Ora Josephine "Jody" Stoner

Ora Josephine "Jody" Stoner, age 83 of Herrin, passed away Friday, March 5, 2021 in Marion. She was born on September 11, 1937 in Steele, Missouri the daughter of Willie Clark and Martha Cordelia (Parris) Neal. She married Bobby Stoner in 1964. He preceded her in death on December 20, 1993. Jody grew up in Bakersfield, California working in the fields. She was an avid reader, lover of coloring, and a professional puzzler. Most of all, she was a loving mother to her four children: Sheri Page, Terry Gifford, Douglas Stoner and Tom (Gayla) Stoner. She was proud to be the grandmother of Cassie (Michael) Trammel, Josh (Randi) Stoner, Nathan (Alicia) Stoner, Emily (Josh) Alstat and Jimmy Page. Her family will miss her dearly, but they will pass on many stories (especially about her adventurous life in California) to the five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob and her daughter, Sheri LaDawn. Jody was a Christian, attending Southern Baptist churches. She was a member of the Anna Eastern Star Chapter #522. She retired from Union County Hospital after many years of service. Graveside funeral services for Ora Josephine "Jody" Stoner will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at the Anna Cemetery with John Stanley officiating. Interment will follow. Family and friends may gather from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in Anna. Everyone attending will be required to wear face coverings and observe social distancing guidelines. The maximum occupancy of the building will be limited to 50 people at one time. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to New Beginnings Community Church of the Nazarene. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home and cemetery. Visitation Service Tuesday, March 9, 2021,5:00PM-7:00PM Rendleman and Hileman Funeral Homes 301 West Spring Street Anna, Illinois 62906 Memorial/Funeral Service Wednesday, March 10, 2021,10:30AM Anna Cemetery East Davie Street Anna, Illinois 62906 Cemetery Service Wednesday, March 10, 2021,10:30AM Anna Cemetery East Davie Street Anna, Illinois 62906 Craver 4 Lot 416/Space 4