Dorane Faye Conaway, 78, of Greenville, Illinois, formerly of Granite City, passed away at 8:24 a.m. on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at Holy Family Hospital in Greenville.
She was born December 16, 1947, in Doniphan, Missouri, a daughter of the late Claude Eugene and Alzada (Pierce) Boyles. She married Richard Thomas “Pogo” Conaway in 1979, and he preceded her in death on November 20, 2003.
Dorane was a woman of kindness, strength and independence who lived her life with a caring heart and a deep devotion to those she loved. She attended Calvary Baptist Church in Granite City for many years and carried her faith and compassion throughout her life.
A talented seamstress, Dorane found great joy in sewing and creating special things with her hands. She enjoyed traveling with her family, discovering new places and making wonderful memories along the way. She also delighted in collecting a variety of treasures throughout the years. Among her family's cherished traditions were her delicious homemade Christmas butter cookies, a special treat that brought smiles and sweet memories to those fortunate enough to enjoy them.
Above all, Dorane's greatest joy was her family. She treasured her role as a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, taking great pride in the many generations of her beautiful family. Known for her kind heart, independent spirit and unwavering love, she cherished every opportunity to gather with her children and grandchildren. Her warmth, generosity and the countless memories she created will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
She is survived by her five children and their spouses, Joseph and Shalonda Wylde of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Richard and Daleana Wylde of Sorento, Kevin and Toni Wylde of Sorento, Susan Gutierrez of Edmond, Oklahoma, and Jennifer and Donnie Grooms of Granite City; twenty-one beloved grandchildren, Jordan, Rachel, Amy, Jared, Shawn, Brendan, Caleb, Kayla, Kamron, Ryan, Isaac, Austin, Olivia, Gabriel, Lucas, Emileigh, Andrea, Charlotte, Henry, Vivian and Hazel; twenty cherished great-grandchildren, Carter, Valerie, Willow, Teddy, Cedar, Rhema, Titus, Lincoln, Malachi, Hadley, Micah, Adelai, Beckham, Cypress, Kelson, Braelyn, Leon, Lukas, Lorna and Autumn; two sisters, Linda Chronister of Tampa, Florida, and Patricia Loewen of Dallas, Texas; a brother, Gerald Boyles of Granite City; many nieces and nephews; other extended family members and dear friends.
In celebration of her life, visitation will be held at Irwin Chapel, 591 Glen Crossing Road in Glen Carbon, on Thursday, November 5, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. until the time of funeral service at 1:00 p.m., with her grandson, Reverend Ryan T. Wylde, officiating.
Burial will follow at Sunset Hill Memorial Estates in Glen Carbon.
Memorials may be made to a charity of one's choice or to support a local animal shelter.
Condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.irwinchapel.com.