Name This Peoria Landmark

Frozen in mid-stride.

At the Abington St entrance to lower Glen Oak Park. Plaque reads:

Michael Sonnemaker

1949 – 1986

Mike Sonnemaker was a core member and legal counsel for the Illinois Valley Striders – Peoria’s running club. He also was a fine runner, strong volunteer and great supporter of the Steamboat Classic, Peoria’s premier running event, which runs both ways past this sculpture – in and out of Glen Oak Park. Mike’s dedication, excellence and persistence – as an attorney, runner and volunteer – serve as an inspiration to the Illinois Valley Striders and runners everywhere.

Dedicated June, 1998 as part of the twenty-fifth year celebration of the Illinois Valley Striders and the Steamboat Classic.

Thanks to David and Isaac.

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