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    Mrs. Esther Rena Merriweather
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    Mrs. Esther Rena Merriweather

    April 15, 1932 - February 12, 2018

    Mrs. Esther Rena Merriweather, 85, of Peoria, IL passed away at 9:10 am on Monday, February 12, 2018 at UnityPoint Health Methodist. Esther was born on April 15, 1932 in Obion, TN to R.B. and Grace (Endoes) Merriweather. Esther was a 1952 graduate from Merry High School in Jackson, TN. She worked in a foundry in Midland, TN and last worked at CILCO in housekeeping for many years. She also was a CNA working in Care facilities in Tennessee and Peoria. Esther was a member of Grace Baptist Church for over 25 years where she served as an usher. She loved to cook and take care of her grandchildren. Esther leaves to cherish her most precious memories her daughter, Diane Merriweather of Jackson, TN; her son, Fred (Tabatha) Cole of Peoria; 16 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other family and friends who loved her. She is preceded in death by her parents, one son, Thomas “Butch” Merriweather, one brother, William Merriweather and two sisters, Mary Hightower and Clara Hiatt. Funeral Services will be held at 11 am on Saturday, February 24, 2018 at Grace Baptist Church. Pastor Claude White, Jr., will officiate. Simons Mortuary has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at SimonsMortuary.com.

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    Mrs. Esther Rena Merriweather, 85, of Peoria, IL passed away at 9:10 am on Monday, February 12, 2018 at UnityPoint Health Methodist. Esther was born on April 15, 1932 in Obion, TN to R.B. and Grace (Endoes) Merriweather. Esther was... View Obituary & Service Information

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