Lois Mildred Brummett was born in Monroe, Wisconsin on July 13, 1950. She passed away peacefully on December 11, 2024, at her home in Hayti, Missouri. She was 74 years of age.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years: Edward Brummett, parents: Lawrence and Florence (Bennett) James, daughter: Angela Brummett, one son: David Brummett, grandson: Brandon Brummett, brother: John James, one nephew: Larry Pearson, one niece: Christine Malcomson Brannon and 2 sisters in law: Rita Stricker and Charlotte Brummett.

Lois was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt. She graduated from Rockford East High School Class of 1968. She furthered her education after high school by attending and completing cosmetology school at Alberto's School of Cosmetology in Rockford, IL. During her working years, she worked as a hairdresser and a secretary for doctors' offices in both Rockford and Hayti. On April 28, 1973, she married Edward Brummett. Lois was very family-oriented. She loved family get-togethers, spending time with her nieces, nephews, and grandkids, and living on the farm she shared with her beloved husband Ed and son Matthew. Lois also enjoyed knitting, crocheting, and bowling with Ed.

She leaves the following behind to cherish her memory:

Son: Matthew Brummett of Hayti, MO.

2 Sisters: Linda (Richard) Pearson and Laurel Malcomson both of Rockford, IL.

6 Grandchildren: Niki Bousum, Nathan Brummett, and Kayla Brummett all of Rockford, IL. Savannah Brummett and Random Brummett both of Paragould, AR., and Brittany Turvold of Winnebago, IL.

2 Great Grandchildren: Aiden Bousum and Jase Turvold

Sister-in-Law: Leslie James of Rockford, IL.

And a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews, other relatives, and friends.

John W. German Funeral Home of Hayti oversaw arrangements.