Marlene Koncel Cortright Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Marlene Koncel Cortright of Aledo, Illinois, who passed away on November 11, 2025 at the age of 81. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Marlene Koncel Cortright to pay them a last tribute.
Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Marlene leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.
She was predeceased by: her parents, William Koncel and Margaret Koncel (Petek). She is survived by: her husband Gary; her stepdaughter Janice Villasenor; her son Diego; her brother Tom Koncel; and her siblings-in-law, Virginia Wheeler, Deanne Kravetz (Howard) and Rick Cortright.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be left to the Churches of Mercer County Food Pantry or Furever Friends.
