Obituaries

Oct 20, 2024

Lana Denise Owen, affectionately known as Denise, was born on November 22, 1952, in Peoria, Illinois. She departed from this world on October 20, 2024, at the OSF Richard Owens Hospice Center in Peoria, surrounded by the love and warmth of her family. Denise was a remarkable woman whose spirit touched the lives of all who knew her.

With a career...

Oct 4, 2024

Thomas Hogan, 59, passed away on October 4, 2024 in Peoria, IL. He was born on September 19, 1965 in Chicago, IL to Thomas and Sharon Johnson. 

He loved cars, particularly Buicks and Cadillacs. He also enjoyed working on them and detailing them. Thomas’ main focus was his family and friends. He meant so much for a lot of people. He...

Oct 3, 2024

Glenda A. Franz, 73, of Chillicothe Illinois, died on October 3, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her family. Born on January 13, 1951 in Hartselle, Alabama to the late Walker and Alma (Maxwell) Garnett, she married Jack Franz in Kahoka, Missouri on August 2, 1984. He survives. Also surviving are her children Samantha (Joe) Peschong, Tamantha (Mike) Eddlemon, Johnny...

Sep 29, 2024

Troy Lee Evans, 82, passed away on September 29, 2024 in Peoria, IL.  He was born in Dumas, MS on September 13, 1942 to Hubert and Nannie (Berkley) Evans.  

Sep 28, 2024

Jeffrey Lee Flaugher II, 41, of Bloomington Illinois, died on September 28, 2024 in Tremont Illinois. Born on July 8, 1983 to Jeffery L. Flaugher and Sandra A. Fain, he married Amy Westbrook on February 23, 2024 in Bloomington, Illinois, she survives.

Also surviving are his father Jeffrey and his wife Joan; Mother Sandra, daughters Patience, Serenity, and Verity Flaugher; stepchildren...

Sep 26, 2024

Larry Dwayne Hayes, a beloved member of the Peoria community, passed away on September 26, 2024 at the age of 72. Born on December 5, 1951, in Peoria, Illinois, Larry dedicated his life not only to his career but also to his family and friends, who were his greatest treasures.

For over two decades, Larry served as a bus driver for...

Sep 26, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Cherie Kay Biggar (Barber), 71, of Henry, IL on Thursday, September 26 after a brave battle with Colorectal Cancer. She was born in Peoria in 1953 to Russell K. and Alma (Kreiter) Barber. Cherie graduated from Richwoods High School and attended Stephen’s Beauty School. She was married to Kenneth...

Sep 25, 2024

Victor L. Griffin, aged 67, passed away on September 25, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents (“Grandma Pat”), his older brother and older sister Valerie of Deer Creek and Florida.

He was born on October 24th, 1956, in Peoria, IL. He was a graduate of Limestone High School and went on to attend Illinois Central College to become...

Sep 15, 2024

Rita L. Maddex, 81, of Metamora, Illinois, passed away on September 15, 2024, in Peoria, Illinois. She was born in Beardstown, Illinois, to Kenneth K. Perkins and Hazel M. Filbert. She married Tom Maddex on November 11, 1972, in Peoria, Illinois. He preceded her in death on April 26, 2013.

Rita is survived by her brother, Mark (Tom Strickland) Filbert; sister-in-law,...

Sep 11, 2024

Shirley Deloris Secretan, 87, of Peoria Illinois, died on September 11, 2024, at Cornerstone Rehabilitation and Health Care in Peoria, IL. She was born on January 18, 1937, to the late William and Helen (Geise) Gibson in Bloomington, IL.

Shirley was a graduate of Eureka High School and Illinois Central College where she earned her Associates Degree in Registered Nursing while...

Sep 7, 2024

Russell Dale Bushman, 77, of Peoria Illinois, died on September 7, 2024, at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, IL. He was born on September 9, 1946, to the late John and Mary (Lillard) Bushman in Peoria.

Russell served in the US Army during the Vietnam War stationed in Germany.  Following his military service, Russell dedicated many years of...

Aug 31, 2024

Steven Bruce Rudd, 60, of Peoria Illinois, died on August 31, 2024, at Carle Health Methodist Emergency Room in Peoria. He was born on January 25, 1964, to the late Bruce and Mary (Mickalonis) Rudd in Peoria.

Steven was a butcher at Elmwood Locker & Rabers Packing Company for several years. In his younger years, he hitchhiked across the United States...

Aug 28, 2024

Robert (Doc) Duane Murdoch 62, of Peoria IL passed away on August 28, 2024, at OSF Transitional Care in Peoria. He was born March 5, 1962, in Peoria to Dennis Murdoch and Mary Beth (Williams) Murdoch. Robert is survived by his Soulmate Heidi Sweet, Mother Mary Beth Magnuson, two sons Justin Murdoch, Taylor Murdoch their mother Ronda (Sperry) Murdoch and...

Aug 20, 2024

Juanita Della Roof, 95, of Peoria Illinois, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2024. Juanita was born in Peoria on September 5, 1928 to the late Russell and Agnes (Kinsman) Kurfman. She was the oldest of 5 children, with younger siblings George and Donnie Kurfman who preceded her in death and brothers Bill and Allen Kurfman who survive. Juanita married...

Aug 4, 2024

Richard Cunningham Newman, 63, of Harding Illinois, died on August 4, 2024 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria. He was born on July 27, 1961 in Elmhurst Illinois to the late Richard and Betty (Cunningham) Newman.

 Rick was proud he served his country as a member of the United States Army. He earned his good conduct metal, army service...

Jul 29, 2024

Danita E. Felton, 56, of Peoria Illinois, died on July 29, 2024 at her residence. Born on October 24, 1968 in Peoria to the late John and Laeloni (Lucas) Felton, she married Matthew Hermanski on May 13, 2004 Peoria. He survives.

Danita is also survived by her sister Denyce (Darin) Cribbs of Parker Arizona.

Danita loved to go fishing, camping, and walking...

Jul 29, 2024

Charmaine Chinita Fongemie, 75, of Peoria Heights Illinois, died on July 29, 2024 surrounded by her 2 daughters and loved ones at Carle Health Methodist Hospital in Peoria Illinois. Born in Seattle Washington on September 10, 1948 to the late Harley and Helen (Wobschall) Henderson, along with Cleo Wilson (sister). She married Gilman Fongemie on May 26, 1988 in Meriden,...

Jul 25, 2024

Todd Michael Akers Sr., 57, of East Peoria Illinois, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2024 after his battle with brain cancer. He was born on October 3, 1966 in Peoria, Illinois to the late John and Goldie (Launius) Akers, along with David Akers(brother) who survives. He married Darlene Biegler on October 10, 1987 in Peoria. She survives.

Also surviving are...

Jul 23, 2024

James Willard Hardmeier, 83, of Sparland Illinois, died on July 23, 2024 at his home. Born in Lacon Illinois on December 19, 1941 to the late Willard and Helen (Carmichael) Hardmeier, he married Joanne Lester on April 14, 1962 in Lacon, she survives.

Also surviving is his son Keith Hardmeier and wife Kari of Lacon, granddaughters Tiffany & Hannah; and four...

Jul 9, 2024