Marsha Lynn Willeford's obituary , Passed away on January 7, 2026 in Bethalto, Illinois

Marsha Lynn Willeford

February 22, 1952 - January 7, 2026 (73 years old)

Bethalto, Illinois

Marsha Lynn Willeford's obituary , Passed away on January 7, 2026 in Bethalto, Illinois

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Gray Funeral Home Inc.

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Marsha Lynn Willeford

February 22, 1952 - January 7, 2026 (73 years old)

Bethalto, Illinois

Marsha Lynn Willeford Obituary

The world bids farewell to Marsha Lynn Willeford of Bethalto, Illinois, born in Wood River, Illinois, departing on January 7, 2026 at the age of 73. Marsha leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Marsha Lynn Willeford or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by: her parents, George Sisler and Nellie Gertrude Moore (Thaxon); and her sisters, Georgia Pfeiffer and Mary Pat Davis. She is survived by: her children, Malissa Cox (Willeford) of Brighton, Danielle Sneed (Aaron) and Craig Lester Willeford of Pontoon Beach; her grandchildren, Lauren Kaschner (Tyler), Lane Cox of Brighton, Addison Sneed of Godfrey, Ella Sneed of Godfrey, Kirsten Kent (Austin) and Samantha Willeford of Pontoon Beach; her great grandchildren, Charlie Kaschner, Lily Kaschner and Charlie Kent; and her siblings, Carolyn L. Powers (John) and David S. Moore (Susie).

A celebration of life was held on Friday, January 16th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the First Baptist Church of Cottage Hills (200 N Williams St, Cottage Hills, IL 62018). A funeral service was held on Friday, January 16th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gray Funeral Home Inc.



Fri

Jan 16

Celebration of life

First Baptist Church of Cottage Hills
200 N Williams St, Cottage Hills, IL 62018

Fri

Jan 16

Funeral service

First Baptist Church of Cottage Hills
200 N Williams St, Cottage Hills, IL 62018

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