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Jane Parnell Obituary
EAST PEORIA - Jane C. Parnell, 71, of East Peoria, Ill., passed away Sunday, Dec. 14, 2014, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
She was born Aug. 16, 1943, in Anna, Ill., to Leon and Ethel (Smith) Sharp. She married Dennis Parnell on Oct. 26, 1963, in Peoria, Ill.
Surviving are her two sons, Christopher (Jacqueline) Parnell of East Peoria, Ill., and Shannon Parnell of East Peoria, Ill.; grandson, Declan Parnell; her sister, Patricia (Melvin) Marold of East Peoria, Ill.; and several nieces, nephews and great-nephews.
Jane was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.
Jane was a homemaker who loved to spend time with her family and friends, especially her grandson. In her younger years, her hobbies included reading, a number of crafts and gardening.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. today, Dec. 17, 2014, at Remmert Funeral Home in East Peoria. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Entombment will be in American Mausoleum.
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or any disabled-veterans group.
Online tributes and condolences may be made at www.RemmertFuneralHome.com.
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Karen Kyle
December 30, 2014
Jane was a lovely lady and I enjoyed working with her. That is a beautiful picture of her with a great smile. I am so sorry for your loss.
Karen Kyle, M.D.
December 17, 2014
Shannon, so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Jeff Brooks and family
American Heart Association
December 15, 2014
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
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