Kathleen Trexler

Kathleen Trexler, 82, passed peacefully in her sleep on Friday, Jan. 28, 2022 in her home. She was born April 22, 1939 in Alto Pass, IL, the daughter of Delmar and Vesta (Davis) Berry. She married John Paul Trexler on Feb. 11, 1958. He preceded her in death on October 28, 1989. Kathleen is survived by her children, Paula (Matt) Wettig of Anna, Roger Trexler of Carbondale, Dennis Trexler of Tamms, Ronnie (Cindy) Trexler of Anna, and Kathy Grimm of Buncombe; grandchildren: Amy (Russell) Wettig-Tripp, Chris Trexler, Sarah (Chris) Sullens, Jessica (Richard) Hendrix, Matthew P. Wettig, Samantha (Shaun) Ellis, John Trexler, Hope Trexler, Darrien Trexler, and Trevor Trexler: great-grandchildren: Bailey Wettig, Gavin Sullens, Matthew "Gabe" Wettig, Jerni Sullens, Aubree Ellis, Violet Tripp, Eric Trexler, Madalynn Trexler, Jakalynn Trexler and Brooklynn Trexler; sisters Rita Trexler, and Patricia Peshoff.She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, her parents, and her siblings Tom Berry, Timmy Berry, John Berry, and Ruby Coffman. She always said her happiest years were raising her children and taking care of her grandchildren. She was a housewife and stay-at-home mother while her children were young. She worked at the old shoe factory in Anna for a period of time. She cared for many of her grandchildren and worked as a babysitter after John Paul's passing. Kathleen loved spending time with Gabe, Paula, and Jessica. She enjoyed attending church with Jess when Jess was young and into her teen years. They attended the former First Church of God in Anna and the First Christian Church in Anna. She loved to have Sarah perm her hair, and Jess would color it. She enjoyed reading, shopping, and watching true crime documentaries. She loved to wear pretty clothes and floral perfume and eat Chinese food. Graveside funeral services for Kathleen Trexler will be held at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at the Alto Pass Cemetery with Rev. Joseph Hawkins officiating. Interment will follow. Friends and family may call from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at the Rendleman and Hileman Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Visitation Service Tuesday, February 1, 2022,9:00AM-11:00AM Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Homes 800 Public Square Alto Pass, Illinois 62905 Memorial/Funeral Service Tuesday, February 1, 2022,11:30AM Alto Pass Cemetery Rt. 127 North Alto Pass, Illinois 62905 Cemetery Service Tuesday, February 1, 2022,11:30AM Alto Pass Cemetery Rt. 127 North Alto Pass, Illinois 62905