Nancy Jo Runge, 81, of St. Simons Island, GA, formerly of Hoopeston, Tuscola, and Vandalia, IL, passed away at 11:14 P.M. Sunday July 10, 2022, at her home. She was born September 2, 1940, in Springfield, MO, the daughter of Richard Leroy and Mary (Caraker) Hamilton. She married Clyde A. O. Runge on August 8, 1959, in Springfield, IL. He preceded her in death on May 14, 2018. 

She is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth Runge of St. Simons Island, GA; one son, John Runge (Fiancé Jennifer Dixon Robinson) of Hoopeston, IL; four grandchildren, Arlina Kaake, Laney Runge, Lindsey Crose, and Jordan Crose; four great-grandchildren, Gabby, Alisyn, and Rachel Kaake, and Nash Ammann; 3 sisters-in-law; 1 brother-in-law; one nephew, Todd (Ginger) Hamilton; and one great-niece, Emma. 

In addition to her husband, Nancy was also preceded in death by her parents; grandparents; one brother; daughter-in-law, Misty Runge; one sister-in-law; and three brothers-in-law. 

Nancy was a Grain Merchandiser for Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) in Decatur, IL. She also worked at Pillsbury in Hoopeston, IL, and DeMeter in Tab, IN. She was a member of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Hoopeston and the Kiwanis Club in Tuscola. Nancy loved to travel, especially to the beach. She also loved to throw a party. She was an avid walker, and reader, and enjoyed playing golf, tennis, and bridge.  

A visitation will be held 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. Saturday July 23, 2022, at Anderson Funeral Home 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. The funeral service will follow the visitation and will begin at 1:00 P.M. Saturday July 23, at the funeral home, with Pastor Carlos Sanchez officiating. Burial will follow in Floral Hill Cemetery in Hoopeston. 

Memorials may be made to Hospice of the Golden Isles, 1692 Glynco Parkway, Brunswick, GA, 31525. 

Please visit www.anderson-funeral-home.com