J. Scott Swearingen

August 28, 1955 - February 27, 2021

J. Scott Swearingen, 65, of East Peoria, passed away on Saturday, February 27, 2021 at his home. He was born to William and Carol (Brandt) Swearingen on August 28, 1955 in Peoria. Scott married Cynthia Lee on November 28, 2002 in East Peoria; she survives. Also surviving are 5 daughters, Jeannie, Christina, Amanda, Audrey, and April; 5 stepchildren, Michelle, Timothy, Melissa, Joseph, and Allison; his sister, Loise; his brother, Frank; and many grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brother, Richard. Scott worked as a heavy equipment mechanic and hydraulic specialist for Waste Management and he loved riding and working on motorcycles. For the 20 years he lived in Florida, Scott thoroughly enjoyed volunteering with the Red Cross to provide shelter to families affected by the hurricanes. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church on Wednesday, March 10, 2021, with visitation one hour prior to services at the church. Gary Deiters Funeral Home & Cremation Services is serving the family. Memorials may be made to Tazewell County Humane Society. Online condolences may be left at www.GaryDeitersFH.com