Lois Janette Kooy

Sterling-Lois Janette Kooy 92, died May 2, 2020 of natural causes at Morningside Memory Care in Sterling. Lois was born November 16, 1927 in Sterling, the daughter of Hermine (Behrens) Rank and Russell Rank. She was educated in the Sterling Schools and married John Nickolas Kooy on July 22, 1948 in Rockville Maryland. Lois was employed at Larsons Manufacturing, CGH hospital, Dr. Sullivans Eye Clinic and National Manufacturing. Lois and John traveled the world including trips to South America, Europe, Japan and India. Survivors include her children Barbara (Larry) Badtke of Sterling, William (Janette ) Kooy of Dixon and Robert (Betsy) Kooy of Peoria. Survivors also include her grandchildren Stephanie Boncuore, Christopher Kooy, Mericah (Jim) Sarber and Joshua (Mary) Kooy and eight great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents and brother Richard Rank and sister Leona House. To honor her wishes there will be no visitation. Graveside services will be scheduled at a later date. Online condolences may be sent to www.schillingfuneralhome.com