Patricia M Kessler

Born March 10, 1942 in Peoria to George and Gerdina (Garrels) Falatka, she married Bill Kessler May 30, 1964. He survives.

Also surviving are three daughters, Angie (Brad) Bollinger of Dunlap, Nanette (Jeff) Brockamp of Marquette Heights and Stacy (Andy) Horman of North Pekin; five grandchildren; Lauren and Delaney Bollinger of Dunlap, Nick (Natalie) Brockamp of Pekin, Halle Brockamp of Marquette Heights and Dawson Horman of North Pekin; one sister Shirley Deeter of Peoria and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; four brothers and two sisters.

Pat enjoyed going on walks, gardening flowers, solving crossword puzzles and playing computer games. She spent much of her time antiquing and baking. She enjoyed spending time with her family. Every Sunday she would have breakfast with her sisters, nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life for Pat will be held at a later date. Cremation has been accorded by Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin.

Memorial contributions may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Midwest Affiliate, 530 Northeast Glen Oak Avenue, Peoria, Illinois 61637.

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