Jenna ThomasJenna Sue Thomas, 78, of Peoria died at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8, 2025, at her home. She was born Sept. 12, 1947, in Canton, a daughter of Robert E. and Eva E. Cooper Horwedel. She married Steve Thomas on May 5, 1978, in Rushville. He survives. Also surviving are one daughter, Tiffany Thomas of Wasilla, Alaska; one son, Trent Charles of Chicago; three daughters from a previous marriage; two granddaughters, Emma Maier and Hannah Lee; Hannah’s father David Lee; two sisters, Shirley A. Horwedel and Roberta Batterton, both of Astoria; and one brother, Ron J. Horwedel of Chatham. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Hank and Larry Horwedel. She worked in the cafeteria at Peoria High School, retiring after 22 years of service. Cremation rites have been accorded. A graveside service in the Ipava Cemetery will be held at a later date. Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent to www.shawgomemorialhome.com.
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Wednesday, December 10, 2025 • Vol. 148, No. 29
