Nancy Cecilia Thornton
Nancy Cecilia Thornton
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She was born November 1, 1958 in Peoria, a daughter to Robert A. and Dorothy (Spriggs) Kelch. Nancy was a proud homemaker and loved cheering on her Green Bay Packers.
Survivors include three children: Patricia (Patrick) Berres of East Peoria, Matthew (Alexa) Thornton of Salem, IL and Christen Thornton (Matthew Jones) of Peoria Heights; two sisters: Ginny Molohon of Chillicothe and Tracy (Greg) Sheely of Morton; six grandchildren: Cameron, Gionna, Mateo, Sean (Fiancé Zoey), Grayson, and Jacoby; as well as her first great granddaughter on the way.
Nancy was preceded in death by her parents.
Cremation rites have been accorded. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date followed by interment in St. Mary's Cemetery in West Peoria.
Preferred memorials in Nancy's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Friends and family and encouraged to log onto www.wrightandsalmon.com to sign the online guestbook, submit photos and share Nancy's memorial page via social media.
Cremation arrangements have been made under the direction and care of Wright & Salmon Mortuary. (309-688-4441)
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