Mary Catherine Knierim's Obituary
Mary Catherine Knierim, age 66, of Casey, IL passed away at 9:02 a.m. on Monday, October 7, 2019 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 2, 1952 in Sandwich, IL, the daughter of James Bernard Riis, Sr. Survivors include her three daughters, Sherry McCaslin of Charleston, IL, Traci Knierim Stephens (Jamie) of Tolono, IL and Tori Timmons (Matthew) of Casey, IL; two grandchildren, William and Emaline Stephens of Tolono, IL; brother, Dale Riis of Rock Island, IL; sisters, Bonnie Middaugh of Somonauk, IL, Loretta Riis of Owasso, OK, Julie Itter of Sheridan, IL and Barbara Cler of Roanoke, TX. She was preceded in death by her father and one brother, James B. Riis, Jr. Mary owned Mary Knierim Appraisals and co-owned Twin City Realty. She served the local area as a realtor and appraiser for many years. She was a member of the Casey United Methodist Church, Casey Rotary and volunteered for Tote-A-Meal. Mary was a doting grandmother and loved spending time with her grandchildren. A gathering of friends and family will be held from 1" " 4 p.m. on Friday, October 18, 2019 at the Casey United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 703 N. State Hwy 49, Casey, IL. Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children"™s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Pl, Memphis, TN 38105. To view the full obituary, send a condolence message, light a candle or post photos, visit www.markwellfuneralhome.com. Markwell Funeral Home of Casey, IL is in charge of the arrangements.
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