BORN

1929

DIED

2015

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Davison-Fulton-Woolsey-Wilton Funeral Home

2408 West Willow Knolls Drive

Peoria, Illinois

Jeanette Couri Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 16, 2015.

Jeanette Couri, age 85, of East Peoria, passed away Sunday March 15, 2015 at 9:39 a.m. at Unity Point Methodist in Peoria.

She was born Oct. 15, 1929 in Peoria to Thomas and Marianna (Mrad) Kouri. She married Thomas Couri May 4, 1948 in Peoria. He passed away April 10, 2010 in Peoria. She was also preceded in death by one brother, Bernard Kouri, and three sisters: Gladys Tony, Margaret LaHood, and Elizabeth Couri.

Survivors include two sons: Mike (Vickie) Couri of Washington, Bob (Kathy) Couri of Arvada, CO, eight daughters: Karen (Fred) Clark of Bartonville, Janice (Ray) Martin, and Tricia (Jeff) Lambrich both of East Peoria, Debra (Bill) Spears, Jeannine (George) Jacob, and Beth (Ed) Olehy, all of Peoria, Sue Couri of Springfield, IL, and Cindy (Lester) Behrends of Tiskilwa. She is also survived by 23 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, one sister, Bernadine Anthony and three brothers: Louis (Delores) Kouri, Ed (Shirley) Kouri, and Gene (Cathy) Kouri.

Jeanette was a homemaker and longtime hostess at the Lariat Club in Peoria. She was a member of St. Monica's Catholic Church in East Peoria. She was also a member of the St. Monica's Ladies Guild, and the Itoo Society.

Jeanette was a mother not only to her family and to her extended family, but to everyone who knew her. She was a kind and loving soul. If you were fortunate enough to sit at her table, you never left hungry.

Visitation will be Friday March 20, 2015 from 4 to 7 p.m., with a Rosary at 3:30 p.m., at the Davison-Fulton Woolsey-Wilton Funeral Home in Peoria. A funeral mass will be Saturday March 21, 2015 at 10 a.m. at St. Monica's Catholic Church in East Peoria. There will be an additional visitation one hour prior to the services on Saturday at the church.

Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery in Peoria.

Memorials may be made to the Susan G. Komen Foundation or the Itoo Society.

Please view Jeanette's obituary online at www.Woolsey-Wilton.com

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March 10, 2019

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Patrise Sample

I still miss you so much and all the talks we would have. You really inspired me so much and I thank you. I took your advice, I have 5 books out now!

April 11, 2015

Ella Mosley

My dear friend it's so hard to believe you are gone. Not a day goes by that I don't miss you Nette. My condolences to your family and friends. May God Bless and bring peace. With Love, Ella

March 30, 2015

Patrise Sample

I really miss you Jeanette. It was just a few months short of a year but it seemed I knew you for years. You will always be special in my heart. I will never forget the stories you shared with me. I will still watch the Turner Classic Movies and American Greed :) like we use to. Blessings and positive energy from myself to your family and friends. You are truly missed, May God Bless

March 28, 2015

Tricia Mason (Smith)

I was so sorry to find out of your mother's passing, Tricia. I remember how your entire family always made me feel welcome, and your mother was always happy to see everyone. She was a wonderful person, and she raised a wonderful family! Cherish your memeories!

March 22, 2015

Mary Ann Muller

Tricia & Cinday,

Please know you and your family are all in my thoughts and prayers. Your Mother was a lovely lady and I know she was very proud of all of her family.
Love,
Mary Ann Muller

March 22, 2015

Sue (Miller) Kingery

I have been out of town and just learned of Jeanette's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of your entire family while growing up. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

March 22, 2015

Jackie Kinsman

Tricia, I'm sorry for the loss of your mom. I only met her a couple of times but she always seemed to be such a sweet gentle woman. I will keep you in my prayers

March 20, 2015

Bob & Kathy, So sorry for your loss. She was always so kind and made you feel so welcome in her home. Dave & Kathy Cole

March 20, 2015

Ron Holzinger

Our sincere sympathy of your mother's passing. We will always remember her beautiful smile. And hold her close to our hearts. May God Bless, Ron, Pat and Holzinger Family.

March 20, 2015

Jody Bates

Cindy (and family) We are so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I don't think I ever had the privilege of meeting her, but she must have been an awesome mother because she raised such awesome children. May God hold you in his arms at this time, as He is celebrating her homecoming. Joe & Jody Bates & family.

March 19, 2015

Meri Tucker

We are very sad to hear of Jeanette's passing. What a sweet and hospitable person she was! She always made you feel special when she saw you. She will be missed. Chuck and Meri Tucker

March 18, 2015

Chris Adelman

Sorry to hear of your loss. Chris Adelman

March 18, 2015

Becky Rammes

Janice, Steve and I are so sorry for your loss. I was only at your parents' house once, but I remember your mother made me feel very welcome. I remember that once you told me that when you were little, your mom would make popcorn without the lid on the pan and all you kids would scramble to catch the popcorn as it popped! I thought that was so funny. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family.

March 18, 2015

Jane Pretty

Ed, Shirley, and family,
John and I send our sincere sympathy. We are thinking of you during this sad time.
Love,
John and Jane Pretty

March 18, 2015

Linda (Eads) and Jim Harris

Dear Cindy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family. I always knew your mom was very special because your face would light up with such a big smile when you spoke of her or something fun that had happened at your home. May you all be comforted by those wonderful memories!

March 17, 2015

Mary/John George

so sorry for your loss we shall miss her dearly. Our prayers for the family

March 17, 2015

Peggy Beal

Tricia, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!

March 17, 2015

All our love and prayers to your family. May God grant you courage and strength in your time of sadness.
Mike and Sue(Ferris)Salomon

March 17, 2015

Tom & Yvonne Dobyns

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

March 17, 2015

Debra Alwan-Humkey

My deepest sympathy to the Couri family. Jeanette was always so thoughtful & had a smile on her face! You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

March 17, 2015

Don and Barb Girton

Barb and I want to express our heartfelt sympathy to the Couri family, especially my brother in law and sister Mike and Vickie. Over the years, Mike could not have been a better brother. Always so thoughtful, kind and considerate, just like his Mom. Gods' peace to all.

March 17, 2015

Theresa Tomich

Thank you, Jeanette, for being such a good neighbor and walking buddy with my mom, Anne Tomich, who died 12/7/14. I know you two are up there organizing a hike together! Condolences from all the Tomich's. My heart goes out to the family as I know the pain of losing mom.

March 17, 2015

Mary Harrington

In loving memory of a favorite Aunt. We will always remember her as such a cheerful giver. Opened her home to nieces & nephews to spend the night, when she already had a houseful. So many great, fun memories at Aunt Jeanette's house! A wonderful sister to our Mom, Margaret, too.

March 17, 2015

I WANT TO EXTEND MY HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES TO THE COURI AND KOURI FAMILIES AS THEY WERE LIKE FAMILY TO ME FOR SO MANY YEARS. JEANNETTE WAS SUCH A WONDERFUL PERSON AND WILL BE MISSED FOR SURE BY HER FAMILY AND FRIENDS. REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND AND MAY THE LORD BE WITH YOU ALL. LOVE FROM LONG TIME FRIEND, SHIRLEY RAKER BARBER AND HUSBAND BUD.

March 17, 2015

Julie Herzog (Quinn)

I have so many great memories of Jeanette and of Tom. I smiled when I read "a mother to all" that was so true. Jeanette was such a loving, caring person. She will truly be missed! My thoughts & prayers go out to the entire family.

March 17, 2015

We will all miss Aunt Jeanette. She was a wonderful woman and second mother to us all. I am comforted by the thought of her reunion with Uncle Tom and all of our loved ones in heaven. I will think of her often and already miss her wonderful smile, laugh, and hugs.
Love always,
Randy, Mary, Maggie, and John

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