Mr. Rudolph "Rudy" Booth

December 1, 1943 - July 20, 2020

Mr. Rudolph "Rudy" Booth, 76, of Peoria, IL transitioned from this life to his heavenly home at 1:56 pm on Monday, July 20, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family. Rudolph was born on December 1, 1943 in Blue Mountain, Mississippi to proud parents Wilbo and Junie Bell (Rutherford) Booth. Rudolph moved to Peoria, IL as a young adult. He worked at Caterpillar for over 35 years. He had a strong work ethic. After retirement, he worked in the hospitality industry, last working at the Embassy Suites and the Visitors Bureau. Rudolph was a faithful member of St. Paul Baptist Church where he served as head usher, van ministry and Men’s Group for many years. Rudolph never met a stranger. He had the gift of hospitality, always greeting folk with a huge smile and hug. He loved Manual Basketball…never missing a game. Rudolph was a member of various bowling leagues over the years. Rudolph married the love of his life, Yvonne Stenson and they celebrated 50 years of marriage on November 17, 2019. She survives. He is also survived by his children, David (Melissa) Booth of New Orleans, LA, Derrick (Jehan) Booth of Peoria, IL, Daniel (Ashley) Booth of Carbondale, IL, Devon (Tony) Booth of Peoria, IL, Alicia (Richard) Posey of Snellville, GA; eight grandchildren, Mariah, Sydney, Brandon, Chancellor, Jianna, Jaxon, DeLaney and Aden; and his beloved fur buddy, Koby. He is preceded in death by his parents; his twin sister, Ruchelle Booth Hill; his brother James Booth and grandson, Derrick “DJ” Booth, Jr. A private funeral service will be held at 11 am on Saturday, July 25, 2020 at Victory Christian Church with a 2-hour visitation beginning at 9 am. Host is Pastor Charles Brown. Rev. Deveraux Hubbard, Senior Pastor of St. Paul Baptist Church and Bishop Mark Dubois of Judah Ministries will bring words of comfort. Rudolph will be entombed at Historic Springdale Mausoleum. The funeral service will be live streamed on Simons Mortuary's Website or Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Simons-Mortuary-232095303487150 promptly at time of the service. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, social distancing and attendance limits will be observed. Simons Mortuary has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at SimonsMortuary.com. As the States begin re-opening in response to the Global Coronavirus Pandemic, some people are returning to their previous normal living standards. Unfortunately, we are now in our new normal as unreal and sometimes uncomfortable as the socially distancing and continuous use of protective masks may feel. *In an effort to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, we ask that everyone in attendance: wear a face mask and refrain from hugging, kissing and shaking hands (as hard as it is to see someone you care about and not touch them). Thanks in advance for your cooperation! *It is our responsibility as a Funeral Directors, to do everything we can to advise families in order to honor our beloved Families and to keep everyone as safe as possible. The sanctuary can socially distance and seat a limit of 50 or less people. All others will be able to flow through and view prior to beginning the Celebration of Life Ceremony.