Gwen Rae Lox Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Gwen Rae Lox of Oquawka, Illinois, who passed away on February 1, 2026 at the age of 72. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gwen Rae Lox to pay them a last tribute.

In the vast expanse of eternity, may Gwen find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may her legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Emma Gale Brown (Marion Brown Jr.) of Oquawka, IL and William Stewart of Oquawka, IL.. She is survived by: her sons, John Sells of Altoona and Josh Sheff (Amy) of Saint Charles; and her grandsons, Johnathan Sells of Altoona, Iowa. and Nathan Sells of Altoona, Iowa.. She is also survived by siblings and stepsiblings.

If friends or family wish to memorialize her, donations can be made to the OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice House of Peoria, IL or PAW Animal Shelter in Fort Madison, Iowa.