Lita M. Deckelmann

Lita M. Deckelmann, 68, of Manteno, passed away peacefully Monday, March 20, 2023, at home. She was born October 21, 1954, in Blue Island, the daughter of George and Mitzi (Imposino) Larkins. She was a medical technician. She enjoyed fishing, crafts, as well as watching and listening to her favorite singer, Reba McEntire. Most of all she loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. Lita is survived by her daughters, Shannon (Joseph) Carney, Karie Curry, and Jamie Deckelmann; a sister, Beverly Soja; and five grandchildren, Haley, Joseph, Matthew, Graham, and Connor. She is preceded in death by her father, George Larkins; her mother and step father, Mitzi and Edward Braun; her brother, Keith Larkins; and her longtime companion, John Raddatz. A celebration of life will be held Friday, March 31, 2023 from noon until 7pm at Brown-Jensen Funeral Home, Manteno. Memorials may be made to the wishes of the family.