Carl E. McPeek, 89, of Belleville, IL, formerly of Columbus, OH, born Wednesday, June 3, 1931 in Draffin, KY, passed away Monday, February 1, 2021 at Memorial Hospital in Belleville, IL.
Carl was a safety technician for the city of Columbus, OH. He was a member of Grace Church in Fairview Heights, IL and VFW Post in Columbus, Ohio. He served in the US Army and the Korean War.
He was preceded in death by his:
- Daughter: Brenda Roberts
- Parents: Jake and Irene, nee Wilson, McPeek
- Brothers
- Wayne McPeek
- Fred McPeek
- Roger McPeek
- Kenneth McPeek
- Sisters
- Avonell Spartmann
- Jane Stiltner
- Nancy Hawkins
- Grandson: Jonathan Roberts
Surviving are his:
- Wife: Lois, nee Swiney, McPeek of Belleville, IL
- Daughter: Teresia Mueller of Belleville, IL
- Sister: Judy (Ron) Murphy of Pike County, KY
- many nieces and nephews
- Grandchildren
- Jessica (Jason) Neill
- Shane Mueller (fiancée Melanie Biffar)
- Bethani (JR) Hagen
- Joni Roberts
- Great grandchildren
- Chase Roberts
- Brenna Roberts
- Nicholas Mueller
- Ella Neill
- Rhett Biffar
- Emma Hagen
- Caleb Hagen
- Jake Hagen
- Caleb Biffar
- Many nieces and nephews
Memorials: Memorials may be made to the Honor Flight Program for the Columbus Chapter in Columbus OH, checks should be payable to Honor Flight Columbus.
Visitation: Visitation from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, Saturday, February 6, 2021 at Kurrus Funeral Home.
COVID-19 restrictions will be followed, masks required, and social distancing. Please be respectful of time and do not linger so others may pay their respects to the family.
Funeral: Due to Covid-19, all services are private. Live streaming can be viewed at www.facebook.com/KurrusFH at 1pm on Saturday, February 6, 2021., with Pastor Hal Santos officiating. Interment at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, MO.
11 Comments To "Carl E. McPeek"
#1 Comment By Dema and Rob McPeek On February 2, 2021 @ 3:07 pm
My heart hurts for the family, the young ones that learned from him, Carl was truly one of a kind, he loved his family and set the example for all of them. He became father to the sons and daughters of his siblings as they passed, a man of faith, he lived the life. Lois we love you beyond words, you have lost your partner, but heaven has gained an angel. You and Carl set an example for all of us in your devotion and love for one another. Thank God for eternal life, you will be together again.❤
#2 Comment By Vicki DeLong Derby On February 2, 2021 @ 4:00 pm
Hi Family, Bittersweet. So happy he is with Jesus and receiving his reward that he worked hard for. Always loved being around him at Thomas Ave. He always had a smile and hug when I walked up.I will never forget him his kindness. My condolences to you all. Love Vicki
#3 Comment By Bob Shonkwiler On February 2, 2021 @ 4:31 pm
There are a few men from my childhood memories that I would consider good role models. As I think back on those memories I would consider Carl a great role model. He always was interested in what we were doing. You could even share with him what kind of trouble you were getting into. His laugh was ornerier than the stories that we would share with him. His faith in God was the biggest reason I think for having time for us that and to share fishing stories. Now he for sure is with one of the all time greatest fishermen. Thanks to the family for sharing him with us and may you find peace in knowing that he is on calm waters.
#4 Comment By Brenda Matthews On February 3, 2021 @ 6:34 pm
I am so very sorry for your loss. I know Tiny wishes She could be there with all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
#5 Comment By Mari & John Holcomb On February 3, 2021 @ 6:44 pm
Our hearts are saddened by the passing of a wonderful man. Carl was truly one of the great ones. Always there to help my Mother, Ethel, his neighbor and friend. He’s with her now and I know they are talking about fishing times, They both loved so much.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Lois and her family.
#6 Comment By Michael Lauffer On February 3, 2021 @ 8:02 pm
Carl McPeek was truly one of the finest men that I have ever known. He was my mother’s, Ethel Lauffer’, next door neighbor for over 40 years. Carl was always the first to come to her aid especially in her later years when she was somewhat compromised. He was a prince of a man and not only always offered to help my Mom but would be first to help anyone in the neighborhood who needed any kind of assistance. I never heard Carl say a bad word about anyone. He was a true Christian Man who not only talked the talk but also walked the walk. Carl was a true gentlemen in every sense of the word and will be sorely missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him as my family did. Our deepest sympathy’s and condolences go out to Lois and the entire family.
#7 Comment By Denny & Lisa Oakes On February 3, 2021 @ 9:02 pm
Denny and I were so sorry to hear about Carl. Carl was always so kind to us and such a wonderful man. He will be greatly missed. What an amazing reunion with Jonathan and Brenda for him. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
#8 Comment By Roger B. McPeek On February 3, 2021 @ 9:26 pm
I got to know uncle Carl a little better before my dad got sick. Breakfast at Bob Evans and pizza at Pasquale’s in Westerville. After my dad passed, he was always available to have lunch with us kids here in Columbus.
My mom is right saying he stepped-in and became a father figure to all of us as our fathers had passed, uncle Freddie and uncle Roger. I’ve missed our lunches and hearing stories, mostly how his brothers were so ornery!
Always strong, just like the McPeek men were, always laughing with a story in mind. I’m a better man because of my father and my uncle’s example of taking care of family, amazing work ethic and impeccable promptness… that’s a private family joke.
Uncle Carl will be missed. God bless him, Aunt Lois and the family.
#9 Comment By Mary Ann & Tom Koziacki On February 4, 2021 @ 4:26 pm
We are very sorry to hear of the passing of our neighbor Karl. He was very nice to visit with.
Lois, you and your daughter are in our thoughts and prayers.
#10 Comment By Jennifer Holcomb On February 7, 2021 @ 10:03 am
My sympathy and condolence to Lois and the McPeek family. Carl was one of a kind and he will be missed so very much. A gentle, loving man who always watched over me and my grandmother, Ethel Lauffer. He was the best neighbor and friend one could ask for and I wish I could be there to say my goodbyes. I will always remember him taking care of his lovely back yard and sitting on his front porch as the “Sheriff” of Kenlawn street. God bless him.
#11 Comment By Donald Brewer On February 21, 2021 @ 9:18 am
So sorry to hear of Carl’s passing. My kids and I lived next door to him for 6 years on Kenlawn in Columbus. He was a great human being and awesome neighbor! I still have his flag he gave me when he sold his house in Columbus and moved. Rest easy now brother. The rest of us have the watch.