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Daniel Polston Obituary
EAST PEORIA - Daniel E. "Woody" Polston, 63, of East Peoria passed away on Friday, June 19, 2020, at his home.
He was born on August 2, 1956, in Peoria to Bobby and Lois (Seaman) Polston.
Woody is survived by one son, Ben (Jennifer) Polston of Washington; two granddaughters, Sophia and Lily; two brothers, Robert Polston of Columbus, Ind., and Red Polston of Lowpoint, Ill.; and one sister, Barb (Willie) Murrell of Parkersburg, Ill. He is also survived by his beloved dog and soulmate, Kricket.
He was preceded in death by both parents and one infant sister, Sandra.
Woody was a bus driver for 40 years, retiring in May of 2020. He cared greatly for the children that he transported.
Woody enjoyed fishing and hunting. He loved animals and raised chickens and rabbits.
Woody had a huge heart and was very kind to all. Everyone who knew him loved him dearly.
He was a member of Bay View Baptist Church.
Cremation rites have been accorded and a celebration of life will be held in August, with more details to follow.
Memorials may be made to the Riverview Grade School, 1421 Spring Bay Road, East Peoria, IL 61611.
Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Morton is handling arrangements.
To leave an online condolence for Woody's family, visit www.knappjohnson.com.
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Mike McConnell
June 26, 2020
Woody was a helluva a guy.
Always had a smile and a kind word.
He was my neighbors brother.
He would always wave and smile.
If I had the time I would stop and talk to him. Heaven has a new angel and he will be missed.
Rest In Peace Big Guy
Maureen Whalen
June 23, 2020
Woody brought a smile to my face every time that I saw him at Riverview. He always made a point to say hello and ask about my family. He took such good care of our preschoolers and students with special needs. He blessed all of the students with a pumpkin last October. I am saddened at his loss but happy that Heaven just gained another angel.
Curt Keller
June 22, 2020
Woody was my best friend. We went fishing and hunting together he came over to eat almost every night! Woody joined me and my family and family at Rock Church every Saturday night! He will be greatly missed and I will miss helping with the Gardens, rabbits and chickens. Love you so much Woody! Love the family so much
Carol Loser
June 22, 2020
Woody you will be missed. We knew we wouldn't see you next school year but not this way. May you now RIP and enjoy all the little children in heaven. You were terrific with the kids!
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