Karen Sue Lighter's obituary , Passed away on July 25, 2025 in Pekin, Illinois

Karen Sue Lighter

February 25, 1944 - July 25, 2025 (81 years old)

Pekin, Illinois

Karen Sue Lighter's obituary , Passed away on July 25, 2025 in Pekin, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes

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Karen Sue Lighter

February 25, 1944 - July 25, 2025 (81 years old)

Pekin, Illinois

Karen Sue Lighter Obituary

The memory of Karen Sue Lighter of Pekin, Illinois, who passed away on July 25, 2025 at the age of 81, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Karen Sue Lighter to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, James William and Ruth Faye Settles (VanMiddlesworth). She is survived by: her husband Kenneth Eugene Lighter; her children, Karessa Breweur, II (Larry) of Pekin and Bret K. Lighter of Pekin; her grandchildren, Brandon Lighter of Pekin, Lilyana Breweur of Pekin and Karlyna Breweur of Pekin; her sister Dixie List of Canton; her niece Kenise List of Bradley; and her pet Wayne Shafer.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 30th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory (500 N 4th St, Pekin, IL 61554). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, July 31st 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

Memorial contributions may be made to Boys and Girls Club of Pekin, 1101 Veerman Street, Pekin, IL 61554.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes



Wed

July 30

Visitation

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory
500 N 4th St, Pekin, IL 61554

Thu

July 31

Funeral service

11:00 AM

Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory
500 N 4th St, Pekin, IL 61554

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