Don Peasley
for Logan
County Coroner
Logan County Coroner Don Peasley Seeks Second Term
February 5, 2024
Lincoln, IL – Logan County Coroner, Don Peasley, is seeking reelection for the term beginning December 2024.
Don’s first term began in 2020. Each year he has exceeded the required 24 hours of education with the Illinois Coroner & Medical Examiners Association (ICMEA). He has diligently worked with local and state law enforcement agencies, and our court systems, to complete thorough death investigations.
“I have been honored to lead the coroner’s office these last 3 years, and I would appreciate the community’s support in continuing that role,” shared Don. “Serving grieving families with care, dignity, and respect during a difficult time has been my life’s work. Every election is important, from primary to general, and I am asking for your support, first in the republican primary and then in November.”
Don has spent much of his adult life serving and working with first responders and emergency personnel. In his twenties, Don became a licensed volunteer Emergency Medical Technician, serving in this capacity for over 22 years with the Atlanta Rescue Squad. And since 2014, Don has brought his own experiences to the Logan County Paramedic Board. Don is also a member of several volunteer civic, fraternal, and professional organizations. He holds an Associate in Applied Science degree from Mid-America College of Funeral Service and has been a licensed funeral director and embalmer in Illinois for nearly 30 years. He owns and operates Peasley Funeral Homes in Lincoln (since 2002) and Atlanta (since 2006).
Please contact Don with questions regarding his candidacy by calling 217-732-8141 or email DonPeasleyForCoroner@outlook.com.
Don Peasley Announces Bid to Serve as Logan County Coroner
September 4, 2019
Lincoln, IL -- Logan County small business owner and civic leader, Don Peasley, is honored to announce his candidacy for Logan County Coroner.
As a licensed funeral director of more than 25 years Don has guided families through the loss of a loved one. If elected Logan County Coroner, "I promise to continue serving grieving families with care, dignity, and respect," Don shared. "Serving people during a difficult time has been my life's work, and I would appreciate the community's support when considering their next leader of the Logan County Coroner's office."
Service is a way of life for Don Peasley. Don has spent much of his adult life serving and working with first responders and emergency personnel. In his twenties, Don became a licensed volunteer Emergency Medical Technician, serving in this capacity for over 22 years with the Atlanta Rescue Squad. And since 2014, Don has brought his own experiences to the Logan County Paramedic Board.
In 2002, when he achieved his dream of becoming a Logan County small business owner, Don became an active member of the Lincoln Rotary Club, eventually serving as president. He has also been a member of Atlanta Masonic Lodge #165 since 1994 and Ansar Shrine and Logan County Shrine for many years.
Since childhood, Don has happily given his time, resources, and leadership abilities to the people of Logan County. Don first saw the fruits of service to community and county as a child in Logan County 4-H and high school FFA. As an adult, he has stepped into many community roles. In 2005, Don was asked to serve on the Lincoln Park District Board and has been elected to that position three times. The Courier recognized Don's service to community in 2013 by designating him a Citizen of the Month.
Many Illinois counties are served in the office of Coroner by active funeral directors. "As Logan County Coroner, I would abide by the Illinois Coroners and Medical Examiners Association Code of Ethics which states that 'the Coroner will not allow the duties, decisions, and obligations to be deferred, influenced, or impeded by personal feelings, prejudices, or friendships and conflicts of interest will be avoided,'" affirms Don Peasley.
Please contact Don with questions regarding his candidacy by calling 217-732-8141 or email DonPeasleyForCoroner@outlook.com. Visit www.DonPeasleyForCoroner.com
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