Joy Lynn Freehill, 60 of Watseka passed away on Tuesday December 3, 2024 at Iroquois Memorial Hospital in Watseka. She was born on January 19, 1964 in Watseka a daughter of James and Donna (Rife) Alder. Joy married Stephen M. Freehill in Melbourne, FL on January 1, 1989 and he survives. Also surviving are one daughter- Marcy (Mike) Valentine of Watseka; two sons- Austin Freehill of Watseka and Westin Freehill of Watseka; 8 grandchildren-Lia, Mylee, Sophia, Adilyn, Boston, Parker, and Amelia; one brother- Jeff Alder of Crescent City; and one sister- Julie Dutkanych of Park City, UT. She was preceded in death by her parents and one daughter- Lacy Ann Freehill.

Joy’s family was the heart of everything she did. She was happiest when surrounding herself with her grandchildren. Her kitchen was the center of countless family gatherings she shared not just her food, but her stories and wise words. Music brought her happiness, she always enjoyed sharing songs loved. Her compassion for animals was a reflection of her nurturing spirit. Every gesture, gift, favor or object she touched, she had a way of leaving better than it was found. “Perfection,” was her favorite word. Her spirit, generosity and love will live on in the hearts of her family, where the comfort of her memory continues.

Visitation will be on Monday December 9, 2024 from 4:00-6:00pm at the Knapp Funeral Home in Watseka. Funeral services will be held at 6:00 pm Monday at the funeral home with Fr. Michael Powell officiating. Private graveside services will be held at Oak Hill Cemetery in Watseka.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Iroquois County Animal Rescue or the donor’s choice.

Please share a memory of Joy at www.knappfuneralhomes.com