Canton – David P. VanDyke, 72, of Canton, passed away at 10:45 AM on Monday, October 31, 2016 at UnityPoint Health Methodist in Peoria. He was born on January 6, 1944 in Canton to Cecil F. and Mildred (Anderson) VanDyke. He married the love of his life, Victoria “Vicky” Frank on October 25, 1969 in Peoria, she survives.
Also surviving are three children, Douglas (Denise Clayberg) VanDyke of Canton, Colleen VanDyke of Canton, and Brent VanDyke of Peoria; and one granddaughter, Colette.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and one sister, Janet West.
David worked as a foreman at International Harvester for 18 years, and owned Pekin Cleaning and Supply. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. David’s number one goal was to take care of his wife and granddaughter. He appreciated the Veterans health care clinics and hospitals. Dave loved going out to eat, local music functions, and Dickson Mounds.
David is a Vietnam Veteran, serving in the Army.
Services will be at 10 AM on Saturday, November 5, 2016 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Canton. Father Daniel Ebker will officiate. Burial will follow the services at Greenwood cemetery, Canton. A visitation will be held on Friday, November 4, 2016 from 6-8 PM with rosary @ 7:45 pm. at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1995 N. Main St., Canton, IL. Memorials can be made to a trust fund for mentally disabled son Brent VanDyke or to St. Mary’s Catholic Church. To view David’s DVD or to make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com
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