DUQUOIN – Delbert Koen, 75, passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2023, at Memorial Hospital, Carbondale, Illinois.

Delbert was born on April 20, 1948, in Christopher, IL, the son of Lester and Neva (Wynn) Koen. He married Carolyn J. Gramenz on April 19, 1996, in Steeleville, IL. Delbert was retired from World Color Press, Sparta, IL. He was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church, Steeleville, IL, and the Missouri Fox Trotting Horse Breed Association, Ava, MO.

Delbert is survived by his wife, Carolyn J. Koen of DuQuoin, IL, his children: David (Katherine) Koen of DuQuoin, IL, Jason (Katrina) Koen of Steeleville, IL; and his four grandchildren.

Delbert's wishes were for Cremation and a private memorial service will follow at a later date. Memorials may be given to the American Diabetes Association, c/o Wilson's Funeral Home, PO Box 217, Steeleville, IL, 62288.