Alma L McKay

Alma L. McKay, 73, a resident of Hickory Grove Assisted Living Center in Carthage, IL formerly of Plymouth, IL went home to be with her Lord at 1:00 pm Tuesday October 22, 2024 at the center. 

She was born on March 28, 1951 in Macomb, IL to Vernon and Eileen Pollack Allison. 

Alma was a graduate of Galesburg High School and earned an LPN degree from Spoon River College. She had worked in area nursing homes for many years. She was a member of the Colmar Christian Church.

 She is survived by 2 daughters, Christy (Brian) Hilliard of Plymouth, IL, Cathy Goldizen of Plymouth, IL, 1 son, Chad (Kristi) Cernich of Plymouth, IL, 9 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren, 3 brothers, Carl (Patty) Allison of Chattanooga, TN, Rodney (Linda) Allison of Sterling, IL and Ronnie (Jackie) Allison of Rock Falls, IL and numerous nieces and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by her parents. 

As per Alma’s wishes, cremation has been accorded and the family will have a Celebration of Life at a later date. 

The Hamilton Funeral Home in Augusta, IL is handling arrangements.