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He was born in Elmhurst, IL on March 3, 1967 to Donald and Geraldine (Harris) Besler.
Surviving are his mother, Geraldine; daughter, Rachael (Grant) Kennedy; son, Quinn Anthony Besler; and his brother, Gary. He was preceded in death by his father, Donald in 2020.
Don worked at the family owned Camp Ground and restaurant. He could work on and fix about anything. He loved the outdoors, duck hunting and gardening. He will be dearly missed.
Visitation will be on Wednesday, July 23rd from 2 to 4pm at Deiters Funeral Home and Crematory in Washington followed by his funeral service at 4pm.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Ark Animal Shelter in Lacon, or to TAPS No-kill Animal Shelter in Pekin.
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Nate
August 17, 2025
I just found out today that you had passed away. I'll never forget you or all the great times I had at mil point and pizza works. And the time me you and j.w. went up to the cabin in Wisconsin it was legendary! Until we meet again brother,I will see you in the stars!
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