Mr. John Lewis Moss

Mr. John Lewis Moss, 77, of Peoria, IL, passed away on Monday, July 21, 2025, at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home surrounded by his wife and family. John, better known as Lewis, was born on January 11, 1948, in Peoria, IL to Jasper and Virginia (Grant) Moss. He married Jacqueline (Kirksey) Burns on June 15, 2019 in Ann Arbor, MI. Lewis attended Lincoln Elementary School where his favorite teacher was Ms. Lavine Birditt. He also attended Roosevelt Middle School. In 1966, he and his classmates were the first to graduate from the new Manual High School. After high school, Lewis honorably served a four-year tour of duty in the US Air Force. He was a Sergeant in the Communications Center while stationed in London, England during the Vietnam Conflict. Lewis pursued his education graduating from the University of Michigan with a bachelor’s degree in accounting. He worked as a Budget Accountant for Student Academic Affairs for over 25 years at University of Michigan, retiring in 2015. Lewis was private and was his own man. He was studious and hard working. He was not a flashy guy; but a stylish gentleman. He was mild mannered and well loved by his family and friends. He loved jazz and studied photography at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Boston. Lewis leaves to cherish his most precious memory his wife, Jacqueline Moss of Peoria, IL; his children, Michelle Moss of St. Louis, MO, Dennis (Julie) Moss and Ansted Moss both of Michigan; two step-daughters, JenNell Lewis and Devri Burns both of Peoria, IL; two brothers, Jimmy (Rosezette) Moss and Terry Moss both of Peoria, IL; three sisters, Ethel Moss, Rose Smith and Mamie Smith all of Peoria, IL; two grandchildren; one great-grandson; a host of step grand and great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Dennis Moss, Jerry Moss and David Moss. Funeral services will be held at 10 am on Saturday, August 2, 2025 at Sovereign Grace M. B. Church with a visitation at 9 am. Pastor Alvin Riley, Sr., will officiate. Lewis will be laid to rest at Lutheran Cemetery where full US Airforce Military Honors will be rendered. Simons Mortuary has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at SimonsMortuary.com.

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Mr. John Lewis Moss

January 11, 1948 - July 21, 2025