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.jpg) Gaylord Leigh Scherer, age 74, of Peoria, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2021 at OSF St Francis Medical Center in Peoria. He was born March 31, 1946 in Olney, IL to Jerome F. and La Vern (Dewhirst) Scherer. He married Cheryl Kugler on June 24, 1969 in Olney.
She survives along with one son, Ryan Scherer of Peoria, and one sister, Juldine Olsen of St. Charles, MO.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers: Jerome T. and Richard Scherer.
Gaylord was a United States Army veteran serving in the Vietnam War. Following his time in the service he worked for Caterpillar, Inc. as an Engineer. He retired from Caterpillar in 2001 after 30 years. Gaylord was known for his patience, knowledge, and selflessness, and will be missed by all who knew him.
Due to Covid-19 restrictions, cremation rites have been accorded and there will be no services.
Davison-Fulton Woolsey-Wilton Funeral Home, Peoria, IL
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Patricia Anne Squires (McNeece) (1964)
So sorry to hear of Gaylord's passing. It's been years but I remember his smiling face. My condolences to his family.
Ernest E. Marshall (1964)
So sorry to hear of Gaylord passing. It is never a right time to loose a friend and classmate. Wishing GODS blessing and comfort to his family.Judy Hill (Walker) (1964)
I am saddened to hear of Gaylord's passing. I always looked forward to seeing him at class reunions. He was always kind and made one feel he was happy to see you. May he Rest In Peace and may his family be comforted by their memories of Gaylord.
Wesley Weston (1964)
I remember Gaylord as being one of the nicest guys I had the privilidge of knowing. He was always fun to be around, had a smile that would light up a whole room. Good friend and sorry to see that he has gone on..........Wes Weston
Kathryn Sue VanCleve (Burkhart) (1964)
Gaylord was one of the "good guys". Always a gentleman. Condolences to the family.Dennis K. Foreman (1964)
I don't believe I've ever seen Gaylord angry. He was just one of the good ones. I'm glad to have known him.
Dan Totten (1965)
Sad to hear of Gaylord's passing. We were friends when we were young kids. I always liked the times we were upstairs in his attic room playing board games while our parents were playing pinochle downstairs. I visited him once in Peoria when I was there on recuiting duty. Once upon a time we were almost step brothers but my mother declined. FAIR WINDS AND FOLLING SEAS. Dan Totten
Jim Pass Jr (1964)
Sorry to hear of Gaylord's passing. Great guy and a good football player! Prayers for the family.
Cheryll Ann Ashcraft (1964)
So sorry to hear about your passing. My prayers are with you and the family..
Susan Wall (Martin) (1964)
I am very sorry to hear of Gaylord's passing. He was such a kind sweet person-everyone will miss him!!!!