Barbara Sevits' Obituary
DECATUR – Barbara L. Sevits, 84, of Decatur passed away on September 7, 2023 at St. Mary’s Hospital.
Barb was born on December 17, 1938, the daughter of Henry and Amy Eddings in Champaign. She married Howard H. Sevits on August 12, 1955 in Decatur. He passed away on October 2, 2020.
Survivors include two sons; three daughters; 6 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.
Barb was preceded in death by her husband, Howard; her parents; infant son and three brothers.
Barb had wonderful, true friends in her life, some dating back 70 years. Her family wants to thank each and every one of them for being such an amazing friend to her. You could always count on a huge meal at all holidays and several times in between as mom loved having a house full of people and loved to cook. There were always delicious desserts when visiting, no matter when you dropped in. And when you left, you were always full. Mom and Dad were true to each other and always had an abundant amount of love for each other. They were constantly holding hands, hugging and kissing for all 65 years they had together. Their love was truly something to witness.
Barb was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Decatur.
There will be a private memorial service at a later date.
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