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Judy Courson
1942 - 2015
Judy Courson
1942 - 2015
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BORN
1942
DIED
2015
Judy Courson Obituary
PEORIA HEIGHTS - Judy Courson, 72, of Peoria Heights passed away Monday, July 27, 2015, at UnityPoint Health-Methodist in Peoria.
She was born Nov. 15, 1942, in LaSalle, Ill., to Nello "Bandy" and Catherine (Garzanelli) Farneti. She married Paul L. Courson on Jan. 21, 1984, in Peoria. He preceded her in death on April 13, 2000.
Her daughter, Mindy Schaefer, also preceded her in death.
Surviving are her children, Kari (Rick) Medearis of Forrest, Ill., Janeen (Jim) Carter of Myrtle Beach, S.C., JR (Lorraine) Ginz of East Peoria, Alisa (Doug) DeVore of Washington and Kelly Courson of Peoria Heights; 13 grandchildren, Shannon, Ashley, Anna, Paige, Alex, Amanda, Michael, Cameron, Anthony, Ally, Peyton, Kytela and Quinn; nine great-grandchildren, Willie, Vinnie, Isabelle, Henry, Penelope, JoElle, Charlee, Carson and Owen; and her two sisters, Rita DeAngelo of Peru, Ill., and Sue (Chuck) Nelson of Morris, Ill.
Judy was a waitress in the Peoria area for more than 50 years and worked for such restaurants as Jumer's, Jim's Steakhouse, Maple Shade and Doc's Mount Hawley Inn. She retired in 2005, while working for Eurest Services.
She was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Aerie 265 in Peoria and the Illinois Democratic Women.
She was a fan of all of the Chicago sports teams and loved NASCAR and most of all, number 24 Jeff Gordon.
Judy was devoted to her family and loved attending all special events.
Visitation will be from 4 until 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 3, 2015, at the Davison-Fulton Woodland Chapel. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, also at Woodland Chapel in Peoria. Burial will follow at Parkview Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the St. Jude Chicago to Peoria Run in support of Judy's granddaughters, Ashley and Ally, members of Team Alivia.
Condolences and memories may be shared through www.Davison-Fulton.com.
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August 4, 2015
Gram you will be so missed!! You were truly the heart of so many.. Ally,Ashley,Jason,Owen,Jr,Lorraine,Michael and Anthony, you have are deepest sympathy from our family. You have some very special guardian angels. The Michael family.
Linda Deal
August 3, 2015
You have my deepest sympathy. Judy was very dear to me.
Karen Knott
August 2, 2015
Kari I'm sorry, my hope is your mom is rejoicing now and in perfect health. She lives on now in memories, hold them in your heart they are dear. I pray for God's peace to surround you and your family.
August 1, 2015
Judy,I will miss our time together, your smiling face, you have been a wonderful sister-in-law, family member and you never met a stranger. I love you, rest in peace.
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Nancy Kennedy
July 31, 2015
To the Courson Family,
I am sorry to hear of Judy's passing. I met Judy at "The River House" in Henry, she was a blessing to our family. Please know that you are in my prayers.
July 31, 2015
What a tremendous loss. That's a great picture.Judy always had a smile on her face and she will be missed. Our prayers are with you. With love,Martha Carter Tomal.
Pat Jarnagan
July 31, 2015
To the Courson family: Sorry for your loss. Judy was a long-time friend of mine. She will be deeply missed. Cherish the memories.
July 30, 2015
So sorry to hear of Judy's passing. She was a great lady and a great friend. My heart goes out to each one of you. She will be missed. She was alway so good to my brother Paul. Love and Prayers.
Katie Schmitt Boyer
William & Denise Milligan
July 30, 2015
So very sorry for your loss!!! Our thoughts & prayers are with you all!
Patty Smith
July 29, 2015
My dear Judy, I will miss your smiling face, you were an amazing woman and enjoyed life and everyone in it. I know you're at peace now so that makes me feel better, we will all remember the memories of you in our lives. Love and will miss you!! Patty Smith
NE;SEEN PALMQUIST
July 29, 2015
YOU WERE A WONDERFUL FRIEND TO ME, THANK YOU FOR ALL THE KINDNESS, YOU WILL BE GREATLY MISSED,
Nannette Wilson
July 29, 2015
I was very saddened when I heard about this I had just seen her on Saturday night and wished her a great time at the Brickyard she was one of my newest friends and also one of my officers I will miss her dearly .. I will not be able to attend the services as I have a scheduled trip out of town but I will be thinking of the family
Bill & Debbie Hatton
July 29, 2015
Judy will be missed she always had a smile on her face and love in her heart for the eagles club
Melanie Price
July 29, 2015
It was a great pleasure to know this fabulous woman, her voice in the neighborhood will surely be missed and thought of often. RIP Judy, you're in good company up there. Prayers for all the family and friends.
stephanie murphy
July 29, 2015
Judy you always kept my dad and the other guys in line at the river house in henry. I had so much fun with you and your family. We will all miss you!
Terrie Teufel Gary Allen
July 28, 2015
I want to say to Judys family and friends Judy was one of greatest people that I have met at my short time I have known her at the Eagles Club,she surely will be missed. Hugs and prayers to all. Rest in peace dear Judy.
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