Oct 14, 2024

Dr. Emily Czapek, MD

Beloved Fervent Animal Enthusiast, Hematologist, and Groundbreaking Researcher

Emily E. Czapek, M.D., was born on December 1, 1942, and passed away on Monday, October 14, 2024, after a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Euterpe and Emil Czapek who, with three doctorate degrees between them, instilled in...

Oct 10, 2024

Jean A. Herrick, 70, of Metamora, IL, passed away at 7:57 am on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at Snyder Village Health Center in Metamora.

She was born on June 3, 1954, in Peoria, IL, to James F. and Doris Mae (Reeser) Riley. She married Thomas W. Herrick on October 25, 1975 in Roanoke, IL.

Surviving...

Oct 6, 2024

Michael R. Wolf, 77, of Spring Bay, IL, passed away at 1:23 am on Sunday, October 6, 2024, at his residence.

He was born on June 14, 1947, in Peoria, IL, to Richard D. and Jennie C. (Browning) Wolf. He married Kathy J. Knight on December 23, 1967, in Bayview Gardens, IL.

Surviving are his...

Oct 5, 2024

Vanda Duncan, 86, of East Peoria, passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at The Loft in Eureka. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. on Friday, October 11, 2024, at Fondulac Cemetery in East Peoria. Pastor Rick Brisbin, from Faith Church in Washington, will officiate. Vanda was born on October 22, 1937, in Peoria, a daughter of...

Oct 4, 2024

Philip L. Theobald, 83, a respected sports journalist and cherished community member, passed away surrounded by love and family on Friday, October 4, 2024, at the OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.

He was born on January 3, 1941, in Galesburg, IL, the son of Philip C. and Marilee Ayres Theobald. He married Sandra Lind...

Oct 4, 2024

Phillip R. Grogg, 79, of Washington, IL, a man of honor, dedication, and unwavering commitment to his family, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family at O.S.F. St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

He was born on July 4, 1945, in Centralia, IL, the son of Floyd and Hazel Arning...

Oct 2, 2024

Lawrence "Larry" Henry Matthews, 91, died from COVID-19 on October 2, 2024.

Larry was born January 17, 1933, in Chicago, to Henry and Barbara (Seifert) Matthews. He graduated from the Fournier Institute (1950) and Loyola University with honors in English literature (1954). He served in the U.S. Army (1955-57).

He taught sixth grade at St....

Oct 2, 2024

Wilbert H. "Boobie" Marchand, Jr., 80, passed away at 4:18 am on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at his residence.

He was born on April 16, 1944, in Metamora, IL, to Wilbert J. and Viola J. (Fredrichs) Marchand. He married Rosalee Potter on October 17, 1964, in Eureka, IL.

Surviving are his wife, Rosalee of Metamora;...

Sep 26, 2024

Charles Albert "Charlie" Cluskey, 87, of Germantown Hills, IL, passed away at 12:22 pm on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at his residence surrounded by his three sons.

He was born on December 27, 1936, in Brimfield, IL, to Wilbur and Dorothy (Stenger) Cluskey. He married Marie Ellen Fehl on April 30, 1960, in Peoria, IL. She passed...

Sep 26, 2024

Herman E. Davis, 84, of East Peoria, IL, passed away at 6:25 am on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL.

He was born on November 3, 1939, in Thomasville, MO to Jessa and Juanita (Pate) Davis. He married Audry Jean Chapai on November 12, 1960 in Peoria, IL. She passed...

Sep 24, 2024

Velta U. Taylor, 78, of Washington, IL, passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her family. She was born on August 10, 1946, in Kennett, MO, the daughter of Lester and Bertha Brand Mitchell. She married Charles W. Taylor Sr. on August 17, 1971. Surviving are her husband; children, Angela Taylor of Creve Coeur,...

Sep 19, 2024

Jacob "Jake" T. Christner, 86, of Roanoke, IL, passed away at 5:15 pm on Thursday, September 19,2024, at the Apostolic Christian Home of Roanoke.

He was born September 20, 1937, in Shelbyville, IL, to Joe D. and Emma (Eigsti) Christner. He married Nora Jane Hostetler on May 20, 1964, in Roanoke, IL. She passed away on November...

Sep 16, 2024

Revah M. (Atkins) McAllister, 96, of Peoria, IL, passed away at 1:10 pm on Monday, September 16, 2024 at her home at Lutheran Hillside Village in Peoria, IL.

She was born July 31, 1928, to Frank and Ermel (Lance) Atkins near Fillmore, Missouri.  She was preceded in death by her sisters Hazel, Thelma, Helen Dorene, and brother...

Sep 13, 2024

Barbara A. Carlisle, age 88, of Washington, IL, passed away on Friday, September 13th, 2024, at St. Joseph Medical Center in Bloomington, IL, surrounded by family.

She was born January 20th, 1936, in Pickaway County, OH, to Lawrence T. and Margaret E. (Jinks) Brigner. She married Wayne H. Carlisle in 1963 in Watseka, IL. He preceded her...

Sep 12, 2024

Thelma Marie Adams, 82, of Metamora, IL passed away at 1:56 am on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL.

She was born on January 23, 1942, in Worth Township, IL, to Lawrence and Margaret (Reising) Adams.

Surviving are her caregiver, Geri (Rick) Hammer of Germantown Hills; their children,...

Sep 11, 2024

Rosemarie Reilly, 86, of Washington, IL, passed away on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at the Apostolic Christian Home-Eureka.

She was born on January 4, 1938, in Roanoke, the daughter of Robert and Ida Monge. She married James A. Reilly on June 30, 1957. He passed away on March 23, 2019. One son, Jimmy, and one grandson, Adam...

Sep 9, 2024

Rocky C. Shelton, 65, of Washington passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024, at OSF St.Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

He was born on August 26, 1959, in Peoria, Illinois, the son of J.C. Shelton and Audrey J. Hutchcraft Shelton.

Rocky is survived by his son, Kevin C. Shelton; his daughter-in-law, Bethany M. Graham; his...

Sep 7, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Carol Laible. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Sep 7, 2024

Bonnie L. Allen, 73, of Germantown Hills, IL, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 7, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of care, education, and service.

She was born on September 6, 1951, in West Plains, MO, the daughter of the late Mearle and Modie L. Friend Evans. She married Timothy P. Allen on August 6, 1972, in...

Sep 6, 2024

Zella Barbara Knoblauch, age 70, of Metamora, IL, formerly of Lowpoint, IL, passed away at 7:28 pm on Friday, September 6, 2024, at Snyder Village Health Center in Metamora.

She was born on August 20, 1954, in Peoria, IL, to Gerald N. and Barbara Ann (Clark) Knoblauch.

Surviving are her siblings, Connie Knoblauch of Metamora,...