Paula J. Hampton

Paula J. Hampton, 75,of Manteno, Illinois, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 23, 1950, in Lewis County, Kentucky to Paul and Jewell Teager. On October 26, 1968, she married the love of her life, Ernie Hampton, and together they shared many years of love, devotion, and cherished memories. Paula dedicated more than 20 years of service to Municipal Bank, where she served as Vice President. She was well known throughout the community for her leadership and commitment, serving as President of the Chamber of Commerce and being honored as Citizen of the Year. She was also a founding member of the Manteno Oktoberfest. Her passion for helping others and improving her community left a lasting impact on those who knew her. Outside of her professional and civic accomplishments, Paula enjoyed bowling and was a successful Mary Kay consultant. She treasured time spent with family and friends and was known for her warm heart, generous spirit, and dedication to those she loved. Paula is survived by her devoted husband, Ernie Hampton; her son, Jeff Hampton; her daughter, Alicia McCoy; and her beloved grandson, Dawson McCoy. She is also survived by her brothers, Timmy & Kathy McGlone, Tony McGlone, Troy McGlone, and Terry & Mary McGlone, along with many extended family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, Billy McGlone and John Teager. A visitation will be held on Monday, June 22, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. until the memorial service at 6:00 p.m. at Brown-Jensen Funeral Home in Manteno with Rev. Jack McCormick officiating. Following the services, a dinner will be held at the Manteno American Legion.