Harold "Mickey" Wittekiend, 74, of East Peoria, Illinois, formerly of Washington, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Carle Health Methodist Hospital in Peoria.

Mickey was born on August 6, 1952, to the late Harold and Catherine Wittekiend. He married Teri L. Lathrop on September 30, 1988. She passed away on December 31, 2019. He later married Karen Camper on March 12, 2022.

His wife of East Peoria, along with his children Michael (Kristi) Wittekiend, Cathy (Tim) Behm, Theresa (Doug) Skibba, Jeremy (Laura) Stewart, Jonathan Stewart, Nathan (Stefani) Stewart, and Josh Marshall, and Karen's children, Gene (Tiff) Schafer, Tommy Schafer and Stefani Stewart are all lovingly surviving him. He is also survived by many cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Additionally, his sisters Marty (Marv) Frantz, Mary Pacheco, and Mindy Whelchel are grateful to remember him.

Mickey has dedicated many years to Walmart and has achieved remarkable success in martial arts. As a 10th-degree black belt, he proudly served as the owner and chief master instructor of Wittekiends Midwest Martial Arts for over two decades, inspiring many along the way.

Mickey's kind heart and love for people made him truly special. He was admired by many and will be deeply missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.

At Mickey's request, cremation rites have been accorded. A celebration of life will be held October 4, 2026 from 1:30 to 4:30 pm at Barrack's Hospitality on Pioneer Parkway. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his name to T.A.P.S. To share a memory or send condolences to his family, visit www.masonfuneralhomes.com. Mason-White Funeral Home in Washington has been entrusted with his cremation.