It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Colleen Sue Cowles of Joliet, Illinois, born in Berwyn, Illinois, who passed away on April 10, 2024, at the age of 42, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by : her father Allen G. Cowles; her grandparents, Patricia Oakley and George T. Cowles; her aunt Cathy Oakley; and her uncle Mikey Oakley.

She is survived by : her mother Sharon Oakley; her children, Keyaira, Travis, Chloe and Corey Childress; her siblings, Jesse Cowles, Allen Cowles Jr. and Melissa Cowles (Jerry Ladson); her nieces and nephews, Alexis, Cressa, Nevaeh, Taya, Raven, Allen and Gavin; and the father of her children Irving Childress. She is also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Visitation was held on Saturday, April 20th 2024 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home (3200 Black Rd, Joliet, IL 60431).

In lieu of flowers, contributions to her GoFundMe (https://www.gofundme.com) to assist the family, would be appreciated.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Fred C. Dames Funeral Home