Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Tazewell County, Illinois
Judith Lindsey
May 6, 2026
Judith L. Lindsey, 90, of Peoria, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at her residence.
She was born on January 5, 1936, in Peoria, to Warren and Georgia LaGrow Kircher. She married Darrell Lindsey, who passed away on June 12, 1990. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Debra Wallace.
Surviving family members include her son, Darrell (Linda)...
Donna Morgan
May 3, 2026
Donna Jean Morgan, 72, of Farmington, IL passed away at 1:40 am Sunday, May 3, 2026 at Arcadia Car in Havana, Illinois.
Born May 18, 1953, she was the daughter of Beatrice Hazel and Robert Donald Lash.
Surviving are two brothers and their spouses, two sisters, one daughter, one son, a granddaughter and a great-grandson.
She was preceded in death by her parents,...
Linda Adams
May 3, 2026
Linda May Adams, 78, of Peoria, Illinois, passed away on May 3, 2026, at Carle Health Methodist Medical Center in Peoria.
She was born on November 13, 1947, in Elgin, Illinois, to Eugene and Ada Anderson. She married Donald Adams on February 14, 1969. And he passed away on October 14, 1990. Her brother Ed Anderson and one sister, Nancy Anderson,...
Michael Potter
May 3, 2026
Michael J. Potter, 76, of Peoria, Illinois, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Accolade Healthcare of Peoria.
He was born on November 26, 1949, in Springfield, Illinois, the son of the late Harry and Julia Nudo Potter. He married Sherry D. Choate on May 14, 1997, in Peoria.
He leaves behind his loving wife, two sons—Shawn Reuter from East Peoria...
John Beanblossom
Apr 29, 2026
John W. Beanblossom, 75, of Metamora, Illinois, passed away on April 29, 2026, at the OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, Illinois.
He was born on August 29, 1950, in Lawrenceville, Illinois, the son of Millard and Magdalene Ryder Beanblossom. He married Gloria E. Keller on August 29, 1970.
Surviving are his wife, one son, Shawn (Wendy) Beanblossom of Germantown...
Joyce Bessler
Apr 27, 2026
Joyce Marie Bessler, 89, formerly of Toulon, IL, passed away peacefully at Carle Proctor Hospital in Peoria, IL, on April 27th, 2026.
She was born on March 16, 1937, the daughter of the late Ira Sylvester Moreland & Marie Katherine (Otto) Moreland.
Joyce is survived by her children Jim (Rayanne) Bessler, Jeff (Lisa) Bessler, Jodi (Scott) Turnbull, Jay (Melinda) Bessler as well...
Chauncey Hersemann
Apr 26, 2026
Chauncey Lee Hersemann was born on October 11, 1985, in Fort Knox, Kentucky. He died peacefully in his sleep on April 26, 2026, at his home in Pekin, Illinois. During his youth, he often told people that he was a “Billhilly” because of his Kentucky origins.
He was a welder by profession, with many years of experience in welding and fabrication...
Margaret Bridges
Apr 20, 2026
Margaret Ann Bridges, 60, of Peoria, Illinois, passed away on April 20, 2026, at her residence. She was born on July 8, 1965, in Peoria. Margaret spent her life in the community she called home.
Margaret was a dedicated worker and a familiar face to many. She last worked at SC2 in Bartonville, Illinois, and was also a beloved bartender in...
George Sharp
Apr 18, 2026
George Sharp III, 79, of Bartonville, Illinois, died peacefully at his home surrounded by family on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
He was born on April 2, 1947, in Peoria, as the son of the late George and Lillian Buchanan Sharp. On November 20, 1966, he married Clara “Sissy” Dennis in Peoria.
He is survived by his wife, three daughters—Dee Dee (Cecil) Simmons...
Brent Rebbec
Apr 17, 2026
Brent L. Rebbec, 65, of Mapleton, IL, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL.
Brent was born on September 14, 1960, in Peoria, the son of the late Roger Rebbec and Norma (Fitzgerald) Rose. He is preceded in death by his wife, Karen (Schefelbein) Rebbec, whom he married on May 6, 1989....
Gerald Reynolds
Apr 16, 2026
In Loving Memory of Gerald E. Reynolds
Gerald E. Reynolds, age 83, Pekin, Illinois, passed away peacefully at his home with family by his side on April 16, 2026.
He was born on October 16 in Peoria, Illinois, to Marion Eugene and Adeline Maxine Reynolds. On June 30, 1979, he married Connie (Calhoun) Colgin in Marquette Heights, Illinois.He is survived by his...
Marjorie Higgs
Apr 15, 2026
Marjorie Higgs, 88, of Peoria, Illinois, passed away peacefully at her daughter’s and son-in-law's home on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. The last 18 months of her life were not easy, but she is finally at peace with God.
Mom was born on September 5, 1937. She was the daughter of Raymond and Margaret...
Anthony Holderfield
Apr 13, 2026
Anthony "Tony" Lee Holderfield, 67, of Creve Coeur, Illinois, peacefully passed away in his sleep on April 13, 2026 at his home.
Tony was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend who found his greatest joy in spending time with his family. He shared a loving and lasting marriage with his wife, Alice Holderfield (Wright), whom he married on April 10,...
Pamela Hrdlicka
Apr 2, 2026
Pamela Helen Hrdlicka, 71, of East Peoria, IL, passed away on April 2, 2026, at her home.
She was born on March 11, 1955, in Peoria, IL, to the late Lawrence and Esther (Tiffan) Riggenbach.
She married Craig Hrdlicka on May 23, 1975, the love of her life, whom she was devoted to for over 50 years. He survives.
Also surviving are sons...
James Buchanan
Mar 30, 2026
James E "Jim' Buchanan, 82 of Peoria IL passed away on March 30, 2026, at the Loft Rehabilitation of East Peoria. Jim was born in Peoria on April 3, 1943.
He worked as a baker at Butternut Bread for over 32 years, retiring in 2005. Always active, he later enjoyed nine years delivering flowers for Greg's Florist.
Jim was a passionate Cubs...
Scott Gordon
Mar 28, 2026
Elliott Scott Gordon, 61, of Bartonville, Illinois, passed away at 6:35 AM on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Carle Health Methodist Hospital in Peoria, Illinois.
Scott was born on November 10, 1964, in Peoria, Illinois, to Pleasant and Ruth (Rockett) Gordon Jr. and Ruth. He married Janet Riedlinger on May 2, 1997.
He is lovingly survived by his wife and three children:...
Lynn Stanfill
Mar 26, 2026
Lynn A. Stanfill, age 86, of Farmington, formerly of Bartonville, Illinois, passed away at 9:05 P.M. Thursday, March 26, 2026, at Farmington Village Nursing & Rehab.
She was born April 16, 1939, in Peoria to Stanley and Eloise Morgan. She married Jim Strube on August 16, 1956. She later married Vernon Stanfill on December 31, 1986. He preceded her in death...
Janine Persefield
Mar 24, 2026
PEORIA - Janine Karen Persefield (Cross), age 61, passed away on March 24, 2026. Born on February 24, 1965, Janine was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Janine had a joyful spirit and a passion for the simple things in life. She loved to sing and could often be found...
Christina McCormack
Mar 24, 2026
Arrangements are currently being finalized, and an obituary will be published soon to honor
Christina's life.
Deborah Moberley
Mar 19, 2026
Arrangements are currently being finalized, and an obituary will be published soon to honor
Deborah's life.
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