SPRINGFIELD, IL - Vesta Harnett, 86, of Springfield, died Thursday, Sept. 17, 2015, at her residence.

Vesta was born Feb. 12, 1929, in Springfield.

She was a devoted mother, wife and sister.

She was preceded in death by her parents; son, William L. Harnett III; and one grandchild.

She is survived by one son, Michael Harnett of Springfield; one daughter, Marquita Harnett of Albuquerque, N.M.; two brothers; one sister; and numerous other family members.

Ellinger-Kunz & Park Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Visit our online obituary at ellingerkunzfuneralhome.com.