Mary Lou Bee, 94, of Tuscola, passed away peacefully on Thursday evening, July 4, 2024 at the Tuscola Health Care Center, Tuscola, IL

Graveside Services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, July 11, 2024 at the Keen's Chapel Cemetery, rural LaClede, IL. No Visitation will be held. Hilligoss Shrader Funeral Home, Tuscola, IL is entrusted with the arrangements.

Mary Lou was born on June 21, 1930 in Clay County, a daughter of Albert and Clara Hildebrand Reinhardt. She married Howard Bee on September 11, 1949. He preceded her in death on December 17, 2007.

Mary Lou dedicated her life to her family. Her grandkids and friends meant everything to her. She enjoyed quilting, crocheting, cooking and playing cards. She was a friend to everyone and will deeply be missed by all who had the chance to know her.

Mary Lou is survived by her daughter: Shelia (Doug) Honn, grandchildren: Steve (Anna) Honn, Jami (Gregg) Sparks, Lori (Jereme) Beals and Brandon Honn, great-grandchildren: Andrew Honn, Seth Honn, Tyler Sparks, Kaylee Sparks, Logan (Keleila) Beals and Matthew Beals, great-great-grandson: Mahki Beals and brother: John (Janet) Reinhardt.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and her husband.

What a beautiful difference one life can make.

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