Eugene Massey
Oct 8, 2025
Eugene Massey, 91, of Pekin passed away at 9:01 a.m. Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at his home.
He was born on July 1, 1934, in Smith County, TN, to George L. and Myra (Cuttrell) Massey. He married C. Joann Christianson on December 3, 1955, in Yuma, AZ. She preceded him in death on March 16, 2005. Their son John K. Massey...
Linda L. Elliott
Oct 6, 2025
Linda L. Elliott, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister peacefully departed this life on October 6, 2025, at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, Illinois. She was born on March 25, 1952, in Galesburg, Illinois, bringing joy to her family from the very start. Linda was a devoted daughter to her parents, Robert E. Smith and Betty...
Perry Randall Watkins
Oct 5, 2025
Perry Watkins, 66, of Jackson, MI passed away at 10:30 PM Sunday, October 5, 2025 at his sister, Lori’s home.
Perry was born in Kennett, Missouri and grew up in Pekin, Illinois. He graduated from Pekin High School and moved to Michigan in his twenties, settling in Jackson, Michigan in 1987 and purchasing a home on Vandercook Lake in 1990, where...
Norman E. Harlan
Oct 4, 2025
Norman E. Harlan, 88 of East Peoria passed away on October 4, 2025, at Hallmark Healthcare in Pekin, Illinois. Norm was born on June 29, 1937, in Albany, Kentucky to Arthur and Annie (Ewing) Harlan. He married Doris Mae Huber on June 13, 1959, in East Peoria, and they shared many joyful years together until her passing on January 10,...
Frank L. Handegan
Oct 2, 2025
Frank L. Handegan, 86, of Pekin, IL passed away at 2:15 AM Thursday, October 2, 2025 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL.
Frank was born on January 22, 1939 in Peoria, IL to Frankie and Caroline Rose (Michael) Handegan. He married Darlene LeMasters on September 21, 1956, having just celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary.
He was preceded in death...
Patricia J. Proehl
Sep 24, 2025
( Pekin) Patricia Joanne Proehl, 76, of Pekin, IL, passed away at 12:02 am on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at her home.
Born on February 16, 1949, in Peoria, Illinois, to Clarence and Shirlie Kohtz Jackson, she married Howard Proehl on August 10, 1968, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Pekin, with the Rev. Paul Schedler officiating. Howie preceded her in...
Jeff Leeman
Sep 16, 2025
Jeffrey J Leeman, 60, of Manito, IL, passed away Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home.
Jeff was born on November 17,1964 in Paris, IL to Jessie Leeman and Naomi (Dorothy) Leeman. He was preceded in death by his mother.
Jeff married Karen Sue Laird on July 20, 1985. They were...
James "Jim" Herrman
Sep 15, 2025
James "Jim" Albert Herrman, 81, of Manito, IL, passed away at 12:15 a.m. on Monday, September 15, 2025, at Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital in Lincoln, IL.
He was born January 15, 1944, in Peoria, IL, to Robert Herrman and May Ellen Savage, he married Marlene Peplow at the Manito Methodist Church on June 14, 1975, and they shared 50 beautiful years...
Virginia Ann Krause
Sep 14, 2025
Virginia Ann Krause, 78 of Pekin, passed away at 3:22 am, Sunday, September 14, 2025 at Timbercreek Rehab & Health Care in Pekin. She was born on December 26, 1946 in Pekin to Eileen F Waremburg.
Cremation has been accorded and there will be no services.
Candace L. Bumbalough
Sep 14, 2025
Candace L. Bumbalough, 45, of Pekin, Illinois, passed away at 2:29 PM on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, surrounded by her family.
Born on September 9, 1980, in Peoria, Illinois, to Curtis and Patti (McLaughlin) Baldwin, Candace lived a life full of warmth, creativity, and devotion to those she held...
Charli Bumbalough
Sep 13, 2025
Charlotte “Charli” Bumbalough, 16, of Marquette Heights, IL, passed away at 9:29 AM on Saturday, September 13, 2025, in Pekin, IL. Charli’s vibrant spirit and infectious joy touched the lives of everyone who knew her, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories.
Born on December 30, 2008, in Peoria, IL, to Anthony and Jessica...
Joyce Ann Ripley
Sep 13, 2025
Joyce Ann Ripley, 78, of South Pekin, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, at 11:57 pm, Saturday, September 13, 2025. Born on December 4, 1946, in Peoria, Illinois, to Marion and Ruby (Jackson) Porchie, Joyce lived a life filled with warmth, creativity, and devotion to her family and community.
Joyce was...
Tony Kares
Sep 10, 2025
George “Tony” A. Kares Jr., 87, of North Pekin, IL, passed away peacefully at 9:53 PM on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family. Tony lived a vibrant and fulfilling life, leaving behind a legacy of devotion to his family, community, and passions.
Born on March 20,...
Betty Rahn
Sep 9, 2025
Elizabeth M. "Betty" Rahn, 85, of Pekin, IL, passed away peacefully at 7:16 PM on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 21, 1940, in Stillwater, MN, to Russell and Viola Sara (Gille) Lindahl, Betty lived a life marked by dedication, community service, and an unwavering commitment to her family.
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Scott M. Seeling
Sep 5, 2025
Scott M. Seeling, 70, of Pekin passed away at 11:28 pm, Friday, September 5, 2025 at Pekin Manor.
He was born to Alfred H. and Shirley Jean (Mitchell) Seeling in Prestonsburg, KY on September 7, 1954. He was preceded in death by his parents, and one brother, Mark Seeling.
Scott is...
Pat Joyce Jr.
Aug 30, 2025
John Patrick Joyce Jr. (Pat Joyce) born November 10, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away on August 30, 2025.
Pat grew up in Oak Park, IL, was the second oldest of seven siblings, attended Fenwick High School, and graduated from Loyola University in Chicago. He met his beloved wife, Janice, while at Loyola. They married...
Karalyn A. Garber
Aug 12, 2025
Karalyn Ann Garber, 89, of Pekin, Illinois, passed away peacefully at 6:30 AM on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at Pekin Manor, with her daughter Kara by her side. Karalyn lived a vibrant and fulfilling life, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, creativity, and devotion to her family, faith, and community.
Born on July 11, 1936, in Eagle...
Terol L. "Terry" Stone
Aug 9, 2025
Terol Lee “Terry” Stone, 78, of Pekin, Illinois, passed away peacefully at 8:05 a.m. on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at his home, surrounded by loved ones.
Terry was born on November 6, 1946, in Peoria, Illinois, to Theodore J. and Ann (Yanko) Stone. Known for his unwavering dedication to family, country, and community, Terry lived...
Robert George Schumm
Aug 5, 2025
Robert George Schumm, 96, of Manito, IL, passed away peacefully in his sleep at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at The Lodge in Manito.
Born on August 3, 1929, in Pekin, IL, to George and Louise (Eitenmiller) Schumm, Bob lived a rich and fulfilling life rooted in faith, family, and the land. On...
Donald Johnson
Aug 3, 2025
Donald Earl Johnson Sr., 91, of Pekin, Illinois, passed away peacefully in his sleep, surrounded by family, on August 3, 2025.
He was born on January 31, 1934, in Peoria, Illinois, to Florence Gladys Hand and his stepfather, Joseph Johnson. Don attended Manual High School and proudly served his country in the United States Air...
