Born September 9, 1967 in Peoria to Edmond and Joan Kay (Aultman) Schonert, she married James Lonnie Reader in 1995. He survives.
She was preceded in death by her parents and one son, James “Jimmy” Edmond Reader on August 25, 2012.
April had worked as a Nurse’s Aide at various doctor offices and schools in the area.
She enjoyed bowling, helping people with their sobriety and spending time with friends and family.
Her private burial will be Lakeview Cemetery in Pekin.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin.
Memorial contributions may be given to Tazewell Animal Protective Society, 100 Taps Lane, Pekin, Illinois 61554.
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