Ms. Marlene Ross

November 21, 1943 - May 7, 2020

Ms. Marlene Ross, 76, of Peoria, IL transitioned from this life to her heavenly home at 6:30 pm, Thursday, May 7, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family. Marlene was born in Peoria, IL on November 21, 1943 to proud parents Bernadine (Moody) Kingcade and Louis Rogan. She received her education from Peoria Public Schools and ICC where she received her surgical technicians’ certification. She went on to work at OSF St. Francis Medical Center retiring with over 26 years of service. Marlene was a strong Christian woman who spoke her mind. She was a faithful member of St. Paul Baptist Church. She loved her family and church. One could often find Marlene watching her favorite western movies or eating at her favorite restaurant, Golden Coral. Marlene leaves to cherish her most precious memories her loving and devoted family which includes four daughters, Ulynn Thomas, Terri (Pizzarro) Pickett, Kimberlee (Michael) Ross-Scott and Donna Ross all of Peoria, IL; one son, Ricky Lee Ross of Peoria, IL; three brothers, Donald Rogan and David Kingcade both of Peoria, IL and Dean (Alice) Rogan of Pulaski, IL; three sisters, JoAnn Walton, Donna Nelson and Tina Rogan all of Peoria, IL; 13 grandchildren; a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, April Ross; one sister, Barbara Pate and grandson, Kenneth Ward, III. No funeral services will be rendered. Simons Mortuary has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at simonsmortuary.com.