Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Tazewell County, Illinois

Kenneth Clay Adams

Kenneth Clay Adams

Jan 20, 2021

Kenneth Clay Adams, 60, of East Peoria, IL passed away on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at home after battling cancer for four years.

He was born on October 15, 1960 in Peoria, IL to William H. and Lois E. (Sill) Adams, Sr.

Surviving are his two sons, Matthew and Austin Adams; four brothers; three sisters;...

Brie'Ana Mcghee

Brie'Ana Mcghee

Jan 14, 2021

Brie'Ana Marie McGhee, 25, of Peoria beloved niece and cousin was called to her eternal resting place on Thursday, January 14, 2021. She entered this world on October 1, 1995 in Peoria, IL, daughter of Emilee McGhee.

She is survived by her, uncle Norman (Shellie) McGhee Jr., of Peoria, cousins Elijah Montaè (Christine Goethel Fiancè) McGhee of...

Delbert Harr

Delbert Harr

Jan 12, 2021

Delbert Harr, 72, beloved Father, of Peoria, IL, passed away at 10:00 pm on Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at Sharon Willows in Peoria.

He was born on January 6, 1949, in La Harpe, IL, to Delbert and Myrl Harr. He is survived by his mother, Myrl of Rockford, IL; sister, Gina and (Dave Carlson) of Rockford; daughter,...

Gilbert Perry

Gilbert Perry

Jan 11, 2021

Gilbert Jerome "Feel Good" Perry 64, of Peoria, IL, was suddenly called home January 11, 2021. He was born January 10, 1957, in Marianna, AR., to the late Oneal Perry Sr. and Josephine Parham. He attended Anna Strong Elementary and Whitney Elementary in Marianna, AR. Gilbert was baptized at St. John's Baptist Church in Gibson, TN. He was employed...

Carl Patterson

Carl Patterson

Jan 11, 2021

Carl Fredrick Patterson, Sr., 81, of Mapleton, IL, passed away at 10:11 am on Monday, January 11, 2021, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL.

He was born on July 23, 1939, in Peoria, IL, to Stewart W. and Mary Ann (Berry) Patterson.  He married Betsy Ann Kern on April 21, 1978 in Pekin, IL.  ...

Patrice Ann Mccartney

Patrice Ann Mccartney

Jan 8, 2021

Patrice Eilleen "Patti" McCartney, 62, of East Peoria, IL, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 8, 2021, at 11:15 PM, at her residence with her family by her side.

She was born on December 16, 1958, in Peoria, IL, to Daniel J. and Anna L. (Sutter) McDade.

Patti was a dedicated employee and retired from...

Barbara Burbridge

Barbara Burbridge

Dec 31, 2020

Barbara Ann Burbridge, 73, of Peoria, IL, passed away at 10:49 am on Thursday, December 24, 2020, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

She was born on January 28, 1947 in Peoria, IL to the late Kenneth H. and Florence (Boyd) Burbridge. Surviving are several cousins

Barbara was an inventory control expediter for...

Richard L. King

Richard L. King

Dec 30, 2020

Richard Lee King, 67, of Dalzell, IL, passed away at 11:12 pm on Wednesday, December 30, 2020, at the OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, IL. Richard was born on May 20, 1953 in Olney, Maryland, to James and Norma (Hostler) King.

Surviving are his daughters, Kelly King (Scott DiDomenico) of Jamesburg, NJ, Kimberly (Dennis)...

Rosalie S. Hoyt

Rosalie S. Hoyt

Dec 26, 2020

Rosalie S. Hoyt, known to her friends and family as Rose, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 26, 2020 at the Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, Illinois.

She was born on September 12, 1948, in Chicago IL, to the late George and Helena H. (Tandler) Stolte.

Rose was in the graduating class of...

David Ray Ramsey

David Ray Ramsey

Dec 23, 2020

David Ray Ramsey, 73, of Peoria, IL, passed away at 1:26 pm on Wednesday, December 23, 2020, at Sharon Elms Health Care Center in Peoria.

He was born on November 23, 1947, in Lumberton, NJ, to Glenn A. and Edith M. (Endicott) Ramsey.

Surviving are his brothers, John Ramsey of Hanna City and Brian Ramsey...

John L. Trine

John L. Trine

Dec 20, 2020

John Leland, "Jon Jon" Trine, 76, of Peoria, IL, passed away at 4:40 am on Sunday, December 20, 2020 at Timbercreek Rehab & Healthcare Center in Pekin, IL.

He was born on July 24, 1944 in Terre Haute, IN, to Fred Earl and Phyllis Helen (Nason) Trine.  He married Carol Ann Ridgway on September 19, 1961 in...

Darcella Peterson

Darcella Peterson

Dec 16, 2020

PEORIA – Darcella Leihokualoha (See) Peterson, 67, of Peoria, passed away on December 16 at the OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.

She was born in Honolulu, HI., on June 2, 1953, to Thomas Nainoa Chong See, Jr, and Tomiko (Arakaki) See. Darcy graduated from Kalani High School in 1971 and attended the University of...

David Neil Render

David Neil Render

Dec 12, 2020

David Neil Render, 68, of Peoria, IL, passed away on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at his residence.

He was born on October 13, 1952 in Peoria, IL to James and Dorothy (England) Render. He married Candy L. LeMaster on April 27, 1990 in Peoria.

Surviving are his wife; two sisters, Sherrie (Tom) Pesch of Laguna...

Christopher "Chris" Alan Taylor

Christopher "Chris" Alan Taylor

Dec 4, 2020

Christopher (Chris) Alan Taylor, 37, of Peoria, IL, passed away at 10:16 pm on Friday, December 4, 2020.

He was born on June 17, 1983 in Peoria, IL, to Robert James and Carrie Marie (Swift) Taylor. He married Erin E. Rickey on October 8, 2016 in Peoria, IL.

Surviving are his wife, Erin of Peoria;...

Janice Elizabeth Cassidy

Janice Elizabeth Cassidy

Dec 2, 2020

PEORIA - Janice Elizabeth Cassidy, 66, of Peoria, IL, passed away on December 2, 2020, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL.

On December 20, 1953, Janice was born in Peoria, IL, to Joseph and Eileen (Mudd) Cassidy. She had one daughter, Amanda Cassidy (Jesse Pedersen) of Peoria. She is survived by her daughter, grandson,...

Kenneth F. Carrigan

Kenneth F. Carrigan

Dec 2, 2020

Kenneth F. Carrigan, 86, Civic Leader. Son of Bernard and Bessie (nee Leroy); Beloved husband of Joan Carrigan (nee Barrer); Loving father of Tommy, Terry, and Danny & Pam (spouse); Caring grandfather to Andrew, Elena, Justin, and Samantha Carrigan; three great grandchildren; Dear brother to sisters Judith, Barbara Jean (deceased), brothers Lester and John (deceased); Cherished uncle to many...

John William Moll, Jr.

John William Moll, Jr.

Nov 24, 2020

John William Moll, Jr., 64, of Chillicothe, IL, passed away at 9:38 am on Tuesday, November 24, 2020, at his residence.

He was born on April 18, 1956 in Peoria, IL, to John William and Donna Jeanne (Barnes) Moll, Sr.

Surviving are his brother, Darwin (Lori) Moll and sister, Kathy Moll both of Chillicothe. He...

Joyce Mcdowell

Joyce Mcdowell

Nov 19, 2020

Joyce Arlene McDowell, 87, of Peoria, IL, passed away at 2:50 pm on Monday, November 16, 2020, at her residence.

She was born on September 15, 1933 in Fairbury, IL to Elmer and Velma (Church) King.  She married William M. "Mick" McDowell, Jr. on May 23, 1953 in Peoria.  He passed away on March 27, 2012.  Her...

Ruby Marie Chelgren

Ruby Marie Chelgren

Nov 19, 2020

Ruby Marie Chelgren, 91, of Peoria, IL, died peacefully surrounded by her loving family at 11:18 am on Thursday, November 19, 2020, at her residence.

She was born on March 10, 1929 in Abercrombie, North Dakota, to Gustav Adolph and Ida Regina (Sathe) Markeseth.  She married Walter Chelgren on November 27, 1948, in Havana, ND.  He passed...

Cheryl Garver

Cheryl Garver

Nov 17, 2020

Cheryl A. Garver, 74, of Pekin, passed away on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at Unity Health Point Methodist in Peoria. She was born in Pekin, a daughter of Freeman and Audrey (Dennison) Mangold. They preceded her in death.

Cheryl is survived by her children, Nicole Ingram of Pekin and Carrie Qureshi of Pekin; grandchildren, Alexis, Zach, Mani...