Jacqueline Harper

Jacqueline “Jackie” Harper, 62, of Peoria, passed away Sunday, December 22nd at her home. Jacqueline was born June 22, 1957 in Mound Bayou, MS. to Nick Harper and Ernestine (Emmerson) Harper. Jacqueline attended Manual High School and was a foster parent for 14 years and volunteered for the Catholic Charities. Jacqueline was an active member of Church of Living God #130, under the leadership of Bishop Leroy Smith, were she served on the Usher Board. Jacqueline leaves to cherish her memories her mother Ernestine Harper, her loving children: Chittaun (James) Walker, Danelle (Frederick) Sheard, Aubrae M. Harper and Markeisha Harper all of Peoria. One adopted foster son: Jairus Staub of Peoria. Eight grandsons, three of whom she raised; Terrell Harper of Peoria, Marquez Smith of Arizona and John Carter, Michael Smith, Sterling Johnson, Pablo Harper, Keishon Harper, Jahbrae Harper all of Peoria. Three granddaughters: Carlisa Harper, Ke'Breia Jackson and Jakiya Watkins of Peoria, and several great-grandchildren. Two aunts: Lillie M. Faulkner and Queen C. Parks both of Peoria. Three cousins: Sonya (LeRoy) Linwood of Peoria and Kenneth Emmerson of Colorado, Erica Parks. Two goddaughters: Roberta Nathan and Erica Broadway. She is also survived by special siblings: George Brown Jr., Cordelia J. Scott, Barbara Lewis and Michael Brown and special friends: Wadie Clark, Clemmie McAfee, Clotese Carpenter, Sue Nathan and Christine Hill. Jacqueline was preceded in death by her father Nick Harper, her grandparents Everneal and Eliza Emmerson, and great grandmother Lillie M. Clay, one grandson Aubrae Harper Jr., two aunts Clara M. Reed and Delose Emmerson and a special father George Brown Sr. Jacqueline was a very caring person, who had a contagious personality and smile. She loved her family especially her church family. She will be greatly missed by everyone. Her funeral will be on Monday, December 30th at Church of Living God #130, 2815 W. Lake Avenue in Peoria IL. Pastor Leroy Smith will officiate. Visitation will be at 11 a.m. at the church. Cremation will be accorded. Arrangements have been entrusted to T.W. Parks Colonial Chapel in Peoria, IL. Online condolences may be made at www.twparkscolonialchapels.com

Jacqueline Harper

June 22, 1957 - December 22, 2019