Kelli Peddicord

Kelli Ann Peddicord, 62, of Marseilles, passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family.

Visitation will be held Monday, April 8, from 9:00 until 10:30am at Ottawa Funeral Home. Mass of Christian burial will take place immediately following, at 11:00am at St. Columba Church. Burial will follow in St. Columba Cemetery.

Kelli was born February 22, 1962, in Ottawa, IL, to Emmett and Mary Lou (Crowley) Dougherty. She married Ronald Peddicord Jr. on November 21, 1981 at St. Francis of Assisi Church in Ottawa.

Kelli worked at Unimin for over 30 years. When she wasn't working, she enjoyed spending as much time as she could with her grandchildren, admiring horses, and being with her favorite dog, Harley. She loved to travel anywhere that was warm; she and Ron took many cruises and she especially loved going to Hawaii. She will always be remembered for her fun-loving personality and for being the most amazing wife, mom, grandma, and sister.

She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Ronald; her children, Michelle (Ryan) Helland and Dan Peddicord; her grandchildren, Paxton, Rylan, and Lincoln Helland; her sister, Susan (Steve) Gerding; as well as many extended family members.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Marie and Vince Crowley; her parents, Emmett and Mary Lou; and her brother, Patrick Dougherty.

Memorials may be directed to OSF Hospice.