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Kenneth W. Chamberlain

Posted: 08/20/2024

Kenneth W. Chamberlain, 76, of East Peoria, peacefully passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024, at The Lodge at Manito. He was born in Peoria on February 9, 1948, to Robert and Margaret (Schroeder) Chamberlain. He married Pamela Garzee on September 28, 2001; she survives.
Also surviving are his stepdaughter, Molly Smith of East Peoria; grandson, Phoenix Smith; and his two sisters, Marian (Bill) Phelps of Metamora and Patricia (Jim) Goulden of Peoria.
He was preceded in death by his parents and 2 brothers, Robert "Bob" A. Chamberlain and James Chamberlain.
Kenneth proudly served in the Army during the Vietnam War, from 1967-1969. Later, he worked for Wurth Service and Supply as an inventory manager at Komatsu.
He loved spending time with his grandson, enjoyed tennis, and was an avid St. Louis Cardinals Fan. He participated in the Peoria Catholic Dart league for over 60 years and was a member of the East Peoria VFW Post 2078.
Cremation rites have been accorded. Gary Deiters Funeral Home

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