She was born on February 23, 1928 to Howard G. and Velma (Close) Bishop in Peoria, IL. She married Carl Bury April 17, 1948 in East Peoria, IL. He preceded her in death.
She is survived by three daughters, Joyce Messer of Centennial, CO, Janet McGinnis of Washington, IL, and Judy (J.B.) LaValle of East Peoria, IL; one son Carl (Sandy) Bury of Peoria, IL; ten grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers James and Howard Bishop, and one infant child.
Funeral service will be Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at 11 A.M. at Remmert Funeral Home in East Peoria, IL. Brother Brad Snoke will officiate. Interment will be at Joel Hall Cemetery in Athens, IL following the service.
Memorial contributions may be made to Peoria Southside Mission or the Salvation Army.