LaVonna Kerley Obituary
The memory of LaVonna Kerley of Du Quoin, Illinois, who passed away on May 2, 2026 at the age of 79, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Rev. Charles L. McKinnies and Wilma McKinnies (Cobb); her siblings, Rev. John McKinnies, Connie Hughes and David McKinnies; and her son Shawn Ford.
She is survived by: her brothers, Chuck McKinnies (Merla) and Rev. Dan McKinnies (Karla); her siblings-in-law, Marsha McKinnies, Angie McKinnies and Edward Hughes of Du Quoin, IL; her children, Allen Ford (Lois) of Benton, Tim Ford of Du Quoin, IL, Wendetta Wilson of Woodlawn, IL and Jonathan Ford of Du Quoin, IL; and her grandchildren, Cory Ford, Autumn Filkins, Jaden Ford, Austin Ford, Dylan Ford, Cameron Ford, Mylee Nearn, Tyler Shaw, Justin Conner, Aimee Kirkendoll, Sierra Ford, Mikayla Ford and Emily Ford. She is also survived by 18 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Homebound/Nursing Home Ministry, in care of, Du Quoin UPC, 1311 S. Washington Street, Du Quoin, IL 62832. (Please make checks to Du Quoin UPC).
