James R. Lambert

James R. Lambert, 62, of Spring Bay, IL passed away at 4:25 pm on Monday, May 25, 2020 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL. He was born on September 29, 1957 in Peoria, IL to Raymond W. Lambert and Linda L. (Thomas) Hubbard.

Surviving are his children Joshua Lambert, Nathan Lambert, and Christina (Lester) Skidmore; seven grandchildren; father Ray of Spring Bay; siblings Ronald (Terri) Lambert and Kimber (Mike) McQuiston, both of Washington, Kelly Hubbard and Scott Thomas, both of Knightstown, IN, Tracy Lingerfelter of Bartonville, and Tammy Schmidgall of Farmington; three nieces; three nephews; aunt Julia McCarty; and cousins Angela, Amy, April, and Anita. He was preceded in death by his mother Linda, step-father Wayne Hubbard, and his step-mother Donna Lambert.

Jim had worked in maintenance at the Peoria Park District. He loved spending time with his family and friends, swimming, boating, riding his motorcycle, camping, and anything outdoors.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Paw to Paw for Whitney Veterinary Hospital, 2627 North Knoxville Avenue, Peoria, IL 61604. Online condolences at www.masonfuneralhomes.com.

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