Michael Painter, 66, of East Peoria passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 25, 2014 in the Emergency Room at Methodist Medical Center in Peoria. He was born on December 7, 1947 in Peoria the son of Hugh and Grace Willert Painter. Surviving are his children Nikki (Paul) Dumm, Anita (James) Bennett, Jessica (Roy) Collins, Brandon (Crystal) Painter and Caitlin McCarthy, Cari McCarthy. And one brother Pat Painter of Peoria. He was an automotive mechanic at several locations in the Peoria area for many years. Cremation rites have been accorded with no services scheduled. Notes of condolences for the family may be sent using www.peoriafuneral.com.