Romy McAlexander, 24, of Centralia, IL, passed away at 7:16 pm July 10, 2022 at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mount Vernon, IL.

She was born September 13, 1997 to Keith Emerson McAlexander and Jacenta Elaine Thompson (Frank) of Mt. Vernon. In addition to her parents, she is survived by two younger brothers, Howie McAlexander and Ireland McAlexander, both of Mt. Vernon, maternal grandparents Joyce Littrell (Cindy) of Mt. Vernon and Stephen Doerner (Martha) of Winder, Georgia, paternal grandparents Debbie Ingram (Rowan) of Mt. Vernon and Terry McAlexander (Lisa) of Mt. Vernon, paternal great grandmother Virginia McAlexander of Salem, one uncle Justin McAlexander (Sarah) and one aunt Shana Littrell, and her niece Emersyn McAlexander of Belle Rive.Romy was preceded in death by her paternal great grandfather, Forrest McAlexander and maternal great grandparents Earl and Wanda Cox formerly of Goreville and Imogene Doerner formerly of Carmi. Romy had a special zest for life and was never afraid to push her limits even as a toddler. She was a loving daughter, her beautiful smile and big brown eyes will always be remembered. She made an impression on all our lives that will never be forgotten. “Never Look Back,” Romy.

A Celebration of Life will be held, 5:00 to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, July 19th at Hughey Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon. Memorials may be made to Hughey Funeral Home.Call Hughey Funeral Home at 618-242-3348 or visit hugheyfh.com for further information.