Marlene JoAnn Schoonover

September 1, 1938 - January 12, 2021

Marlene JoAnn Schoonover, 82, of Havana, formerly of Kilbourne, passed away at Havana Health Care at 8:15 p.m., on Tuesday, January 12, 2021. She was born September 1, 1938, in Saidora, Mason County, Illinois, to Edwin and Leona (Hart) Rice. She married Donald Schoonover, and he preceded her in death in 1969. Mrs. Schoonover is survived by five children: Milton Schoonover, Marvin (Carolyn) Schoonover, both of Kilbourne, Marty Schoonover of Snicarte, Michael Schoonover of Havana and Nila (Brian) Richardson of Cuba, Illinois; several grandchildren as well as many great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters: Rebecca Rosalita Rouska of Portland, Oregon and Roberta Rosalee Fallon of Seattle, Washington. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband: Donald Lewis Schoonover; partner: John Raymond Watkins; three brothers: Albert, Manley and Doyle Rice; as well as two infant sisters, and grandson: Kirk Michael Schoonover. Mrs. Schoonover worked as a housekeeper for Bob and Janet Prater for many years. She also worked as a cook at several restaurants in the Kilbourne area. She loved to play poker and had taught many people to play. She was well known for her willingness to provide a hot meal or a place to stay to anyone who needed the assistance. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at Kilbourne Cemetery, at 11:00 a.m., with visitation starting at 10:30. Rev. Aaron Blakeley will officiate. Memorial contributions may be made to the donor’s choice. Online memorial messages may be left for the family at www.hurleyfh.com. Hurley Funeral Home in Havana is in charge of arrangements.