Olga Casper

MOUNDS, Ill. -- Olga Ruth "Babe" Casper, 88, of Mesquite, Texas, died Monday, Oct. 6, 2003, at Lake Point Hospital in Rowlett, Texas.

She was born Feb. 16, 1915, in Mounds, daughter of Clyde and Flossie Chance Titus. She married Wesley Casper, who preceded her in death in 1964.

Casper was a bookkeeper 20 years at Pulaski County Court House, working in the county treasurer's office and county clerk's office. She served as county treasurer two years, retiring in 1987. She was a member of First United Methodist Church and active in Smiles Senior Center many years.

Survivors include a daughter, Christine Healey of Mesquite; two grandchildren; and a great-grandson.

She was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters.

Friends may call at First United Methodist Church after 11 a.m. Wednesday.

The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the church, with the Rev. F. Jerry Herring officiating. Burial will be in Spencer Heights Cemetery.

Jones Funeral Home in Villa Ridge, Ill., is in charge of arrangements.