E. Renee (Dexheimer) Homolka of Carrollton, formerly of Hillsboro, died on Nov. 12, 2025, at HSHS St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield.
Private graveside services will be conducted at a later date. Plummer Funeral Home in Litchfield is assisting with arrangements.
Ms. Homolka was born on June 13, 1954, in Springfield, to Bonnie (Wood) and Roy C. Dexheimer, Jr. She was a graduate of Hillsboro Community High School and MacMurray College in Jacksonville.
After graduation from college, she moved to Carrollton, where she worked in the mental health profession for nearly 50 years. A gifted pianist and guitar player, she found pleasure throughout her life in music as well as reading, gardening and working in her yard and do-it-yourself projects around her home. She was also a bit of a family historian and archivist with an appreciation for antiques and heirlooms. She also formed many friendships that enriched her life, many of which lasted for decades.
Ms. Homolka is survived by her daughter, Megan (Joe) Clark of Greenfield; brother, Joel (Jennifer) Lohr of Jerseyville; sister, Roleda Pfeiffer of Mt. Olive; as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
Memorial donations may be made to Randy’s Rescue Ranch (RRR Sanctuary) or St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
