Testimonials

We receive many letters from the families we've served, thanking us for our caring ways during their time of loss. Their words warm our hearts, and speak to you of our professionalism, compassion, and the true value of the services we provide.

Sending a prayer of thanks to God...and a note of thanks to you. The Clark & Reeder Families

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Kimberly Reeder November 12, 2024

Gary & staff, Thank you so much for the excellent care you provided upon the passage of my mom, Carol Hilton. She looked so peaceful and cared for. We appreciate your compassionate service and we take comfort in knowing she is at peace, because of her faith in God through Jesus Christ. Fondly, Vicki & family

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Vicki McClintick March 13, 2024

A special thanks for the kindness you have given us. And a very nice arrangement that you helped us with.

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Phil Barnett February 02, 2024

Thank you so much for everything you did, it was so special. You went above and beyond our expectations, I think Shaun would have been very happy. Wanted to make sure Facebook knew the quality of your work and the compassion you showed us. Thanks again Linda Schiele Shaun Schiele’s Mother

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Linda Schiele October 10, 2023

Gary, Thanks to you and Kelli for making a very sad day more bearable. Your attention to detail is flawless and shows in all you do. I've received many compliments about Tom's service and I certainly recommend you to family and friends. Carla Johnson

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Carla Johnson July 10, 2023

Gary & Kelli, Thank you for the loving care you showed our family. It is so appreciated. Ed Myers and Family

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Ed Myers April 07, 2023

Oh my gosh, you guys are amazing! FEMA just approved my application in the full amount. I so appreciate you both for informing me and guiding me through the process. WOW. New storm doors! I will never forget your expert guidance and kindness. Sincerely, Kathryn Nirde for John Giertz (He would be happy too... He was so much of a big brother he wouldn't want to trouble anyone. Bless Him)

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Kathryn Nirde January 24, 2023

Sincere thank you. All services were impressive!

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Victor Durchholz October 28, 2022

Thank you Gary and your team member (Kelly) for everything you both did for our family.You made the passing of our Mom & Wife easy to get through with the support and guidance you gave our family.

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Keplinger Family June 05, 2022

Gary has been awesome through this whole process. He was there for me when I lost my spouse and today, we finally finalized this process. Lost my spouse of 53 year and cannot believe the patience he has shown me. Not that it was a good time in my life but really don't know how I could have gotten through it without Gary. After 4 months because I procrastinate, we were finally able to finish this journey. He would do anything for you to get to this ending. My kids loved what he did to make this an easier time of our lives. Thank you, Gary and staff.

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Sheryl L Robison February 22, 2022

Thank you for your kindness and professionalism in handling my husbands visitation and cremation. I have always thought highly of your business and you didn’t disappoint. I would highly recommend anyone use your services. Thank you again!

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Rose Pauli December 27, 2021

Wow...I cannot compliment Gary Dieters and Kelli enough! We wanted my mom's funeral full of warm memories and beautifully set up...It was perfect. Dieters absolutely arranged the rooms perfect...They knew just how to arrange flowers and pictures. I received so much feedback on her beautiful send off to Heaven. They agreed...Dieters in East Peoria top knotch customer service. I emailed so many times with changes/updates of the obit etc....Kelli came through each time with such a sweet and willingness to make any changes...they were all about making sure my mom's funeral was just as our family imagined. Again it was perfect because of Gary Dieters and Kelli... Sue Wiegand Spencer (for our Gisela Hull)

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susan spencer October 08, 2021

I wish to express our appreciation and to extend to each of you how your attention to details and providing every assistance our family sought, was not unnoticed; Thank you! My mother, June Martinie-Phegley was, at 96, beautiful and even she would have been the first to agree your talent exceeded her expectations. Secondly, the headstone has been engraved and your timeliness completed your tasks and involvement/interaction with our family in time for Memorial Day! Thank you again from the Heart!

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Susan & Jeff Hickerson June 01, 2021

A note to thank you so much for the excellent care we received, not to mention helpful guidance, at the tragic passing of my brother Dennis. Though I realize you were doing what you were trained to do, you did it with such care and balance by being present and also allowing alone time. Thank you so much for your excellence, Gary. We're very grateful to Howard for recommending your service. PS. Also please thank Ellen again for her kindness and help!

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Dr. Steve Hamon August 03, 2020

Gary and Ellen, Thank you for handling my mother’s cremation. You were both very helpful, yet professional. You made a difficult experience seem effortless - even though it was in the covid 19 isolation period. I will highly recommend your services to others.

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Susan Tolly July 02, 2020

We want to thank you all for making our moms service so memorable for us. From beginning to end you helped us through a very sad time. We appreciated all of your kindness!

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The Family of Imogene Donaldson April 16, 2020

Ellen, Thank you for being so caring. You definitely went over and above what we would have expected. We truly appreciate your kindness. Gloria would have loved you! The Graves Family

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The Family of Gloria Graves December 06, 2019

Gary Deiters funeral home in East Peoria was very helpful, calming and professional before, during and after my husbands recent service. I did not feel pressured to make hasty or costly decisions. They included my family members in the decision process which was greatly appreciated. They also recommended Becks florist who did a wonderful job, the flowers were beautiful.

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Marsha Streicher March 13, 2019

Dear Gary, Madison & Carol, Thank you so much for your compassion & kindness shown to our family & friends during Margaret's Homegoing. All of you played an important part in walking us through our grief & in the planning & carrying out of her services. We so appreciate all of you! Sincerely, Mark & Karen Hutchison

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Mark & Karen Hutchison December 06, 2018

Gary Deiters and Deiters Funeral Home could not have been more gracious and caring when our mom, Betty Gullett died on August 30, 2017. From the moment that we called the funeral home, to the moment mom was buried, we were treated with gentle respect and guidance, while we grieved for our mom, during the most difficult time of our lives. This was not our first family loss, but Gary still made the entire experience somewhat tolerable. We would highly recommend Gary Deiters Funeral Home and Cremation Services to any family.

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Cindy Gullett Guthrie February 17, 2018

We can't say enough about the service you and your staff provided, you really made the process so much easier for us. We also know that you did everything exactly how mom would have wanted it done and so are very appreciative of that too. Thank you again for your professionalism and care.

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Sally Muller September 10, 2017

The Crawford, Chittick, and Fahey families would like to express our deep gratitude to Gary Deiters and Kelli for all that they did for Mom/Momo’s service. Their comfort, advice, guidance and experience were so reassuring. Mom/Momo looked so beautiful, and I know Gary is gifted in this area. The display of photos, videos, flowers was perfect. I could not have asked for a more beautiful service for my beloved Mother. If you are looking for a funeral home that will carry you through and provide a beautiful tribute to your loved one, Deiters in East Peoria is the one to choose.

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Kathy Crawford Chittick July 18, 2024

Kelli & Gary, I wanted to express my appreciation for your help and kindness during my family's time of profound sorrow. Thank you both. Johana

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Johana Richart March 11, 2024

Gary & Kelli, For you're among the nicest people I have ever known, and you'll never be forgotten for the thoughtfulness you've shown. Thanks for everything, The Mast Family

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Norma Mast December 15, 2023

So very appreciative for Gary, Kelli and all the staff. They were amazing with handling my Mothers service in 2016 , helping out my mother in law with my father-in-law’s passing in 2022 and above all providing my brother recently with an amazing and very touching service as well . It’s truly wonderful how kind and caring you all are during this somber time and it’s such a relief to the family knowing you all are there handling all that needs to be done . Your services are so deeply appreciated .

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Toni Egan September 10, 2023

Gary and Kelli are wonderful! They are so understanding and patient. They explain everything throughly and take the time to answer all questions to make sure you are comfortable with the care and services your loved one will receive. Thanks for making a difficult situation a little less difficult!

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Arthur Hunt family May 15, 2023

We thank you for all your help with our sister's services. With us being out of town, we felt very secure with your services & care. The personal attention from Gary & Kelli was exceptional and greatly appreciated. We highly recommend their services for your loved one at their passing and difficult times, when compassion and professionalism are needed.

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Sandra Curtiss Family March 21, 2023

To the staff at Gary Deiters Funeral Home: Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! We appreciate the attention to detail and personalized care you gave to ensuring our husband/father's wishes. The entire staff was so helpful and friendly. We know how difficult your job can be and appreciate the peace we felt working with you all. Our community is blessed to have all of you.

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Joanne Heuermann and Family December 18, 2022

Late--but with sincere appreciation for taking care of the military plaque for Russ--it's perfect! All of our four have seen it and send their thanks as well. Donna Vroman

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Donna Vromen July 25, 2022

Thank you for your professional service for Mike's service. But most of all, thanks for your compassion and kindness. Linda & Family

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Linda Kelley March 01, 2022

Dear Gary, Our sincere thanks for the memorable services you provided for our family and friends as we remembered and honored Russ. Your concern for each of us and your thoughtfulness about every detail was comforting and appreciated. We're truly thankful for your calm presence and kindness which was felt by all our family and appreciated beyond words. Gratefully, Donna & Family

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Donna Vroman December 15, 2021

Thank you Gary Deiters for all you did for our family. Everything was completely taking care of for us and such a good professional job. You made it easy for us and we thank you so much. Highly recommend your services.

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Robison Family November 21, 2021

Gary, Again thank you so much for a beautiful visitation and touching funeral arrangements for my dad, Edward Moore! Also thanks to Gabby, Kelli, and Carol for assisting. Thank you, Gina Simmons

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Gina Simmons August 16, 2021

Gary, thank you for all the support and help. You are so kind! Ellen, thank you so much for all your help and kindness! Take care and God bless.

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Susan Plowman September 04, 2020

We want to thank you for all your help and your patience as we dealt with making a decision about our cemetery stone. We are hoping all is okay for us and for you. Our thanks also to Ellen, she has been so kind to me. Blessings!

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Donna and Russ Vroman July 24, 2020

My grandma Martin looked beautiful the day of her funeral. Thank you for capturing her beauty! We loved the DVD!

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Angela Tramel June 08, 2020

Gary, Our family would like to thank you for your efforts in moving the marker plate for my sister. I did check on it yesterday and was very happy.

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Krys Bush April 16, 2020

Thank you for helping us navigate the funeral arrangements for our dad's service. We appreciate all the help and guidance.

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The Family of Donald L. Kirby, Sr. November 27, 2019

Thank you for being such a wonderful assistance in helping our family!

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Diane & Crystal Hill February 18, 2019

Dear Gary, I would like to sincerely thank you for all that you did to make Ray's visitation and funeral a memorable and comforting experience for our family and friends. The preparation of Ray for the service exceeded our expectations - he looked the way he had looked 10 years earlier! Thank you for your patience in dealing with FOUR Sanders women in the final planning. I'm glad Ray and I did pre-planning - that helped to keep us on track. My brother said of the services and I quote "Best funeral I ever attended." You did a great job! With appreciation for your kindness and professional excellence. Ty, Jamie, Lynn and Elizabeth

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Ty, Jamie, Lynn and Elizabeth February 28, 2018

Gary and staff were incredible. The loss of my Dad is still unbearable and the compassion, thoughtfulness, and allowing us to mindlessly go through the motions while you made sure everything was perfect will forever be appreciated. Our family will forever be grateful to you .

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Kari Wheeler October 16, 2017

My family and I found Gary Deiters Services to be professional , caring, sensitive to our needs, and extremely attentive to sometimes forgotten details. The entire staff was very warm, yet highly respectful of our family. Mr. Deiters and his group was a true comfort during our time of grief and loss.

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Joyce Moore August 20, 2017