Joel P. Ommen Obituary
The world bids farewell to Joel P. Ommen of Peoria, Illinois, departing on September 7, 2025 at the age of 70. Joel leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Joel may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
He was predeceased by: his sister Kathleen S. Knapp. He is survived by: his nieces, Monica Knapp and Sarah Siegrist; his great-niece Emily; and his cousins, Lynda Demmin and Larry Molek. He is also survived by 4 nephews, 7 great-nephews.
A memorial service was held on Saturday, September 27th 2025 at 3:00 PM at the Christ Lutheran Church (2020 West Malone Street, Peoria, IL 61605).
Per Joel's wishes, memorial contributions may be directed to Christ Lutheran Church at 2020 W Malone St., Peoria, IL 61605; Lutheran Bible Translators at 205 S Main St., Concordia, MO 64020; Southside Mission of Peoria at 1127 S Laramie St., Peoria, IL 61605; or the Neighborhood House at 1020 S Matthew St., Peoria, IL 61605.
