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Louise Picl Obituary
PEORIA — Louise A. Picl, 86, of Peoria passed away on Tuesday evening, November 21, 2017 at the Richard L. Owens Hospice Home.
She was born on October 4, 1931 in Goshen, IN the daughter of Eli and Mary A. (Barth) Wuthrich. She married Raymond L. Picl on January 8, 1956 in Morton.
Surviving is her husband, Raymond of Peoria; her children, Sue (Jerry) DuBois of Morton, Sande (Russ) Peters of Peosta, IA and Rick (Melanie) Picl of Peoria Heights; grandchildren, Tony (Elizabeth) DuBois, Jami (Matt McClain) DuBois, Mallory Picl, Jessica Peters, Hannah Hernandez, Gabriella Hernandez, and Isabella Hernandez; a sister, Shirley (Milt) Grimm of Morton and a brother, Richard (Patti) Wuthrich of Lillian, AL. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Edward Wuthrich and her son, Raymond Picl, Jr.
Louise worked for Morton Pottery, Travelers Insurance and Peoria Heights Lumber Company.
Louise was a member of the Kelly Avenue Home & School Association and the Peoria Heights Patriots Booster Club as a Board Member when her children were attending school.
Louise was a member of the Peoria Heights Congregational Church, where she served as Deaconess, Treasurer of Women's Fellowship, Board of Directors for Sunburst Preschool, and Church Financial Secretary.
Louise was an avid fan of Bradley Basketball and a member of the Bradley Braves Club. She was also an avid Cub Fan, 30 year member of the Chicago Cub Boosters of Central Illinois, where she served as membership chairman. She made annual trips to Mesa, AZ for Cubs Spring Training.
Louise was the Queen of the 1954 first Morton Fall Festival, now known as Morton Pumpkin Festival.
She had a passion for bowling with several 600 Series and she loved her annual trips to Longville, MN with her family cruising Long Lake on the Pontoon Boat.
A funeral service will be held at the Peoria Heights Congregational Church on Saturday, November 25, 2017 at 11:00 am. Visitation will be held on Friday evening from 4-7:00 pm at the Church and one hour prior to the service time. Burial will be held at Swan Lake Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Peoria Heights Congregation Church. Louise's online memorial website may be viewed at www.cumerford.com
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Mary Jo Hurst
November 30, 2017
I will always remember Lou for being so caring. I remember when I was growing up that we always got cards from her. She sent cards for everyone's birthdays, anniversaries, and special occasions. And every Christmas I looked forward to her cards with pictures of Lou and Ray and all the family together. When I got older and had my own family she continued sending me cards. I enjoyed reading her Christmas letters explaining what was going on with her family. She was kind and caring just like her mom, my Aunt Mary who I was named after. My heart and prayers go out to Ray, Sue, Sande and Rick and all their families.....and her dear sister Shirley and brother Rich. I know it's hard to say goodbye to those we love so much. I also know that if we know the Lord one day we will all be together again in heaven. Love and prayers to all of you! Mary Jo (McCartney) Hurst
Sue Seiz
November 29, 2017
My sincere condolences to Ray and the entire Picl family. I will always have fond memories of Lou as the matriarch on the Mesa trips each spring with the Cubs Boosters. She will be missed by all.
Shari Favorite
November 27, 2017
Sande & family, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your wonderful Mother. Sending prayers your way.
Shari Favorite
Gay Lynne Brinkley
November 27, 2017
Rick, I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Diane Lockhart
November 26, 2017
Im so sorry for Ray and the family for your loss. I only met Louise a couple of times, and she was a very sweet lady. I was Rays guardian on the Honor Flight.
Jimmy Miller
November 25, 2017
Sincere condolences to Ray and family, in this time of loss ... God bless you
Rolland Rapp
November 25, 2017
Ray, sorry to hear of Lou's death. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Rolland and Rosie Rapp
Patricia Weaver
November 25, 2017
Sue, Jerry, & family, .... We are praying for you & the Picl family, during this sad & difficult time. Hugs to all.
Love you,
Ron & Pattie
Mary Reising
November 24, 2017
Sue - I am so sorry about your Mom. This is one of the hardest things I ever had to go through.
Matthew McCartney
November 24, 2017
I loved Lou so very much and the entire Picl family.I always bragged on her to my friends that she married the mayor of Peoria Heights. She sent me a Christmas card for the last 40 yrs and I was always anxious to see what she was doing all year. She is with the rest of our family in heaven now and I wish I could be with them all. Someday soon we will all gather at the river and we will be with each other forever. Peace be with you all.
Dewey Kalmer
November 24, 2017
Ray and Family,
Please accept condolences from Carol and I on the passing of Lou. She was a warm, kind and always friendly to Carol and I. We enjoyed her company immensely. She was a great fan of both the Bradley Braves and a key part of the Peoria Cub Family. I shall always remember our bus trips to Bradley away games, and seeing her in the stands at Bradley Baseball games. she will be missed by many in the Peoria area, especially those of us in the world of Basketball and Baseball
Dick Mottor
November 24, 2017
Ray: I am certainly sorry to learn of Lou's death. I extend my sincere sympathy to you and your family during this time. Many good memories with Bradley Basketball for sure.
Bob&Sheila Davis
November 23, 2017
What a lady, she will be missed. The matriarch of a beautiful family. Our sincere sympathies and prayers to the Picl family.
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