Hazel McKinney

Hazel N. McKinney, 91, of Peoria, Illinois, died Saturday, October 18, 2014 in the Rosewood Care Center in Peoria, Illinois. She was born on November 18, 1922 in East Peoria, Illinois. She was the daughter of Harrison and Josephine (Woodruff) Corrie . She married David McKinney on August 29, 1958 in Peoria, Illinois. He preceded her in death on May 15, 2012 in Peoria, Illinois. She is also preceded in death by nine brothers and sisters, and her Labrador “Honey”.

Hazel is survived by one cousin, Evelyn Spindler of East Peoria, Illinois and many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, great great nieces and nephews and great great great nieces and nephews.

Aunt Hazel loved all furry pets, especially her Labrador “Honey”. She kept special treats for all of the neighborhood dogs that came to visit her. Hazel was the most generous woman who gave so much of herself to others. She always had a smile for you and could make you laugh. She belonged to so many groups, one of her favorite was the Emblem Club #121 at the Elks Lodge, where she and Davey would help cook for Shrine and Elks events. She was also a former Eagles Lodge, AMVETS, and Izaak Walton League member. She worked 43 years at Hiram Walker Distillery, retiring in 1982.

Hazel’s favorite name for everyone was “kiddo” and she wanted you to get out there and enjoy life. She enjoyed cheering on the Chicago Cubs and celebrating on St. Patrick’s Day. “Cheers” is what she would say. The family wishes to express their thanks and appreciation to the Rosewood Care Center nurses and CNA’s for their wonderful and loving care for Hazel.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM Wednesday, October 22, 2014 at the Davison Fulton Woodland Chapel. The Rev. Bob DeBolt will officiate. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the funeral home on Wednesday. Burial will be in the Springdale Cemetery in Peoria, Illinois. Memorials may be made to the Rosewood Care Center 1500 W. Northmoor ,Peoria, Elks Emblem Club #121, PAWS, or any animal shelter of the donor’s choice. You may create an online condolence at www.davison-fulton.com