Cornelius "Corn" Dixson

Oct 10, 2023

Cornelius J. "Corn" Dixson, 43, of Peoria, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 1, 2023, in the emergency room of OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria. He was born on February 12, 1980 in Mississippi to the late Sam Dixson Sr. and Sallie Mae Williams.

Raised in Macomb, IL, Corn grew up in a bustling...

Thomas Lane Sr.

Oct 9, 2023

Thomas E. Lane Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully at the age of 80 at Accolade Healthcare of Peoria on Monday, October 9, 2023. Born on October 29, 1942, in Jackson, TN, Tom was the son of John A. and Mary Harrell Lane.

Tom married the love of his life, Lavon Cotter,...

Don Satchfield

Sep 30, 2023

Don Satchfield, a man of great love, friendliness, and thoughtfulness, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 30, 2023. Born on July 6, 1940, to Charles and Eva (Burchell) Satchfield, Don lived a life filled with joy, compassion, and an unwavering dedication to his family and faith.

Don's life was marked by a deep and enduring love story....

Richard L. Stambaugh

Sep 30, 2023

Richard L. Stambaugh, 76, of Peoria passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 30, 2023, in Peoria.  He was born on April 30, 1947, in Peoria the son of Clarence and Vina Stambaugh.

Surviving are one son Dan (Billie Jo) Stambaugh and one daughter Glenda Belfield all of Peoria.  Also surviving are five grandchildren and three great grandchildren. ...

Rickey J. Parvin

Sep 28, 2023

Rickey Joe Parvin, a beloved father, grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 64 on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL. He was born on September 24, 1959, in Corinth, MS, to Johnney and Shirley Parvin, Rickey's life was characterized by his friendly nature, adventurous spirit, and kind heart....

Donald "Duck" E. Davis

Sep 21, 2023

Donald "Duck" Davis, 93, of West Peoria, passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2023, at his residence.

Donald was born on February 7, 1930, in Peoria, the son of William C. and Esther M. (Le Conte) Davis. He married Donna Heathcoat on March 7, 1954. She preceded him in death on December 4, 1988. He was also...

Bill Ray Dickerson

Sep 10, 2023

Billy Ray Dickerson, 78, of Pekin, IL, passed away in the emergency room of Carle Health Medodist Medical Center in Peoria, IL, at 1:50 p.m. on Sunday, September 10, 2023.

He was born on January 1, 1945, in Meridian, MS, the son of Lester and Eleanor Dickerson. Surviving are his children Billy Ray (Lynn) Dickerson Jr., Janice...

Erick Luncsford

Sep 9, 2023

Erick Colton Luncsford, of Trivoli, IL, passed away unexpectedly on September 9, 2023, at the young age of 33. Born on February 21, 1990, in Peoria, IL, Erick was a devoted son, father, brother and loyal friend.

Erick was known for his adventurous spirit and his passion for life. His enthusiasm was infectious, and he had a...

James Parkin

Sep 3, 2023

James Harold Parkin, lovingly known as Jim, was born on August 14, 1967, in Peoria, IL, to his adoring parents, Cranwill "Butch" and Sharon Thomas Parkin. Jim's vibrant spirit and warm personality touched the lives of those who had the pleasure of knowing him. It is with heavy hearts that we announce his passing on September 3, 2023, at...

Edward Poor

Aug 14, 2023

Edward A. Poor, 68, passed away on Monday, August 14, 2023, at his residence with his family by his side. He was born in Elmhurst, IL, on December 18, 1954, the son of Orville and Amaryllis Poor Sr.

He is survived by his son Chris (Suzie) Poor, and one grandson, Russell Poor. Also surviving are one brother...

Everett "Al" Lightle

Aug 5, 2023

Everett Allan "Al" Lightle of Peoria, IL, passed away at 2:18 am on Saturday, August 5, 2023, at Carle Health Methodist Medical Center in Peoria. He was born on January 2, 1938, the son of Everett and Constance (Cook) Lightle. He married his lovely bride Linda Rutledge on March 7, 1958, in Bryant, IL.

Al was a...

Gloria Ing

Jul 29, 2023

Gloria J. Ing, 70, of Pekin, IL passed away at 11:17 PM on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at River Crossing of Peoria. She was born on October 26, 1952, in Pekin the daughter of Charles and Phyllis Parnham Calhoun.  Gloria married Stanton "Stan" Ing on April 25, 1986, in North Pekin and he passed away on November 14, 2018....

John Franklin Mcgee

Jul 16, 2023

John Franklin McGee, 76, of Bartonville, IL passed away at 9:45pm on Sunday July 16, 2023 at Carle Health Methodist in Peoria.

He was born on January 5, 1947, in Rushville, IL the son of Lenville and Violet Peacock McGee.

Surviving is his daughter Tonnya Ledbetter of Quincy, IL; three sons Greg McGee of Quincy,...

Edward Counsil Ii

Jul 9, 2023

Edward Counsil II, 86, of Dunlap, IL a kind, friendly, and generous man, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2023, at Carle Health Proctor Hospital in Peoria, IL. He was born on July 20, 1936, in Lock Haven, PA, the son of Lenz and Arlene Stover Counsil.  He married Kathryn Bontjes on June 16, 1963, in Peoria and she...

Roy V. Shields

Jul 4, 2023

Roy V. Shields, 90, formerly of Peoria passed away on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, at Cornerstone Rehabilitation and Health Care in Peoria Heights, IL.

Cremation Rites have been accorded and no services are scheduled.  Affordable Funeral & Cremation Services of Central Illinois is assisting the family with arrangements.

Ruth Bonsoe

Jul 3, 2023

Ruth Berg Bonsoe, 96, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, on Saturday, June 24, 2023, at the OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, IL. She was born in Denmark; Ruth was a woman of resilience, kindness, and generosity who touched the lives of many with her thoughtful nature and...

Donald Rampy

Jul 2, 2023

Donald L Rampy, 93, of Hanna City, IL, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2023, at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, IL.

He was born on September 1, 1929, in Callao, MO, he was the son of Glen and Thelma Hayden Rampy of Edina, MO. Don married Donna Ausmus on September 4, 1954. Donna...

Pamela Tucker

Jul 2, 2023

Pamela F. Tucker, 79, of Peoria, IL, passed away with family beside her on Sunday, July 2, 2023.

She was born September 28, 1943, to Patricia and Armond Wilson. She married Ronald G. Halverson in 1966, and they welcomed two daughters. Later in life, she married Donald Tucker in 1999.

Pam enjoyed working and helping...

Megan Kicinski

Jun 25, 2023

Megan L. Rifley Anton Kicinski of Pekin, IL, died Sunday, June 25, 2023, at 10:02 PM in Peoria, IL. She was born August 1, 1973, in Peoria, the daughter of Ronald C. Rifley and Kasandra (Sandy) Humberd Rifley. Ronald died when Megan was 14 months old. She was later adopted after Sandy remarried Phillip Anton.

Megan was...

Joetta Gibbs

Jun 24, 2023

Joetta Gibbs, 69, of Pekin, IL passed away Saturday, June 24, 2023 with family by her side.

She was born to the late Harold and Charlotte Sarnes on February 26, 1954 in Kewanee, IL. Joetta is a graduate from Sterling High School. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gaylen Gibbs, and they last resided in...