Wilma M. Stobaugh

Wilma M. Stobaugh, 79, of Hanna City, IL, formerly of Farmington, IL passed away at 2:23 PM on Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, IL.

Arrangements are pending with Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Farmington, IL.

Elgin Almeda Cook

Canton – Elgin Almeda Cook, 95, of Canton, went to be with her Lord and Savior on September 26th at 2:50 AM.  She was born on January 30, 1922 to Jean and Nannie (Bennett) Comstock. She married Eldon Cook of Stronghurst on June 11th, 1941 at the home of her parents.  They celebrated their 60th anniversary before Eldon’s passing on September 6, 2001.
Preceding her in death were her parents, her oldest son Larry William “Bill”, her youngest daughter Elgin Elaine (Cook) Ostiguy, her son-in-law James Ostiguy, two older brothers and a granddaughter Heather Cook.  Survivors include her son Jerry Lee Cook of Argyle, TX, and daughter Nana Sue Cook of Canton.  She is also survived by five grandchildren; Peter Ostiguy of Denver, CO, Steven (Lexi) Ostiguy of Cedar Falls, IA, and Nathan Ostiguy of Des Moines, IA, Chad (Michelle) Cook, and Kim (Matt) Jones both of Dallas, TX, two great-grandchildren and the newest great-grandchild, Harrison James Ostiguy, born less than a week before her passing.
She was a devoted homemaker and loved cooking, gardening, canning, and sewing for her family in the early years.  She especially relished her role as a farmer’s wife and loved entertaining family and friends in her home.  She was active in Home Bureau and was an enthusiastic member of PTA.  After graduating from Spoon River College in 1974 as a licensed practical nurse, she worked at what is now the Renaissance Nursing Center.  She also volunteered for 10 years with Meals on Wheels.
The family were members of the First Christian Church in Blandinsville and transferred their membership to the First Christian Church of Canton shortly after moving to Canton in 1955.  She served for several years on the missions committee and other committees within the church.  She was a 55 year member of the CCC Sunday School class and was very active the Christian Women’s Fellowship.  She never stopped growing in her faith and her devotion to Christ.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday September 30, 2017 at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton at 11 a.m., where visitation will be held one hour prior to the service.
Burial will be held at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton.
Memorials may be made to WBNH Christian Radio.
To leave online condolences, or to view Elgin’s video tribute please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

John W. Hardin

Canton – John W. Hardin, 29, of Canton, passed away at 7:46 AM on Tuesday, September 26, 2017 in Canton, IL. He was born on September 19, 1988 in Pekin to John Hardin and Connie Day.

Surviving are his mother, Connie (Rob) Brown of Canton; father, John (Connie) Hardin of Canton; daughter, Allana Hardin of Canton; sister, Hanna Hardin of Canton; paternal grandparents Gene and Phebe Hardin of Canton; step-sister, Hillary (Sean) Kelly of Petersburg; step-brother, Garrett Carruthers of Canton.

John was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Paul and Joann Day.

John worked for Keystone Steel & Wire in Bartonville, IL. He loved to read and had a passion for swords and video gaming.

John served in the Army National Guard for six years and was deployed to Egypt.

Private graveside services and burial will be held at a later date at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton, IL. Cremations rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Memorials can be made out to Canton D.A.R.E. Program, attention Erin Slack – Treasurer, 2 N Main St., Canton, IL 61520. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Norma Windsor

Norma Windsor, age 84 on Rushville, IL, passed away at 10:35 pm on Sunday, September 24, 2017 at the Rushville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Rushville, IL. She was born on June 22, 1933, a daughter of John Roscoe and Gordia Eurith (Benham) Ford. On February 25, 1952, Norma married Harold Lee Windsor in Canton, IL. He preceded her in death on April 5, 2010.

Also preceding Norma in death was her daughter Cynthia Windsor, 2 grandchildren, Casey and Amanda Chrisco, 2 sisters, Wilma Parks and Delores Thompson, and 5 brothers, John, Richard, James, Rosco, and Ralph Ford.

Norma is survived by 4 sons, Randall (and Deborah) Windsor of Canton, IL, Timothy Windsor of Canton, IL, David Windsor of Macomb, IL, and John Windsor of Astoria, IL, 3 daughters, Sandra (and Jan) McCombs of Littleton, IL, Penny Windsor of Macomb, IL, and Aimee (and Shannon) Burget of Summum, IL, 15 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, and her sister Judy Mitchell of Inota, OK.

Norma worked in housekeeping at Graham Hospital in Canton. She also worked for the overall factory in Canton and the glove factory in Beardstown, IL.

She was a homemaker for several years and enjoyed sewing and quilting.

Services will be held on Thursday, September 28th at 3:00 pm at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Central Illinois Chapter, 606 W. Glen Oak Avenue, Peoria, IL. Cremation rites will be accorded following services.

Rosalee Lutz

Canton-Rosalee Lutz, 85, of Canton passed away Sunday September 24, 2017 at Red Oak Estates in Canton.
She was born on October 28, 1931 in Canton to Byron and Letha (Vance) Gumbel.  They preceded her in death.
She married Lemont Lutz on December 4, 1949, in Canton.  He preceded her in death on November 23, 1998.
Also preceding her in death is one granddaughter, Heather Tomich.
Surviving are her children Monte Lutz of Canton, Debbie (Ronald) Surdyk of Crest Hill, IL, Vicki (Phil) Grzanich of Canton, one sister Betty Brazee of Bartonville, one niece, Roberta Stringer, grandchildren, Dr. Derek, Dustin, Zachary, Lacey, Matthew and Ten great – grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, September 28, 2017, at 11am, at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton with a visitation one hour prior.
Burial will be at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton.
Memorials may be made to Red Oak Estates.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Mary C. Pippitt

Dunfermline-Mary C. Pippitt, 95, passed away on Monday, September 25, 2017, at Heartland Health Care Center of Canton
She was born on April 19, 1922, in Dunfermline to Vinco and Mary (Monce) Grzanich Sr.  They preceded her in death.
She married Joe D. Pippett on April 17, 1948 in Canton.  He preceded her in death on June 20, 1990.
Surviving are her nieces and nephews, Mary Ann Musselman, Diana Pechman, Angie Wright, Marcia Grzanich, Sue Thomas, Jerry, Gary, Bob, Ron, Tom, Phil and Dan Grzanich.
Also preceding her in death is her brothers, Vinco Jr, Pete, Steve, John, Romano, Joe, Albert and Tony and her nieces and nephews, Pat Bon, Jack Grzanich, Gloria Jean Grzanich, Dick Grzanich and Andy Grzanich.
Mary was a lifetime member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church in St David, the church ladies club, the Dunfermline Women’s Club and the Women of the Moose #369.
A funeral service will be held at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton on Wednesday, September 27, 2017, at 11 am, where a visitation will be held one hour prior.
Burial will be at the St. Joseph Cemetery in Canton.
Memorials may be made to St. Michael’s Church
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Mark Buskirk

Canton – Mark S. Buskirk, 60, passed away on Saturday, September 23, 2017, at the University of Chicago.
He was born on January 28, 1957 in Kewanee to Eldon and Nancy (Hanson) Buskirk.  They preceded him in death along with his step father Leslie Kidd.
He married Amber Balbinot on August 5, 1999 in Reno Nevada.  She survives.
Also surviving are his children, Kathy (Marcus) Beaty of Cuba, Brandy Maxwell of Cuba, Lindsay Buskirk of Peoria, Joshua (Jacie) McClaskey, of Canton, Holly Vogel of Lincoln, brothers, Marion (Debbie) Buskirk of Canton, Marty (Peggy) Buskirk, of Canton, John (Tami) Buskirk, of State College, PA, sister, Robin (Wayne) Erickson of Canton and grandchildren, Abby, Jordan, Cody, Olivia, Cris, Ethan, Nora and Grayson.
Mark worked as an independent truck driver.  He enjoyed Harley Davidson motorcycles, old cars and drag racing.
Per Mark’s wishes cremation rites have been accorded and a celebration of his life will be held on Sunday, October 8, 2017, from 1-3 pm, at The Canton Masonic Lodge.
Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements.
To view Mark’s video tribute or to leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Lester E. Burgard

Lester Eugene Burgard, age 87 of Havana, IL, passed away at 6:23 pm on Tuesday, September 19, 2017 at the Havana Health Care Center in Havana, IL. He was born on March 5, 1930 in Littleton, IL, the son of Andrew Burley and Irma Elizabeth (Bollinger) Burgard. On August 27, 1949, Lester married Rosa Lee Danner in Astoria, IL. She survives.

Also surviving are three sons, Jerry Burgard of Havana, Lyle (and Pamela) Burgard on Browning, IL, and Pastor Rick (and Cathy) Burgard of Havana, two daughters, Sheila (and Gary) Sloter of Astoria and Loretta (and Robert) Mansfield of Warsaw, IN, thirteen grandchildren; Chris Burgard, Keith Burgard, Althea (and Todd) Russell, Jennifer Burgard, Michael (and Amy) Burgard, Scott (and Tera) Burgard, Matthew (and Jessica) Burgard, April (and Jim) Wilton, Theressa (and Harry) Shambaugh, Gary (and Renee) Sloter, Jr., Geff Sloter, Susan (and Joshua) Moran, and Robert Paul (and Mandy) Mansfield, nineteen great-grandchildren, and one great-great-granddaughter.

Lester was preceded in death by his sister, Marian Huseman.

He worked for the railroad when Lester and Rosa Lee were first married. He then worked for Farr Trucking in Table Grove, IL and later went to work for International Harvester in Canton, IL for 29 years, retiring in 1983. He became an ordained minister with the Church of the Nazarene on August 14, 1970 and pastored churches in Bath, Astoria, Fairbury, and Rushville, Illinois. Upon retirement, he did pulpit fill for area churches.

Lester enjoyed fishing and coon hunting in his spare time, but his life was dedicated to his work and his church.

Services will be held on Saturday, September 23rd at 10:00 am at the Havana Church of the Nazarene. Pastor Rick Burgard will officiate. Visitation will take place on Friday, September 22nd from 4-7 pm at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Interment will be in the Woodland Cemetery, Astoria, IL. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or the Havana Church of the Nazarene.

Cleo Ewing Leppo

 St. David - Cleo Ewing Leppo, 100, originally of St. David, IL, passed away in her sleep on Friday, August 25, 2017, in Seattle, WA. She was born February 8, 1917, in Dunfermline, IL to George William and Nellie (Thomas) Ewing. She married Samuel Leppo, USAF, on December 31, 1951, at Andrews Air Force Base in Prince George’s County, MD. He preceded her in death on May 23, 2000. Her parents; brothers, Clyde Ewing and Carlos Ewing; and infant sister Mary Elizabeth Ewing, also preceded her in death.
 
Cleo was an unusually caring person whose kindness and generosity towards others continued throughout her life. She was a supporter of women’s rights, unions, and equality for all. She spent several years in Japan, which influenced her appreciation for wabi-sabi and the beauty of nature in everyday life. She was an avid reader and crossword enthusiast. Cleo enjoyed learning about and experiencing other cultures, religions, and cuisines. She was an outstanding cook who was always trying new recipes. Cleo loved gardening and had an amazing green thumb. African violets were her favorites. Her times spent surrounded by family in St. David were her fondest memories.
 
Cleo worked for Buckheart Township social services and Camp Ellis before moving to Washington, DC to join the Navy during WWII. After the war ended she joined the Naval Reserves and worked as a secretary at the Pentagon. When Cleo and Sam returned from Japan, they settled in Vienna, VA, where Cleo enjoyed raising her children, feeding the birds and squirrels, and gardening. When her children were grown, she returned to work for the State Department at the Agency for International Development in Washington, D.C. In 1997 Cleo and Sam moved back to St. David, where Cleo resided until moving to Seattle in September 2008.
 
Cleo was a Sunday school teacher and former member of the St. David Methodist Church.
 
Cleo is survived by her daughter Nella Leppo, Fairfax, VA; son Jeffrey (Robin) Leppo, Seattle, WA: grandchildren Emma Leppo, Brooklyn, NY, and Sam Leppo and Peter Leppo of Seattle, WA; nieces Kathy (Lyle) White of San Jose, CA; Sue (Mike) Dalton, East Peoria, IL; Judy Ryan, Fort Myers, FL; and Amy (Neal) Mandell, Simsbury, CN; nephews John (Glenda) Ewing, College Station, TX; Douglas Franks, NY; great-niece Melanie (Gzim) Abazi, Trenton, IL and special cousin Terry Davis, St. David, IL.
 
Cremation rights have been accorded and a memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 23, 2017 at Oak-Hines Funeral Home in Canton, IL. Burial will be at the Greenwood Cemetery in Canton, immediately following the service. Memorial gifts may be made to the Women in Military Service for America Memorial, Dept. 560, Washington, DC, 20042-0560.
 
To view a memorial tribute video or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakhinesfuneralhome. com.

Donn Dwight Parsons

Smithfield – Donn Parsons, 81, of Smithfield, passed away Monday September 18, 2017 at his home in Smithfield.
He was born on December 21, 1935 in Fulton County to Raymond and Mildred (Holford) Parson.
He is survived by his wife, Norma (Shaw) whom he married on June 16, 1956 in Augsburg Germany, four children, Steel V. (Diane Clark) Parsons of Clarksville TN, Stacey M. (William) Bowen of Eldersburg MD, Dawn R. (Jackie) Marks of Fairmount IL, and Drema D. (The Late Anthony Martucci) Parsons of Ellisville, one brother Delbert (Beverly) Parson of Canton, two sisters Monie (The Late Fiori) Franzoni of Norris, and Palma (August “Butch”) Miller of Smithfield, twelve grandchildren, Tye, Honor, Brittany, Katie, Billy, Nathaniel, Elijah, Mariah, Alexandra, Daniel, Jillian, and Manny, nine great grandchildren, Skylar Echo, Celeste, Kaylin, Madison, Brenna, Robert, Hunter, Wyatt, and Catilyn, , and a clos friend Mike Trone.
Preceding him in death are his parents, one sister, Iris Sepich, one grandson, Benjamin Steel Parsons, and uncle Berthel Holford
Donn was a United States Army Veteran. He enlisted in the Army to be a paratrooper. He retired after 21 years of service as a Master Sergeant, having served four tours of duty with Special Forces in Vietnam. After retiring from the military Donn worked for the Fulton County Community Unit District 3 as head of maintenance for 22 years, he was a member of the Fiatt Independent Christian Church in Fiatt, the VFW in Canton, Cuba American Legion, The Disabled Veterans, the Peoria Shrine and the Canton Masonic Lodge.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday September 21, 2017 at the Fiatt Independent Christian Church in Fiatt at 4 pm, where visitation will be held one hour prior to the funeral service at the church. Military Honors will be Rendered immediately following the service at the church.
Cremation rites will be accorded following the service.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made out to the Fiatt Independent Christian Church, the Shriners Children’s Hospital, or the Macular Degeneration Foundation.
To view Donn’s video tribute or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Karen A. Jump Webb

Canton-Karen A. Jump Webb, 63, of Canton passed away Thursday September 14, 2017 at Unity Point Methodist Hospital in Peoria.
She was born on April 7, 1954 in Canton, to Ronald and Anna (Kruse) Jump, they both survive
She was preceded in death by her husband of 21 years, Richard Webb.
Surviving is one son Eric (Jennifer Powers) Korth of Columbia South Carolina, two brothers James and Gregory Jump, one sister Brenda Jump Nutall,  one grandson Tyler Korth, and step -grandchildren Brianna, Dylan, Garett, Recelyn, and Owen.
Karen was a member of the St. David Nazarene Church and she loved to travel.
A funeral service will be held at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton on Monday September 18, 2017, at 11 a..m. where visitation will be held at 9:30 a.m. until the time of service Burial will be held at the Greenwood Cemetery in Canton.
Memorials may be made to the Susan G. Komen Foundation.
To view Karen’s video tribute or to leave online condolences, please visit Oaks-Hines Funeral Home

Harry R. McEuen

Harry “Bob” R. McEuen, 78, of Peoria, formerly of Farmington, passed away at 3:53 AM on Friday, September 15, 2017 at Liberty Village of Peoria.

Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Farmington, IL is in charge of arrangements.

Buddy Lee Romine

Buddy Lee Romine, age 86 of Ashland, IL passed away at 7:34 pm on Thursday, September 14, 2017 at Passavant Area Hospital in Jacksonville, IL. He was born on November 16, 1930 in Macomb, IL the son of Herbert and Anne (Teel) Romine. On September 4, 1955 he married Barbara Skiles in Macomb. She survives.

Also surviving are two daughters, Sue (and Preston) McKinnon of Murrayville, IL and Jodie Romine of Jacksonville, IL, two sons, Brian (and Susan Holt) Romine of Florissant, MO and Eric (and Michelle Cox) Romine of Ashland, one grandson Philip (and Britany Kimbro) McKinnon of Jacksonville, IL, two great-grandchildren, Bailey Noel and Paxton Elliot McKinnon, an honorary grandson, Brett (and Misty) Spencer, an honorary great-granddaughter Claire Josephine Spencer, two sisters, Mary Bowser of Wheeling, WV and Sheila Doyle of Macomb, IL, and one brother Terry (and Kay) Romine of Wheeling, WV.

Bud was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Anne (Teel) Romine-Caldwell, his step-mother Marge Hillyer-Romine, and a sister Wanda Romine Doring.

Bud was an Air Force veteran of the Korean War, stationed in Okinawa, Japan, serving for 4 years. He then retired from the Army National Guard after 34 years of service at Camp Lincoln in Springfield, IL where he served in the 3637th Maintenance Co. and the 232nd S and S Battalion.

He was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan. His hobby was tinkering around and he enjoyed helping out on the family farm in rural Browning, IL.

Bud was a patriot and he loved his country.

Services will be held on Monday, September 18th at 11:00 am at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, IL. Pastor Bob Kerr will officiate. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the services. Interment will be in the Ridgeville Cemetery, Browning, IL with full military rites provided by the Astoria American Legion Post #25. Memorials in Bud's memory may be made to the Astoria American Legion or the Holy Pursuit Dream Foundation, who provide once in a lifetime hunting and fishing experiences for wounded soldiers.

William L. Davidson

Lewistown- William L. “Bill” Davidson, 66, of Lewistown passed away at 7:45 AM Saturday September 16, 2017 at his home.

He was born March 13, 1951 at Cuba the son of Thomas C. Rowley and Annabelle Davidson. Surviving are his mother Annabelle Hopping of Lewistown, one son, Wesley Davidson of Chicago, one daughter, Angie Chapman of Dunfermline, four sisters, Vickie S. Nell of Canton, Melinda Ford of Farmington, Charlene (David) Moffitt of Lewistown, and Connie J. Carter of Canton, and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, one son, Brian Davidson, one brother, Rick Hopping and two sisters, Peggy Picton and Roberta Vaughn.

Bill retired from union construction after working for 30 years. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing and hunting including coon, and deer. Bill loved his family and enjoyed getting together with them.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday at the Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown with Pastor Bert Clark 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 American Cancer Society. To send online condolences visit www.henrylange.com.

Gary B. Gunther

Smithfield – Gary B. Gunther, 74, of Smithfield, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday September 12, 2017 at his residence. He was born on May 25, 1943 in Galesburg, IL to Gene and Lois (Hansen) Gunther. He married Deborah Travis in 1985 at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Canton. She preceded him in death in 2012.

Also preceding him in death are his parents, and one sister, Linda Gunther.

 Surviving are two daughters, Kari (Karsten) Pukropski of Conroe, Texas, Nichole (Dennis) Dunphy of Smithfield, IL; two sons, Jon Gunther of Aurora, IL, and Tod Gunther; eight grandchildren, Hunter Lew (Emily) Warner, Samantha Gunther, Jon Gunther Jr., Christian Gunther, Tod Gunther Jr., Brittany Gunther, Dennis Logan Dunphy, Hayden Dunphy; and 2 great-grandchildren.

Gary was a retired construction worker, active minister in the Canton prison chapel system, a native American artifact collector, and also an avid hunter, sportsman, and a deep-sea fisherman.

Gary served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War, an accommodated Navy EOD Frogman.

Services will be held at 2 PM on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL, where a visitation will be held from 12 – 2 PM. Rev. Mike Arnett will officiate. Burial will follow the services at Fairview Cemetery in Fairview, IL with military honors. Memorials can be made to Wounded Warrior Project or National Wild Turkey Federation. To view Gary’s DVD or to make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Jerry Eugene Jenkins

Jerry Eugene Jenkins, 77, of Canton, passed away at 11:49 AM on Monday, September 11, 2017 at Sunset Rehabilitation Center in Canton, IL. He was born on June 18, 1940 in Canton to Harry W. and Lois E. (Powers) Jenkins.

Surviving is one brother, Harry “Hap” (Jake) Jenkins of Canton; one sister, Norma (Gary) Jett of Canton; several nieces and nephews, and two cousins that were also his caretakers, Sue Armstrong and Jennifer Mahr.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents.

Jerry retired from International Harvester Navistar. He was a member of National Rifle Association. Jerry enjoyed hunting and collecting guns.

Graveside services and burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, September 18, 2017 at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton. Rev. Greg Ogle will officiate. Memorials can be made to American Diabetes Association. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Ronald Liter

Ronald Liter, 56, of Canton, passed away on September 11, 2017 at Graham Hospital.
Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL is in charge of arrangements.

Brenda S. Ford

Lewistown- Brenda S. Ford, 59, of Lewistown, passed away at 8:51 PM Friday September 8, 2017 at OSF St Francis Medical Center.

 

She was born July 14, 1958 at Canton, the daughter of Dean and Marilyn (Nelson) Hall. She married Merles H. Ford Jr. on September 10, 1980. He survives along with her father, Dean Hall of Cuba, two children, Russell (Kara) Ford of Cuba, and Erin Ford of Cuba, one step daughter, Shelley (J.W.) Shaw of Canton, four grandchildren, James Shaw, Emma Green, Hank Ford, and Tucker Ford, and one sister, Larrilyn (Frank Wade) Hall of Cuba. She was preceded in death by her mother, one brother, Greg Hall, and one sister, Linnea Cramblet.

 

Brenda worked for CUSD # 3 as a paraprofessional for 24 years. She loved gardening, making stepping stones, and most of all her family. She loved attending her grandkids ballgames and watching them bowl on Saturday mornings.

 

Services will be held at 10:30 AM Wednesday at Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Cuba with Kevin Stoneking officiating. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 5-7 PM at the memorial home in Cuba. Burial will be in Cuba Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fulton County Youth Bowling Association or Madison’s Tumornators C/O Mark Linder Walk for the Mind. To view Brenda’s life tribute video or to send condolences visit henrylange.com

Greg Lawver

Canton – Greg Lawver, 55, of Canton passed away Friday September 8, 2017, at his home.
He was born September 30, 1961 in Canton.
Surviving are his parents, Larry (Cindy) Lawver of Indianapolis, IN, Kathy (Terry Selph) Lock of Canton, three brothers, Jody (Audelia) Lawver of Las Vegas, Eron Lawver of Indianapolis, IN, Jeff Lock of Canton, two sisters, Tammy (Lance) Tindall of Canton and Tara Little of Murfreesboro, TN.
Greg Enjoyed Harleys and the outdoors.
Cremation rites have been accorded and a private burial of the ashes will be held at the Greenwood Cemetery at a later date.
Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Humane Society.
To leave online condolences please visit Oaks-Hines Funeral Home

Wynette Johnson

Canton-Wynette Johnson, 90, of Canton passed away at 12:10 p.m., on Thursday, September 7, 2017, at Red Oak Memory Care.
She was born on May 21, 1927, in Sheldons Grove to Frank and Alys (Lannery) Hughes.
She married the love of her life Richard “Sam” Johnson in Canton on December 18, 1948.  He preceded her in death on January 11, 2004.
Surviving are her daughters Debra (Rich) Booth of Wee-Ma-Tuk, Jennifer (Larry) Grove of Fiatt, one grandson, Aaron Samuel (Fiancée-Jennie Smail) Grove and several nieces and nephews.
Also preceding her in death are her parents, six sisters and one brother.
After graduating from Vermont High School, Wynette worked for the Bell Telephone Company.  After her marriage she was a homemaker and later worked as the playground supervisor at Westview School in Canton.  She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Canton.
Wynette enjoyed music, playing the piano and organ, painting, gardening, cooking and especially spending time with her family and friends.
She will be missed by her family and friends who loved her dearly.
A funeral service will be held at the First Presbyterian Church in Canton on Wednesday, September 13th, 2017, at 11 am, where a visitation will be held from 9:30 am until time of service.
Burial will be at the Greenwood Cemetery.
Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements.
The family would like to thank Dr. Kenneth Krock, Compassus Hospice and the many kind and caring staff of Red Oak Estates and Memory Care.
Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Compassus Hospice, or the First Presbyterian Church.
To view Wynette’s video tribute or to leave online condolences, please visit Oaks-Hines Funeral Home

Martha Watkins

Canton-Martha J. Watkins, 86, of Canton passed away at 7:20 p.m., on Wednesday, September 6, 2017, at Heartland Health Care Center of Canton, following a long, hard battle against Parkinson's disease.
She was born on September 16, 1930, to Fernando and Octavia (Mann) Capps. She married Russell Watkins on May 18, 1950, in Canton, IL.
Surviving are three children, Mike (Bonnie) Watkins of Wee-Ma-Tuk, IL, Janet Windom of Nolensville, TN, and Gary Watkins of Wee-Ma-Tuk, IL; two grandchildren, Jennifer (Lee) Fox of Nolensville, TN and Chris Windom of St. Louis, MO; one great grandchild, August Fox; one sister, Rett Leap of Lee's Summit, MO; two brothers, Marvin Capps and Lewis Capps of Camdenton, MO, and several nieces & nephews.
She was preceded in death by her son, Mark Watkins, her husband Russell Watkins, 12 siblings and her parents.
Beginning in 1945, Martha was an accomplished Country music singer out of The Lake of the Ozarks, performing as a duo with her brother, Clint Capps. Her husband, Russell Watkins would later join their band as a steel guitar player. They performed with many legends such as, Hank Williams, Sr., Minnie Pearl, Little Jimmy Dickens, Jim Reeves, and many more. Martha loved spending time with her family and with her beloved grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton on Saturday September 9th, 2017, at 11 am, where a visitation will be held one hour prior at the funeral home. The Rev. Bruce Rushing will officiate.
Burial will be at the Greenwood Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Harbor Lights Hospice of Galesburg, IL or the American Parkinson Disease Association.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Roberta “Bert” Alene Franciskovich

Banner – Roberta “Bert” Alene Franciskovich, 63, of Banner, IL, passed away at 3:11 PM on Saturday, September 2, 2017 at Graham Hospital E.R. She was born on January 6, 1954 in Canton, IL to Robert and Doris (Cowden) Myers. She married Fred Franciskovich on January 27, 1973 in Canton, IL. He survives.

They were blessed with two daughters, Kaytlin Franciskovich of Banner, IL and Elizabeth Doucette of Mattoon, IL; three grandchildren, Alaska, Indigo, and Roberta; and one brother, Robert “Zeke” (Carol) Myers Jr. of Breeds, IL. Bert and Fred were also foster parents to many children over the years.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Bert served as trustee for Banner Township and Lady’s Auxiliary for Banner Fire Department. She was a loving wife, sister, and aunt.

A celebration of life will be held at 1 PM on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at Canton Assembly of God, 200 Stonegate Dr., Canton, IL 61520. Cremations rite will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Memorials can be made to St. Jude’s Children Hospital. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Dick J. Ackerman

Lewistown – Dick J. Ackerman, 92, of Rural Lewistown, passed away at 1:14 AM on Wednesday, September 6, 2017 at Graham Hospital. He was born on June 17, 1925 in Gifford, IL. Son of Carl and Dora (Wolken) Ackerman. He married Earline (Beckner) Herron on February 23, 1957. She preceded him in death.

Also preceding him in death are his parents, one brother, and one stepson, William Herron.

Surviving is one daughter, Darlene Parks of Mundelien, IL; one stepdaughter, Sue (Tim) Monn of Lewistown, IL; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

He farmed several years near Rantoul, IL. He later moved to Little America and was employed at Caterpillar, Inc. in Mapleton, IL, where he retired in 1983. He enjoyed fishing and gardening. He was a member of Lewistown United Methodist Church.

Services will be held at 11 AM on Monday, September 11, 2017 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL, where a visitation will be held from 10-11 AM. Rev. Shane Smith will officiate. Burial will follow the services at Apple Cemetery in Rural Lewistown, IL. Memorials can be made to Lewistown United Methodist Church. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

James Edward Richards

Farmington – James Edward Richards, 90, of Farmington, passed away at 8:09 AM on Monday, September 4, 2017 at Courtyard Estates in Farmington. He was born on December 21, 1926 in Hanna City, to Robert and Clara (Albright) Richards. He was married to Edith E. McAlister on December 21, 1946 in Hanna City, happily married for 70 years. She survives.

Also surviving are four children, Michael (Raelynn) Richards of Lebanon, MO, Ronald (Deb) Richards of Pekin, IL, William (Beth) Richards of Canton, IL, and Janet (William) Jordan of Chillicothe, IL; 18 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.

James was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Robert Richards, and two grandchildren.

James retired from Otis Elevator Company in Peoria, IL. He was a member of Hanna City United Methodist Church and Peoria Southwest Kiwanis.

James served first in the Merchant Marines then later in the Army.

Services will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, September 7, 2017 at Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Farmington, IL, where a visitation will be held from 9-11 AM. Rev. Jeremy Lafary and Rev. Bob DeBolt will officiate. Burial with Military Honors will follow at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Rural Hanna City, IL. Memorials can be made to St. Jude’s Children Hospital. To view James’s DVD or to make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Gail D. Sherwood

Canton- Gail D. "Red" Sherwood, 77, of Golden Acres and formerly of Smithfield, passed away at 9:25 AM Tuesday September 5, 2017 at Golden Acres.

He was born November 9, 1939 at Smithfield, the son of William and Irma (Pigg) Sherwood. Survivors include his nieces and nephews, Debbi Inman of Marquette Heights, Larry Howerter of Monroe City, MO; Ralph Wright of Canton, Marla Thompson of Lakeside, AZ; Sandra Schmidt of Lakeside, AZ; and Diane Shepard of Raleigh, NC; and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, and siblings, Idonna Wright, Orla Eickmann, Eleanor Bowman, Marlon Sherwood, Marla Howerter, and Billy Wendell.

Red was a truck driver and lived in Southern California before retiring and moving back to Smithfield. He served in the Air Force from 1959-1963. He was a member of the Teamsters Union, and enjoyed skeet shooting, dune buggies, and drag racing. The family would like to express a special thanks to Golden Acres in Canton.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM Monday September 11, 2017 at Baughman Cemetery at rural Smithfield. Military rites will be accorded by the Cuba American Legion Russell Smith Post 533. Memorial contributions may be made to Golden Acres. Condolences may be made at henrylange.com

Mike Lawver

Canton – Mike Lawver, 66, of Canton passed away Tuesday September 5, 2017, at his home.
He was born September 6, 1950 in Canton to Eugene and Shirley (Pensinger) Lawver. They preceded him in death.
He was married to Tamara Garner for 15 years.
He is survived by three sisters, Karen Helle of Canton, Terri Avery of Joliet, and Julie (Rowan) Hebb of Canton, also surviving are many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Mike worked at International Harvester and Sherwin Williams for several years, 15 years for Crawford’s Home Furnishings and 25 years as a self-employed painter.  He was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Canton and was also a Harley Davidson Motorcycle enthusiast. He was loved very much by his many friends and family.
 A Funeral Service will be held at the Calvary Baptist Church in Canton on Saturday, September 9, 2017, at Noon, the Reverend Greg Ogle will officiate.
To leave online condolences please visit Oaks-Hines Funeral Home

Homer Wright

Homer Eugene “Gene” “Pistol” “Sarge” Wright, age 86 of Vermont, IL, passed away peacefully with family by his side at 4:51 PM on Sunday, September 3, 2017, at Unity Point Health Methodist Hospital in Peoria, IL. He was born on November 22, 1930, in Vermont Township, Fulton County, Illinois, the son of Della May (Emig) Wright. Gene married Annemarie Elise Wassmuth on September 13, 1960, in Fulda, Germany. She proceeded him in death on May 14, 1982.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, Max D. Wright, Cecil Wright Jr., and his sister Hilma Guppy. He has a sister Bessie Ellen Bricker and brother Robert Wright.

Gene is survived by his sons Cecil E. Wright of Rock Island, IL, Dennis (Marnie) Wright of Fountain Hills, AZ, and his daughter Kathryn (Mike) Holliday of Gilbert, AZ, Four grandchildren: Darrell Adkins, Jordyn Wright, Samantha Wright, and Colby Wright.

He was an Army Veteran and served over 20+ years. He also did a Vietnam tour in 1967. SFC Wright retired in 1971. He then went to work for Caterpillar as a Heavy Crane Operator and retired in 1986.

Gene especially enjoyed playing cards, reading, and spending time with family and friends.
Gene was a very special person with a unique personality. To his close friends he was best
known as Pistol with no explanation needed.

Services will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2017, at 2:00 PM at the Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Visitation will be held one hour prior to services. Interment will be in the Vermont Cemetery with full military rites.

In lieu of flowers, family are requesting donations to be made to Unity Point Health Methodist-Proctor Foundation, 120 NE Glen Oak, Ste. 101, Peoria, IL 61636.

Gloria M. Kelley

Gloria M. Kelley, 91, of Duncanville, Texas, formerly of Farmington, passed away at 7:40 AM on Saturday, September 2, 2017 at Entrust of Desoto in Dallas, Texas. She was born on November 15, 1925 in Alpha, Illinois, the daughter of Tony and Fannie (Stanfel) Kozelichki. She married Mervin Kelley on December 26, 1946 in Peoria, Illinois. He preceded her in death.

Also proceeding her in death is her parents, and two brothers, Rudy and Marion Kozelichki.

Surviving are her children, Sheila (Larry) Balagna of Duncanville, Texas; Terry (Karen) Kelley of Farmington; seven grandchildren, Kurt Balagna, Matt Balagna, and Greg Balagna, Shanna Swadinsky, Eric Kelley, Tracy Blumenshine, and Patrick Bumbaough, and thirteen great-grandchildren.

Gloria and her Husband, Mervin owned and operated Betty Ann Bakery in Farmington, and also was a librarian in Farmington for many years. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Duncanville, Texas, and a member of Croatian Fraternal Lodge #367 in Canton.

Graveside services and burial will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, September 6, 2017 at Oakridge Cemetery in Farmington. Deacon Gary Schultz will officiate. Memorials can be made to Croatian Fraternal Lodge #367 in Canton, Illinois. To leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

James Richards

James Richards, 90 of Farmington, passed away at 8:09 AM, Monday, September 4, 2017 at Courtyard Estates in Farmington, Services pending with Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Homes.