Peter Chambers

Peter Jacob Chambers, 66, of Champaign passed away unexpectedly and suddenly at 7:46 p.m. Sunday, (May 22, 2022) at home.

He was born on January 1, 1956 in Champaign.  The son of Jacob George Chambers and Melissa Dobbins Chambers.

He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Deb Chambers, his mother, Melissa Dobbins Chambers Champaign, two sisters, Bobbie (Tim Thompson) Chambers, La Quinta, CA; Clare (Marty Ames) Chambers, Champaign; and one brother, Guy “Jake” Chambers, Savoy; several cousins, four nieces and one nephew. 

He was preceded in death by his father, Jacob George Chambers.

Pete was a diehard Cardinals fan his entire life.  He enjoyed softball, both as a player and as a coach.  He enjoyed bicycling and taking walks. He was such a great son, brother and husband to Deb.  Our lives will never be the same.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Blair Owens Funeral Home in Mahomet from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, May 27, 2022. A private burial will be held at a later date.

Thank you to all that have reached out, stopped by and helped us manage this devastating life change. A special thank you to the Champaign Police Department, Champaign Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services for the kindness they expressed to us during this time.

Memorials may be made to an organization of the donor’s choice.

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