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Frederick "Fred" J. Teffner

24 September, 1938 – 31 January, 2026
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Remmert Funeral Home

Frederick “Fred” J. Teffner, 87, of East Peoria, passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at The Loft in East Peoria.

He was born on September 24, 1938 in Flint, MI to Jacob and Julia (Dudas) Teffner. He married Donna Jean Hart on June 2, 1967 and she preceded him in death on June 2, 2025. He was also preceded in death by his parents and brother, Robert Dudas and sister, Mary Klein.

Fred is survived by his two daughters, Danielle Gleason of Gilbert, AZ, and Jill (Keith) Underwood of Franklin, KY; adopted daughter, Lisa Slocum; two grandchildren, Taylor and Jake Underwood; two sisters, Irene Marsh and Beverley Mauschbaugh; and sister-in-law, Patsy Dudas.

Fred proudly served in the United States Air Force and later retired from Caterpillar after 30 years on the assembly line. He was a devoted Green Bay Packers fan, enjoyed NASCAR, and cherished time spent with his family.

Per his wishes, cremation rites have been accorded.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Susan G. Komen Foundation.

Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.RemmertFuneralHome.com

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