Lois Elaine Hillmer , age 93, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2024 at SSM Hospice Home in Monroe, WI, surrounded by her loving family. Lois was born on January 10, 1931, to Harry and Sadie (Pieper) Koertner. A lifelong resident of Pearl City, Illinois, Lois spent her entire life on the same family farm.

She graduated from Pearl City High School in 1948 and soon after, on August 13, 1949, married Richard Hillmer. Together, Lois and Richard worked side by side for 61 years, dedicating themselves to their farm and family.

Lois took great pride in her flower beds. She also enjoyed watching the Chicago Bulls and Illini basketball games or attending her grandchildren's sporting events. She enjoyed riding her Ranger from farm to farm, and one of her favorite pastimes was mowing the lawn.

Lois is survived by her son, Ken (Kathy); her three granddaughters, Kayla (Nick) Block, Kendra Hillmer (Tom Peppard), and Kara (Tom) Hofmaster; and her five great-grandchildren, Nyah, Kamdon, and Kennah Block, Deaken and Rylen Hofmaster. She also leaves behind many cherished friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Sadie Koertner; her brother, Kenneth Koertner; her sister, Joann Blomquest; and her beloved husband, Richard Hillmer.

The family is deeply grateful to Dr. Terry Miller of FHN, FHN Supportive Care, and the staff at SSM Monroe Hospice Home for the loving care and support they provided Lois in her final days.

A visitation will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, October 14, at Hermann Funeral Home in Pearl City, followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m. Burial will take place at Highland Cemetery.

A memorial fund has been established in Lois's name for the SSM Monroe Hospice Home and the Pearl City Athletic Booster Club.

Lois will be remembered for her warmth, kindness, and the beautiful life she cultivated on the farm she called home.