James Vance Obituary

The world bids farewell to James Vance of East Peoria, Illinois, departing on April 1, 2025 at the age of 83. James leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Vance to show support.

Though James has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Vance and Helen Wallace Vance; his grandson Joshua Ayers; and his sisters, Barbara Schwind and Ethel Mae Wise.

He is survived by: his children, Teri Cline of Sandwich, IL, Jill Bouchez (Leo) of Delavan, IL, Jim Vance (Tina) of East Peoria, IL and Krista Ayers (Jeff) of Lebanon, TN.. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.