Marjorie Baker

Marjorie Baker, age 96 of Macomb, IL, formerly of Vermont, IL, passed away at 12:45 pm Thursday, November 23, 2017 at her home in Macomb. She was born on July 20, 1921 in Ipava, IL, the daughter of Elzie L. and Lula Belle (Jones) Parr. Marjorie married Willis E. "Bill" Baker on July 27, 1940 in Keokuk, Iowa. He preceded her in death on February 28, 1995.

Marjorie was also preceded in death by her brother, Rodney Parr.

Surviving are four daughters, Patricia (and Alan) Hughes of Astoria, IL, Leticia (and Dennis) Farr of Ipava, IL, Rita (and David) Cassel of Astoria, IL, and Ketra (and Jon) Branson of Ipava, IL, three sons, Gael (and Carmella Bundy) Baker of Quincy, IL, Bill (and Jill) Baker of Canton, IL, and John Baker of Galesburg, IL, 16 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, and her nephew Scott (and Susie) Parr of Vermont, IL.

Marjorie was a member of the Vermont United Methodist Church and the Vermont American Legion Auxiliary.

Services will be held at 2:00 pm on Sunday, November 26, 2017 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, IL. Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 25, 2017 from 3-6 pm at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the Vermont American Legion Auxiliary. Interment will be in the Vermont Cemetery.

William "Bill" Theyse

Dunfermline - William “Bill” Theyse, 84, of Dunfermline, passed away Sunday November 26, 2017 at Graham Hospital in Cantn
He was born on October 10, 1933 in Pittsburg, Kansas to August and Martha (Reed) Theyse.
He married Carol (Grzanich) at St. Michaels Catholic Church in St. David by Monsignor Robert Oconner on October 15, 1960.
Surviving is his son Curtis Theyse, of Dunfermline.
Preceding him in death are his parents, his wife and one brother Jim Theyse.
Bill retired from International Harvester in Canton, he was a member of St. Michaels Catholic Church in St. David, he was a village trustee in Dunfermiline for many years and was a volunteer for 38 years of the Dunfermline Chicken Fry. Bill was also a veteran of the United States Navy.
Funeral services will be held at St. Michaels Catholic Church in St. David with Father Daniel Ebker officiating  on Monday December 4, 2017 at 10 am, visitation will be held on Sunday December 3, 2017  at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton from 5 pm until 7 pm a rosary service will be held Sunday following the visitation at 7pm.
Burial with military honors will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Canton.
Memorials may be made to St. Mary’s Food Pantry.
To leave online condolences, or to view Bill's Video Tribute please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Charles Ryan Dayton Montgomery

Canton – Charles Ryan Dayton Montgomery, 14, of Canton, passed away at 7:08 Pm on Saturday, November 25, 2017 in Cuba, IL. He was born on May 10, 2003 in Indianapolis, IN to Christina Montgomery and Bryant Williams. They survive.

Also surviving is one brother, Deven Montgomery of Canton; one sister, Shaila Williams of Canton; Paternal grandparents, Carl and Doris Stiles of NJ; maternal grandparents, April Johnson of Lewistown and Darrell Kurzan of Canton; great-grandmother, Barbara Johnson of IN; great-grandparents, Jim (Pat) Kurzan of Canton; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Charles was preceded in death by his great-aunt, Alice Naylor.

Charles went to Canton Ingersoll Middle School. He was a member of the Canton JFL and wrestling club. Charles was of the Christian faith. He loved to play basketball, listen to all types of music, technology, and most of all loved to make people laugh. Charles will be dearly missed by family and friends.

A celebration of life will be held from 3-7 PM on Sunday, December 3, 2017 at Wallace Park in Canton, IL. Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Memorials can be made out to Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory for funeral expenses. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Dylan Joseph Ferretti

Fairview – Dylan Joseph Ferretti, 18, of Fairview, passed away at 6:45 AM on Monday, November 20, 2017 in Farmington. He was born on October 12, 1999 in Peoria to Mauro and Jill (Ferretti) Aguilar.

Surviving is his father and mother; four brothers, Brayden, Kevin, Daniel, and Dominic Aguilar; one sister, Vanessa Aguilar; maternal grandparents, Joseph and Nancy Ferretti; paternal grandma Maria Baltazar; great grandma, Lila Gray; three uncles, JF (Rachel) Ferretti, Kevin (Brandi) Ferretti, and Jane (Travis Bond) Ferretti; several cousins; and several great aunts and uncles.

Dylan worked at Mid Century and Garlish Farms. He was a senior at Spoon River Valley. Dylan loved working with his grandpa at Ferretti Trucking and he also loved farming.

Services will be held at 10 AM on Monday, November 27, 2017 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Rev. Michael Huson will officiate. Burial will follow the services at Coal Creek Dunkard Cemetery in Rural Farmington, IL. A visitation will be held from 4-7 PM on Sunday, November 26, 2017 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton. Memorials can be made to Fairview State Bank for a Diesel Mechanic Education/Scholarship Program. To view Dylan’s DVD or to make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Richard Long

Richard Long, 79, of Canton, passed away Tuesday January 21, 2017 at Graham Hospital in Canton. Service are pending with Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton.

Everett Tuckey

Everett Tuckey, 92, of Canton, passed away on Monday, November 20, 2017, at the Farmington County Manor in Farmington.  Services are pending at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton.

Tracy A. Overholt

Cuba – Tracy A. Overholt, 49, of Cuba, passed away Friday, November 17, 2017 at her residence. She was born on September 20, 1968 in Pekin to Richard W. and Lillie (Willsie) Overholt. They survive.

Also surviving are her siblings, Barb (Joe) James of Mapleton, Richard V. Overholt of Canton, and Laura (Jeff) Buchman of Canton; nieces and nephews, Kyle James, Ashley Buchman, and Kelly (Nick) Verardo, their children, Aubree, Brayden, and Caleb Verardo; and her fur babies, Mallie and Gracie. All of whom she loved as if they were her own.

She graduated from Canton High School in 1986, Spoon River College, and Western Illinois University. Tracy was employed as a Corrections Officer by Illinois Correctional Center for 28 years, where she considered her co-workers her second family. She was a member of AFSCME Local 3585.

Family and friends meant the world to Tracy, she had a heart of gold with a one in a million personality, which included the most beautiful, sometimes warped, sense of humor. Her infectious smile, her presence and her laugh would light up the room. With Tracy, there was never a dull moment. Once you met Tracy, you could never forget her.

Memorial service will be held at 12 PM noon on Saturday, November 25, 2017 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL, where a visitation will be 10 AM to 12 PM noon. A celebration of life will be held after the services at the Cuba American Legion. Rev. Kevin VanTine will officiate. Cremation rites will be accorded. Memorials can be made to the Fulton County Humane Society. To view Tracy’s DVD or to make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

John R. Stone

Cuba – John R. Stone, 69, of Cuba, passed away at 5:38 PM on Friday, November 17, 2017 at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, IL. He was born on January 25, 1948 in Canton, IL to Robert and Ruth (Malone) Stone.

John is survived by nine children, CJ Mott, Mickey Stone, Bobby Stone, Lonnie Stone, Tommy Stone, Jamie Ebbert, Dede Stone, Josh Stone, and Beth Reed; Twenty-two grandchildren; one great-grandchild, and life partner Sharon Frank.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Jerry Stone, and three grandchildren, Shawn Stone, Jacob Stone, and Joshua Stone.

John was a Semi Truck driver for many years, he enjoyed camping and fishing.

John was in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.

Graveside services will be held at 11 AM Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton, IL with military honors. Rev. Layton Malone will officiate. Visitation will be from 10-11 AM at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL before the service. Memorials can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Clara “Lue” Reinholtz

Canton - Clara “Lue” (Irons) Reinholtz, 81 of Canton, IL passed away November 18th, 2017 in Naperville, IL.
She was born on February 11, 1936 in Fiatt, IL to Hirschle “Turk” and Margaret “Maggie” (Dilts) Irons.
Proceeding her in death were her parents, one son Richard “Richie” and partner Robert “Bob” McMahon.
She is survived by her son Ron (Lauren) Reinholtz of Bountiful, UT and daughters Tena Nestler of Chatham, IL and Lori Sue (Mark) Juliot of Naperville, IL; 4 grandchildren: Colton Reinholtz of Gunnison, CO, Nathanael Juliot of Naperville, IL, Sarah Nestler of Chatham, IL, Andrew Juliot of Naperville, IL and her beloved furry grandbabies. Also surviving is one sister, Charlotte (Irons) Brumbelow of Rome, GA.
Lue graduated from Canton High School in 1954. She was proud to be a long-term Election Judge. She served many years as the Office Manager of Reinholtz Flying Service and enjoyed working with her friends at The Shoe Tree.  She was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church in Canton and attended Alleluia! Lutheran Church in Naperville.
A die-hard Cardinals fan and avid Skip-Bo player, she enjoyed spending time with her family and traveling to visit her friends in FL. She liked to make blankets, play games and enjoyed coloring.
A visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00PM on Tuesday, November 21st at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton with the funeral at 11:00AM on Wednesday, November 22nd. Her son-in-law, Rev. Mark Juliot of Naperville will be officiating. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton. Memorials can be made to Alleluia! Lutheran Missions Fund 4055 Book Road, Naperville, IL 60564. To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfurneralhome.com

John W. "Bill" Winston

John W. "Bill" Winston, age 79 of Monmouth, IL, passed away at 11:55 am on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at the Roseville Rehab and Nursing Center in Roseville, IL. He was born on December 16, 1937 in Schuyler Co., IL, the son of Edward L. and Dorothy A. (Workman) Winston. He married Sondra M. Bollinger on November 17, 1956 in Astoria, IL. She survives.

Also surviving are his son, John (and Carol) Winston of Monmouth, his daughter Jennifer Winston of Monmouth, three grandsons, Daniel, Derek, and Joshua Winston, his sister Beverly Burgard of Rushville, IL and his brother Jack (and Betty) Winston of Rushville, IL.

Bill was preceded in death by his brother Junior Winston.

He was an Army veteran, serving from 1958 to 1962 in the 71st Artillery Division with a rank of SP5.

He worked as a Bookkeeper and Tax Preparer for over 44 years in Beardstown, IL, retiring in 2013. He also farmed in Schuyler County for 20 years.

Bill coached the Browning Sprigs Minor League baseball team and coached Little League teams in Rushville. He was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan.

He was a member of the Schuyler County School Board and was treasurer of several Drainage Districts in Cass and Schuyler counties.

He loved collecting toy tractors and airplanes and his office in Beardstown was decorated with military uniforms and hats he had collected.

Bill started early in teaching his grandsons the Golden Rule. He and Sondra were longtime Rushville and Beardstown residents, eventually moving to Monmouth in 2015.

Services will be held at 2:00 pm on Sunday, November 19th at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. The Beardstown VFW Post #1239 will officiate with full military rites accorded. Friends may call 1 hour prior to the service. Memorials may be given to OSF Hospice or the Beardstown VFW Post #1239.

Cremation rites will be accorded following the service.

Peggy F. VanFossen

Farmington – Peggy F. VanFossen, 92, of Farmington, passed away at 1:50 PM on Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL. She was born on January 30, 1925 in Farmington to Fred and Mabel (Tarr) Riccioni.

Surviving are two nieces and two nephews.

Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, one son, Fred Woods, three brothers, and two sisters.

Graveside services will be held at 11:15 AM on Monday, November 20, 2017 at Oakridge Cemetery in Farmington, IL. Rev. Kevin VanTine will officiate. A visitation will be held Monday from 10-11 AM at Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Farmington, IL. Memorials can be made to Food Pantry at New Fellowship Church. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Ila Zaborac

Ila Zaborac, 89, of St. David, passed away at 1:18 PM on Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at Renaissance Care Center in Canton. Services pending with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton.

Brenda Kinsel

Canton – Brenda Sue (Barnett) Kinsel born on October 2, 1962 to Clay and Betty (Walker) Barnett in Peoria, IL, left her earthly body after a courageous fight on November 15, 2017 surrounded by love.

Brenda leaves behind many who will miss her daily, including her son, Brian (Jessica) Kinsel of Canton, as well as her precious grandsons, Mason and Atlas; her siblings, Diana Hall of Peoria, Clay (Sally) Barnett of Mapleton, and Jim Barnett of Peoria. She also leaves behind her love and contagious laughter to her nieces and nephews; Mick Hall, Kim Malone, Michelle Stevens, Brent Barnett, and Scott Barnett. She has several cousins who were her first friends in life and forever after. Brenda was also step mom to Elizabeth James, Eric Kinsel, and Aaron Linwood.

Brenda was preceded in death by her parents.

She worked at Graham Medical Systems for many years and loved her friends there, many who became family to her. Brenda was an amazing person who loved drawing, crafting, making and wearing Halloween costumes and showing love through her projects to so many others. If you truly do win by dying while having the most material and craft supplies, she wins and no one else will need to try. Brenda donated her time and resources to many causes including the Linus Project, which she coordinated for many years in our area. She was an amazing cook and we will never have coleslaw quite the same without her making it. She was a member of the Elks and volunteers for many of the projects there.

A visitation will be held from 2-4 PM on Sunday, November 19, 2017 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Following the visitation, a celebration of life will be held at the Elks in Canton, IL. Cremation rites will be accorded following the visitation. Burial of ashes will be held at a later date. She asked instead of flowers to celebrate her memory by donating to the charity that she poured herself into: Relay of Life. To view Brenda’s DVD or to make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

William Vincent Grzanich

Lewistown- William Vincent Grzanich, 90, of Lewistown, passed away at 12:41 PM Friday November 10, 2017 in Lewistown.

He was born April 28, 1927 at Dunfermline, the son of Gabriel and Johanna (Zaborac) Grzanich. He married Dorothy Finley on June 27, 1950 at Palmyra, MO. She died January 2, 2006. He was also preceded in death by his parents, one daughter, Bonnie Beth, one son Billy Wayne, seven brothers including twins, and three sisters. Survivors include one daughter, Connie (Robert) Smock of Farmington, one daughter in law, Kathy Grzanich of Lewistown, seven grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren, one sister, Mary Briney of Arizona, and many nieces and nephews.

Bill retired from International Harvester in Canton after 30 years, and later retired from the Fulton County Court House after 20 years. He was a Navy veteran serving in the Korean War and was a member of Lewistown American Legion Bishop Post 1. He was also a member of the Croatian Fraternal Union #201, and the Alligators Club.

A private family graveside service will be held at Oak Hill Cemetery in Lewistown, with military rites accorded by Lewistown VFW Post 5001 and American legion Post 1. There will be no visitation. Memorial contributions may be made to OSF Hospice. Condolences may be made at henrylange.com

Ruth W. Radunzel

Canton – Ruth W. Radunzel, 88, of Canton, IL, passed away at 6:34 AM on Monday, November 13, 2017 at Sunset Manor in Canton, IL. She was born on August 31, 1929 in Jackson, Michigan to Linwood & Lois Whitcomb. On June 18, 1949 she married the love of her life Fred E. Radunzel at the Little Home Church By The Wayside in Wayne, IL. He preceded her in death on January 16, 2000.

Ruth was also preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Bruce Whitcomb, son, Fred W. Radunzel and daughter, L. Jane Radunzel.

She is survived by three daughters, Susan (Dave) Schwab of Littleton, CO, Beth (Bill) Richards of Canton, IL, and Julie (Mike) Loucks of Scheller, IL; 11 grandchildren, Kelly (Heath) Heimlich, Tara Mulligan, Sosanna Luke, Corey Mulligan, Brad (Karla) White, Angela (Ed) Keeran, Christopher (Sarah) Radunzel, James (Marya) Radunzel, Fred (Nicole) Radunzel, Joseph (Rachel) Hattendorf & Ellie Hattendorf. Also 20 great-grandchildren, and one brother -in- law, Robert Radunzel.

Ruth retired from JCPenney in 1994 after enjoying her job for 15 years. After retiring she volunteered at Graham Hospital Gift Shop. She and Fred were members of both the Canton Country Club and Wee-Ma-Tuk Hills Country Club for many years. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Canton since 1958, and served as a deacon for several years. Ruth enjoyed traveling, bible study, and reading.

Services will be held at 12 PM on Thursday, November 16, 2017 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL, where a visitation will be held from 11 – 12 PM. Rev. Tim Bauler will officiate. Burial will follow the services at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton, IL. Memorials can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. To view Ruth’s DVD or to make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Howard Hammons Dye

Canton – Howard Hammons Dye, 71, passed away Sunday November 12, 2017 at Graham Hospital in Canton.
He was born on August 14, 1946 in Canton to Dr. Richard and Marguerite (Hammons) Dye.
He married Sheila Moore on October 10, 1987 in Canton.
She survives.
He is survived by his son, Christopher (Kara) Johnson and two grandsons, Colin and Kael Johnson of Canton.  Also surviving are two brothers, Dick (Mickey) Dye of Canton and Glenn (Jean) Dye of Bartlett, IL, a special cousin Jon Carl (Lou) Hammons of Amite, Louisiana, and several nieces and nephews.
Howard graduated from Canton Senior High School and Western Illinois University.
He was a Canton Firefighter and retired on July 11, 1999 with the rank of assistant chief.
He was a member of the First Christian Church in Canton, past member of the Canton Country Club and Wee Ma Tuk Country Club.
He enjoyed golfing, reading, traveling, spending time with family and friends, and walking his dog, Laddie. Howard will be lovingly remembered as a good Christian man who was kind and generous. He adored his grandsons, Colin and Kael.
A memorial service will be held at the First Christian Church in Canton on Sunday November 19, 2017 at 2:00 pm, visitation will be from 1:00 pm until the time of the service.
Cremation rites have been accorded.
Memorials may be made to the First Christian Church and the Howard E. Strube Firefighter Memorial Fund.
To view Howard’s memorial tribute or to leave online condolences please visit, www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
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Raymond L. Burgess

Cuba- Raymond L. Burgess, 78, of Cuba passed away at 12:40 PM Friday November 10, 2017 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

He was born May 23, 1939 at Lewistown the son of Cecil L. and Zelma L. (Vaughn) Burgess. He married Judith Hitchcock in 1964. She died in 2004. He was also preceded in death by his parents, one brother, and one sister. Surviving are Bonnie Hiatt with whom he made his home, six children, Scott Burgess, Raymond Burgess, Ed Burgess, Kim Virag, Gail Gilpin, and Edna Burgess, two sisters, Alice (Elton) Colston of Ipava, and Mary Bailey of Havana, several grandchildren and great grandchildren, including Matt McClaughry, Minnie Keime, George Virag, and Jeremy Keime.

Raymond worked at the former Norris Farm for many years. He was also a construction laborer and had worked for the Cuba Police Department. Raymond enjoyed hunting, fishing, and going to auctions.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday at the Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown with Reverend Glen Edenburn officiating. Burial will be in White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the memorial home. To view Raymond’s life tribute video or to send online condolences visit www.henrylange.com.

Lucille E. Harn

Lewistown- Lucille E. Harn, 87, of Lewistown passed away at 5:05 PM Friday November 10, 2017 at Aperion Care in Galesburg.

She was born October 4, 1930 at Canton the daughter of Lewis E. and Gaynell (Benham) Nash. She married Lewis Harn on June 16, 1951 at Lewistown. He survives along with six children, Richard (Connie) Whiteman of Marietta, David Harn of Lewistown, Janice (Pat) Colglazier of Havana, Connie (Kenneth) Hamm of Sesser, Judy (Don) Howard of Cuba, and Lisa (Mike) Henzler of Lewistown, twenty-one grandchildren, thirty-five great grandchildren, and six great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, three grandchildren, and one great grandchild.

Lucille worked for the City of Lewistown as a school crossing guard for many years. She was a member of the Kingdom Hall Jehovah’s Witnesses in Lewistown. Lucille enjoyed her children and grandchildren as well as her church family. She always had a smile on her face.

Cremation will be accorded. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM Monday November 20th at Oak Hill Cemetery in Lewistown with Elder Stan Shaw officiating. Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown is assisting the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Fulton County Humane Society. Condolences may be made at henrylange.com.

Harold Arthur Sackett Sr.

Harold Arthur Sackett Sr. , 99 of Bushnell, Formerly of Myrtle Beach, SC. , passed away at 3:51 AM on Sunday, November 12, 2017 at Graham Hospital in Canton. Services pending with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton.

Jack L. Danner

Jack Louis Danner, age 84 of Astoria, IL, passed away at 3:55 am on Thursday, November 9, 2017 at the Havana Health Care Center in Havana, IL. He was born on May 26, 1933 in Minonk, IL, the son of Galyn and Christene (Bucher) Danner. On February 6, 1953, Jack married Linda Hamblin in Astoria. She survives.

Also surviving are three daughters, Debra Bailey of Havana, Anita (and Steve) Burget of Havana, and Patty Kolves of Astoria, three grandchildren, J.R. Bailey, Gabrielle Palmer, and Zachary Kolves, one great-granddaughter Lily Bailey, and his sister Sandra Howell of Astoria.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents and one daughter, Vickie Spires.

He was an Army veteran, serving from 1953 to 1955 in the 964th Engineer's Company with a rank of Corporal.

He was a member of the Astoria American Legion Post #25 where he was a Past Commander. He was also a member of the Lewistown VFW #5001 and the Operating Engineer's Local #974 of Peoria, IL.

Jack was a heavy equipment operator.

He raised German Shepherds for over 40 years and enjoyed drawing.

Services will be held on Monday, November 13th at 7:00 p.m. at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Pastor Gary Sheets will officiate. Military rites will be conducted by the Astoria American Legion Post #25. Visitation will take place from 5-7 p.m. prior to the services. Memorials may be given to the Astoria American Legion Post #25. Cremation rites have been accorded.

Kerry Jo Simpson

Kerry Jo Simpson, age 56 of Rushville, IL, passed away at 6:19 pm Monday, November 6, 2017 at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield, IL. She was born on January 15, 1961 in Rushville, the daughter of Rodney E. and Donna M. (Robinson) Belville.

She is survived by her son Clint (and Dawn) Belville of Browning, IL, two daughters, Jessica (and Jason) Chandler of Ft. Wayne, IN and Natasha (and Ben) Ogden of Havana, IL, 14 grandchildren, her father Rodney (and Mary Lou) Belville of Springfield, IL and her brother David (and Cathy) Belville of Astoria, IL.

Kerry was preceded in death by her mother.

She was a homemaker who loved music. She was a big part of the music community, especially at The Barn in Lewistown, IL, the River City Opry in Havana, IL, and her brother's band, Galena Road.

She developed her own card business, Kerry's Cards and Crafts.

Kerry was an amazing mother and friend.

Services will be held on Friday, November 10, 2017 at 10:00 am at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Pastor Matthew Thiner will officiate. Visitation will be held from 5-7 pm on Thursday, November 9th at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Astoria. Memorials may be given to the American Heart Association or Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood cancer.

Kenneth Rilea

Canton – Kenneth “Kenney” L. Rilea, 81, of Canton, formerly of Liverpool, passed away at 2:54 PM on Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at Graham Hospital Emergency Room. He was born on October 9, 1936 in Canton, IL to Charles and Marie (Murphy) Rilea. He married Vickie Kalson on October 9, 2010 in Canton, IL. She preceded him in death on July 18, 2013.

Also preceding him in death were his parents and five brothers, Richard, Jack, Jerry, Donnie, and Carroll “Butch” Rilea.

Surviving are seven children, Jody Rilea of Liverpool, Kevin Allard of Canton, Tad Allard of Canton, Susan Brown of Canton, Vickie Rilea of Canton, Landis Hardesty of Canton, and Mendy Brown of Lewistown; 14 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; one brother, Charles “Junior” Rilea of Canton; and three sisters, Rose “Sissy” Bohanan of Canton, Linda Murphy of Wee-ma-tuk, and Genevieve “Jenny” Slater of Lewistown.

Kenney retired from International Harvester in 1985. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, pool player, and strongly supported his beloved Chicago Cubs.

Graveside services and burial will be held at a later date at Liverpool Cemetery in Liverpool, IL. Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Memorials can be made to Fulton County Humane Society. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Maridell Cline

Maridell Cline, 82, of Farmington, passed away at 6:50 PM on Monday, November 6, 2017 at her residence.  Services are pending with Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Farmington, IL.

Leigh Ann Webb

St David-Leigh Ann Webb, 62, passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2017, surrounded by her family.
She was born on May 14, 1955, in Canton, to James Sr. and Kay (Bogart) Evans.  They preceded her in death.
She married Stuart Webb on January 10, 1998, in Canton.  He survives.
Also surviving is her step mother, Kay Evans of Metropolis, step father, Ervin Johnson of Colorado, children, Jerry Lewis of Farmington, Heather (Shane) Kumer of Canton, Ketra Murphy of Cuba, 2 step daughters, Carrie Young of Orlando FL, Debbie (Thomas) Hicks of Canton, adopted daughter, Nicci (Chris) Wilkinson of Canton, brothers, Vance Johnson of CO, James Evans Jr. of OK, sisters, Cathy Cohen of CO, Laura Miller of Canton, fifteen grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Also preceding her in death are two infant children and one brother, John Johnson.
Leigh Ann worked as a bar tender at Phillips Station in St David and was member of the Fulton County Pool League Association.  She was a past member of the Fulton County ABATE and an avid Denver Broncos fan.  Most of all she was a devoted wife and loving Mother and grandmother.
Cremation rites have been accorded and the family will have a celebration of her life on Saturday, November 18, 2017, at 1 pm, at the Phillips Station located at 210 Main Street in St. David.
Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials can be made St Jude’s Children’s Hospital or the American Cancer Society.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Jo Ann Hess

Canton –Jo Ann Hess, 78, passed away on Sunday, November 5, 2017, at the Renaissance Care Center in Canton.
She was born on February 24, 1939 in Farmington to Earl and Charlotte (Welker-Beaird) Archdale.  They preceded her in death.
She married Frank Hess on March 16, 1957, in Palmyra, MO.  He survives.
Also surviving is her daughter, Rhonda Jo Hess Howard of Bushnell, brothers, Gary Beaird, Don Archdale, Terry Archdale and two grandchildren, Kimberly Jo Howard of Los Angeles, CA and Jennifer Jean Howard of Bushnell.
Jo Ann was a devout Christian who loved her family.  She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.  She was well known on the world of boxing as she was a chairman of junior boxing for the State of Illinois in 1978 and 1979.  She helped start the Silver Glove boxing for the youth which started in Fulton County.  She was taken into the Boxing Hall of Fame in 2000.  She sang in a group called the Gospel Notes.  She worked at the YWCA and the Canton Country Club.  She was a very kind and loving woman and will be sorely missed by family and friends.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday, November 9, 2017, at 2 pm, at the Maryville Cemetery in Bryant.  They family will be holding a celebration of life at the Canton American Legion from noon until 1:30 pm, on Thursday also.
Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be made to the Compassus Hospice.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Gregory L. Ford

Chillicothe- Gregory L. Ford, 54, of Chillicothe, passed away Friday November 3, 2017 at his home.

He was born July 27, 1963 at Canton, the son of Vernon L. and Cindy L. (Haughawout) Ford. He married Cheri Harms on May 2, 2015 at Mossville. She survives along with his father of Smithfield, one daughter, Kelsey Ford of Chillicothe, one granddaughter, Zoey Hughes, two sisters, Aimee (Mike) Sherbeyn of Canton, and Amanda Stidam of Westerville, OH; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded by his mother, and grandparents.

Greg was a United States Army veteran. He worked as a welder.

Cremation will be accorded. A visitation will be held Monday from 5-7 PM at Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Cuba. A private family burial of ashes will be held at a later date at Baughman Cemetery at rural Smithfield. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. To view Greg’s life tribute video or to send condolences visit henrylange.com

Charles E. Davidson

St. David – Charles E. Davidson, 54, of St. David, passed away at 4:00 PM on Monday, October 30, 2017 at his residence. He was born on March 8, 1963 in Canton to Charlie and Sandra (Wallick) Davidson.

Surviving is one daughter, Mariah Davidson of St. David; two grandchildren; and three brothers, Jim Davidson of Monmouth, IL, Mike Davidson of North Carolina, and Terry Davidson of Canton, IL.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents.

Charles worked in construction. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Charles was a loving father and grandfather and will be missed by all his family and friends.

Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Burial of ashes will be held at a later date. Memorials can be made to the Family for Funeral Expenses. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com