Roy T. Schmidt

Roy T. Schmidt, 76, of Lewistown passed away Tuesday June 27, 2023 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

He was born June 19, 1947 in Canton the son of Ray F. and Mary (Hickman) Schmidt. He married Linda Oatman on January 24, 1969 at Locust Lane United Methodist Church at rural Canton. She survives along with two children, Christina (Jay) Heckart of Lewistown and Jacob Schmidt also of Lewistown, and one sister, Janet Weber of Lewistown. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother.

Roy retired from Caterpillar after working 45 years. He had been a part time police officer for the City of Lewistown. Roy enjoyed mowing and volunteered to mow at the City Kids Camp in rural Lewistown. He was a Master Instructor for the Illinois Department of Natural Resources Hunter Safety Program for 40 years. Roy served in the US Army during the Vietnam war as a helicopter gunner. He was a member of the Lewistown United Methodist Church, UAW Local 974, Lewistown American Legion Bishop Post 1, and Pheasants Forever. Roy enjoyed hunting.

Cremation will be accorded. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday July 1st at the Lewistown United Methodist Church with Reverend Shane Smith officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will follow at Cuba Cemetery with a military service conducted by the Lewistown American Legion Bishop Post 1, and the Lewistown VFW Post 5001. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lewistown American Legion. Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown is assisting the family with arrangements and online condolences may be made at henrylange.com.

Barbara "Sue" Sisk Wiseman

Barbara “Sue” Sisk Wiseman, 81, passed away on June 26, 2023, at her home; surrounded by her children, grandchildren, and her husband of 46 years. She was born on February 2, 1942 in DuQuoin, IL, to Henry and Lucille (Johnson) Sisk.

Sue graduated from DuQuoin High School in 1960. After graduating, she married Glen Siefert and they moved To Cuba, IL, where they had two children. She later married Ronald Wiseman of Canton.

Sue worked many years as a cook for the Cuba High School. Afterwards, her and her husband moved to Vandalia, IL, where she worked at Krogers for 15 years before retiring in 2006. She was a lifelong member of the Order of the Eastern Star.

Surviving Sue is her husband, Ron; her son Wade Siefert of Dunlap, IL; Her daughter Jean Ann Siefert of Cuba; two step sons, David (Kelly) Wiseman of Muncie, IN, and Scott (Lauren) Wiseman of Bloomington, IL; two step daughters, Robin Wiseman of Olympia, WA, and Amy (Brian) Holaday of Marthaville, MO; 5 grandchildren, Grant Siefert, Colin Siefert, Adam Siefert, Courtney Kasemeyer, and Tiffany Siefert; and two great- grandchildren, Hunter and Brooklyn Kasemeyer. Her grandchildren called her “Grandma Bubba.”

Sue was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Bud Sisk; two sisters, Fay Fly and Jean Sisk; and one granddaughter, Elizabeth Stufflebean.

As per her wishes, there will be no services. Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes and Crematory. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to The Fulton County Humane Society or to The Gold Plate Program of Perry County. To leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Willis (Si) Mason

Willis (Si) Mason, 86, of Lewistown, IL, passed away peacefully at home on June 25, 2023. Willis was born on February 4, 1937, to Willis & Helen Mason. After graduating from Lewistown High School, he spent four years in the Air Force before returning to live on his family farm. He worked at Navistar/International Harvester for 40 years, retiring in 2004. He married Judith Ann Cluney of Summum, Illinois, in 1963. Willis & Judy would have celebrated 60 years of marriage in September of this year.

Willis is survived by his wife, Judy; two daughters, Helen Mason & Linda Mason, both of Canton, IL; two grandchildren, Sam Mason of Champaign, IL, and Claire Mason of Ann Arbor, Michigan; and his twin sister, Dixie Henderson, of Virginia. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sisters, Betty Brooks and JoAnn Putman.

Willis enjoyed farming, beekeeping, going to auctions & backyard sales, watching cowboy movies, playing with his dogs, and visiting with his friends. He was an outgoing, happy person who enjoyed his life fully.

As per his wishes, there will be no services. Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes and Crematory. Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Humane Society. To leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

James L. Lewis

James L. Lewis, age 71, passed away surrounded by family, in Sebring, Florida on January 25, 2023.

He was born on August 30, 1951 in Middletown, Ohio to John L. Lewis and Dorothy Mae Wells. Jim made lifelong friends from being an athlete at Oblong High School, in Illinois, as well as Eastern Illinois University, where he played football and was the starting linebacker for four years before graduating and entering into the teaching profession. Over the course of his career, he was a teacher, coach, vice principal, and principal at various school districts and a superintendent at both Beardstown CUSD #15 and Canton USD #66, both in Illinois. Jim cherished the many friendships he made throughout the years in all of his various roles. Jim and his wife Kris moved from Canton, Illinois to Sebring, Florida fourteen years ago where they attended the St. Agnes Episcopal Church, and he was a security guard at Sun N Lake for 6 years. In Jim’s spare time, he enjoyed watching football (and cheering on old teammates as they coached in various roles), playing the game of golf, and riding around in the golf cart with his wife and dogs. Jim was a quiet and private person, but if you were one of the lucky ones to be in his circle, you understood there wasn’t a thing in the world that he wouldn’t do for anyone who needed it.

Jim is survived by his wife of 25 years – Kristina; 4 Children – Shae Sullivan (Matt), Jon Jacobus (Heidi), Jenni Markello (John) and James Jacobus (Laura); 9 Grandchildren – Keagen, Wrigley, Katie, Jack, Carter, Sydney, Parker, Max, and Alex; and Sister – Faye Acord.

A graveside service will be held at 10:30 AM Saturday July 1, 2023 at Oak Hill Cemetery in Lewistown with Father Dante Anglin officiating. Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown is assisting the family with local arrangements. Online condolences may be made at henrylange.com.

Carissa Sue Schnarr

Carissa Sue Schnarr, 44, of Marrietta, passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2023 at Carle Health Methodist Hospital in Peoria.

She was born on July 6, 1978 in Peoria to Dairl Douglas and Linda Sue (Miller) Adams. She was preceded in death by her father Dairl Douglas Adams, her mother Linda Sue Dugan, step father, Steven Dugan and one brother, Dairl Adams.

She is survived by two children, Sam Schnarr of Peoria, Ariel Schnarr of Cuba, three brothers, Rusty Parsons, Jimmy Adams, Ben Adams, two sisters, Crissy Vigna, Cherilyn Chipman, step mother, Billie Adams and one grandchild, Aurora, on the way.

Carissa worked as a CNA for Clayberg, Heartland, Sunset and Renaissance Care Center. She also worked for the Department of Human Services and lastly at Landmark in Peoria.

Cremation rites have been accorded through Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date.

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

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

Shirley Ann Mayall

Shirley Ann Mayall, 92, previous resident of Ipava, passed away Thursday, June 22, 2023 at Betty’s Memory Garden of Courtyard Estates in Farmington. She was born in Table Grove on December 15, 1930 to Forrest and Lillian Pearl Haist. She married Claude W. (Jack) Mayall on July 23, 1949. He preceded her in death on November 26, 1994. Also preceding her in death was one son, Jackie Todd, a brother Bud Haist, and two sisters Lorraine Frazier and Dorothy Haist.

Surviving are her children: Ronnie Jack (Betsy) Mayall of Canton and Pamela (Steve) Butler of Astoria; grandchildren: Chad (Staci) Mayall of Canton, Sara Mayall of Davenport, IA, Meghan (Matt) Allen of Normal, and Nicholas (Ande) Butler of Bailey, CO; great grandsons Connor Mayall, Brady Mayall, Chase Allen, and Cade Allen. Shirley also had many nieces and nephews that she loved dearly.

Shirley worked as a butcher for years at Velma’s Market, which later was Mayall’s Market in Ipava. She closed the chapter on her butcher career at Speer’s Grocery in Table Grove. She was an active member of the Ipava Legion Auxiliary and the Ipava Christian Church. She also served as Pleasant Township Clerk. Jack and Shirley had many dogs that stole their hearts throughout the years, but we know her last dog, Trixie, was the first Heavenly greeting she received.

Shirley loved her children and was beyond supportive in many ways as a mother and grandmother. Nothing brought a smile to her face quicker than her grandchildren and great grandsons. Her love and support through all of their activities was a constant. If anyone in the family or community needed help, a pie or oatmeal cake whipped up, or noodles hand cut paper thin, Shirley always came through.

Shirley’s life will be honored and celebrated at 11 am on Wednesday, June 28 at the Ipava Christian Church with Reverend Brant Reed officiating. Interment will be at the Ipava Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 27th at the Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria from 5 – 7 pm. Memorials can made to the Ipava Christian Church or the Ipava American Legion Auxiliary.

Earlene E. Hanlon

Earlene E. Hanlon, 92, of Elmwood, passed away at 8:25 p.m., on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at Country Comfort in Elmwood. She was born February 27, 1931, in Brimfield, to Earle and Hazel (Miles) Collins. She married George “Ray” Hanlon in 1951, in Brimfield. He preceded her in death in 2000.

Earlene is survived by her two sons, Bill (Dee) Hanlon of Elmwood, and Bob (Meltem Aktas) of Chicago; two grandchildren, Joel (Katie) Hanlon and Lora (Ryan) Colglazier; and two great-grandchildren, Lily and Maggie.

She is preceded in death by her parents; and one son, Brad.

Earlene graduated from Brimfield High School and Bradley University. She taught at Elmwood Grade School for 27 years. She owned the Hub Ballroom in Edelstein with her husband Ray Hanlon for 25 years. She also enjoyed volunteering at Center for Health, Meals on Wheels, and St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

A funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Saturday, July 1, 2023, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Elmwood. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the church. Burial will immediately follow the service at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in rural Elmwood.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Claude Keefer Industrial Arts Building.

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

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

Peggy A. Smith

Peggy A. Smith, 79, of Peoria passed away on Thursday, June 22, 2023 at Mason City Area Nursing Home. She was born October 10, 1943 in Peoria to Lloyd and Dorothy (Rabbe) McCoy.

Peggy is survived by 3 sons: Scott Ray Wells of Ireland, Eric Lee Wells of Bartonville and Dustin (Lisa) Smith or Normal, 6 grandchildren: Eric Lee Wells, Jr., Emily Wells, Lauren Wells, Levi Wells, Benjamin Smith and Alex Smith, 3 great-grandchildren: Silas Oliver Clay Tomlinson, Lainey Ann Wells and Landon Lee Wells, brother Randy McCoy of TN. She was preceded in death by her husband Orville J. Smith, Jr. in 2014, her parents, brother Jim McCoy and nephew Mathew McCoy.
Peggy was a member of the University United Methodist Church of Peoria. She worked for Fleming and Potter Printing Company of Peoria and Murrays Jewelry. She enjoyed traveling to Branson, attending her grandkids ball games and making Christmas Care packages.
Cremation rites have been accorded and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation. Online condolences may be left at www.hurleyfh.com. Hurley Funeral Home in Mason City is in charge of the arrangements.

Terry A. Beam

Terry Beam, 80, died at home, surrounded by family on June 20, 2023. He was born on the most progressive day of the year, March 4, to Lundry and Mary Edith (Beatty) Beam. He was born and raised in Smithfield, Illinois and graduated from Cuba High School in 1961 before continuing his education at Western Illinois University, where he studied physics. He married Sharon (Sherry) Stevens on March 4, 1967. He began teaching physics and mathematics at Canton High School in 1969 where he touched the lives of thousands of students until his retirement in 1999. He was awarded Teacher of the Year in 1987.

An avid outdoorsman, he loved to hunt and fish with his friends around Fulton County. A talented and meticulous carpenter, his summers were spent designing and building construction projects for and with his friends, family, and neighbors. He personally had a hand in the building of many homes, decks, and boat docks around Lake Wee-Ma-Tuk. He proudly served for 22 years on the Spoon River Electric Cooperative board.

He is preceded in death by his parents and by his son, Aaron Brett Beam. Left to cherish his memory is his adoring wife of 56 years, Sherry Beam. He was endlessly proud of his sons, Brian (and spouse, Aimee) Beam of Bloomington and Bradley (and spouse, Sarah) Beam of Canton. Terry will be dearly missed by his six grandchildren: Logan Beam of Springfield, Griffin Beam of Canton, Allie Beam of New York City, NY, Liz Beam of Bloomington, Marshall Ores of Baraboo, WI, and Henry Beam of Canton. Also mourning the loss of their brother are his older sibling Larry (and spouse, Celia) Beam of Cuba and younger sibling Linda (and spouse, Eldon) Howard of Ipava.

Cremation has been accorded and a Celebration of Life will be held at Wee Ma Tuk Country Club on Sunday, August 6 from 2-4 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial donations be made in Terry’s honor to The ALS Association Greater Chicago Chapter (5315 N Clark St., #650, Chicago, IL 60640) or donations can be made online: donate.alsachicago.org

William "Bill" S. Ackley, Jr.

William “Bill” S. Ackley Jr., 71, of Vermont, IL, passed away at 11:37 pm on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at Graham Hospital in Canton, IL. He was born on April 29, 1952 in Alexandria, VA, the son of William S. and Pearl (Kalp) Ackley Sr. Bill married the love of his life, Sharon Mahan on May 16, 1971 in Vermont. The two were inseparable until Sharon preceded Bill in death on August 2, 2022.

Also preceding him death are his parents, great-grandson, Brayden Baker, and 2 sisters, Margret Wright and Tina Bundy.

Bill is survived by his daughter Lisa (and Darin) Kreps of Vermont, granddaughter, Chelsea (and Tyler Baker) Ackley of Vermont, great-grandson, Dawsyn Baker, twin brother, Jim (and Vicky) Ackley of Vermont, 3 sisters, Karen Cole of Las Vegas, NV, DeeAnn Fromm of Peoria, IL and Mary Watson of Bloominton, IL, and several nieces and nephews.

Bill first worked as a farm hand for the Arnett’s in Lewistown. He would go on to work at Dana Corp in Havana, IL as an iron pourer. When Dana Corp closed, Bill worked as a mechanic and detailed cars for Frye Auto Sales in Vermont. He later attained a CDL and became an over the road truck driver for Wabash Transportation.

Bill loved music and gardening. He would put out a large garden every year and enjoyed spending a lot of time working in it. He enjoyed taking walks, visiting with people and going to fairs. He had a great interest in weather highs and lows, such as temperatures and rain and snow fall. He would keep record of this along with recording other things such as when local business would close and where they were located. Both Sharon and Bill adored their cat, Cuddles.

Most of all though, Bill loved his family and he loved spending time with his great-grandson Dawsyn and granddaughter Chelsea. As his only granddaughter, Chelsea was Bill’s pride and joy. She was “Pampa’s girl”.

Services will be held on Monday, June 26th at 11:00 am at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, IL. Interment will be in the Vermont Cemetery. Visitation will take place on Sunday, June 25th from 5-7 pm at the funeral home. Memorials in Bill’s memory may be made to the donor’s choice.

Bradley Fisher

Bradley “Brad” Fidler, 63, of Canton, passed away, June 21, 2023, at his home in Canton.

He was born on December 10, 1959, to Daniel Fidler and Kathy (Kamlager). They preceded him in death, along with one brother, Rennick Fidler, and two cousins, Melissa Toombs, and Linda Guppy.

He is survived by four cousins, Brandi Sale, Shelbi Sale, Sadie Sale and James Toombs.

Brad graduated from Western Illinois University with a master’s degree in history education. He also received a bachelor’s degree for radio broadcasting.

Brad worked for Brown’s Snappy Service in Canton for over 15 years. He had endless knowledge on all kinds of sports history for all of the Chicago professional teams. He enjoyed watching WWE wrestling. His favorite wrestlers were China and Rick Flair.

Cremation rites will be accorded and a burial of his ashes will take place on a later date at Greenwood Cemetery.

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

Robert E. Peters

Robert E. Peters, 90, of Lewistown passed away at 11:50 a.m. on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at Renaissance

Care Center in Canton. He was born on March 31, 1933 in Oakford, Illinois to Roy R. and Effie Evelyn
(Pedigo) Peters. He married Anita Moss on May 29, 1955 in Oakford. She preceded him in death on
May 27, 2023.
Mr. Peters is survived by his 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 he raised.
He is also survived by his sister, Sharon Rockwell of Paragould, Arkansas. He was preceded in death by
his parents, wife, grandson, Shane Brandon Neteler, and siblings, Roy Elbert Peters and Roberta
Simpson.
Mr. Peters was a member of Lewistown United Methodist Church. He served in the Army in Korea from
1952 to 1954. He was a member of the American Legion in Lewistown and several Saddle Clubs, and
was a 4-H leader in Fulton County for many years. He enjoyed gardening and trail riding, and always had
a pony on a lead to teach kids to ride. He was a hard-working man and loved his kids and grandkids. He
worked for Caterpillar for 28 years before retiring in 1992. He previously worked for Stevens John Deere
in Petersburg and worked for several farmers in Menard and Fulton counties over the years.
A visitation will be held on Monday, June 26, 2023 at Hurley Funeral Home in Havana from 5:00 p.m. to
7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 27, 2023 at Lewistown United Methodist
Church at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Bill Bunnage will officiate. Burial will follow the service at Oak Hill Cemetery
in Lewistown.
Memorial donations may be made in Mr. Peters name to Lewistown United Methodist Church,
Parkinsons Research Foundation, or Buckhart Fire Department. Online condolences can be left for his
family at www.hurleyfh.com.
Hurley Funeral Home in Havana is in charge of arrangements.

Donald Easley, Jr.

Astoria- Donald Ray Easley Jr., 64 of Astoria, passed away at 8:13 AM on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at his residence. He was born on July 14, 1958 in Beardstown, a son of Donald and Margaret (Humphrey- Bopp) Easley Sr. He married Brenda Wilson on September 22, 2022 in Astoria. She survives.

Also surviving is his granddaughter, Maija Watkins, whom lived and raised by him and Brenda. One son, Joshua (Clarette) Easley of Macomb; step-daughter, Haley Summers of Beardstown; his mother, Margaret (Gary) Bopp of Astoria; two brothers, Gary Easley, and Everett (Susan) Easley both of Astoria; two sisters, Deb (Mike) Noble of Havana; Carol (Ron Kimbrell) Easley of Vermont, and seven granddaughters, Violet of Macomb; Ella Mae of Beardstown; Teresa of Macomb; Cheyanne, Aleigha, and Aubry Summers of Winchester; Sophia Coats of Beardstown, and one grandson, Memphis of Winchester.

He was preceded in death by his father, and one step-son, Drew Summers.

Donnie was a retiree of the labors local #165, and he enjoyed fishing, horseraces, playing cards, and spending time with family and friends.

Per his wishes, there will be no services, cremation rites will be accorded through Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton. A celebration of life gathering will be held at later date. Memorials can be made to his family. To leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Karen J. Dickerson

Karen J. Dickerson, 75, of Canton, passed away at 11:29 PM on Monday, June 19, 2023, at her residence. She was born on August 28, 1947, a daughter of Otis and Reva (McMillen) Switzer. She married Larry G. Dickerson on January 20, 1968, in Peoria, IL. He preceded her in death on August 28, 2022. She was also preceded in death by her parents.

Surviving are her three children, Troy (Gris) Dickerson, Travis (Marilyn Rhodes) Dickerson, and Jodi Bruns; 12 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and her two brothers, Tom (Diane) Switzer and Rodger Switzer.

Karen worked as a secretary for Keystone Steel and Wire until she retired in 2013.

As per her wishes, there will be no services. Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes and Crematory in Canton, IL. Memorials may be made to the Family. To leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Marilyn F. Miles

Marilyn F. Miles, 64, of Elmwood, passed away at 9:34 a.m., on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at OSF Saint Francis Hospital in Peoria.

She was born October 11, 1958, in Peoria, to Byron and Patricia (Johnson) Lippert. She married Nathan Miles on May 16, 1997, in Elmwood. He survives.

She is also survived by two children, Ron Powell of Elmwood and Tony Powell of Wyoming, IL; two brothers, Sidney (Linda) Bedford and Edward Moore; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents; and one sister, Joy Staggs.

Marilyn loved painting and taking care of her animals, especially her cats. She was a member of Crossroads Assembly of God in Elmwood.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Saturday, June 24, 2023, at Crossroads Assembly of God Church in Elmwood. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church.

Memorials may be made to S.A.M.’s Humane Society.

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

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

Albert "Poodie" D. Pasley

Albert “Poodie” Pasley, 74, of Canton, passed away on Monday, June 19, 2023 at his residence.

He was born on June 29, 1948, in Fiatt, to John and Lillian (Weidhuner) Pasley. They preceded him in death.

Surviving are several nieces and nephews including Troy Pasley, great niece, Kelsey Cox, great nephew, Landon Pasley, brothers, Larry “Joe” Pasley and Gary Pasley.

Also preceding him in death are his brothers, John Pasley, Bob Weidhuner, Fred Pasley, Ronnie Pasley, Glen Pasley and sister Donna Baker.

Poodie served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam. He enjoyed playing poker and shooting pool.

A graveside service with military honors will be held on Monday, June 26, 2023, at 11am, at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton. There will be no visitation. A celebration of his life will be held at the VFW in Canton from 4-7 on Monday June 26, 2023.

Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton has been entrusted with services.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Ned Scott Bennett

Ned Scott Bennett, 76, of Lewistown, passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2023, at Red Oaks Memory Care in Canton.

He was born on February 20, 1947 in Canton to Ned and Dorothy (Kline) Bennett. They preceded him in death along with one niece, Mary Sue Black.

Surviving is one brother, Kline (Late Edie) Bennett of Lewistown, three nieces, Stacy (Brad) Beard, Stephine Bennett, Sheri (Mike Thompson) Bennett, his niece’s husband, John Black and several great nieces and nephews.

Scott served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam, was a member of the American Legion in Lewistown, the VFW #5001 in Lewistown and was also a member of the Masonic Lodge.

He worked for International Harvester in Canton, Caterpillar Tractor Co. in Peoria and lastly retired in 2009 from Illinois River Correctional Facility.

Scott’s passion in life was his family farm where he grew corn, soy beans and raised cattle. He always had a special place in his heart for his self- proclaimed nephew, Brad who spent many hours with him on the farm.

Cremation rites have been accorded through Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton and a private celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the VFW Post #5001 or to Wounded Warriors.

To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com