Obituary for Christopher "Butch" R.C. Jording
Christopher “Butch” R.C. Jording, 47, of Pekin, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.
Born on September 24, 1977, in Peoria, Butch was a beloved son, father, brother, and friend.
He is survived by his children: Kaylynn Jording, Aren Jording, Olivia Ranstead, and Michael Jording; his parents, Vickie and Robert Emmer; his siblings: Joy (Allan) Havlin, Heather Jording, Tracy (Kenneth) Jording, and Victoria (Tyler Hinton) Emmer; as well as many cherished nieces and nephews. He is also remembered by his former spouse, Bonnie Meinders, and his companion, Tiffany Ferguson.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, a nephew Michael, his aunt Dee, and his uncle Bob.
Butch will be remembered for his love of family, his easygoing spirit, and his enjoyment of life’s simple pleasures—especially sharing a beer around a bonfire with those he loved. Butch will be missed deeply for his big bear hugs, his beaming voice and outgoing personality.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. at Abts Mortuary in Pekin. Cremation rites will be accorded following the visitation.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Abts Mortuary. Online condolences may be shared at abtsmortuary.com.
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