Mr. Henry James Marizetts

Mr. Henry James Marizetts, 73, of Peoria, IL, transitioned to his heavenly home with his family by his side at 5:22 pm, on Friday, April 21, 2023 at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home. Henry was born on June 22, 1949 in Leland, Mississippi to James and Mable (Lloyd) Marizetts. He married the love of his life, Bertha Morris in 1968 in Greenville, Mississippi. Henry worked at Komatsu America Corp., as a shop clerk retiring in 2009 after 30 years of service. His #1 hobby was working. Henry liked gardening around his home. He loved to ride his motorcycle and work on his cars. Henry leaves to cherish his most precious memory his loving wife of 55 years, Bertha Marizetts of Peoria, IL; three sons, Reggie (Tina) Marizetts, Henry (Connie) Marizetts Jr. and Michael Marizetts all of Peoria, IL; two daughters, Tanisha (Juan) Farmer of Canton, MI and Youlanda Williams of Peoria, IL; one brother, Jackie (Louise) Marizetts of Greenville, MS; four sisters, Idella Marizetts, Annie Marizetts, Susie Marizetts and Diane Marshall all of Peoria, IL; seventeen grandchildren,; forty five great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other family and friends who loved him. He is preceded in death by his parents; one son, Ronnie Marizetts, Sr.; one brother, Jack Marizetts and one sister, Mary Davis. Funeral services will be held at 11 am on Saturday, April 29, 2023 at United Fellowship Ministries Church with a visitation one-hour prior at 10 am. Pastor Greg Washington will officiate. Simons Mortuary has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at SimonsMortuary.com. Due to Covid-19, social distancing is encouraged to be consistent with recommendations from the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA), funeral home directors have been instructed and should follow CDC guidelines on gatherings, including those directly related to funerals, visitations, or graveside services. *In an effort to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, we ask that everyone in attendance: wear a face mask and refrain from hugging, kissing and shaking hands (as hard as it is to see someone you care about and not touch them). *It is our responsibility as Funeral Directors, to do everything we can to advise families in order to honor our beloved Families and to keep everyone as safe as possible. Thanks in advance for your cooperation!

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Mr. Henry James Marizetts

June 22, 1949 - April 21, 2023