Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Tazewell and Woodford County, Illinois

Curtis Fauth

Curtis Fauth

Mar 2, 2025

Curtis Fauth, 82, beloved Father, Spouse, Son, Brother, Father-in-law, Grandfather, and stepfather, was called to his eternal resting place on Sunday, March 2, 2025.

He entered this world on September 19, 1942, in Peoria, IL, born to Carl and Dorothy Kuntz Fauth.

He is survived by his son Douglas Fauth (Kathy), daughter Lynne Prather (Dean),...

Joann Rae (Jackson)  Decroix

Joann Rae (Jackson) Decroix

Feb 28, 2025

Joann Rae DeCroix, 90, of Germantown Hills, IL, formerly of Springfield, IL, passed away at 7:25 am on Friday, February 28, 2025, at Carle Health-Methodist Hospital in Peoria, IL.

She was born on September 5, 1934, in Springfield, IL, to Floyd Raymond Jackson and Marie (Handley) Campbell. She married Victor Joseph DeCroix on May 29, 1952 in...

Judith "Judy" Joy (Craig)  Bernitt

Judith "Judy" Joy (Craig) Bernitt

Feb 24, 2025

Judith Joy "Judy" Bernitt, 84, of Germantown Hills, IL, passed away peacefully in her home on Monday, February 24, 2025, at 11:50 pm.

She was born on February 27, 1940, in Kewanee, IL, to George and Helen (Trent) Craig. She married her loving husband, Thomas John Bernitt, on June 13, 1959, in Kewanee, IL. He passed away...

Kathryn "Kathy" Tomlinson

Kathryn "Kathy" Tomlinson

Feb 23, 2025

Katherine A. "Kathy" Tomlinson, 70, of Lowpoint, IL, passed away at 1:19 am on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at the OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.

She was born on March 24, 1954, in Peoria, the daughter of Lloyd and Helen Hittle Sherman. She married Robert Tomlinson Sr. in Spring Bay, IL, on June 8,...

Gloria Potts

Gloria Potts

Feb 22, 2025

In Loving Memory of Gloria Potts

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Gloria Potts who left this world at the age of 93, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and warmth. She was a mother, a sister, a grandmother, a great-grandmother, and a dear friend to so many.

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Raymond L. Pintar

Raymond L. Pintar

Feb 22, 2025

Raymond L. Pintar, 69, of Washington, IL, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

He was born on July 23, 1955, in Peoria, the son of the late Raymond R. and Mary A. Krulac Pintar. Surviving are one daughter, Brittny (Joshua) Alltop, of Morton, IL, and one son, Christopher...

John C. Welk

John C. Welk

Feb 22, 2025

John C. Welk, 95, of Germantown Hills, IL, passed away at 1:13 am on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Washington Senior Living in Washington, IL.

He was born on August 5, 1929, in Peoria, IL, to John T. and Theo G. (Gray) Welk. He married Darlene M. Hill on June 29, 1963 in Peoria, IL. She passed...

James "Jim" Anthony Stickelmaier

James "Jim" Anthony Stickelmaier

Feb 21, 2025

On Friday, February 21, 2025, Jim woke up and stated, "I'm going to die today--but first I'm going to work a half a day." As always, Jim kept to his word.

James Anthony "Jim" Stickelmaier, 86, of Metamora, IL, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at 11:25 am on Friday, February, 21, 2025 at OSF St....

Sally Rae Leon

Sally Rae Leon

Feb 16, 2025

Sally R. Leon, 82, of Washington, IL, passed away at 8:30 am on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at her residence.

She was born on November 12, 1942, in Clinton, IA, the daughter of Vernon and Lucille Hinrichsen Smith. She married Larry Leon Sr. in Clinton, IA, on August 31, 1963. He passed away on June 13, 2017....

Virginia R. (Huser)  Withers

Virginia R. (Huser) Withers

Feb 15, 2025

Virginia R. Withers, 90, of Metamora, IL, passed away at 6:10 pm on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at Snyder Village Health Center in Metamora surrounded by her family.

She was born on July 29, 1934, in Peoria, IL, to Carl and Maxine (Spalding) Huser. She married William J. Withers on May 2, 1959 in Peoria. He passed...

Frances Louise (Wagner)  Garber

Frances Louise (Wagner) Garber

Feb 14, 2025

Frances Louise Garber, 95, of Metamora, IL, formerly of Spring Bay, IL, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025 at Carle Health-Methodist Hospital in Peoria, IL.

She was born on May 5, 1929, in Peoria, IL, to Christopher B. and Louise C. (Rhode) Wagner. She married Oliver E. "Junior" Garber on July 17, 1948 in Peoria, IL....

Deangela "Angie" D. (Foote)  Kimbro

Deangela "Angie" D. (Foote) Kimbro

Feb 13, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of DeAngela D. "Angie" Kimbro, who departed this earth on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at the age of 51, following a brave battle with cancer.

Angie, of Metamora, IL, was born on March 23, 1973, in Pekin, IL to Carolyn Fenner (Martin) and Charles Foote. Angie was...

Catherine Smith

Catherine Smith

Feb 13, 2025

Catherine Helen Smith, 85, of Washington, went to be with her beloved husband, Robert D. Smith, in heaven on Wednesday, February 13, 2025, the day before Valentine's Day and two days before their 68th wedding anniversary. She passed away at her residence, surrounded by her family.

She was born Catherine Taylor on September 25, 1939, in Pontiac,...

Dawn Laurel (Magerkurth)  Daebelliehn

Dawn Laurel (Magerkurth) Daebelliehn

Feb 12, 2025

Dawn Laurel (Magerkurth) Daebelliehn, 82, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at Carle Health Methodist in Peoria, IL, after an extended illness.

Born on August 20, 1942, in Geneseo, IL, Dawn grew up on her family's farm in the countryside of Geneseo. She shared her childhood with her beloved siblings, Lynne (Magerkurth) Johnson (late Lee...

Sandra Lee Norbits

Sandra Lee Norbits

Feb 10, 2025

Sandra L. Norbits, 74, of East Peoria, IL passed away on Monday, February 10, 2025, at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, IL.

She was born on March 28, 1950, in Litchfield, IL the daughter of Oscar and Norma Wegener Dalton.  She married Donald W. Norbits on October 13, 2006, in Peoria. She and Don...

Jeanette Mccloskey

Jeanette Mccloskey

Feb 10, 2025

Jeanette M. McCloskey, 78, of Washington, IL, passed away on Monday, February 10, 2025, at Lacon Rehab and Nursing in Lacon, IL.

She was born on February 25, 1946, in West Frankfort, IL, the daughter of Andrew and Anna Butkovich Rumler.

Surviving are two daughters, Mindy (Kevin) Spahn of Washington, IL, and Kim (Brian) DePasse...

Ernest "Ernie" G. Greer

Ernest "Ernie" G. Greer

Feb 8, 2025

Ernest G. "Ernie" Greer, 84, of Germantown Hills, IL passed away at 2:41 pm on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL.

He was born on April 1,1940 in East Prairie, MO to Orvel E. and Josie L. (Ray) Greer. He married his loving wife of 59 years, Mary H. Staab,...

Judith C. Weaver

Judith C. Weaver

Feb 8, 2025

Judith C. Weaver, 82, of Washington, IL passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at Pekin Manor in Pekin, IL.

She was born on April 15, 1942, in Sullivan, IL, the daughter of Herbert and Lela Sampson Rogers. She married David Weaver on June 16, 1963, in Washington.

Surviving are two sons, Scott Weaver and...

James S. Plemmons

James S. Plemmons

Feb 5, 2025

James S. Plemmons, 71, of East Peoria, IL passed away surrounded by his loving family at 11:33 am on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at his residence.

He was born on October 18, 1953 in Peoria, IL to James H. and Catherine (Dycus) Plemmons. He married Debbie R. Sweet on April 19, 1975 in East Peoria, IL.

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Alan Howerter

Alan Howerter

Feb 5, 2025

Alan Howerter, 72, passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, in Washington, Illinois at his residence. Born on December 13, 1952, in Avon, Illinois, Alan lived a life marked by dedication to family, community, and craftsmanship. He married Susan Elaine Asbury on June 7, 1975, in Washington. This year would have marked 50 years of a wonderful marriage, one...