Eugene “Gene” W. Stokvis, 76, of Springfield, passed away at 5:19 pm, Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at his home. He was born on July 11, 1948, in LaSalle County, IL, the son of Eugene Theodore and Margaret (Krewer) Stokvis.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Bill Stokvis.

Gene is survived by his two children, Mike Stokvis of Springfield and Lisa (Josh) Kording of Williamsville; one granddaughter Edie Kording; significant other, Ann Schonhoff of Springfield; one sister, Trudy (Bob) Borostowski of Peru, IL and one brother, Phil Stokvis.Gene retired in 2002 from the State of Illinois Child Support Division as a manager after 30 years of service. He was a member of Christ the King Parish.

Private services will be held.

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