Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Tazewell County, Illinois
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.
Connie Clelland
Mar 19, 2026
Connie E. Clelland, 64, of Peoria, Illinois, passed away on March 19, 2026, at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.
She was born on October 31, 1961, in Evansville, Indiana, to the late Frederick "Fritz" and Helen E. Nuebling. She married William Clelland III on March 1, 1980. Bill passed away on May 17, 2024.
Surviving are her children, Rachel...
Kay McCloud
Mar 17, 2026
Kay Francis McCloud, 84, passed away on March 17 at 11:00 pm, surrounded by family.
Kay was born on December 7, 1941, to Edith and Arthur Stickley. After being set up by their grandmas, Kay married Franklin McCloud on August 21, 1958. She is preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, her parents, brother Richard, and her best friend...
Suzanne Bouweraerts
Mar 9, 2026
Suzanne Lee Bouweraerts, 82, of Oglesby, Illinois, passed away at 12:31 PM on Monday, March 9, 2026, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, Illinois.
Suzanne was born on October 5th, 1943, in South Bend, IN, to Robert and Georganne Stuart Oliver. She married Andrew Bouweraerts on February 10, 1979, in Santa Monica, California and he preceded her in death.
She...
Lowell D. Robinson
Mar 9, 2026
Lowell D. Robinson, 89, of Marquette Heights, passed away at 3:19 am on Monday, March 9, 2026, at home. He was born on May 13, 1936, in Kewanee, IL, the son of Waymond and Emma Robinson.
He married Betty E. Smith on February 1, 1958, in Peoria, IL. Betty passed away on March 17, 2022. He was also preceded in death...
David Eichelberger
Mar 6, 2026
David H. Eichelberger, 80, of Minier, Illinois passed away on Friday, March 6, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by family the evening before. His wife was with him at the time of his passing.
Dave was born on October 28, 1945, in Goshen, Indiana, the son of the late Lester and Mildred Stutzman Eichelberger. He married Kathie Jennings on November 3,...
John E. Herington
Mar 1, 2026
John E. Herington, 63, of Peoria, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2025, at Carle Health Methodist Hospital following a heroic battle with Cancer.
He was born on December 1, 1962, in Peoria, Illinois, to Robert Herington and Sandra Gulick.
John is survived by his beloved daughter, Kassandra Herington of Peoria; his cherished grandsons, Noah Herington and Phoenix Herington-Robinson; and his siblings,...
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