Reta Harlan Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Reta Harlan of Mahomet, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Reta left this world on January 31, 2026 at the age of 81, 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.
As Reta departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Reta. Though Reta may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Roy Hicks and Genevieve Hicks. She is survived by: her sister Brucilla Lorenz (Hicks) of South Amana, Iowa; her husband David Harlan; her daughters, Melissa Valtierra (John) and Julie Freymuth (Geoff); and her granddaughters, Whitney Meredith (Joseph), Bailey Valtierra and Abigail Freymuth.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or a charity of your choice. Alzheimer's Association Tel: 1-800-272-3900 Web: https://act.alz.org.
