Obituaries
Mary E. Colvin
Aug 24, 2026
Mary Ellen Colvin, 84, of Lacon, Illinois, and, in later years, Webb Lake, WI, passed away peacefully after a long journey with Alzheimer's on August 24, 2026. Mary was surrounded by family in her last moments and the outstanding staff at Country Comforts in Henry, IL. She was born on March 3rd 1942, to the late Austin L. Cranford and...
George James Young
Aug 17, 2026
George James Young, 74, of East Peoria passed away August 17, 2026 at Carle Health Medical Center in Peoria, IL. He was born December 28, 1951 in Peoria, IL to Ernest and Evelyn (Glore) Young. George married Brenda Fox on August 02, 1991 in Peoria, IL. She survives George.
He enjoyed the following outdoor activities: golfing, fishing, camping, boating, and riding...
Gregory Michael Storm
Aug 1, 2026
Gregory Michael Storm, 69, of Sparland Illinois, died on August 1, 2026 at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria Illinois. Born on March 28, 1957 in Peoria Illinois to the late Wayne G. and Dolores L. (Edminster) Storm, Greg was a self-employed entrepreneur in many different fields.
Greg is survived by his brothers Michael (Joanne) Storm of Lacon Illinois, Tim...
Frankie Charles Behm
Jul 30, 2026
Frankie Behm, age 71, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2026. He was born on December 29, 1954, and lived a life defined by love, devotion to family, and appreciation for life's simple and meaningful moments.
Frankie was the devoted husband of Brenda Lee Behm, whom he loved deeply. Together, they built a strong and loving family that remained his greatest...
Carolyn Jean Potter
Jul 27, 2026
Carolyn Jean Potter, , of Decatur, IL passed away on July 27, 2026 at OSF St. Francis Health Center in Peoria. She was born in Latham, IL, to Ovie and Jeanella (Crabtree) Walcott on April 11,1940. She married Arvin L. Potter, he precedes her in death.
She loved working in her garden and her flower beds. Carolyn had a love...
Chad Himlin
Jul 23, 2026
Chad Robert Himlin, 45, of Princeville, Illinois, passed away on July 23,2026 surrounded by family. Chad was born on June 18, 1981, in Peoria, Illinois, the son of Bob and Cheryl (Good) Himlin of Wyoming, Illinois. He is proceeded in death by his father.
Chad leaves behind his beloved wife and best friend of 15 years, Jenine (Gardner), and his five...
Montgomery Blake Irby
Jul 17, 2026
Montgomery Blake Irby, 65 of Peoria, IL was born on April 6th, 1961 to Frances H Johnson and Joe Irby. He passed away on Friday, July 17th, 2026 at 5:10am at his residence while surrounded by family.
Blake leaves behind three maternal siblings: Mark Irby, Kimberly L Johnson and Felecia L (Jack) Robinson all of Peoria, IL.
Five special maternal aunts Roberta...
Carole Frances Peugh
Jul 13, 2026
Carole Frances Peugh, 83, East Peoria passed away July 13, 2026 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria. She was born September 20, 1942 to Fred and Anna (Osborne) Miller in Pekin, IL. Carole married Thomas E. Peugh on November 14, 2005 in Eureka, IL.
Carole is remembered as a loving spouse, mother, step-mother, proud grandmother, and even PROUDER great...
Dean Brian Miller
Jul 1, 2026
Dean “Brian” Miller, 78, Peoria, IL formally of Oswego, IL passed away July 01, 2026 at Carle Health Methodist Hospital in Peoria, IL. He was born to Raymond and Lucille (Johnson) Miller on February 27, 1948 in Red Wing, Minnesota. Brian married Diane Wedeen on August 01, 1981 in Geneva, IL. She survives Brian.
He enjoyed NASCAR since the 70s, loved...
Sharon Denise Bradford
Jun 28, 2026
Sharon Denise Bradford, 59, passed away June 28, 2026 in Chillicothe, IL.
Joseph Lafayette Clingan
Jun 25, 2026
Joseph Lafayette Clingan, 75, of Peoria passed away June 25, 2026.
Bruce Melvin Castor
Jun 20, 2026
Bruce Melvin Castor, 88, of East Peoria, Illinois, passed away on June 20, 2026. He was born July 20, 1937, in Champaign, Illinois, to Harry Castor and Eva (Cottle) Castor.
Bruce was the proud father of three children: Karen Davis of East Peoria, Illinois, Sandy McDonald of East Peoria, Illinois, and Todd (Jeanne) Castor of Washington, Illinois.
He was previously married for...
Micheal Lee Shoop
Jun 19, 2026
Michael L. Shoop, 75 of Peoria Heights passed away suddenly on June 19 in Peoria, Illinois, at Carle Health Methodist Hospital Emergency Department. He leaves behind two sons, Scott Shoop and Rodney Shoop, both of Peoria Heights, Illinois.
Mike was born on September 29, 1950, in Peoria, Illinois, to Dale and Dorothy (Short) Shoop. After graduating from high school, Mike enlisted...
Glenn Summerville
Jun 13, 2026
Glenn Edward Summerville, 72, of Peoria, Illinois, died on June 13, 2026 in Peoria. He was born on May 18, 1954 in Peoria, Illinois to the late Rufus Sr. and Mercedes (Jones) Summerville.
He is survived by his only child, Pearis Carr of Thailand, brother Clyde Summerville, brother Jeffrey (Atasa) Summerville of Peoria, IL., sister Elaine Gordon of Oklahoma City, OK.,...
Gerald "Gerry" Ray Reeder, Jr.
Jun 11, 2026
Gerald “Gerry” Ray Reeder, Jr., 61, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026. Born in Peoria, Illinois, he was the son of Gerald (Loretta) Reeder, Sr. and the late Patricia (Fredrickson) Brooks.
He is survived by his children, Samantha (Aaron) Adami and Zachary (Megan) Reeder; his grandchildren, Austin, Ethan, Charlotte, and Weston; his brother Gary (Dianna) Reeder; and his stepsister Nicci...
Linda Marie Pates
Jun 10, 2026
Linda Marie Pates, 70, died on June 3, 2026 at her residence in Galesburg, Illinois. She was born in Galesburg to the late L.M. and Dorothy (Smallwood) Pates. Linda is a graduate of Galesburg High School. She grew up in the Second Baptist Church, where she was instilled with a deep life-long faith. She devoted much time to Bible Study...
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...
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