Eva Lou White

Ellisville- Eva Lou White, 85, of rural Ellisville, passed away at 7:15 AM on Sunday, November 28, 2021 at Farmington County Manor, Farmington, IL. She was born on November 13, 1936 to Dick and Minnie (Strode) Shields. She married Marvin L. White on June 6,1954 in Cuba, IL. He preceded his wife in death on January 1, 2019.

Surviving are five children, Victoria (Tim) Harper of Vermont, IL; Michael (Roberta) White of Cuba, IL; Christina (Mark) Werland of Smithfield, IL; Cynthia (Jon) La Salle of Canton, IL and Bruce White of Ellisville, IL seven grandchildren, Eric, Christopher, Marcus, Martin, Marlana, Misty, C.R. and eight great-grandchildren; Kasi, Kandace, Austin, Andrew, Clayton, Casey, Colton, and Maci; several nieces and nephews; and she is also survived by two siblings.

Eva was preceded in death by her parents.

Eva grew up in Cuba and moved to Ellisville when she married the love of her life whom she was married to for over 65 years. She and her husband farmed in Ellisville for many years. She loved to travel, especially Hawaii. Eva donated to several charities throughout her lifetime. She will be loved and missed by her family and friends.

Per Eva’s wishes, there will be no services. Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to St. Jude Research and the American Cancer Society. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

James I. Carroll, Jr.

James I. Carroll Jr., of Canton, passed away at 12:47 PM on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL. He was born on September 12, 1960 in Peoria, IL to James I. Sr. and Margie Jean (Hurt) Carroll. He married Paulette Sawyer. She survives.

Also surviving is his life-long companion, Karen Lee; eight children, James (Patience) Carroll, Anthony (Emily) Carroll, Christine (Randy) Malott, Amanda Rae (Danny) Vance, Joshua Wayne (Morgan) Carroll, Makayla (Dustin) Carroll, Angel Carroll, and Annetta Carroll; 22 grandchildren, one great-grandson, Matthew Carroll; two brothers, Ben (John) Carroll and Bobby (Jo) Carroll; and one sister, Penny (Leroy) Cremeens.

He is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Lester and Mingo Carroll; and one sister; Tina (Mike)Laufenberg.

James loved working on farms and being outdoors. He enjoyed wood and metal working. He also loved riding horses and being around his dogs. James was a member of the Good Shepherd Baptist Church in Manito, IL. He also served in the United States Army.

A Celebration of Life and burial at Glendale Memorial Gardens in Pekin, IL will be held at a later date. Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Memorials may be made to the family. To leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Daniel Scott DeFrance

Glasford- Daniel Scott DeFrance, 58, of Glasford, passed away at 9:48 PM on Monday, November 22, 2021 in rural Peoria County. He was born on June 9, 1963 in Peoria, a son of David and Gertrude (Parson) DeFrance Sr. He married Teri Schunk on October 8, 1994 in Peoria. She survives.

Also surviving are his two daughters, whom he was a proud father of, Casey (Sabrina Matthews) DeFrance of Morton; Hannah (Kevin Haley Jr.) DeFrance of North Pekin, and one sister, Debra (Albert) Weishaar of Mapleton, as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, David Jr., and his beloved dog, Bo.

He worked as a self-employed truck driver. Dan was a man of few words but wore his heart on his sleeve. In his younger years he spent a majority of his time on dirt bikes and roller skates. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, loved kayaking, the outdoors and nature, and enjoyed working on anything, was known as the jack of all trades to his family. He would give the shirt off his back for anyone in need. Dan will be missed by many friends and family, and was loved by everyone who met him.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at Endsley-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Bartonville, where visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 PM on Friday, December 3, 2021. Additional visitation will be from 1:00 PM until the time of the services on Saturday. Rev. Kevin VanTine will officiate. Cremation rites will be accorded through Endsley-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Bartonville. Memorials can be made to TAPS. To watch Daniel’s DVD or to leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Phyllis A. Norton

Phyllis A. Norton, 88, of Canton, passed away at 8:17 pm, November 25, 2021 at the Richard Owens Hospice Home in Peoria. She was born on October 22, 1933 in Canton to Harry E. and Margaret (David) Lehman. Phyllis first married James Grubb and later married Roland Norton.

Surviving are two sisters; Dorris Howarter and Carmen Weber both of Canton, brother Donald Lehman of Fisher, two grandsons; Clinton Grubb and Aaron Grubb, nine great-grandchildren and several nieces, nephew, cousins and friends.
Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents, son Terry L. Grubb and brother David Lehman.
She worked at Love Inc. and various other jobs, last working at Walmart as a greeter for 15 years. Phyllis was a member of the Church of the Brethren, women's Moose Lodge, YWCA Board, B.P.W. of the YWCA, League of Democratic Women, drove cancer patients to Peoria, helped start well baby clinics in Canton, was 1967 cancer survivor, walked in the relay for life and was a former President of Maple Manor in Canton.
Cremation rites have been accorded and there will be graveside service at a later date. Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton are in charge of arrangements. Memorials can be made to the Church of the Brethren in Canton. To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Crystal Kay Keller

Crystal Kay Keller, 61, of Canton, passed away at 2:11 pm on November 24, 2021 in Canton. She was born on October 2, 1960 in Canton to Charlie and Joyce (Werry) Putman. They preceded her in death.

Surviving is one daughter Alaina (Rob Johnson) Keller of Pekin, brother Troy (Melanie) Putman of Canton, 2 nieces; Rachel (Cody) Jones and Carley (Trent Staggs) Putman, nephew Gabriel Putman, great-niece Elara Jones and great-nephew Berkeley Jones.
Crystal worked as a teacher at Canton School District #66 and last worked at Spoon River College in the GED program. She was a member at Trinity Lutheran Church in Canton and also secretary at Shields Chapel United Methodist Church in rural Canton. Crystal was an avid Chicago Cubs and Bears fan.
Services will be 11 am Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton where visitation will be from 5-7 pm on Monday the November 29, 2021. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery in Canton. Memorials can be made to either Trinity Lutheran Church or Shields Chapel United Methodist Church. To view Crystal's DVD or to leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

John R. Beebe

John R. Beebe, 83, of Canton, passed away Saturday, November 20, 2021, at Courtyard Estates in Canton. He was born on September 11, 1938, in Canton, to Russell and Francis (Neville) Beebe. They preceded him in death. He first married Sharon (Nimmo) on February 22, 1962. She preceded him in death on November 10, 1981. He later married Dianne (Morris) on September 2, 1983. She also preceded him in death on September 6, 2010. He is survived by two children, Hope (Keith) Cox and Kevin (Renee) Beebe, a twin sister, Joanne (the late Marvin) Schoaff of Kentucky, five grandchildren, Ashley (Chris) Myers, Tyler Beebe, Hannah Cox, Heather Cox and Nicole Beebe, two great grandchildren, T.J and Delainey, and two stepchildren, Patty (Steve) Kelley Mason and Tom Kelley. John grew up in Fairview and graduated from Valley High Senior High. He later graduated from DeVry University in Chicago. John retired from Caterpillar Mapleton plant in 1997 after 37 years of service. He is a Veteran of the United States Army. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Canton. He enjoyed working in his garage on carpentry projects and repairing small engines. He also enjoyed restoring classic trucks. A Funeral Services will be held on, Tuesday November 23, 2021, at 2:30 p.m., at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton . Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Burial will be held at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton. Memorials may be made to Muscular Dystrophy. To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Kimberly Jockish

Kimberly Kay Hilton Jockisch, 56, of Sunrise Beach, Missouri, Formerly of Cuba IL passed November 11 from complications of COVID.

She was preceded in death by her daughter Sara Shay and both parents Leonard and Rachel Hilton.
She leaves behind husband Carl of 36 (42) years counting youth, daughters Rachel Jockisch and three children Adarra, Kye and Sarai Virag-Jockisch of Shanon IL
Dr. Kalah Arnett of Metairie LA and two children Hadley and Rowan Arnett.
One son Blake Jockisch, who resides at home.
One sister Janet Southwood of Canton IL and two daughters Allison Claudin of Peoria IL and Chelsea Southwood of Chicago IL
Kimberly and her husband graduated from Bradley University and received their BSN. She worked the majority of her career for OSF medical center, Heart Care Midwest. She was also employed as a pharmaceutical rep for Merck and Co. towards the end of her professional career.
The family moved to Sunrise beach in 2012 where she functioned as an assistant youth leader for a local church.
Per her request there will be no wake or public funeral. She will be cremated and placed with her daughter Sara, (also pictured) for her final earthy resting place.
The family asks that instead of flowers, memorials be made The Women's Crisis Center in Canton IL or Camdenton MO.
Other charities include Bryant Christian Church in Bryant IL and Canopy Church in Camdenton MO.
I Thessalonians 4:13-14
Brothers and Sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope.
For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep.
Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton has been entrusted with arrangements.
To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Mary Ellen Freeman

Canton-Mary Ellen Freeman, 94, passed away on Friday, November 19, 2021 at Graham Hospital in Canton.

She was born on November 3, 1927 in Fiatt to Franklin and Margaret (Stuckey) Putman.
She married Eugene Freeman on September 6, 1946 in Canton. He preceded her in death on July 23, 2011.
Surviving are her children, Linda (Charles) Gebhardt of AZ, Rosemary (the late Tom) Mendenhall of Macomb, Mike (Muriel) Freeman of Canton, Gordon (Susan) Freeman of Canton, Maggie (Lucy Wooten) Freeman of Canton, fourteen grandchildren, Julie (Dave) Smith, Justin Gebhardt, Lori (Rod) Green, Angie (Steve) Baker, Chris Mendenhall, Tim Mendenhall, Jon (Amber) Mendenhall, Brent (Sarah) Freeman, Blair (Stephanie) Freeman, Brooke (Robert) Denniston, Jennifer (Matt) Kees, Matthew (Jaymie) Freeman, Amanda (Justin) Jochums, Jessica (Jason) Tremain, twenty eight great grandchildren, five great great grandchildren, one sister, Helen Reffett and sister in law, JoAnn Westover.
Also preceding her in death are several siblings, one granddaughter, Kimberly Mendenhall and one great great grandchild.
Mary Ellen worked as a telephone operator for Illinois Bell, retiring after 32 years of service.
She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Canton. She was also a member of the Farmington Moose, Pioneers of America and the Business and Professional Women's Club.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at 11 am, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton with a visitation held one hour prior at the funeral home.
Burial will follow at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church.
To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Will H. Fox

Lewistown- Will H. Fox, 82, of Lewistown passed away at 7:37 AM Sunday November 21, 2021 at Mason District Hospital in Havana.

He was born July 25, 1939 in Carlinville, IL; the son of James and Annabelle (Fishback) Fox. Will had been formerly married to Sharon Mann and Patrice Strantz. Surviving are one daughter, Rachel A. Fox of Lewistown, one granddaughter, Alexis L. Ramey of Lewistown, and Eric (Renee) Leezer of Lewistown whom Will considered a son. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, and five sisters.

Will worked as a horse farrier for several years. He then worked at Ameren- Cilco from 1978 until he retired in 1999. He served in the US Army from 1957-1960. Will attended the former Lewistown Assembly of God Church and the Waterford Union Church. He was also a member of the American Racing Pigeon Union for over 30 years. He was a believer and follower of Jesus Christ and a true brother to all, always willing to lend a hand and word of comfort to everyone.

Funeral services will be held at 12 noon Friday at the Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown with Pastor Becky Black officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery at Lewistown. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the memorial home. To view Will’s life tribute video or to send online condolences visit henrylange.com.

Marcia A. Miller

Lewistown- Marcia A. Miller, 89, of Lewistown, passed away Thursday November 18, 2021 at Red Oak Estates in Canton.

She was born December 29, 1931 at Marietta, the daughter of Clarence and Cecelia (Oliver) Smith. She married Dale E. Sheets on July 3, 1949 at Marietta. He died December 23, 1973. She later married Owen Miller on February 26, 1975 at Palmyra, MO. He survives with four children, Michael (Tricia) Sheets of Morton, Karen (Jeff Fricke) Schainker of Petersburg, Kathy (Tom) Settles of Canton, and Patrick (Christinane) Sheets of St. David, ten grandchildren, six great grandchildren, and two great grandchildren on the way. She was preceded in death by her parents, one grandchild, and two brothers.

Marcia worked 20 years at the former Farmers State Bank in Lewistown. She was a 70 year member of the Illinois Street Christian Church in Lewistown, and a member of the Lewistown Professional Women’s Club. She had also served on the board of the Spoon River Towers in Lewistown. Marcia loved her farm, and enjoyed gardening, canning vegetables, and was an accomplished seamstress.

A graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM Monday November 22, 2021 at Oak Hill Cemetery with Pastor Brant Reed officiating. There will be no visitation. Memorial contributions may be made to Lewistown Fire and Rescue or the Illinois Street Christian Church. Condolences may be made at henrylange.com

Keith A. Sours

Canton, IL-Keith A. Sours, 61, passed away on Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at 8:16 pm, at Sunset Manor in Canton.

He was born on January 11, 1960 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Gene and Lois (Klein) Sours. They preceded him in death along with one sister, Janet Westerhouse and one niece.
Surviving are two brothers, Terry Sours of Lewistown, IL, Mike Sours of Plevna, KS, three sisters, Debbie Griffin of Plevna, KS, Diane Scott of Salt Lake City, Utah, Lisa Wheeler of Canton, IL and he was a beloved uncle to many nieces and nephews.
Keith worked for the Tug barges in Havana, the Beardstown Meat Packing Plant and the Daily Ledger. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Cremation rites have been accorded through the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton, IL. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Please subscribe to his obituary on the funeral home website to receive updates.
Memorials may be made to his sister Lisa.
To leave online condolences please visit www.oakhinesfuneralhome.com.

James "Jim" R. Sluga

James "Jim" R. Sluga 87, of Yates City, passed away 2:57 p.m., on Tuesday, November 16, 2021, at Renaissance Care Center in Canton. Jim was born July 26, 1934, to Hilar William "Bill" and Ida (Elbert) Sluga in Peoria. He married Norma Spencer on July 30, 1955, in Metamora. She preceded him in death on December 31, 2012.

Jim is survived by two children, Jim D. (Melody) Sluga of Elmwood and Kim (Steve) Frakes of Missouri; two grandchildren, Doug Sluga and Christina Frakes; three great-grandchildren, Ella, Ava, and Sophia Shay; and two brothers, Harland (Irene) Sluga and Myron (Delores) Sluga.
Jim is also preceded in death by his parents; and two granddaughters, Melissa Frakes and Amanda Sluga Shay.
Jim worked as a Storage Controller at Caterpillar where he retired from on July 1, 1983. He was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Elmwood.
A visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 20, 2021, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Elmwood. Burial will follow on Monday, November 22, 2021, at Yates City Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to B.Y.E. Ambulance.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

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

Horace Theodore (Ted) Strode

Horace Theodore (Ted) Strode passed away peacefully at 1:30 AM on November 16, 2021 in his beloved Canton, Illinois. He was born January 19, 1932 in Canton to Oral G and Marguerite Herring Strode and was welcomed by his brother Dick L Strode, who was two. In 1954, he married the love of his life Martha Coultas at Shields Chapel. He is survived by Martha and daughters and their spouses Gayle Strode Blodgett and Doug of rural Cuba and Megan Strode Taylor and Jeff of Peoria.

Other survivors include his dearly loved grandchildren and their families Carolyn Blodgett and Jolena Trone; Caleb, Catherine and Griffin Blodgett; Case, Brynna and Siena Blodgett; Julian, Alaina and Lillian Taylor; Sydney Taylor Dole, Ryan Porter and his namesake Teddy; and his chosen grandson Josh Knowles. He is also survived by his brother-in-law Bill Coultas and wife Jane, his sister-in-law Nancy Reinertson, many nieces and nephews who enriched his life, and friends who became family, Cherrill and Marshall Morgan.

Ted was a proud Army veteran, serving at Fort Sill Oklahoma. He attended Western Illinois University, earning bachelor’s and master’s degrees. A sports enthusiast, he enjoyed participating as a player, coach and spectator in a wide range of activities including jumping rope, track, baseball, basketball, golf, pickleball, and riding a stationary bike at the YMCA. He played second base for Canton High School and was inducted into the Canton Sports Hall of Fame with his team.
Ted was a Die-Hard Cubs Fan and with Martha, frequently attended Spring Training as well as multiple Cubs games each year; he attended 32 Cubs Conventions and was a member of the Peoria Cubs Boosters. One highlight of his life was attending Randy Hundley’s Fantasy Camp where he had a hit off Hoyt Wilhelm and fouled off a pitch from Fergie Jenkins. He currently has his name on a paving brick outside Wrigley Field.

Ted was a school teacher and principal who was always proud of Lincoln and Eastview schools where he was the opening principal. He was well known for his love of Canton as evidenced by his attendance and support of community groups and activities. He participated in numerous civic groups including the Friendship Festival Board as president, Fulton County Tourism Council, United Way as director, Canton American Legion, Masonic Lodge, YMCA and Wee-Ma-Tuk Country Club. He also served on the Fulton County Board and Spoon River Foundation Golf Outing Committee and was active as a volunteer for the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life and the American Heart Association's Jump for Heart. He and his wife, Martha, were honored to be chosen as the Festival Parade Marshals in 2016.

Ted was a lifelong member of Shields Chapel United Methodist Church where he served as a teacher, board member, class officer, mission team member, softball player, and coach. He loved God, church and church family, and often invited others to attend. He will be sorely missed by his family, friends, church and community.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton on Sunday, November 21, 2021 with burial and military honors conducted by the United States Army and Canton VFW Post #1984, following at Shields Chapel Cemetery. Rev. Andy Hoskins will officiate. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Saturday, November 20, 2021 at the funeral home. Memorials may be made in Ted’s honor to Shields Chapel Church. To watch Ted’s DVD or to leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Beverly M. Utsinger

Canton- Beverly M. Utsinger, 84, of Canton, passed away at 5:33 PM on Sunday, November 14, 2021 at Graham Hospital in Canton. She was born on September 13, 1937 in Canton, a daughter of Dale and Arlene (Deakin) Paull. She married Larry Utsinger on November 3, 1956 in Canton. He preceded her in death.

Also preceding her in death is her parents, one daughter, Lori Ann Utsinger.

Surviving is one son, Dustin (Taylor Ayers) Utsinger of Fort Mohave, Arizona; two grandchildren, Landon and Olive Utsinger; one brother, John W. “Bill” Paull of Canton; and one sister, Barb (Billy) Williams of Fairview.

She worked and retired after 20 plus years from Hy-Vee Food Store in Canton, and was a past-member of the Fairview Reformed Church in Fairview.

Private graveside services and burial will be held in Fairview Cemetery on Saturday, November 20, 2021. Rev. Jeff Lampen will officiate. Memorials can made to her family to help with the funeral expenses. To leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Jerry Gale Helm, Jr.

Canton- Jerry Gale Helm Jr., 57, of Canton, formerly of Evansville, Indiana, passed away at 7:20 PM on Saturday, November 13, 2021 at his residence. He was born on August 1, 1964 in Pittsfield, a son of Jerry Gale and Grace (Campbell) Helm Sr. He married Connie Perry; she survives.

Also surviving is his mother Grace of Canton; three children, Heather (CJ) Hahnebohm of Pittsfield; Rebecca (James) Woith of Lafayette, IL; Jerry (Lexi Smallwood) Helm III of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; six grandchildren, Hayley, Tesla, Brayden, Conner, Lyle, and Lucielle; three sisters, Kimberly (Eric) Hughes of Minonk, Shirley (Jeff) Sharp of Effingham, and Mae (Wesley) Fitch of Canton.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Jerry graduated from Canton High School in 1982, and later graduated from the Quincy Area Vocational Center, he worked several years as a welder and in maintenance in the Indiana area. He was an avid fisherman, and hunter, but most of all he loved spending his time with his beloved dog, Jacks.

Per Jerry’s wishes, there will be no services, cremation rites will be accorded through Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton. Burial of ashes will be held at a later date in Green Pond Cemetery in Pearl, Illinois. Memorials can be made to his children to help pay for the burial expenses. To leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Richard L. Scott

Richard L. Scott, 76, of Smithfield passed away at 1:54 pm, Thursday, November 11, 2021 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy. He was born on July 5, 1945 in Cincinnati, OH to Arvil H. and Cloia (Moore) Scott. Richard married Cindy Kinnamon on July 5, 1983 in Peoria. She survives along with three children; Mark, Brian and Kimberly, step-son Chad, two brothers; Dana and Tim and two sisters; Geraldine and Elaine and several grand and great-grandchildren.

Richard was a self-employed machine service and repair technician.
Richard is irreplaceable. He had a sense of humor with a quick wit and was always playing tricks on people and animals. We always joked about his mother-in-law's big toes being so long. He had Connor Shoes in Canton cut a hole in a pair of slip ons where the big toe came out and attach a bag shaped piece of material to accommodate the big toes. He then gave the shoes to her for Christmas. She still has them. He would hide in the shower and call our dogs. They would run right by him time and again until they caught his scent. He was so much fun.
He was such a loving, patient, thoughtful, honest and kind person. He would always help people especially family. On Fridays he would have a fresh brewed cup of coffee waiting for Cindy after work and they would sit at the kitchen table and talk over coffee.
He was a talented, awesome artist and had many paintings some of which he gave to people he cared about. He could make a picture out of just some random scribbles that someone wrote on a piece of paper. Norman Rockwell critiqued his artwork once when Richard was a young man, gave him pointers and encouraged him to continue.
He loved animals and fed the wildlife at his home. He donated pet food to Fulton County Humane Society/Animal Shelter. Rich and Cindy had several dogs and cats over the years.
He could fix anything and if it could not be fixed it was really broke! One time Rich and Cindy took an old jeep on a short trip to visit relatives and the top of the radiator came loose. He took a screwdriver and a hammer and bent the seam back together, filled the radiator with water he borrowed from a nearby homeowner and drove on to Peoria.
He worked in a Good Year auto shop in Los Angeles, California where he and his first wife moved to from Ohio. He loved to tell how Lee Marvin almost ran over him at a crosswalk with a convertible in LA. Marvin just grinned at him. He met other famous actors and sport figures who requested him to work on their vehicles. He became friends with many law officers there and in Cincinnati through his work as a mechanic. Of course being a mechanic he owned several powered up cars and sleeper cars that he would race in the streets. The law officers he knew wanted to know what he had under the hood and they would challenge him to a friendly race with patrol cars. No repercussions of course!
While in LA he became involved in martial arts and that is how he first met Chuck Norris. He had nothing but high praise for Mr. Norris. Rich continued his martial arts and weight lifting for a few years.
Cremation rites have been accorded and there will be no services. Memorials can be made to the Humane society of Fulton County. To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Randy Lybarger

Canton – Randy Lybarger, 65, of Canton, passed away at 7:53 AM on Friday, November 12, 2021 at Graham Hospital in Canton, IL. He was born on January 7, 1956 in Canton, IL to Ellsworth “Jack” and Dorothy (Eldridge) Lybarger. He married his best friend, Brenda Olden on March 28, 1975 in Kewanee, IL. She survives.

Also surviving are two children, Melissa (Justin Meacham) Dean of Canton and Matt (Angel) Lybarger of Pekin; three grandchildren, Avery Dean, Jenna Dean, and Jamie Ryerson; two brothers, Bill (Kathy) Lybarger and Jack (Marilou) Lybarger; and one sister, Carol (Larry) Parker.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Randy worked as a machinist for many years. He was a member of the First Christian Church in Canton. He loved spending time with his family, grandkids, and fishing. Randy was also an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan.

A visitation will be held from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. A memorial service will be held following visitation at 4:00 PM. Danny Lybarger will officiate. Cremation rites will be accorded before services with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Rock Steady Boxing or Knox College Baseball. To view Randy’s DVD or to make online condolences you may visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Amanda Oldfield

Farmington- Amanda Oldfield, 46, of Farmington, passed away at 1:11 PM on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at her residence. She was born on January 11, 1975, in Canton, a daughter of James and Donita (McAdams) Maccanelli. She married Rob Oldfield on May 21, 2011 in Middlegrove. He survives.

Also surviving is her mother, Donita of Farmington; two children Brandon Moore of Farmington and Samantha (Jordan) Folsom of Hartsburg; one grandson Braxton; two sisters Becky (Josh) Guy of Alabama and Cassy (Duke) Anderson of Farmington; several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father, and a son, Jonathan Moore.

Amanda was a member of Farmington Moose Lodge #1571.

Per Amanda’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded through Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Farmington. Graveside services and burial of the ashes will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, November 20, 2021 at Brunswick Cemetery in rural Trivoli. Rev. David Swain will officiate. Memorials can be made to an education fund for her grandson-Braxton. To leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Barbara Ann Pavley

Barbara Ann Pavley, 83, of Canton, passed away, Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at Graham Hospital in Canton.

She was born on January 16, 1938, in Ochiltree Texas, to Konrad and Maida (Halliburton) Bremmer. They preceded her in death.
She married Robert Pavley on August 3, 1957, in Perryton Texas. He preceded her in death on June 22, 2021.
She is survived by three children, Cathy Pavley of Canton, Rob (Jill) Pavley of Morton and Tricia (Bill) Nagle of Canton, three grandchildren, Josh (Shauna Phillips) Pavley, Liz (Dan Monroe) Pavley, and Ashleigh (Quinton) Pirtle; and 4 great grandchildren: Sadie, Willow, Bailey, and Scout.
Barb taught at St. Mary's Catholic School and later worked in the cafeteria for Canton School District. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Canton; She was a homemaker, and a special part of her life was raising her family. She was a previous Campfire Leader and coached softball for St. Mary's. Barb also enjoyed cooking, crafts and sewing.
A visitation will be held on Monday, November 15, 2021, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. A funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, November 16, 2021, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Canton. Burial will follow at St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery in Canton.
Memorials may be made to St. Mary's Food Pantry or to Habitat for Humanity. Barb's family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Kenneth Krock and the staff at Graham Hospital for the special care they gave.
To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Peg J. Davis

Peggy Jo "Peg" Davis, age 71, passed away at 11:35 pm on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at her home in Rushville, Illinois. She was born on April 12, 1950 in Rushville, the daughter of Harry and June (Danner) Dutton. On May 1, 1970, Peg married Mike Davis in Astoria, Illinois. He survives.

Also surviving are her two sons, Brant Davis of Rushville and Matt (and Adrienne) Davis of Browning, Illinois, her daughter Amy (and Dan) Shaw of Rushville, six grandchildren; Austin Davis, Braden Davis, Kayde Shaw, Brenna Davis, Kaylee Shaw and Cooper Davis, her brother Jim (and Robin) Dutton of Stuart, Florida and her sister Becky (and Greg) Lundeen of Vermont, Illinois.

Peg was preceded in death by her parents.

She was a homemaker. She also worked at Astoria Fiber Steel, Stevens Publishing, both in Astoria, was a CNA at the McDonough District Hospital in Macomb, Illinois, and was a special education aid for Rushville-Industry Schools in Rushville.

Peg helped out at Davis Flower Shop in Astoria. She enjoyed gardening, watching Hallmark movies, baking, especially her famous sugar cookies, and watching her children's and grandchildren's school activities.

She loved and spoiled her cat, Annie.

Services for Peg will be held on Sunday, November 14 at 1:00 p.m. at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Pastor Jason Triplett will officiate. Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 13th from 5-7 pm at the funeral home. Memorials in Peg's memory may be made to the Schuyler County Humane Society or to her family in care of the Marine Bank, Rushville, Illinois. Interment will be private in the Astoria Cemetery.

Dean Ray Robinson

Dean Ray Robinson, 60, of Ipava passed away on October 26th, 2021. Dean was born on September 16th, 1961 in Rushville, Illinois to father Howard Wendall Robinson and mother Ernestine Bulmer Robinson.

Dean graduated from VIT in Ipava with his siblings Wendell (Tina) Robinson, Dale (Lisa) Robinson, Lonnie (Lisa) Robinson and Kathy (Sterling) (Robinson) Chavis. Dean moved West, starting his career in mining and raising hell. Dean is survived by his two daughters Tasha (Ryan) Anne (Zimmerman) Miller and Stephanie Jae Robinson and son Dalton Ray Robinson.

Dean enjoyed sharing old mining stories of him and his work buddies that he made throughout the 40+ years in the industry.He was a big fan of collecting mining stickers and making prank phone calls. His granddaughter Alicia Rae Miller (Itty Bitty) brought him great joy and happiness along with his nieces and nephew: Nickie, Randie, Dani, Josh, Shannon, Cody, Taylor, and Riley. In his later years of life he enjoyed cheering for the New York Jets, driving across the country in his Dodge pickup and visiting his family and friends. Dean is welcomed into Heaven by his father Howard and mother Ernie. We find joy in that he is finally at peace and no longer suffering.

Randol A. Probyn

Canton - Randol Allen Probyn, 69, of Monticello, IN, formerly of Canton, passed away at 8:54 a.m., Sunday, October 3, 2021, at Sunset Manor Nursing Home in Canton. He was born on July 20, 1952, in Canton to George C. and Flora Jean (Cook) Probyn. He married Gail Bivens on July 20, 1983, in Lewistown. She preceded him in death on September 27, 2017. Also preceding him in death were his parents, infant brother Charles R. Probyn and two sisters, Judith A. Largent-Jett and Janis K. Hipple.

Surviving are his brother Jeffery L. (Shelley) Probyn of Canton, a special great-niece Taylor Wright of Urbana, OH, special friends Connie Cosgray and Denise Caldwell both of Monticello, IN, step-daughter Lisa Gonterman of Canton and numerous nieces and nephews.

Randy worked at Peters Revington in Delphi, IN until its closure and then worked as a janitor at Twin Lakes School in Monticello, IN. He was an avid NASCAR fan, with Chase Elliott being his favorite driver. Randy was also a veteran, serving in the Army Reserves in Canton.

Cremation rites have been accorded and a burial of ashes will take place at a later date in White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton. Memorials can be made to the St. Jude Children's Hospital. Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton are in charge of arrangements. To leave online condolences please visit www.oakhinesfuneralhome.com.

Connie J. Rogers

Connie J. Rogers, 68, of Canton, Passed away, Monday, November 8, 2021, at Graham Hospital in Canton.

She was born on December 11, 1952, in Canton, to Russell Robbins and Betty Joanne (Myers).
She is survived by two daughters, Amy Rogers and Kim Rogers, one granddaughter, Ella Brashers, two brothers, Rusty Robbins, and John (Lori Krulac) Robbins, and her best friend for over 60 years, Ruth (Roger) Mann.
She is preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Steve and Buddy Thomas, one sister, Diane Burhans,
Connie better known as the "Chubb's Lady" worked at Chubb's Liquor Store for over 25 years retiring in 2018. She enjoyed crocheting and crafting especially redoing furniture. She loved everything about Christmas. She loved to go shopping and out to lunch to Red Lobster with her niece, Michelle. Most of all Connie enjoyed cooking, baking, and spending time with her granddaughter Ella.
Cremation rites will be accorded. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 13, 2021, at Brew N' Cue in Canton from 1p.m. until 4 p.m.
Memorials may be made to a college fund for her granddaughter, Ella.
To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com