Mr. Norman Ray Abbott
January 7, 1961 - August 13, 2019
Mr. Norman Ray Abbott, 58, of Peoria, IL passed away August 13, 2019 at his home. Norman was born on January 7, 1961 to biological parents Sheila Brent and Emmett Brooks. He was adopted and raised by the Rev. Amos Lee Abbott and Eula Mae (Young) Abbott. Norman accepted Christ at an early age. He was educated in District 150 Public Schools. Norman worked many years with the Peoria Park District in the ground’s maintenance department. Norman was a great son, father, brother, uncle and friend. He was extremely comical, quick witted and fun to be around. He loved kids. He was a cool dude and very fashionable. Norman was known to be a very good cook. Norman leaves to cherish his most precious memory his sisters, Stephanie Wilson of Columbus, GA, Janine Brooks Collier of Loganville, GA, Janeese Brooks of Milwaukee WI, Mary L. Hopson of Lawrence, KS and Cliffie (Michael) Lewis of Topeka, KS; his brothers, Kevin (Kathi) Gwinn of Flint, MI, Michael Brooks of Milwaukee, WI, Curtis Bond of Chicago and Henry (Suzanne) Stringer of Westerville, OH; daughter-in-law, Tamika Simms of Peoria; 4 grandchildren, Tyah Rae, Josiah, Jacob and Judah; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents; his biological parents; one son, Tyran Robertson and one brother, Demetrius Brooks. A memorial service will be held at 12 noon Friday, August 16, 2019 at Simons Mortuary with a visitation one half hour prior beginning at 11:30 am. Simons Mortuary has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at SimonsMortuary.com.
Mr. Norman Ray Abbott, 58, of Peoria, IL passed away August 13, 2019 at his home. Norman was born on January 7, 1961 to biological parents Sheila Brent and Emmett Brooks. He was adopted and raised by the Rev. Amos Lee Abbott and Eula Mae (Young)... View Obituary & Service Information