Janet Kay Wicker,75, of Taylorville, died January 8, 2026 in her home.

Janet was born on June 20, 1950 in Tower Hill, IL, the daughter of Morris and Ogal (Bowen) Lockard.  She married Robby Joe Wicker on January 22, 1969 in Tower Hill, IL.  He preceded her in death on February 6, 2005.

Janet was a co-owner and secretary of Wicker Trailer Repair in Springfield, IL. She enjoyed reading, playing slot machines, and Bingo, but above all, she treasured the time she spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Surviving are her daughter, Barbara (Greg Donaldson) Wicker of Taylorville, IL; grandchildren: Kay (Elwood) Adams, Krista (Ted) Ostermeier, Zackary Wicker and Zaydyn Donaldson; great-grandchildren: Maliah, Zaxton, Jaxleigh, Stiles, Karter, Kannen, BJ and "Stud"; brother: Charles (Connie) Lockard of Florida; another daughter, Jessica (Dan) Stone of Springfield, IL and her children: Michael, Brandon, Brooke and their eleven children; and bonus daughter, Samatha (Jeff) Groves of Taylorville, IL.

Preceding her in death are her husband, Robby; parents, Morris and Ogal; many siblings; and her puppy, Mitzee Jo.

Private graveside services will be held in Tower Hill Cemetery, Tower Hill, IL.