Rhonda Donette Uppinghouse, 66, of Macomb passed away at 2:05 am Monday, May 11, 2026 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy.
She was born on November 28, 1959 in Quincy to Donald and Pauline Uppinghouse. They preceded her in death.
Rhonda is survived by 4 sisters, Janice ‘Jan” Uppinghouse (Jimmy Spencer) of Macomb, Lisa Haught (Mike) of Hannibal, Carla Uppinghouse of Peoria , and Katrina Albert (Ted) of Golden; 6 children, Brandy McCormick of Macomb, Brian McCormick (Erica) of Bushnell, Dustin McCormick of Macomb, Cierra Michl of Macomb, Felicia Michl of Macomb, Christopher Michl (Skylar) of Morton; 10 grandchildren, Ava, Jacelyn, Payton, Raygan, Konnor, Alayna, Haylea, Emma, Stella, Madalynn and another grandchild and great-grandchild on the way.
She grew up in the country, where her wild imagination first took root, before eventually moving to Macomb in her twenties. She spent 15 years working at Cooper’s Porcelain Products, followed by another 15 years in housekeeping at Countryview Care Center. Rhonda was a passionate collector who found joy in gathering Barbies, Indian dolls, Funko Pops, and dream catchers. Her favorite animal was the wolf, which she often said symbolized intuition and guidance.
When she wasn’t working, Rhonda treasured spending time with her children and grandchildren. She had a generous, nurturing heart and loved to laugh and joke with them, creating memories they will carry forever.
Known affectionately by some as “Rousey,” she brought warmth, humor, and love wherever she went. LOVE TRANSCENDS As we say farewell, please feel no sorrow, for time on this earth, we only borrow, Lucky was I, my heart had a home, And with you by my side, I felt not alone. You filled my life with happiness And light, my soul shall remain eternally bright.
Love cannot end, it cannot disappear, I will always be with you, I will always be near. And now that my journey has come to its end, please know and take comfort in this my friend.
For me, for my life, please do not grieve for now I remain “Forever Free”.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, May 21, 2026 at Clugston Tibbitts Funeral Home in Macomb with Deacon Larry Adams officiating. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Memory Gardens in Macomb. Visitation will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday, May 21, 2026 at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or Diabetes Association.
You may leave condolences and sign the guest book online at clugston-tibbitts.com.
