Rebecca Marie Walters

Henry, IL - Rebecca Marie Walters, affectionately known as "Bec," passed away on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, in Henry, IL. at her home. Bec was born on April 17, 1969, to James E. Chism and Lucy (Funderberg) Chism. She attended Mendota High School and later became the owner and operator of 3R Cleaning for many years. She had an incredible talent for turning nothing into something and making a profit from it. Her creativity and resourcefulness were truly inspiring. In her final days, she was lovingly cared for by her longtime friend, Steven "Spud" Taylor, whose kindness and dedication brought her comfort. Bec attended the Family Church of the Nazarene in Henry, IL. She had a deep passion for writing short stories, poems, and songs, often inspired by her beloved family, children, and grandchildren. She also had a remarkable gift for crafting, creating unique and beautiful pieces with her own hands and ideas. Survived by: One daughter Rachel Loney (Michael Blanford) of LaSalle, One son Ronnie (Jayde) Lee of Malden; nine grandchildren, Destiny, Gavin, Orianna, Noah, Sophie, Aubry, Nikolai, Brooklyn, Dominic; her parents James Chism of Malden, Lucy (Jim) Jennings of Princeton; eight siblings: Ronda (Tim) Hollars of Princeton, Rita Sutherland of Henry, Tina Jeffery of Princeton, James Jennings Jr of Princeton, Matthew Chism of Mendota, Mark Chism of Mendota, David Chism of Judsonia AR, and Adam Chism of Judsonia of AR. Preceded in Death by one brother, James Harold Chism, maternal and paternal grandparents, two brothers-in-law and several aunts and uncles. A visitation will be held on Saturday, March 22, 2025 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 p.m. at Norberg Memorial Home, Inc. & Monuments Services to follow at Norbergs on Saturday March 22, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. officiated by Reverend Ronda Hollars of the Family Church of the Nazarene. Private burial services will be held at a later date and time. Per Bec's request, she invites family and friends to write a note, care or letter to be interned with her. Either bring it with you or we will have paper and pens available. Pallbearers: Ronnie Lee, Steven (Spud) Taylor, Gavin Loney, Matthew Chism, Mark Chism, Justin Chism, Jon Hester, Lucinda Hester-Reno She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be directed to www.norbergfh.com Arrangements by Norberg Memorial Home, Inc. & Monuments.

Rebecca Marie Walters

April 17, 1969 - March 18, 2025