Michael Allan Downey, Sr.

MICHAEL ALLAN DOWNEY, SR., 57, of Chester, Illinois, passed away at 12:04 pm, Monday, January 16, 2023 at his residence.

He was born to Lillian (nee Weaver) Downey on November 3, 1965 in Sparta, Illinois.

Michael married Deanna Morefield in September 1989 in Chester, Illinois; she preceded him in death on June 17, 1993.

He had worked at Nordmeyer’s Grocery Store in Chester for 20 years. He then worked for Solar Pressed in Perryville, Missouri.

Michael was of the Lutheran Faith. He enjoyed riding motorbikes, hanging out with friends and playing cards and dominoes.

Survivors:

Parents:

Lillian & William Downey Chester, IL

2 Children:

Derrick Downey Marissa, IL

Michael Downey, Jr. Chester, IL

1 Brother:

David (Heather) Downey Gorham, IL

6 Grandchildren

Many Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and Friends

Preceded in Death by : Wife, 1 Brother – William Downey, Jr. and 1 Sister – Lisa Weaver

Funeral Service :

11:00 am, Monday, January 23, 2023

Pechacek Funeral Homes, Chester, Illinois

Officiating:

Rev. Phillip Keeton

Interment :

Evergreen Cemetery

Visitation:

Monday – 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Pechacek Funeral Homes, Chester, Illinois

Memorials :

Family Choice