The Haunted Cemeteries and Ghosts of Peoria State Hospital

Thousands of former patients from the Peoria State Hospital lie buried in four cemeteries scattered across the quiet hills of Bartonville, Illinois. Many of these graves bear no names—only numbers—marking the final resting place of souls long forgotten. In this video, we explore the haunted history and chilling ghost stories tied to these cemeteries and the asylum they once served. You’ll hear the tragic story of Rhoda Derry, a young woman whose suffering became one of the darkest chapters in the hospital’s history, and the ghostly tale of Manual Bookbinder, the kindhearted patient whose spirit is still said to roam the grounds. From the asylum’s compassionate founding by Dr. George Zeller to the countless reports of paranormal encounters in the cemeteries, this episode uncovers the haunting legacy of one of Illinois’ most haunted places. 👻 Have you ever visited the Peoria State Hospital or its cemeteries? Share your experiences and ghost stories in the comments below. ➡ Subscribe to my channel:    / @strangeandsinister1   ➡ Become a channel member:    / @strangeandsinister1   ➡ Do you have a ghost photo to share, or do you want to suggest a haunted place for a future video? You can reach me at [email protected]. 📽 Timestamps: 00:00 Thousands Buried Without Names 00:58 The Ghost of Manual Bookbinder 5:31 Rhoda Derry's Tragic Life and Ghost 11:07 Paranormal Encounters in the Asylum Cemeteries 13:30 The Dark Side of Peoria State Hospital