Mary Jane Koenig

Mary Jane Koenig age 62, of Quincy died on Saturday, August 17, 2024, in her home. Jane was born in Springfield, IL on November 11, 1961. She was the adopted daughter of Patricia (Kerkering) Maguire and Terry Maguire.

Jane grew up in Quincy on Lindell Street in a neighborhood where friends climbed trees together and had fun. She was a gifted gymnast, and in high school was a cheerleader. She was a 1980 graduate of Quincy Notre Dame.

Following high school, she met Hal Koenig who would become her husband. The couple were engaged and later married in St. Peter Catholic Church on September 24. 1983. Early in their marriage, she got her first dog Mickey, and this was the beginning of her lifelong love of dogs.

Jane went to work in the banking industry, and here she excelled. She was currently a Senior V.P. Retail and Regional Manager at Mercantile Bank in Quincy and formerly worked at Bank of America. Throughout her career, Jane had many co-workers who also became her closest friends. She was dedicated to her bank, their customers, the team, and truly loved her work.

When Jane and Hal’s two children came along, she was always present at their activities, and supported them in all that they did. Jane was a natural caregiver. She was beloved by her parents, her in-laws, and sisters-in-law. She loved spoiling her only grandchild, Landon Paul.
Jane was of the Catholic faith and member of St. Francis Solanus Catholic Church.

Over these last couple of years, she endured her cancer with courage and innate humility. She was thankful for the gifted team at Siteman Cancer Center, St. Louis, who did their best to help her throughout her treatment. There were so many who expressed their love to Jane when she needed it most, and people that went out of their way to brighten her day. A thank you to all, and to the C. Store at HyVee on 36th Street for their kindness.

In addition to her husband Hal, survivors include her daughter Kimberly (Will) Paul of Chesterfield, MO; her son Kyle Koenig of Quincy. Her grandson Landon Paul of Chesterfield.
Siblings: Kathleen (William Kayser) of Perry, MO; Beth Holthaus and Mike Wetherell of Pana, IL. In-laws: Ronna “Randy” Reddick of Monticello, MO; Karla “Jay” Newman of Quincy. Several nieces and nephews survive.

She was preceded in death by her parents Pat and Terry Maguire, her biological mother, Anna Marie Wetherell; a sister Peggy Maguire; her mother and father-in-law “B” and Robert Lee Koenig.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be on Friday, August 23, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. in St. Francis Solanus Catholic Church. Interment will be in Greenmount Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to a visitation on Thursday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Duker & Haugh Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to Quincy Humane Society or to Quincy Notre Dame High School.
Messages may be shared online at www.dukerandhaugh.com

21 Comments

  1. Vicky and Kent Egbert on August 19, 2024 at 5:03 pm

    Hal and family, so sorry to hear about Jane”s passing. I have so many fond memories of playing softball with her and all the fun times after the games! She will be missed for sure. Prayers for all of you!

  2. Lisa Morrell on August 19, 2024 at 5:35 pm

    Hal and family. I am so sorry for your loss. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers

  3. Connie Deering on August 20, 2024 at 8:23 am

    Jane was a beautiful person inside and out. She was always there to listen and give encouragement. I loved her laugh. She will be missed. My deepest sympathy to the family.

  4. Paul K Geers on August 20, 2024 at 9:36 am

    Dear Hal.
    My deepest sympathy.
    I had known Jane and her whole family since 64.
    I had many good chats with her at the bank over the years and funny stories.
    May God rest her soul.
    Paul K. Geers

  5. John Spring on August 20, 2024 at 11:51 am

    Jane was a cheerleader at QND and one the best. She cheered for the freshman and sophomore teams I coached back then. A fantastic athlete and a great student. Hal, I am so sorry for your lose of Jane. One of the very best !

    John Spring

  6. Dianne and Mark Miller on August 20, 2024 at 12:54 pm

    Hal sorry to hear about Jane.
    Your in our prayers

  7. larry g. Tournear Jr. on August 21, 2024 at 6:44 am

    Hal ,sorry for your loss you’re in our prayers!

  8. Sherry Sparks on August 21, 2024 at 8:02 am

    Hal we are very sorry to learn about Jane passing. I am sure all who have known her were blessed by her presence and the love and joy she brought to their lives. Sending sympathy and hugs to you and your family.

    Sherry and Gary Sparks

  9. MARK S Schmelzle on August 21, 2024 at 9:55 am

    We are very sorry to hear this Hal will send prayers over

  10. Gregg Rees on August 21, 2024 at 2:11 pm

    Hal, so very sorry to hear of Janes passing. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

  11. Robert Jandorf on August 21, 2024 at 4:04 pm

    I worked with Jane for a few years. She was an amazing person to work with, and I was proud to be her friend. We leaned on each other and she was always there when I needed advise or just someone to listen. She was just a great, positive and inspirational person to be around.

  12. Katie Brown on August 21, 2024 at 4:22 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers.

  13. Becky Bauer on August 22, 2024 at 1:40 pm

    Hers was a Life Well Lived. Love you, Jane.

  14. Dave and Carol Pellman on August 22, 2024 at 4:16 pm

    So Sorry of Jane’s passing. My sincere condolences, prayers and thoughts are with the family. God Bless.

  15. Tom and Suzy Mating on August 22, 2024 at 4:44 pm

    Hal,
    We are so sorry for your loss. Jane had a wonderful heart and was always eager to help others. She will be missed by many. We are so thankful for Jane and her willingness to help us when handling my mothers’ estate. Jane was such an encouraging, positive person that impacted the world for the better.

  16. Sharon Myers on August 22, 2024 at 8:56 pm

    Hal and family I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

  17. Jerry & Sue Schmidt on August 22, 2024 at 11:32 pm

    Hal, Kim and Kyle
    So very sorry to hear of Jane’s passing.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

  18. Mecki Kosin on August 23, 2024 at 8:03 am

    Hal, Ron and I send you our deepest sympathy! We will keep you and yours in our thoughts and prayers!

  19. Stephen and Lisa Rapp on August 24, 2024 at 3:57 pm

    We are so sorry to learn of Jane’s passing. Jane was such a wonderful and helpful person. We will miss her. Our deepest sympathy to your family.

  20. Victoria Haxel on August 25, 2024 at 3:07 pm

    Hal, Kim, Kyle —- our family is so very sorry for your loss —— what a kind sweet soul she was —- RIP dear Jane 🩷

  21. Don Benz on August 27, 2024 at 11:55 am

    Hal and Family – I am sorry for your loss – I wish you peace

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