Lora Jean Hott Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Lora Jean Hott of Sterling, Illinois, born in Murphysboro, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on August 27, 2024 at the age of 95. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though Lora Jean may no longer walk beside us, her memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Lora Jean touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In her absence, her spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Lewis Etherton and Dorothy Etherton (Doolen); her husband Phillip Hott; and her sisters, Eugenia Caveglia and Betty Etherton.
She is survived by: her children, Cynthia Gerall (John Redfield) of Houston, TX, Brenda Reynolds (Lonny) of Sterling, Karen Hott of Chicago and Harry Hott (Pat) of West Branch, IA; and her brother Lewis Etherton (Carolyn) of Collinsville, IL. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren; and 12 great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Happy Tails Humane Society of Rock Falls.