Lisa Kay Calzavara, 67, of Peoria passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
She was born May 26, 1958, in Springfield to Frank and Namoni Foster Calzavara. Her parents; sister, Ruth Calzavara; brothers, John Calzavara, Donnie Waldrop and niece, Kellie Jo Calzavara preceded her in death.
Lisa is survived by her devoted and cherished companion, Terry Osborne; sisters, Lori Kern, Pattie Wenzel, Tammy Waldrop; sister-in-law, Shelly Waldrop; nieces and nephews, Kerri Anderson, Jon Calzavara, Dayle Calzavara, Cody Calzavara, Shana Calzavara, Joy Lynn Waldrop, Michelle Waldrop, Donald Waldrop, Mickey Waldrop, Amber Waldrop, Emily Waldrop; great-nieces and great-nephews, Justin Anderson, Joseph Anderson, Samantha Calzavara, Riley Calzavara, Jonathan Calzavara, Ally Maurer and many other great-nieces and great-nephews.
She worked at the Salvation Army until retiring in 2022.
Lisa loved her family and the outdoors. She was always ready to help people, especially the homeless and the poor. She loved cooking and fishing.
Cremation has been accorded and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.
The Cremation Society of Mid-Illinois Pekin/Peoria is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at csmico.com
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