Mary Joan Gilkerson Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Mary Joan Gilkerson of Mount Carmel, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Mary Joan left this world on January 10, 2025 at the age of 94, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Mary Joan Gilkerson to show support.
In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Mary Joan's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Mary Joan's journey be filled with peace and serenity, as her find rest in the embrace of eternity.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Ira Gaines and Lura Frances Gaines (Gubbins); her husband Chuck Gilkerson; and her great grandchild Jack Morgan. She is survived by: her daughter Beth Neely (Paul) of Allendale; her grandson Chase Neely (Emily) of Allendale; her great grandchildren, Kynzleigh Ann, Kayleigh Alyn, Benjamin Martin, Gracelyn Marie and Claire Mayson; and her friend Ellen Grounds.
