Laurice Katherine Alwan

Laurice was born in Aitou, Lebanon on July 7, 1930. She was the daughter of Mason and Nabeha Alwan and was the second oldest of four children. She married the love of her life Rizk Alwan on August 21, 1949. They were happily married for 56 years. They were blessed with three children.

She was an active member of Saint Sharbel Church where she dedicated her life to serving the church and the community. For 25 years she devoted her time and endless energy to the Saint Sharbel Food Festival, ensuring the event was a success. Later in life she spent many hours at Alwan & Sons making what was affectionately named “Auntie’s tabouli” along with hummus and bruschetta.

She was a servant of the church, attending daily Mass and great believer of Saint Sharbel. Her determination, strong will and hard work helped her be a leader in the Lebanese Community.

Her home was always open to family, friends and strangers alike and was a place that many called home. She welcomed all with open arms and a loving heart. There was always an abundance of Lebanese food and a warm pot of coffee.

Her strong faith helped her cope with the challenges she faced in life. She was a prayer warrior and during the last years of her life she would spend her days saying the rosary and watching daily Mass.

She was proceeded in death by her parents Mason & Nabeha, husband Rizk, son Simon, daughter Denise, her brothers James and Joseph Alwan and other family members.

She is survived by her brother William Alwan of Peoria, Illinois, her daughter Kathy (Bob Couri) of Arvada, Colorado, her two grandchildren, Brian (Quinlan Couri) of Passau Germany, Kristina (Matt Dell) of La Salle, Colorado. Her two precious great grandchildren Levi and Elijah Couri of Passau Germany and nieces and nephews. She will be dearly missed.

A visitation will be held from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM on Tuesday April 15 with a Recitation of the Rosary at 7:00 PM at Saint Sharbel Maronite Catholic Church. Further visitation will be from 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM on Wednesday, April 16 with a Funeral Mass being celebrated at 11:00 AM. Father Bechara Awada will officiate. Private Inurnment will be at a later date. Davison-Fulton Woolsey-Wilton Funeral Home in Peoria is in charge of arrangements.

In memory of Laurice Alwan donations to Saint Sharbel Maronite Catholic Church would be a

meaningful way to honor her life.

Saint Sharbel Maronite Catholic Church

2914 W. Scenic Drive

Peoria, IL 61615

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