Will County Gazette

Mary Lou Campbell, 81, passed away unexpectedly on July 28, 2025, in Joliet, Illinois. Born Mary Lou Jones on September 16, 1943, in Pontiac, Illinois, she married her high school sweetheart Larry Campbell in 1964. They shared over 61 years together and raised their family in Bloomington, Illinois, before moving to Crest Hill. Mary Lou, a talented quilter and avid genealogy enthusiast, was known for her love of family, decorating, and antiques. She is survived by her husband Larry, daughters Suzan Campbell and Melissa (Mark) Brenner, and grandchildren Elise, Grace, and Matt. Mary Lou will be remembered for her warmth, humor, and devotion to her loved ones. A visitation and funeral will be held on August 6th at the Anderson-Goodale Memorial Home. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association in her honor. Mary Lou's memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew her, often symbolized by a cardinal, her favorite bird.

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