Obituary Donald D. Ballew, 70, of Yates City, passed away at 7:30 am Friday, Dec. 9, 2016 at Heartland Rehab in Normal, IL. He was born April 30, 1946 in Effingham, IL to the late William and Lucinda Chaney Ballew. He was also preceded in death by his twin brother. Surviving are 3 children, Tim (Jackie) Shelby of Yates City, Laura Ballew of Bloomington, Scott (Samantha) Ballew of Chillicothe; 6 grandchildren, Steven, Dustin, Benjamin, Katelyn, AJ and Rhiannon; along with numerous brothers and sisters. Donald was a United States Air Force Veteran and graduated from Bradley University with two Bachelor Degrees. One of his passions in life was being a Minister at the First Christian Church in Keithsburg, IL and he also enjoyed being a contractor in the Peoria area. Memorials may be made to Peoria Rescue Ministries for the homeless. Cremation rites have been accorded. Donald's memorial service will be at 7 pm Thursday, Dec. 15, 2016 at Deiters Funeral Home and Crematory in East Peoria. Steve Hurd will officiate. Family will receive friends one hour before the service on Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial Visitation DEC 15. 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM Deiters Funeral Home & Crematory - East Peoria 444 E. Washington Street East Peoria, IL, US, 61611 garydeiters@deitersfuneralhome.com Memorial Service DEC 15. 07:00 PM Deiters Funeral Home & Crematory - East Peoria 444 E. Washington Street East Peoria, IL, US, 61611 garydeiters@deitersfuneralhome.com