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Peter Parkhurst Obituary
DUNLAP - Peter L. Parkhurst, age 68, of Dunlap passed away on Friday, May 10, 2019, at the OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home.
Peter was born on August 26, 1950, in Peoria, IL, a son of John and Harriet (Vance) Parkhurst. He married Jean D. Macuk on September 19, 1986, in Peoria. She survives.
Also surviving are two children, Bridgette (Giang) Truong of Phoenix, AZ, and Taylor (Jessica) Parkhurst of Creve Coeur, IL; three grandchildren, Christopher, Ethan and Bradyn; three brothers, Van (Jeanne) Parkhurst of Tucson, AZ, John (Kris) Parkhurst of Bloomington, IL, and Bob (Jenny) Parkhurst of Germantown Hills, IL; and two sisters, Tina Pfanschmidt of Dunlap and Nancy (John) Hinnen of Peoria; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Peter graduated with a Master's degree in computer science from Bradley University. He worked as an engineer for 27 years at Caterpillar, retiring in 2014. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with his grandchildren. He was a former lead guitarist in several Peoria regional bands.
A memorial service will be at 6 p.m. Friday, May 17, 2019, at Wright & Salmon Mortuary. A visitation will be from 4 p.m. until time of service, also at the mortuary. Cremation rites have been accorded.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Midwest Affiliate.
Friends may sign the online guestbook or send condolences at www.wrightandsalmon.com.
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Juan
May 5, 2022
The rockstar. The gentleman. Miss you
There he is.Handsome,talented,gentle ,soft spoken friend. Great loss .Have this in my phone pictures and look at it often. Juan
Juan
May 5, 2021
There he is. Handsome,talented ,gentleman.Miss talking with him. Great memories. Juan
Misha
June 15, 2019
Pete was one of the kindest people I've ever met-and a great ( and humble) musician.
Janalee Croegaert
May 17, 2019
I am so sorry to learn of Pete's passing. Thinking of Tina and John and all the Parkhurst family and how you will miss him. You are in our prayers in this tender time.
Maureen Goett-Lentz
May 13, 2019
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this difficult time.
Lisa Rotermund
May 13, 2019
Jean-I am so sorry to hear of Pete's passing. My deepest sympathy to you and the family.
Peoria High School Class of 1968
May 12, 2019
The Peoria High School Class of 1968 have such happy memories of Pete and our years at PHS. Our special thoughts and prayers to Pete's family as we remember him and our friendship throughout the years.
Fondly,
PHS '68 Classmates
May 12, 2019
We all lost a good friend and a true gentle man.He was a pleasure to be around and always smiling and friendly.I always looked forward to being with him whenever I came home to Peoria. Sad day and time. Glad that I knew him and share his time.The whole family is respected and admired. God bless you all.
Susan Stephenson
May 12, 2019
My sincere sympathy to Pete's family. I was a classmate at PHS, and we enjoyed visiting with Pete at our 50th Class Reunion last September.
Gary Geddes
May 12, 2019
My deepest sympathies to all of Pete's family. I was fortunate to be able to have a conversation with him at our PHS class reunion last September and talk about our memorable years at Loucks Grade School and PHS.
Deanna Vinovich
May 11, 2019
Dear sweet Judy, our son Dan has been fb talking to your son. He gave Dan the sad news of Peter's passing. Bob and I send our condolences, prayers and love. I know you must have a hole in your heart and hope you feel all the kindness and love from your family and friends. Bob and Dee Vinovich
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