Born March 20, 1957 in Pekin to Howard Stachura and Sidney (Parrott) Stachura-Martin, he married Michele “Micki” Tharp on April 26, 1975 in Pekin. She survives.
Also surviving are two daughters, Sonja M. Cruz and Amber (Jim) McCarthy; one son, Derek J. Stachura; four grandchildren, Taylor and Brayden Cruz and Lilyen and Vylet McCarthy; and three sisters Judy Sheppard, Jean Stachura and Janice “Jan” (Walter) Fitzgerald.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, James “Jim” Stachura.
Joe worked as a truck driver for Mathis-Kelley Construction in Morton for 28 years.
He enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren compete in sports. He spent his time camping and riding his motorcycle. He also coached at youth wrestling clubs in Morton and Pekin for over 30 Years.
Joe was a U.S. Army veteran serving from 1975-1979.
He was the biggest supporter of his entire family and sustained many lifelong friendships.
Cremation has been accorded by Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin. There will be no services.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Tazewell Animal Protective Society, 100 TAPS Lane, Pekin, IL 61554
To express condolences online, visit www.preston-hanley.com
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