Betty Bello

Betty Bello, 76, of Trivoli, passed away at 11:52 PM on Monday, September 28, 2015 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center. Arrangements are pending at Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Farmington, IL.

Teddy Ray Schmidt

Lewistown-  Teddy Ray Schmidt, 66, of Lewistown passed away at 9:30 AM Tuesday September 29, 2015 at Prairieview Care Center in Lewistown.

He was born December 8, 1948 at Canton the son of Ray and Mary (Hickman) Schmidt. They preceded him in death. Surviving are one brother, Roy (Linda) Schmidt of Lewistown, and one sister, Janet (John) Weber also of Lewistown.

Teddy worked many years for Burlington Northern Railroad as a foreman over the trestle bridge crew. He enjoyed collecting model trains.

Cremation will be accorded. There will be no services. Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.henrylange.com.

Thelma E. (Bolen) Walton Brown

 

Thelma E. (Bolen) Walton Brown, 97, of Canton passed away at 1:35 PM, Saturday, September 27, 2015 at Heartland Health Care Center in Canton, Illinois.  She was born on November 29, 1917 in Torch, Missouri to Lindzy and Nancy Janie (Cozart) Bolen.  Thelma first married Joseph D. Walton and later married Wayne D. Brown.  He preceded her in death.  Also preceding her in death were her parents, 6 brothers, and 3 sisters.

 

Surviving is 2 children; Eddie (Donna) Walton and Deava Walton both of Canton, 6 grand children, 11 great grand children, 7 great-great-grandchildren, 1 sister-in-law and several nieces and nephews.

 

Private services will be Saturday at White Chapel. Her grand children will be pallbearers.  Thelma loved her family and was an avid animal lover.  Her grandson Kenneth posted on facebook something I had not thought of but now that he has done the thinking, I am going to steal it from him. I'm sure he won't mind.  Thelma enjoyed a long, full life, and has seen so much. How's this; 17 presidents, 2 husbands, 2 world wars, Korean and Vietnam wars, Hippies, bra burning, booze and pot being legal, then illegal, and then legal again, The Great Depression, the list goes on and on.  Arrangements by Murphy-Sedgwick Memorial Home in Canton.  To make online condolences you can go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Ronald Irwin Ford

Canton – Ronald Irwin Ford, 77, of Canton, passed away at 2:47 PM on Friday, September 25, 2015 at OSF St. Francis. He was born April 4, 1938 in Canton to Clarence and Leona (Curtis) Ford. They preceded him in death.

Surviving are two children, Karen Embree of Canton and Carolyn Ford of Galesburg; one grandson Brandon Embree of Canton; two brothers, Robert Ford of Nebraska and Donald Ford of Rushville; and one sister Linda McCue of Mesa, Arizona.

Ronald worked for Caterpillar and retired in 1985. He was a lifelong member of the Moose Lodge.

Cremation rites have been accorded. Murphy-Sedgwick Memorial Home is in charge of arrangements. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Former Spoon River College President, Hearl C. Bishop, passes away at the age of 94. Hearl Bishop

Canton –At the time of his passing, he was a resident of Farmington Country Manor, Farmington, IL. Mr. Bishop was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Ilene (Dickey) Bishop in 2000. They had been married since 1946. He is survived by sons, Dan Bishop (Connie Huttes Bishop), Jack Bishop (Karla Hatcher Bishop), and his daughter, Beth Chapman (Philip Chapman).  Grandchildren, Amy Deakin, Emily Deakin Harmony (Faron Harmony), Jennifer Bishop (Justin Hood) and Katie Bishop.  Along with great-grandchildren, Ashlyn Deakin, Dustin, Jadlyn, Victoria, and Faron Harmony and Hunter Hood.  Also, survived by two brothers, Bill (Paducah, KY) and Bruce Bishop; and sister, Louise (Bishop) Eastwood from Southern Illinois.
Mr. Bishop was born in Karnak, IL, a small town in Southern IL, December 24, 1920.  He attended Southern Illinois University where he received his BA degree and Masters in Education.  He was the Agriculture teacher at Eldorado High School, from 1946-1961.  He then advanced his career into education administration.  He was hired as the Assistant Principal at Ridgeway High School, Ridgeway, IL for two years.
He moved his family North and continued in the administration field as Principal at Mahomet-Seymour High School, Mahomet, IL, 1963-1966.  While working in the school district, he worked on his doctorate in Business Administration at University of Illinois.
In 1966, his career brought him to Canton, IL.  He was hired as the Dean of Canton Community College, which was located in the downtown area.  He was the pioneer, along with the valued assistance of Dr. William Taylor and Harold Swartzbaugh, with many supporters who worked tirelessly for two years to realize a successful referendum to see CCC rise to a Class I Junior College status in 1968.  The community junior college would become known as Spoon River College.  Groundbreaking began in 1972, for the new campus on the outskirts of Canton.  Mr. Bishop was named the first President while with the college, continuing his work until his retirement in 1978.
The dedication of Mr. Bishop’s endeavor for higher education inspired growth with three satellite campuses in Central IL in the cities of Macomb, Rushville, and Havana, after his retirement.
He enjoyed his days of leisure golfing with friends and challenging rounds with his sons.  The three enjoyed fishing locally; and trips out West which proved to be adventurous for the threesome.  He enjoyed playing billiards at the Canton Senior Center.  He lived his life to the fullest and was a pillar in the Canton community.
Visitation will be at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home, 1601 E. Chestnut St., Canton, IL, Friday evening, October 2, from 5-7 p.m.  Funeral services, 11:00 a.m. Saturday October 3, will be at Wesley United Methodist Church, 120 N. Ave A, Canton, IL.  Graveside services will follow at Shields Chapel Cemetery and a luncheon will be served at the church afterwards.
Mr. Bishop resided on West Maple Street in Canton, IL.  Mailing address is c/o Beth Chapman, 109 Pleasant St. PO Box 176, Emden, IL  62635.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Canton Senior Center at Big Creek Park.
To leave online condolences, please visit Oaks-Hines Funeral Home

Monica L. Johnson

Lewistown- Monica L. (Gibbons) Johnson, 54, of Bloomington and formerly of Lewistown passed away Saturday September 26, 2015 at her home.

She was born April 4, 1961 at Beardstown, the daughter of Gerald and Sharon (Taylor) Gibbons. She married Phil Johnson in 1980 at Havana and from this union they had one son, Nathan (Morgan) Johnson of Lewistown. Also surviving are her father and step-mother Gerald (Jeannette) Gibbons of Lewistown, three sisters, Lori Ogden of Aurora, Joy (James) Hagaman of Lewistown, and Cindy (Brian) Renfro of Bloomington, three grandchildren, Sailor Johnson, Paisley Johnson, and Camden Johnson all of Lewistown. She was preceded in death by her mother.

Monica worked many years as a sales rep in Bloomington. She enjoyed crafts, painting, and she loved her animals.

Cremation will be accorded. A celebration of life service will be held at 7:00 PM Wednesday September 30th at the Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown with Reverend Danie deBeer officiating. Visitation will be held from 5-7 PM Wednesday at the memorial home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fulton County Humane Society. To view Monica’s life tribute video or to send online condolences visit www.henrylange.com.

Marjorie M. Wherley

Name:    Marjorie M. Wherley                          Age:    96
Address:    Lafayette Square, Macomb, IL, formerly of Table Grove, IL
Date of Death:    Saturday, September 26, 2015         Time:  5:40 p.m.    
Place:        The Elms, Macomb, IL
Date of Birth:     January 18, 1919        Place:   Oakland Twp., Schuyler Co., IL
Parents:    Roy and Nellie (Morrell) Heaton
Married:    Robert Wherley on May 17, 1941 in Kahoka, MO.  He preceded her in death on July 17, 1998.
Survivors:    Daughter-in-Law-Michelle Wherley of Table Grove, IL
        Grandson-Anthony (and Rhonda) Wherley of Mason City, IL
        Granddaughter-Christy Wherley of Macomb, IL
        3 Great-Grandchildren:  Hannah, Gage, and Cole Wherley of Mason City, IL
        Brother-Jim (and Opal) Heaton of Astoria, IL
        Brother-Stanley “Bill” Heaton of Quincy, IL
Preceded by:     Husband, Son-Dennis Wherley, 4 sisters-Nedra Andrews, Melba Rhodes,        Louise “Poodge” Parr, and Wanda Brown, and 1 brother-Franklin “Bud”
        Heaton.
Occupation:    1937 graduate of Vermont High School and a 1939 graduate of Western Illinois Teachers College.  She taught school for 8 years, 2 years at Shinn School, 2 years at Hazel Green School, and 4 years at Table Grove School where she taught 5th and 6th grade.
Military:         No
Memberships:   Former member of the Table Grove Community Church where she served as Treasurer for 21 years.  She was also active in the Women’s Fellowship, where she was treasurer from 1980 to 2004.  She was a member of the Laurel Star Chapter 852, Order of the Eastern Star in Table Grove where she was past Worthy Matron.  She was a member of the HEA for many years.  Marjorie was part of The Crossing family of Macomb, IL. 
Services:     11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 30, 2015
Place:          Shawgo Memorial Home, Astoria, IL
Officiating:     TBA
Visitation:          1 Hour prior to the services on Wednesaday
Interment:     cremation rites have been accorded with interment of ashes held at the
        Harris Cemetery in Table Grove at a later date.
Memorials:      McDonough District Hospice, Macomb, IL
Services By:  Shawgo Memorial Home, Astoria, IL. Online condolences may
                           be given to the family at www.shawgomemorialhome.org

Royce H Mayo

Royce H Mayo celebration of life service will be Oct 3rd at 10am at Veteran's Memorial site at Lakeland Park Ranger Station, Canton, Illinois. Royce passed away on May 24, 2015. Following at 5pm that evening, Family and Friends are invited to attend a pot luck reception at the home of Marion and Barb Kuzniar.

James H. Roberts

Canton- James H. Roberts, 68, of rural Canton, passed away at 9:20 AM Thursday September 24, 2015 at his home.

He was born July 14, 1947 at Canton, the son of James E. and Mary A. (Hurley) Roberts. He married Barbara Ann Angotti on January 4, 1967 at Toulon, IL. She survives along with his mother, Mary A. Roberts of Havana, two daughters, Tina Jo Roberts (Dan Buehl) of Janesville, WI; and Tellia (Keith) Van Der Leest of Jacksonville, FL; five grandchildren, Jory, James, Morgan, Meagan, and Kirsten, one brother, Joe (Pam) Roberts of Pekin, and two sisters, Mary Jo  (Marshall) Black of Canton, and Jodi (David) Pascal of Winnebago. He was preceded in death by his father, James E Roberts, and one brother, John Roberts.

Jim served in the Army from 1966-1968 and the National Guard from 1968-1970. He was a recipient of a Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and Marksman Rife Medal. He started working at the General Motors plant in Janesville, WI, in 1968 and transferred to the Fort Wayne, IN plant where he retired in 2002 after 34 years of service.

He was a member of St. Mary’ Catholic Church in Lewistown, and was also a member of the Lewistown VFW Post 5001, and ABATE of Illinois. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, a good motorcycle ride, and hot dog roasts.

Services will be held at 10:30 AM Monday at St. Mary’s Church in Lewistown, with Father Anthony Bernas officiating. Visitation will be held Sunday from 3-5 PM at Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown with a rosary service at 5 PM. Burial will be in Maryville Cemetery at Bryant with military rites accorded by Lewistown VFW Post 5001 and American Legion Bishop Post 1. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Lewistown VFW Post 5001 or the Wounded Warrior Project. To view Jim’s life tribute video or to send condolences visit www.henrylange.com

Bruce A. Hart

Lewistown- Bruce A. Hart, 54, of Gridley and formerly of Lewistown passed away at 8:55 PM Thursday September 24, 2015 at Advocate BroMenn Medical Center in Normal.

He was born March 23, 1961 at Canton the son of Harold and Peggy (Trone) Hart. He married Leslie Lagda on July 1, 2011 at Manila, Philippines. She survives. Also surviving are two brothers, Clayton (Trisha) Hughes of Lewistown, and James Hughes of Illinois. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Bruce worked as a dry operator at Watershed Foods in Gridley. He was an avid St. Louis Cardinals and Pittsburg Steelers fan.

A visitation will be held from 5-7 PM Monday September 28th at the Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown. Cremation will be accorded following visitation. To send online condolences visit www.henrylange.com

Ricky A. Windsor

Cuba – Ricky A. Windsor, 50, of Cuba, passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2015.
He was born on March 22, 1965 in Long Beach California to Carl and Patricia (Ault) Windsor.  They preceded him in death.
He married Candy Hendryx on May 4, 1985 in Cuba.  She survives.
Also surviving are his sons, Chad (Sara) Gilpin of Cuba, Travis (Whitney “Freedubs”)Windsor of Cuba, Ryan Windsor of Cuba, one brother Kevin (Linda) Windsor of Ohio, five grandchildren, Alexis, Zachary, Nicholas, Makayla and Quentin, one uncle, Larry (Karen) Windsor of Ottawa, nieces, Jennifer Windsor, Bridget Coulter and nephews, Dustin Windsor and Tyler Coulter.
One nephew T.J. Coulter also preceded him in death.
Ricky worked for NTN Bower in Macomb.  He was an avid Cubs, Raiders and North Fulton Sports fan.  He also enjoyed playing bags, trivia, pitch and games in general.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing.
A visitation will be held Sunday, September 27, 2015, from 2-5 pm, at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton with a funeral service on Monday, at 10 am, at the funeral home.  Burial will be at the Cuba Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the North Fulton Boys Spaghetti Supper.
To view Ricky’s tribute video, or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Marquita White

Marquita White 28, of Canton passed away Wednesday, September 23 at the Renaissance Care Center in Canton.  Arrangements pending Murphy-Sedgwick Memorial Home in Canton.

James Roberts

Canton- James Roberts, 68, of rural Canton, passed away at 9:20 AM Thursday September 24, 2015 at his home. Arrangements are pending at Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown.

Charles Hezlep

 

Canton – Charles N. Hezlep, 66, of Canton, passed away at 12:36 PM on Wednesday September 23, 2015 at Graham Hospital. He was born May 31, 1949 in Canton to Wilmer and Beverly (Orwig) Hezlep. Charles married Vicki Kemper in 1998. She preceded him in death, also preceding him in death were his parents.

 

Surviving are one daughter, Neilee Hezlep of Peoria; one cousin, Maureen (James) Franciskovich of Canton; one second cousin Doug (Stacy) Kosier of Canton; and two third cousins, Isabella and Ian Kosier. 

 

Charles worked as an Engineer for Rohn Products in Peoria. He was also a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

 

Graveside service will be at 11:00 AM Friday, October 2, 2015 at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton. Visitation will be from 10:15-10:45 AM at Murphy-Sedgwick Memorial Home in Canton. Memorials can be made to the Fulton County Humane Society. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Daryl J. Reid

Daryl J. Reid, 73, of Canton, IL passed away at 11:45 PM on Tuesday, September 22, 2015 at Graham Hospital. He was born October 11, 1941 in Canton to Dewey and Audrey (Winner) Reid. He married Nelda Richey on November 23, 1965 in Lewiston, IL. She preceded him on January 2, 2005. Also preceding him in death are his parents and two brothers; Robert and Bernard Reid.

Surviving are two children; Kirk Reid of Canton, and Kip (Lucero) Reid of El Paso, TX, two grandchildren; Ethan and Kara Reid of Prescott, AZ, two step grandchildren; Julian and Christina Vargas of El Paso, TX, and one brother James Reid of Canton.

Daryl worked as a Laborer at International Harvester Company. He served in the Navy from 1960 to 1964.

Services will be 11:00 AM Monday, September 28, 2015 at Murphy-Sedgwick Memorial Home in Canton where visitation will be 1 hour prior to services.  The Rev. Monroe Bailey will officiate.  Burial will follow in White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton.  To view Daryl’s DVD or make online condolences you can go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Fred Dick Jr.

Canton – Fred L. Dick Jr., 46, of Canton, died at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 22, 2015 at his residence.

He was born in Rushville, IL on September 29, 1968 to Fred L. Sr. and Janice (Ford) Dick.

Surviving is his father of Canton, mother Janice Steagall of Rupert, ID, four siblings Brenda Long of Tennessee, Daniel Dick of Canton, Heather (Jeff) Bollinger of Astoria, and Shellie Hoerr of St. David, several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Fred P. Dick and Maxine Dick Sackman and maternal grandparents Elmer and Genny Ford.

Fred worked in general manufacturing labor and enjoyed cars and motorcycles.

Cremation rites have been accorded.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 25 at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton, where visitation will be held one hour prior.

Burial will be at Apple Cemetery in rural Lewistown.

Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.

Online condolences may be posted at www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com.

Donald R. Hibbetts

Liverpool - Donald Richard Hibbetts, 65, of Liverpool passed away Monday, September 21, 2015, at Graham Hospital in Canton.
He was born June 25, 1950, in Peoria to Harry and Della (LaMaster) Hibbetts.  He married Robin (Dodd) Edwards on August 21, 2002, in Gatlinburg, TN.  She survives.
Also surviving are his parents of Inverness, FL; two daughters, Jenett (Steve Rice) Charle of Peoria and Hilary (Benji Keime) Edwards of Lewistown; one son, Andrew (Misty McKenzie Beaird) Edwards of Liverpool; the apple of his eye, granddaughter MaKayla Keime, whom he adored; and furbabies Zoe, Louis, Pepper, and Lucky.  Also surviving are two brothers, Mike Hibbetts of Floral City, FL and Jerry (Kelly) Hibbetts of Inverness, FL; sister-in-law, Lori (Ed) Knowles of Liverpool; brother-in-law, Jacob (Kelly) Dodd of Roseville; nieces Chasey Hibbetts and Jayda Brown-Dodd; nephews Jeramy Hibbetts, Dustin Knowles, Kole Dodd, and Brody Dodd; and parents-in-law, Sherrill and Gene Wilcoxen of Liverpool and Ellen and Loyd Leon Dodd of Fiatt.
Donnie was a graduate of Manuel High School and served four years in the United States Navy aboard the USS Proteus.  Donnie worked at Keystone Steel and Wire Company in Bartonville for 47 years, retiring in June of 2015.  He enjoyed hunting with his friends and loved the camping and fishing trips he and Robin shared.  He felt an afternoon in the boat with Robin and Zoe at Mark Twain Lake or Duck Island was an absolutely perfect time.  He liked NASCAR and was a fan of Mark Martin.  He relished the trips to Daytona International Speedway he and Robin took every year.  Whether it was in a deer stand, the boat, the camper, or gathered around the table with family, Donnie appreciated the moments he shared with his family and friends.
Cremation rites have been accorded.  A Celebration of Life will be held at the Village Hall in Liverpool on Sunday, September 27, 2015, at 1:00 p.m. with a bereavement dinner immediately following.  Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to an education fund for his granddaughter MaKayla that has been established at Ipava State Bank.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Robert Bull

Breeds – Robert “Bob” Bull, 77, of Breeds died at 5:00 a.m. on Monday, September 21, 2015, at his home.
He was born June 12, 1938, in Canton to Roy and Blanche (Postin) Bull.  He married Mildred Ruth Eldridge on August 31, 1957, in Canton.  She preceded him in death on October 14, 2012.
He is survived by two children, Rob (Kim) Bull and Richard (Margaret) Bull, both of Canton; one son-in-law, Steve Russell of Canton; one sister, Shirley (Alfred) Wilcoxen of OH; ten grandchildren, Rodney Bull, Dusty Bull, Rachel Koehl, Joshua Russell, Roy Bull, Kylee Bull, Richard Bull, Vincent Bull, Tahnee Bull, and Carlie Bull; seventeen great-grandchildren; and his beloved dog, Lucky.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two children, Rod Bull and Becky Russell; and three brothers, Don, Ted, and Gene Bull.
Bob worked for International Harvester in Canton, retiring after 30 years.  He was the owner/operator of Bull’s Tree Service, which he founded in 1972.  He enjoyed building birdhouses in his spare time.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 25, 2015, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton, where visitation will be held Thursday evening from 5-7 p.m.  Burial will be at Salem-Wilcoxen Cemetery in rural Bryant.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the cancer charity of the donor’s choice.
To view Bob’s tribute video, or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Marilyn R. Chenoweth

Name:    Marilyn R. Chenoweth                          Age:    80
Address:    Table Grove, IL
Date of Death:    Friday, September 18, 2015         Time:   8:56 p.m.    
Place:        her home
Date of Birth:     October 23, 1934        Place:    Ipava, IL
Parents:    Carl and Helena (Lohr) Leonard
Married:    Donald Chenoweth on January 1, 1952 in Ipava, IL. He preceded her in death on May 8, 2009.
Survivors:    Son- Daniel (and Tana) Chenoweth of Table Grove, IL
        Daughter- Bea LeMaster of Table Grove, IL
        Son- Doug (and Becky) Chenoweth of Lewistown, IL
        Son- Dennis (Jo) Chenoweth of Table Grove, IL
        6 Grandchildren: Bradley (and Kristen) Chenoweth, Melissa (and Tim) Ladage,            Amy (and Jeremiah) Simmons, Nathan LeMaster, Amanda (and Matthew) Klaska            and Kurtis (and Kaitlyn) Chenoweth
        17 Great-Grandchildren
Preceded by:      5 brothers: Clair, Clive, Carl, Phillip and Ray Leonard, 5 sisters: Bernice Daniel,              Virginia Dwyer, May Fern Kinzer, Maxine Immel and Shirley Montgomery
Occupation:    Farm wife
Military:         no
Memberships:    Table Grove Community Church, VIT School Board and the Fulton County School Board. She also enjoyed painting, cooking, mushrooming and craft items.
Services:       10:30 am on Wednesday, September 23, 2015
Place:          Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, IL
Officiating:     Rick Weiss
Visitation:          6-8 pm Tuesday, September 22, 2015
Interment:     Ipava Cemetery in Ipava, IL
Memorials:      McDonough District Hospice or Table Grove Fire Department
Services By:      Shawgo Memorial Home, Astoria, IL. Online condolences may be
                        given to the family at www.shawgomemorialhome.org

Donald R. Ames

Name:    Donald R. Ames                             Age:    85
Address:    Table Grove, IL
Date of Death:    Wednesday, September 16, 2015         Time:   11:25 p.m.    
Place:        St. Johns Hospital, Springfield, IL
Date of Birth:     January 3, 1930        Place:   Table Grove, IL
Parents:    Jesse and Laila (DeFord) Ames
Married:    Patricia Waters on August 23, 1951 in Ipava, IL. She survives.
Survivors:    Wife- Patricia Ames of Table Grove, IL
        Son- Gary (and Sherry Davenport) Ames of Table Grove, IL
        4 Grandchildren- Jesse Ames, Stephanie (and Jerry) Friday, Mackie (and
                        Bonnie) Davenport and Kenny (and Amber) Davenport.
        6 Great-Grandchildren                                        Sister- Bernita Arnett of Table Grove, IL
Preceded by:     Brother- Wendell Ames
Occupation:     Farmer
Military:         Army veteran of the Korean War, serving from 1951 to 1953
Memberships:   former member of the Table Grove American Legion.  He enjoyed fishing
                              and hunting.
Services:     11 am Monday, September 21, 2015 
Place:          Shawgo Memorial Home, Astoria, IL
Officiating:      TBA
Visitation:          1 hour prior to the services on Monday.
Interment:     Harris Cemetery, Table Grove, IL, with full military rites.
Memorials:      Table Grove Fire and Rescue Squad
Services By:  Shawgo Memorial Home, Astoria, IL. Online condolences may
                           be given to the family at www.shawgomemorialhome.org

Doris Hart

Canton – Doris E. Hart, 88, of Canton died at 4:18 p.m. on Tuesday, September 15, 2015, at her home.
She was born on January 3, 1927, in Banner Township, to Jess and Lola Courtney.  She married Earl Eugene Hart on July 5, 1946, in Lewistown.  He preceded her in death on May 14, 2012.
She is survived by her daughter, Tana (Wayne) Rittenberry of Whitestown, IN; one brother, Lyle (Ellen) Courtney of Cuba; two grandchildren, Sean (Amy) Rittenberry and Kimberly (Kyle) Hattenburg; and three great-grandchildren, Kailyn, Shae, and Kynleigh.
She was preceded in death by her parents and three sisters, Audry McMullin, Virginia Buckovich, and Muriel Chenoweth.
Doris was a housewife and enjoyed crocheting, reading, and bowling.  She attended Wesley United Methodist Church.
Funeral services will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, September 18, 2015, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton, where visitation will be held one hour prior to services.  Burial will be at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton.
Memorials may be made to Wesley United Methodist Church.
To view her tribute video, or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Gene Baldock

Cuba- Gene D. Baldock, 79, of rural Cuba passed away at 4:35 PM Tuesday September 15, 2015 at his home.

He was born March 28, 1936 at Canton the son of Joseph and Anna (Garret) Baldock. He married Marcia Taylor on May 3, 1959 at Lewistown. She survives. Also surviving are four daughters, Cindy Hezlep of Cuba, Daun (Jerry) Lillie of Lewistown, Teresa Fitch of Lewistown, and Tammy (Chris) Southwood of Astoria, one sister, Barbara (Eugene) Springer of Youngstown, OH; nine grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, and two infant granddaughters.

Gene retired from International Harvester in Canton with many years of service as a machine operator.  He served his country in the U.S. Army from 1959-1961. Gene was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan and also enjoyed fishing.

Cremation will be accorded. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday September 19, 2015 at Apple Cemetery at rural Lewistown. A military service will be conducted at the cemetery by the Lewistown VFW Post 5001 and the Lewistown American Legion Post 1. There will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Canton Veterinary Clinic in Canton. Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown is assisting the family with arrangements. To send online condolences visit www.henrylange.com.

Sawyer Ruth Fawcett

Sawyer Ruth Fawcett, of Ipava, was healed and went home to Jesus at 11:45 a.m. Sunday Sept. 13, 2015, at OSFF NICU in Peoria, IL.

She was born Sept. 6, 2015 in Peoria, a daughter of Clint and Emily Fawcett. She was welcomed into this world by her big brother Avery and big sisters Emerson and Hadley. Her maternal grandparents, David and Patricia Jones of Table Grove, paternal grandparents, Ben and Gretchen Fawcett of Ipava, and paternal great-grandmother, Wanda Fawcett of Ipava, along with her huge family also celebrated her arrival.

Our sweet Sawyer fought hard every day, and every day was a good day. The journey wasn’t what we had imagined, but we would choose it again today. We cling to the assurance of salvation and hope of heaven, as we live apart. Our peace in her passing comes from Psalm 139:13-16. “For you created Sawyer’s inmost being; you knit her together in her mother’s womb. We praise you because she was fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, we know that full well.  Her frame was not hidden from you when she was made in the secret place. When she was woven together in the depths of the earth, your eyes saw her unformed body. All the days ordained for Sawyer were written in your book before one of them came to be.” We were blessed with Sawyer Ruth and the great days we were given. Today is still a great day.

Services will be held at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria with Ken Peterson officiating. Visitation will be held Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2015 from 5-7. The funeral will be Thursday, Sept. 17, 2015 at 10:00 am.  Memorials may be made to OSF NICU or Peyton’s Promise (peytonspage.org). Online condolences may be given to the family at www.shawgomemorialhome.org.

Patricia A. Cyphers

Lewistown- Patricia A. (Cato) Cyphers, 71, passed away at 5:00 AM, Wednesday, August 19, 2015 at Heartland Health Care Center in Canton.  She was born on February 19, 1944 in Table Grove, IL. to Dean Reedy and Beatrice (Fawcett) Howard.  Pat married Tom Stufflebeam in 1961 and later married Gary Lee Cyphers.  Gary survives along with 3 children; Rodney L. Stufflebeam of Bushnell, IL, Robyn Stufflebeam and Michael Stufflebeam both of Lewistown, IL, 1 brother Gene Howard, 4 sisters; Kathy J. Howard of Canton, Jamie D. Howard of Springfield, Billie Furgerson of Canton and Roxann Fernetti of Canton, 9 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother Roger “Ramjet” Howard and a sister Donna Herrin.
Pat was a retired beautician, and a member of Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church in rural Lewistown, and VFW Auxiliary in Lewistown.
Services will be 2 PM Saturday, September 19, 2015 at the Mt. Pleasant Church in Rural Lewistown where visitation will be 1 hour prior.  Burial will follow in Table Grove Cemetery.  Cremation rites have been accorded.  Memorial contributions can be made to American Cancer Society or Veteran Administration.  Murphy-Sedgwick Memorial Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements.  To make online condolences you can go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Carla N. Little

Canton - Carla N. Little, 93, of Virden, formerly of Canton, passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2015 at the Sunrise Skilled Nursing Center.  She was born on September 24, 1921 to Salvino and Amelia (Montanari) Nuvoloni. She married Gerald Little on April 11, 1946 in Italy. He survives along with one son, John (Melissa) Little of Virden, two grandchildren; Caitlin Little and Maia Patino, and one great grandson. She was preceded in death by her parents, and two daughters; Lucia Little and Luciana Little.

Carla was a homemaker. She was a member of the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Canton.

Services will be at 11:00 AM, Thursday, September 17, 2015 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Canton, where visitation will be a half hour prior. Father Daniel Ebker will officiate. Cremation rites will be accorded following the services, there will be a burial of ashes at a later date, in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Canton, IL. Memorials may be made to Sunrise Skilled Nursing Center Activities Department. To make online condolences, you can go to

Susan Ann Smith

 

Susan Ann Smith, 66, of Canton passed away at 3:42 PM Friday, September 11, 2015 at the OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.  She was born on March 3, 1948 in Canton to Herman R. and Mildred G. (Gibson) Jones.  Sue married Stephen A. Smith in 1968.  He preceded her in death in December 2009.  Also preceding in death were a brother Robert, a sister Carolyn and her parents.  Surviving is 2 sons; Scott Smith and Shaun (Janice) Smith both of Canton, 2 brothers; Leroy (Bonnie) Jones of Rushville, and Larry (Gracie) Jones of Havana, and 3 sisters; Arlene (Marvin) Stuckey of Canton, Alice Wilson of Canton, and Rosie (Bill) Landis of Morris, IN.

Sue was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene.  Cremation rites have been accorded.  Murphy-Sedgwick Memorial Home is in charge of arrangements.  To make online condolences you can go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Catherine M. Stambaugh

Name:    Catherine M. Stambaugh                          Age:    86
Address:    Astoria, IL
Date of Death:    Thursday, September 10, 2015         Time:  12:26 a.m.    
Place:        Heritage Health, Beardstown, IL
Date of Birth:     April 3, 1929        Place:  Beardstown, IL
Parents:    Roland and Cecile (Griffen) Cooper
Married:    Phillip Dayle Stambaugh on November 22, 1946 in Beardstown, IL. Phillip preceded her in death on April 5, 2003.
Survivors:    Daughter- Rita (and Larry) Cunningham of Vermont, IL
        Granddaughter- Lisa (and Scott) Fawcett of Princeton, IL
        Granddaughter- Lora (and Scott) Adcock of Plymouth, IL
        5 Great-Grandchildren
        Brother- Donald (and Shirley) Cooper of Beardstown, IL
Preceded by:  5 sisters- Larita Cooper, Maxine Kuhlman, Patricia Hoosier, Eilene Bowers and Barbara Fowler, 2 Brothers- William and Ronald Cooper
Occupation:       Homemaker
Military:         No
Memberships:  Bader Christian Church, Astoria American Legion Auxiliary and was one
                             The Golden Gals. She also enjoyed gardening, flowers and reading.  
Services:      11:30 am on Saturday, September 12, 2015
Place:          Shawgo Memorial Home, Astoria, IL
Officiating:     Matt Haberman
Visitation:          1 Hour prior to the services on Saturday
Interment:     Astoria Cemetery, Astoria, IL
Memorials:       Bader Christian Church or Cass-Schuyler Area Hospice
Services By:    Shawgo Memorial Home, Astoria, IL. Online condolences may be
                            given to the family at www.shawgomemorialhome.org

Monsignor Robert W. O’Connor

Lewistown- Monsignor Robert W. O’Connor, 92, of Lewistown, passed away at 8:55 AM Thursday September 10, 2015 at Renaissance Care Center in Canton.

He was born April 13, 1923 at Rock Island, IL; the son of Richard and Lillian (Byrns) O’Connor. Surviving are several cousins including Richard and Betty Jean Kunzweiler of Palatine, Corrina Kassing of Mt. Sterling, Donald Harper of Quincy, and Jim Harper of Clayton. He was preceded in death by his parents, and one brother, Richard O’Connor Jr.

Monsignor O’Connor studied for the priesthood at St. Ambrose College in Davenport, IA; St. Louis Preparatory Seminary, and Kenrick Seminary. He was ordained by Archbishop Joseph Schlarman on April 4, 1948 at St. Mary’s Cathedral in Peoria. He served as parochial vicar at St Columbia’s in Ottawa and St. Mary’s in Canton for six years each, before being assigned in 1960 to be parish priest at St. Mary’s of Lewistown and St. Michael’s of St. David. He served those parishes for 50 years until his retirement in November of 2010. Over the years he oversaw the construction of a new church and hall for each parish, and a new rectory in Lewistown. He had a lot of fond memories of all his parishioners and spoke of their spirit and cooperation.

His funeral mass will be held at 11:00 AM Monday at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Lewistown with Bishop Daniel Jenky and Father David Whiteside officiating. A visitation will be held Sunday from 4-6 PM at St. Mary’s in Lewistown with a rosary service at 6:00 PM. Burial will in Mt. Sterling Catholic Cemetery at 2:00 PM on Monday. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Church in Lewistown or St. Michael’s Church in St. David. Condolences may be made at www.henrylange.com

John McCracken

John McCracken, 82, of Mt. Pulaski, formerly of Canton, passed away 9:51 am Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2015 at his residence.  He was born December 19th, 1932 in Canton, IL, to Don and Myrtle Westerfield McCracken.  He married Shirley Peterson on August 2nd, 1954 in Canton. She survives along with one son, Curt, of Mt. Pulaski, two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.  Preceded him in death is, one son Sam, and one grandson.  John was a member of the First Christian Church of Canton and a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard.  He was a P.E. teacher and football and baseball coach at Pana High School for many years.

Graveside services will be Saturday, September 12th, 2015 at 11 am at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton. Nina Nestlerode will be officiating.  Visitation will be 30 minutes prior at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Pana Athletic Department.

Sedgwick Funeral Homes, Canton, is in charge of the funeral arrangements.  Online condolences may be made to the family at www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Karen Kay Hughes

Karen Kay Hughes, of St. Pete, FL., raised in Lewistown, IL, went to her new home to be with her heavenly family on Aug. 29, 2015. She was born on June 29th, 1949, the 2nd daughter of Everett and Rosetta (Lillie) Hughes, in Canton, IL.  She graduated from LCHS in 1967, then attended Bradley Univ., Methodist school of Nursing, and earned her BS from the University of St. Francis. She spent over 40 yrs as an RN, many of those in the psychiatric field, from which she retired in 2014. Karen was independent and hard working.  She mowed yards when young, detassled corn, volunteered as a candy striper at Graham Hosp in Canton and then began her college studies. Karen is survived by her life companion, Marsha Hill of St. Pete. One sister Roxann (Terry) Sours of Lewistown. One niece, Aimee (Jeff) Kerr and three nephews, Aaron (Becky) Mikulich, Clint (Chrissy) Sours, and Adam (Erin) Sours, all of Lewistown. 13 gr. nieces and nephews. Kristyn, Sydnee, Will LeGrande, JT and Lakyn Kerr. Skyler and Macy Mikulich. Jainee and Rhett Sours, Karia, Mylie, Carter, and Adalee Sours. One Aunt, Ruth Lillie of Cuba, brother in law Franklin Mikulich, many cousins, and her beloved cats, Rusty, Taffy and Trixie. She was preceded in death by her parents, and sister Diana Mikulich all of which she treasured. Services will be held Fri. Sept. 11, 2015, at Henry Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown. Visitation will be 4:30-5:30 with memorial service at 5:30. There will be a family burial of ashes on Sat.  Memorials may be made to Fulton Co. Humane Society, or Lewistown United Methodist Church.

James T. Nate

Canton-  James T. Nate, 94, of Canton passed away at 5:31 AM Friday September 4, 2015 at Graham Hospital in Canton. He was born December 24, 1920 at Macomb the son of Threll and Elsie Pearl (Murphy) Nate. He first married Margaret Jean Weaver and they had one daughter, Lynda Bates of Canton and she survives. He later married Jeanette A. Duda and she preceded him in death. He was also preceded by his parents, three sisters, Mildred Barrett, Mary Dietz, and Francis Nate, two half-brothers, Tom Nate and Patrick Nate.
Also surviving are one step son, Kenneth (Rose) Janois of Carson City, NV; two grandchildren, David Bates of S. Dakota, and Todd (Rachel) Bates of Canton, five great grandchildren, Kirsten (Matt) Stambaugh, Justin Bates, Hailey Bates, Ryan Bates, and Kyle Bates, one half-brother, Jack Nate of Texas, and one half-sister, Dorothy Morrison also of Texas.

James retired with 35 years of service from United Airlines in San Francisco where he was manager over aircraft maintenance. He was a WWII Navy veteran serving from 1942-1946. He was an avid reader and enjoyed fishing, stamp and coin collecting and walks along the ocean.

Cremation will be accorded. A graveside service will be held at 10:30 AM Saturday September 12th at Oak Hill Cemetery in Lewistown with Reverend Danie deBeer officiating. Military services will be conducted at the cemetery by the Lewistown VFW Post 5001 and Lewistown American Legion Bishop Post 1. There will be no visitation. Memorial contributions may be made to Graham Hospice. Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.henrylange.com.