Jim was born September 24, 1943, in Bloomington, IL to William R. and Francis J. (Speers) Peden. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps. Jim was a member of Lexington Community Church. He married Judy Wick on May 1, 1992 in Lexington, IL. She passed December 18, 2014.
He is survived by his son, Jim (Theresa Mau) Peden of Lexington, IL; step son, Brent (Amy) Wick of Normal, IL; step-daughter, Jill (John) Mohr of Lexington, IL; six grandchildren, Ashley (Chase) Cutler, Chelsea (Tyler Price) Peden, Britney (Trent) Wilson, Rachel Mohr (Nate Mulder), Bridget (Shane) Hawkins and Leslie Mohr; four great grandchildren; two siblings, Don (Wilma) Peden and Sherri (Ed) Kaufman both of Lexington, IL; and two fury companions, Max and Molly.
Jim and Judy were high school sweethearts and reconnected after 30 years. They were married 22 years before she passed in 2014. They were the love of each others lives. Jim was a good “Pa” to the grandkids and rarely missed any activity they were involved in. Spending time with family and friends, especially his buddy Mel were a highlight. Jim was an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan and spent as much time as he could on the golf course. He especially enjoyed golfing with his son, Jimmy
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; and one brother, Richard R. Peden.
A Celebration of life will be held by the family on July 13, 2024 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.at Lexington Community Center 207 West Main Street, Lexington, IL 61753. Cremation rites were accorded and provided by East Lawn Funeral Home in Bloomington, IL. Condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.eastlawnmemorial.com.
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