Kenneth S Marion

Born November 14, 1967 in Cherry Point, North Carolina to William Kenneth and Melony (Stout) Marion, he married June Emerzian on April 1, 2011 in Tazewell County. She survives.

Also surviving are his mother, Melony (Tom)Maher of Florida; two daughters, Samantha Marion of Peoria and Courtney Marion of Pekin; one brother, Keven (Kristine) Marion of Washington, several nieces and nephews, and a beloved dog, Jessie and cat, Boo.

He was preceded in death by his father; grandmother, Vivian Stout, and great-grandmother, Anne Fisher.

Ken was a United States Air Force Veteran.

Ken was an all-around jokester and always collected oddities. In his free time he would listen to heave metal music, watch cheesy horror films, cook, and travel. He loved his family and animals with all of his heart.

A gathering celebrating his life will be held at a later date. There will be no visitation.

Arrangements are by Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin.

Memorial contributions may be made to Tazewell Animal Protective Society, 100 Taps Lane, Pekin, Illinois 61554.

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