Carole Stauder Obituary

The memory of Carole Stauder of Nokomis, Illinois, who passed away on February 22, 2026 at the age of 89, 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, Louie "Red" Cearlock and Blanche Cearlock (Sanders); her husband Donald E. Stauder; and her son-in-law Richard Decker. She is survived by: her children, Scott Stauder (Nicole) of Nokomis, IL, Marla Marley (Paul, Jr.) of Oconee, IL, Glenda Decker of Nokomis, IL and Sheila Gilpin (Marc) of Marietta, GA; her grandchildren, Kayla Ransdell (Kamden), Kristen, Mason Stauder, Reagan and Austin Gilpin; her sister Gayla Coss (Jimmie) of Nokomis, IL; and her nieces and nephews, Tyson Coss, Brianna Coss, Bill Clotfelter, David Clotfelter (Fon) and Donna Spellissy (Tom). She is also survived by grandchildren; twelve bonus great-grandchildren, and one bonus great-great-granddaughter.

Memorials may be made to the St. Louis Catholic School or to the Montgomery County Cancer Association.