Obituaries
Roland Lee Hayward
Jun 6, 2026
Roland Lee Hayward, 60, Chillicothe passed away on June 06, 2026 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL. He was born to Richard and Betty (Marshall) Hayward, Sr. in Peoria, IL on April 25, 1966.
He is survived by his brother, Richard C. Hayward Jr.; sister, Marilyn (Andrew) Patterson; sister-in-law, Cathy Hayward; seven nieces; two nephews and many great-nieces...
Kari Lynn Kathamegos-Mitchell
Jun 1, 2026
Kari Kathamegos-Mitchell, 41, of Ottawa, Illinois, passed away on June 1, 2026, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria. She was born on March 3, 1985, in Aurora, Illinois, to William Kathamegos and Sara Grant.
Kari was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. Her greatest joy in life was her family, and she loved spending...
Bruce Mitchell Staley
May 30, 2026
Bruce Mitchell Staley, 73, Peoria passed away on May 30, 2026. He was born to Evertt and Barbara (Harter) Staley on September 26, 1952 in Canton, IL. He married Michele J. Bulkley on March 06, 2012.
He loved playing with his children when they were young, taking them to numerous Pro sporting events and playing golf.
Bruce is survived by his wife,...
Gary Everett McBride
May 29, 2026
Gary E. McBride, 81, Washington passed away on May 29, 2026 in Peoria at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice. He was born to Everett and Lucylle (Johnson) McBride on July 22, 1944 in Peoria, IL. He married Cheryl Mustard on May 13, 1972 in Peoria, IL.
Gary was an avid golfer. He would often play 4-5 times per week with his...
Richard Raymond Robbins
May 27, 2026
Richard Raymond Robbins, 75, of East Peoria passed away on May 27, 2026.
Robert Eric Melton
May 25, 2026
Robert E. Melton, 86, Groveland passed away on May 25, 2026 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria. He was born on July 17, 1939 in Decatur, IL to Leslie and Mary (Rudder) Melton. He married Joan Carolyn Coble. She precedes him in death.
He was self-employed as a truck driver.
He is survived by his children, Robert (Jodi) Melton; Stacey...
Sandra Ilene Bautista
May 23, 2026
Sandra I Bautista also known as Sandy was born December 6,1966 and unexpectedly passed away Saturday May 23, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.
Sandy is proceeded in death by her husband, Joseph A Bautista Sr, and mother, Suzana M. Martin.
Sandy is survived by her father, Norman W. Martin of Franklin Grove IL; three sons, Joseph A. Bautista Jr (Kate) of...
Paul Wilkinson
May 8, 2026
Paul Wilkinson, 59, of Peoria passed away on May 08, 2026. He was born on June 02, 1966 to Sheila Bell in Princeton, IL.
Paul got his masters at Bradley College in Peoria Il in Psychology with a minor in social work where he pursued Social work. He enjoyed politics and volunteered time for many worthwhile Politicians whose families became a...
Chuck Larsen
May 8, 2026
Chuck Larsen, a beloved father and grandfather, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026, in his home in Peoria, Illinois, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 28, 1947, in Waterloo, Iowa, Chuck lived a life marked by kindness, dedication, and unwavering commitment to those he held dear.
Throughout his years, Chuck was known for his gentle spirit and steadfast...
Sheryl J Low
Apr 29, 2026
Sheryl Jo Low, 81, of Peoria passed away on April 29, 2026. She was born to Joseph and Eunice Planck on May 31, 1944.
She enjoyed decorating her apartment, reading, doll collecting and most of all socializing with her friends and family.
Sheryl is survived by Tim Low (Son), Julie Tomlinson (Daughter), and Daniel Fountain (Son).
She is preceded in death...
Larry Wayne Anderson
Mar 28, 2026
Larry Wayne Anderson, 81, of Varna passed away March 28, 2026 in Peoria, IL. He was born to Wilbur and Betty Jane(Elliot) Anderson on September 29, 1944 in Spring Valley, IL. Larry married Jane D. Shores in Varna on January 28, 1967. She passed on February 07, 2008.
He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and "Plundering around" (shopping trips or mushroom hunting) with...
Joni Frances Bradshaw
Mar 27, 2026
Joni passed away peacefully on March 27, 2026, after a courageous battle with glioblastoma. She was surrounded by the deep love of her family ~ just as she had surrounded them with love throughout her life.
Joni will be remembered above all for her kind and loving heart. She is survived by her devoted husband Tim; her daughters, Hali (Dominic) Polizzi...
George Thomas Hickey, III
Mar 26, 2026
George Thomas Hickey, 56, of Wenona passed on March 26, 2026.
Patricia Joyce Juarez
Mar 25, 2026
Patricia Joyce Juarez, 68, Peoria passed away March 25, 2026 in Peoria, IL. She was born to Emmet and Caroline (Kestner) McCart on August 08, 1957 in Peoria, IL. Patricia married Jose L. Juarez on October 26, 1984.
She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her children and grandchildren. She found joy in caring for others and creating a warm...
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