Ms. Kareen Mae Alexander

March 30, 1952 - December 4, 2019

Ms. Kareen Mae Alexander, 67, of Peoria, IL transitioned from this life to her heavenly home at 9:21 PM on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at Heddington Oaks Nursing Home in West Peoria, IL. Kareen was born on March 30, 1952 in Peoria, IL to Hattie Be (Taylor) Martin and Edgar Johnson. She was a 1971 graduate of Woodruff High School where she beautifully and proudly sang in the school choir. Kareen pursued an Associate’s Degree and worked as a Dietitian for many years until her health failed. Kareen married the love of her life, Charles Alexander; he preceded her in death. Kareen not only could warm your heart with her beautiful singing voice, she also had a big heart. Kareen knew no strangers. She was very loving, giving, strong and independent. Kareen leaves to cherish her most precious memories her loving sons, Casper Alexander and Antell L. Brown both of Peoria, IL; one brother, Manual Williams, Jr., of Peoria, IL; her sister and caregiver, Jessica Johnson of Peoria, IL; a niece and caregiver, Judith (William) Smith of Peoria, IL; and a host of other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She is also preceded in death by her parents and two siblings, her brother, Ernest Brewer, Sr., and one sister, Beatrice Powell. A memorial service will be held at 11 AM, Saturday, December 14, 2019 at Simons Mortuary with a visitation beginning at 10 AM. Rev. Arthur Williams, Sr., will officiate. An inurnment will be held at Historic Springdale Cemetery. Simons Mortuary has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at SimonsMortury.com.