Gary "Jake" A.R. Reeder, 35, of East Peoria IL, passed away on March 15, 2025, at home with his wife by his side.
He is survived by his wife, Danielle Reeder (Toth), Mother Stacie Taylor Sister Christa Ferguson& Husband (Brandon) Brother Dre Douglas, Sister-In-Law Cheyenne Patterson; Half-Sister & Brother Natalie & Nathan Reeder; Nieces Keelii, Mariah, Rowen, Da'shai, Kyai, Layla, Sadie, Jaycee, Aleigha, Kinsley, and Brinley; Nephews Lil Dre, Zayden, Brendon, Da'Sean, Daxton, Finley
He was preceded in death by his father, Willard Taylor; sister, Brittany Douglas; aunt, Rachel Andrews; great-grandparents, Phyllis and Louis Smith; grandpa, Danny Evens; grandmother, Zeda Elliott; and grandma, Patti Brooks.
Gary, known to his friends as Jake, was a master of his craft, as a concrete finisher. His passion for his work was evident in every smooth surface he left behind a testament to his meticulous nature and strong work ethic.
He dedicated many years to the city of

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