Esther Charlene De’Jesus, 84, of Mount Vernon, Illinois, passed away November 26, 2020 at her home with her family by her side. She was born June 21, 1936 in Dix, Illinois to the late Luther and Opal Bateman. Esther first married William Irvin Morgan and he preceded her in death.  She later married Freddy De’Jesus on December 10, 1987 in Mount Vernon, Illinois and he preceded her in death on September 21, 2013.

A Visitation will be held Saturday, November 28, 2020  from 12:00 to 1:00 pm at South Hickory Hill Cemetery in Mount Vernon, Illinois. A Graveside Service will begin at 1:00 pm at the cemetery with Pastor Ron Reynolds officiating. Interment will follow. Memorials may be made in Esther’s honor to the De’Jesus family, in the care of Patricia Fields.

Please remember to observe social distancing at this time. We are limited to 10 people in our building at a time. Following the CDC and NFDA regulations, we encourage everyone to wear a mask. They will be made available, upon request.

Call Hughey Funeral Home at 618-242-3348 or visit hugheyfh.com for further information.