Jeanne Kay Richards

JEANNE KAY RICHARDS, 60, of Waterloo, Illinois, formally of Evansville, Illinois, peacefully passed away at 12:40 pm, Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at her residence with her family by her side.

She was born to Eschol E. and Carol Kay (nee Hasemeyer) Richards on March 18, 1964 in Chester, Illinois.

Jeanne loved to travel, write poetry and watch game shows with her family. She enjoyed spending time with her dog Pepe. She was a strong, witty woman who tried to live life to the fullest, through her love for life and family. Jeanne will be greatly missed by all.

Survivors:

Mother:

Carol Richards Waterloo, IL

4 Siblings:

Charles (Helen) Richards Evansville, IL

James Richards Evansville, IL

Cathy Lorenz Waterloo, IL

Michelle (Terrence) Taylor Athens, IL

4 Nieces and Nephews:

Kayan (Aaron) Pratt Burlington, NC

Londyn Lorenz Bluffton, SC

Bradley Richards Denver, CO

Payton Richards Burlington, NC

1 Great-Nephew:

Jax Richards Burlington, NC

2 Step Nephews:

Johnny Inmann Chester, IL

Ethan Lesperance Burlington, NC

Beloved Pet:

Pepe

Many Cousins and Friends

Preceded in Death by: Father, 1 Brother – Monty Dale Richards and 1 Sister-in-law – Carolyn Jane Richards

It was Jeanne’s wish to be cremated.

Memorial Service:

1:00 pm, Saturday, January 18, 2025

Pechacek Funeral Homes, Evansville, Illinois

Officiating:

Dr. Mike Fogerson

Inurnment:

Ellis Grove City Cemetery
Ellis Grove, Illinois

Visitation:

Saturday – 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Pechacek Funeral Homes, Evansville, Illinois

Memorials:

Family Choice