John P. Gunnar

East Peoria – John P. Gunnar, 67, of East Peoria, IL passed away Thursday, April 23, 2015 at O.S.F. St. Francis Medical Center. John was born October 7, 1947 in Peoria, IL to Richard and Irene (St. Amand) Gunnar. He married Linda Denlick on May 20, 1967 in Peoria, IL. Surviving is his wife Linda Gunnar of East Peoria, IL, daughter Michelle Gunnar of Pekin, IL, son Matthew (Rebecca) Gunnar of O’Fallon, MO, eight grandchildren, four great grandchildren, his brother Ed (Ginny) Gunnar of Peoria, IL, and three sisters: Patty (Doug) Swartz of Pontiac, IL, Mary Gunnar of Peoria, IL, and Louise Gunnar of Peoria, IL. John was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Richard Gunnar. John was a veteran of the United States Army. He worked at Pabst Brewing Company in the scheduling department for thirteen years and later for the Peoria Public Library. John loved to spend time with his family and his friends. He never missed one of his grandchildren’s sporting events. His hobbies included football, helping others, and taking great care of his yard. Visitation will be from 3 – 5 pm Sunday, April 26, 2015 at Davison-Fulton Woodland Chapel. Cremation rites will be accorded. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Midwest Affiliate or T.A.P.S. Online tributes may be made at www.Davsion-Fulton.com