Loralee J Stump, age 85 of Huntley, IL went to be with the Lord on May 18, 2024, a result of complications of respiratory and cardiac health problems.
Loralee (Lee) was born in Pittsburgh, PA on August 11, 1938, and was the youngest child of Anthony N. and Edna K. (Donoughe) Stump.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers William A. Stump, and Robert N. Stump, her sister, Edna (Teddy Stump) Kennelly, her brother-in-law Daniel Kennelly, her great-niece Gwen Upchurch and her great-nephew Christian Cook. In addition, her lifelong friend Gail Weir died in February 2023.
Loralee is survived by her nieces Kerry Ann Kennelly, Theresa L. Kennelly-Cook, and Cynthia M. (Charles Umphred) Kennelly, her great-nephews James (Kathleen) Upchurch, and Alexander (Victoria) Cook, her great-niece Tatyana (Jeremy) Dietzel, her great-great nephews Liam Upchurch and Holden Dietzel and her great-great nieces Eleanor, Alexandria, Madeline, and Lillian Cook.
After graduating from Oliver High School in 1957, Loralee enlisted in the US Army and served primarily in Europe. She was a member of the Huntley American Legion for 37 years and served as Commander in 1995 and 1996. Lee joined the Auxiliary in 2002 and was President of the Auxiliary from 2006 to 2011. She worked for more than 40 years at Union Special in Huntley.
Aunt Lee will be remembered as the “fun aunt” who brought new adventures introducing us to river boat casinos, snow mobiles, and golf. She never betrayed her life-long love of the Pittsburgh Steelers and football pools. She brought laughter and joy to the family at every get-together.
Visitation will be Saturday, August 10, 2024, from 9 a.m. to time of Memorial Mass 10 a.m. all at St. Mary Church. 10307 Dundee Road, Huntley.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Lee's name can be made to The American Legion Huntley Post 673.
For further information, please contact the DeFiore Funeral Home 847-515-8772
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Lee was my Aunt Gail's partner, I new of her from my childhood and referred to her as Aunt Lee. I have very fond memories of her. After Aunt Gail's passing, Aunt Lee reached out to me and indicated she had some "things" for me from Aunt Gail's estate, she also wanted me to take care her "ashes" since Lee was not able to follow thru with her wishes (as to her ashes). I told Lee that we would pick up her "ashes" and the other items on our Vacation trip end of July. I've been trying to coordinate with her for the last fee weeks. Please get back to me: Joe Schladweiler, po box 44, Preston, MN 55965 507-421-2454 I am sorry for your loss, my thoughts & prayers are with you...