Jerry L. Kirman, 73, of Peoria, passed away at 12:13 p.m. on Tuesday, May 10, 2011, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 14, 2011, at First English Lutheran Church in Peoria, with the Rev. Dr. James Lillie officiating. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, May 13, 2011, at Clary Funeral Home, 428 West McClure Avenue, in Peoria. Additional visitation will be on Saturday one hour prior to services at church. Cremation rites will be accorded, following services.
Jerry was born in Kewanee on April 11, 1938, a son of Everett and Helen (Ouart) Kirman. He married Bonnie Lou (Keime) on November 18, 1957 in New Buffalo, MI. She preceded him in death on January 25, 2007. He was also preceded in death by his parents; son, Brian Keith Kirman; one brother; and one sister.
He is survived by his daughter, Kay (Peter Lewandowski) Kirman of San Francisco, CA; son, Kevin (Lori Ayers) Kirman of Peoria; brother, Richard Kirman of Chillicothe; and nephews, Chad Kirman of Chillicothe and Rob Kirman of Oklahoma.
Jerry grew up on a farm in rural Kewanee. After marrying and starting a family, they moved to Peoria in 1963.
He was a route salesman for Pepsi for many years throughout the greater Peoria area and was awarded Employee of the Year in 1998. With his playful sense of humor, he was always good for either a practical joke or a hearty laugh. He maintained that joie de vivre until the end.
Jerry was formerly a U.S. Army Reservist and a member of First English Lutheran Church, AMVETS Post 64 and the Corrington Neighborhood Watch.
Memorial contributions may be made in Jerry’s memory to the Peoria Animal Welfare Shelter (PAWS).
Have good though's of helping Jerry & Jake on the truck's & at Rogy's after work. Bill Shrode !!!
| Barbara White Crow |
Sympathy |
May 13, 2011 |
My sincere sympathy to you Kay and your family. I went to grade school with you at Glen Oak, and I remember what a close family you had. May he rest in peace.
