Jean Carolyn Emerson's obituary , Passed away on May 15, 2025 in Danville, Illinois

Jean Carolyn Emerson

October 15, 1939 - May 15, 2025 (85 years old)

Danville, Illinois

Jean Carolyn Emerson's obituary , Passed away on May 15, 2025 in Danville, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Sunset Funeral Homes Memorial Park

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Jean Carolyn Emerson

October 15, 1939 - May 15, 2025 (85 years old)

Danville, Illinois

Jean Carolyn Emerson Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Jean Carolyn Emerson of Danville, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Jean Carolyn left this world on May 15, 2025 at the age of 85, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, James Downs and Mary Downs (Spalding); and her siblings, Joseph, Larry Downs, Patricia Morris and Shirley Thompson.

She is survived by: her sons, William "Bill" Herron (Vickie) of Danville and James "Rick" Herron (Cathy) of Danville; her grandchildren, Jamie Rhoads (Adam), Miranda Herron, Jessica Larrance (Adam), Jesse Herron (Alyssa) and Matthew Herron (Cierra); her sisters, Sue Webb and Sheila Magdalena; and her close friend Don Hayworth. She is also survived by 16 great-grandchildren.

Memorials in her name may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Sunset Funeral Homes Memorial Park



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May 20

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Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center
3940 N Vermilion St, Danville, IL 61834

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May 21

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Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center
3940 N Vermilion St, Danville, IL 61834

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