Letteria "Lee" Diefendorf

Letteria (Lee) G. Diefendorf, 96, of Farmington, IL passed away peacefully Sunday, June 26, 2016.
She was born February 24, 1920 in Reading, PA to Dominic and Fortunata Crupi.
She served in WWII as a Technical Sargent with the United States Marine Corps from Sept 6, 1943 to November 16, 1945.  While stationed at Cherry Point, NC she met Edwin Diefendorf and they wed on November 5, 1945.  She is survived by her husband Edwin and their five children, Joanne (Joe) Bellitto of Girard, OH, Ed Diefendorf Jr. of Littleton, CO, David (Dianna) Diefendorf of Hanna City, IL, Dan (Lissa) Diefendorf of Peoria, IL, and Mary(Corey) Starcevich of Bushnell, IL, five grandchildren Sasha, Amy, Kiel, Jessica and Wesley and four great-grandchildren.
Lee loved working side by side with her husband of 70 years, building their house, their furniture, raising gardens, traveling and helping him with numerous side businesses such as a green house, saw sharpening and other innovative projects.
In her lifetime she enjoyed sewing for her family, the craft fads of crochet, knitting, macramé, candle wicking and embroidery. She loved listening to music and singing with her family. Lee was an avid reader, documenting and rating each book.  She played duplicate bridge and studied oil painting, completing numerous still life and landscape scenes.  She was a member of St. Matthew’s Catholic Church.
Cremation rites will be accorded.  The family will accept condolences on Saturday, July 2, 2016 at 1:00 pm at Oaks Hines Funeral Home in Canton, IL.  A memorial service will follow at  2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of choice.

Larry D. Anderson

NORRIS- Larry D. Anderson, 73, of Norris, passed away at 2:15 PM on Monday, June 27, 2016 at his residence. He was born on October 13, 1942 in Canton, a son of William Earl and Margaret Irene (Johnson) Anderson. He married Priscilla Foreman on June 10, 1962 in Gilchrist, she survives. Also surviving are two daughters, Rhonda (Randy) Cozad of Macomb; Debbie (Biff) Brakeman of Lafayette, IL, and five grandchildren.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and two sisters.
He worked as a welder for Sawmill Hydraulics for many years, and in his free time loved to ride motorcycles.
A celebration of life will be held from 2-7 PM on Tuesday, July 26, 2016 at the Canton VFW. Cremation rites have been accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. To leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Sylvia Ellen Wilson

Sylvia Ellen Wilson, 72, of Knoxville formerly of Canton passed away at 4:08 pm Monday, June 27, 2016 at Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.  Arrangements pending Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton.

James Mitchell

Canton – James F. Mitchell, 73, of Canton passed away on Tuesday, June 21, 2016, at Renaissance Care Center in Canton.
He was born September 2, 1942, in Canton to Noble and Neva (Voorhees) Mitchell.  He married Cheryl (Walker) Moore on November 17, 1990.  She preceded him in death on October 20, 2014.  His parents and one sibling, Marjorie Mitchell Ball also preceded him in death.
Surviving are one sister, Marilyn (Eric) Hinderliter of Canton; one daughter, Jennifer (Rodger) Nelson of Lewistown; two step-grandchildren; six step-great-grandchildren; two step-great-great-grandchildren; three nieces; two nephews; three great-nieces; and one step-son, Joe Moore of Canton.
James farmed with his dad, Noble, for Orendorff until his dad retired in 1982.  He then worked as a welder at Caterpillar and Hitchcock Scrapyard and as an over-the-road truck driver for Star Delivery.  In 1997, he joined Duck Island Sand and Gravel as a co-owner, working there until his retirement, in December, 2015.  He loved horses and riding and was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan.
Cremation rites have been accorded.  A Celebration of Life will be held at Monterey United Methodist Church on Sunday, July 3, 2016, from 2-4 p.m., following a brief service at 1:30 p.m.
Memorials may be made to the Monterey United Methodist Church, 21795 N. Brown Rd., Canton; or to Walnut Cemetery, 26369 E. Brown Rd., Canton.
Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

William Henkle

Canton – William C. “Bill” Henkle, 79, of Canton passed away at 10:52 p.m. on Saturday, June 25, 2016 at Reflections – Washington.

He was born on September 16, 1936, in Ipava to Wilbur E. and Mary Eleanor (Weaver) Henkle.  He married Rebecca A. Vercoe on May 21, 1979, in Las Vegas, NV.  She survives.

Also surviving are two children, Stacey L. Brantley of Tucson, AZ, and Kimberly K. (Brian) Hines of Metamora; six step-children, Deirdre (Dave) Miller of Plymouth, Kirk (Karen) Lingenfelter of Raleigh, NC, Becky Jean (Ryk) Howell of Canton, Jon Lingenfelter of Canton, Gene (Debbie) Lingenfelter of Farmington, and Brian Lingenfelter of Canton; fifteen grandchildren; and fifteen great-grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Rosalie France, and one niece, Sylvia Morris.

Bill was a veteran of the United States Naval Air Forces, serving his country during the Korean War.  Following his service he worked as a lineman for CIPS, retiring in 2001.  He was also a member of the International Brotherhood Electrical Workers Local #707. 

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, June 30, 2016, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton, where a visitation will be held Wednesday evening from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.  Burial, with military honors, will be at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton.

Memorials in Bill’s memory may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital in Peoria.

To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

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

Nyda E. Hamblin Adcock

Name:   Nyda E. Hamblin Adcock                              Age:    83
Address:   Astoria, IL
Date of Death:    Sunday, June 26, 2016         Time: 9:0 m          
Place:        her home
Date of Birth:    June 17, 1933        Place: Astoria, IL   
Parents:    Perry Taylor and Sibyl Mae (Shaw) Brown
Married:    Richard W. Hamblin on Jun e 17, 1951 in Astoria, IL.  He preceded her in death
    on September 27, 1994.  She then married Irvin A. Adcock on August 31, 1996 in Astoria, IL.  He preceded her in death on September 17, 2008.
Survivors:    Son-Stephen (and Donna) Hamblin of Astoria, IL
        Daughter-Lynette (and John) Smith of Astoria, IL
        Daughter-Jody (and Michael) Dean of Astoria, IL
        5 Grandchildren:  Amanda (and Jason) Rennert, Sibyl (and Chris) Jones,
                Ashley (and Noah) Willis, Jed (and Haily) Rhoades, and
                Katie Ratcliff.
               20 Great-Grandchildren
Preceded by:     Great-Granddaughter-Madlyn Noelle (Maddie) Rhoades, Brother-Junior Shaw
          Brown and Sister-Darlene Camp.
Occupation:     Nyda worked throughout her life in the Astoria area, last working as manager of Hamblin’s Service.
Military:         No
Memberships:     Astoria Christian Church, where she sang in the church choir and was a member of the Women’s Fellowship, the Sunshine Club of Astoria, and served as Astoria Township Clerk for many years.  Nyda loved being a housewife, mom, and grandmother.
Services:       10:30 am on Wednesday, June 29, 2016
Place:          Astoria Christian Church, Astoria, IL
Officiating:     Jason Rennert
Visitation:   5-7 pm on Tuesday, June 28, 2016 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, IL
Interment:     Astoria Cemetery in Astoria, IL
Memorials:   Astoria Christian Church or the Astoria Fire and Rescue Squad.
Services By:      Shawgo Memorial Home, Astoria, IL. Online condolences may be
                        given to the family at www.shawgomemorialhome.org

Robert Duryea

Canton – Robert G. “Bob” Duryea, 91, of Canton, passed away at 3:15 a.m. on Friday, June 24, 2016, in Canton.
He was born on July 17, 1924, in Canton to Frank and Lula (Postin) Duryea.  They preceded him in death.
He married Evelyn Blakesmith on March 23, 1946, in Carthage, and recently celebrated 70 years of marriage.  She survives.
Also surviving are his children, Frank (Gloria) Duryea of Hanna City, Kathy (Chuck Henseler) Duryea-Smith of Canton, Sarah (Brad) Fairfield of Gibson City; one sister, Mary Alice Weaver of Canton; seven grandchildren, Kyle (Katlyn) Duryea, Nick (Krista) Smith, Natalie Smith, Hannah (Danny Cole) Garrison, James Fairfield, Brooke Fairfield, and Terese Fairfield; and one great-grandson, Jaxson Cole.
Bob worked as a lathe operator for International Harvester in Canton, retiring in 1983.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, and most of all, spending time with his family.  He was a dedicated volunteer at the First Baptist Church Food Pantry for many years and attended Covenant Community Fellowship Church. 
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 27, 2016, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton.  Burial will be at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton.
Memorials may be made to Covenant Community Fellowship Church or to OSF Hospice.
To leave online condolences, please visit Oaks-Hines Funeral Home

Richard L. Martin

Name:    Richard L. Martin                             Age: 90   
Address:   Vermont, IL
Date of Death:    Tuesday, June 21, 2016         Time:          1:52 p.m.
Place:        McDonough District Hospital, IL   
Date of Birth:    January 30, 1926        Place:   Beardstown, IL   
Parents:     Walter and Ethel (Pace) Martin
Married:     Phyllis E. France on June 28, 1952 in Ipava, IL.  She survives. 
Survivors:    Wife- Phyllis Martin of Vermont, IL                                    Son- Michael (and Tamara) Martin of Hanover Park, IL
        Son- Rick (and Cindy) Martin of Macomb, IL
        Son- Eric (and Laurie) Martin of Astoria, IL               
        4 Grandchildren: Austin Martin, Ryan (and Ashley) Martin, Chris (and Alayna)                                  Martin and Kendra Camp
Preceded by:   
Occupation:     Coal Miner @ Amax Coal Mine, working from 1961 to 1985
Military:         Navy Veteran, serving from 1944 to 1947 with a rank of Aviation Ordnanceman 2/C
Memberships:   Fire Chief for the Vermont Fire Department for 20 years
Services:         Cremation rites have been accorded and services will be held at a later                date
Place:          Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, IL
Officiating:    
Visitation:        
Interment:     Vermont Cemetery, Vermont, IL   
Memorials:        
Services By:      Shawgo Memorial Home, Astoria, IL. Online condolences may be
                        given to the family at www.shawgomemorialhome.org

Ethel M. Davis

Canton - Ethel M. Davis, 89, of Canton passed away at 11:55 am on Wednesday, June 22, 2016, at Sunset Manor Nursing Home in Canton.
She was born on January 22, 1927, in Rushville to John Henry and Lulu (Lashbrook) Knous.  She married Irvin James Davis on June 30, 1946, in Rushville.  He survives.
Also surviving are two children, Sherrie Smith of Chillicothe and Jeff Davis of Canton; ten grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Stephen J. Davis; three brothers, James, Lloyd, and Charles Knous; and three sisters, Carrie Helen Rohn, Lorena Wright, and Hildreth Venters.
Ethel enjoyed raising her family and also worked at the Overall Factory in Canton.  She enjoyed spending winters in Texas with her husband, and they were both active in the Wally Byam Caravan Club International and Sam’s Club.
Cremation rites have been accorded.  A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 28, 2016, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton, where visitation will be held one hour prior to services.  Burial will be at White Chapel Memory Gardens.
Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
To view Ethel’s tribute video, or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Robert Harn

Lewistown- J. Robert Harn, 87, formerly of Lewistown, passed away at 3:30 AM Wednesday June 22, 2016 at Havana Health Care Center.

Bob was born August 8, 1928 in Marietta, IL to Leroy and Edith (Creek) Harn. He married Jean Ann Bohannon on March 18, 1951. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Jean Ann, one brother, Charles Harn of Fairview, and one sister, Elizabeth McGinnis of Scottsdale, AZ. He is survived by several nieces and nephews.

Bob farmed and worked at Sunspot Mine located at Vermont, IL. He later worked at Fabco in Havana.

Bob was a devoted and well loved member of Isabel Church since June of 1951. He quietly lived his faith, generously giving of his time, his many talents, and monetarily to anyone he knew that was in need. Bob and Jean Ann lived a humble and simple life, especially enjoying their flower and vegetable gardens. Bob was a member of the Fulton County Farm Bureau and the United Mine Workers Union Local 7110.

Cremation has been accorded. A memorial service led by Pastor Steve Hoover of Isabel Church, will be held at 10:30 AM Saturday at Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown. Visitation will be held from 10 – 10:30 AM Saturday at the memorial home. Memorials can be made to Isabel Church in care of Henry-Lange Memorial Home, or to the donor’s choice. Condolences may be made at henrylange.com

Alberta M. Walton

Name:   Alberta M. Walton                              Age:    75

Address:   Canton, IL

Date of Death:          Friday, June 17, 2016            Time: 12:25 pm             

Place:             Sunset Manor Nursing Home in Canton, IL

Date of Birth:    January 1, 1941                  Place: Lewistown, IL

Parents:        Samuel and Henrietta (Buley) Switzer 

Married:        John Walton on April 12, 1961 in Lewistown. He preceded her in death on April 30, 1974.  

Survivors:     Son- Michael Walton of Beardstown, IL

                        Daughter- Cindy (and Alan) Shuman of Beardstown, IL

Son- John (and Mellissa) Walton of Canton, IL

                        7 Grandchildren- Joseph Shuman, Amber Shuman, Damien Walton, Devin                                                                            Walton, Skylea Shockency, Brayden Walton and Jenessa Walton

                        1 Great-Granddaughter- Aleigha Von Drehle

                        Sister- Midge Green of Canton

                        Sister- Jennie Switzer of Canton

Preceded by: daughter, Edith Ann Walton, 3 sisters, Pearl Walker, Ethel Lojack and Alice                                 Jenkins and 2 brothers, Earl Switzer and Roy Switzer    

Occupation: was a homemaker and worked as a janitor and in the kitchen at FCRC  

Military:         No

Memberships:  member of the Church of the Nazarene in Astoria, the Salvation Army in Canton and the Home League. She enjoyed watching Little House on the Prairie and The Waltons, playing the keyboard and her birds. She loved to go walks but most of all she loved her family.

Services:       Graveside service at 11:00 am on Friday, June 24, 2016

Place:             Astoria Cemetery in Astoria, IL

Officiating:    Pastor Stephen Bounds

Visitation:   

Interment:     Astoria Cemetery in Astoria, IL

Memorials:          Graham Hospice

Services By:  Shawgo Memorial Home, Astoria, IL. Online condolences may be given                         to the family at www.shawgomemorialhome.org

Carrie Mae Davis

Canton – Carrie Mae Davis, 92, of Canton, passed away at 3:47 PM on Saturday, June 18, 2016 at Graham Hospital. She was born on May 3, 1924 in Ellisville to Lewis and Lena (Ault) Martin. She married Wiley Davis on September 25, 1948 in Monmouth, IL, he preceded her in death on September 7, 1989.

Also preceding her in death were her parents, three brothers, and four sisters.

Surviving are three sons, William “Bill” Davis of Creve Coeur, Richard “Dick” (Peggy) Davis of Canton, and Robert “Rob” Davis of Canton; five grandchildren, Tanya Johnson, Brock Davis, Bradley Davis, Keri Medus, and Stacie Wilcoxen; and three great-grandchildren, Claire Davis, Jayden Wilcoxen, and Addison Wilcoxen.

Carrie loved spending time with her family, being outdoors, and cooking.

Graveside services will be at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at Greenwood Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 10-11 AM at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton. Rev. Kevin VanTine will officiate. Memorials can be made to Fulton County Humane Society. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Wilbur D. Meadows

Canton – Wilbur D. Meadows, 84, of Canton, passed away at 8:20 PM on June 16, 2016 at his residence. He was born on February 16, 1932 in Abingdon, IL to Clyde and Frances (Watkins) Meadows. He first married Virginia Jarvis on June 5, 1955; she preceded him in death on March 29, 1981. He then married Janet (Rohrer) Flynn in 1982, she survives.
Also surviving are two children, Jane Jersey of Stevens Point, WI, and Lisa (Richard) Sherwin of Bedford, N.H.; three step-children, David Flynn, Bruce Flynn, and Darren Flynn of Canton; eight grandchildren, Sara Stanke, Ben Jackson, Philip Sherwin, Corey Scalf, Mark Flynn, Scott Flynn, Seth Flynn, and Lucas Flynn; five great-grandchildren, Jarrett Stanke, Lillee Stanke, Hayden Stanke, Kitana Jackson, and Allie Flynn; and one sister, Doralee Smith of Sacramento, CA.
Preceding him in death are his parents; first wife Virginia; one brother, Bill Meadows; and his twin sister Wilma.
Wilbur attended Western Illinois University from 1955 to 1957, then Illinois Bankers School, then moving on to American Bankers Association Commercial Lending School, and lastly attending Graduate School of Banking at University of Wisconsin. Wilbur was the CEO at Roseville State Bank from 1957 to 1967, then moved to being the CEO at Havana National Bank from 1967-1970, and lastly was the President and CEO at National Bank of Canton, which is now known as MidAmerica National Bank, from 1970-1997.
Wilbur was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church, a 50 year paid up life member of American Legion Post #16, Elks Lodge #626, Lions Club, and also a 50 year paid up member of Masonic Lodge. He was President of the Canton Park District, a member of Fulton County Flying Club, President of Illinois Bankers Association from 1990 to 1991, American Bankers Association from 1991 to 1994, where he served on the community banker’s legislative committee, and a member of Canton Area Chamber of Commerce. He was CACC Joint Citizen of the Year in 1974, and CACC Business Person of the Year in 1992. Wilbur enjoyed golf, fishing, and reading historical fiction.
Along with the other local Financial Institution Presidents in Canton, he worked to bring the Fulton Square Project to Canton to improve a dying downtown during the mid-70’s.
He served as a U.S. Marine during the Korean War, in the U.S. 11th – 1st Division, and in the Sergeant Artillery Unit.
Services will be at 11:30 AM on Monday, June 20, 2016 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, where a visitation will be held from 10:30 -11:30 AM. Rev. K. Bruce Rushing will officiate. A visitation will be held from 4-7 PM on Sunday, June 19, 2016 at the funeral home. Cremation rites will be accorded following the services. Burial will be at a later date at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton. Memorials can be made to American Cancer Society, Canton American Legion Post #16, or Graham Hospital Hospice. To view Wilbur’s DVD or to make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Bobby Neal Traylor

Canton – Bobby Neal Traylor, 63, of Canton, passed away peacefully, on June 17, 2016, at his residence.
He was born on November 2, 1952, in Fort Campbell, KY, to Bobby Gene and Mary Francis (Welker) Traylor.  They preceded him in death.
He married Helen Gschwind on February 9, 1972 in Mackinaw, IL.  She survives.
Also surviving are his mother, Mary Lou Traylor of Morton, three children, Jason (Loni) Traylor of Colchester, Joel (Michell) Traylor of Decatur, Kyle (Christina) Traylor of Pekin, one brother Jerry Traylor of East Peoria, three sisters, Bobbi Sue Edwards of East Peoria, Lori Giacinti of South Carolina, Traci Traylor of Morton, eleven grandchildren, Julia, David, Elisa, Bradon, Cooper, Tyler, Bryce, Blaine, Caden, Cait, Vincent and expected grandchild Norah.  His beloved dogs, Chug and Bucket, will dearly miss him.
Also preceding him in death was one infant brother Larry Gene.
Bobby served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and after the service became a self-employed truck driver.
He explored his faith through numerous churches and centered his life around Christ.
He raced stock cars at the Spoon River Speedway, enjoyed golfing, playing the guitar and meeting his buddies at the local coffee shops every morning.
Most of all Bobby was a loving Husband, Father and Grandfather.
A Visitation will be held on Monday, June 20, 2016, from 4-6 pm, at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton with a funeral following at 6 pm.
Cremation rites will be accorded following the services.
Memorials may be made to the Sisters of the 3rd Order of St. Francis.
To view his memorial video tribute, please visit oakshinesfuneralhome.com.

Richard Allen Howarter, Sr.

Richard Allen Hawarter, Sr., 73, Cuba, Illinois, passed away on Friday, June 10, 2016 at his residence surrounded by his family.  A Celebration of Life will be held at the Cuba Community Center on Friday, June 24th at 5 p.m.  In lieu of flowers you can make donations to Cuba FFA Program; Cuba Sr. High School; 20325 N. State Rte 97; Cuba, IL 61427; ATTN: Doug Faulk, per Richard Howarter, Sr.  From a man that loved to farm, and taught his children and grandchildren to love it also!  The donations will go twards Farm Safety Awareness.

Evalyn Boyd

Lewistown- Evalyn Boyd, 102, of Lewistown passed away at 7:45 PM Wednesday June 15, 2016 at Graham Hospital in Canton.

She was born August 2, 1913 at Lewistown the daughter of Clifford and Jennie (Vaughn) Cyphers. She married Marvin Boyd on December 24, 1936 at Galesburg. He died June 28, 1962. She was also preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, and three sisters. Surviving are 11 nieces and nephews, 21 great nieces and nephews, and 23 great great nieces and nephews.

Evalyn worked as an abstractor at Fulton County Abstract Company and had also worked at the Farmers State Bank. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Lewistown. Other memberships include Order of Eastern Star 634, Spoon River Professional Women’s Club, Lewistown American Legion auxiliary, and Lewistown VFW ladies auxiliary. Evalyn will always be remembered as a wonderful loving aunt.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday at the Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown with Reverend Kenny Bloyd officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery at Lewistown. Visitation will be held one hour prior to services at the memorial home. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Lewistown or Graham Hospital Long Term Care Unit Activity Fund. To view Evalyn’s life tribute video or send online condolences visit . 

Charles R. Manville IV

Charles R. Manville IV, 58, of Canton died at 9:23 p.m. on Monday, June 13, 2016, at his home.  Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements. 

Ralph L. Groover

Canton – Ralph L. Groover, 84, of Canton, passed away at 3:03 AM on Thursday, June 16, 2016 at Graham Hospital. He was born on May 20, 1932 in Morris, OK, to Franklin and Dovie (Rainwater) Groover. He married Myrna Bentley on January 29, 1953 in Lewistown, IL. She survives. He considered his wife his angel of life.

Also surviving are two sons, Leon Groover of Canton, and Rick (Darlene) Groover of Canton; five grandchildren, Chris (Cait), April, Heather, Brandon, Brian, and Adam; eight great-grandchildren; one brother; and five sisters.

Preceding him in death are his parents, one grandson, Ralph Leon Groover III, one great-granddaughter, Cali, two brothers, and two sisters.

Ralph worked at Art & Gene’s Chevy Dealership for 45 years. He is a member of Eastside Nazarene Church in Canton. He loved music, gardening, activities with his grandchildren, tinkering with things, and also giving and helping out others. Ralph was an avid Cardinals fan.

Ralph served in the Air Force.

Services will be at 11 AM on Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, where a visitation will be held from 10-11 AM. Rev. Rick Atchley will officiate. Burial will follow the services at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton. Memorials can be made to ALS Awareness. To view Ralph’s DVD or to make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Gerald D. “Mac” McCormick

Lewistown- Gerald D. “Mac” McCormick, 100, formerly of Canton and Lewistown, passed away at 6:00 AM Wednesday June 15, 2016 at the Elms Nursing Home in Macomb.

He was born April 9, 1916 at Astoria Township, the son of Glenn and Alice (Zettle) McCormick. He married Ella Bernice Allen on June 3, 1942 at Sault Saint Marie, Michigan. She preceded him in death on August 16, 2006. He was also preceded in death by his parents, five brothers, and one sister. Surviving is one son, Larry (Roberta) McCormick of rural Lewistown, two grandsons, Michael (Tracy) McCormick of Cuba, and John (Bridget) McCormick of Macomb, five great grandchildren, Mason McCormick, Maddie McCormick, Johnny Hiel, Jaxon Hiel, and Easton Sullivan.

Gerald was a WW 2 Army veteran serving from 1941-1945. He retired in 1981 after 36 years as an auto mechanic, working at Bader Motor Company, Art and Gene’s Chevrolet, and Gene Wrestler Chevrolet. He was a member of the Orlando Crowthers, and American Legion Post 16 in Canton.

Services will be held at 11:00 AM Monday at Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown, with Pastor Doug Krukewitt officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to services. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery with military rites accorded by Lewistown VFW Post 5001 and American Legion Bishop Post 1. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ipava Ball Park. Condolences  may be sent at henrylange.com

Frank Brentrup

Frank Brentrup, 55, of Trivoli, passed away at 11:58 PM on Saturday, June 11, 2016 at Unity-Point Methodist Hospital in Peoria. Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Farmington is in charge of arrangements .

Lila Bernice Little

CANTON- Lila Bernice Little, 84, of Canton, passed away at 9:37 AM on Saturday, June 11, 2016 at Graham Hospital. She was born on April 5, 1932 in Fulton County, Illinois a daughter of Chester D. and Jessie M. Loveland Rilea. She married Richard Little Sr. on October 6, 1954 in Canton. He preceded her in death on June 22, 1988. She was also preceded in death by her parents, one son, Richard Little Jr., and two brothers, Robert V. and Delbert D. Rilea.

Surviving are one daughter, Rebecca Sue (Steven) Rothert; one daughter-in-law, Lois Little; two brothers, Willis L. (Betty) Rilea, James E. (Jacqi) Rilea all of Canton; two sisters, Doris E. Hand of Florida, Bonnie L. Owens of Galesburg, also surviving are seven  grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

Lila worked as a housekeeper at Graham Hospital in Canton for many years; she was a member of Monterey United Methodist Church.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, June 15, 2016 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, where visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Tuesday, June 14, 2016. Rev. Rick Atchley will officiate. Burial will be in White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton. Memorials may be made to the Monterey United Methodist Church. To view Lila’s DVD or to leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Robert O. Siedel

Norris – Robert O. Siedel, 97, of Norris passed away 9:45 pm Wednesday, June 8, 2016 at Farmington Country Manor in Farmington.  He was born on May 19, 1919 in Peoria, IL to Albert S. and Ethel B. (Cluts) Siedel.  Bob married Virginia Ruth Mitchell on November 2, 1940 in Palmyra, MO.  She survives along with two children; Jack (Sara) Siedel of Knoxville and Sharon (late Russell) Schrodt of Canton, six grandchildren, and eighteen great-grandchildren.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers; Clarence G. Siedel, and John A. Diefenbach and one sister Letha M. Johnson.
Bob worked at the Ohio River Company for 34 years, retiring in 1988.  He was a Past Master of Fairview Lodge #350, Past High Priest of Canton Royal Arch Chapter #68, Retired Lieutenant of Norris Fire Department, member of Scottish Rite in Peoria, member of Wesley United Methodist Church in Canton, and was an avid Chicago White Sox’s fan.  Bob was a WW2 Navy veteran where he served as an Aviation Ordnance man.
Services will be 11 am Saturday, June 11, 2016 at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton with Masonic Rites at 10:45 am.  Visitation will be from 9:30-10:45 am on Saturday.  Burial will follow in White Chapel Memory Gardens.  In lieu of flowers memorials can be made either Farmington Country Manor or Macular Degeneration Foundation.  To view Bob’s DVD or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Lois A. Windsor

Name:   Lois A. Windsor                              Age:    85
Address:   Smithfield, IL
Date of Death:    Tuesday, June 7, 2016         Time: 6:30 pm           
Place:        Graham Hospital in Canton, IL
Date of Birth:    November 6, 1930        Place: Middlegrove, Illinois   
Parents:    Ralph and Ruby (Phillips) Taylor  
Married:    Albert Windsor on February 26, 1949 in Lewistown, IL. He survives. 
Survivors:    Husband- Albert Windsor of Smithfield, IL
        Daughter- Kathryn (and Danny) Clauson of Glasford, IL
Son- Allen (and Jeanette) Windsor of Havana, IL
        Son- Ralph “Pepie” (and Charmane Burnett) Windsor of Smithfield, IL 
        5 Grandchildren- Sina DeGroot, Scott Chambers, Joshua Windsor, Micaela                        Windsor and Taylor Windsor
        Several great-grandchildren, nephews and nieces
        Brother- Cliff (and Geri) Taylor of Prairie City, IL
        Brother- Dick (and Nancy) Taylor of Middlegrove, IL
        Brother- Ralph (and Crystal) Taylor of Canton, IL
        Sister- Sandy Mulligan of Canton, IL
        Sister- Mary Blessinger of Arizona
Preceded by:     Granddaughter, Misty Chambers, 4 sisters, Opal Estes, Bevorly Oldham, Linda Cheek   
                         and JoAnn Morse, and 3 brothers, Bernard Taylor, Willie Taylor and Bob Taylor     
Occupation:     CNA at several nursing homes
Military:         No
Memberships: hard worker who spent lots time looking after her children and grandchildren and was described as a “farm house wife extraordinaire”. She was a diehard republican and Dodgers fan. She also enjoyed casinos, fishing, camping and cooking.    
Services:       2:00 pm on Friday, June 10, 2016
Place:          Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, IL
Officiating:     Pastor Ellen Dodd
Visitation:   1 hour prior to the service on Friday.
Interment:     Mt. Zion Cemetery in Astoria, IL
Memorials:     In Lieu of flowers, Alzheimer’s Association, Graham Hospice or donors
                         choice
Services By:      Shawgo Memorial Home, Astoria, IL. Online condolences may be  
                        given to the family at www.shawgomemorialhome.org

Bobby Glen Doyle

Lewistown- Bobby Glen Doyle, 81, of Morton and formerly of Lewistown, passed away at 3:29 PM Monday June 6, 2016 at OSF St Francis Medical Center.


A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM Monday at Oak Hill Cemetery in Lewistown with military rites conducted by Lewistown VFW Post 5001 and American Legion Bishop Post 1. There will be no visitation. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project. Condolences may be made at henrylange.com

Ray E. Pascal Jr

Lewistown- Ray Edmond Pascal Jr; 88, of Lewistown, passed away peacefully at 9:47 AM Monday June 6, 2016 at his home surrounded by his loving wife and family.

Ray was born April 4, 1928 at Lewistown , the son of Ray Edmond and Jessie Bell (Grigsby) Pascal Sr. He married Josephine (Jane) Hough on August 9, 1947 at Palmyra, MO. She survives with four children, Susan (Dennis) Weaver of Canton, Vicki ( Bob, deceased) Irwin of Lewistown, Kimberly (Ron Lawver) Pascal of Lewistown, and Max David (Jodi) Pascal of Winnebago, IL; 10 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren, and a special little friend named Clark. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, George Pascal, 3 sisters, and 2 brothers.

Ray retired in 1984 from Caterpillar Tractor in East Peoria after 31 years of service. He was an avid Cubs and Bears fan. Go Cubbies ! The family would like to extend a special thanks to Terri, his caregiver, Lauren, his nurse, and Beacon of Hope Hospice.

Services will be held at 3:00 PM Friday at the Lewistown Church of the Nazarene, where visitation will be held one hour prior to services. Pastor Randy Munson and Jayson Herrick will officiate. Burial will be in Waterford Cemetery at rural Lewistown. Memorial contributions may be made to Beacon of Hope Hospice or any charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences may be made at henrylange.com

James Hunter Jr

Lewistown- James Hunter Jr., 77, of Lewistown passed away at 3:15 PM Saturday June 4, 2016 at his home surrounded by his family.

He was born December 22, 1938 at rural Lewistown the son of James Sr. and Madelon (Puckett) Hunter. He married Louise Hall February 28, 1960 at Bryant. She survives. Also surviving are two daughters, Carla (Mike) Edwards of Lewistown and Jimelle (Rick) Southard of Bryant, four grandchildren, Rachel (Rich) Valukas of Plymouth, WI; Derek Edwards of Lewistown, Joseph (fiancée Sammi Cox) Southard of St. David, and Rickie Jo Southard of Bryant, two great grandsons, Douglas and Logan Valukas, two half-brothers, Robert Stutes of Colorado, and Andrew Stutes Jr. of Arizona. He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, and one sister.

Jim graduated from Lewistown Community High School in 1957. He worked for the Ohio River Company from 1958-1966 and then retired from Caterpillar in 1996. Jim served in the U.S. Army at Fort Knox, Kentucky from 1962-1964. He was a member of the Lewistown United Methodist Church and their GROM Group “Grumpy Retired Old Men” and the UAW Local 974.

Cremation will be accorded. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday at the Lewistown United Methodist Church with Reverend Deryck Sonaram officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery at Lewistown where military services will be conducted by the Lewistown VFW Post 5001 and the Lewistown American Legion Bishop Post 1. Visitation will be held one hour prior to services at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Graham Hospital Hospice or Lewistown United Methodist Church Food pantry. Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at .