Illa M. Hay Obituary
We bid farewell to Illa M. Hay of Sterling, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 9, 2025 at the age of 83. Illa touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Illa M. Hay to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Wayne Freas and Beulah Freas (Blair); her husband Ronald R. Hay; and her siblings, Alice, Frank, Glenn, George, Keith Freas and Robert Parsons.
She is survived by: her children, Terry Hay (Dina), Tim Hay (Cathy) and Tina Berry; her siblings, Lois Heerdt (Ken) and Lyle Freas (Patricia); and her sister-in-law Betty Freas. She is also survived by five grandchildren; five great grandchildren.
