Florence Mae Rufus Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Florence Mae Rufus of Peoria, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 5, 2025 at the age of 92. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Valentine Borger and Florence Borger (Krogh); her husband Edward Rufus; her brothers, Joseph Borger and Frank Borger; and her grandson Aaron Akers.
She is survived by: her children, Dr. Edward Rufus Jr. (Deborah), Joseph Rufus (Jeanette) and Carol Miller (Rick); her grandchildren, Dr. Ashley Fischer (Matthew), Dr. Daniel Rufus, Steven Rufus (Renata), Brian Miller and Marisa Miller; and her great grandchildren, Conner, Sophia, Ava Fischer and Erin Akers.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Florence's name to Illinois CancerCare, Lutheran Hillside Village or St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in Peoria Heights, IL.
