Viola L. DuBois

Middle Grove-Viola L. DuBois, 90, of Middle Grove, passed away on Monday, June 26, 2017, at her residence.
She was born on February 14, 1927, in Bryant, to Walter “Seb” Seaborn and Edith (Casler) Sheets.  They preceded her in death.
She married Hirschel L. DuBois on April 21, 1945 in Canton.  He preceded her in death on November 7, 2012.
Surviving are her children, Sandra Sue Uhland of Middle Grove, Pat DuBois of Middle Grove, one sister, Sharon K. Wells of Apache Junction, AZ,    grandchildren, Michelle, Shane, Jannette, Jennifer and great grandchildren Kaylynn, Blythe, Megan, Jenna, Savannah, Madeleine, Colton and two special boys, Caleb and Jacob Suydam.
Also preceding her in death are 2 brothers and four sisters.
She was the owner operator of Farmers Inn Café of Farmington.
Most of all she was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 30, 2017, at 11 am, at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton with a visitation one hour prior at the funeral home.
Burial will be held at the White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton.  Family will receive friends following the burial at the Middle Grove Community Center.
Memorial may be made to the Methodist Hospice or Farmington Rescue Squad.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Peggy Johnson

Canton – Peggy Johnson, 66, of Canton, passed away at 7:28 am, Monday, June 26, 2017 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.  She was born on January 12, 1951 in Hartford, Kentucky to Marion and Mildred (Ashby) Johnson.
Surviving is one brother, Ray (the late Diann) Johnson, of Farmington, two sisters, Carolyn (Buck) Hobbs, of Canton, Marian (the late Butch) Barnes, of Canton, one sister-in-law Carolyn Negley, of Fairview, twelve nieces and nephews, twenty-eight great nieces and nephews, four great-great nieces and nephews as well as many other family and friends  that loved her.
Preceding her in death are her parents, and one brother Jed Johnson, of Fairview.
Peggy worked for 30 years at FCRC in Canton.  She attended the Canton First Church of the Nazarene and was a member of the Happy Feet Line Dancers for the last six years.  The greatest joys of Peggy's life included attending ball games and cheering for her favorite players, giving heartfelt gifts to others, and celebrating special occasions with special people.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 29, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton, where visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 28, 2017 from 5 until 7 p.m. the Rev. Dennis Owens will officiate. Burial will be held at the Greenwood Cemetery in Canton immediately following the services.  Memorials can be made to either Canton First Church of the Nazarene or the Jed Johnson Memorial Race.  To view Peggy’s DVD or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Joe Charles Putrich

Joe Charles Putrich, 79, of WeeMaTuk, passed away into eternal life in heaven at 3:15 AM on Saturday, June 24, 2017 at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria. He was born on November 27, 1937 in Canton, the son of Fabian “Dobby” and Lois (Lightle) Putrich . He married the love of his life, Elaine Howard, on July 5, 1959, at the First Christian Church in Canton. She survives.

Also surviving are his three children, JoEllen (Charlie) Albertson of Warsaw, Indiana; Ty (Gina Szpak) Putrich of Vicksburg, Michigan; Tad (Barb) Putrich of Canton; seven grandchildren, Amy (Fritz) VanStraten, Cory and Chelsy Albertson, Lauren and Chase Putrich, and Matt and Megan Putrich; two great-grandchildren, Keegan Geurts and Drake VanStraten.  Also surviving is one sister, Shirley Young of Canton.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents, stepfather Kenneth Sherman, and stepmother Evelyn Putrich.

He worked at International Harvester (Navistar) in Canton, IL, Memphis, TN, and Waukesha, WI for over 38 years before retiring, and was currently working for Buell’s Marine in Canton. Joe graduated from Lewistown High School in 1956, and was a member of South Park United Methodist Church in Canton, where he was actively involved.  He was a former Putman Township trustee and supervisor. Joe also enjoyed supporting his children and grandchildren at their school, extracurricular, and sporting activities, and was a member of the Canton Booster Club. Joe enjoyed golfing, fishing, hunting, and being a Green Bay Packers' fan.  Most importantly, Joe loved being with his family and friends and enjoying life.

Joe served as a Corporal in the United States Army reserves.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, June 28, 2017 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, where visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Tuesday, June 27, 2017. Rev. Rick Atchley will officiate. Burial will be at Hyatt Cemetery in WeeMaTuk, where military honors will be conducted. Memorials can be made to South Park United Methodist Church, or to Painesdale Mine & Shaft, Inc., Painesdale, MI for the preservation of the Champion Mine #4 where his grandfather worked after coming to America from Croatia.  To leave online condolences or to view Joe’s DVD, please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com.

Georgia C. Moser

Georgia C. Moser, 90, of Cuba, passed away at 8:06 PM on Thursday, June 22, 2017 at Clayberg Nursing Home in Cuba. Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton is in charge of arrangements.

Hazel Irene Boetto

Tempe AZ – Hazel Irene Boetto, 93, long time resident of Canton, IL and recent resident of Elmcroft Assisted Living of Tempe, AZ, passed away on May 8, 2017 surrounded by her loving family.
Hazel was born on October 4, 1923 in Canton to Roy and Corda (Huffman) Vaughan. She married Pasqual Boetto on August 11, 1946, who preceded her in death on February 26, 1970 in Canton.
Also preceding her in death were her parents, three sisters, Vera Sanchez, Esther McGarrah, and Verna Clark and one brother, Harold Vaughan.
Surviving is her daughter, Julie (John) Schaible of Tempe, AZ. She is also survived by a grandson, Matthew John Schaible of Tempe, AZ, and several nieces and nephews.
She was employed by International Harvester for over 10 years, as well as working in the Records Division of Graham Hospital for over 20 years, where she retired in 1988. Hazel was also a dedicated homemaker.
She was a faithful member of the Canton First Baptist Church for decades until her move to Tempe in 2012.
A celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, June 26, 2017 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL, where a visitation will be held from 10:00-11:00 AM. Rev. Monroe Bailey will officiate. Burial will follow the services at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton. Memorials can be made to the First Baptist Church of Canton. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

William A. Nicholson

William A. Nicholson, 79 of Trivoli, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at his residence. Services pending with Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home, Farmington.

Jerry Bent

Jerry Bent, age 61 of Rushville, IL, passed away at 1:15 pm on Friday, June 16, 2017 in the Emergency Room of the Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville, He was born on June 13, 1956 in Rushville, IL, the son of Chester Otis and Vera Ruthana (Royer) Bent.

He worked construction.

Jerry is survived by 3 daughters, Karissa Bent of Astoria, IL, Cassie Bent of Beardstown, IL, and Kara Bent of Ipava, IL, his son Cole Bent of Chillicothe, IL, 11 grandchildren; Jacob Alford, T.J. Miller, Caden Mitchell, Trynton Miller, Kailey Williams, Taylar Miller, Kynley Mitchell, Kyle Williams, Jared Cook, Turner Cozart, and Kyson Mitchell, his sister Nancy Herrick of Canton, IL, and 3 brothers, Gary (and Cheryl) Bent of Petersburg, IL, Larry (and Donna) Bent of Ipava, IL, and Dick (and Sandy) Bent of Browning, IL.

Cremation rites have been accorded. Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 25th from 5-7 pm at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria.

Hazel Irene Boetto

Hazel Irene Boetto, 93 of Tempe, Arizona, formerly of Canton, passed away on Monday, May 8, 2017 at Chandler Regional Hospital in Chandler, Arizona. Services pending with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1995 North Main Street, Canton 

Gloria J. Stockham

Lewistown- Gloria J. Stockham, 70, of Lewistown, passed away at 6:46 AM Monday June 19, 2017 at Heartland Health Care in Canton.

She was born January 24, 1947 in Litchfield, the daughter of Joseph and Jean (Gilpin) Held. She married Ralph “Bud” Stockham on November 10, 1979 in Lewistown. He survives with two daughters, Lori Cook of Brownsburg, Indiana; and Stacey Adams of Boca Raton, Puerto Rico; three grandsons, Justin (Christa) Smith, Austin Mibbs, and Aaron Adams; two great grandchildren; and three brothers, Gary (Janet) Held of Raymond, Donnie (Elaine) Held of Farmersville, and William (Bev) Held of Raymond. She was preceded in death by her parents, and one brother, Gerald Held.

Community was important to Gloria. She sold Avon for over 30 years and considered each one of her customers a friend. She was a longtime active member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Lewistown and Spoon River Professional Women’s Club
Her faith, family, and friends were important to her. She could be found drinking coffee every day at the local gathering place. She always looked forward to socializing and sharing a laugh with dear friends. Gloria will be remembered for her kindness, positive attitude, willingness to help, and contagious smile.

A funeral mass will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Lewistown. Visitation will be held Friday from 5-7 PM with a rosary service at 4:30 PM at Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown. A committal service with burial will be held at 3:30 PM Saturday at St. Raymond’s Cemetery at Raymond, IL. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church or Spoon River Professional Women’s Scholarship Fund. Condolences may be made at henrylange.com

Joan Frew

Joan Frew, the daughter of Steve Burkhead and Myrtle (Yaste) Burkhead, was born November 15, 1933 at Perryville, Kentucky and passed away on February 9, 2017 at the Republic County Hospital, Belleville, KS at the age of 83 years, 2 months, and 23 days.
Joan lived and attended schools in her early years in Kentucky, moving to the London Mills, Illinois area and graduating from Spoon River Valley High School. Joan was one of thirteen children born to her parents.
Joan was a waitress/cook at the Teddy Bear Junction at Fiatt, Illinois and met her husband Glenn McHenry Frew. They were married on April 3, 1954 at Canton, Illinois and to this union was born Glenda and Kenneth.
The couple moved to Buckeye, Arizona where they were involved in the management and operation of Whiting Brothers Gas for nearly 30 years. They retired and moved to Republic, KS in 2000.
Joan was very active in the V.F.W. Post # 1826 Auxiliary in Buckeye. She also enjoyed bingo, birdwatching, and spending time with her grandchildren.
Joan was preceded in death by her parents, husband Glenn M. Frew on July 23, 2014; grandson, Todd Frew; sisters, Geneva, Gladys, Nellie and Helen and brothers, R.H., Bobby, and an infant brother; and sister-in-law, Pauline Burkhead.
Joan is survived by one daughter, Glenda (Ronnie) Gaspar of Republic, KS; one son, Kenny (Marcia) Frew of Buckeye, AZ; two grandchildren, Randi Frew (Jim) Shaffer and Tyler (Savannah) Frew; two great grandchildren, Ashley and Sophie Shaffer; one sister, Ruby Neff of Galesburg, Illinois; four brothers, Cecil Burkhead of Canton, Illinois, Johnnie (Ruth) Burkhead of Fairview Illinois, Raymond (Joan) Burkhead of rural Canton, Illinois, and Edward (Donna) Burkhead of Ellisville, Illinois; many nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.
A funeral service will be held on June 20, 2017 at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton at 10:00 a.m. following the services friend and family are invited to join the family to lunch at the Big Racks Steakhouse in Canton. A burial of her ashes will be held at Greenwood cemetery in Canton. Memorials may be made out to the Joan Frew Memorial.
Online condolence may be left at www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Cecil L. Clayton

Canton- Cecil L. Clayton, 83, of Canton passed away on Saturday June 17, 2017 at Unity Point Methodist in Peoria.
He was born on February 17, 1934, to Roy and Mary (Crable) Clayton in Hickory Township, Schuyler County.
He married Sandra Sue Sepich on January 10, 1959, in Canton. She survives.
Also surviving is one child Lisa (Howard) Rogers of, Washington Illinois, and one brother Delbert Clayton of, Havana Illinois.
Proceeding him in death are his parents, and two brothers Gerald and Alan Clayton.
Cecil was a Veteran of the United States Navy serving from 1953 until 1957 on the USS Yosemite, he was a member of the Canton Moose, a Chicago Cubs fan and was also an avid gardener and was famous for his home-grown tomatoes.
Funeral service will be held on Thursday June 22, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton, where visitation will be held on Wednesday June 21, 2017 from 5 until 7 p.m., burial with military honors will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton.
To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Thomas Robert Downs

Thomas Robert Downs age 72 of Bushnell, IL passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 13, 2017 after a courageous battle with Leukemia and Alzheimer’s for the last 7 years.  He was born on June 4, 1945 in Canton, IL to Franklin and Lydia Johns Downs.  He first married Vickie Bowton in 1962.  He later married Deborah Ann Cook in Canton, IL on April 2, 1984.  Tom is survived by his wife Debbie of Bushnell, IL, 5 Children – Mike (Lana) Downs, John (Jennifer) Cardosi, Tim (Pam) Downs all of Canton, IL, Wayne (Tina) Cardosi of St. Louis, MO, and Lora (Kevin) Becker of Steeleville, IL, 12 Grandchildren and 7 Great-Grandchildren.  He is also survived by brother John (Patty) Downs, sister Jane (Larry) Wages, and mother-in-law Charlotte Cook all of Canton, IL.

Tom was on the Fulton Co. Board from 1974 to 1978 and Deputy of Fulton County from 1978 to 1982.  He worked at International Harvester for 21 years as a Journeyman Machinist Machine Repairman and also as a Gunsmith for many years.  In 1984 he joined the Bushnell Police Dept. retiring as a Sergeant in 2010.  Tom was also a master woodworker having owned and operated Tom’s Woodworking.  He received many awards for his work plus many people in Bushnell and surrounding towns have some of his work.  In his spare time he loved fishing with Joe Francis and hunting in his younger years.  His main love was spending time with his grandchildren especially teaching Eric and Morgan Cardosi to fish and passing on his woodworking skills to Eric.

A visitation will be held from 4 – 6 P.M. on Friday June 16, 2017 at the Martin-Hollis Funeral Home in Bushnell, IL.  The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Leukemia Assoc. or the Alzheimer’s Association.  Please sign the guestbook or leave condolences at www.martinhollisfh.com.

Donald D. McCord

Fairview – Donald D. McCord, 96, of Fairview, passed away at 1:45 PM on Saturday, June 10, 2017 at UnityPoint Proctor. He was born on January 17, 1921 in Middlegrove to Jay and Alma Belle (Courtney) McCord. He married Violet Marie Roberts on August 24, 1946 in Keokuk, IA, she preceded him in death on February 17, 1980. He later married Bessie E. Hukill on March 5, 1981 in DeLand, IL, she preceded him in death on May 14, 2014.
 Donald was also preceded in death by his parents.
 Surviving are two step-children, Ronald “Pete” Hukill of Fairview, and Nancy (Bernie) Seipel of Elmwood; three step-grandchildren, Tara Leigh Judd of KY, Alex Bostic of CO, and Amy Oppe of Canton; three step-great grandchildren of KY; cousins, Carol (Earl) Brooks of VA, Bob (Marty) Ritzman of CA, Kathy McCord-Walters of CA, Larry and Jay Ulm of Farmington, and special friends and caretakers.
 Don graduated from Farmington High School in 1939 and he farmed ever since. As a gentleman farmer, Don raised the finest quality livestock, grew highly productive fields of corn and soybeans, and kept his place and machinery in top notch condition. He took pride in his work and was still operating his Gleaner combine at the age of 93. Don loved to reminisce about the rich history of Middlegrove and Farmington and had very strong family ties to these towns.
 Don was a member of Farmington Moose Lodge No. 1571 and the Fulton County Farm Bureau.
Services will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, June 17, 2017 at Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Homes in Farmington, where a visitation will be held from 10-11 AM. Pastor Jim Reed will officiate. Burial will follow the services at Oakridge Cemetery in Farmington, IL. Memorials can be made to Fairview Rescue Squad or Farmington Rescue Squad 1100. To view Don’s DVD or to make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Bessie Witherell

Canton – Bessie Witherell, 102, of Canton, passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2017 at Heartland Health Care Center in Canton. She was born on January 3, 1915 in Canton, to Charles and Emma (Werry) Williams.

She was preceded in death by husbands, Albert White and John Witherell, son, Robert Lawver of Canton, granddaughter, Krisa (Lawver) Kelly of Greenville, MS, one sister, and five brothers.

Surviving are son, Charles (Sharon) Lawver of Branson, MO; daughter-n-law, Beverly Lawver of Canton; grandchildren, Lisa (Brian) Peterson of Lansing, MI, Jason (Nancy) Lawver and Angie (Byron) Musehl of Branson, MO; great-grandchildren, Cassidy, Kayden, Josh, Dylan, Jordan, and Lindsay; and a special cousin, Mrs. Margaret Anderson of Franklin, IN.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, June 15, 2017 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, where a visitation will be held from 10-11 AM. Rev. Kevin VanTine will officiate. Burial will follow the services at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton. Memorials can be made to Shriners Hospital for Children. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Joyce A. Latimer

Canton- Joyce A. Latimer, 80, of Canton, passed away Thursday June 8, 2017 at Graham Hospital in Canton. She was born on February 8, 1937, in Canton, to Guy and Hermina (Ashby) StClair.  They preceded her in death. She married Lawrence “Larry” Latimer on September 3, 1955 in Canton.  He preceded her in death on February 1, 2011. Surviving are her children Larry (Karen) Latimer of Canton, Lori (Jeff) Ellsworth of Canton, Kevin (Debbie) Latimer of Canton, Thomas (Michelle) Latimer of Canton, brothers, Donald St Clair of Canton, Gary StClair of Canton, sister, Sarahann Reith of Canton, thirteen grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Joyce worked for Mac’s Coffee Shop and later worked in the cafeteria at Westview and Eastview Schools.  She was always able to lend a hand and care for whom ever needed help.  She volunteered at the Illinois River Correctional Center providing church services and helping in the prison Library and she attended 7th Day Adventist Church.  She also knitted and crocheted.  Most of all she was a loving mother and grandmother.  She enjoyed the kid’s ball games and activities. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, June 13, 2017, at 1 pm, at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton where visitation will be held on Monday, June 12, 2017, from 5-7 pm. Burial will be at the Greenwood Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital or to 7th Day Adventist Church. To leave online condolences, or to view Joyce’s video tribute please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Gary King

Canton - Gary King, 75, of Canton, passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2017, at Graham Hospital in Canton. He was born on October 8, 1941 in Joliet, IL, to Charles and Violet (Thorne) King.  They preceded him in death. He married Darlene McDermott on October 19, 1963 in Pleasant Grove, Iowa.  She survives. Also surviving are three children, David King of Lisle, IL, Jason King (Dena) of Cincinnati, OH, Eric King of West Peoria, IL, one brother, Charles King of Joliet, four grandchildren, Katie (Fionn) McLoughlin of St. Louis, MO and Tristan, Emilie, and Isaac King all of incinati, OH. Gary graduated from Joliet Central High School before attending Loras College in Dubuque IA. After   receiving   his   B.S.   in   Chemistry  from   Loras,   he   then   accepted   a   teaching   position   at Marengo (IL) High School.  After 4 years of teaching high school, he returned to graduate school and received his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of South Dakota.   He then found his teaching home at Spoon River College in Canton where for the next 33 years he was surrounded by the students that he loved before his retirement in 2004. Gary   lived   a   life   of   service   through   his   lifelong   commitment   to   teaching   and   through   his involvement in a variety of community activities including the Spoon River College Faculty Association, the Illinois Community College Trustees Association, and as an active member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church serving on the Parish Council.   He also enjoyed volunteering at variousorganizations including the  Illinois Cancer  Center  and over 30 years with Meals on Wheels. Gary was a lifelong classical music lover and attended Loras College on a flute scholarship.  He was an avid Chicago Cubs, Bears, and Bulls fan and enjoyed the outdoors greatly – especially golf outings and fishing trips with friends and family. Most of all Gary was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend.  He most enjoyed spending time with the people he loved.  He will be greatly missed by all. His family would like to thank the people who cared for him in the last years of his life at both Red Oaks in Canton and Reflections in Washington for their loving care of Gary. They became family to him. A celebration of Gary’s life will be held on Wednesday, June 14, 2017, from 5-8 pm, at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton with a funeral Mass on Thursday, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church at 10 am. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery in Canton. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Spoon River College Foundation or St. Mary’s Food   Pantry.     To   view   Gary’s   video   tribute   or   to   leave   online   condolences,   please   visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Barbara J. Aplin

CANTON– Barbara J. Aplin, 77, of Canton, passed away at 4:25 AM on Saturday, June 10, 2017 at Sunset Nursing Home in Canton. She was born on June 23, 1939 in Farmington, a daughter of George and Violet (Jennings) Phillips. She married Donald Aplin on July 11, 1955 in Farmington. He preceded her in death.
Also, preceded her in death is her parents, one brother, Maurice Phillips; one sister, Marlene Schneider.
Surviving is her god-daughters, Becky (Kevin) Vanorder of Canton; Katie Wagner of Canton; several nieces and nephews; and her god-grandsons, Auston and Ashton Vanorder.
Barbara work as a self-employed housekeeper for several families in the community, and also worked for Day & Palin Grocery store and Shad Hill in Farmington for several years.
Per Barbara’s wishes cremation rites will be accorded through Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 PM on Friday, June 16, 2017 at the First Nazarene Church in Canton, where a light lunch will be provided after services. Pastor Dennis Owens will officiate. Burial of ashes will be at a later date in Oakridge Cemetery in Farmington. Memorials can be made to: In memory of Barbara Aplin c/o Bank of Farmington. To leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Steven L. Hayes

Canton – Steven L. Hayes, 58, of Canton passed away Friday June 9, 2017 at Sunset Manor in Canton after a five year battle with muscular dystrophy.
He was born on June 12, 1958,  in Jacksonville to Clarence and Doris (Hollaway) Hayes
Surviving is his significant other of 22 years, Diana Grigsby, of Canton, one child Andy Hayes, of Meredosia Illinois, one brother Denny (Judy) Hayes, one sister Penny Hayes and three grandchildren Megan Hayes, Ashley Hayes, and Michael Hayes
He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Eddy and Tommy Hayes, and one sister Connie Maxwell.
Steven was a factory worker for many years.  He was also an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan.
Cremation rites have been accorded and there will be a celebration of life held at a later date.
Memorials may be made out to the Muscular Dystrophy Foundation.
To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome .com

Donald Dean McCord

Donald Dean McCord, 96 of Fairview, passed away at 1:45 PM on Saturday, June 10, 2017 at Unity-Point Proctor Hospital in Peoria. Arrangements pending with Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Farmington.

Carl Norman McCoy- Brown

Carl Norman McCoy- Brown, 88, of Louisville, KY, formerly of Mt. Vernon, Illinois, passed away at 11:30 PM on Saturday, June 10, 2011 at Hosparus Inpatient Care Center in Louisville, KY. He was born on July 30, 1928 in Mt Vernon, IL a son of John Jefferson and Eula Elizabeth (Garrison) McCoy-Brown. He married Margaret Field on September 19, 1954 in St David, Illinois. She preceded him in death on March 7, 2008.
Also, preceded him in death is his parents, one brother, Teddy Walker, and one sister, Mary Cheek.
Surviving is one daughter, Carla Sue Brown of Louisville, KY; and two grandchildren, Nakai Alexander Brown and Isabeau Sage Halcomb both of Louisville, KY; one brother, Narrah McCoy, and one sister, Betty Huston both of Mt Vernon.
Carl was Director of Transportation for many years at Keystone steel and wire, and later retired in 1993 as Vice President for Westmoreland Coal Company in Philadelphia, he was a member of First United Methodist Church in Peoria, and member of 32nd Masons of Mohammed Temple in Bartonville. Carl proudly served his country during World War II as a veteran of the United States Navy.
Graveside services and burial will be at 2:30 PM on Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton, visitation will be from 1:00 to 2:00 PM on Tuesday at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1995 North Main Street, Canton. Rev. Kevin VanTine will officiate. Memorials can be made to Fulton County Humane Society. To leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Patricia Plack

Washington – Patricia Ann Plack, 75, formerly of Canton and Brimfield, passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2017, surrounded by her loving family at home.
She was born on March 18, 1942 in Peoria to John and Berenice (Miller) Johnson.  They preceded her in death.
She married James Plack on August 9, 1964 in Brimfield.  He survives.
Also surviving are her daughters, Diana (Trevor) Hiel of Washington, Michelle (David) Townsend of Columbia, MO, sisters, Rena Thorne of Brimfield, Rose (Bill) LaBerdia of Dunlap, one brother, Dick (Marty) Johnson of Brimfield and four grandchildren, James, Annabelle, Grace and Emory.
Pat was a devoted Wife, Mother, Sister and Aunt.  Her love for Jesus was evident by her genuine kindness and grace she extended to all who had the pleasure of knowing her.  She was lovingly known as “Mrs. Plack” at Brimfield Grade School where she taught 3rd grade and special education for 17 years.  Pat loved to garden and spend time with her family, especially her grandkids.  She loved to read books and listen to the radio.
A funeral service will be held on Monday, June 12, 2017, at 10:00 a.m., at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Elmwood, with a visitation on Sunday, June 11, 2017, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the funeral home.
Burial will immediately follow the service at Brimfield Township Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wesley United Methodist Church in Canton or WBNH Radio, 1919 Mayflower Dr., Pekin, IL 61554.
To view her video tribute or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

John Ridgeway Sr.

Cuba-John Ridgeway Sr., 69, of Cuba, passed away on Wednesday, June7, 2017, at the Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis.
He was born on March 4, 1948 in Ironton, Ohio, to Eugene and Doris (Vance) Ridgeway.
He married Kathy Anderson on January 29, 1972 in Jacksonville, IL.  She survives.
Also surviving is his mother of Cuba, two children, John (Rebekah) Ridgeway Jr. of Cuba, Brandee (Cory) Cordova of Lafayette, LA, two sisters, Beverly Brown of Cuba, Judy (Greg) LePine of Peoria, two grandchildren, Olivia and Genevieve and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father.
John retired from Freeman United Coal Mine in April 2004 after 22 ½ years of service.  He was a member of the Cuba Christian Church.  Most of all he was a loving husband, father, brother and PaPa.  He enjoyed spending his time with his grandkids and his dogs, Scooby and Winston. 
A graveside funeral service will be held at 11 AM, on Tuesday, June 13, 2017, at the Cuba Cemetery.  There will be no visitation.
Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Humane Society or to Siteman Cancer Center, 7425 Forsyth Blvd, Campus Box, 1204, St. Louis, MO 63105.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Howard H. Vohland

Canton – Howard H. Vohland, 87, of Canton, passed away at 9:27 AM on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 at Graham Hospital. He was born on October 30, 1929 in Washington, IL to Henry and Wilhelmine (Poehlman) Vohland. He married Lois Rohrer on July 15, 1950 in Fairview.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Lois Vohland; sons, Bill ( Brenda) Vohland and Bob (Deb) Vohland; grandchildren, Isaac (Ruth) Vohland, Caty (Colin) Campbell, Ross Vohland, Nathan Vohland and Seth (Natalie) Vohland; great-grandchildren, Sawyer and Finn Campbell, Livia and Audra Vohland and Henry Vohland; and sister, Eileen Dillard.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Howard graduated in 1947 from Washington High School.

Howard served during the Korean War in the Army from 1951-1953. He returned to rural Canton in 1953 to farm with the Rohrers. Howard raised chickens and sold eggs through the 1960s, was a Pioneer seed grower and seller, and had numerous detasseling crews through the 70s and 80s. He was a Master Farmer in 1992 through the Prairie Farmer Magazine.

He was a member of the Fairview Reformed Church for many years, taught Sunday School and served on the Consistory. He was a Charter Member of the Fulton Mason Camp of Gideons International. He was a member of the Masons, served on the Fulton County Soil & Water Conservation District Board, 1st Farm Credit Board, Fairview Farmers Elevator Board, Fulton County Farm Bureau Board, serving as president from 1984-1990.

Services will be held at 10 AM on Saturday, June 10, 2017 at the Fairview Reformed Church in Fairview, IL. Rev. Michael Huson will officiate. Burial will follow the service at Fairview Cemetery in Fairview, IL. A visitation will be held from 5-8 PM on Friday, June 9, 2017 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Memorials can be made to Gideons International or Fulton County Farm Bureau Foundation. To view Howard’s DVD or to make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Ruth M. Coonley

Ruth M. Coonley, 91, passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2017 in Farmington, Illinois. A fifty-eight-year resident of North Aurora, Illinois, Ruth moved to Canton, IL in 2013 to live near her daughter Jean and her family.
Born October 18, 1925 in Selman, Oklahoma, Ruth spent her early years growing up on a family farm in Chetopa, KS the daughter of Sylvia Warner Dixon and James Joseph Dixon. She had four siblings, all of whom preceded her in death.
In 1945 in Wichita, Kansas, she met Merle J. Coonley, the Navy sailor she loved for the next forty-five years until his death in 1991. Following his discharge from the Navy, they moved to his hometown of Waupun, WI where they had three children, Allen J. Coonley (Karen) of Montgomery, IL, Sandra C. Blodgett (A. Mason, deceased) of Novato, CA, and Jean M. Arndt (Bill) of Canton, IL. She often commented how welcomed she felt by Merle’s family and friends, especially lifelong friends Phillip and Loretta Claggett. Waupun was their home until 1956 when Merle was transferred to new employment in Aurora, IL.
Ruth loved her family, children, and grandchildren Kim (Coonley) Hyman (Curtis) of Canton, NC, Kathryn R. (Katie) Blodgett of San Carlos, CA, Sarah M. Blodgett of New York City, NY, and Alexandra M. (Lexi) Arndt of West Des Moines, IA. In addition, she had three great grandsons and one great-great granddaughter. She loved to care for her home and garden and took immense pride in both. A fiercely independent woman, she still mowed her own lawn and blew her own snow well into her late 80’s. Her late son-in-law often insisted that “she made pies that would win a pie competition at the County Fair”!
Ruth enjoyed bowling and participated in many leagues, first with her husband, Merle, and later in senior leagues in the Aurora area. As a young married couple, Ruth and Merle also enjoyed square dancing, and, later, annual family camping trips across the country. She was very involved with her church, the former Union Congregational Church of North Aurora, where she sang in the choir. In her later years, she enjoyed quilting.
A graveside service will be held at a later date at River Hills Memorial Park, Batavia, IL. In recognition of the care Ruth received in the final months of her life the family plans to establish a scholarship fund for CNA/Nursing students who need assistance with tuition.  Memorial contributions for this scholarship may be sent in care of Sedgwick Funeral Homes, 1995 N. Main Street, Canton, IL 61520 in the name of the Ruth M. Coonley Memorial Nursing Scholarship Fund. Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Irvin James Davis

Canton- Irvin James Davis, 93, of Canton passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2017 at Sunset Manor in Canton.
He was born on December 8, 1922, in Brooklyn, Illinois, to Franklin and Bertha (Powell) Davis.
He married Ethel Knous on June 30, 1946 in Rushville Illinois, she proceeded him in death on June 22, 2016.
Irvin is survived by two children, Sherrie Smith, of Chillicothe, Illinois, and Jeff Davis, of Canton
He was proceeded in death by his parents, and one child Stephen J. Davis, three brothers Robert, Clifford, Lawrence Davis, and one sister Inez Hayden.
Irvin was a veteran of the United States Army Air Corp., he was a past president of the Airstream Club, he was an avid camper, he also loved to visit Texas and he enjoyed fishing.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday June 10, 2017 at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton at 11:00 a.m. where visitation will be held one hour prior to the service, burial with military honors will be held at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton. Memorial may be made out to the donors choice.
To leave online condolences, or to view Irvin’s video tribute please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Connie S. Trobaugh

St. David – Connie S. Trobaugh, 66, of St. David, passed away at 3:16 pm, Sunday, June 4, 2017 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.  She was born on March 21, 1951 in Canton to Glenn and Betty A. (McCracken) Romine.  She married her soulmate, Thomas Trobaugh on September 6, 1996 in Lewistown.  He preceded her in death on November 30, 2016. Also preceding her in death were her father Glenn “Jr” Romine, step-father James R. Grove and one grandson Elijah Stufflebeam.
Surviving are her children, Sherry Whiteman of Canton, Michael Tovrea of Phoenix, AZ, Adele Tovrea of St David, Corrina (Jay) Freiheit of Havana, Tim Trobaugh of Canton, mother Betty A. Grove of Canton, two brothers Frank D. Romine and Kevin S. Grove both of Canton, two sister Debora K. Sheets of Canton, and Tammy Romine Clayton of Sallin, IL , nine grandchildren, four great grandchildren and her loving dog Sassy.
Connie was a loving wife and mother, and loved fishing, camping, playing pool, crocheting, and spending time with her family.
Her family will receive friends at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton from 11am-1pm, on Saturday, June 17, 2017 for a Celebration of Life.  There will be no funeral service and cremation rites have been accorded.  Memorial can be made to the family. To view Connie’s video tribute or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Tina Irene Werry

Bryant – Tina Werry, 53, of Bryant passed away at 7:17 pm Friday, June 2, 2017 at the Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.  She was born on October 18, 1963 in Canton to James W. and Frieda K. (Henry) Smith.  Surviving is her boyfriend Randy Utter of Bryant, daughter Sharon K. (Jeff) Bartlett of St. David, four grandchildren; Mackenzie, Michael, Matthew, and Destiny, brother Roger (Laura) Smith of Canton, three sisters; Betty Tennison of Canton, Susan Lingenfelter of Canton, and Patty (Jim) Sprinkle of Middleton. Cremation rites have been accorded.  Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements. To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Millie Shafer

Mildred E. “Millie” (Chipman) Shafer, 69, of Canton, IL, formerly of rural Lewistown, lost her courageous battle to breast cancer on June 2, 2017 at 7:50 P.M. at Graham Hospital extended care.
Millie was born on October 1, 1947 in Canton, IL to Ray and Doris (Means) Chipman. She is survived by her son, Michael S. (Missy) Wilkinson of Lewistown, IL, and her daughter, Kelly L. (Darrell) Patraw of Dunfermline, IL; two granddaughters, Whitney Wilkinson and Karly Patraw, and one sister, Laura (Jim) Hardy. Millie was especially blessed with her loving friend and companion Alvin “Cat” Bartlett of St. David, IL, and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Millie loved her pets which included horses to trail ride and her cat “Tom”. She will be remembered by those who knew her closely by the same infectious laugh as her father.
Cremation rites have been accorded by Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL and, as per her wishes there will be no visitation or services. Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Lewistown, 101 N. Main St., Lewistown, IL 61542 or The American Cancer Society. To make online condolences you may visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com 

Teresa L. Jausel

Maquon – Teresa L. Jausel, 70, of Maquon, passed away at 10:42 AM on Sunday, June 4, 2017 at Richard L. Owens Hospice Home. She was born on May 5, 1947 in Peoria to Edward and Mary (Ferguson) Lehman. She married Ervin Jausel on July 19, 1972 in Cheyene, WY, he survives.

Also surviving is one son, Steven (Missy Cooper) Young of Canton; one step-son, Bill Jausel of East Peoria; five grandchildren, Stephanie, Torie, Tabitha, Kimberly, Steven; one brother, Mike Lehman of Peoria; and one sister, Sylvia Miller of Creve Ceour.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, David Young, two brothers, Nick and Lonnie Lehman, and one sister, Connie Lindahl.

Teresa retired from Farmington Country Manor. She enjoyed her flowers, gardening, and sewing.

Private graveside services and burial will be held at Yates City Cemetery at a later date. Memorials can be made to Hope Institute in Springfield, IL. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Nellie G. Bucher

Nellie G. Bucher, 82, of Astoria, passed away at 7:40 pm on Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at her daughters home in Astoria. She was born on June 19, 1934 in Canton, the daughter of Henry and Pearl (Peterman) Busby. Nellie married William “Willie” Bucher on November 30, 1954 in Astoria. He preceded her in death on August 13, 2014.

Also preceding her in death is her grandson, Erik Bucher, 2 brothers, Morris and Don Busby, and her sister, Hildreth Busby.

Survivors include her daughter, Lu Ann (and Charlie) Bollinger of Astoria, 2 sons, Alvin Bucher of Astoria, and Larry (and Lisa) Bucher of Astoria, 10 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.

Nellie was a homemaker.

Nellie was loved by many and she thought the world of her children and grandchildren.

Nellie had three special friends that were always there for her, Nancy Swan, Jenny Hood and Sandy Rawley Page. She also had two girls she thought of as daughters, her niece, Pam Shaw and Lily Powell. She considered Hershel and Beulah Jennings to be her second parents.

Nellie always put a huge garden in. She loved to cook big meals and canning. Her green tomato pickle relish was the best and lime pickles were also really good.

“Mom’s in heaven cooking something for Dad. Mom when I get to heaven, I want a big glass of your famous sweet tea. Go rest high on that mountain and tell Dad and Erik hi.”

Nellie was a member of the Vermont Christian Church in Vermont.

Services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, June 3, 2017 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Pastor Fred Fritz will be officiating. A visitation will be held 1 hour prior to the service on Saturday at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Astoria Cemetery in Astoria. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or the Astoria Christian Church.

Joann E. Wisniewski

Joann E. Wisniewski, 84, of Canton, passed away at 5:28 PM on Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at Graham Hospital. Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton is in charge of arrangements.

Dorothy J. Eskridge

Canton- Dorothy J. Eskridge, 85, of Canton passed away at 4:03 am, Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at Graham Hospital in Canton.  She was born on July 18, 1931 in Canton to John K. and Dorothy (Bentzel) Johnson.  Dorothy is survived by a son Richard (Stephanie) Eskridge of Alabama, two granddaughters; Heather and Valerie, great-grandson, Benjamin, and a brother, John (Alice) Johnson of Aurora, IL.  Proceeding her in death were her parents, one son Clyde David “Bucky” Eskridge, and two sisters; Ruth Mitchell and Marjorie Dancy.
Dorothy worked 23 years for Dr. Ragsdale and later worked at Spoon River Home Health.  She was an active member of First Christian Church in Canton for over 68 years.
Services will be 2 pm Saturday, June 3, 2017 at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton, where visitation will be 1 hour prior to services.  Burial will follow in Oak Ridge Cemetery in Farmington.  Memorials can be made to the First Christian Church.  To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
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