Wilma E. Chism

Wilma E. Harkleroad Chism, 76, of Pekin, passed away at 8:40 PM Sunday, November 27, 2011 at Timber Creek Rehab and Health Center. Wilma was born on March 23, 1935 in Pekin, IL to Harold E. and Lenora E. (Vancil) Harkleroad. She was preceded in death by her parents. Surviving are: three brothers, Earl (Cathy) Harkleroad of Pekin, IL, Ernie (Bonnie) Harkleroad of Manito, IL and James Harkleroad of Pekin, IL; one sister, Florence Rowell of Pekin,IL; and several nieces and nephews. Wilma had worked at Bemus Company in Peoria. Funeral services will be at 10:30 AM Thursday, December 1, 2011 at Henderson Funeral Home in Pekin. Rev. Judy Doyle will officiate. Visitation will be from 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Glendale Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to National MS Society, Greater Illinois Chapter, 525 West Monroe St. Suite 900, Chicago, IL 60661. Cemetery Glendale Memorial Gardens 18119 Illinois Route 9 Pekin,IL 61554 Visitation Thursday, December 1, 2011 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Henderson Funeral Home and Crematory 2131 Velde Dr. Pekin,IL 61554 Service Thursday, December 1, 2011 10:30 AM Henderson Funeral Home and Crematory 2131 Velde Dr. Pekin,IL 61554