Theda Mae McQuown Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Theda Mae McQuown of Danville, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on December 13, 2025 at the age of 97. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Theda Mae McQuown to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Joseph Louis and Velma Leona Wakeland (Cox); her spouse Thomas R. "Dick" McQuown; her sons, Mark McQuown and Rick McQuown; and her siblings, William Wakeland, Joseph Wakeland, Norma Hesler, Patricia Lanning, Sue Wakeland and Daniel Wakeland.
She is survived by: her children, David McQuown (Crystal), Leslie Merrill (Kenneth) and Teea Nys (Daniel); her grandchildren, Amy Franklin (Thomas), Ken Merrill (Dawn), Tracey Anderson (Blue), Jessica McQuown, Abby McQuown, Misty Rose (Tim), Aaron Lane (Brittani), Joe Merrill (Amy), David McQuown (Jennifer), Bobbie Haton (Matt), Megan Rich, Ian McQuown (Erica), Taylor Barrett (Chaise), Keanan Nys and Tanner McQuown; her sister Helen Gouty; and her sisters-in-law, Joyce Wakeland, Cindy Wakeland, Sue Pollitt and Jeanene McQuown. She is also survived by 51 great grandchildren; 20 great-great grandchildren.
