Karen Noland

Canton – Karen E. Noland, 67, of Canton passed away at 4:02 p.m. on Friday, October 28, 2016, at Graham Hospital in Canton.
She was born October 13, 1949, in Canton to I.B. and Mildred (Curtis) Noland.
She is survived by her two children, Michelle (Michael) Keefover of Cabot, AR and Brandon Ferris of Darboy, WI; three brothers, Gilbert (Charlotte) Noland of Lewistown, Larry (Karen) Noland of Wee-Ma-Tuk, and Danny (Sue) Noland of Lexington; one sister, Judy Picton of Washington; her caring niece, Tamra (Montye) Jolliff of Lewistown; four grandchildren, Nicholas and Michael Rowden, Blake Ferris, and Kendra Bowman; and many other nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Melvin and Carroll Noland, and one who died in infancy; and two sisters, Doris Dunning and Donna Montgomery.
Karen had worked as a secretary with Scottsdale Insurance Company in Scottsdale, AZ, and had done clerical work in the Canton area.  She enjoyed shopping on QVC and was a skilled interpreter for the deaf, assisting at local churches.
Graveside funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 1, 2016, at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton.
Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Humane Society.
To leave online condolences, please visit http://www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com/

John Davis

John Davis, 69, of Lewistown, Formerly of Rushville and Beardstown, passed away on Saturday, October 22, 2016, at the Prairie View Care Center in Lewistown.  Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in Charge of Arrangements.

Richard N. Daily

Canton – Richard N. Daily, 84, of Canton, passed away at 6:03 PM on Monday, October 24, 2016 at Graham Hospital. He was born on October 5, 1932 in Canton to Bernard and Violet (Hancock) Daily. He married Judith Caruso on July 3, 1955 in Canton, she preceded him in death.
Also preceding him in death were his parents, and one sister, Patricia.
Surviving are two children, Lisa (Rick) Murphy of Canton, and Drew (Sharon) Daily of Sandwich, IL; three grandchildren, Josh (Heather) Murphy, Kylee (Dave Schlieker) Murphy-Ewalt, and Amanda (Alan) Schrenker; six great-grandchildren, Macayla Murphy, Kyzer Murphy, Zander Ewalt, Stella Schlieker, Donovan Murphy, and Benjamin Schrenker; and one sister, Joyce Leary of CO and her four children.
Richard retired from Sears as the Corporate Credit Manager.
Richard served in the Marine Corps.
Per Richards’s request, no services will take place. Cremation rites have been accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1995 N. Main St., Canton, IL. Burial will be at a later date at Greenwood Cemetery. Memorials can be made to First Baptist Church Food Pantry. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Leroy A. Selph

Vermont – Leroy A. “Grandpa Cows” Selph, 83, of Vermont, passed away at 7:35 AM on Monday, October 24, 2016 at Mason County Hospital. He was born on November 28, 1932 in Hermon, IL to Mylon and Beulah (Bramlett) Selph. He married Betty Shinn on March 31, 1951, she preceded him in death on January 6, 2013.

His parents also preceded him in death.

Surviving is one daughter, Rebecca (David) Wheeler of Canton; two grandchildren, Stacey (Tony) Newton of Canton and Ben (Carrie) Wheeler of Canton; nine great-grandchildren, Natasha (Zack Welker) Marlette, Marriah Marlette, Caitlyn Wheeler, Benjamin Wheeler, Abbi Wheeler, Cody Newtown, Dakotah Newton, Hannah Newton, and Allisyn Newton; three great-great-grandchildren, Annalia Newton, Jailyn Newton, and Braxton Welker; and two sisters.

Leroy was a farmer his whole life and also worked in maintenance for Bader Company for many years.

Cremation rites have been accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1995 N. Main St., Canton, IL. A private burial will take place at a later date. Memorials can be made out to American Heart Association or American Cancer Society. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

James Wilcoxen

Lewistown- James (Jim) Norman Wilcoxen of Lewistown, IL passed into the waiting arms of Jesus at 12:29 pm on Oct. 22, 2016. He was at home surrounded with love by his wife and children. He was born Jan. 28, 1933 to Floyd L. and Corrine “Brownie” (Warren) Wilcoxen of Liverpool, Il. He married Barbara Carol Deushane on Dec 23, 1953 in Canton, IL. Preceding him in death was his parents and brother, Richard.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years and children Belinda and Randy Van Middlesworth of Canton, IL and Cynthia and Donald Jackson of Bloomington, IL.

He so loved his grandchildren, Randall (Kelli) Van Middlesworth, Rachel Van Middlesworth, Alison (Jeremy) Meuth, Andrea (Chris) Franciskovich, Kyle Richter, Donald Jackson Jr., Jessica Jackson, Kathleen Jackson, and Jason(Marcella) Jackson. Great Grandchildren, Halii, Brinn, Sye, Ari, Sydney, Sophie, Jack, Mia, Vivian, and Santiago.

Jim is survived by his two brothers Floyd L. “Willie” (Sherill) Wilcoxen of Liverpool, Il and Dale L. (Judy) Wilcoxen of Havana, Il. as well as numerous cousins, nephews and nieces.

Jim, alongside two of his brothers, Willie and Richard, served in the US Navy aboard the USS Pocono during the Korean War. He worked as a Senior Process Engineer for Komatsu Dresser in Peoria for 30 years. Jim and Carol lived in Norfolk Va. and then St. David, Il. Prior to his retirement, they moved to his dream log cabin in rural Lewistown.
In his younger years Jim loved hunting, fishing, gardening and camping. He was a true outdoorsman. After giving his heart and life to Christ he became a disciple of Jesus through study and service. He was a member of First Baptist church of Lewistown where he served as a Deacon.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday at the Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown with Pastor’s Eric Sawyer and Donald Jackson officiating. Burial will be in Salem-Wilcoxen Cemetery at rural Bryant with a military service 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 memorial home. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church in Lewistown. To view Jim’s life tribute video or to send condolences visit http://www.henrylange.com/. 

Sgt. Douglas J. Riney

FAIRVIEW- Sgt. Douglas J. Riney, 26, of Fairview, stationed at Fort Hood, Texas, died on Wednesday, October 19, 2016, of wounds received after encountering hostile enemy forces in Kabul, Afghanistan. He was born on July 29, 1990 at Fort Stewart Army base in Georgia, a son of Dave and Pam Chabotte Riney. He married the love of his life, Kylie Eddy on December 29, 2012 in Farmington. She survives.

Also surviving are his two beautiful children, Elea and James Riney both at home. His father, Dave (Kristie) Riney of Canton; his mother, Pam (Don) Boland of Galesburg; his siblings, Jeff Budd, and his daughter Cailee Budd both of Galesburg; Stacey (Ashley Ayers) Budd of Canton, two step-brothers, Bryce and Kole Vaughn both of Canton; one step-sister, Ashlie Herrin of Canton; paternal grandmother, Nancy Riney, of London Mills, maternal grandmother, Linda Huntley of Connecticut; several aunts and uncles and many cousins, his mother and father-in-law, Randal (Donna) Eddy of Farmington, and two sister-in-laws, Brandi Eddy of Farmington, Janel (Doug) Brown and their children Kambell, Payton, Avari, Asher McDermet, and Kinsley Brown all of Canton.

Riney entered active duty service in July of 2012 as a petroleum supply specialist and was last assigned to the Support Squadron, 3rd Calvary Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division, Fort Hood, Texas since December 2012. He had previously deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom from July 2014 to February 2015, and also deployed from June 2016 to October in support of Operation Freedom’s Sentinel. His awards and decorations include the Purple Heart, Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal, four Army Achievements Medals, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and Afghanistan Campaign Medal with three campaign stars, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon and NATO Medal.

He was a graduate of Spoon River Valley High School, member of the Vintage Church in Texas, a proud volunteer firefighter of the Fairview Fire Department, avid Green Bay Packers Football Fan, a BMX bicycle rider with many awards and trophies, avid motorcycle rider and loved to hunt and fish.

Funeral Services will be at 11 AM on Monday, October 31, 2016 at Canton Evangelical Free Church, 1300 East Chestnut Street, Canton, where visitation will be from 2:00-8:00 PM on Sunday, October 30, 2016. Fireman’s walk thru will be at 4:00 PM on Sunday. Rev. Bill Walder will officiate. Burial will be in Oak Ridge Cemetery in Farmington. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Douglas Riney’s children education fund c/o Bank of Farmington. To view Doug’s DVD or to leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Jim "Jim" M. Quesinberry

Jim M. Quesinberry, 84, of Rushville, passed away at 6:00 am on Friday, October 21, 2016 at Heritage Manor in Mt. Sterling. He was born on December 25, 1931 in Laurel Fork, VA, the son of James and Hattie Quesinberry. Jim married Viola Anderson on May 21, 1982 in Astoria, IL. She survives.

Also surviving is son, James “Jimmy” (and Donna) Quesinberry of Franklin, KY, step-daughter, Darlene (and Gary) Baker of Rushville, 4 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren and his sister, Oleta Boozer of North Carolina.

He is preceded in death by his 4 brothers, Eldon O’neal, Bill, Delano and Elwood Quesinberry.

Jim worked at Pioneer and Cargill. He retired from L & N Industries in Rushville, IL where he worked as a painter.

He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1951 to 1955.

Jim was a member of the Astoria Christian Church.

Cremation Rites have been accorded.

Tyler Travis

Canton- Tyler Travis, 19, of Canton, passed away at 11:54 AM Wednesday October 19, 2016 at Graham Hospital, Canton.  Sedgwick Funeral Homes and Crematory, Canton is in charge of arrangements.

Carol A. Morby

Trivoli – Carol A. Morby, 66, of Trivoli, formally of Chicago, passed away at 11:30 PM on Thursday, October 20, 2016 at her residence. She was born on January 22, 1950 in Canton to Clyde and Hazel (Giffhorn) Morby.
Surviving is her mother, Hazel Morby, her brother, Allan (Maribeth) Morby of Chicago, and one nephew, Jason Morby of Chicago.
Preceded in death by her father.
Carol graduated from Farmington High School and then moved on to Western Illinois University where she received a Bachelor’s Degree. She recently retired from S&C Electric Company where she worked in the purchasing department. She was a member of Farmington United Methodist Church, American Legion Post 140 Auxiliary, and was a longtime member of Evanston Bike Club. Carol loved history and genealogy.
Services will be at 11 AM on Wednesday, October 26, 2016 at Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Farmington, IL, where a visitation will be from 10-11 AM. Rev. Gary Schmidt will officiate. Burial will be at Penn Ridge Cemetery in Rural Trivoli, IL. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Chicago History Museum, 1601 N Clark St., Chicago, IL 60614. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Linda Weaver

Lewistown- Linda Ruth Weaver, born September 14, 1947 in Canton, to Virgil & Irene (Robertson) Shumaker passed away October 17, 2016 at her residence. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Gene Weaver. The two were married on October 9, 1964.

She is also survived by her father Virgil (Nina) Shumaker of Lewistown; one son Robert (Diane) Weaver of Lewistown; two grandchildren Alicia (Brad) Robinson and Seth Weaver (Whitnee Bordner) all of Lewistown; two great grandsons Brady & Miles Robinson and a third great grandson expected in the spring; two brothers Charlie (Becky) Shumaker and Jeff (Janie) Shumaker all of Lewistown; one sister Laura (Randie) Beaird of Glendale, AZ; one sister-in-law, Linda Clary of Lewistown; two step sisters Billie Fergerson and Roxanne Fernetti both of Canton; and many nieces and nephews; her dog Dewey; and special friend and caregiver Amanda Harris. She is preceded in death by her mother, Irene Shumaker.

Linda enjoyed living on the family farm and always stayed as involved as she could with the farm. She loved her family more than anything. The memories and lessons learned from her will forever be in their hearts. She also enjoyed spoiling her grandchildren, oil painting in her younger years, and was an avid George Strait fan.

She was a huge inspiration to so many people and touched so many lives. Her battle with Multiple Sclerosis was long and hard, but she never let it break her spirit. No matter what life or MS threw at her, she always remained the same optimistic person she always had been. She always had a smile on her face, anyone that knew her will without a doubt always remember that smile.

During her struggle with MS, Linda had several wonderful caregivers – her niece Debbie Adams, neighbor Linda Kline, friend Tracy Graham and family friend Amanda Harris. She also had some very special home health nurses to take care of her over the years.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM Friday October 21st at the Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown with Reverend Brian Ebert officiating. Burial will be in Salem-Wilcoxen Cemetery at rural Bryant. Visitation will be held from 6-8 PM Thursday October 20th at the memorial home. Memorials may be made in her honor to Bryant Christian Church or the Lewistown Methodist Church Food Pantry. To view Linda’s life tribute video or to send condolences visit http://www.henrylange.com/.

Caroline L. Fleisher

 Canton – Caroline L. Fleisher, 86, of Canton, passed away at 11:00 PM on Saturday, October 15, 2016 at her residence. She was born on November 15, 1929 in Canton to Elihu and Anna (Bath) Massingale. She married Sgt. Walter Fleisher on June 11, 1947 in Ipava. He preceded her in death.

Also preceding her in death are her parents, and one brother.

Surviving is one son, Stanley (Pamela) Fleisher of Canton; two grandchildren, Wendy (Matthew) Powell of Canton and Jason (April) Fleisher of Canton; and two great-grandchildren, Megan Powell and Carter Fleisher.

Caroline worked for Illinois Bell Telephone Company, International Harvester, and owned Ariel Race Track in the 70’s and 80’s. She breed, raised, entered contests with her horses, and loved them very much.

Graveside services will be at 2:30 PM on Thursday, October 20, 2016 at Fiatt Cemetery in Fiatt, IL. Rev. Kevin VanTine will officiate. A visitation will be held from 1:00-2:00 PM on Thursday, October 20, 2016 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1995 N. Main St., Canton, IL. Memorials can be made to Fulton County Animal Shelter or OSF Hospice. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Doris Litwiller Lock

Doris Litwiller Lock of Farmington, died on October 9, 2016 at Farmington Country Manor. She was born February 24, 1926 on a farm between Delavan and Hopedale, IL, to William and Della (Sutter) Litwiller. She married Donald M. Lock on September 11, 1948 in Kouts, IN. He survives.
Doris attended schools in Winamac and Kouts, IN, being the first one in her family to attend high school. She graduated from Mason City High School, IL, after her family moved there three months before graduation. Doris attended South Bend College of Commerce and worked at R. G. LeTourneau in Peoria, IL. Doris prided herself on her mathematical skills, which she applied to the family farm by doing the bookkeeping and marketing.
Doris was preceded in death by her mother, father, step-mother, Nora (Eichelberger), and son-in-law Thomas Maas. She is survived by son, Dale Lock (Rebecca), Petersburg, daughter, Deon Maas, Farmington, grandchildren Andrew (Evgeniya) and Nathan Lock, Annandale, VA, Elizabeth (Caleb) Klauzer, Jacksonville, IL, Adam (Jenni) Maas, Geneseo, IL, and Jacob Maas, Bellevue, WA, and 7 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are her siblings Esther Yordy, Upland, IN, Betty Ulrich, Eureka, IL, Faye Roth, Stronghurst, IL, Edith Erb, Gridley, IL, Kenneth (Mary Faith) Litwiller, Foosland, IL, and Richard (Karen) Litwiller, Goshen, IN. She is also survived by honorary son, Renato Resende, Campos do Jordão, Brazil.
Doris was a member of the Fulton County Homemakers Extension Association for 50 years, the American Sewing Guild, United Methodist Women, and Providence Chapel United Methodist Church, where she served as treasurer for many years. She was an avid reader, loved crossword puzzles, and was a devoted grandmother.
Services will be held at Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home, Farmington, on Saturday, October 15 at 11:00 AM with visitation an hour prior. Pastor Deborah Rhodes will officiate. Burial will be at Providence Chapel Coal Creek Cemetery in rural Farmington. Memorials may be made to Providence Chapel United Methodist Church. To view Doris’s DVD or to leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Mark Westlake

Mark Edward Westlake, age 52 of Mason City, IL, passed away on Sunday, October 9, 2016 at his brother Stanley's home in Bader, IL. He was born on December 7, 1963 in Beardstown, IL, the son of Glen Allen and Martina (Hardy) Westlake.

Mark is survived by his parents of Astoria, IL, three brothers; Gene Westlake of Browning, IL, Stanley Westlake of Browning, IL, and Scott (and Alice Sheppard) Westlake of Astoria, Il, nephews Caleb, Jason, and Brad Westlake, August and Zach Woolridge, and Tyler and William Sheppard, great-nephews and nieces Dominick, Ciera, Erin, and Tristan Sheppard, and a number of aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Mark was preceded in death by his grandparents Glen and Genevie Westlake and Frankie and Pearl Durell.

Mark was a timber cutter. He also built communication towers across the United States. He attended the South Fulton and Lewistown Schools.

He will be sadly missed by his dogs Oscar, Wilson, Maddie, and Wilbur.

Mark enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A Celebration of Life services will be held at a later date.

Roy Williams

Lewistown – Roy Williams, 68, of Lewistown, formerly of Canton, passed away on Friday, October 7, 2016, at his residence.
He was born on June 15, 1948 in Canton, to Roy and Betty (Lindzey) Williams.  They preceded him in death.
He married Janet Markley and then later married Cecilia Mayall on February 14, 1991 in Canton.  She survives.
Also surviving are his children, Lance (Amanda) Williams, Jodi Wilcoxen, Teri (Rod) Swearingen, Justin “Woogie” (Melissa) Williams and grandchildren, Kirsten, Madison, Ethan, Brock, Gregory, Aiden, Braden and Amelia.
Also preceding him in death was one grandchild, Jude.
Roy served in the US Army during the Vietnam War and later served in the Army reserve, stationed in Canton.
He retired from Caterpillar Tractor Company after 30 years of service.
He was a member of the Canton American Legion and its 40 et 8, a lifetime member of the Lewistown VFW and the Fleet Reserve of Corpus Christy, Texas.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 12, 2016, from 4-7pm, at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton.  The family will receive friends at the Lewistown VFW, at 7:30pm, following visitation, for a celebration of Roy’s life.  There will be no funeral service and cremation rites will take place following the service.
To view Roy’s video tribute, or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Cheri Buban

Canton – Cheryl A. “Cheri” Buban, 66, of Canton passed away at 8:50 p.m. on Sunday, October 9, 2016, at Unity Point Methodist in Peoria.
She was born June 6, 1950, in Peoria to Max Richard and Cecil Agnes (Hananean) Buffum.  She married Charles V. Buban on December 15, 1979, in Canton.  He preceded her in death on March 2, 1994.
She is survived by her two sons, Vince C. (Calista) Buban of Lewistown and Max R. (Beth) Landry of Canton; three brothers, Bob (Val) Buffum of Dunlap, Tom (Kelly) Buffum of Princeville, and Ron (Trina) Buffum of Peoria; and four grandchildren, Hunter Wells, Jade Wells, Emmitt Buban, and Jasper Buban.
She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Chuck Bessler and Mike Buffum; and one sister, Tammie Buffum.
Cheryl was a bartender at the Dunlap American Legion.  She enjoyed gardening and playing with her grandchildren.  She was a member of the Dunlap American Legion Auxiliary.
Cremation rites have been accorded.  A visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, October 13, 2016, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton.
Memorials may be made to the Dunlap American Legion Auxiliary.
To view Cheryl’s tribute video, or to leave online condolences, please visit Oaks-Hines Funeral Home

Norma “Jean” Busby

Canton – Norma “Jean” Busby, 81, of Canton passed away at 2:49 pm, Sunday, October 9, 2016 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.  She was born on June 17, 1935 in Peoria, IL. to Norman and Mabel (Flinn) Zuercher.  Jean married Robert Busby Sr. on March 31, 1957 in Canton.  He survives along with two children; Bob (Deb) Busby Jr, and Patty (Doug) Bergstralh, and one granddaughter Samantha Busby all of Canton.  She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother Steven Zuercher.
Jean enjoyed china painting, reading, doing puzzles, and sitting on the porch watching birds come to the feeders.  She also enjoyed spending time with family, friends, and her cat.  Jean was an active member of Sigma Phi Gamma.
Graveside services will be 11 am Saturday, October 15, 2016 at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton.  The Rev. Monroe Bailey will officiate.  Cremation rites have been accorded.  Memorials can be made to the Fulton County Humane Society or the American Diabetes Association.  Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Helen M. Bubb

Helen M. Bubb, 91, of Ipava, passed away at 8:20 am on Friday, October 7, 2016 at Clayberg Fulton County Nursing Center in Cuba. She was born on August 11, 1925 in Astoria, the daughter of Ross and Stella (White) Hulvey. Helen married Robert E. Bubb on August 15, 1948 in Table Grove. He preceded her in death on January 15, 2002.

Surviving are her 2 sons, Edwin (and Lynn) Bubb of Quincy and Stanley (and Jayme) Bubb of Macomb, 3 daughters, Margo Bubb of Ipava, Emily (and Mike) Hollenback of Ipava and Annette (and David) Hull of Mason City, 7 grandchildren, Jeremy Bubb, Jennifer (and Brian) Roberts, Carrie Bubb, Kirsten Hollenback, Devin (and Becky) Buswell, Jordyn (and Sebastian) Benzi, and Dylan Hull, 2 great-grandchildren, Alana Foose and Sydney Buswell, sister, Dorothy Weaver of Lafayette, IN and 3 brothers, Dean Hulvey of Mt. Sterling, Robert (and Jeanett) Hulvey of Canton and Michael (and Shirley) Hulvey of Maryville.

She is preceded in death by 3 sisters, Lucille Hamilton, Wilma Long, and Julia Goodwin and 2 brothers, Ross Hulvey, Jr. and Marshall Hulvey.

Helen was a civilian worker at Camp Ellis and Camp Grant during WW II. She was the Office Manager for the University of Illinois Extension office in Lewistown, IL, retiring in 1990.

She was a member of the Ipava Christian Church where she served as Church Clerk, Deaconness, served on the church board, and was an Elder. She was a member of the Fulton County HEA. Helen was an artist, painting pictures and china. She enjoyed crafts, playing the piano, and spending time with her family, attending their activities and vacation time. She was also scorekeeper for Bob’s Ball Buster softball team.

Services will be held at 10:30 am on Tuesday, October 11, 2016 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Pastor Brant Reed will be officiating. A visitation will be held from 5 to 8 pm on Monday, October 10th at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Interment will be in the Ipava Cemetery in Ipava. Memorials may be made to the Ipava Christian Church or the Clayberg Fulton County Nursing Center.

Floyd Spotser Jr.

Canton – Floyd A. Spotser Jr., 90, of Canton passed away at 1:20 a.m. on Thursday, October 6, 2016, surrounded by his family at home.
He was born October 19, 1925, in Peoria to Floyd and Emma (Wilson) Spotser Sr.  He married Alice Pickett Spotser and this union brought forth one son, Floyd Spotser III; and three grandchildren, Allison, Kristen, and Floyd “Boomer” Spotser IV.
He later married Delores Lee and his family grew larger with two children, Tracy Spotser and Stacey Spotser; twelve step-children, Jack Lee, Jamie Lee, Davey Lee, Tammy Terry, Sherry (Larry) Lundquist, Amy Gass, Cindy Lee, Kathy Laubrecht; and two other step-children.
On October 12, 1996, Floyd married Cathy Gayton Spotser.  Together they had two children, Deanna Patton Spotser and Devonte Spotser.  Also surviving are his step-children, Douglas Gayton, Cory Gayton, Elizabethy (Arron) Eubank, Tom (Nancy) Gayton, Troy (Karen) Gayton, Couri Gayton, and Janelle Gayton Shores; one sister, Mamye Derarian; and many grandkids and great-grandkids.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his second wife, Delores Lee; one son, Floyd Spotser III; one step-son, Davey Lee; and three sisters, Harriett Mackey, Teresa Mackey, and Sydney Reddick.
Floyd was a veteran of the United States Navy, serving his country during World War II.  He worked for, and retired from, International Harvester in Canton, the City of Canton, and the Fulton County Courthouse, where he worked as a bailiff.  Following his retirement he also worked as a security guard for MSD.
In addition to his many jobs, Floyd loved farming.  He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with all of his grandchildren.  He was a member of the Canton American Legion and a lifetime member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Canton where he was head Deacon.
Funeral services will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, October 10, 2016, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton, where visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service.  Burial, with military honors, will be at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton.  
Memorials may be made to Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Canton.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

John Coulter “J.C.” Clore

John Coulter “J.C.” Clore, 66, of Canton, passed away at 7:15 AM on Wednesday, October 05, 2016 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center.
Arrangements are pending at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL

Wilma R. Courtney

BREEDS- Wilma R. Courtney, 83, of Breeds, passed away at 10:15 PM on Monday, October 3, 2016 at her residence. She was born on March 5, 1933 in Fulton County, IL, a daughter of Sheldon and Ruth Mary Ashby Lingenfelter. She married Harold Courtney on January 29, 1952 in Lewistown. He survives.
Also surviving are his children, Rick (Sue) Courtney of Washington; Donna Courtney, of Breeds; Carol (Zeke Myers of Breeds; Betsy (Tim) Gilmore of Canton; and Bobbie Williamson, Breeds; 18 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild; two sisters, Donna June Vanmiddlesworth of Lewistown; Judith Kay Bowman of Canton; and one son-in-law, Steve Widger.
She was preceded in death by one daughter, Mary Widger; one grandson, William Edward Allen Lidwell; three brothers, Eugene, Sam and Virgil Lingenfelter; four sisters, Bernice Johnson, Juanita Crosetto, Alma Courtney, and Melba Smith.
Wilma worked as a caregiver for Lutheran Social Services for 25 years, and then continued to take care of others long after retirement. She was loved and cherished by many people; you could always find her sitting at the kitchen table waiting for her kids and grandkids, where she loved to teach them creative songs and poems. She loved her flowers, willow trees, and anything to keep her house and yard looking the best in breeds.
Celebration of life service will be on Sunday, October 16, 2016 at the Courtney’s Home in Breeds from 12:00 to 4:00 PM. Cremation rites will be accorded through Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1995 North Main Street, Canton. Memorials can be made to the Graham Home Health & Hospice or to American Cancer Society. To leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Edward Lee Laswell

LONDON MILLS- Edward Lee Laswell, 63, of London Mills, passed away at 2:01 PM on Monday, October 3, 2016 at his Residence. He was born on May 5, 1963 in Iniz, Texas, a son of Ward and Betty Bender Laswell. He married Linda Lou Cremeens on April 21, 1978 in Peoria; she preceded him in death on January 28, 2005.
Also preceded him in death is one brother, David Ray Laswell; one sister Debbie Laswell, and one granddaughter, Kyleigh Marie Laswell.
Surviving are his children, Beth (Alan) Pemble of Canton; Diana (Willie) Taft of Springfield; Eric (Stacy) Laswell of East Peoria; and David Allen Laswell; three grandchildren, Zach Kruzan of Florida; Josh Terry of Indiana; Kiera Webb of Athens, IL and one great-granddaughter, Natelie Kruzan of Florida; six sisters, Pat Brown of Herman, IL; Marylin Frank of Bardolph, Ruth Stanton, of Marquette Heights; Ollie Shannon of Bushnell; Betty Walters of Canton; and Charlotte Church of Yates City.
Edward was a truck driver for the last 38 years, retiring in 2013.
Graveside services will be at 3:00 PM on Thursday, October 6, 2016 at Baughman Cemetery in rural Smithfield. Visitation will be from 1:30 to 2:30 PM on Thursday at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1995 North Main Street, Canton. Rev. Greg Ogle will officiate. Memorials can be made to the family. To view Edward’s DVD or to leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Gary Franklin Parsons

Elmwood – Gary Franklin Parsons, 77, of Peoria, passed away at 1:01 pm, Saturday, October 1, 2016 at Manor Court in Peoria.  He was born on October 30, 1938 in Brereton, IL. to Thomas and Mary (Barberis) Parsons.  Gary first married Jeanette James and later married Sharon Wagner.  Sharon preceded him death.  Also preceding him in death were his parents and a brother David Parsons and sister-in- law Jeanne Parsons.
Surviving is a daughter Lisa (Kevin) Sandall of Princeville, step daughter Marcella Lewis, step-granddaughter Kimbra Wagner, brother Darrell (Lois) Parsons of Canton, three grandchildren; Emily Sandall, Laura Sandall, and Karlen Sandall, step-grandchildren, nephews and a niece.
Services will be  11 am Thursday, October 6, 2016 at South Park United Methodist Church in Canton where visitation will be one hour prior to service.  The Rev. Wally Carlson will officiate.  Cremation rites have been accorded.  Burial of ashes will take place at a later date in White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton.  Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements.  Memorials can be made to either the Chaddock School at 205 S. 24th St. Quincy, IL. 62301 or the Nature Conservancy at 8 S. Michigan Ave. Chicago, IL. 60603 “For Emiquon” in the memo line.  To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Roland C. Myers

Lewistown- Roland C. Myers, 94, of Lewistown passed away at 4:15 PM Sunday October 2, 2016 at Sunset Manor in Canton.

He was born October 31, 1921 at Deerfield Township the son of Frank E. and Flossie M. (Grubb) Myers. He married Eleanor A. Fraikes on October 18, 1941 at Palmyra, MO. She died June 9, 2013. Surviving are three sons, Terry (Marilyn) Myers of Lewistown, Van (Cheryl) Myers and Jeff (Laura) Myers both of Canton, one brother, Bill Myers of Morton, one sister, Ila Sloan of Avon, seven grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren, and three great great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and three sisters.

Roland worked at Caterpillar retiring after 37 years.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday at Oak Hill Cemetery in Lewistown with Reverend Jerry Sawyer officiating. There will be no visitation. Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at http://www.henrylange.com/.

Dorothy I. Davis

Lewistown – Dorothy I. Davis, 87, of Lewistown passed away at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, October 2, 2016, in Carthage.
She was born on November 28, 1928, in Canton, to Hobart R. and Minnie L. (Shuemaker) DuBois.  Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Keith H. Davis, parents, and her brothers.
Dorothy raised one step son, Larry Joe Perardi.
She was a retired telephone operator in Canton.  There will be no services or visitation.  Burial will be at Glendale Memorial Gardens in Pekin.  Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements.
To leave online condolences, please visit Oaks-Hines Funeral Home

Eva Bull

Canton-Eva Bull, 93, of Canton, passed away on Thursday, September 29, 2016, at the Graham Hospital Extended Care in Canton.
She was born on March 24, 1923 in Smithfield to Vernice and Nettie (Saurwien) Harr.
She married Teddy Franklin Bull.  He preceded her in death on September 17, 1973.
Surviving are three children, Christine Bull of Normal, Teddy Bull of Canton, Diane (Steve) Heffernan of Canton one sister Vivian Kauzlarich of Canton, seven grandchildren and several great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by three sons, Terry, Jerry and Randall Bull, six sisters and three brothers.
Eva worked as a cook for the assembly of God Church Day Care.  She also attended the Assembly of God Church.  She enjoyed gardening but most of all she was a loving and caring mother and grandmother.
A graveside funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 4, 2016, at 11 am, at the Wiley Cemetery.  There will be no visitation.
Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements.

Barbara J. Cruser

CANTON- Barbara J. Cruser, 94, of Canton, passed away at 5:04 PM on Saturday, October 1, 2016 at Graham Hospital in Canton. She was born on December 29, 1921 in Canton, a daughter of David Leigh and Margaret “Mattie” Drake Sprague. She married Sylvester “Cy” Cruser on September 2, 1939 in Palmyra, MO. He preceded her in death in 2007. She was also preceded in death by one son, John Cruser, and one brother.

Surviving are her children, Dixie (Kent “Butch”) Minor of Lewistown; Doris (late Joe) Norton of Canton; Diana (Jim) Eyman of Urbana, Ohio; ten grandchildren,  John Norton, Joetta Fisher, Julie ( Norton) Smith, Amanda Eyman, Jim Eyman, Nick Minor, Kimberly Dutton, CJ Cruser, Kelly Cruser, and Johnna Reverman; and fifteen great-grandchildren.

Barbara worked for the Canton Drug Store for many years, and was a member and very involved in the PTA when her children where in school.

Per Barbara’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded through Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1995 North Main Street, Canton.  A celebration of life service and burial of ashes will be at a later date. Memorials can be made to American Cancer Association. To view Barbara’s DVD or to make online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Michael M. Gibboney

Lewistown- Michael M. Gibboney, 84, of Lewistown, passed away at 4:45 PM Saturday October 1, 2016 at Heartland Health Care Center in Canton.

He was born January 11, 1932 at Lewistown, the son of Perl H. and Pansy (Johnson) Gibboney. Survivors include two nephews, Phillip (Linda) Gibboney of Chicago, and Kenneth (Jeanie) Wilson of Arkansas, one niece, Judith Wilson of Arkansas, and one sister in law, Betty Gibboney of Lewistown. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Kenneth Gibboney, and two sisters, Marjorie White, and Patricia Ann Barns.

Mike served in the US Army from 1951-1953 and also in the National Guard. He retired from the Ohio River Company.

Services will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday at Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown, with Reverend Ted Shirley officiating. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 10:30-11:00 AM. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery at Lewistown. Memorial contributions may be made to any charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences may be made at henrylange.com

Clarence Wilkinson Jr.

Canton – Clarence Alan “JR” Wilkinson Jr., 41, of Canton died at 2:43 p.m. on Friday, September 30, 2016, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
He was born July 10, 1975, in Canton to Clarence A. and Charlotte D. (Filker) Wilkinson.  They preceded him in death.
He is survived by four siblings, Lisa (John) Goodwin of Pekin, Joe (Ginny) Wilkinson of Galesburg, Dawn (Mike) Giacabazi of Canton, and Sharrie Wilkinson of Rushville; six nephews; and five nieces.
JR was a self-employed contractor, working in the Canton area.  He enjoyed the outdoors; fishing, riding four-wheelers, spending time with his dogs, and landscaping.  He was a member of the Hanna City Sportsman’s Club.
Cremation rites have been accorded.  A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.  Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
To leave online condolences, please visit http://www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com/

Lillian Gilmore

 

Canton – Lillian Rose Gilmore, 87, of Canton passed away at 9:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 29, 2016, at Sunset Manor in Canton.

She was born August 28, 1929, in Edwards to Gilbert and Lucille (Callier) Snider.  She married Wiley Warren Gilmore.  He preceded her in death in 1965.

She is survived by five children, Patty (the late Jeff) Reed of Canton, David (Bonnie) Johnson of Peoria, Richard (Darlene) Johnson of Canton, Tim (Betsy) Gilmore of Canton, and Cindy (Patrick) Guerra of Canton; one sister, Beverly Doubet-Osborne of Cuba; fourteen grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one son-in-law, Jeff Reed; and one granddaughter, Phoenix Guerra.

Lillian worked throughout the Brimfield and Peoria areas most of her life.  She worked at Weaver’s in Brimfield from an early age, spent many years managing retail shops in Peoria, including the Salvation Army Store, and also worked in home healthcare.  She was a member of Elmwood United Methodist Church.

Lillian was a fun-loving and energetic soul.  She enjoyed keeping busy.  She loved cooking, camping, music, and traveling.  She especially enjoyed visiting her family in Galveston, TX.  Most of all, she loved her family, and she cherished the time she got to spend with all of her grandchildren.

Cremation rites have been accorded.  Graveside services, at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton, will be announced at a later date.  Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements. 

Memorials, made to the family, can be delivered or mailed to Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton.

To leave online condolences, please visit http://www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com/