Born July 17, 1945 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to Francis Joseph and Catherine (Hoover) Mahoney, he married Patricia “Pat” Ann (Krigner) on March 6, 1981 in Pekin. She survives.
Also surviving are three daughters, Theresa Le Baron of Maryland, Natalie (Jim) Wells of Mapleton and Debbie (Clem) Salzar of Pekin; two sons, Jerry Bruns of Pekin and Patrick (Bethany) Mahoney of Maryland; 11 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and one brother, Dennis (Judy) Mahoney of Pennsylvania.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Pat Vrabel and two sons, Francis J. Mahoney and Curtis Bruns.
Joe was a veteran of the United States Navy, serving during the Vietnam Era.
He had worked as a Boilermaker out of the Local #374 in Hammond, Indiana retiring in 2002.
A loving and caring husband, father and grandfather, Joe enjoyed spending time with his family and remodeling his home.
Joe was of the Catholic faith.
There will be no services at this time. Cremation has been accorded by Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin.
Memorial contributions may be given to American Cancer Society, One East Wacker, Suite 1500, Chicago, Illinois 60601 or Alzheimer’s Association, Central Illinois Chapter, 614 West Glen Avenue, Peoria, Illinois 61614.
To express condolences online, visit www.preston-hanley.com
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