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Catherine Derby

October 12, 2024

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Catherine E. Derby, 75, of Mt. Zion, IL, passed away Saturday, October 12, 2024, at home surrounded by her family.  Private family services are being arranged.

Cathy was born March 15, 1949, in Aurora, IL, daughter of Ray Colwell and Elaine Hammond. She married Jim Derby on September 10, 1966 in Aurora, IL.

Cathy was a realtor for over 40 years and thoroughly enjoyed her work and all the people she met. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.  She was always the one to drop everything for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren in time of need.  Cathy was an election judge for the Village of Mt. Zion.  She believed in being involved in the community.  She will be greatly missed by all.

Surviving is her husband of 58 years, Jim; children: Cindy Derby of Decatur, Sherry (Jamie) Mattingly of Decatur, Dan (Erin) Derby of St. Charles, and Denise Derby of Mt. Zion; grandchildren: Ashley (Austin) Bliven, J.D. Mattingly all of Decatur, Nadya and Julian Blair of Mt. Zion, and Heath Derby of St. Charles; great-grandchildren: Kade and Bo Bliven of Decatur, brother, Ken (Mary) Colwell, and many nieces and nephews.

Cathy was preceded in death by her parents, one brother Bobby and one sister Sue.

Condolences and memories may be shared with family in care of Central Cremation Center at www.centralcremationcenter.com