Philip "Lee" L Terpening

He was born September 2, 1940 in Peoria, IL to Harry Philip and Henrietta (Matzen) Terpening.

Surviving are his children, Tara Diffie, Brock and Ty Terpening; granddaughter, Reaux; special friend, Sue Schwabe and former spouse, Julie (Terry) Parlier.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Marian LaFeber and Charlene Haist; and son-in-law, Joe Diffie.

Lee grew up in East Peoria and joined the United States Marine Corps following high school, serving from 1958-62.

He retired from Caterpillar, Inc after 42 years where he worked in management as an Engine Warranty Analyst.

He was a member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in East Peoria. He was a past member of the East Peoria Jaycees.

Lee loved sports and was active in many Peoria area softball, billiards, and bowling leagues. He also enjoyed golf.

He was an avid fan of the St. Louis Cardinals, Chicago Bears and Bradley Braves.

Memorial services will be held at 1:00 pm Saturday, June 10, 2023 at Remmert Funeral Home in East Peoria with visitation two hours prior beginning at 11:00 am. The family requests your favorite baseball attire for the event. Private inurnment will be held at Swan Lake Memory Gardens in Peoria.

Memorials are suggested to East Peoria St. Jude Runs.

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