Carolyn Dee Koonce Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Carolyn Dee Koonce of Vandalia, Illinois, who passed away on April 7, 2026 at the age of 77. 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, Jay Dee and Lara Effie Harnden (Vaughn); and her brother Melvin McCoy. She is survived by: her husband Sam Koonce; her children, Lee Jones (Crystal) of Vandalia, IL, Darrin Koonce of Greenville, IL, Ginger Hamilton (Todd) of Vandalia, IL and Christine Headley (Gary) of Greenville, MI; her grandchildren, Nichole (Lance), Jayden, Jarrett, Emma, Steven and Tyler; and her great grandchildren, Oliver and Isabella.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Fayette County Health Dept.
