Debrea Louise Roedl

Debrea Louise Roedl, 79, of Manteno, Illinois, passed away surrounded by all of her family on June 2, 2026, in Manteno. She was born on March 17, 1947, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, to Arthur and Helen Gill, who preceded her in death. Debrea married the love of her life, Stephen L. Roedl, on August 5, 1966, in Altamont, Illinois. Together they shared nearly sixty years of marriage, building a life centered on family, love, and devotion. A dedicated homemaker and beloved child caretaker, Debrea took great pride in caring for her family and creating a warm and welcoming home for those she loved. She found joy in life's simple pleasures, especially reading and coloring. More than anything, Debrea treasured the time she spent with her family and the many memories they created together through the years. Debrea opened her heart and home to everyone. Everyone was considered family, and she was never too busy to take time for someone who needed it. Debrea is survived by her loving husband, Stephen L. Roedl of Manteno; her children, Stephen A. (Crystine) Roedl, David Roedl, Jeremy Sr. (Amy) Roedl, Phillip (Nicole) Roedl, and Amanda Roedl; eleven cherished grandchildren, Alyssa Roedl, Jeremy (Allison) Roedl, Fiona Felix, Micaela Felix, Nicholas (Mena) Roedl, Kevin (Haley) Roedl, Jake Baldin, Josephine Roedl, Alexander Roedl, Jessica Reibling, and Aubrey Roedl; and two great-grandchildren, Coleson and Noah Cantway. She is also survived by her siblings, Mary Simpson and Dwight (Beverly) Gill; her brother-in-law, Timothy McGee; and many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends. In addition to her parents, Debrea was preceded in death by her sister, Carolyn McGee; her daughter-in-law, Cassandra Reibling Roedl; and her brother-in-law, Roger Simpson. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Manteno Community Center, 211 North Main Street, Manteno, Illinois 60950.