Obituary Peoria- Michael James Turnbow, 53 of Peoria, passed away at 8:17 PM on Friday, February 22, 2013 at his home following a long illness. Michael was born on January 16, 1960 to Anne Meyer Turnbow and the late James C. Turnbow, Jr. Also surviving are a sister, Lee Ann (Dayton) Fildes-Mudd of Chesterfield, MO; two nieces, Amanda (Rob) McCartney and Kadence McCartney, uncle and aunt, Wayne and Marian Meyer; his long time friends and caregivers, Josh and Stephanie Corkin; his canine companion, Penny. Michael was a Security Guard at B'nai B'rith Covenant Apartments in Peoria. He also worked in the maintenance department for the Air National Guard in Peoria. Michael thoroughly enjoyed outdoor activities especially hunting and fishing. A Prayer Service will take place at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, February 26, 2013 at Deiters Funeral Home & Crematory in East Peoria. Interment will follow in Fondulac Cemetery in East Peoria. Visitation will take place on Tuesday at the funeral home from 10:00 AM until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to St. Jude Children's Hospital or the Peoria Humane Society.