Gary Robert Parmelee

November 3, 1939 - July 11, 2025 (85 years old)

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Gary Robert Parmelee

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November 3, 1939 - July 11, 2025 (85 years old)

Peoria, Illinois

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Gary Robert Parmelee Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2025-07-24T15:00:00
End: 2025-07-24T17:00:00
Location: St. Jude Catholic Church

We bid farewell to Gary Robert Parmelee (Peoria, Illinois), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on July 11, 2025 at the age of 85. Gary Robert touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Gary Robert leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Kenneth Earl and Mabel "Susie" Parmelee (Chase). He is survived by: his siblings, Sharon Kelso (Dave) and Ken Parmelee (Wendy). He is also survived by his In-Laws, and nieces and nephews.

Donations in Gary's memory may be made to St. Jude Catholic Church, "Look It's My Book", or Apostolic Christian Timber Ridge in Morton.

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July 21, 2025

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“To the Parmelee Family... I was heartbroken to hear about your loss, I want to extend my deepest condolences to all of you during this difficult time. Your father was truly a remarkable man, and I feel incredibly fortunate to have had the chance to know him through our years of friendship. His legacy will undoubtedly live on through the lives he touched and the memories he created. You are in my thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy, David Terrini”

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July 24

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St. Jude Catholic Church
10811 Knoxville Ave, Peoria, IL 61615

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July 24

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St. Jude Catholic Church
10811 Knoxville Ave, Peoria, IL 61615

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