Can something good be said about death?
It Separates friends, families and sows pain, grief and sadness.
The Bible says that death is our great enemy.
However, the Bible also gives us hope!
John 5: 28, 29 as well as Acts 24:15; indicate that there will be a resurrection of the just and unjust.
Psalm 37:29 also promises that the righteous will possess the Earth.
Through the pages of the Bible we can acquire knowledge and guidance that help us face the loss of our loved ones…It gives us a sure hope.
Please go to the following link for more information regarding the Hope expressed in this passage
http://www.jw.org/en/publications/books/dead-live-again-tract/dead-live-again
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Memorial services will be at 6 p.m. on Monday, December 22, 2014, at Clary Funeral Home in Peoria, with Jeff Leeman officiating. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. on Monday, prior to services at the funeral home. Inurnment will be at Hillcrest Memory Gardens in Morton.
Del was born on September 30, 1927 in Normal, the son of Sola and Esther (Bohlander) Driscoll. They preceded him in death. He married Carmela Zerbonia on July 5, 1952. She survives.
He is also survived by his children, Michael (Julie) Driscoll of Peoria, Susan Driscoll of Peoria, Randy Driscoll of Morton, David (Donna) Driscoll of Morton and Diane Driscoll of Peoria; and grandsons, Anthony Driscoll of Peoria and Andrew and Ryan Driscoll of Morton.
Del grew up in rural Eureka. He excelled in sports and would continue to participate and enjoy athletics throughout his life.
He attended Bradley University, but was soon inducted in the U.S. Army, where he served in an engineering brigade at Ft. Lewis, WA. He returned to Bradley in 1947, continuing to play football and intramural sports, and earned a degree in Business Administration in 1951.
Upon graduation, Del began his career at Caterpillar Tractor Company, and soon met and married Carmela. Continuing to be active in sports, he became a high school and college sports official. He served as an official for over 25 years and served as the President of The Peoria Officials Association for many years. He was also a lifelong Chicago Cubs and Bears fan.
He moved his family from Peoria to Morton in 1968. He was employed with Caterpillar for 33 years and held various positions with the company. After his retirement in 1984, he enjoyed visiting family and friends across the country.
Del enjoyed watching his grandchildren grow up, watching his favorite Western movies, collecting stamps and coins and playing cards.
Memorial contributions may be made in Del’s name to the Peoria Officials Association.
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| F. Pérez | My deepest condolences | September 29, 2018 |
| Marje and Joe Mirande | Sincere Sympathy | December 23, 2014 |
Carmela, Sending our sincere sympathy to you and your family.
May our loving God along with all your family and friends give you
comfort at this sad time. Saying prayers for all of you.
With sympathy and love, Marje and Joe Mirande
May our loving God along with all your family and friends give you
comfort at this sad time. Saying prayers for all of you.
With sympathy and love, Marje and Joe Mirande
| Larry Williams | My Sincere Condolences | December 22, 2014 |
My thoughts and prayers to the Driscoll family. I officiated games with Del many times over the years and got to know him well. I remember all the Monday night officials meetings and I hardly ever remember Del not being there. He was a wonderful man who always had a smile on his face and never spoke ill of anyone. I worked my very first high school regional with Del in 1974. He was a great guy and friend and I will never forget all the wonderful times we had together.
| Sue and family | My Condolences | December 21, 2014 |
Just wanted to say sorry for touy loss. I will keep you in my prayers. Steve
| Ralph, Carol, & Boys | Great Memories | December 20, 2014 |
I remember everytime I saw uncle Del he had a smile on his face. I thought he was just glad to see me, but from all those great pictures in the memorial gallery I guess he was glad to see everyone. I have to smile when I think of all the good times we had together as kids, and luckily Del allowed us to destroy your basement. He is definitely in a better place now and our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Our family planner (Terry) is already working on a trip for us to visit this spring - see you then.
Love, Ralph
Love, Ralph
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