Mr. Andrew Lee Payton

July 11, 1942 - March 11, 2022

Andrew L. Payton, 79, of Peoria, IL, passed away March 11, 2022, at OSF Medical Center with his loving daughter and son-in-law Coral & Andrew, and loving granddaughter Kenitasia (Tay) at his side. Deacon Payton was born July 11, 1942 in Mississippi to the late Ernest and Carrie Payton. In June 1963, he married Fannie Mae Billups Payton who preceded him in death. Deacon Payton accepted Christ at an early age and was a long-time member of Galilee Missionary Baptist Church where he served on the Deacon Board. Deacon Payton leaves to cherish his loving memory to five sons: David, Elbert, Andrew, Steve, and Gregory, all of Peoria, IL. Three daughters: Annie Payton of Alton, IL, Willie Mae Laney of Minnesota, and Coral (Andrew) Douglas of Peoria, IL. Two brothers: Bennie and Julius (Dollie) of Peoria, Illinois. Five sisters: Ruthie (William) Bobby, Linda, Sally, Alice, all of Peoria, Illinois. She also leaves her loving memory to a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In addition to his wife and parents, Deacon Peyton was preceded in death by two sisters and four brothers. He will truly be missed. A celebration of life service will be held at New Morning Star Baptist Church in Peoria, IL on Friday, March 18, 2022, at 11:00 AM. Rev. Hunt presiding. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in the Lutheran Cemetery. Online condolences and acknowledgments will be made at twparkschapel.com. Due to Covid-19, both mask and social distancing are mandated.