MaryLou Holcomb

MaryLou Holcomb, nee VandeRiet, 84, of Freeburg, IL, passed away on October 22, 2025, in St. Louis, MO. She was born September 21, 1941, in E. St. Louis, IL, to the late Fred and Theresa M. (nee Shields) VandeRiet.

MaryLou married the love of her life, Loren F. Holcomb, Sr., on May 16, 1959. Together they shared 55 wonderful years of marriage filled with love, laughter, and devotion. Their relationship was a true partnership - they could often be found dancing together, camping, fishing, boating, and enjoying time with their siblings and extended family, children and friends.

A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, MaryLou's greatest joy in life was caring for her family. She cherished every moment spent with her four children, and especially loved spoiling her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. ln her spare time, MaryLou enjoyed painting, working on puzzles, and spending time with family. She will be remembered for her kindness, and the deep love she had for her family - especially her beloved husband, Loren, with whom she shared so many happy years.

MaryLou was preceded in death by her husband, Loren F. Holcomb, Sr.; her parents, Fred and Theresa VandeRiet; her brother, Leroy VandeRiet; her son-in-law, Terry Black; and many cherished in-laws whom she came to know and love.

She is survived by her loving children Theresa Black-Holcomb, Glenda (Mark) Dent, Lori (Michael) Baker, and Loren "Fritz" (Anne) Holcomb, Jr.; her beloved grandchildren, who they lovingly called Momo: Jamie Williams, Jessie Esker, Joel (Alli) Esker, Julie (Eric) Rohr, Josh Lawrence, Luke Johnson, Kyle (Mikel) Johnson, Chad Baker, Whitney (Nathan) Peters, Dalton Baker, Delany Baker, Abby Holcomb, Lauren Holcomb, Brett Holcomb; and sister Shirley Mitchell as well as many great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, friends and her 4 legged best friend Sonny who will all miss her dearly.

As an expression of sympathy, the family prefers memorial contributions to:
Belleville Humane Society

Visitation:
3 PM to 7 PM Sunday, November 2, 2025 at Quernheim Funeral Home in Waterloo, IL
9 AM to 10 AM Monday, November 3, 2025 at Quernheim Funeral Home in Waterloo, IL

Funeral Service:
10 AM Monday, November 3, 2025 at Quernheim Funeral Home in Waterloo, IL
Pastor Jonathan Peters officiating
Interment will follow at St. Patrick's Cemetery in Ruma, IL