She was born on September 24, 1954 in Evergreen Park to Everett and Madeline (Witt) Lock. Her parents; one son, Michael Bray; and one sister, Myra Newton, preceded her in death.
Surviving are one daughter, Amy Follis of Pekin; four grandchildren, Alex (Patience) Melendez, Justina Cassidy, Natalie Melendez and Maya Follis and great-grandchildren, Eden, Mateo, Briar, Colt, Jordan and Julian.
Vaunda worked for the Department of Veterans Affairs in Hines, Illinois as an administrator for the rehabilitation department.
She enjoyed crafting, crocheting and gardening. She also enjoyed reading, watching British TV shows and researching ancestry and genealogy. Vaunda loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren.
Her graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 3, 2024 at Saint Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Pekin.
Arrangements are by Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin.
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