Ellen J. Homan

Ellen J. Homan 1952—2016
Ellen J. Homan, 64, of Shannon, IL, passed away Monday, November 14, 2016, at Rockford Memorial Hospital. She was born September 22, 1952, in Freeport, IL; the daughter of the late Marvin and Norma Jean (Wilhelms) Thede. She graduated from Shannon High School in 1970. Ellen married Michael Homan on April 17, 1971. After high school, she attended Highland Community College where she received her CNA and food service certifications. Ellen and her sister, Delores owned Sister's Diner in Shannon for many years. She had also worked for the Shannon Nursing Home, Shannon Café and most recently she cooked at Parkview Home in Freeport. She was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church in Shannon. She enjoyed cooking, crocheting, and gardening. Ellen loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, who were very precious to her. She is survived by her husband, Michael of Shannon; daughter, Becky (Dickie Shults) Homan of Campobello, SC; son, James (Jennifer) Homan of Shannon; grandchildren, Shelby and Kayden Homan; sister, Delores (Steve) Frey of Shannon; stepmother, Florence Thede of Freeport; stepsisters, Connie Greenfield and Linda Irwin; and stepbrother, Gary Sturtevant. She was preceded in death by her parents.
A visitation will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, November 20th, at the Hermann Funeral Home in Shannon. The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Monday, November 21st, at Bethel United Methodist Church in Shannon. Interment will take place at the Brethren Cemetery in Shannon. A memorial fund has been established. Remembrances and condolences may be shared at www.hermannfuneralhome.com.