Lois J. Black age 88 of Clinton, IA passed away Thursday Feb. 29th, 2024 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Funeral service will be held 11:00 AM Thursday March 7th at St. John Lutheran Church, Clinton. Visitation will be held Thursday prior to the funeral starting at 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM at St. John Lutheran Church. Burial will be at Oakland Cemetery. Casket bearers will be her grandchildren. Pape Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be left at www.papefh.com
Lois was born on Aug. 1, 1935 in Sterling, IL the daughter of Donald and Kathryn (Sikkema) Jones. She graduated from Lyons High School in 1953. Lois married Pat Black on May 8, 1955 in Clinton, IA, he died in 2016. She was a homemaker and had worked at Collis Company and the former Lord Baltimore in Clinton. She was a devoted member of St. John Lutheran Church. She enjoyed playing cards and family gatherings.
Lois is survived by her three children, Lisa (Ray) Bormann of Preston, IA, Steve (Angi) Black of Erie, IL, and Kristi (Jim) LaShelle of Clinton, IA; seven grandchildren, Blake, Amber, Justin, Corinthia, Susan, Brad, and Patrick; four great grandchildren, Micah, Charleigh, Waylen, and a great granddaughter to be born in May; her sister, Emilie (John) French of Clinton, IA; several step brothers and step sisters; and several nieces & nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a sister, and a brother.
Lois was a wonderful friend to our family and she will truly be missed.
Much love and prayers during this sad time.
Paul and Lydia Siegel
We are so going to miss Aunt Lois, but take comfort knowing she is reunited with Uncle Pat. Loved our phone chats with her and her great sense of humor…she was a beautiful and gentle soul.
You have our deepest sympathy and prayers
Lois will be greatly missed by all those who loved her. Such a special and thoughtful person in so many ways. Always a smile. So many happy memories growing up next door to Pat, Lois, and family. They always treated me and my family as their family. My heart goes out to Lisa, Steve, Kristi, and their families. I’ll miss your Mom very much as I do your Dad.