Joan A. Newkirk Obituary
The world bids farewell to Joan A. Newkirk of Eureka, Illinois, born in Aurora, Illinois, departing on July 2, 2024 at the age of 93. Joan leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Harold Gary and Dorothy Gary Sr. (Hermes); her former husband Clarence Schoger; and her brothers, Gene Gary, Dean Gary, Harold Gary Jr. and Noel Gary.
She is survived by: her children, Michael Schoger (Diane) of Winslow, IL, Joanna Sondgeroth (Charles) of Sandwich, IL, Victoria Hartter (John) of Morton, IL and Joseph Newkirk (Nina) of Jasper, TX; and her sisters-in-law, Joy Gary and Donna Gary. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be donated to the donor's choice of either the Alzheimer's Association or St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in Sandwich, IL.
