Margie A. Welte, 59 of Pekin passed away at 1:35 a.m. Saturday, May 26, 2012 at Timbercreek Rehab in Pekin.

She was born February 20, 1953 in Peoria to Wayne and Arlene (Taylor) Cleer.  They preceded her in death.Margie is survived by her daughter Erin Welte of Pekin; two brothers, Larry Cleer of Bradford, Gary (Selena) Cleer of Pekin; one sister, Diane (Rich) Middleton of Crofton, Maryland and several nieces and nephews.

She worked at Wal Mart in Pekin for 14 years, last working in April.

According to Margie's wishes, cremation has been accorded and there will be no services or visitation.Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 4234 North Knoxville Ave., Peoria, IL 61614.

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