Scott D. Haney

Scott “Scooter” Haney, 52, of Astoria, IL, passed away at 11:05 am on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at his home. He was born on Sunday, March 4, 1973 in Macomb, IL, the son of Phillip E. “Joe” Haney, Jr. and Patty Reedy. Scooter married Tina Bollinger on July 2, 1999 in Lewistown, IL. She survives.

Also surviving are his two sons; Johnathan Dean Bollinger of Summum, IL and Jacob Alan (and Sarah Hopping) Haney of Astoria, seven grandchildren; Zoey, Dakota, Elizabeth, Zakiah, Parker, Oaklynn and Oliver, mother; Patty Reedy Maloney of Lewistown, IL, sister; Mandy (and Marty) Shannon of Bushnell, IL, brother-in-law; John (and Mary Kay) Bollinger of Astoria, sister-in-law; Sara Bollinger and Dan Franklin of Astoria, and several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his father; Joe, paternal grandparents; “Farmer” John and Ruby Haney, and his maternal-grandparents; Pauline and Dean Reedy.

Scooter enjoyed fishing, hunting, motorcycle riding, camping, NASCAR, and hanging out with his grandchildren.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A celebration of life will be held at 12 noon on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at the Vermont American Legion. Memorials may be made to the Scott Haney Memorial Fund in care of the Table Grove State Bank.

Charlotte L. Booth

Charlotte L. Booth, 93, of Elmwood, passed away at 11:28 p.m., on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at Carle Health Methodist in Peoria, IL.

Charlotte was born January 16, 1932, in Galesburg, to Lynn and Doris (Galpin) Sherman. Charlotte married Sterling R. Booth Jr. on July 6, 1952, at Elba Center Church. He preceded her in death on May 6, 2004.

Charlotte is survived by three children, Mary Lynn (the late Nathan Sr.) Mims of Galesburg, Sarah Booth (Greg) Riss of Hilton Head, SC, and Richard Lee (Jody) Booth of Yates City; six grandchildren, Nathan Jr., Jodi, Matthew, Jason, Dori, and Cori; and thirteen great-grandchildren.

Charlotte is also preceded in death by her parents; and three brothers, Gene Sherman, Gale Sherman, and Charles Sherman.

Charlotte was a member of the Eastern Stars, Daughters of the Nile, and the Elmwood United Methodist Church. She was very involved at the church, especially with attending the women’s group, helping with the funeral dinners, and playing the piano for services.

A funeral service will be held at noon on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at the Elmwood United Methodist Church. A visitation will be held prior to the service the same day, from 10:00 a.m. to noon, at the church. Burial will immediately follow at Yates City Cemetery. Food and fellowship will then follow at the Elmwood United Methodist Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Elmwood United Methodist Church.

To view Charlotte’s video tribute or to leave online condolences, please visit oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Elmwood is in charge of arrangements.

Robert W. Perrine, Jr.

Robert W. Perrine Jr, 71, of Canton, passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at the Graham Hospital E.R.

He was born on May 21, 1954 in Quincy, IL to Robert W. Sr and Alice (Noe) Perrine. They preceded him in death along with one sister, Brenda Masters-Bastian.

He married Melissa S. Hull on December 30, 1978 in Peoria. She survives.

Also surviving are his sons, Dustin (Brenda) Perrine of Canton, Adam (Melissa L.) Perrine of Canton, sisters, Cheri Stanley of East Peoria, Peggy Smith of Bartonville, four grandchildren, Sydney, Ainslee, Tristan, and Silas and several nieces and nephews.

Robert worked for Flemming-Potter in Peoria and later for RenMark in Bowling Green, KY retiring in 2015. He enjoyed gardening and working on old cars. Most of all he was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.

Cremation rites have been accorded through Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton and a private burial of his ashes will be held at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton.

Memorials may be made to Canton Crush Sports Teams.

To leave online condolences please visit oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Sandra Gail Kinzey

Sandra G. Geier - Kinzey, 80, of East Peoria, passed away at 5:38 am on Monday, September 8, 2025 at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria. She was born on August 9th, 1945 in Peoria, IL to Albert F. and Ruth L. (Zahner) Geier.

Sandra is survived by one Son, Jeff (Trish) Hays, two Grandchildren, Camden (Hallee) Hays and Delaney Hays, two great grandchildren, Phillip and Lucy Hays; one brother, Michael A. (Linda) Geier, seven sisters, Cheryl K. (late Douglas) Fraser, Gerry M. (Dennis) Widenhammer, Deborah A. (Jim) Peckham, Jill C. (late Afton) Booth, Janice E. (late Dean) Phillips, Barbara A. (Bill) Runyon.

She is preceded in death by two brothers, Gene Robert Geier and James David Geier.

Sandra worked as a bookkeeper for the International Painters Union and later for the Carpenters Union in Springfield, IL retiring from the Carpenters Union. Sandra had a love for the outdoors and enjoyed her flowers and working in her yard. She loved her family time, a good cup of coffee and lots of laughter. She brought joy into every gathering and will be remembered for her positive attitude and tenacity.

Sandra’s funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, September 15th, 2025 at Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Farmington, Illinois, where visitation will be from 10:00 AM until the time of the services. Rev. Kevin Van Tine will officiate. Burial will be held at Trivoli Cemetery in Trivoli, IL following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Trivoli Township Cemetery District Fundraiser at Trivoli Township Cemetery District, P O Box 83, Trivoli, IL 61569. To view Sandra’s DVD or to make an online condolence, you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Jessie Margaret (Umholtz) Isbell

Farmington- Jessie Margaret (Umholtz) Isbell, 93, of Elmwood, formerly of Hanna City, passed away at 5:30 PM on Friday, September 5, 2025 at Courtyard Estates of Farmington. She was born on March 11, 1932 in Mapleton, a daughter of Clinton Kelly and Mary Margaret (Haines) Umholtz. She married Justa Ronald Isbell on March 30, 1956 in Peoria. He preceded her in death.

Also, preceding Jessie in death were her parents, one son, Judd (Betty) Isbell, five brothers; Clinton (Shirley) Umholtz, John (Julia) Umholtz, William Umholtz, Charles (Darlene) Umholtz and Thomas Umholtz, three sisters; Nancy (Roscoe) Cape, Anna (Danny) David and Mary (Stanley) Mallory, two grandchildren; Ashley and Robert.

Surviving are her children; Teresa (Mark) Corse of Russell, PA; John (Rosalyn) Isbell of Grafton, WI; Terry (Lynn) Isbell of Elmwood, IL, fourteen grandchildren; Clinton, Cary, Joshua, Christine, Aaron, Jamie, Kelly, Elizabeth, Katelyn, Noah, Job, Paul, eighteen great-grandchildren; Eric, Peter, Kyle, Nellwyn, Gill, Trent, Monet, Matai, Mayja, Paige, Brooklyn, Rowan, Gwendolyn, Llewellyn, Ellen, Jacqueline, Liam, Madelyn, Annie and two great-great-grandchildren.

Jessie was a dedicated homemaker, a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a beloved sister in Christ as, she loved her Lord, and attended Bethel Baptist Church in Peoria, and later Trinity Lutheran Church in Peoria. She was an avid mushroom hunter and she also enjoyed gardening and riding her bike while her husband ran. She particularly liked the spring bike rides when she could stop and pick wild asparagus along the roadsides. Most of all, she treasured her children and grandchildren where she had a special glow of love for them and a sparkle in her eyes as she played, cared for, and lead them through life with the true personification of agape love.

A graveside service and burial will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at Smithville Cemetery in rural Hanna City. Pastor Mark Nelson will officiate. A celebration of life gathering will be held following the graveside service at Trinity Lutheran Church, 135 NE Randolph Ave. Peoria, Illinois 61606. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. To leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Gerald “Jerry” Baum

Gerald “Jerry” Baum, 89, of Canton, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025 at OSF St Francis Hospital in Peoria.

He was born on November 20, 1935 in Bryant to Jay and Myrtle (Schuck) Baum.

He married Sandra Hayes on June 8, 1958 in Bryant. She preceded him in death on April 8, 2022.

Also preceding him in death are his two brothers, Billy and Junior Baum and his two sisters, Ruth Lidwell and Irene Baum.

Jerry worked for 30 years at International Harvester in Canton retiring in 1984. He later worked for Wheelers Truck Garage. He enjoyed to antique and was an avid St Louis Cardinal fan. He was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, September 12, 2025 at 10 am at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton.

Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton in charge of the arrangements.

Memorials may be made to Fulton County Humane Society or Wesley United Methodist Church.

To leave online condolences please visit oakshinesfuneralhome.com

John V. Parkin

John Vincent Parkin, 82, of Manito, passed away at his home at 8:00 a.m., on Monday, September 8, 2025. He was born April 21, 1943, in Spring Lake Township, Tazewell County, to Charles D. and Helen J. (Screen) Parkin. He married Patricia J. Wenskunas on February 17, 1973, in Pekin, Illinois.

John is survived by his wife, Patricia, of Manito; four children: Ryan Andrew (Tiffany) Parkin, of Westfield, Indiana, Anthony J.C. (Sarah) Parkin, of Manito, Matthew Paul (Heather) Parkin, of Carthage, Illinois, and Jessica Rose (Shannon) Risley, of Sullivan, Illinois; thirteen grandchildren; as well as three siblings: Mary Watson, of Manito, Alice Waldinger, of Bradford, Illinois, and Josephine Hinkle, of Manito. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, James Parkin.
John was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, in Manito. He served in the Illinois Army National Guard and was a member of Hill Palmer American Legion Post #561, in Manito, for 53 years. He was also a member of the Manito Optimist Club from 1969, until it closed. He owned and operated Manito Oil and Propane, in Manito for 54 years. He was a loving father and friend that will not only be missed by his family, but by the entire Manito community.
Rosary will be prayed at 4:00 p.m. and visitation will follow at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, in Manito, on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. Funeral mass will be held on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. also at his church. Burial will follow the mass at St. Frederick’s Catholic Cemetery, in Manito. Fr. Geoff Horton and Deacon Bob Sondag will officiate.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, or Immaculate Conception Building Fund. Online memorial messages may be left for the family at www.hurleyfh.com (http://www.hurleyfh.com/).
Maas-Hurley Funeral Home, in Manito, is in charge of arrangements.