Age 70, of Wilmington, Illinois, died on Friday, November 6, 2026 at Lightways Hospice in Joliet, Illinois surrounded by family.

Born on August 28, 1956, in Joliet, Jyme Sue was the daughter of James and Jean (Vercelli) Stickel. She was raised and educated in Wilmington, graduating from Wilmington High School with the Class of 1974. On November 18, 1978, Jyme Sue married the love of her life, Raymond Decker, at the First United Methodist Church in Wilmington. Together, they began a life filled with love and many cherished memories.

Jyme Sue was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church. She was a devoted family woman who treasured spending time with her loved ones. Her family was everything to her, and she made it a priority to be present for the special moments in their lives. Jyme Sue rarely missed an opportunity to attend her grandchildren's events and was always there to cheer them on and show her support. She also adored her nephews and cherished the time she spent with them.

She will be remembered for her loving and kind heart, her devotion to her family, and the special place she held in the lives of those around her. She leaves behind many wonderful memories that will be treasured by all who knew and loved her.

Jyme Sue is survived by her husband, Raymond and mother, Jean; children: Niesha Ritter, of Wilmington, Mallory Decker, of Wilmington, and Leslie (Trent) Wilking of Wilmington; five grandchildren: Julian Decker, Daryian Ritter, Jase Ritter, Declan Wilking, and Aiden Wilking; brother, Scott (Debbie) Stickel, of Wilmington; nephews: Kyle (Stephanie) Stickel, Ben (Taylor) Stickel, as well as a niece, Alana Stickel and her God Child, Gina Morgan.

She was preceded in death by her father, James; father-in-law, Kenneth Decker; mother-in-law, Doris Smock; uncle, Lodi Vercelli; aunt, Sharon Vercelli; nephew, Timothy Stickel and cousin, Brian Coleman as well as her sister-in-law, Maggie Stickel.

Donations may be made as gifts in Jyme Sue's name to Lightways Hospice.

Per the families wishes, cremation rites are being accorded.

The family will receive friends for a memorial visitation on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at the First United Methodist Church, 401 East Kahler Road, in Wilmington from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will follow on Friday, November 13, 2026, at the church starting at 10:00 a.m. Pastor Harriette Cross will officiate.

Family and friends are encouraged to log onto www.BaskervilleFuneral.com to sign the guest book, upload photographs and share Jyme Sue’s memorial page online through social media.

Cremation services and arrangements have been made under the direction and care of Reeves Fruland & Baskerville Funeral Homes and Crematory. (815/476-2181)