Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Alechia Roosevelt
Aug 3rd, 1979 - Feb 9th, 2026Alechia Kay Roosevelt, age 46, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Monday night, February 9, 2026, at her home. She was surrounded by the love and presence of those closest to her, after a journey in which she faced cancer with remarkable faith, strength, and grace.
She was born August 3, 1979, in Olney, the daughter of Kevin Eugene and Carla Jo (Kirkman) Curtis. On June 14, 2014, she was united in marriage to Christopher Shane Roosevelt in Flora, and together they shared 11 years of marriage built on love and commitment.
A graduate of Flora High School, Alechia earned her nursing degree from Frontier Community College and dedicated her life to caring for others. She served as the school nurse at Clay City School, where she was more than a nurse—she was a comfort, a safe place, and a familiar smile to many students. During her illness, she often spoke of how much she missed her “kiddos” and looked forward to the day she hoped to return to them.
Family was at the heart of everything Alechia did. She loved traveling and being together, carefully planning trips and moments that brought those she loved close. The beach had always been one of her favorite places—a place that brought her joy and renewal—and in December she felt drawn to be there again with those she loved most. True to who she was, she planned a spur-of-the-moment trip to Gulf Shores, Alabama, in just two days. She found that same sense of calm in familiar places closer to home, including Montauk State Park and Bell Smith Springs within the Shawnee National Forest.
Throughout her battle with cancer, Alechia’s faith remained a steady source of strength and assurance. On December 17, 2025, she was baptized alongside her family at Christ’s Church in Flora—an experience she joyfully described as the “best day of my life.” She shared that the peace she felt was immediate, and that moment became a source of comfort and reassurance for her and those closest to her. Even in uncertainty, she trusted that God was holding her and guiding her every step of the way.
Alechia deeply appreciated the outpouring of love and support from her community and never took for granted the prayers, encouragement, and kindness shown to her and those she loved. She faced her illness with courage, gratitude, and an unshakable love for those she held closest, praying always for healing. Her family now finds comfort in knowing Alechia’s steadfast faith has carried her home.
She is survived by her husband, Shane Roosevelt of Flora; three children: Madison McKnelly (Reid Travis) of Danville, Weston McKnelly of Flora, and Avery Roosevelt of Flora; her mother, Carla Clevenger of Flora; her father, Kevin “Bo” Curtis of Xenia; siblings: Kevin (Jessica) Curtis of Louisville, Amanda (Preston) Petersen of Flora, and Kyle (Stephany) Butcher of Flora; maternal grandmother, Janice Colclasure of Flora; paternal grandmother, Audra Curtis of Effingham; former husband and father of Madison and Weston, Curt McKnelly of Louisville; nieces: Kaitlyn Littlejohn, Abigail Curtis, Lia Petersen, Kaylin Petersen, Ayda Petersen, Skylar Butcher, Shelby Butcher, and Amara McCormick; nephews: Trevor Littlejohn, Elijah Curtis, and Wyatt Butcher; great-niece, Brynleigh Ferrell; father- and mother-in-law, Randy and Donna Roosevelt of Clay City; her beloved and faithful canine companion, Lilly, who rarely left her side; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Cloise Curtis; maternal grandfather, Carl Kirkman; maternal great-grandmother, Marjorie Kirkman; an uncle, Roger Kirkman; and stepfather, Danny Clevenger.
A funeral ceremony will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora, with Mark Luzadder officiating. A committal ceremony will follow at Elmwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers and gifts, memorial donations are suggested to a fund established for the benefit of Alechia’s children’s future college expenses. Contributions will be accepted through the funeral home, and checks should be made payable to Shane Roosevelt. To share a condolence or memory, please visit: www.frankandbright.com