Juanita J. Sandford

Canton – Juanita Sandford, 82, of Canton, passed away at 7:42 pm, Sunday, April 29, 2018 at Heartland Health Care Center in Canton.  She was born on March 5, 1936 in Ottumwa, IA. to Elmer R. and Ina May (Davis) Shumaker.  She married Donald E. Sandford on May 28, 1955 in Canton.  He preceded her in death in December of 1984.  Juanita worked at International Harvester Company in Canton as a secretary for many years.  She raised and showed Great Danes and Medium Schnauzers.  Cremation rites have been accorded and there will be private services at a later date.  Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements.  To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Opal Richter

Lewistown – Opal F. Richter, 81, of Lewistown, formerly of Canton and Rushville, passed away at 7:38 AM on Sunday, April 29, 2018 at Red Oak Memory Care in Canton. She was born on October 1, 1936 in Missouri to Martin D. and Bertha (Gott) Claassen. She married Paul William Richter on January 1, 1979 in Canton, he survives.

Also surviving are four children, Michael (Cathy) Fitch of CA, Teresa (Roger) Flatt of IL, Edith (Michael) Johnson of AR, and Thurman (Jennifer) Fitch of IL; 14 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and one sister, Elizabeth (Richard) Etter of IL.

Opal was preceded in death by her parents; one granddaughter; four brothers, Norman, George, Martin Jr., and James Claassen; and two sisters, Dorothy Reeder and Shirley Leverton.

Opal graduated with an associated degree from Spoon River Community College. She retired as a director of the Fulton and Mason County Housing Authority.

Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Memorials can be made to Alzheimer’s Association or Harbor Lights Hospice. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Helen L. Cluney

CANTON- Helen L. Cluney, 72, of Canton, passed away at 1:02 PM on Saturday, April 28, 2018 at Graham Hospital Emergency Room in Canton. She was born on July 28, 1945 in Peoria, a daughter of Eual and Helen (Woodward) Thompson. She married Jerry Session on Dec 24, 1962, she later married Thomas “Tom” Cluney on May 20, 1994 in Canton. He survives.

Also surviving are her children, Rick Session of Kewanee; Scott (Kari) Session of Havana, Tommy (Shanita) Cluney of Wilmington Island, GA; Chris (Robert) Chown of Topeka; Tricia (Anthony Brooks) Darnell of Havana, Tawnya (Glenn) Denham of Pekin; Beth (Tom) Martin of Vermont; Beverly Cluney of Jacksonville; Kristy (Rob Royer) Cluney of Havana, 26 grandchildren and several great and great-great-grandchildren; one brother, David (Judy) Pope of Pekin, and several nieces and nephews.

Helen was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Bud Thompson, and one sister, Patricia Herr.

She worked as an LPN for several nursing homes in the local area and enjoyed selling Mary Kay and Avon products for many years, she was of the Baptist Faith, and was an avid St. Louis Cardinals Fan.

Services will be held at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, where visitation will be from 4:00 PM to until time of services. Rev. Kevin VanTine will officiate. Cremation rites will be accorded after the services. Burial of ashes will be held at Oak Hill Cemetery in Lewistown at a later date. Memorials can be made to the Fulton County Humane Society. To leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Frances L. Hilton

Lewistown- Frances L. Hilton, 88, of Lewistown passed away at 2:55 AM Sunday April 29, 2018 at the Clayberg Nursing Center in Cuba.

She was born April 30, 1929 at Reidsville, NC; the daughter of Walter and Ella (Thorton) Sharpe. She married Keith Hilton on May 2, 1945 at Reidsville, NC. He died March 11, 1994. She was also preceded in death by her parents, one daughter, Bonnie Faye Hilton, one grandson, Michael Glen Herrick, one brother and two sisters. Surviving are three children, Brenda (George) Womack of Lewistown, Denise (Reggie) Johnson of Largo, FL; and Keith Hilton Jr. of Canton, one brother, Ralph (Karen) Sharpe of Reidsville, NC; fifteen grandchildren, Sharon (Andy) Gillip of East Dubuque, IL; James (Joy) Hagaman of Lewistown, IL; David (Marina) Womack of St. Joseph, MI; Ed (Micki) Hagaman of Virginia Beach, VA; Shirley (Mark) Willis of Olive Branch, IL; Brenda Trimpe of Lewistown, IL; Mark (Shawna) Herrick of Largo, FL; Autumn Orwig (Michael Barthelmes) of Largo, FL; A.J. Orwig (Amber Stufflebeam) of Largo, FL; Kyle Hilton of Canton, IL; Colton (Carrie) Adams of Canton, IL; Cody Hilton (Samantha Morse) of Canton, IL; Heather Hilton (Dalton Allen) of Havana, IL; James Johnson of Largo, FL; and R.J. Johnson of Largo, FL; twenty great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren.

Frances was a waitress at the former Hilda’s Pantry in Lewistown for over 37 years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Lewistown. Frances loved her family and she enjoyed sewing, crocheting, traveling and yard work.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM Friday May 4th at the Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown with Pastor Eric Sawyer officiating. Burial will be at Cuba Cemetery in Cuba. Visitation will be held from 5-7 PM Thursday at the memorial home. Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, Clayberg Nursing Center or Harbor Light Hospice. To view Frances’s life tribute video or to send online condolences visit henrylange.com.

James E. Nelson

Ellisville-James E Nelson of Ellisville Illinois February 28, 1939-April 27, 2018 passed peacefully surrounded by his family at home.

Jim’s journey on this earth is over he went home to be with his Lord and Savior on April 27, 2018. He was born in Maquon Township, in Knox County to Guy and Della (Davis) Nelson. Jim grew up in the Knoxville and Yates City area.  He and Eleanor Karrick were joined in marriage on June 15th, 1958. They moved to Smithfield and then to the Ellisville area where he worked for Hummel construction and farmed. He then worked 21 1/2 years in the coal mines. Jim loved to travel doing craft shows in various states. Jim loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

To Jim and Eleanor’s union 3 children were born, James (Kathy) Nelson of Hopedale IL, Greg (Julie) Nelson of Manito, IL Kathy (Matt) Powell of Arcadia IA. 8 grandchildren Kara (Alan) Hill of Mazon, IL, Kyle Nelson of Delevan IL, Kody Nelson of Kirkwood Mo, Jacob Nelson of Manito IL, Max Nelson of Manito IL, Specialist Bo Nelson Ft of Campbell KY Tyler Stidham of Amarillo TX Kirsten Stidham of Omaha NE and step-grandson Dakota Powell of Arcadia, IA. 1 great grandson Logan Hill of Mazon, IL

He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years and their children. Brothers and sister-in-law’s Bill(Cora) Karrick, Jerry Karrick, Betty Lehne, Ray (Edna) Karrick, Kay Bigsby, Dorothy (David) Armstrong, Danny (Gayla) Karrick, Nancy (John) Umbeck, Pat (Cathy) Karrick. Many nephews and nieces also survive. He was preceded in death by his parents 3 sisters and their spouses Mildred (Cliff) Daum,  Lillian (James) May, Rozella (Chester) Fryer, 2 brothers Leo (Nellie) Nelson, and Berwyn (Pat who survives) Nelson.

Services will be held at Checkrow Community Church Avon IL. Visitation will be held from 4pm-7pm Monday April 30th, 2018. Funeral services will be held at 11am May 1st, 2018.

Cremation rites will be accorded following the services and a private burial of the ashes will be held at the Wiley Cemetery at a later date.

Memorials may be made to Faith Bible Camp in Yates City.

To view his tribute video or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Eris Betty Clayton

Eris Betty Clayton was born at home to Helen Catherine and Herschel Edward Burgard on January 2, 1926, in Schuyler Country. Her childhood was spent following her two older brothers at work and play and attending school. She boarded in Rushville in order to attend Rushville High School. During World War II she entered Washington University at St. Louis, where she graduated with a major in art, and then began teaching in a one-room schoolhouse in Frederick, IL. On August 28, 1949, she married veteran Gerald Leroy Clayton in Astoria, IL.

Betty’s life revolved around three themes: her family, Sheldon’s Grove Church, and her art. After marriage, for many years she settled into being a farmwife—cooking three major meals a day, gardening, canning and freezing fresh produce, helping with the farmwork, serving as farm accountant—and raising four children: Sandra Lee, Carol Anita, Mark Leroy, and Garth Todd. In between farm and family, Betty squeezed in college classes to obtain her teacher’s certificate and began teaching third grade at Astoria Grade School. Gradually, she achieved one of her dreams and became the art teacher at Astoria schools, pushing around her “art on a cart” to grade school classrooms and providing art classes to high school students. During this time, she propelled her students into painting the lunch room mural at the high school and making sure their work was represented in regional art shows. After twenty years of teaching, she retired; however, she did not give up on her art. She offered private and group art lessons and helped manage the Art Show for Astoria’s annual Homecoming. She tested her entrepreneurial skills, designing and marketing greeting cards and hand-lettering scripture verses.

Woven into her retirement years were also several tragedies. Her youngest son Todd died in 1986. Her husband followed in 2002. Meanwhile, her brothers, Carmen and, more recently, James Othello passed away. Lastly, her youngest grandson Justin died in 2003. Through these times, Betty’s faith never wavered. All her life, Betty was a committed member of Sheldons Grove Church, participating in the many charitable activities up until she moved from her home in Astoria to reside in Peoria, near her oldest daughter Sandra. She will be remembered for her kindness and generosity towards all those she knew, her intense commitment to God, her devotion to her friends and family, and her particularly artistic way of viewing the world around her, drawing and painting peaceful farm scenes, colorful flowers, and beloved faces.

Betty is survived by Sandra Lee Curless of Bartonville, IL, Ben and Molly Curless and great-grandchild Carmeron, and Nate Curless; Carol Anita and Rodger Tarr of Okatie, SC, Clayton Tarr and Bianca Reisdorf; and Mark Leroy and Mary Clayton of West Padukah, KY, Chelsey and Jamie Brown; step-grandchildren Adrienne and Matt Davis and Jared Burget; and step-great-grandchildren Cooper Davis and Jaxon Burget.

Services will be held at 11 am on Saturday, April 28, 2018 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. A visitation will take place on Friday, April 27, 2018 from 6 to 8 pm at the funeral home. Cynthia Helle will be officiating. Interment will be in the Sheldons Grove Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Sheldons Grove United Methodist Church.

Donald G. Seward

Canton – Donald G. Seward, 74, of Canton passed away on April 26, 2018 at his residence surrounded by his family and his best friend Beverly.

He was born on September 7, 1943 in Canton to James and Bessie (Brewer) Seward.  They preceded him in death.

Surviving are his children, Tina (John) Fidler of Canton Bob Seward of Canton, sisters, Betty Thum of Canton, Bonnie (Harold) Berry of Chandler, AZ, grandchildren, Aaron and Daniel Fidler, Jessica Seward and two great grandchildren, Josslyn Schockency and Kayla Parrott and his special friend, Mary.

Also preceding him in death is his brother Larry Seward, twin infant brother Ronald and sister Barb Savill.

Donald was a retired truck driver and an avid Chicago White Sox fan.  He was active in AA and took pride in his 33 years of sobriety.

He served in the U.S. Army from 1961 – 1964.

Cremation rites have been accorded per his wishes and a private graveside service with burial of the ashes will be held at the Sauders-Blackaby Cemetery at a later date.

Oaks-Hines Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.

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

Maurice R. Clark

Maurice R. Clark, 96, of Canton, passed away at 10:32 PM on Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at Heartland Health Care Center in Canton, IL.

Arrangements are pending with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL.

Merle V. Williams

Farmington – Merle V. Williams, 83, of Farmington, passed away at 11:35 PM on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 at Heartland Health Care in Canton. He was born on June 7, 1934 in Canton to George and Opal (Haacke) Williams. He married the love of his life, Linda Jolet, on February 23, 1958 at South Park United Methodist Church in Canton, she survives.

Also surviving are three children, Mitch (Kathi) Williams of Canton, Lesa Taylor of Canton, and Tracy (Bill) Link of Canton; two grandchildren, Joe Taylor and Levi Lee; and several nieces and nephews.

Merle was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Gordon Williams.

Merle managed and operated Canton Mattress Company and also worked for many years in the automotive industry, from which he retired, last working at Coleman Pontiac-Buick-GMC. For several years, he participated in auto racing.  Later, he designed and created artistic dream catchers, was an amateur herbologist, and was a brown belt in Judo. Merle loved biking and long-distance running, and competed in marathons and in running events at the National Senior Olympics. He loved animals, especially dogs. He attended Farmington Bible Church.

Memorial service will be held at 2:30 PM on Saturday, May 5, 2018 at Farmington Bible Church, where the family will be accepting friends and family from 1:30-2:30 PM. Rev. Anthony Severine will officiate. Cremation rites will be accorded with Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Farmington, IL. Memorials can be made to Farmington Bible Church. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

John B. "Humpy" DeLost

John B. “Humpy” Delost, 101, of Canton passed away, Tuesday April 24, 2018, at Red Oak Estates in Canton.

He was born on August 17, 1916, in St. David to Thomas and Mary (Zehowski) DeLost.

He married Beatrice I. (Kitchen) on August 7, 1937 in Iowa. She preceded him in death in 1987.

He is survived by his daughter Sheila (John) Priepot, two grandchildren Stacy (Mark) Wheeler and Jennifer (Stacey) Ferguson of Minooka Illinois, six great grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Kacey Wheeler, John, Mary and Margaret Auclair and Olivia Ferguson and many niece’s and nephew’s.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers Tony and Michael Delost and one sister Mary Jackson

John was a veteran of the United States Navy where he was part of the Seabees in World War II, he worked at International Harvester as a foreman for 41 years retiring in 1976. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Canton, the Knights of Columbus, Canton American Legion and he was on the board of directors for the former Canton Country Club. John loved to fish and golf, he won the Canton Daily Ledger golf championship in 1968.

A funeral Mass will be held on Monday April 30, 2018 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Canton at 11:00 a.m. visitation will be held one hour prior to the mass at the church.

Burial with Military Honors will be held at St. Joseph Cemetery in Canton.

To leave online condolences, or to view John’s video tribute please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Robert “Bob” E. Bollinger

Farmington – Robert “Bob” Ernest Bollinger, 86, of Farmington, passed away at 10:54 AM on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 at Unity Point Health Methodist. He was born on June 14, 1931 in Farmington, IL to James and Emma (Handley) Bollinger. He married the love of his life, Charlene Marie Reed on July 13, 1952 in Farmington, IL, she survives.

Also surviving are three children, Robert “Bob” (Tina) Bollinger of Elmwood, Greg (Michelle “Miki”) Bollinger of Plainfield, and Cynthia Myers of Farmington; six grandchildren, Cory (Marisa) Bollinger of East Peoria, Scott (Jennifer) Slayton of Elmwood, Christina (Todd) Lasswell of Havana, David (Joni West) Slayton of Canton, and Aiden and Avery Bollinger of Plainfield; 13 great-grandchildren, John Maxwell, Billy, Cody, Emma, and Ashlyn Slayton, Sierra and Alexis Lasswell, Beau and Breea Slayton, Seth, Sarene, Griffin, and Athena Bollinger; and one sister, Eileen Wilcoxen of Farmington.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents, seven brothers, and seven sisters.

Bob worked at Caterpillar Tractor Co. for 41 years where he retired in 1991. He was active in Boy Scouts and an avid Cubs and Bears fan. Bob was a loving and devoted husband, dad, grandpa, and pa.

Services will be held at 2:30 PM on Saturday, April 28, 2018 at Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Farmington, IL. Pastor James Buchanan will officiate. Burial will follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Farmington, IL. A visitation will be held from 5-7 PM on Friday, April 27, 2018 at the funeral home. Memorials can be made to the Farmington Rescue Squad 1100. To view Bob’s DVD or to make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Evelyn E. Stufflebeam

Lewistown – Evelyn E. Stufflebeam, 91, of Lewistown, IL, passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2018 in Pekin. She was born on April 2, 1926 in Chandlerville, IL to Loren and Ollie (Ray) Duckwiler. She married Donald Lee Stufflebeam on April 16, 1950 at the First Christian Church, Moline, IL. He preceded her in death in 2017.

Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Tom Stufflebeam; one daughter, Carolyn Smith; and two brothers, Harold Duckwiler and Danny Carpenter.

Surviving are three children, Alan (Gaylene) Stufflebeam of Farmington, Marjorie (David) Bayless of Creve Coeur, and Della Gillespie of Pekin; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; and one brother, Jerry Carpenter of Bath.

Evelyn was a member of Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church in Lewistown and American Legion Post/Women’s Auxiliary.

Services will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, April 28, 2018 at Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church in Lewistown, IL. Visitation will be held from 10-11 AM. Kathy Barrett will officiate. Burial of ashes will follow the services at Apple Cemetery in Rural Lewistown, IL. Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Memorials can be made to Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church or St. Jude Children’s Hospital. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Donna E. Haggerty

Cuba-  Donna E. Haggerty, 87, of Bettendorf, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, April 19, 2018 at Genesis Medical Center, East Campus in Davenport.
A memorial gathering to celebrate her life will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 26, 2018 at McGinnis-Chambers Funeral Home in Bettendorf.   A graveside service will be held on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at Sinnett Chapel Cemetery in Cuba, Illinois with Reverend Albert Ables officiating.   Memorials may be made to the Quad-City Animal Welfare Center in Milan, Illinois.
Donna was born January 14, 1931 in Lewistown, Illinois, the daughter of Daniel F. & Emma E. (Bennett) Wheeler.   Donna was a graduate of Lewistown High School in 1949. She was united in marriage to Donald L. Haggerty on September 16, 1949 in Macomb, Illinois.
Donna was retired from the Pleasant Valley Community School District where she had enjoyed working in the school cafeteria.   She had enjoyed flower gardening and the company of her cats.   She cooked homemade pies and loved the time spent with the family.
Those left to honor her memory include her husband, Donald; her sons, Don (April) Haggerty of Seymour, Indiana, Dan (Bev) Haggerty of Cuba, Illinois, David Haggerty of DeWitt, Iowa and Doug Haggerty of Davenport, Iowa; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; and her brothers and sisters-in-law, Wayne & Lucinda “Cindy” Wheeler and Walter & Margaret Wheeler, all of Canton, Illinois.
Donna was preceded in death by her parents; her daughter, Diane Reick in 2005; and her sister, Nadine Childers.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting Donna’s obituary at www.McGinnis-Chambers.com.

Luann Jackson

Canton – Luann Jackson, 63 passed away on Sunday, April 22, 2018, at the OSF St Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

She was born on September 8, 1954, in Peoria to Raymond and Nellie (Nett) Sewell.  They preceded her in death.

Surviving are her children, Matthew Foose of Canton, Nathan (Tammy) Foose of Farmington, Brandon (Charity Adams) Foose of Farmington, brothers Terry Sewell of Peoria, Ralph Sewell of Hopkinsville, KY, grandchildren, Alana Foose, Tanner Foose, Colton Foose, Jack Adams, Henry Adams, Eva Adams, sister in laws, Joyce Sewell, Mary Sewell and Donna Swords.

Also preceding her in death are three brothers, Mike Sewell, Ronnie Sewell and Gary Swords.

Luann owned and operated Walter’s flowers in Canton for 21 years retiring in 2014.  She later worked for White Oaks Sports Bar and was the bookkeeper at Harmon’s Towing.

She enjoyed Golfing and bowling.  Most of all she enjoyed her family, grandkids and friends.

Cremation rites have been accorded and a celebration of her life will be held at White Oaks Sports Bar on May 5, 2018  from 2 pm until the lights go down.

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

One of Luann’s contributions to the community was to pay off lay away accounts at Christmas time.  The family requests memorials to them so they may continue this tradition.

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

Olga E. Valencia

Canton – Olga E. Valencia, 96, of Canton, passed away at 11:30 AM on Sunday, April 22, 2018 at Graham Hospital. She was born on April 15, 1922 in Bryant, IL to John and Rosalie Zora (Potrebujes) Gurme. She married Anton “Tony” Valencia on July 20, 1946 in Canton. He preceded her in death on January 20, 2005.

Olga was also preceded in death by her parents and five sisters, Angela Bausch, Frances Piercy, Mildred White, Marie Williamson, and Hilda Toncray.

Surviving are two children, Jay (Susan) Valencia of AR and Alison (Warren) Wolf of Lewistown, eight grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.

Olga worked as a telephone operator at Illinois Bell. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, the Sarah Circle, and also taught Sunday school for 25 years. Olga loved to visit members of the church who were not able to attend Sunday services. She was an avid gardener and baker. Olga enjoyed fishing with the love of her life after retirement.

Memorial service will be held at 5 PM on Sunday, May 6th 2018 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Canton, IL. Pastor Micah Garnett will officiate. Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Memorials can be made to Trinity Lutheran Church or the Activity Department Fund on 2 East at Graham Hospital. Private burial of ashes will take place at a later date. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Marilyn Johnson

Canton –Marilyn M. Johnson, 81, passed away on Sunday, April 22, 2018, at Renaissance Care Center in Canton.

She was born on April 25, 1936 in Afton, Iowa to Bernard and Dorothy (Moreland) Thomas.  They preceded her in death along with one son Jeffrey Johnson.

Surviving are her two sons Cliff (Karen) Johnson of Denver, CO, Jay (Megan) Hunt of Glasford, one sister, Karen Dorsett of Summerset, IA, six grandchildren, Misty Schuetz, Melissa Brown, Morgan Murphy, Scott Johnson, Mike Johnson, Reggie Jo Hunt and three great grandchildren, Emily Johnson, Benjamin Johnson and Rhett Algrim.

She operated Obee Coal Construction in Kansas City, KS and later the “Gone Fishin” bait shop in Canton.

Cremation rites have been accorded and there will be no services.  A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is entrusted with arrangements.

Memorials can be made to American Cancer Society.

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

Marilyn J. Laird

Canton –Marilyn J. Laird, 82, passed away on Saturday, April 22, 2018, at Graham Hospital in Canton.

She was born on October 8, 1935 in Superior, Iowa to James and Vivian (Kathman) Walsh.  They preceded her in death.

She married R. Kline Laird on August 4, 1956 in Canton.  He survives.

Also surviving are her children, Greg (Jill) Laird of Bloomington, Julie (Jerry) Zarley of Canton, Kathy (John) Rosich of Avon, IN, Kelly (Brian) Dougherty of LaPlata, MD, sisters, Lorraine (Blake) Fengel of Canton, Judy (Larry) Jenkins of Peoria, Dixie Guss of Fountain Hills, AZ, brother in law, Gene Peacock of Beardstown, nine grandchildren, Scot Powers, Eric (Jill Romine) Powers, Kelsey (Paulo Gonzalez) Laird, Kristen (Warren Race) Laird, Nathan Rosich, Katelyn Rosich, Megan Rosich, Justin Siders, Jason Siders, one step grandchild, Molly (Josh) Reddell and two great grandchildren, Ryleigh Powers and Piper Siders and two more on the way this fall.

Also preceding her in death is one sister, Carol Peacock.

Marilyn worked for the Fulton County Health Department for 19 years retiring in 1995.  She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.  She loved playing Bridge, traveling and cheering on the Cubs.  She also was skilled at knitting, and enjoyed making afghan blankets for her grandchildren.  She found time in her busy schedule to attend or support all of her kids and grandkids events throughout their lives.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton from 5-7 pm with a recitation of the rosary at 7 pm.

A funeral service Mass will be held on Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at 10 am, at St Mary’s Catholic Church in Canton.

Burial will be held at St Joseph Cemetery in Canton. 

Memorials can be made to St Mary’s Food Pantry or St Mary’s Church.

To view her video tribute or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Ryan Taylor McCrae

Mundelein Illinois–Ryan Taylor McCrae, 38, formerly of Canton, passed away on Thursday, April 19, 2018 at his residence after a 15 month battle with cancer.

He was born on August 9, 1979 in Peoria to William and Patricia (Beaird) McCrae.

He married Hanny Jung on June 29, 2007 in Palatine, IL.  She survives.

Also surviving are his daughter Amelia McCrae, mother Patricia (Bill) Riley of Wee-Ma-Tuk, his father William (Justine) McCrae of East Peoria, maternal grandmother Josephine Beaird of Canton, step sisters, Jennifer (Sean) Selman of CA, Jackie (Jason) Pumphrey of TX, Brooke Schoenman of Sidney, Australia, and step brother Brett Schoenman of IN.

He was preceded in death by paternal grandmother Betty McCrae of Farmington and maternal grandfather Bennie Beaird of Canton.

Ryan received a bachelor’s degree with a concentration in music at Columbia College in Chicago and then received a Bio Medical Engineering degree from DeVry University in Chicago.

He was a Bio-Medical Engineer for Trimedx at Alexian Brothers Health Systems in Elk Grove Village, IL.

Ryan loved writing and listening to music, especially the Beatles and playing his guitars.  He was also an avid Chicago Bears fan.

Foremost he loved Hanny and Amelia.  They were the loves of his life.  He dearly loved his family, friends and his church family at Redeemer Life.

A funeral service has been held in Des Plaines, IL.  A visitation will be held from 2 pm until 4 pm, on Sunday, April 29, 2018 at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton.

Cremation rites have been accorded and the burial of the ashes will be held at a later date.

Memorials can be made to an education fund for his daughter Amelia, to his wife and daughter or American Cancer Society Colorectal Cancer Research, P.O. Box 42040, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.

To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Margaret Ann "Peg" France

Margaret Ann "Peg" France, age 88 of Astoria, Il, passed away at 8:11 pm Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at the Mason District Hospital in Havana, IL. She was born on January 27, 1930 in Chandlerville, IL, the daughter of Gustav and Nelda (Keith) Dallmann. On December 27, 1948, Peg married William G. Dean in Chandlerville. He preceded her in death on September 3, 1982. She then married Willard G. France in 1984. He survives.

Also surviving are two sons, Stephen (and Carol) Dean and Scott (and Brenda) Dean, and her daughter, Kathryn (and Bob) Bridges, all of Astoria, two step-daughters, Teresa (and Rick) Blythe of Springfield, IL, and Janine (and Steve) Danner of Astoria, one step-son, Joe (and Tana) France of Astoria, 8 grandchildren, 4 step-grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and 6 step-great-grandchildren.

Peg was preceded in death by her parents, one daughter Deanna Jo Dean, and two sisters JoAnn Lane and Elizabeth Campbell.

She was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Havana, IL and the ACBL Bridge where she was a Life Master, and PEO Chapter Y in Havana.

She was a former President of the Astoria Women's Club, the Astoria Home Extension, and County Board member. She was active on several advisory committees for the Astoria Schools and served as a tutor.

Peg was a 4-H leader for many years and was Cub Scout Den Mother.

Services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Pastor Kevin Wendorf will officiate. Visitation will be held on Friday, April 20th from 6-8 pm and again on Saturday, one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Astoria Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the St. Paul Lutheran Church or the Astoria Rescue Squad.

Norma J. Lenover

Canton – Norma J. Lenover, 88, of Canton , passed away Wednesday, April 18,2018, at Clayberg Nursing Home in Cuba.

She was born on September 2, 1929, to Denzel and Estella (Prather) Cook. They preceeded her in death

She married J. Keith Lenover on April 3, 1948 in Canton. After 69 years of marriage he proceeded her in death on December 31, 2017.

Surviving is her daughter Pamela (Stephen) Binkley of Chicago, two grandchildren Dr. Trissa (Sundeep Mullangi) Babrowski of Chicago and Dr. Kara Babrowski of Adana Turkey and three great grandsons Kiran, Gian and Hastin Mullangi.

Norma loved life, to laugh, traveling and playing cards.

A funeral service will be on Saturday April 28, 2018 at 12 noon at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton, visitation will be one hour prior to the service.

Burial will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton

Memorials can be made to the Don Gorsuch Scholarship Fund in care of Ipava State Bank.

To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Rolan G. Detmers

Rolan G. Detmers, 72, of Peoria, IL, formerly of Farmington, IL passed away at 7:40 PM on Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at Marlene Home in Peoria, IL.

Deborha Lynn Smith

Maquon – Deborha Lynn Smith, 61, of Maquon, passed away at 8:16 AM on Sunday, April 15, 2018 at her residence. She was born on April 12, 1957 in Pekin, IL to Charles W. and Carol (Struber) Hoerr. She married Floyd “Ed” Smith on August 12, 1983 in Canton, IL. He survives.

Also surviving are four children, Charles W. (Katie) Smith of Farmington, IL, Dottie Lynn Smith of Maquon, IL, Julie (Larry) Zumstein of Canton, IL, and Angie (Nick) Orwig of Canton, IL; seven grandchildren, Lucas Zumstein, Zachary Smith, Emma Orwig, Jacob Smith, Karlee Zumstein, Easton Orwig, and Kaleb Smith; two sisters, Dorothy Terhune of IA and Sonya Culp of Canton, IL; and many loving adopted children and grandchildren.

Deborha was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Tony Hoerr.

Deborha was a homesteader and a past member of Covenant Community Church in Canton.

A celebration of life will be held at 12 PM on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at First Baptist Church in Canton, IL, where a visitation will be held from 11 AM to 12 PM. Rev. Monroe Bailey will officiate. Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Memorials can be made to filling her homestead wishes in care of Bank of Yates City. To view Deborha’s DVD or to make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Sandra Hensley

Canton –Sandra I. Hensley, 68, passed away on Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at Kindred Hospital in Peoria.

She was born on August 9, 1949 in Galesburg to Raymond and Agnes (Johnson) Moody.

Surviving are her children, Jandy Hensley of Canton, Jody (Russell) Jackson of Bonney Lake, Washington, one sister, Karen (Gary) Avery of Springfield, MO and three grandchildren, Jena K Hensley, Kyrie K Jackson and Ryan K Jackson.

She was preceded in death by her father, Raymond Moody, her mother Agnes Dallefeld and step father Junior Dallefeld.

Sandra worked as a RN at Graham Hospital for 35 years retiring in 2014.  She enjoyed spending her time on the river boats gambling on the slots, crocheting, cooking her delicious noodles and feeding her friends.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 19, 2018 at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton from 5-7 pm.

A funeral service will be held on Friday at 11 am on Friday at the funeral home.

Burial will be held at the Greenwood Cemetery in Canton.

Memorials can be made to Parlin Ingersoll Library or 1st Baptist Church Food Pantry.

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

Patricia Knowles

Canton – Patricia Knowles, 85, of Canton, passed away at 7:55 PM on Sunday, April 15, 2018 at Graham Hospital. She was born on July 24, 1932 in Canton to Wilbur Dale and Dorothy (Suydam) St. Clair.

Surviving are five children, Dorothy Ishmael of Bartonville, IL, Valerie (Late Roger) Hedges of Canton, IL, Martha (Jerry) Danielson of Canton, IL, Mark (Joyce) Knowles of Newbury Park, CA, and Edward (Lori) Knowles of Liverpool, IL; ten grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and one brother, Wilbur Dale St. Clair Jr.

Patricia was preceded in death by her parents; two children, Arthur Harold Knowles III and Susan Dekker; six grandchildren, Darrell Ishmael, Autumn, Angel, Caleb, Mariah, and Edward Knowles Jr; and one sister, Shirley Beecham.

Patricia worked at Key Industry for 27 years. She loved to do genealogy.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Memorials can be made to Graham Hospital Extended Care Activity Fund. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Norma Jean Marshall

Norma Jean Marshall of Palm Desert, CA passed away at her home on April 12, 2018 at 3:08 p.m. She was born on April 10, 1929 in Clayton, Il, the daughter of Wallace and Edna (Marsh) Power. She married Lee Marshall of Ipava in 1953 and he survives.

Also surviving are her brother Glen Power of Ft. Pierce, FL, nephew Steven Simpson of Alpine, CA, niece Cynthia Roe of Dallas, TX, nephew Guy Power of Jupiter, FL, and niece Janet Horvath of Ft. Pierce, FL, and six grand nieces and nephews.

Norma was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Jane Simpson.

Norma graduated from Clayton High School,. attended Western Illinois University, graduating in 1951. Norma and Lee moved to California in 1957. Norma taught school in Glendale at Mark Kepple for 25 years in the same classroom. Many of her students were second generation. In 1986 she retired and moved to Palm Desert. She was a very active member of PEO and Coachella Valley Pan Hellenic. She also enjoyed playing golf and mahjong.

Norma loved to travel, making several trips to Europe, parts of the Mideast and to Asia.

She was a very loving, caring lady.

Graveside services will be held in the Ipava Cemetery, Ipava, IL at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 18, 2018. Please, no flowers. You may make a gift to the charity of your choice in Norma's memory.

Harvey L. Selph

Dunfermline –Harvey L. Selph, 94, passed away on April 15, 2018, at Graham Hospital in Canton.

He was born on October 22, 1923, in London Mills to Alfred Freeman and Alma Surilda (White) Selph.  They preceded him in death.

He married Mabel Newlun on November 30. 1942 in Palmyra, Missouri.

Also preceding him in death is his wife, step father Ira Mitchell, two brothers two sisters and three grandchildren.

Surviving are his children, Thomas (Carol) Selph of St. David, Brenda (Bob) Gardner of Cuba, Terry (Kathy Lock) Selph of Canton, nine grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren and his special friend Frosty Nolan.

Harvey served in the US Army during WWII and served in the Battle of the Bulge.

He worked for Bruketta Mine in Norris, Lock’s Ford Dealership, farmed and retired from International Harvester in Canton.  After he retired he owned and operated S&S Auto Sales.  He always enjoyed buying and selling cars. He was an avid Cub fan.

A visitation will be held on Thursday April 19, 2018, from 5 pm until 7 pm, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton.

Cremation rites will follow the visitation and a graveside burial of the ashes will be held on Friday, April 20, 2018, at 10 am at White Chapel Memory Gardens of Canton.

Memorials can be made to Buckheart Fire Department.

To view Harvey’s tribute video or to leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Carrol E. Taylor

Lewistown- Carrol E. Taylor, 88, of Lewistown passed away at 5:25 PM Saturday April 14, 2018 at Graham Hospital in Canton.

He was born April 3, 1930 in Lewistown to Charles Edward and Mable (Davis) Taylor. He married Barbara Thompson on April 10, 1954 at Pittsfield. She died April 21, 2011. He was also preceded in death by his parents, as well as brothers, Leland, Robert, James, Marion and Jack, sisters, Maralee Bland, Helen Cline and Barbara Irwin.

He is survived by one son, John (Keri) Taylor of Washington, two sisters, Carolyn Danner of Lewistown and Susan Sarti of Manito, and two grandchildren, Abbi and Brock Taylor of Washington.

Carrol served in the US Army during the Korean War. He attended the Lewistown United Methodist Church, and was a member of the Lewistown VFW Post 5001 and Lewistown American Legion Bishop Post 1.

He worked as a heavy equipment operator at local coal mines and was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers. He enjoyed his family and friends and sharing his garden products and bird houses.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday April 18th at the Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown with Reverend Shane Smith officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to services at the memorial home. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery at Lewistown with military services conducted by his VFW and American Legion Post’s. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lewistown VFW Post 5001 and the Lewistown American Legion Bishop Post 1. To view Carrol’s life tribute video or to send online condolences visit henrylange.com.

Mary Louise Boughan

Canton –Mary Louise Boughan, 91, passed away on April 13, 2018, at Clayberg Nursing Home in Cuba.

She was born on January 28, 1927 in Canton to Leroy and Edna (Gray) Strode.

She married Junior Lewis “Skeeter” Boughan and traveled extensively with him during his early career as a musician.

Surviving are two children, Rick Boughan of Canton, Garry (Karen) Boughan of Bloomington, ten grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, two sons Randy and Terry Boughan, one brother Wayne Strode and one grandchild.

Mary Louise was an accountant for Caterpillar retiring in 1991. She attended the Presbyterian Church and was a member of the Canton Woman’s Bowling Association where she was inducted into the Hall of Fame.  She was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing with her friends at the Canton Country Club where she was a longtime member. She enjoyed the Chicago Cubs, reading, her beloved cat “Nala” and having debates with her best friend Betty Thrasher.  

Per her wishes cremation rites have been accorded and graveside service with the burial of the ashes will be held on Friday, April 20, 2018 at 1pm, at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton.  There will be no visitation.

Memorials can be made to Fulton County Humane Society.

The family would like to express their appreciation to Clayberg Nursing Home for their care for Mary Louise.

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

Michelle “Micky” Ranee Dye

Canton – Michelle “Micky” Ranee Dye, 53, of Canton, passed away at 5:30 AM on Friday, April 13, 2018 at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on August 10, 1964 in Canton, IL to Harrison Shelby and Shirley Ann (Grafton) Rumler. She married the love of her life, Richard C. Dye Jr. on July 11, 1998 in Indiana, he survives.

Also surviving are two children, Mollie (BJ) Burkhart of Normal, IL and Richard C. “Trey” Dye III of Ottawa, IL; six grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and three brothers, Harry (Lori) Rumler, Larry (Susan) Rumler, and Jason (Bridget) Rumler all of Canton, IL.

Micky was preceded in death by her parents.

Micky was the head cook for the Fulton County Jail through the YWCA. “She was a Turtle” and was also a member of the Women of the Moose for 30 years.

A Celebration of life was held this past Saturday, April 14, 2018 at Josie’s B in Canton, IL. Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

John H. Giesler

John H. Giesler, 65, of Mason City, passed away at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield at 3:35 a.m. on Friday, April 13, 2018. He was born December 22, 1952, in Shelbyville, IL, to Glen W. and Lela Caroline (Noffke) Giesler. He married Mardell Habing-Thomas on June 20, 1980, in Shelbyville.
Coach Giesler is survived by his wife, Mardell, of Mason City; four children: Shane (Tiara) Thomas of New Holland, IL, Chad (Jamie) Giesler of Jacksonville, IL, Lance (Laural) Giesler of Bath, IL, and Lindy Giesler of Mason City; ten grandchildren; brother, Donald “Bill” (Sue) Giesler of St. Charles, MO, and sister, Janet (Jim) Arthur of Stewardson, IL. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother, James Giesler and sister, Jean Ashbaugh.
Coach was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Mason City. He was a former teacher and coach at Trinity Lutheran School in Stewardson, Stewardson-Strasburg High School, Roanoke-Benson High School and Illini Central High School in Mason City until his retirement in 2014. He later was an assistant basketball coach at Lincoln College in 2015 and 2016. Throughout his career, John coached baseball, golf, softball and basketball. During his coaching career, John lead the 2012 Illini Central High School Cougars basketball team to a 3rd place 1A state finish and the 2013 Illini Central High School Cougars basketball team to 1A State Championship. He was also inducted, in 2018, a few days before his passing, into the IBCA Hall of Fame.
Visitation will be held at Hurley Funeral Home in Mason City on Saturday, April 21, 2018, from 1:00 until 5:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held in the Illini Central High School Gymnasium at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 22, 2018. Burial will follow the services at Mason City Cemetery. Rev. John Johnson will officiate. A memorial reception will be held at Jackson-Keen Legion Post in Mason City following the graveside services.
Memorial contributions may be made to the John Giesler Memorial Fund, which will be used for medical expenses, his daughter’s college education fund, and The John Giesler Basketball Scholarship Fund. Online memorial messages may be left for the family at www.hurleyfh.com.
Hurley Funeral Home in Mason City is in charge of arrangements.

James "Jim" Owens

Canton – James “Jim” L. Owens, 84, of Canton, passed away on Wednesday, April 11, 2018, at OSF St Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

He was born on December 19, 1933 in Cuba, to George and Ethel May (Hageman) Owen.  They preceded him in death.

He married Ila Jean Yocum on October 23, 1955 at her parents’ home near Marietta, Illinois. She preceded him in death on December 4, 2017.  Surviving are four children, Michael Owens (Nguyen Hai Anh) of Frankfurt, Germany, Rebecca Billiter (Kirk) of Bloomington, Kirk Owens of Champaign, Gina (Greg) Spahn of Canton, 8 grandchildren Ketra Moore, Colton Hinderliter, Kiefer Owens, Ruthie Mathewson, Elizabeth Spahn, Olivia Spahn, Owen Spahn, and Michael Vinh Nguyen Owens and six greatgrandchildren.

Also preceding him in death are four brothers Glenn Owens, Charles Owens, Gerald Owen and Richard “Dick” Owens, four sisters, Mildred Parkinson, Leona Krider, Vivian Conley and LaVeta Williams.

Jim served in the U.S. Navy from 1951 to 1954 during the Korean War and was attached to the antisubmarine squadron VS 22.  From 1955 to 1956 he worked for International Harvester in Canton.  He studied at Western Illinois University from 55 to 1957.  He then became a trooper for the Illinois State Police District #8 from 1957 to 1976 achieving the rank of Master Sargent.  He then served from 1976 to 1987 in District #14 with part of his career being on the tactical response team.  He retired in 1987 after 30 years of service.  After his retirement he taught at Spoon River College. During his career and in retirement, he focused on gun safety and teaching hunter’s safety courses.

Most of all Jim was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather and he spend his life loving and protecting his family and community with passion.

He was a past member of the Illinois Police Association, current member of the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #41, Retired State Police Association, Cuba American Legion, Pheasants Forever Spoon River Chapter and Trinity Lutheran Church.

A memorial visitation will be held on Sunday April 22, 2018, from 1 pm until 3 pm, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton with a funeral service to follow visitation at 3 pm. Pastor Micah Garnett will officiate.

Cremation rites have be accorded per his wishes.

Burial of the ashes will follow at Marietta Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made Trinity Lutheran Church in Canton or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

The family would like to thank Red Oak Estates for all of their care for Jim.

To view Jim’s tribute video or to leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Maurice “Pete” Black

Canton – Maurice “Pete” Black, 89, of Canton, passed away at 3:10 PM on Thursday, April 12, 2018 at Clayberg Nursing Home. He was born on March 25, 1929 in Fulton County, IL, son of Elmer and Edna (Berry) Black. He married Reta Louise (Arnett) Black on August 6, 1955 in Lewistown, IL, she preceded him in death on December 30, 2010.

Also preceding him in death are his parents, one son, John “Rod” Black, one grandchild, and one brother, Harry “Gene” Berry.

Surviving are two children, Marshall (Mary Jo) Black and Margaret Gummerson both of Canton; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and one sister, Annabelle Curless of TX.

Pete was a truck driver for United Redi-Mix, where he retired in 1992. He was a member of Covenant Community Church in Canton and also Teamster Local #627.

Services will be held at 10 AM on Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Rev. Kevin VanTine will officiate. Burial will follow the services at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton. A visitation will be held from 5-7 PM on Monday, April 16, 2018 at the funeral home. Memorials can be made to American Diabetes Association or Harbor Light Hospice. To view Pete’s DVD or to make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Cindy Lou Meeks

Farmington – Cinda “Cindy” Lou Meeks, 74, of Farmington, passed away at 5:40 AM on Thursday, April 12, 2018 at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on March 13, 1944 in Canton, IL to Maynard and Hazel (Dikeman) Kimbrell. She married Eddie Meeks on October 16, 1965 at Farmington United Methodist Church, he survives.

Also surviving are two children, Kathy (Jeff) McVey of Farmington and Kevin (Tammy) Meeks of Farmington; four grandchildren, Kristina and Melissa McVey and Tiffany and Brittany Meeks; and two nephews, Bobby and Mike Gilstrap.

Cindy was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Dixie Gilstrap.

Cindy was a hairdresser out of her home for twenty plus years. She was a member of Farmington United Methodist Church and was an avid Elvis fan. Family, friends, and her animals were the most important things in her life.

Services will be held at 2 PM on Monday, April 16, 2018 at Farmington United Methodist Church. Rev. Walter Carlson will officiate. Burial will follow at Oakridge Cemetery in Farmington, IL. A visitation will be held from 5-7 PM on Sunday, April 15, 2018 at Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Farmington. Memorials can be made to Farmington United Methodist Church or The Humane Society of Fulton County. To view Cindy’s DVD or to make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Beverly A. Roberts

Beverly A. Roberts, 78, of Macomb, IL, passed away at 11:45 p.m. on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at Wesley Village in Macomb. She was born on July 2, 1939 in Ipava, IL, the daughter of Gerald and Ilene (Berry) Groff. Beverly married Howard Roberts on August 26, 1960 in Blandinsville, IL. He survives.

Survivors also include her 3 sons, Jack Roberts of Oneida, IL, Jerry Roberts of Chicago, IL and Jody (and Kimberly) Roberts of Altona, IL, 8 grandchildren, Chris, Courtney, Katelynn, Hope, Kiersten, Caroline, Kelly and Lindsay, 2 great-grandchildren, Elikk and Lillith, sister, Diana (and John) Modlin of Adair, IL, niece, Danielle Sirtak of LaHarpe, IL, sister-in-law, Donnabelle Aleshire of Macomb, IL, sister-in-law- Judy Murtin of Macomb, IL and brother-in-law, Doc Roberts of Macomb, IL.

She is preceded in death by brother, Jack Groff.

Beverly was a homemaker. She was a member of the Rio Home Extension. Beverly was a big fan of anything Elvis Presley. She loved animals and plants and flowers. She enjoyed painting ceramics, crafts and baking. She was a people person.

A graveside service at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 17, 2018 in the Ipava Cemetery in Ipava, IL. Pastor Dean Potts will be officiating. A visitation will take place from 2 to 4 pm on Tuesday, April 17th at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, IL. Memorials can be made to the McDonough District Hospice.

James M. Reed

Canton - James M. Reed, 84, of Canton passed away Monday, April 2, 2018, at Farmington Country Manor.
He was born on March 26, 1934, in London Mills to Charles Baker and Blanche Marie Murphy Reed. He married Dixie L. Fidler. She preceded him in death on June 10, 2015, after 62 years of marriage.
His parents; siblings, Charles Burton Reed, Clifford Reed, Mary Briggs, Marilyn Cox and infant twin brothers; and brother-in-law, Don Roberts, also preceded him in death.
He is survived by his children, Pamela Lee (John) Raychel, Rickie James (Robbie) Reed and Mark Louis (Gloria) Reed; 12 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; siblings, Charlene (Bob) Bollinger, Carol Roberts, Tommy (Rose) Reed and Wayne (Nancy) Reed; sister-in-law, Arlene Reed-Laughary; and many nieces and nephews.
James worked for Caterpillar until retiring in 1992. He was a fantastic cook; he played and taught guitar; he was known for his cowboy hat; and he never knew a stranger. He loved bowling and his pets, but most of all, his family.
Cremation has been accorded and a celebration of life will be held Saturday, April 14th at the Canton VFW from noon until 3 p.m..
Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Human Society in his name.
The Cremation Society of Mid-Illinois Co., Pekin/Peoria, is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at csmico.com.

Elvie Elwood Norris

Elvie Elwood Norris, age 88 of Astoria, IL, passed away at 11:14 am on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at his home. He was born on September 15, 1929 in rural Macomb, IL, the son of Jesse and Nettie (Owens) Norris. He married Shirley Riebling on August 9, 1953 in Adair, IL. She survives.

Also surviving are two sons, Ken (and Stacy Tew-Lovasz) Norris of St. Louis, MO and Kevin (and Tarra) Norris of Taylorville, IL, three grandchildren, Steven (and Contessa) Norris, Shelbi (and Nate) Turner, and Keegan Norris, five great-grandchildren, Cameron, Benjamin, Eayn, Fallon, and Kamery.

Elvie was preceded in death by his daughter Tina Norris, three sisters, Maxine Kitch, Evelyn Phillips, and Aleyne Roberts, and two brothers, Roger Norris and Glen Norris.

He was a farmer. He also worked at Ken-Ray Foundry in Vermont, IL, Astoria Fiber Steel, and Skiles Fertilizer in Astoria. He was custodian at Astoria Schools for 9 years.

Elvie was a member of the Grace Bible Church in Astoria and the South Fulton Antique Tractor Club. He was involved in Scouting for 15 years, 10 of which he was Scoutmaster in Astoria. He enjoyed fishing and gardening, He was a tinkerer and inventor in his spare time.

He loved spending time with his family.

Services will be held at 11:00 am Monday, April 16, 2018 at Shawgo Memorial Home. Pastor Ben Murray will officiate. Visitation will be held on Monday from 9-11 am at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Industry Cemetery in Industry, IL. Memorials may be made to the Grace Bible Church.

Idarose M. Easley

Idarose M. Easley, 85, from Ipava, IL, passed away at 3:30 am on Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL. She was born on August 27, 1932 in Peoria, the daughter of Loa and Maude (Clark-Danner) Danner. Idarose married Lloyd Easley in 1954. He preceded her in death on January 15, 1999.

Survivors include her 2 daughters, Janet (and JR) Colston of Ipava, and Linda (and Mike) Blemler of Ipava, son, Doug (and Ivonne) Easley of Cantrall, IL, 5 grandchildren, Travis (and Mandy) Colston, Jeremy (and Kathey) Blemler, Jessa (and Frank) Kajencki, Brittany (and Manni) Villareal and Catalina Easley, 7 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild and her grand dog Pugsley.

Idarose was a housewife. She was a waitress at Morrison’s Hideout in Ipava. She also owned and operated the Bernadotte Skating Rink, where she would always be willing to haul kids to and from, and the Ipava Coin Wash.

Idarose was always available to help out. She helped with Ipava’s annual homecoming celebration and was very active in the community. She was an avid shuffle board player with the American Legion and an avid Pitch player. She enjoyed going to the gambling boat. Idarose cherished time with her family and friends.

Services will be held at 11 am on Friday, April 13, 2018 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, IL. Pastor Doug Krukewitt will be officiating. A visitation will be held from 5 to 7 pm on Thursday, April 12, 2018 at the Funeral Home in Astoria. Interment will be in the Astoria Cemetery in Astoria. Memorials may be made to the Ipava American Legion Auxiliary or the Ipava American Legion Post #17

Robert V. Stephenson

Canton – Robert V. Stephenson, 68, of Canton passed away at 8:30 am, Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at his residence.  He was born on January 8, 1950 in Pittsfield to Vincent and Evelyn (Smith) Stephenson.  Robert married Karen Hinman on September 19, 1981 in Lincoln.  She preceded him in death on February 7, 2014.  Also preceding him in death were his parents. Surviving are two children; Jon (Ashlee) Stephenson of Washington and Rachael Stephenson of Canton, two brothers; Larry Stephenson of Wisconsin and Chuck Stephenson of Griggsville.

Robert retired as a correctional officer with the State of Illinois.  He was a member of the Canton Masonic Lodge.

Services will be 11 am Saturday, April 14, 2018 at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton.  Visitation will be Friday, April 13 from 5-7 pm at the Funeral Home.  Cremation rites have been accorded.  Memorials can be made to the Rug Ladies at Wesley United Methodist Church in Canton.  To view Robert’s DVD or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Carol Jane Weigand

Carol Jane Weigand, 69, of Havana, passed away at 9:05 AM on Thursday, April 5, 2018 at Havana Health Care Center.

Arrangements are pending with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL.

Cliff Sagaser

Canton – Cliff Sagaser, 86, of Canton, passed away Saturday April 7, 2018, at 6:23 p.m. at his home surrounded by his family in Canton.

Cliff was born on April 20, 1931, in Temple North Dakota to Bernard and Dorothy (Williamson) Sagaser. They proceeded him in death.

Surviving are fourteen children, and over fifty grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Cliff was a veteran of the United States Navy where he served on the U.S.S. Bryce Canyon AD36 in the Korean War from 1950 until 1954, he took great pride in his service in the navy and being the ping pong champion on his ship.

Cliff graduated from the University of Illinois with a degree in civil engineering. After graduating he opened his own civil engineering and construction firm in southern Illinois, he then worked for the City of Centralia as the city engineer for ten years then he later worked for the City of Canton as the civil engineer, zoning official and the public works director from 1981 until 1991.

Cliff enjoyed going to auctions, goodwill shopping, playing his guitar, piano and singing and most of all spending time with his family, and friends at the Elm Street Cafe.

Per his wishes cremation rites have been accorded.

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

Margey A. Staub

Margey A. Staub, 82, of West Peoria, formerly of Brimfield, passed away at 5:07 p.m., on Wednesday, April 4, 2018, at Heddington Oaks in West Peoria.
She was born on May 11, 1935, in Bloomington, IL, to James and Marion (Dauel) Peifer. She married Ray McCormick on October 31, 1953, in California. He preceded her in death on January 14, 1980. Later in life, she married Ernest Staub on May 20, 2000, in Chillicothe. He preceded her in death on April 12, 2017.
She is survived by her step-mother, Marjorie Peifer; three children, James (Debbie) McCormick of Trivoli, Rayeanne (Phil) Maher of rural Elmwood, and Mitchell (Virginia) McCormick; four step-children, Margie (Jack) Cox of Bartonville, Bob Staub of Oklahoma, James (Jo Ann) Staub of East Peoria, and Karen (Doug) Mason of Missouri; one brother, George Peifer; one sister, Avis ( Garrie) Atkins; twenty-four grandchildren; and forty great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, William McCormick; and one grandson, Jesse Dietrich.
Margey was a member of the Calvary Temple Assembly of God Church in Peoria.
A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Tuesday, April 10, 2018, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Elmwood, with a visitation one hour prior to the service from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will immediately follow the service at Brimfield Township Cemetery. A luncheon will follow the graveside service at the Brimfield Legion.
Memorials may be made to Calvary Temple Assembly of God Church in Peoria.
To view Margey's tribute video or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

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

Mary Lee Richards

Farmington – Mary Lee Richards, 95, of Ft. Worth, TX, formerly of Farmington, IL, passed away at 5:08 PM on Friday, April 6, 2018 at Universal Health Services in Ft. Worth, TX. She was born on September 26, 1922 in Lake Linden, MI to Guy and Delia (Piche) Sanders. She married Earl Richards on January 15, 1944 in Peoria, IL, he preceded her in death.

Also preceding her in death are her parents; two sons, William “Bill” Richards and Mark Richards; one brother, Roy Sanders; and one sister, Geraldine “Gerry” Sanders.

Surviving are four children, Bruce (Cindy) Richards of Darien, IL, Barbara (Tom) Gill of Gillette, WY, Ann (Charles) Harn of Ft. Worth, TX, and Judy (Steve) Robinson of Chandler, IN; ten grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and one sister, Jean Magnant of Indianapolis, IN.

Mary was a member of the St. Matthews Catholic Church in Farmington, IL. Without fail she prayed every day for her family and friends.

Graveside serves will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, April 12, 2018 at Oakridge Cemetery in Farmington, IL. Deacon Gary Schultz will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Farmington Rescue Squad 1100. Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Farmington, IL is in charge of arrangements. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Jill Marie Miller

Canton – Jill Marie Miller, 67, of Canton, passed away at 12:31 PM on Friday, April 6, 2018 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL. She was born on August 30, 1950 in Joliet, IL to Clifford and Gladys (Becker) Miller. She married David Fleming. He survives.

Also surviving is two children, Nathan (Cynthia) Fleming of Farmington, Jamie Lynn (Jeremy Huffman) Scott of Altona, IL; six grandchildren, Logan, Dena, and Noah Fleming, Jordan, Alec, and Tommy Scott; one great-granddaughter, Azaria Russell Scott; brother, Glen Miller; three sisters, Jamie Young, Jenice (Matthew) Collins, Jacquie West; sister by choice, Tanya Grabel.

Jill was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, George and Gary Miller; sister, Judy Knowles.

Jill was a long member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Canton. She enjoyed having Sunday school, Christmas pageants, and loved her church family. She was also a hairdresser for many years and worked at Hardee’s in Canton for over 12 years.

Services will be held at 11 AM Friday, April 13, 2018 at the First Church of the Nazarene in Canton, IL, where a visitation will be held from 5-7 PM Thursday, April 12, 2018 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Rev. Dennis Owens will officiate. A private burial will be held at a later date. Cremations rites will be accorded through Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory. Memorials can be made to the First Church of the Nazarene. To view Jill’s DVD or to make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Madine McMahon

Canton – Madine McMahon, 93, of Canton passed away at 3:13 am Saturday, April 07, 2018 at Graham Hospital in Canton.  She was born on November 27, 1924 in Sidney, TX. to Zachary and Crystal (Fannyworth) Harrison.  Madine married Eugene V. McMahon on August 16, 1942 in Houston, TX.  He preceded her in death on January, 30, 2010.  Also preceding her in death were her parents, daughter Linda McMahon, three brothers, and two sisters.  Surviving is a daughter Lorraine (Pat) Corkran of Owensboro, KY, two sisters; Ethel Cleckley and Zetta (Melvin) Hart both of Houston, TX, and two grandsons; Jeremy Corkran of St. Petersburg, FL, and Shaun Corkran of San Francisco, CA.

Madine attended Fairview Reformed Church in Fairview.  She was a member of Wee-Ma-Tuk Country Club where she was the women’s club champion multiple times.  Madine loved to sew, oil paint, and quilt.  She quilted with groups at the Fairview Library and in Norris.  Being in a military family they moved around a lot but Madine always was able to make every place seem like home.

Services will be 2pm Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton where visitation will be one hour prior to services.  Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery in Fairview.  The Rev. Mike Huston will officiate.  Memorials can be made to Graham Hospital Hospice, 210 W. Walnut St. Canton, IL. 61520.  To view Madine’s DVD or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Edmund J. Prisby Jr.

Trivoli – Edmund J. Prisby Jr, 79, of Trivoli, passed away at 10:52 AM on Friday, April 6, 2018 at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria. He was born on November 2, 1938 in Detroit, MI to Edmund and Helen (Mirowski) Prisby.

Ed Joined the United States Air Force in February 1958. He was stationed in Hanna City, IL. He served with the 791st Radar Squadron. While stationed here he met his surviving wife of 58 years, Sandra K. (Snyder) Prisby. He was a radar tech, sharp shooter and member of the color guard, who was discharged with honors in 1962. Immediately after he went to work for Caterpillar Tractor Company for 39 years and retired in 2000. Ed was a member of the American Legion Post 140 Farmington, IL, 4th degree member of Knights of Columbus, and St. Matthews Catholic Church in Farmington, IL. Ed loved the outdoors, he was an avid camper with his wife, enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family and dog Gus. Ed was a proud Polish man and played the accordion in a band called EJ Prisby And The Original Blue Notes.

Surviving is his wife Sandra Prisby; four children, Cathy (Rick) Ulrich, Cindy (Mike) Howard, Edmund (Kathy) Prisby III, and Connie (Mike) Kelly; 18 grandchildren ;25 great-grandkids; sister, Marcy (Les) Gargulinski Tanona

Ed is preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral Mass will be held at 10 AM on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at St. Matthews Catholic Church in Farmington, IL. Visitation will be held from 5-7 PM on Tuesday April 10, 2018 at Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Farmington, IL. Father Joe Dondanville will officiate. Burial will take place at Trivoli Cemetery, Trivoli, IL. Memorials can be made to Illinois Cancer Care, American Legion Post 140 Farmington, IL, and Knights of Columbus. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Joann Marie Mills

Havana – Joann Marie Mills, 55, of Havana, passed away at 10:09 AM on Saturday, March 31, 2018 at Mason District Hospital in Havana, IL. She was born on June 23, 1962 in Tawas City, MI to William and Dorliska (Lewis) Colburn. She married Earl Mills on June 11, 1987 in Florida, he survives.

Also surviving are three children, Rocky (Erin) Darnell of Canton, Chris Mills of Havana, and Shane Mills of Havana; one step son, Ryan Mills of Astoria; two grandchildren; and two brothers, William “Bill” Colburn of Florida and Dan Colburn of Florida.

Joann was preceded in death by her parents.

Joann was of the Christian faith.

A celebration of life will be held from 9-10 AM on Thursday, April 12, 2018 at the First Assembly of God in Havana, IL, where a prayer service will be held at 10 AM. Rev. Paul Homan will officiate. Private burial of ashes will be held at Laid Law Cemetery in Tawas City, MI. Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Memorials can be made to the Family for Funeral Expenses. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Sonja D. Moss

Canton – Sonja D. Moss, 73, passed away on Wednesday, April 4, 2018, at OSF St Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

She was born on August 1, 1944 in Canton to Clinton and Donna (Wenger) Gilmore.

Surviving are her mother, Donna of Canton, three children, April (Kenny) Moss Dean of Macomb, Randy Moss of Canton, Cynthia Valley of Cuba, one brother Jack (Stacey) Gilmore of Florida, six grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her father and one daughter, Crystal Harrison.

Sonja enjoyed crafting and loved animals.  Most of all she loved spending time with her family and having her grandchildren stay on the weekends.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 11, 2018, from 9-10 am at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton.  A graveside funeral service will follow the visitation at the Marietta Cemetery.

Memorials can be made to Fulton County Humane Society.

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

Mary “Mickey” A. Kirkpatrick

Canton – Mary “Mickey” Kirkpatrick, 83, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at Renaissance Care Center in Canton.

She was born on August 30, 1934 in Canton to Lee and Frances (Atkins) Allard.

She married Eldon Kirkpatrick, he proceeded her in death.

Surviving are three children Brenda (Rick) Spiva, James Kirkpatrick and Kathleen (Tom) Staggs, one sister Sharon Myers, four grandchildren Mathew Kirkpatrick, Eric Spiva, Marc Spiva and Emma Staggs and two great grandchildren, Ashley and Ryan Spiva.

Proceeding her in death are her parents, three brothers, Ronald “Duck” Allard, Larry Allard and William “Bud” Allard and one sister, Norma “Tootie” Duncan..

Mickey loved to be outdoors and being with people.

Funeral services will be held on Friday April 6, 2018 at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton at 11:30 a.m. visitation will be held at the funeral home starting at 11:00 a.m. until the time of service.

Burial will be held at Shield’s Chapel Cemetery.

Memorials can be made to Alzheimer’s Association or to the American Lung Association

To leave online condolences or to view Mickey’s video tribute, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Willis Dean Mayall

Willis Dean Mayall, 94, of Washington, MO formerly of Ipava, IL passed away peacefully on March 26, 2018 with his family by his side. He was born on July 20, 1923 at home in rural Summum, IL to Lawrence and Olive (Danner) Mayall. He was raised on the farm, graduated from Ipava High School, served in the Army and was a WWII Veteran. He also served in India/Burma.

He married Margaret E. (Burgard) Mayall on May 27, 1947 in Mason City, IL. She passed away on June 16, 2007.

Willis is survived by 4 children, Brianna (and Gaylon) Malott of Marquette Heights, IL, Jeanette “Susie” (and Robert) Bucher of Astoria, IL, Kevin Dean (and Bernadette) Mayall of Washington, MO and Candice “Jill” (and John) Kukla of Gerald, MO, 13 grandchildren and 29 great and great-great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers, Verlyn Mayall and Claud “Jack” Mayall and 3 grandchildren, Melissa Malott, Natasha Jacqueline Kukla and John Ross Kukla.

He was an Operating Engineer for the United States Army. Upon returning home to start a family they opened Western Auto Appliance. He and Margaret also opened the Milk Shed Café in Ipava and he became a cars salesman for the family business at Burgard Chevrolet.

He was a member of the Order of the Masonic Lodge #213 Ipava, Ipava American Legion Post #17, VFW Post #5001 Lewistown, IL, Mohammed Shriners Peoria, IL, Scottish Rite and served on the Ipava Volunteer Fire Department.

There is a celebration of life on March 30, 2018 at 10:30 am at First Christian Church in Washington, MO.

A funeral service, along with Masonic Rites, will be held on April 7, 2018 at 11:00 am at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, IL with a visitation at 10:00 am. Pastor Doug Krukewitt will be officiating. Military Rites and burial will be in the Ipava Cemetery. There will be a luncheon at the Ipava American Legion following services.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Ipava American Legion #17 or the Peoria Mohammed Shriners Crippled Children in memory of Willis Mayall.