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Benjamin Joos Obituary
EAST PEORIA - Benjamin Daniel Joos Jr., 64, of East Peoria died at 1:46 p.m. on Friday, May 22, 2020, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL.
Benjie was born on October 4, 1955, in Peoria, the son of Benjamin Daniel Sr. and Berniece (Kyburz) Joos. He was formerly married to Jerelyn (Selburg) Joos.
Benjie is survived by his two sons, Benjamin "Chad" (Melissa) Joos of East Peoria and Christopher Thomas (Michelle) Joos of Groveland; four siblings, Cheryl (Bill) Blunier of New Haven, IN, Barbara (Tom) Mauhar of Lincoln, Dennis (Kitty) Joos of Peoria and Bonnie (Stephen) Nave of Washington; six grandchildren, Jerelyn, Julia, Jacqueline, Benjamin, Maximus and Samuel; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Jane Hellrigel.
Benjie attended East Peoria Community High School and soon after became a second-generation bricklayer working in the trade for 40-plus years, retiring as owner of Ben Joos Construction. Benjie was a dedicated supporter of our veterans and volunteered countless hours in the kitchen at the Morton VFW. Benjie's passion for life centered around spending time with his family, fishing and boating. Later in life, he enjoyed helping out around the family farm, traveling and riding his Harley with "his girl," Anita Haddock. Benjie was known to many and greatly loved by his friends and family. He will be deeply missed.
Visitation (with social distancing observed) will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 26, at Gary Deiters Funeral Home & Cremation Services in East Peoria. Funeral services will be on Wednesday, May 27, at 11 a.m. at the funeral Home. Burial will be in Apostolic Christian Church Cemetery in Tremont. Memorials may be made to the Morton VFW or the Theresa Tracy Trot. If you are not able or not comfortable in joining us in person, please leave a condolence at www.Garydeitersfh.com.
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Vickie Moore Pence
June 2, 2020
I knew Benji many years ago! We had some times!! He was a great friend!) Always remembered him with love, rest in peace Benj!!
Becky Rasmussen
May 26, 2020
I have known you for years and had many laughs with you ben, I remember learning how to ride fast on a three wheeler at your house. So sorry Joos family Rip benji ❤
Lynn & Rich Fender
May 26, 2020
Dear Joos family, I am so saddened by your loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you through this time. I am very thankful for all the memories, fun times, laughs, and can't forget Chicken Dances.So blessed to have been able to call you my friend through these many years Benji Joos, you will be missed❤
Cindy Jacksn Tiller
May 26, 2020
MR MRS CHAD JOOS AND FAMILY SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS I THANK GOD AS I REMEMBER YOU 2 TIMOTHY 1:3 PRAYERS TO ALL. CINDY JACKSON AND FAMILY
Sandy Stallion
May 25, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Prayers flowing for your family. Benji was a great guy ! He will be greatly missed!
Ulf Lindqwister
May 25, 2020
Chad and Chris - our deepest condolences for your sad loss. You and your families are in our thoughts & prayers. All the best - Ulf & Nguyet
Merlin & Carrie KIESEWETTER
May 25, 2020
Chad, Chris, and family members, we are so saddeded to see this. Are "heartfelt" sympathy and thoughts and prayers go out to all of you folks. In our business, we always relied on your father's input as to what a piece of real estate might be worth! Will call you guys when we get back from Florida.
Joan Papis
May 25, 2020
Chad and Melissa, we send our condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. Sincerely, Joan and Ed Papis
Melody Barkdoll
May 25, 2020
So sorry to hear of Benjie' passing.I grew up with Benjie and I will miss him driving by my house on Pleasant Hill Rd I'm sure on his way to see his son. I would always yell "Love you Benjie" and blow him kisses.He would smile that big smile and blow kisses back.He is truly going to be missed! Love you Bengie ooo RIP.
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