Stephen Kenneth Bremer

Stephen Kenneth Bremer

Stephen Bremer Obituary

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Mr. Stephen Kenneth Bremer, 83, of Peoria, IL passed away on September 05, 2025 at Carle Health Methodist Hospital in Peoria, IL. He was born on January 17, 1942 to Ernest and Jane (Dupell) Bremer in Peoria, IL.

He is survived by brother Daniel Bremer of Peoria, sister Linda Ream (Mike) of Sacramento, CA, sister-in-law Patricia Bremer of Canton, IL, niece Kari Bremer Franzoni (Chris) of Canton, IL, niece Lauri Bremer Williams (James) of Tennessee, nephews Dana Ream (Betsy) and Ian Ream (Monica) of California and niece Sarah Ream (Bryan Baldwin) of California.

Stephen is predeceased by parents Ernest and Jane Bremer, brother Donald Bremer, and brother David Bremer.

Steve had been an avid ham radio operator for many years. He enjoyed watching and talking about documentaries on PBS and National Geographic channel. He was an animal lover, especially his dogs Teddy and Elsa. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Illini Cremation - Peoria

2601 West Lake Avenue Suite A6#206, Peoria, IL 61615

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