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Gerald L. Klokkenga

February 5, 1943 — February 18, 2023

East Peoria

Gerald L. Klokkenga, age 80, of East Peoria, passed away on Saturday, February 18, 2023 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

Jerry was born on February 5, 1943 in Lincoln, IL to Earnest A. and Agnes (Luken) Klokkenga.  He married Carol Fortner on June 9, 1963 in Kansas.

Surviving are his wife of 59 years, Carol; his children, Darla K. (Mike) Crane of Peru, IL, Carla D. (Brian Eichhorn) Blount of Danvers, IL and Chandra J. Klokkenga of Peoria, IL; six grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren and three brothers, Stephen Klokkenga, Merlyn (Cathy) Klokkenga and Gregory Klokkenga.  He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Victor Klokkenga.

Jerry served his country in the U.S. Army before become an engineer for Caterpillar, retiring after 39 years.  He was a member of Living Waters Lutheran Church and enjoyed gardening, crafts and looking at farms.

Cremation rites will be accorded and a memorial service will be held on Friday, February 24, 2023 at 6pm at Living Waters Lutheran Church in Peoria with visitation held from 4pm to 6pm at the church.  Rev. Mark Schoenhals will be officiating.  Memorials in Jerry’s name may be made to Living Waters Lutheran Church. 

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Friday, February 24, 2023

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7229 N. Knoxville Avenue, Peoria, IL 61614

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