A funeral will be held Monday, Dec. 2, 2024 for 70-year-old Kristy Jo Fleming of Chester, Illinois, who passed away at 12:09 pm, Sunday, November 24, 2024 her residence.
She was born September 6, 1954 in Chester, daughter of Stan and Gladys (nee Eggemeyer) Conner who both preceded her in death.
She married Robert P. Fleming on February 3, 1984 at Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church in Chester; he survives in Chester.
She is also survived by four children: Jennifer (Trigger) Middendorf of Chester, IL, Craig Cowan of Chester IL, Mandy (Nick) Sullivan of Chester, IL and Amy Fleming of Chester, IL; a sister: Cindy (John) Clark of Smithton, IL; five brothers-in-law: Andy (Gretchen) Fleming of Chesterfield, MO, Jim Fleming of Lake Greenwood, SC, Mike Fleming of Red Bud, IL, Brian Fleming Richmond, VA and Mark (Lori) Fleming Columbia, IL; eight grandchildren: Cori Cowan, Drake (Courtney) Middendorf, Haley Middendorf (Scott VanGennip), Aithen Sullivan, Conner Cowan, Kennedy Nortin, Wylin Sullivan and Atleigh Sullivan and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
She was also preceded in death by her in-laws: Paul and Patsy Fleming.
She began her career at Menard Correctional Center as a clerk on August 1, 1979 and retired as a corrections counselor on February 27, 2009.
Kristy was a member of Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church in Chester.
Family was the most important to Kristy. Nothing made her more happy than hosting holidays with a delicious spread for her family and attending events for her grandchildren.
Kristy enjoyed crafting, decorating and Dunn hunting with her good friend, Cheryl.
She also enjoyed trips to the casino with her husband or girlfriends.
Kristy had a heart for animals, especially dogs. She leaves behind her beloved Rocky.
Visitation will be 3-7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024 and 10-11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 2, 2024 at the Pechacek Funeral Home, Chester, Illinois
A funeral for 70-year-old Kristy Jo Fleming of Chester, Illinois will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 2, 2024 at the Pechacek Funeral Home in Chester, Illinois. Pastor Kevin Hirsch will officiate.
Interment will be in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Chester, Illinois
Memorials may made to the Randolph County Humane Society and St. Mary’s Catholic Church.