Erik J. Eisele
Jun 26, 2025
Erik J. Eisele, 50, of Petersburg, IL passed away at 2:20 PM Thursday, June 26, 2025 at Springfield Memorial Hospital. Erik was born on August 2, 1974 in Peoria, IL to David and Loveda Sue (Chapman) Eisele. He was preceded in death by his father, maternal grandparents and paternal grandparents. Surviving are: his mother, Sue of Marquette Heights, IL;...
Mary E. Stoltz
Jun 26, 2025
Mary E. Stoltz, 78, of Mapleton, IL, passed away peacefully at 10:11 a.m. on Thursday, June 26, 2025, in the home she cherished, surrounded by family. Mary was born on July 6, 1946, in Montague, MA, to Walter and Helen (Bakula) Pokladok. She married the love of her life, Peter F. Stoltz, on August 28, 1971, in a union that...
Richard L. Lavallier
Jun 13, 2025
Richard "Dick" L. LaVallier, 82, of Pekin, IL, passed away peacefully at 2:30 PM on Friday, June 13, 2025, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL, surrounded by his family. Dick was born on June 23, 1942, in Chenoa, IL, to Herbert and Fern (Rarick) LaVallier. On September 24, 1967, he married the love of his life,...
Phyllis M. Matthews
Jun 12, 2025
Phyllis M. Fornoff Matthews, born November 13, 1934, in Ottawa, Illinois, joined her mother Genevieve (Barton) Basco, her father Vincent Basco, her sister Margaret Noeller, husband John Fornoff, and her grandson Jonathon Fornoff in peace in their heavenly home on June 12th, 2025. Phyllis married her first husband John Fornoff on May 16, 1964. Phyllis and John had two...
Rosemary A. Ashton
Jun 11, 2025
Rosemary A. Ashton, 69, of Marquette Heights, passed away at 7:13 p.m. on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at Timbercreek Rehab & Health Care in Pekin surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on March 21, 1956, in Peoria to Louis and Virginia M. (Leppin) Minder. On February 14, 1987, she married Jack Ashton in Peoria. Rosemary was preceded...
Paul Anthony Roccia
Jun 10, 2025
Paul Anthony Roccia, beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and friend, passed away on June 10th, 2025, at the age of 56. Known for his warmth, humor, and generous spirit, Paul left a lasting mark on everyone who had the joy of knowing him. Born on April 8th, 1969 in Montclair, New Jersey, Paul grew up with a...
Danielle C. Watkins
Jun 7, 2025
Danielle C. "Dani" Watkins, 75, of Pekin, passed away peacefully at 10:59 a.m. on Saturday, June 7, 2025, surrounded by loved ones at her home. Born on September 7, 1949, in Peoria to Elwood and Virginia (Abbott) Saylor, Dani lived a vibrant life filled with love, faith, and family. Dani married Terry Lutz in 1968 in Creve Coeur and...
Loren G. Zuercher
Jun 2, 2025
Loren G. Zuercher, 98, of Pekin, Illinois, passed away peacefully at 1:50 AM on Monday, June 2, 2025, at Hopedale Nursing Home in Hopedale, Illinois surrounded by loved ones. A man of boundless optimism, unwavering confidence, and a tireless work ethic, Loren lived a life marked by dedication to his family, faith, and community, leaving behind a legacy that...
David Neff Detweiler
Jun 1, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of David Neff Detweiler, 79, of Pekin, Illinois, who entered eternal rest on June 1, 2025, at Carle Health Methodist Hospital in Peoria, Illinois. Davids life was a testament to love, dedication, and the joy of connecting with others through teaching, family, and his passions for golf and writing....
Gale Ellen Thomason
May 31, 2025
Gale E. Thomason, 74, of Pekin, IL passed away at 3:29 AM Saturday, May 31, 2025 at Carle Health Methodist in Peoria, IL. Gale was born July 21, 1950 in Pekin to Vernon and Lucille R. (Parr) DuPage. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Cindy "DuPage" Gieser. Surviving are: one son, Ronnie (Amanda Welsh)...
Thomas P. Morrissey
May 27, 2025
Thomas P. Morrissey, 72, of Pekin, IL, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, IL, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 20, 1952, in Champaign, IL, to Thomas Paul and Phyllis Ann (Vance) Morrissey, Tom lived a vibrant life filled with devotion, creativity, and a deep commitment...
Jo Ann Feaster
May 24, 2025
Jo Ann (Forbes) Feaster, aged 90, went home to be with her Lord on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Indiana University Hospital, Bloomington, IN. She was born on April 3,1935, in Green Valley, IL, to the late Charles and Myrtle (Schmick) Forbes. She married Larry Eugene Feaster on March 3,1956, in Pekin, IL. He passed away on September 8,...
Theodore "Ted" Dale Sheckler
May 24, 2025
Theodore "Ted" Dale Sheckler, 29, of Pekin IL passed away at 7:27pm on May 24, 2025. Ted was born the youngest of five sons on September 25, 1995 at Pekin Hospital in Pekin IL alongside his fraternal twin Benjamin "Ben". He was born to parents Monroe and Dorothy "Dodie" Sheckler. His brother Ben proceeded him in death suddenly and...
Larry L. Wheeler
May 19, 2025
Lester Larry Wheeler, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2025, in Peoria, Illinois, at the age of 87. Born on December 2, 1937, in East Peoria, Illinois, Lester lived a life filled with unique experiences, deep connections, and a passion for the things he loved. Known affectionately by many as "Junkman," Lester made...
George F. Coussens
May 17, 2025
George F. Coussens, 83, of Pekin, formerly of Canton, Avon, St. Augustine, and Port Byron, passed away on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 8:55 p.m. at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria. He was born to Remy August and Alma Mary (Maertens) Coussens in Moline on February 21, 1942. He married Nadine A. Schormann of Dieterich, IL, on...
David Lee Nystrom
May 6, 2025
David (Davo) Lee Nystrom of Pekin passed away on May 6, 2025, from a UTV accident. He was born on February 21, 1970, in Hammond, IN, to Marianne Postelmans (Donnie Osborne) and Dennis Nystrom. He married the love of his life, Krissa (Mayall) Kendrick, on February 18, 2017, in Pekin, IL. She survives, along with his parents; son, Myles...
Mary Jane Riley
May 3, 2025
Mary Jane Riley, 88, of Pekin, IL passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2025. She was born May 9, 1936 in Pekin, IL to Hector and Mabel (Griffiths) Buckley. She married Stanley Riley on August 13, 1955 which Stan said was the beginning of nearly 70 wonderful years together with the love of his life. Surviving are: husband Stan;...
Gertrude T. Nichols
Apr 29, 2025
Gertrude T. Nichols, 94, of Pekin, IL passed away at 2:46 AM Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at Hallmark Healthcare of Pekin. Gertrude was born on January 25, 1931 in Youngstown, OH to Gustav and Madeline E. (Musshafen) Carl Sr. Preceding in death are her parents, one granddaughter, Hannah Lulay, two brothers, Walter Carl and Gustav Carl Jr., and one...
Linda L. Wolters
Apr 24, 2025
Linda L. Wolters, 83, of Pekin, IL passed away at 8:25 AM Thursday, April 24, 2025 at OSF Richard Owens Hospice Home. Linda was born on January 23, 1942 in Lincoln, IL to Stanley and Alma (Steffens) Cooper. She married John R. Lussenhop on September 16, 1962 and later married Larry D. Wolters on May 28, 1982 She was...
Philip Michael Shea
Apr 24, 2025
Philip "Mike" Shea, 88, of Pekin, IL passed away at 8:25 PM Thursday, April 24, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family. Mike was born on April 8, 1937 in Oconto, NE to John Patrick and Hazel Idella (Stairs) Shea. He married Sharron Mannel on November 18, 1958 in Anselmo, NE. He was preceded in death by his...
