Kevin Roy Eggers

Born June 6, 1966 at 6:06am weighing a whopping 6 pounds 6 ounces, he was born to Roy Alvie and Grace Eleanor Eggers. Kevin passed away at 2:40pm on December 13th, 2024. He put up one hell of a fight for 3 years, battling one of the most rare and aggressive forms of prostate cancer. Kevin was born and raised in Peoria, Illinois. He was a proud Harrison Hawk and Manual Ram. He loved playing football for his schools. Three years after high school, Kevin met Angela Lynn and they started their challenging but rewarding life of mixed blessings. In 1987 he welcomed his first born, bald headed beautiful baby girl Anna Elaine, in 1992 he welcomed his second born, curly-headed beautiful baby girl Emily Marie. Kevin worked at Craig’s Upholstering where he reupholstered furniture. He worked for several years on the kill floor at Callahan‘s pork processing plant. He also worked for many years retreading semi tires at Morton Supplies as a supervisor up until he couldn’t work anymore. Kevin was very fond of hunting, especially down south with his uncles. He had a true passion for a fishing which led to an eventful day where his daughters learned never to be in a boat on the Kickapoo Creek without a paddle. He truly enjoyed many years of the Glen Oak fishing derby, where he went on to continue the position with his grandchildren. On July 5, 2012, Kevin’s first grandson was born Brett Michael (a king). On August 24, 2012, his only granddaughter was born Lilee Grace (beautiful). On March 13, 2016, his second grandson was born Liam Alexander (a king). On September 27, his third grandson was born Avie Roy (baby boy). On September 19, he was gifted a fourth grandson Chaz Kai (a king). Kevin was the true definition of a paw paw. He unconditionally and undeniably loved his grandkids. As a family, Kevin enjoyed the Bartonville fish fry, fireworks, the circus demolition Derby, the fair, picnic with Kroger‘s fried chicken and watermelon, swimming, Christmas Eve, Thanksgiving, birthdays, the park, sledding, bringing fruit to every grandkid, volleyball games, flag football and mushroom hunting. The most important thing to Kevin no matter what was spending time with his family. After 36 years of asking Angela to marry him, they finally tied the knot on August 26, 2022. Angela loved and cared for him every day for 13,514 days and held his hands as he took his last breath. There were people who had a special place in Kevin‘s heart; Retha Laster, a close friend from school who was always looking out. Cousins, Pam and Jeff who grew up together and shared much love. Michael Massey, a forever son in law. Bre Fuller, a special friend. Deb Proctor, a true angel. Monica Cheney, a special bonus daughter. Breonna Collins, a daughter that could make the best damn thing he ever ate. Jalynn, his daughter. Wyatt and Ethan, his two sons he was proud of from afar. If we had one more day with Kevin: Angela “one more Eagle”. Emily “one more car ride”. Anna “one more song”. Kevin Roy Eggers “I love you, and take care of your momma” “It’s easy like Sunday morning”. A remembrance will be held for Kevin at a later date.

Kevin Roy Eggers

June 6, 1966 - December 13, 2024