Beverly R. Osenga

Beverly Rosamond Osenga, 95, entered her heavenly home following an extended illness on Sunday, July 9, 2023. She was born December 25, 1927, in Kankakee, the daughter of Donald Sr. and Lyla Lancaster. On February 12, 1948, she married Wesley Osenga at Bradley EUM Church, they shared 65 years together. Their marriage was blessed with two sons, Steven Wayne (Donna) of Bradley and Dennis James (Patti) of Lodi, California; four grandchildren, Brad (Keri), Andy, Erik, and Hillary (Andrew); five great grandchildren, Lee Hannah, Sydney, Chloe, and Paige; a special niece and caregiver, Patti Shidler; ‘adopted daughter’, Martha Hellman; three sisters-in-law, Beverly Pelletier, Betty Ann Osenga, and Jackie Lancaster; as well as many nieces and nephews. Beverly is preceded in death by her loving husband, Wesley; her parents, Donald Sr. and Lyla; a sister, Dolores; a brother, Donald Jr.; and a son, Dennis. She was a member of the Bradley Evangelical United Methodist Church, and Prime Timers Group. She was a Sunday School Teacher, Choir Member, Church Historian, and put out the church newsletter. Beverly and her husband, Wesley followed the Soul Lifters and Jr. Choir when they sang in other churches. They also delivered Meals on Wheels for many years. Beverly worked at David Bradley and Armour Pharmaceutical until her retirement. She enjoyed bowling with the Seniors until it became too hard on her. Her favorite thing to do was spend time with her family and friends. She especially loved her time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren, who always put a smile on her face. Beverly also loved to watch her beloved Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bulls. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 13, 2023, from 4pm until 7pm at Jensen Funeral Home, Kankakee. An additional visitation will take place Friday, July 14, 2023, from 10am until the funeral service at 11am, also at Jensen Funeral Home. Burial will immediately follow at Kankakee Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to the wishes of the family.