Timothy R. "Tim" Kooi, 76, of Germantown Hills, passed away Wednesday, August 26, at Carle Methodist in Peoria.

He was born February 16, 1950, in Streator to the late Earl and Myrtle (Philhower) Kooi. He married Florence "Flo" Vitale on April 5, 2014, in Peoria. She survives.

Also surviving are his daughter, Amanda (Chris) Hartwig; two step-sons, Richard (Desiray) Hanson and Jeffrey Hanson; eleven grandchildren, Kylie, Troy, Alex, Samantha, Austin, Evan, Jillian, Braydon, Ivy, and Presley; one great-granddaughter, Harper; two sisters, Judy (Glenn) Clark and Janice Head; sister-in-law, Gillian; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family. He was preceded in death by one sister, Annamarie, and one brother, James.

Tim received his associate's degree from Sams Technical Institute in Indianapolis, Indiana. He worked as a property manager for many years before retiring.

He loved spending time with his family, playing dart ball, grilling, wolves, a good cigar, a good glass of scotch, and a hot dog.

His funeral service will be at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 1, at First United Methodist Church in Peoria. Visitation will be at the church one hour before the service, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Per his wishes, cremation will be accorded following the service. Deiters Funeral Home and Crematory in Washington is assisting the family with arrangements.

There will be a potluck after the service and everyone is welcome to bring a dish to share.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the family.