Kay Mathesius, 80, of Earlville, IL, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 16, 2024, at Allure of Mendota. He was born July 25, 1944, in Mendota, the son of Leslie William and Ruth (Groth) Mathesius. He married Becky Farley on June 10, 1967, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Earlville. Kay was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Earlville American Legion, a former member of St. Petrie Lutheran Church, and the Ignitors Club. He proudly served in the US Army from 1965-1967. Kay was dedicated to his work, he farmed for many years, but trucking was his true passion. He was kind and generous, he never knew a stranger, just a friend he hadn't met yet. Kay enjoyed Sunday rides and dinners with Becky when he wasn't cruising around on his Gator with his best friend, Cooper.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Becky Mathesius; his daughters, Kim (Mike) Ohme and Jennifer "Jay" (Todd) Kunkel; his grandchildren, Drue (Alissa) Mathesius, Paige Johnson, Keegan (Emily) Johnson, Chase (Breann) J

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