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This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Jeffrey Lee Urban who was born in Peoria, Illinois on June 24, 1951 and passed away on January 21, 2007 at the age of 55. We will remember him forever.
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Tim and Barb, all of Jeff's Family / Kathy Millard(Lord) (Friend of Tim and Barb's )
Dear Tim and Barb,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your brother. I remember Tim how you so looked up to him when we were in high school. I so wanted to be there for you both, but made it to the church at 11:15 and didn't want to walk in so la...
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Jacob & Andrea / Laura Polk (aquaintance)
Jacob & Andrea,
Both my mother & I, as well as my family, are so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I must say that it was quite a shock as well. The small amount of time that I spent with Jeff was always pleasan...
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Jake, Andrea,Judi, family and friends- / Tina Gordon (Jones) (friend of Judi and Jeff )
I was so shocked and sad to hear of Jeff's passing. Judi and I were friends since school and I was in their wedding. We've lost contact through the years, but I always liked Jeff and am sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with all of you....
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Condolences / Steven Kiesewetter (Son's friend )
My deepest condolences to Jake and Andrea. Also to the Urban family; I know Jeff will be missed.
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The first time I met him / Alan Schechterly ((Son's Friend) )
The first time I met him, he took me, Jacob, and his sister Andrea to a cardinals baseball game. He only know me from what Jacob had told him of me, and he drove all the way to St. Peters just to pick us up and go to the game. I've yet to meet a nice...
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My Uncle Jeff / Josh Urban (Nephew) Read >> |
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My Uncle Jeff / Josh Urban (Uncle) Read >> |
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Life goes on... / Lucas Schwartz (Jacobs Best Friend, Friend of Jeffs too ) Read >> |
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Greg, Tim and families / Jeanne Wallace (friend of Dad ) Read >> |
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This Man Will Be missed. / MIKE JAMES (FRIEND) Read >> |
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With deepest sympathy / Charlie And Jamey Heidenfelder (Tim Urban's brother and sister in-law ) Read >> |
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Memories of a great guy / Deb Quast-Johnson (schoolmate) Read >> |
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Jeff's Wonderful Kids / Barb Urban (Sister-in-Law) Read >> |
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Jeff's family - especially Jacob & Andrea / Chris Steuck (former co-worker & friend ) Read >> |
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Sincere Condolences / Curt Simpson (Friend of Greg ) Read >> |
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Biography
Jeffrey Lee Urban, 55, of Normal, formerly of Peoria, passed away at 1:16 p.m. on Sunday, January 21, 2007 at home.
Jeff was born on June 24, 1951 in Peoria, son of Willard and Jane (Belsterling) Urban. They preceded him in death.
Jeff is survived by his son, Jacob Urban of Normal; daughter, Andrea Urban of Bloomington; and two brothers, Tim (Barb) Urban of Defiance, MO and Greg (Sherri) Urban of Dunlap.
Jeff was a Federal Police Officer in Washington, DC for several years, before returning to Central Illinois, where he continued his career in law enforcement. At the time of his death, he was a salesman at Dennison Toyota in Bloomington.
Jeff enjoyed golfing, fishing, hunting and Chicago Bears football. He was fond of listening to Classic Oldies. Dan Fogelburg was his favorite artist, but “American Pie”, by Don McLean was his favorite song. He enjoyed spending time with his close friend, Helen Edenbaum, and being home with his family or visiting Starved Rock.
Jeff’s family is proud of how he enjoyed serving the public and, most importantly, for always being there for his children. He always enjoyed seeing his children and helping them in anyway possible.
Jeff was a loveable father and was always in high spirits. He was sincere, intelligent and an amazing person to have in life.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, January 26, 2007 at Unity Church of Peoria at 3117 N. Avalon Place in Peoria, with the Rev. Linda Foreman officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to services at the church. Interment will be held at Springdale Cemetery in Peoria. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Arrangements are entrusted to Clary Funeral Consultants in Peoria.
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