Paul S Everett

Born November 13, 1924 in Pekin to Stanley and Nida (Triloff) Everett, he married Margie Probyn on October 23, 1943 in Gulfport, Mississippi.

Surviving are his wife; one son, Bradley (Marilyn) Everett of Pekin; two grandchildren, Lori (Michael) Rittenhouse and Karri (Greg) Hasty; and five great-grandchildren, Jenna, Max and Ava Rittenhouse and Remi and Beckham Hasty.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers; andone sister.

He worked for the American Distilling Company and Midwest Grain Products in Pekin for 43 years, retiring as maintenance foreman in 1989.

Paul served in the United StatesNavyin the Pacific theater during World War II.

He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Pekin.

Paul was also a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks #1271, Roy L. King Veterans of Foregin Wars Post #1232, William Schaefer American Legion Post #44, and Pekin Moose Family Center #916, all in Pekin.

He enjoyed fishing, playing golf, and was an avid Chicago Cubs fan.

Cremation will be accorded and a private family memorial service will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 1315 Court Street, Pekin, IL 61554 or to the American Cancer Society, 4234 North Knoxville Avenue, Peoria, IL 61614.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Preston-Hanley Funeral Home, Pekin Chapel.