Leona Kay Beyer

Leona Kay Beyer, 78, of Forreston, passed away, Wednesday April 5, 2023 at Parkview Home. Leona was born July 18, 1944, in Freeport, the daughter of Walter and Lucile (Webner) Hoch. Leona married Edwin L. Beyer on January 18, 1975 in Freeport. Mr. Beyer passed away August 3, 2010. She and her husband, farmed around the Forreston area for many years. Leona was a member of German Valley United Methodist Church. She was an excellent cook and enjoyed baking.

Surviving are her son, Kenneth (Charlotte) Beyer of Libertyville; stepson, Carlton (Vickie) Beyer of Shannon; two stepdaughters, Rebecca (Randy) Beyer and Bonnie Stanger both of Freeport; and one granddaughter, Lucille Beyer.

Leona was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sisters, and stepdaughter, Rose Gray.

Funeral services will be 11:00am Monday April 10, 2023 at German Valley United Methodist Church. Rev. Gavin Brandt will officiate. Visitation 9:30am until the time of service at the church. Due to family health concerns, the family asks that masks be worn. Burial will be in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens.