Obituary of Mona Lisa Bishop

 Mona Lisa Bishop, 74, of Cave-In-Rock, Illinois, passed away on June 7, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Mona was born on February 13, 1952, and spent her life devoted to her family and friends. 

 She was known for her quick wit and willingness to help others. Mona enjoyed thrift shopping, gardening, going to church, and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

 Mona had an unwavering faith in the Lord. Having been a lifelong member of Potters Church, her church family was always there during her time of need.

 She is survived by her husband of 56 years, William Edward Bishop; her children, Aaron (Ida) Bishop, Denise (Tim) Duffield, Deane (John) Hubbs, and Danielle McConkey; her grandchildren, Jordan (Ryan) Taylor, Emily (Nick) Redfern, Alex German, Chandler Bowling, Mercedes (Will) Owens, Ava Bishop, Alivia Bishop, Addi Hubbs, Archer Hubbs, Nathan (Laura) Duffield, and Branden (Mikayla) Duffield; her great-grandchildren, Brysen Tabron, Violet German, Parker Redfern, Kyler, Kovelynn, Krew, Kreignton, and Kaden Owens, Maverick, Charlie, and Olivia Duffield; her brother, Steve Thackston; her sister, Ellen (Dan) Nicholsen; and many family members and dear friends.

 She was preceded in death by her parents, B.B. and Cleo Thackston, and her grandson, Austin James German.

 Visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m., Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at Potters Church, and funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Potters Church. Family and friends are invited to attend and share memories.

 We take comfort knowing that the Jesus she faithfully served throughout her life has now welcomed her home with the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant.”

 “Those we love don’t go away; they fly beside us every day.

 

Published in the June 11, 2026 Hardin County Independent.

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