Faye E. Murks, nee Barnette, age 78, of Crete, IL, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2020. Faye was the Beloved wife of the late James Robert “Bob” Murks.; Loving mother of Patty (Steve) Gifford and Tammy Murks; Cherished grandmother of Steve Jr. (Rachel) Gifford, Josiah (Corinne) Gifford, Rachel Gifford and Ben (Jocelyn) Gifford; Great grandmother of Declan, Aidan, Seamus and Charlotte Gifford, Paisley Faye and Kaden Roberts and Elliot Jo Gifford; and Dear sister of Dean Holmes. She was Preceded in death by her siblings Leola, Ray, Margie, Tommie, Lois, R.L. and James Earl. Thank you to her devoted caregivers Heather Wascher and Karen Anker. Faye retired from Crete-Monee 201-U school district in the payroll department. She enjoyed her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Faye loved the Lord and loved singing. She was loved by many and will be dearly missed. Memorial visitation will be Tuesday, January 7, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. until time of the memorial service at 11:00 a.m. at Greenhill Funeral Home. Greenhill Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
