Obituaries

Sandra K. Yocum

August 6th, 1948 – February 2nd, 2020

Sandra Kay Yocum, 71 of Browning, IL, went home to Jesus at 3:39 pm on Sunday, February 2, 2020 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL, while surrounded by her loved ones. She was born the daughter of Daniel Earl and Gloria Shirlene (Hamilton) Duckwiler, on August 6, 1948. On January 30, 1967 Sandra married Larry Horner in Summum. She later married Monty McCombs and then Gerald Yocum.

Sandra worked at Fibre Steel in Astoria and was a top-selling Avon Representative for many years. She then worked for Koster's World of Wood, before becoming Assistant manager at Hardee's in Havana, then in Canton, and later the Manager in Beardstown. For a short time, she was Dr. Gowda's receptionists at Graham Medical Group in Canton. Lastly, she was the manager at Oberweis Dairy in Bollingbrook, IL, where she retired.

She was a member of the Summum Christian Church.

Sandra was an avid Alan Jackson fan, who attended as many concerts as she could and was a member of his fan club. She enjoyed reading, fishing, eagle watching, and traveling to Florida to spend time with family. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and cheering them on at their sporting events.

She is survived by two daughters, Angela (and Bobby) Blickenstaff and Kisha (and Jeremy Taylor) Stambaugh, both of Astoria, five grandchildren; Aubri Blickenstaff, Mason Blickenstaff, Skye Stambaugh, Tucker Stambaugh, and Elli Taylor, two great-grandsons, Oscar Jones and Parker Stewart, her sister Carol (and Neal) Lippold of Winter Garden, FL, and two brothers, Gale (and Susan) Duckwiler of Astoria and Dennis (and Lisa) Duckwiler of Summerfield, FL.

Sandra was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Raymond, Damon, and Bill Duckwiler.

Services will be held at 10:00 am Friday, February 7, 2020 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Pastor Darrin Fish will officiate. Visitation will take place from 5:30-8:00 pm on Thursday, February 6th at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Summum Cemetery. Memorials may be given to The Family House, 1339 E. Nebraska Ave., Peoria, IL 61603 or the Summum Christian Church.

Condolences

February 4th, 2020

To all the family so sorry for your loss.

February 4th, 2020

So sorry. She was a sweetheart, will miss her so much. Debby P.

February 4th, 2020

So sorry for your loss.
Thoughts and prayers for all of you.
From your “other “ Avon Lady Bev

February 4th, 2020

So sorry for your loss..
Nancy Carithers

February 4th, 2020

Sorry for your loss we will miss her .

February 4th, 2020

We are so sorry for your loss. {{{hugs}}} Jodie & Robbin Kost

February 4th, 2020

So sorry for your family's loss. Roberta Oest

February 4th, 2020

So very sorry for your loss. Many fond memories. As a Summum kid we all played together and rode the same bus. Sandra was a sweetheart. Condolences to all the family. Linda (Foutch) Schneider

February 4th, 2020

So saddened to hear of Sandra’s passing. She was a special lady. Hugs & prayers to you all. Mark & Mary S Clayton

February 4th, 2020

Sorry for your family's loss!

February 4th, 2020

Sorry for your loss.
Jon and Susan

February 4th, 2020

So sorry for your lost.. sending prayers and hugs. Bob and Loretta Mummert

February 4th, 2020

We are so very sorry for all Sandra's family. Such a sweet person. Hugs to you all. Carolyn and Garth Cripe

February 4th, 2020

Our deepest condolences to Sandra's family. Sandy and I was in the same class Lewistown 1962-1966. She was always friendly and loving. Her memories will live on through her family. She will be missed. Lorenda (Schnarr) & Alvin Spilker.

February 4th, 2020

Sorry to the family Joyce batterton

February 4th, 2020

So very sorry for your loss! Sympathies to all your family! Hugs Patty Wherley

February 4th, 2020

Thoughts and prayers to your family. Alan and Georgiana Clemens

February 4th, 2020

So sorry for your great loss ! Love,hugs,and prayers for you all ❤ from Bill and Rosie Brockley

February 4th, 2020

So sorry praying for all

February 4th, 2020

I’m so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful woman. Sending prayers and condolences for the family.

February 4th, 2020

So sorry for your loss Kathy Klinedinst and Dan

February 4th, 2020

So sorry for your loss. She was a very good friend. She will be missed

February 4th, 2020

Sorry for your loss, she was a good friend
Janice and Randy Ragle

February 4th, 2020

Sorry for your loss. You all remain in our prayers. Brian and Laura D.

February 4th, 2020

Prayers being extended to the entire family at this time of your loss. Jane Peak

February 4th, 2020

So sorry to hear this. Prayers for her family.. Jim and Vicky Ackley

February 4th, 2020

Sorry for your loss. Monty & Simone Shaw and family.

February 4th, 2020

So sorry for your loss, Sandra was a sweetheart,prayers for all of the family. Roger&Tere Cox

February 4th, 2020

So, so sorry for your loss. Sandra was a special and caring person. Our prayer, May God comfort the family and give them peace during this time and the many difficult days ahead. Love, Mike and Donna Shirley

February 4th, 2020

Many thoughts & Prayers for your family. Steve & Pam Burget.

February 4th, 2020

So sorry for your loss. I remember like yesterday all you guys. Thoughts and prayers. Sandra(Shawgo)Haist

February 4th, 2020

So sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort to the family. Pam Klinebough

February 4th, 2020

So sorry for your loss the Eddington family.

February 4th, 2020

Such a Beautiful, Kind, Lady. Loved running into her. Anita Duckwiler

February 4th, 2020

So sorry to hear about your mother..she always had a smile.
God Bless your Family! Debbie Lindsey and Robbie Adkins

February 4th, 2020

Thinking of your family at this time of loss. Les & Sue Althiser

February 4th, 2020

So sorry for loss Kisha, Angela and family. Your mom will be missed. Rhinberger Family

February 4th, 2020

We are so sorry for your loss...may God surround you with His loving arms, and comfort you all with His tender mercies in the days ahead...Butch and LaRita Maloney

February 4th, 2020

So sorry for families loss.... May god be with you all and comfort you. Lisa Bucher

February 4th, 2020

So sorry for your loss!

February 5th, 2020

So sorry for your loss. Sandra and I were good friends in High School for awhile...then lost track of each other!!

February 5th, 2020

So sorry to hear of your Families loss of Sandra! Our Thoughts & Prayers to All of You!! Mike and Peg Davis and Family! 🙏🙏

February 5th, 2020

So sorry for your loss. Enjoyed being around Sandra. Judy Wilson and Wilma Herink

February 5th, 2020

So sorry to hear about your mother hugs and prayers. Shirley Lawver

February 5th, 2020

One-of-a-kind lovely lady! God bless each one as they grieve their loss and celebrate her victory in Christ!

February 5th, 2020

we are sorry for your loss! Ryan walker and Myrna Montilla

February 5th, 2020

Angela and family I am so sorry for your loss your family will be in my prayers

February 5th, 2020

I'm very sad for your loss. Sandra and I were very good friends in Highschool, and I've thought of her often but regretfully after Highschool we lost touch. I remember times we spent at her house and mine during the summers and lots of other memories we've shared. I wish we could have stayed in touch. Earlena (Black) Brooks

February 6th, 2020

Angela and family I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. My deepest Sympathy. Tammy Baldry

February 7th, 2020

I’m sorry to hear of the loss of your mother.
My deepest sympathy. love, the Strodes.

February 8th, 2020

So sorry for your loss. Sending hugs to your family. Kathy Cox

February 17th, 2020

Just recently heard - so sorry to hear. Prayers from the Rock Family - LaVerne, Linda, Shirley, Don, Betty & Connie. Our sister, Jean, was in hospice care and passed on 2/12/20.