Cathy Rezba's Obituary
Cathy Rezba, age 66, of Pinckneyville, IL, passed away peacefully with family by her side at 4:33 a.m. on February 8, 2025.
Cathy was born on June 23, 1958 in Pinckneyville, IL, the daughter of Carol Gene and Mary Mae (Gaston) Hahn. She married Keith Rezba in 1978 and had two children, Sara and Clint Rezba.
Cathy will always be remembered for her unwavering determination. Growing up, she wanted to become a teacher. She was a full-time mother, wife, and worked full time as a bus driver for 17 years as well as attend college. After college graduation, Cathy began her teaching career at the Pinckneyville Jr. High and Grade school. She cared deeply for the children she taught and always had high and achievable expectations for them. She retired from teaching in 2020. Cathy continued to support all the children in the community by attending ball games, graduations, and other activities.
One of Cathy's favorite titles was Grandma. She adored her grandsons and spending time with them. Cathy was athletic growing up and used her skills to teach her grandsons how to play sports. She enjoyed attending their games as well as other activities.
In her spare time, Cathy enjoyed listening to music and making crafts with her best friend Susie. Cathy took pleasure in uplifting others and would send inspirational quotes to hundreds of people daily. She attended Friendship Church of Christ in Tamaroa, IL and the church family meant a lot to her.
Cathy loved her family and looked forward the many times they all shared together. She was always interested in hearing about the activities going on in their lives. The many memories created will now be cherished by those she leaves behind.
She is survived by her husband, Keith Rezba, two children, Sara Rezba of Pinckneyville, IL and Clint Rezba of Pinckneyville, IL; one brother, Robbie (Sandy) Hahn of Marissa, IL; two sisters, Jeanie (Ronnie) Zettler of Tamaroa, IL and Lou (Dean) Stanley of Tamaroa, IL; and six grandsons, Dre' Scott, Tre' Scott, Kellen Scott, Edward Hagene, James Hagene, and Easton Rezba.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and one sister, Ramona Johnson.
Funeral service will be held at Friendship Church of Christ, Tamaroa, IL on Friday, February 14, 2025 at 10:00 a.m., with Brother Darrell McCombs officiating. Interment will be in Mueller Hill Cemetery, Pinckneyville, IL
Visitation will be held at Friendship Church of Christ, Tamaroa IL on Thursday from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., and again at the church on Friday morning from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m.
Memorial donations may be made to Friendship Church of Christ.
Pyatt Funeral Home, Pinckneyville, IL has been entrusted with arrangements.
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