Obituaries
Edwards- Heinrich “Henry” Felde, age 86, of Edwards, passed away at 10:36 AM on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center.
Born December 1, 1934 in Croatia, he was a son to Johan and Elisabeth (Wendel) Felde. On December 16, 1995 he married Kari Prescott in Las Vegas. Together they cherished 25 years. Henry was a well-known businessman, having owned and operated H. Felde Tool & Machine since 1969. He was also an accomplished musician who played the Accordion. Henry was a member of the German American Society and Ratskeller Brummers Band, where he sang and played the cymbals. He was actively involved with the German Fest and German Club, where he played soccer at a younger age, as well as, held multiple officer positions. He loved gardening and was a strong man of faith having served and attended Trinity Lutheran Church for numerous years. Henry was a loving husband and father who was dearly loved and will be deeply missed.
Survivors include his wife Kari Felde of Edwards; and one son Collin Felde of Edwards.
Henry was preceded in death by parents, two sons Henry Felde, Jr. and Eric Felde, and one daughter Rite Felde.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 24, 2021 from 9:00 AM until time of funeral service at 11:00 AM at Wright & Salmon Mortuary. Pastor Mark Nelson will officiate and burial will follow in Lutheran Cemetery.
Memorials in Henry’s name may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Friends and family may sign the online guestbook or send private condolences by logging onto www.wrightandsalmon.com.
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Visitation
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2416 N North St
Peoria, IL 61604
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Apr
2416 N North St
Peoria, IL 61604
Cemetery Details
Location
914 S Pleasant
Peoria, IL 61604