Kay Ellen Eckrich, of Waterloo, IL., born Jul. 23, 1951, in St. Louis, MO., died Monday, Oct. 29, 2023 at her residence.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Newton and Opal, nee Nasse, Eckrich; and her brother Kim Eckrich.

Surviving are her brothers Kary (Barbara) Eckrich and Kip (Felicia) Eckrich; her sister-in-law Donna Eckrich; her nieces Kellie Kilian and Kristen Schaefer; her nephew Scott Eckrich; 4 great nieces and nephews, and many friends that were dear to her.

Funeral: Per Kay's wishes she was cremated and her ashes were buried in Waterloo City Cemetery.

Arrangements entrusted to Braun Family Funeral Home, Columbia, IL