Biography

Victoria Jane McCord, 88, of Peoria, died at 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at her home.

She was born June 17, 1921 in Peoria the daughter of Victor P. and Viola Michel.

She married Robert A. McCord on November 29, 1942 in Peoria, IL . He preceded her in death on February 11, 2007. She was also preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Valerie Jansen.

Surviving are one son, Michel (Kay) McCord, two daughters, Robin (Tom) Groom and Melissa (Jim) Metternich; eight grandchildren, Molly (Corey) Martin, Scott (Heather) McCord, Katie (Tom) Jenkins, Melanie (Michael) Behling, Mitzi McCord, Jason (Alana) Groom, Mindy (Adam) Voyles, and Tory (Patrick) Jennetten; 10 great-grandchildren, Connor Martin, Michel Martin, Tyler Martin, Emma Kay Martin, Meyer McCord, Hunter Groom, Anika Groom, Carly Voyles, Cole Voyles, and Jackson Voyles.

Vicki graduated from Peoria High School in 1939 and attended Bradley University.

Because of her tireless energy and love for the Peoria community, Vicki was a devoted volunteer for the Junior League of Peoria, the Methodist Service League, and the Family House. Vicki was also a member of Chapter GS of PEO since 1948. She received the Junior League of Peoria Harriet Vance Parkhurst Sustainer of the Year Award in 2003. Vicki and Bob also received the President’s Award from Bradley University in 1995.

She also served on the Board of Directors of Illinois Mutual for 35 years from 1972 through 2007.

Vicki’s life was always filled with love, family and friends. Her life will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 6, 2010 at First Federated Church. Cremation rights have been accorded. Arrangements were made by Richard S. Wilton through Cumerford-Hurd Funeral Home, 428 W. McClure Ave.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Victor P. Michel Endowed Scholarship at Bradley University or the Family House.