Elma Gerdes Obituary
In loving memory of Elma Gerdes of Peoria, Illinois, who departed this world on March 15, 2025 at the age of 97. Elma leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Elma Gerdes to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Virgil Andrews and Flossie Mays Andrews; her brothers, Rayfield, Bill, Fred and John Andrews; and her husband G. Paul Gerdes.
She is survived by: her children, Janie Gerdes (Randy Brunner) and David Gerdes (Mary); her grandchildren, Elizabeth Brunner, Patrick Brunner, Jessica Barringer, Ronnie Addison and Bethany Gerdes; and her sister-in-law Shirley Andrews.
Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.
