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Victoria McCord Obituary

PEORIA - Victoria Jane McCord, 88, of Peoria died at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 3, 2010, at her home.

She was born June 17, 1921, in Peoria, the daughter of Victor P. and Viola Michel. She married Robert A. McCord on Nov. 29, 1942, in Peoria, Ill. He preceded her in death on Feb. 11, 2007.

She also was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Valerie Jansen.

Surviving are one son, Michel (Kay) McCord; two daughters, Robin (Tom) Groom and Melissa (Jim) Metternich; eight grandchildren, Molly (Corey) Martin, Scott (Heather) McCord, Katie (Tom) Jenkins, Melanie (Michael) Behling, Mitzi McCord, Jason (Alana) Groom, Mindy (Adam) Voyles and Tory (Patrick) Jennetten; and 10 great-grandchildren, Connor Martin, Michel Martin, Tyler Martin, Emma Kay Martin, Meyer McCord, Hunter Groom, Anika Groom, Carly Voyles, Cole Voyles and Jackson Voyles.

Vicki graduated from Peoria High School in 1939 and attended Bradley University.

Because of her tireless energy and love for the Peoria community, Vicki was a devoted volunteer for the Junior League of Peoria, the Methodist Service League, and the Family House. Vicki also was a member of Chapter GS of PEO since 1948. She received the Junior League of Peoria Harriet Vance Parkhurst Sustainer of the Year Award in 2003. Vicki and Bob also received the Presidents Award from Bradley University in 1995. She also served on the board of directors of Illinois Mutual for 35 years from 1972 through 2007.

Vicki's life was always filled with love, family and friends.

Her life will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 6, 2010, at First Federated Church. Cremation rights have been accorded. Arrangements were made by Richard S. Wilton through Cumerford-Hurd Funeral Home, 428 W. McClure Ave.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Victor P. Michel Endowed Scholarship at Bradley University or the Family House.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Peoria Journal Star on Mar. 4, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Victoria McCord

24 Entries

Norma (Randall) Brecher

March 23, 2010

Dear Melissa and Tory,
I am sorry I missed the passing of your Mother and Grandmother. You are in my thoughts at this time. Vicki was a beautiful and gracious lady. She was always smiling and never had a bad word to say about anyone or anything. She will truly be missed by all. I know that Bob and Her are together forever now.

Cheryl Fleisher

March 8, 2010

Thinking of the McCord family. My prayers go out to each of you. Your mother was such a gracious lady and your parents were a beautiful couple. Now they are together "forever."

Elaine Craig

March 5, 2010

Mike & Kay and Family

I was so sorry to hear about your mother. She was a beautiful lady and never knew a stranger. I remember seeing her out shopping and she would always take time to say hi. I also remember seeing her and your dad walking hand in hand at the mall. Now they can walk hand in hand again for he was waiting for her to join him. I send my deapest condolences to you and your family.

Amelia Clark

March 5, 2010

Dearest McCord Family,
I have many wonderful childhood memories of growing up next door to Vicki and Bob. She was a wonderful neighbor and friend, and always shared her stories and wisdom (and her candy!) in exchange for my coloring-book pictures when I was a little girl. Now as a young woman 20 years later, I remember Vicki so fondly as a role model in the kindness and love she shared.
My warmest thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Rosemary Welch

March 5, 2010

Mike,Kay and Family
I am very saddened to hear about Vicki,now her and your Dad are together and I sure they are dancing away. She was such a beautiful lady. I have some fond memories of them both.Take care.

March 5, 2010

Mike, Robin, Melissa and families
I was saddened to hear the news about your Mom. I have fond childhood memories of both her and Bob. Know that my prayers and thoughts are with you. She and Bob are probably having a wonderful reunion with my folks!
Diana Gorsuch Messersmith

March 5, 2010

To Robin, Mike, and all the McCord family: My deepest sympathies on your mother's passing. I lost my Dad on Christmas Eve this year, I know how hard this is for you, and you are in my prayers.
Tom Runkle

Julie Balkema

March 5, 2010

To the entire McCord Family,
On behalf of the Junior League of Peoria, we would like to thank you for sharing Vicki with our organization. Her contributions will be felt by our community for years to come. She will be fondly remembered.
- Junior League of Peoria

Tom Gramiow

March 5, 2010

To The McCord family: I first met Vicki and Bob when I saw a "for rent" sign in the window of one of their rentals. That was 25 years ago!! I knew from the first time I talked with Vicki that this was going to be a fine place to run a business. During those 25 years we never had any disagreements. That says a lot about the kind of lady Vicki was...always looking out for others. I am so sorry for your (our) loss.

Sincerely,

Tom Gramkow

March 5, 2010

Lorna and I extend our condolences to Mike and Kay, and the entire McCord family. Many years ago, I made a phone call to the McCord home and received the answering machine message which was recorded by Vicki. She said that she was unavailable to answer the phone as she was sitting in the back yard watching squirrels romp and the birds sing. She was always a gracious lady. Don and Lorna Schrock

Kathy Taylor

March 4, 2010

To all the McCord Family; I knew Bob and Vicky in passing in the community over the years. But, it was not until I had the honor of having them as landlords that I really got to know them. They were always so encouraging and supportive in my little business and truly became friends. I am sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.

Wendy Adams

March 4, 2010

Dear Robin, Mike and Melissa and family: I truly loved your Mom and Robin, I feel like we have shared so much of her pain the last few months together. She will truly be missed by so many but knowing she is with her loving husband Bob is so comforting. She was quite a gal. Both Bill and I send our prayers to all of you.

Love Wendy & Bill Adams

Richard Cohen

March 4, 2010

Dear McCord Family,
Myrna and I wish to express our sincere sorrow on Vicki's passing. I thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to work with Vicki and Bob on Victoria Gardens and our ensuing friendship during the years following.

March 4, 2010

Dear Mike, Robin, and all your family, Mother and I are feeling very sad today to read about the loss of Vicki. As you know, Mother and she were the closest of friends throughout grade school, high school, and college. We always enjoyed exchanging Christmas presents with you every year when we were kids! We wish there were events we could have changed but that was out of our arena; but what never altered was our sincere affection for Vicki and you guys! Our sincere condolences to you, Muriel and Jenny Kellstedt

Laura Smith-Holmes

March 4, 2010

Mike & Kay,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Vicki was such a classy & loving person. She will be missed. My thoughts & prayers are with you.

Paulette Bockler

March 4, 2010

Dear McCord Family... I was so sad to hear of your Mother's passing. Such a lovely lady in so many ways! My memories go way back to your house on Richwoods Blvd. We had so many wonderful times there. I was delighted to catch up with your Mom at the hairdresser every once in awhile. She was always so pleasant. My thoughts are with all the McCords. Paulette (Griebel) Bockler

Fred Stuber

March 4, 2010

Mike,Kay and Family :
We are out of town and will not be returning to Peoria until early April,
however we want to express our sympathy.
As you know, we enjoyed knowing your
mother & father over many years from
First Presbyterian Church, The Salvation Army, Peoria High School
Alumni Association and Bradley University.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joyce & Fred Stuber

Sara & George Melton

March 4, 2010

Dear McCord Family-
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We loved having Vicki and Bob as High Point Place neighbors for 40-plus years. We are wintering in Arizona and send our condolances from there. Wish we could be with you for the services.

March 4, 2010

Dear Mike, Kay and family,
Being in Florida prevents me from seeing you at this time. Vicki was one
of my favorite people. Everytime I saw
her I would tell her that she was the
most beautiful woman in Peoria. I send
my deepest condolences.
Ameel Rashid

March 4, 2010

Mike,

Your Mother was a very dignified lady. She will be missed.

Sue Jeckel Byrd

Holly Griffin

March 4, 2010

Bob and family. Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of Vicki. She was such an inspiration to us all. One of the most kind and generous women I've ever had the pleasure to know. May God be with you during your time of grieving..In loving friendship. your family @ Wayne Printing

Rich Draeger

March 4, 2010

Mike and family:

I am very saddened to hear about Vicki's passing. I remember the first time I met her at a Victory Celebration with your dad.

What a class act!

Know that there are many people who are here to support you however you need it at this time.

March 4, 2010

TO ALL THE MCCORD FAMILY- WE EXTEND OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO ALL OF YOU. VICKI WAS THE MOST SINCERE, WARM AND LOVING PERSONALITY. AND WHAT A LADY! WE WILL ALWAYS HAVE GREAT MEMORIES OF HER. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU. SINCERELY, ED AND JOANIE PAPIS

Monica Vest Wheeler

March 4, 2010

My deepest sympathies to Vicki's family … I had the privilege of meeting her only a couple of times, but she was a delightful woman with a rare and engaging smile and personality. Her devotion to her family was priceless and an inspiration to others. Carry her laughter, wisdom and love with you always and know that she and Bob are dancing together again.

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