Maurice L. Claeys, Sr.

Maurice L. Claeys, Sr., 70, of 255 Cottage Ave, Galesburg, died at 1:11 p.m. on Monday, September 10, 2007 at Cottage Hospital. Maurice was born on June 17, 1937 in East Moline, the son of Frank and Mae Girt Claeys. He married Geraldine Heiman on October 8, 1955 in Keokuk, IA. Surviving Maurice are his wife, Gerri of Galesburg; 1 son, Maurice L., Jr. of East Galesburg; 2 daughters, Bobette Motz of Galesburg and Marsha Claeys of Knoxville; 3 brothers, Frank (Peggy), Jr. of Bloomington, Camiel (Donna), and Mike (Shauna) both of Galesburg; and 1 sister, Marie (Jay) Hammond of London Mills. Also surviving are 5 grandchildren, Rich, Traci, Maurice III, Nicole, and Ashley; 5 great grandsons, Todd, Colton, Chase, Dyllan, and Daniel; a soon to be born great granddaughter, Nevaeh; and 2 step great grandchildren, Trey and Kylee. Maurice was preceded in death by a son-in-law, Rick Motz; a brother, Eddie; and a sister, Marion. Maurice was a journeyman roofer for 42 years, last working for Peoria Roofing Co., retiring in 1999. He was a member of Roofers Union Local 69. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and Nascar. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, September 14, 2007, at Wataga Cemetery, Wataga. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. on Thursday, September 13, 2007 at Watson Funeral Home, Galesburg. Memorials may be made to the family.