BORN

1965

DIED

2017

Molly Couch-Newcomb Obituary

Molly Jean

Couch-Newcomb

Born: January 14, 1965; in North Wilkesboro, NC

Died: January 24, 2017; in Joliet, IL

Molly Jean Couch-Newcomb, age 52, of Channahon, Illinois passed away peacefully on January 24, 2017 at Joliet Area Community Hospice, Joliet, Illinois after a brief battle with liver cancer.

Molly was born January 14, 1965 in North Wilkesboro, NC to Billie Gray and Peggy (Petree) Couch. She grew up in Purlear, NC. She attended Wilkes Community College and lived and worked in the Wilkes County area for many years before moving to Indiana and then onto Illinois. Molly dearly loved her family, friends and golden retriever, Elvis. She spent many happy hours crafting, drawing and cross-stitching gifts for family and friends. She also enjoyed reading; especially the Bible, a daily ritual. Molly possessed a vivacious personality, a steadfast faith, and never knew a stranger. She was always available to help family and friends and even started a business based on helping others called "Your Gofer-Gal". She compassionately supported many worthy causes, such as the Paralyzed Veterans of America, World Wildlife, and ASPCA. Following her death, friends commented that "She was an incredible person who positively affected everyone she met;" and "Molly's compassion won her the love of many."

Survivors include her husband, John Newcomb of the home; stepdaughter, Emily Newcomb of West St. Paul, MN; her two brothers, Matt Couch (Sandra) of Hilton Head Island, SC and Todd Couch (Lisa) of Noblesville, IN; as well as many beloved aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces and cousins.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, April Couch.

A memorial service will be held in Wilkesboro, NC at a future date.

Published by Herald-News on Feb. 12, 2017.
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Peggy Bartlett

February 13, 2017

My deepest sympathy to John, Todd and Matt for the loss of beloved wife and sister, Molly. It breaks my heart that, like her sister (and my best friend) April, she was taken from us too soon.

Just know that she will always remain in our hearts and minds. Prayers go out to the entire family so that you may begin to heal during this difficult time.

Peggy Bartlett

February 13, 2017

My condolences to the loved ones of a wonderful person I never knew, but heard a thousand wonderful things about.

February 12, 2017

Dear John and Family:

Please except my Sympathy on the passing of Molly. I was a Greeter and was honored to meet her "Elvis", who stayed by her side at Joliet Area Community Hospice Home! May Molly rest in Peace; and rise in Glory.

Brenda Brewer

February 12, 2017

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