Joneen A. McElligott-Knetzer Obituary (1975 - 2021)

Joneen A. McElligott-Knetzer, 45, of Washburn, passed away Thursday September 23, 2021, 4:40 am at OSF St. Francis Medical Center Peoria. Joneen was born November 14, 1975, at Du page Hospital, Winfield, IL to John and Sandee (Dowhal) McElligott. She married Daniel A. Knetzer on May 14, 1999, in Gillespie, IL. He and her two children, William Daniel Knetzer, and Taegan Rose Knetzer, survive at home in Washburn. Also surviving are her parents, John McElligott, of Metamora, Sandee McElligott, of Washburn, her two brothers, Michael C., and Steven A. McElligott, both of Washburn. Her two aunts, Stephanie, and Annmarie Dowhal, both of Winfield, along with many extended family, all who greatly miss Joneen. Joneen was a member of St. Elizabeth/St. Mary's parish. She enjoyed spending time outdoors camping, hiking, and kayaking. Other interests include baking, beekeeping, crafting, traveling, and continued education in any subject. She completed her Juris Doctorate from Purdue University on top of her Masters Degree in Chemistry and Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry and Psychology from Bradley University. Leading to a successful career as a Safety and Occupational Health Specialist at the OSHA Training Institute's Office of Occupational Safety Training. Joneen also served OSHA as an Industrial Hygienist at the Peoria Area Office. Prior to joining OSHA, Joneen worked with the USDA's Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service as a Safety and Occupational Health Specialist in Peoria. Aside from being a devoted civil servant, Joneen also has an aptitude for teaching, as demonstrated by working as a chemistry professor at Illinois Central College. A memorial service will be held Saturday October 2, 2021, 11:00 AM at Calvert & Johnson Memorial Home, 201 N. Jefferson St. Washburn, IL. The Rev William Meachum will officiate. Memorials may be made to The Ark - Lacon, IL, Children's Hospital of St. Louis, or to Mathison State Park.