Lois Jean Shonk, 91, of Marshall, IL passed away 11:56 AM Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at Marshall Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. One of 16 siblings, she was born on September 30, 1933 in Paris, IL and was the daughter of Cecil and Irene Baldwin Emerick. She married Howard Lee Shonk on November 11, 1951 in Paris, IL. He preceded her in death on March 25, 2015. Surviving are seven brothers and sisters and numerous nieces and nephews. Although never having children of her own, Lois was a mother figure to three of her special nieces Penny Harrold, Gayla Camp and Heather McCullough. In addition to her parents and husband, Lois was preceded in death by eight siblings and a special nephew, Nicholas Wingo. Lois was active in Eastern Star, serving as Grand Lecturer and a statewide position as Grand Martha. She was an avid Chicago Cubs fan, loved animals, and enjoyed talking with the school children that visited the nursing home. An Eastern Star service followed by a Celebration of Life service will be Monday, March 17th at 2:00 PM at Pearce Funeral Home. Visitation will be 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Cremation will follow. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to O.E.S. Chapter #7 or to Marshall Rehabilitation and Nursing. Online condolences are being accepted at pearcefuneralservices.com.