Lois Delong Kenyon, 90, of Huntley, passed away peacefully, January 7, 2024.
Lois was born in Chicago on November 11, 1933, the daughter of Harold and Elizabeth Knipschild and was the dear sister of Joan (Holub)
Lois was well known as a caring and kind friend to many as well as an independently spirited wife, mother, aunt, grandmother and great grandmother. She was a devoted woman of faith and was a member of Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church in Huntley. Lois was an avid reader and enjoyed creating floral arrangements for the groups she participated in with friends and her greatest joy was spending time with her family.
Lois was the loving mother of her two devoted children, Steven (Sharon Little) DeLong, and Cheryl (Scott) Tittle. Lois is also survived by her grandchildren, Lauren (Bill), Sarah D., Kelly (Jon), step grandchildren Andrew, Sarah (Collin) B., Kayla, and by her great grandchildren, Will, Graham, Nolan, Everett, and step great grandson, Ethan. Lois was also aunt and great aunt of many nieces and nephews.
Lois was preceded in death by her beloved husbands, Donald, Curt, her daughter-in-law, Holly, and her sister Joan.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, January 14, 2023 from 1:00p-3:00pm with a service at 3pm all at DeFiore Funeral Home 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley, IL. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Shepherd of the Prairie Church or Alzheimer’s Association.
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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To the family I give my condolence . Lois was a delight to take care of we have memories that she left with us and to always remember. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Lois was one of the original “pool bobbers “ that would meet every summer day in the PL pool in Sun City. She also lived in my Neighborhood 8, so she also attended our monthly lunches. Always had to have her dessert!!She was a loving, caring and just a sweet lady. She will be greatly missed. I am sorry for her family’s loss.
We are so grateful for the joy and companionship Lois brought our Dad. She was so kind, so others minded, loved to laugh and I love the way she loved her family well.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Lois was a great lady, and was so good for my Uncle Curt. I'm glad I got to know her!!
So sorry for your family's loss. Our hearts go out to all who held Lois near and dear. Truly a lovely lady with the most wonderful smile.
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Your mom was such a great person. She was so patient , understanding and supportive during our journey at Heritage School. She will be greatly missed. Lois, Love you and see you on the other side.
Im going to miss you so much Aunt Lois...Until we all meet again....Love you!
Lois was a treasured blessing to everyone she met. Her beautiful smile and positive energy blessed everyone at Heritage Elementary daily. My condolences to everyone in her family and friends that knew her.
I am so sorry for your loss. Lois was the love & a jewel in my father’s life. Lois’ life with my father’s was such a gift. They were truly kindred spirits.