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Cecil Allen Obituary
PEORIA - Cecil Ray Allen, 61, of 1327 N. Bestor St., Peoria, passed away at 9:15 p.m. on Wednesday, March 24, 2010, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center's emergency room.
He was born on Sept. 15, 1948, in Peoria to James A. and Erma J. Mott Allen. He married Carolyn S. Clarkson on Dec. 1, 1973, in Peoria.
She survives along with six children, Michael Clarkson, Larry (Niki) Clarkson of Creve Coeur, Randy (Erin) Clarkson of Pekin, and James (Fifi) Allen, Rebecca Allen, and Jonathon Allen, all of Peoria; 10 grandchildren; and one sister, Sharon (Charles) Crank of Bartonville.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Renee Shutts; and one granddaughter, Makenna.
Cecil had been self-employed as a mechanic and doing carpentry and remodeling work in the Peoria area.
He liked to hunt and fish.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday, March 28, 2010, at 3 p.m. at Schmidt-Haller Burial and Cremation Services, 1625 Candletree Drive, Peoria. The Rev. Ronald Stewart will officiate. Cremation rites will then be accorded. Visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sunday prior to the service.
Memorials may be made to the OSF Oncology Dept., c/o Illinois Cancer Care, 8940 N. Wood Sage Road, Peoria, IL 61615.
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for Cecil Allen
March 29, 2010
We are so sorry to hear of Cecil's passing. We would see hin every Monday when he came for his treatment at Illinois Cancer Care. He had a great attitude and will be truly missed.
Gladys Carter and Cathy Totten
Volunteers at Illinois Cancer Care
Eric and Stacey Nau
March 28, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family.
Thomas Pinkham
March 27, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Lori & Alexa Eggers
March 27, 2010
Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel.
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missy brinker
March 27, 2010
so sorry sue, he was an awesome person,if u need anything , i am here. see you sunday.
Teresa (Avery) Walker
March 27, 2010
Sue and family,
Thinking of you in this time of your loss, I am very sorry to hear about this.
Gordon & Dawn Rohrer
March 27, 2010
Sharon & Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your loved one. You are all in our thoughts & prayers.
Bill,Rose Nau
March 27, 2010
Sue an Family
We are so sorry to hear of your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow.Cecil will be deeply missed.
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