William (Bill) Kolesar's obituary , Passed away on October 24, 2024 in East Peoria, Illinois

William (Bill) Kolesar

June 6, 1938 - October 24, 2024 (86 years old)

East Peoria, Illinois

William (Bill) Kolesar's obituary , Passed away on October 24, 2024 in East Peoria, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes

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William (Bill) Kolesar

June 6, 1938 - October 24, 2024 (86 years old)

East Peoria, Illinois

William Kolesar Obituary

We are sad to announce that on October 24, 2024 we had to say goodbye to William Kolesar of East Peoria, Illinois, born in Streator, Illinois. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of William Kolesar or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint William leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lotis Thomas and Marie Kolesar (Kleaver). He is survived by: his wife Gloria June Rogers; and his children, Pamela Cooley (Gary) of Washington, Jeanette Wennmacher (Ron) of Peoria, Jeffery Kolesar (Elizabeth) of Tacoma and Todd Kolesar (Collette) of Utah. He is also survived by fourteen grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one brother and five sisters.

A funeral Mass was held on Wednesday, October 30th 2024 at 9:30 AM at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church (504 Fulton St, Peoria, IL 61602). The inurnment was held on Wednesday, October 30th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Resurrection Mausoleum & Cemetery (7519 N Allen Rd, Peoria, IL 61614).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes



Wed

Oct 30

Funeral Mass

Sacred Heart Catholic Church
504 Fulton St, Peoria, IL 61602

Wed

Oct 30

Inurnment

Resurrection Mausoleum & Cemetery
7519 N Allen Rd, Peoria, IL 61614

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