Mary Lou Juday passed away at 10:12 a.m. Thursday, January 20, 2022, at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana.  Funeral services will be Tuesday, January 25th at 3:00 p.m. with visitation prior, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Renner-Wikoff Chapel, 1900 S Philo Rd., Urbana. Pastor Glenn Corbly will officiate.  Burial will be at Mt. Olive Cemetery, Mayview.

Mary Lou Butzirus was born January 10, 1947 in Bloomington.  She married Harold O. Juday on June 7, 1968 in Urbana. She is survived by her children, Dan Juday of Urbana, Jim Juday of St Joesph, Pam Lance (Dan) of Urbana; Grandchildren, Clark Juday (Carson), Tyler Barnes  (Rachel), Casey Lance (Brett), Lyndsey Lance, Jake Juday; Great Grandchildren  Kooper, Cane, Maelynn, Adyline and Colbie.

Siblings, Tom Bill, Dan Bill, John Schlipf and Steve Bertsche also survive.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Harold Juday on November 18, 2020. Siblings, Billy Gross, Amelia Eads, Karen Zogg, Vicky Butzirus, David Bertsche, Connie Crittenden.

Mary was a day care provider in her home for over 35 years. She was known as Grandma Mary to hundreds of children and loved every single one of them. She also enjoyed spending time with her friends and family. Especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was also a devoted wife and mother and despite her challenging childhood, taught herself to be an example for others to love unconditionally.

The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the 6th floor Oncology department at Carle Foundation Hospital. The entire team of nurses, healthcare techs, maintenance and housekeeping went above and beyond to provide Mary and the family with abundant care and compassion.

A special thank you to Mary's close friend, Shelly Vaughn for being a huge support to Mary and her children during this time. We love you Shelly!

In lieu of flowers, contributions have been requested to go to Cunningham Children's Home, 1301 N Cunningham, Urbana, IL 61802. Condolences may be offered at www.renner-wikoffchapel.