Obituary of Murrie Dean Peck

Age 87, of Crest Hill, IL and formerly Karnak, IL passed Wednesday, November 25, 2020 at the Joliet Area Community Hospice Home.

He was born February 13, 1933 to the late Beulah (nee Odom) and William Peck in Karnak where he was raised and educated. A U.S Army National Guard member and Reservist who served his country proudly.  He was also a member of the Salvation Army.

He is the loving father of Lisa (John) Gnadinger; loving grandfather of John and Matthew Gnadinger; dear brother of Virgil (Diana) Peck, Deon (Ruth) Peck, Marilyn Formenti, and fond uncle of several nieces and nephews. He was also the step-father of Earl (Karen) Petersen, Jim (Carol) Petersen, Anita Petersen and Juanita Petersen; step-grandchildren, James Petersen, Bill Petersen, Emily Corley, Jillian Braun, Jennifer Danielson, and Julie Julian. Ten great-grandchildren also survive.

Preceded in death by his first wife, Marilyn (nee Covington) Peck, second wife, Isabel Peck; siblings, Bobby (Mary) Peck and Verda Peck, as well as a grandchild, Davey Petersen.

Murrie was a body and paint specialist with Bill Jacobs Chevrolet in Joliet having served them for many years.  A Chevy enthusiast through and through, some say Murrie knew of no other brand. He also enjoyed constructing boxes for the popular “bags” game.   A man who was unwavering in his beliefs, he never met a stranger and befriended most, especially if they agreed with his philosophy!

All friends and relatives can meet at Elmhurst Cemetery in Joliet on Monday, December 7, 2020 11 a.m. where graveside services will be conducted by Rev. Randy Blan.

 In lieu of flowers memorials to Lewy Body Dementia Association, 912 Killian Hill Rd. SW, Lilburn, GA 30047 (www.LBDA.com)

For more information please call (815) 741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com where you can share a favorite memory or leave a condolence.