Irene was a long-time first grade teacher at West Terrace in Evansville. She was a member of Howell United Methodist Church. Irene enjoyed traveling, gardening and spending time with her family.
Irene was preceded in death by her Parents Rollie and Dottie Hancock; first husband, Carl “Buster” Epley; second husband, Lenard Stein.
She is survived by her daughter, Carol Weis of Chapel Hill, TN; step-daughter, Lori Boothman (Kim) of St. Louis, MO; step-son, Mark Stein of St. Louis, MO; grandchildren, Derick Weis (Jenny), Jared Weis (Tori), Daniel and Mathew Boothman; great grandchildren, Jacob and Auggie Weis; caretaker and very close friend, Barbara Norman; cousin, Peggy Tippett McCormick; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
A funeral service will be held 10:30 AM Thursday, October 25, 2018 at Alexander West Chapel officiated by Pastor Kenny Palmer. Burial to follow at Slaughter Cemetery. Friends may visit 4-8 PM Wednesday October 24, 2018 at the funeral home and Thursday 9:30 am until service time.
Memorial contributions may be made to Howell United Methodist Church or Linda E. White Hospice House.
Condolences may be offered at www.AlexanderWestChapel.com.