Ottawa – Michael P. Pozar, 58, of Ottawa, formerly of Peoria, died at 10:00 AM on Wednesday June 26, 2013 at OSF St Francis Medical Center in Peoria. He was born March 25, 1955 in Ottawa to Harry and Edith (Parker) Pozar. He was preceded in death by his parents. He married Mary Everhart Casterline. She survives and resides in Metamora. He is survived by one son, Corbin Pozar, also of Metamora. Mike also had several canine companions that held a special place in his heart. Mike was a talented self-educated artist, writer and cook. He wrote a pizza cookbook, a fantasy novel and the play “Survivor” along with several short stories. He enjoyed working with leather, painting and drawing. He had been active in theater in Peoria & Ottawa for many years as an actor, techie and playwright. He was a member of the Society for Creative Anachronism and participated in the Old English Faire each summer. He worked as an art educator for PARC and also with the clients at Heart of Illinois Special Recreation Association and Ottawa’s Friendship House. He was also well-known for his pizza making skills at Ottawa’s Bianchi’s. Cremation rites have been accorded. There will be no service. Deiters Funeral Home and Crematory in Washington is handling arrangements.
Michael is laid to rest in the Garden of Psalms.