Marie B. Vickery

Marie B. Vickery, 84, of St. Anne, passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at her home surrounded by family. She was born on September 3, 1941, in Aroma Park Township at her family home, the daughter of James B. and Alice (Haselow) Stevenson. On November 5, 1966, she married Patrick S. Vickery at the St. Anne Presbyterian Church. She was a devoted homemaker who took great pride in caring for her home and family. She found joy in crocheting and sewing. An avid photographer, she especially enjoyed capturing the beauty of wildlife through her camera lens. She found peace in nature and loved spending time watching the birds, with hummingbirds holding a special place in her heart. Marie cherished most of all the time she spent with her family. Marie was also a member of the Kankakee Rock & Gem Club and the Kankakee Genealogy Society. Marie is survived by her children, Debra (Michael) Vidic of Kankakee, Carrie (David) Sommerfeld of Peotone, Trisha (Craig) Hoffman of Braceville, and Patrick B. Vickery of Beaverville; grandchildren, Kyle (Shelby) Kilpatrick of IN, Kate (Jon) Cordova of Evanston, Jacob & Nathan Hoffman of Braceville, and Michael Sommerfeld of Peotone; siblings, Karen (John) Diel of Osceola, WI and Dale (Susan) Stevenson of Kankakee; sisters-in-law, Millie Stevenson and Patsy Stevenson; special friends, Betty Burton and Brandon; as well as numerous generations of nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, parents, and siblings, Tom Stevenson, Richard (Pat) Stevenson, Kenneth (Bonnie) Stevenson, Leslie (Barb) (Brenda) Stevenson, Etta (Tom) Aubertin, and Danny Stevenson; as well as numerous generations of nieces and nephews. Per Marie’s wishes there will be no services. Private burial will be held at a later date at Aroma Park Cemetery, Aroma Park, IL.