Wanda Waddell (nee Williams), age 69, passed away Monday, July 18th, 2022.
Wanda was born October 2, 1952, in Kennewick, WA to Dale and Gladys Williams. Growing up outside of Blythe, CA she made her way to Phoenix, AZ where she met her husband Don and raised their son Robert. She and Don relocated to Salem, OR for almost a decade, only to relocate again to Illinois to be closer to her growing grandbabies.
Wanda loved her summer garden, was always trying new recipes, and could be found reading a good romance novel.
She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Don Waddell, son Robert (Denise) Waddell, grandsons Cole and Ethan, dear brothers Dale Williams and David (Peggy) Williams, and many fond nieces and nephews.
Wanda was preceded in death by her parents.
There will be no services at this time.
In lieu of flowers memorials can be made in her name to the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation (https://diabetesresearch.org/).
For further information please contact the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be directed to www.defiorefuneral.com
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Wanda was such a sweet sister-in-law. We shared many joyful holidays with our little boys, my Michael and Wanda’s Robert. Michael, Maryann, and John were so disheartened with Wanda’s passing. She always gave us such love.
So sorry to hear about Wanda. Don you and Robert and the grandkids have our thoughts and prayers.
Robert, I'm so sorry for your loss. I know you and your family meant the world to your Mom.
Life after loosing a loved one Can be most challenging, never give up with yourself. Life goes on and remember she is waiting for you when God calls, I love you and your's, with all my sympathy.
Aunt Wanda was always there for you when you needed her. I was in a Chinese hospital, struggling to find a name for my son who was about to be born at any minute. She messaged with me until he arrived and helped me finally choose his name. She will be missed.
Aunt Wanda was always there for you when you needed her. I was in a Chinese hospital, struggling to find a name for my son who was about to be born at any minute. She messaged with me until he arrived and helped me finally choose his name. She will be missed.