Quantcast

Will County Gazette

Thursday, November 28, 2024

Sarah Alene Medley, 91, Remembered for Devotion to Family and Faith

Webp qglgq7d8er8x41au4fvpmndpm0xn

Sarah Alene Medley | Kurtz Memorial Chapel

Sarah Alene Medley | Kurtz Memorial Chapel

Sarah Alene Medley, born Sarah Alene Bates in Estil Springs, Tennessee, on February 25, 1933, passed away on October 12, 2024, in Tinley Park. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Medley, parents, and siblings. Alene is survived by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandson.

After marrying John at a young age, Alene dedicated her life to raising their family in Harvey, Illinois. She was a devoted housewife, nurturing her children in the faith, and always emphasizing the importance of attending church. Alene was known for her singing, guitar playing, and love for hymns. As valedictorian of her eighth-grade class, she passed on her frugality and sewing skills to her children.

Alene and John worked together on rental properties, investments, and household management. She enjoyed gardening, tending flowers, and caring for birds in her later years. Alene's visitation will be on Friday, October 18, and Saturday, October 19, 2024, with a Funeral Service at Kurtz Memorial Chapel in Frankfort. Interment will follow at Oakland Memory Lanes in Dolton, Illinois.

Sarah Alene Medley will be remembered for her dedication to family, unwavering faith, and strong work ethic.

Click here to read the original obituary.

ORGANIZATIONS IN THIS STORY

!RECEIVE ALERTS

The next time we write about any of these orgs, we’ll email you a link to the story. You may edit your settings or unsubscribe at any time.
Sign-up

DONATE

Help support the Metric Media Foundation's mission to restore community based news.
Donate

MORE NEWS