Doris Irene Schmeilski

Doris Irene Schmeilski, 95, of Trivoli, passed away at 9:22 PM on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at Accolade Healthcare in Peoria, IL. She was born on September 11, 1929 in Peoria, IL, to Lawrence and Mary (Bishop) Marshall. She married William G. Schmeilski on December 31, 1947. He preceded her in death on November 18, 1999.

She is also preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Richard Kerkhove; and one sister, Shirley Lauer.

She is survived by four daughters, Carol Berry of Hanna City, IL, Patricia Koehler of Glasford, IL, Vickie Schmeilski of Peoria, IL, and Wendy Schmeilski of Bellevue, IL; 8 grandchildren, Kevin, Karen, Joseph, David, Michelle, Leon, Anthony, and Lisa; 11 great-grandchildren; 7 great-great-grandchildren; and one brother, Gary Kerkhove.

Doris loved spending time with her family and pets, doing yard work, and spending time in Florida during the winter. She also enjoyed going to eat at Gil’s Supper Club and Avanti’s.

Private graveside service at Swan Lake Memory Gardens will be held at a later date. Pastor Shane House will officiate. Memorials may be made to St. Jude for her great-granddaughter, Ruby. To leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com