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     Sarah Elizabeth “Salli” Happach, 56, of Peoria, passed away at 6:04 a.m. on Wednesday, July 4, 2012, at Methodist Medical Center in Peoria, after a short, but courageous battle with cancer.
     Funeral services will be at 6 p.m. on Monday, July 9, 2012, at Clary Funeral Home, 3004 West Lake Avenue in Peoria, with Pastor Scot M. Shelburne officiating. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. on Monday, prior to services at the funeral home. Interment will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, July 10, 2012, at Swan Lake Memory Gardens in Peoria.
     Salli was born in Chicago on August 15, 1955, a daughter of Frank E. Hunter, Sr. and Martha G. (Thomason) Hunter. Her father preceded her in death, along with her sister, Debbie Hunter-Klein.
     She is survived by her mother, Martha G. Hunter of Peoria; daughters, Teri (Zac) Williams of Pekin and Tammi (William) Hartley of Peoria; brother, Frank E. Hunter, Jr. of Peoria; and granddaughters, Morgan and Mckinlee Williams of Pekin.
     Salli was employed with Caterpillar Inc. at Building KK in East Peoria and last worked in December of 2011.
     She enjoyed bowling, playing pool, seeing live local bands, going out for dinner, singing, dancing, getting dressed up and collecting Wizard of Oz memorabilia.
     Salli was a very thoughtful, strong and free-spirited woman, who lived life to the fullest. She was very social, made friends with everyone and touched the lives of many. She loved her friends and family dearly and will be greatly missed.
     Memorial contributions may be made in Salli’s memory to Illinois Cancer Care in Peoria.
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Mary Williams Memories of Salli July 7, 2012
 
Teri, Tammi & family,

I am so sorry for the loss of your mom! I worked with your mom at Caterpillar in Building KK from 2008 until I relocated to Georgia in November, 2011! Your mom had such a wonderful spirit and was one of the few people I looked forward to seeing each day at work!! She worked hard, she had spunk and she made amazing cakes! There are not too many people that I have come across in my work life - that have had such a wonderful effect on me - but your mom sure was an inspriation! As you know, your mom was a wonderful, wonderful lady! I am sorry I will not be able to get back for the funeral - please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers! I truly loved your mom, Salli! 

Mary Beth Williams
Cathy Stenger friend July 7, 2012
 
Teri,Tammi and families 
       Sorry to hear about your Mom and Grandmother. She was a special lady that is for sure!!!!!!! I loved it when you all lived next door to us.  She was alot of fun to talk to and full of laughs. She loved you girls so much and was proud of you.  I would see her in the stores every now and then and we would talk.  She is out of pain now and with the Lord. May you all be comforted with his peace. 
        Love you!! Cathy Stenger
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Vicki Carney A forever friend... July 11, 2012
 
The first time I met you Salli, I just knew we would be "forever friends"--It wasn't a matter of contact every day,
as each time we reconnected...Not a day had passed!  I am just so sorry to have missed your final days....
but each I think of you Salli--I smile, with loving thoughts, of my "forever friend"...Thank you for giving us so much joy!
   May you rest in peace.


   
Diane (Hardy) Willis Sorry to hear Salli is gone July 10, 2012
 
Just wanted to let you know that many, many years ago I lived down the street from Salli, Debbie & Frankie.  It was on Jefferson St and she and I were good friends and classmates at Blaine-Sumner grade school.  My family moved away when I was in 6th or 7th grade and I lost touch with Salli, but I still remember the fun we had playing at each other's homes and in our backyards.  She was a darling little girl and I know that you will miss her terribly, but take comfort that she is free of pain and will be with you always in your memories and in your hearts.
Garry and Lisa Schielein We Love You! July 9, 2012
 
Dearest Tammi,
Garry and I Love you so much.  We are deeply saddened by Sally's passing.  You both were such a big part of our lives for so many years.  Know that Garry and I Love you deeply and pray God's very best for you and your family.  May you find strength and comfort in Jesus Christ.  Our deepst Love and Sympathy To You! 
Dale and Stacy Robertson So sorry for your loss July 9, 2012
 
We worked with Salli at Caterpillar Mapleton. She was always energetic and smiling. She had to wear a radio and was constantly getting on there and saying YA-YA.  Our sand mix guy nicknamed her "Hold me down Salli" because the job she did involved putting these hold downs into the top half of the pattern before the pattern closed with the bottom half.  Anyway Salli was always getting on the radio asking for help lifting up a fresh tote of hold downs.  Rest in Peace Salli.
lori fraboni For Tammi July 8, 2012
 
For Tammi - my deepest condolences... Tammi you are a walking talking tribute to your mom...you are beautiful, honest, sincere and so sweet...the times that I have been around you, you have always been so upbeat and lifted my spirits just by being in the same room with you. From the others, this is something you must have had in common with your mom... Continue to live your life as you have with your wonderful Will by your side...knowing your mom will live on always in your heart. Miss you Tammi - take care... 
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