Minerva Jean Birkey's obituary , Passed away on January 3, 2026 in Paxton, Illinois

Minerva Jean Birkey

August 23, 1931 - January 3, 2026 (94 years old)

Paxton, Illinois

Minerva Jean Birkey's obituary , Passed away on January 3, 2026 in Paxton, Illinois

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Baier Family Funeral Services

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Minerva Jean Birkey

August 23, 1931 - January 3, 2026 (94 years old)

Paxton, Illinois

Minerva Jean Birkey Obituary

We are sad to announce that on January 3, 2026, at the age of 94, Minerva Jean Birkey of Paxton, Illinois passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Minerva Jean Birkey to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her husband Kelly Birkey; her parents, Ruth Stalter (Heiser) and Aaron Stalter of Fisher; her daughters, Kim Renee and Teri Adwell; her son-in-law Jeff Wilson; her granddaughter Haley Lukens; her grandson-in-law Brian Marshall; and her great grandchild Madison Fuoss.

She is survived by: her children, Debbie Deremiah (Arlo) of Paxton, Jan Wilson of Paxton and Jeff Birkey (Sherrill) of St. Joseph; her brothers, Dave of Fisher and Bob Stalter of Fisher; and her son-in-law Mike Adwell. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, 10 great-great grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Christian Life Church, 300 N. Maplewood, Rantoul.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Baier Family Funeral Services



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Christian Life Church
300 N Maplewood Dr, Rantoul, IL 61866

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Christian Life Church
300 N Maplewood Dr, Rantoul, IL 61866

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Jan 09

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Christian Life Church
300 N Maplewood Dr, Rantoul, IL 61866

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