Mr David J Broadway

November 5, 1969 - December 23, 2014

David J. Broadway, 45, of Peoria passed away at OSF St. Francis Medical Center at 8:51 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2014. He was born on November 5, 1969 in Peoria to the late Donnell Broadway and Savannah Thomas. David was a fun loving person who always put his children and family first. He was the third child born in the family but was the big brother. He was a great protector always looking out for others. David had a big heart and loved telling jokes. He leaves to cherish his precious memories, two daughters Princess Smith of Peoria and Chastity Hunter of Champaign, Ill.; three sisters Alice (James) Garner, Cynthia Broadway and Tamela Broadway all of Peoria, two grandchildren, niece Savannah Marie Broadway, special aunt Lela Broadnax; along with a host of uncles, aunts, cousins and dear friends who adored him and will miss him dearly. David was preceded in death by his parents, Grandmother Bernice Thomas, one sister Rochelle Broadway and one Uncle AV Adams. A home-going celebration will be at 12 noon Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2014, at T W Parks Colonial Chapel, with visitation commencing one hour prior at 11 a.m. Rev. Cleveland Thomas will officiate. Interment for David will be private. Arrangements were made especially for David's family and professionally directed by T.W. Parks Colonial Chapel. Online condolences or words of encouragement can be made at www.twparkschapel.com