Harry Decker

Harry Decker, 85, of Lewistown, passed away on Friday, May 26, 2023 at his residence.

He was born on July 31, 1937 in Centralia, IL, to Ralph and Bessie Ann (Owen) Decker.

He married Nancy Decker on August 18, 1964 in Canton. She preceded him in death on February 7, 2023.

Surviving are his children, Joy Harris of Beardstown; Robin (Ernie) Warfield of Canton, Donna Howerter of Astoria; Ted (Sabrina) Decker of Avondale, Arizona; Steven Decker of Canton; Kevin (Billie) Decker of Bryant; Tina (Robin) Henderson of Lewistown; Roger (Jane) Edwards of Lewistown; 22 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one daughter, Beverly Brazel, one son, John Decker, six brothers, Ralph, Fred, Charles, Martin, Jay and Marshall and one sister, Martha Morse.

Harry served in the U.S. Army and later retired as a diesel mechanic from Centre State International in Peoria.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton from 5-7 pm. Cremation rites will follow visitation.

A graveside burial of the ashes will be held at Apple Cemetery, on Saturday, July 15, 2023, at 10 am with a celebration of his life will be held at the Lewistown VFW at 11 am.

Burial of his and Nancy’s ashes will be held at Apple Cemetery at a later date.

Memorials may be made to the family to aid with expenses.

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

Garalde E. “Gary” Shellcrosslee

Garalde E. “Gary” Shellcrosslee, 85, of Canton, passed away on Friday, May 26, 2023 at Graham Hospital in Canton.

He was born on September 21, 1937 to Harry and Hazel (Cattron) Shellcrosslee.

He married Darlene Hartline in 1958. She survives.

Also surviving is his son Gary (Colleen) Shellcrosslee of Fort Worth Texas, two grandchildren Joseph “J.C.” Shellcrosslee of Fort Worth Texas and Lindsey (Anthony) Francisco of Palm Bay, Florida. His parents and a twin brother and sister, John and Mary Jane preceded him in death.

Gary was raised in Fairview and graduated from Valley High School in Fairview in 1955. He served in the U.S. Army from 1955-1961. Gary was a member of the Fairview American Legion and Fairview Reformed Church. He worked for Canton Autobody and then Freeman Coal Company in Banner, Buckheart and Industry mines. Later he worked in the Engineering Office in Canton retiring in 1991 with 30 years of service.

Gary was a man who could fix anything and who would help anyone. He loved antiques, vintage cars and attending car shows and auctions.

Cremation rites have been accorded and a visitation will be held on Friday, June 2, 2023, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton from 10 am until noon. A graveside service with a burial of ashes will follow at the White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton.

Memorials may be made to St Jude Children’s Hospital.

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

Jessica Ann Rogers-Higgins

Jessica Ann Rogers-Higgins, 41, of Canton, passed away at home, Tuesday, May 23, 2023. She was born on May 9, 2982 to Johnny and Valerie (McNaught) Rogers.

She married William “Will” Higgins on July 26, 2019 in Canton.

Surviving are her parents of Ipava, husband Will, one son Elijah John Rogers of Ipava, one sister, Jennifer (Romaine) Rogers-Boizumault of Brussels Belgium, one nephew, Bastien Boizumault, of Brussels, Belgium, grandmother, Rose Rogers of LaClaire, IA and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Jess graduated from Astoria High School in 2001. She loved being in her yard with her plants and figurines. She would decorate her yard for every holiday and made it quite festive. Her greatest passion and love were her cats, all eight of them.

Her pride and joy was her son, Elijah. She was so very proud of him and bragged to all of her friends. She had the pleasure of watching him graduate from, VIT High School this spring with honors.

Jessica survived Leukemia twice but side effects caused her epilepsy to lead to her death.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, June 1, 2023, at 2 pm, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton with a visitation one hour prior at the funeral home.

Cremation rites have been accorded. Memorials may be made to St Jude Children’s Hospital or Fulton County Humane Society.

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

William E. Bucco

William E. Bucco, 77, of Canton, passed away at 2:33 PM on Thursday, May 25, 2023 at the Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria. He was born on January 25, 1946, a son of Ernesto and Mary (Monte) Bucco. He married Joy Randle on September 1, 1973. She survives.

Also surviving William are his children; Dennis (Katy) Bucco of Banner and Steve (Christine) Bucco of Trivoli; six grandchildren, Brittani Bucco, Tyler (Kayla) Bucco, Andrew “Andy Bill” Bucco, Luke Bucco, Austin Fitch, and Jacob Anderson; and four great-grandchildren, Lane Carroll, Sloanne Bucco, Archer Fitch, and AJ Fitch.

Preceding him in death were both his parents; and his sister, Browlyn Martinez.

William was a veteran of the United States Marines; serving for two years in the Vietnam War. After returning home, he worked for Cilco for 33 years before retiring. He then worked as a Ground’s Keeper for Butler Haynes Park in Mapleton. William was a member of the River Valley Antique Association, and he enjoyed attending tractor shows and races. He loved to farm, spend time with his grandkids, and to travel with Joy.

As per his wishes, there will be no services. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes and Crematory. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society of Illinois. To leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Ruth I. O'Bryant

Ruth I. O’Bryant, 73, of Lewistown, passed away at 3:10 AM on Thursday, May 25, 2023, in Canton, IL. She was born on August 4, 1949, a daughter of Frank and Shirley (Pierson) Kelley. She married Alan O’Bryant on June 10, 1967 in Havana, IL. He preceded her in death.

Also, preceding Ruth in death were both of her parents; one son, Curtis O’Bryant; and her sister, Ronda Kelley.

Surviving are three children, Lisa (Tim) Atchley, Trisha (Tony) Woods, and Wesley (Amanda) O’Bryant; a nephew who was more like a son, Trever (Kelli) Kelley; eight grandchildren, Curtis (Elliyah) Atchley, Conner (Madisyn Duckwiler) Atchley, Colin (Shekinah) Atchley, Jacob (Morgan) Woods, MyKayla (Logan) Garner, Abby Woods, Mya O’Bryant, and Laython O’Bryant; and three great-grandchildren, Tenley Woods, Hadley Woods, and Lawson Woods.

Ruth loved to crotchet and do crossword puzzles. She also helped her late husband, Alan, with the Lewistown Dairy Queen that they owned.

Graveside services will be held at 11:30 AM on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton, IL. Pastor Curtis Atchley will officiate. To leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Iona M. Wise

Iona M. Wise, age 90 of Macomb, IL, formerly of Astoria, passed away at 2:30 am on Sunday, May 28, 2023 at The Elms in Macomb. She was born on October 27, 1932 in Rushville, IL, the daughter of George G. and Flossie F. (Ogden) Wise.

She is survived by her nieces and nephews, Marsha Colletta of Oakland, OR, Ed (and Kathryn) Wise of Worland, WY, Dan (and Robin) Wise of Bolingbrook, IL, Kristen (and Brad) Bettencourt of Arnold, MD and Carrie Wise of Astoria, IL and numerous great nieces and nephews.

Iona was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, George H. Wise, Gilbert Wise and Ronald Wise and her special friend Jim Curless.

She was an Astoria High School graduate and a graduate of Quincy Beauty Academy. She was the owner and operator of Iona’s Cut and Curl in Astoria for many years.

Iona was a member of the Astoria United Methodist Church and the Pythian Sisters. She enjoyed duck hunting with Jim and even had matching shotguns. She also was an official member of the “Golden Girls” of Astoria.

Services will be held on Tuesday, May 30th at 11:00 am at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Pastor Bob Greene will officiate. Visitation will take place one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in the Woodland Cemetery in Astoria. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Iona’s memory may be made to The Elms in Macomb.

Bertha A. Bucy

Bertha A. Bucy, age 93 of Macomb, IL, formerly of Vermont, passed away at 12:56 am on Saturday, May 27th at Wesley Village in Macomb. She was born on March 5, 1930 in Havana, IL the daughter of Boyd and Minnie (Knuppel) Bucy. On November 18, 1950, Bertha married Eldon Bucy at Camp Stewart, GA. He survives.

Also surviving are her children, Jim (Judy) Bucy of Springfield, IL, Diana (Jim) Martin of Matthews, NC and Mike (Barbara) Bucy of South Jacksonville, IL, six grandchildren; Katie (Jeff) Stewart, Allie (Drew) Vining, Mary (Dan) Clarin, Matt (Nicole) Martin, Heather (Conor) Griffin and Craig (Kary) Bucy, eleven great-grandchildren; Brianna, Fiona, Leah, Louisa, Oliver, Anderson, Lucy, Henry, Charlie, Jackson and Maddie, and her sister Carol Pace of Vermont, IL.

Bertha was preceded in death by her grandson Ben (surviving wife Kate) Martin, her brother Ernest Bucy and her parents.

She first worked at the Astoria Fibra-Steel plant in Astoria, IL. At age 55, Bertha received her LPN license and worked at Wesley Village in Macomb. She later received the Illinois Senior Outstanding Nurse Award. Bertha also was a Pampered Chef saleswoman.

Bertha was a long time member of the Vermont United Methodist Church and the Vermont American Legion Post Auxiliary.

She was an avid gardener, loved to cook and bake, especially baking wedding cakes for many couples in the area. She loved her grandchildren’s trips to the farm and all the activities they participated in.

Services will be held on Thursday, June 1st, 2023 at 12 Noon at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Pastor Bob Greene will officiate. Visitation will take place one hour prior to the services. Interment will be in the Vermont Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Bertha’s memory may be made to the Vermont American Legion Auxiliary

Anita C. Peters

Anita C. Peters, 86, of Lewistown, formerly of Oakford, passed away at Renaissance Care Center, in Canton, at 12:15 a.m., on Saturday, May 27, 2023. She was born January 7, 1937, in Oakford, Illinois, to Emerson and Dessie L. (Blakeley Anderson) Moss. She married Robert Peters on May 29, 1955, at the Oakford Methodist Church. He survives.

Mrs. Peters is survived by her husband, Robert, of Lewistown; seven children: Kathryn (Jason) Baker, of Lewistown, Robert Dean (Debbie) Peters, of Petersburg, Angela Neteler, of Havana, Carol Jean Sisson, of Kilbourne, Evelyn (Bill) West, of Lewistown, Nancy Fields, of Arlington, Texas, and Melissa (Brian) Thompson, of Lewistown; sixteen grandchildren; twenty-five great-grandchildren, three step-great-grandchildren, one great-great-granddaughter, one step-great-great-grandson; as well as Roy Lee Peters, a nephew, whom she raised. Also surviving are three siblings: Ronald E. Moss, of Greenview, Richard D. Moss, of Petersburg and Karen Sue Short, of Oakford. She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, Jane Ann Moss and one grandson, Shane Brandon Neteler.

Mrs. Peters was a member of Lewistown United Methodist Church, where she had been a member of the United Methodist Women’s Group and had served as a District Officer. She was a 4-H Leader and Girl Scout Leader. She was a member of the Lewistown Legion Auxiliary and Saddle Club. She worked for Pillsbury, in Springfield, Lounsberry Gardens, as a bookkeeper for Severns Insurance and as a nurses aide at Prairie View Care Center. She had also worked for Wareco in Jacksonville.

Visitation will be held at Hurley Funeral Home, in Havana, on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held at Lewistown United Methodist Church at 11:00 a.m., on Thursday, June 1, 2023. Burial will follow the services at Oak Hill Cemetery in Lewistown. Rev. Shane Smith will officiate.

Memorial contributions may be made to her church. Online memorial messages may be left for the family at www.hurleyfh.com.

Hurley Funeral Home in Havana is in charge of arrangements.

Elizabeth Mae Hagney

Elizabeth Mae Hagney, 92, of Havana passed away at 10:45 a.m. on Monday, May 22, 2023 at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield. She was born on September 17, 1930 in Greenview, Illinois to James and Octavia (Canada) Squires. She married Floyd Hagney on December 5, 1981 in Havana and he preceded her in death on May 11, 2021.

Mae is survived by her children, Steve (Cindy) Bonnett of Pilaski, Tennessee, Rick (Leann) Bonnett of Havana, Melody (Brad) Lynn of Easton, and Gary (John Szafirowski) Hagney of San Diego, California; 6 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren and 1 great great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son, David, sister Helen Sommers, and baby brother, John Robert Squires.
Mae loved her flowers in the spring, loved cooking for her family and especially loved all her grandchildren. She was so proud of them. She was a longtime member of the 1st United Methodist Church of Havana and served in several committees over the years.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the 1st United Methodist Church in Havana, with a visitation one hour prior to the service from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Rev. Carol Stufflebeam will officiate. Burial will be held at Laurel Hill Cemetery in Havana at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made in Mae’s name to the 1st United Methodist Church in Havana. Online condolences can be left for her family at www.hurleyfh.com.
Hurley Funeral Home in Havana is in charge of arrangements.

JoAnn (Ritchey) Favorita

JoAnn (Ritchey) Favorita, 91, formerly of Canton, passed away at 8:30 PM on Sunday, May 21, 2023 at Snyder Village in Metamora. She was born on January 31, 1932, a daughter of Harry and Helen (Brooks) Lane. She married William “Bill” S. Ritchey in 1953 in Canton. He preceded her in death in 2013. She later married John Favorita of Peoria; he survives.

She is also survived by her children, Blair S. Ritchey of Canton and Amy Jo (Gail Louis) McGinnis of East Peoria; and one grandchild, Trevor Patrick McGinnis, also of East Peoria.

JoAnn received her bachelor’s degree from Missouri Central State University, where she was a member of Tri Sigma Sorority. She worked as a 2nd Grade School Teacher for Central Grade School in Canton, and later as a travel agent for over 20 years in the Peoria area. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Canton, and of the P. O. E. BZ Canton Chapter. JoAnn was also a member of the Altruistic Club, and was Campfire Girls Leader in the Canton area. She was always volunteering at her Church and gave her time and help to anyone who needed it. She was an avid lover of animals, enjoyed traveling the world, and spent every moment she could with her grandson, who she thought the world of.

A memorial service for JoAnn will be held at 11:00 AM at Sedgwick Funeral Homes and Crematory in Canton on Friday, June 2, 2023, where a memorial visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until the time of services. Burial will follow the services at Greenwood Cemetery, also in Canton. Cremation rites will be accorded. Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Canton, or to “TAPS,” Tazewell Animal Protective Society, a No- Kill animal shelter located in Pekin. To leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Sara L. Malmberg

Sara L. (Sally) Malmberg, 85, of Brimfield passed away Sunday, May 21, 2023, at OSF Hospital in Peoria. Born January 5, 1938, to Doris E. (Cox) and Wm. Franklin George in Peoria, she lived her entire life in Central Illinois.

Sally is survived by her daughter Lauren, of Elmwood, her son Scott (Janice), of Elmwood, her grandson Dane (Kendall) and great granddaughter Karsyn, of Mapleton. She is further survived by her brother James (Janice) George of Mapleton, her sister Mary Ellen John, of Columbia, Missouri, and her brother, Paul (Sherry) George of Florida. She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Tom, and her parents.

Sally graduated Elmwood High School and attended Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois, where she studied accounting and met Thomas (Tom) Malmberg. They married in 1958 in Hanna City. Sally and Tom made their home in western Peoria County for the next 62 years and both worked for Caterpillar Tractor Co.

Sally worked at Caterpillar for more than 50 years, beginning as secretary in 1958. During her career, she was administrative assistant to several Executive Vice Presidents, Presidents, and ultimately Chairmen of Caterpillar. She served Donald Fites in his tenure as CEO and considered Caterpillar her work “family”. She was Caterpillar’s biggest champion and a devoted employee.

Sally was a talented and creative seamstress; she also loved knitting and embroidery. She made dozens of special gifts for family and friends and made many of her own clothes. Sally also loved animals, particularly horses, and participated in the family’s horse and cattle operations. She was a supportive “horse show mom” for her daughter and a constant (and vocal) presence at her son’s and grandson’s ball games. She was a devoted caretaker to her mother and grandmother in their declining years.

Sally was known for her strength, loyalty, commitment, and dedication. She held herself and others to a high standard, but was unconditional in her love, support, and encouragement for those in her life. She was fiercely protective of her family, yet her house was always open to friends and extended family. Several of her children’s friends considered her their “second mom”. She had a soft heart and took care of everyone in her orbit. She was also tremendous fun. Sally was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Her steady strength, unconditional love, and uplifting encouragement will be sorely missed. She was the best mom ever.

Cremation will be accorded. A celebration of life will be held later honoring Sally and Tom. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Heart of Illinois Down Syndrome Association – https://hoidsa.org/. To leave online condolences, please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com.

Rita M. Jones

Rita M. Jones, 92, of Astoria, IL, passed away at 8:25 pm on Sunday, May 21, 2023 at The Elms in Macomb, IL. She was born on Wednesday, July 30, 1930 in Schuyler County, IL, the daughter of Louis and Lettie (Long) Ralston. Rita married Robert Jones on May 23, 1948 in Ripley, IL. Robert preceded Rita in death on June 17, 1992.

Also preceding her in death is her son, Bill Jones, one granddaughter, one great-granddaughter, 2 brothers, LaVerne and Victor Ralston, and one sister, Rosalie Holtkamp.

She is survived by three daughters, Kathy (and Bill) Pollitt and Donna (and Steve) Hamblin, of Astoria, and Rhonda (and Chuck) Sosey of Lewistown, IL, two sons, Danny Jones and Larry Jones, of Astoria, one daughter-in-law, Dee Jones of Astoria, twenty grandchildren, forty-six great-grandchildren and nine great-great-grandchildren.

Rita was a farmwife, housewife and grandmother to all.

She was member of the Bader Christian Church and the Astoria HEA. Rita enjoyed gardening, baby-sitting, animals, especially chickens and her dawsons, traveling and spending time with her family. Rita loved to cook. She cooked countless meals for her family and her fried chicken was one of her many specialties.

Rita always had time for others. She always had time to have a cup of coffee with someone. Over the past several years you could almost always find Rita on her front porch, where she would greet you with a smile and a wave. She had an open porch policy and rarely didn’t have someone on the porch to visit with.

Services will be held at 11 am on Thursday, May 25, 2023 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Pastor Matt Haberman and Jason Rennert will officiate. A visitation will take place one hour prior to the service on Thursday. Interment will be in the Astoria Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital or the Astoria Fire and Rescue Squad.

Peter D. Springs

Peter D. Springs, 59, of Macomb, formerly of Vermont, IL, passed away at 7:45 pm Thursday, May 18th at Macomb Post Acute Care. He was born on January 20, 1964 in Rushville, IL, the son of Howard and Patsy (Umphryes) Springs.

Peter was preceded in death by his parents and uncle, Henry Umphryes.

He is survived by his six aunts, Nancy Hayes, Susan Jackson and Donna Raudabaugh, all of Vermont, IL, Lona Jo (and Bill) Wagner of Belleville, IL, Rosie (and Gary) Wece of Murphysboro, IL and Betsy Umphryes of Centralia, IL, and two Uncles, Richard Umphryes of Caseyville, IL and Jon Umphryes of Vermont, IL.

Peter participated in the Special Olympics for several years. He was a fan of hats of all colors and was a St. Louis Cardinal fan. His hobby was spinning fishing line and it had to be a certain weight and material, not just any kind.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A graveside memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, May 26th at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Astoria, IL. Pastor Matthew Thiner will officiate. Memorials may be made in Peter’s memory to the Epileptic Foundation. There is will be no visitation. Shawgo Memorial Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

Shirley A. Broadfield

Shirley A. Broadfield, 88, of Maquon, passed away at 10:55 p.m., on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria. She was born August 19, 1934, in Appleton, IL, to Theodore and Lola (Gibbs) McAdam. She married Merrill Broadfield on November 1, 1955 at Kohoka, MO. He survives.

She is also survived by six children, Reva (Melvin) Glidden of Victoria, Arlen (Allison) Broadfield of Altona, Rodney (Paula) Broadfield of Toulon, Alan Broadfield of Galesburg, Diane (Tim) Bohling of Muscatine, IA, and Judith Broadfield of Abingdon; one brother, Donald McAdam; nineteen grandchildren; twenty-seven great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

She is preceded in death by her parents; and one sister, Catherine Shaner.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Elmwood. A visitation will be held the night before on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will immediately follow the service at Yates City Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Maquon Fire Department.

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

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

Larry G. Burrows

Larry G. Burrows, 77, of Shalimar, Florida, passed away at 2:45 PM on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital. He was born in Canton, IL on August 8, 1945, a son of Carl and Carla (Schwartz) Burrows. He married Pamela Jean Dennis on October 4, 1969, at the Naval Hospital in Great Lakes, IL. She preceded him in death on November 27, 2018.

Also, preceding Larry in death were both parents; and two sisters, Jean Wilcoxen, Carol Ann Burrows.

He is survived by two children, Tania K. Watson of Navarre, FL and Brandon D. Burrows of Shalimar, FL; and two granddaughters.

Larry was an 18-year veteran of the Army, and a 10-Year veteran of the Air Force, where he worked as a Civilian Physician’s Assistant. He was a past member of the South Park United Methodist Church of Canton, and a huge collector of memorabilia pertaining to his favorite book written by Edgar Rice Burroughs, “Tarzan.” He was also an avid card player who really enjoyed a good competition game.

Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes and Crematory. Visitation will be held the night prior, Friday May 26, 2023, from 6:00- 8:00 PM, also at the funeral home. Pastor Andy Hoskins will officiate. Burial will follow services at Providence Cemetery in rural Lewistown. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. To view Larry’s Tribute Video or to leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Kenneth C. Doubet

Kenneth C. Doubet, 79, of rural Elmwood, passed away at 11:03 a.m., on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 27, 1943, in Peoria, to Cloyd and Kathryn (Gangloff) Doubet. He married Linda Bridson on June 14, 1969, in Brimfield. She survives.

She is also survived by seven children, Lisa (Scott) Twidwell of Princeville, Lori (the late Andrew) Simmons of Princeville, Angie (Rob) Renfroe of Hanna City, Kim (Chris) Estes of Elmwood, Carrie (Eddie Skinner) Doubet of Washington, Kristina Doubet of Yates City, and Nicholas (Cindy) Doubet of Peoria; and eleven grandchildren.

Kenneth served in the Army Reserves after high school. He was a lifelong farmer.

Per his request, cremation rites have been accorded. There will be no services at this time.

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

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

Thomas M. Snowman

Thomas M. “Tom” Snowman, 91, of Canton, IL. passed away at 6:46 pm, Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at the Graham Hospital in Canton, IL. He was born on July 10, 1931 in Macomb, IL. to G.T. “Tom” and Anna Mae (Johnson) Snowman. Tom married Norma Stump on July 31, 1953 in Macomb, IL.

She survives along with two sons; Shawn (Lyn) Snowman and Scott (Tracy) Snowman both of Canton, IL, five grandchildren; Amanda (Joe) Valentin, Lauren (Jacob) Ray, Stephen (Mareigh) Snowman, Taylor (Chad) Cox and Jake (Mara) Snowman and ten great grandchildren.

Tom worked at Canton School District #66, part time at Spoon River College and the ROE #26 as an Art Teacher retiring in 2017 after 40 years of teaching. He was a Navy Veteran serving during the Korean War and a member of the Canton American Legion. He also was a member of the First Christian Church in Canton, IL. Tom served on the Canton School Board for 18 years, was awarded the Alumni Achievement Award in 2017 from Western Illinois University, former vice-president of the Illinois Art Association, former board member of the YMCA, Fulton County Farm Bureau and the Fulton County Arts Council.

Cremation rites have been accorded with the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton.

Services will be 11 am, Saturday, May 27, 2023 at the First Christian Church in Canton, IL. Burial of ashes will be at a later date in Macomb. Memorials can be made to the Canton High School Vocational Scholarship Fund in Tom’s name.

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