Willa Dean Martin

Willa Dean Martin, 93, of Pekin, IL passed away at 6:03 PM Friday, May 1, 2020 at Pekin Manor. Willa was born on January 17, 1927 in West Frankfort, IL to John and Zettie (Hilbun) Copeland. She married William F. Martin on September 28, 1945 in Peoria, IL.He passed away on January 16, 2015. Also preceding in death are one, son-n-law, Frank L. Shanklin, one daughter-n-law, Julie Martin, three sisters, two brothers, two step sisters and one-half sister. Surviving are: one son, Steve (Stacy) Martin of Pekin; two daughters, Vickie Shanklin of North Pekin and Debra (Kevin) Wallisa of Washington, IL; five grandchildren, Keri, Kai, Adam, Frank and Kevin; seven great grandchildren, Dalton, Kynzie, Ethan, Nolan, Cole, Chase and Cameron; one step granddaughter, Heidi and one step great granddaughter, Ava Rose. Willa was a member of the VFW Auxiliary. She enjoyed bowling, baking cookies and shopping for her grandchildren. She will always be remembered for her gentle, sweet and kind personality and her love of family. Private graveside services will be held at Glendale Memorial Gardens. There will be no visitation. Henderson Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Creve Coeur VFW. Cemetery Glendale Memorial Gardens 18119 Illinois Route 9 Pekin,IL 61554