Richard "Rick" M. Stevenson

He was born April 12, 1959 in Peoria, IL to William and Frances (Hibser) Stevenson. He married Mary (Tabor) Welchel on January 4, 1991 in Atlanta, IL. She survives.

Also surviving are two children, David (Kerri Lewis) Welchel of Mackinaw and Deanna (Lincoln) Yocom of Orland, ME., his grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Rick was the youngest of six children and was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, and one sister. He was a loving grandfather and his grandchildren were the greatest joy of his life.

Rick, a 1977 graduate of Spalding High School in Peoria, was a 40-year member of Steamfitters Local 353, and also worked for Mitsubishi Motors. After retiring, he worked part-time at Potter's Alley in Morton where he enjoyed coaching youth bowlers and drilling bowling balls. He was a longtime member of the Peoria River City USBC Bowling Association and was inducted into the Peoria River City USBC Hall of Fame in 2009. Rick was a career bowler with numerous accolades and titles. He bowled in many leagues and tournaments in the Peoria area and throughout the state and country.

Rick will be remembered as a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and cousin. His kind heart, generosity, and outgoing nature made him a friend to all he met. He will be remembered for his signature sayings, endearing smirk, and willingness to help and offer advice.

Cremation has been accorded and a memorial service will be at 3:00 PM on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Potter's Alley in Morton followed by a celebration of life at 6:00 pm. Davison-Fulton Woodland Chapel is in charge of arrangements. The family requests those in attendance wear masks.

The family would like to thank the medical care providers and staff at Carle BroMenn.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Peoria River City Youth Scholarship Fund or Children's Home Association of Illinois.