Joyce Marie Kibbons

Joyce Marie (Campbell) Kibbons, age 69, of Kankakee, passed away Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. She was born May 20, 1954, the daughter of Bruce E. & Dorothy G. (Swanson) Campbell at St. Mary’s Hospital in Kankakee. Joyce married Bob L. Kibbons on March 1, 1975 in Kankakee. She was a 1972 graduate of Herscher High School. Joyce went on to work in several trucking company offices and later became a stay at home mother. Joyce absolutely loved being a mother to her two daughters and a wife. They truly were her pride and joy. Her heart was all about her family. Joyce was a lifelong member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and was strong in her beliefs. She is survived by her husband, Bob Kibbons of Kankakee; one daughter, Robin Kibbons of Kankakee; her grandsons, Dalton L. (Kayleigh) Wentz and Kane Wentz, all of Sneads, FL; one son-in-law, Shane E. Wentz of Sneads, FL; loving siblings, David Campbell of Bourbonnais and Barbara (Gerald) Kruse of Herscher; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, “adopted” children, and in-laws. Joyce is preceded in death by one daughter, Christina Wentz; her parents, Bruce E. & Dorothy G. Campbell; and several other beloved family members. Joyce, lovingly referred to as “Mama K,” had a heart of gold and a love for everyone. She had so many people that loved her as if she was their mom, sister, etc.… She left a mark on everyone she met. Joyce will be remembered forever by those who loved her. She loved llamas, angels, and the colors blue and purple. She was a bowler at one time and had a love of professional wrestling, which she enjoyed beside her loving family. To Joyce, there was nothing like a DWA or ARW show, proudly supporting her beloved friends and favorite faction, The Family. Joyce liked to crochet and Sudoku puzzles. She was a lifelong fan of Jeopardy and The Wheel of Fortune. You could always find her watching cooking shows. Cremation rites have been accorded. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 30, 2023 at The Herscher American Legion. Pastor Karl Koeppen, from St. Paul’s Lutheran Church will officiate the service. A potluck luncheon will follow the celebration. Memorials may be made to the family wishes.

Joyce Marie Kibbons

May 20, 1954 - September 13, 2023