Michael D. "Pugsley" Watters

Ellisville- Michael D. “Pugsley” Watters, 68, of Ellisville, passed away at 7:49 PM on Thursday, July 27, 2023 at his Residence. He was born on January 25, 1955 in Avon, a son of Lowell and Dorothy (Ray) Watters. He married Becky Lehnhausen on November 17, 1986 in Lewistown. She survives.

Also surviving are his children, Carol Ann (Shawn) Krishner of Oklahoma; Melissa (Jake) Morey of London Mills; Amber (Jayson) Waughtel of Carlyle; eleven grandchildren, Emerson, Ella, Eliza, Eden, and Jackson Krishner, Tanner (Hanna), and Tucker Watters; Taylor and Calliegh Morey, Tyson and Preston Waughtel, and one great-grandson, Waylon David; one sister, Marilyn (Steve) Cummings of Knoxville.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Gary Vanvelsor, Butch Watters, and one sister, Sherida Schultz.

Mike worked various places over the years, but retired from Munson Seed Company in 2017. He was an avid fisherman and hunter, and enjoyed going mushrooming, but most of all, drinking beer.

Graveside services and burial will be held at 11:30 AM on Thursday, August 3, 2023 at Fairview Cemetery in Fairview. Rev. Kevin VanTine will officiate. The family will also be holding a Celebration of Life gathering at the Storm Shelter in Avon on Saturday, August 5, 2023 from 12:00 PM (Noon) until 4:00 PM. Memorial can be made to the Ellisville or Fairview Rescue Squad. To leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Robert E. "Bob" Fontana

Washington- Robert E. “Bob” Fontana, 82 of Washington, formerly of Farmington, passed away at 3:25 AM on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at Washington Senior Living in Washington. He was born on June 2, 1941 in Peoria, a son of Peter and Jenny (Maccanelli) Fontana. He married Judy Vernon on June 4, 1960 at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church in Farmington. She survives.

Also surviving are his children, Lisa (Joe) Scott of Atlanta, Georgia; Lesley (Charlie) Godby of Germantown Hills, Illinois; Joseph (Michelle) Fontana of Peoria, Illinois; eight grandchildren, Karley Scott, Katy Scott-McElhaney, Sydney Godby, Grace Godby, Brooke Godby, Lucas Fontana, Ava Fontana, and Giana Fontana.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Richard Fontana.

Robert was a very hard worker, his entire years were spent in the grocery business as a meat cutter, and co-owner of  the John & Bob (Red Fox) Grocery store in Farmington, and later retiring from Raber Packing Company in Peoria. He was very dedicated to family and loved being a grandpa. He was a devout catholic, and member of St. Matthew’s Catholic Church in Farmington, where he was a Eucharistic minister.

A memorial mass will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, August 5, 2023 at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church, 156 East Vernon Street, Farmington, Illinois 61531. Monsignor Timothy Nolan will officiate. A private family burial of ashes will take place in Oakridge Cemetery in Farmington. Memorials can be made to Transitions Hospice Care, 8914 N Prairie Point, Peoria, Illinois 61615. To leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Shirley E. Day

Shirley E. Day, 82, of Canton, formerly of Mesa Arizona, passed away at 12:01 p.m., Thursday, July 27, 2023, at Monmouth Nursing Home in Monmouth. She was born on July 3, 1941, in Fiatt, to Floyd and Violet (Dilts) Putman. They preceded her in death, along with her husband James “J.D.” Day, one daughter Samantha Johnston, and ten siblings. She is survived by her daughter, Lynna (Rick) Lehmkuhl of Peoria, three step children, two sisters, Helen (Dick) Putman – Kington of Indiana, and Violet (Ronnie) Melvin of Canton, son in law, Scott Johnston of Arizona, seven grandchildren, Crystal (Adam) Woodside of Galesburg, Travis (Kristen) Lehmkuhl of Washington, Brian Johnston of Arizona, Tyler (Keenan) Johnston of Colorado, Shalon (Kevin) Lehmkuhl of Chillicothe, Chantele (Branden) Craig of Iowa, and Andy Day of Illinois, and fourteen great grandchildren. Shirley loved her family. She enjoyed traveling with her husband, baking and making candy. Spoiling her grandchildren was her upmost priority. She was spunky and full of laughter, and was always willing to help anyone. She had a heart of gold and will be missed by anyone that had a chance to be in her life. Cremation rites will be accorded by Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton. A butterfly release will be held on Saturday, August 5, 2023, at 1 pm, at the Lakeland Park Pavilion. A celebration of life will follow. Her ashes will be entombed at a later date with her husband in Arizona To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Michelle "Shelley" N. Watson

Michelle “Shelley” Nanette Watson, 55, of Springfield passed away July 25, 2023 at the Bridge Care

Suites in Springfield after a brief, but courageous battle with cancer. Shelley was born on November 23, 1967 in Canton, Illinois to Kenneth (Anita) Watson and Nancy Wilson.
Shelley is survived by her father Kenneth Watson, mother Nancy Wilson, her children Sidney and Tyler Kramer, special aunt Marcia Chaney, special cousin Kris Chaney Sanders and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. She is proceeded in death by her loving step-mother Anita (Stephens) Watson.
Shelley’s dream was to become a nurse and she was able to fulfil that dream for many years. She was passionate about her job and loved caring for others. Her kindness was contagious and her personality was infectious, Shelley made friends wherever she went. Shelley loved spending as much time as she could with her children, Sidney and Tyler.
The family would like to thank the Bridge Care Staff for taking care of Shelley like she was their own family and a special thanks to her son Tyler for the countless hours caring for his mother.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Hurley Funeral Home, burial along with graveside services will be held on Friday, August 4, 2023, at 11:00 am at Laurel Hill Cemetery in Havana.
Online condolences can be left for her family at www.hurleyfh.com In lieu of flowers, the family has requested monetary donations be made to Hurley Funeral Home or to Kenneth Watson to help with funeral costs.

Randy L. Wheeler

Randy L. Wheeler, 66, of Canton, passed away at 5:00 am Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at The Loft in Canton. He was born on April 21, 1957 in Canton to Charles R. and Betty L. (Harkness) Wheeler. They preceded him in death.

Surviving are three brothers Mike (Debbie) Wheeler of Canton, Richard and Rodney Wheeler both of Odessa, Tx and sister Carol Stufflebeam of Havana.

Randy worked at Rohn Manufacturing for 28 years. Cremation rites have been accorded and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton are in charge of arrangements. Memorials can be made to either St. Jude Children’s Hospital or Fresenius Dialysis Center in Canton. To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Jimmy Behymer

Jimmy Behymer, 69, of Lewistown, passed away, Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at his home in Lewistown.

He was born on November 7, 1953, in Kewanee, to Daniel and Norma (Wilson) Behymer. They preceded him in death along with five sisters, Crystal Terry, Jackie Crotts, Linda Cecil, Sharon Frank, and Sue Harris.

He is survived by his son Donovan (Rachel Fox) Behymer, one brother, Sam (Sheila) Behymer, two sisters, Denise (Kenny) Duncan, and Dawn (Jim) McCance, and one step grandchild, Lexi Ramey.

Jimmy worked at Farm King in Canton for many years. He was “Mr. fix it” if there was something broken Jimmy was the guy to fix it. He enjoyed catching catfish on the Bernadotte dam, and frying them for friends and family. He was also an avid Chicago Cubs fan. Jimmy served in the United States Air Force from 1971 until 1973. Most of all Jimmy loved spending time with his friends, family, and his best friend Buddy.

A visitation will be held on Monday July 31, 2023 at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. following the visitation burial with military honor’s will be held at Highbridge Cemetery in Dunfermline.

Memorials may be made to Wounded Warrior Project. To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

James Atchley

Lewistown- James K. Atchley, 78, of rural Lewistown passed away at 3:22 AM Tuesday July 25, 2023 at his home.

He was born July 6, 1945 at Canton the son of Frank and Mary (Presley) Atchley. Surviving are two sons, Jeff Atchley of rural Lewistown and Aaron (Cindy Dainty) Atchley of Havana, two brothers, Dick (Pauline) Atchley of rural Lewistown, and John (Carol) Atchley of Indiana, eleven grandchildren, and ten great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers.

James worked at International Harvester in Canton, he also farmed and drove a semi hauling heavy equipment all over the U.S. Jim also owned Atchley’s Apple Orchard and was a bulldozer operator and did a lot of excavating. He attended Waterford Union Church at rural Lewistown. James enjoyed tractor pulling, flying remote control airplanes, and shooting guns.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM Friday July 28th at Waterford Cemetery with Pastor Paul Walmsley officiating. Burial will follow at Waterford Cemetery. There will be no visitation. Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown is assisting the family with arrangements. To view James’s life tribute video or to send online condolences visit henrylange.com.

Mary Marie Whitehurst

Mary Marie Whitehurst (Duncan), 54 of Liverpool, passed away at 1:48 AM on Sunday, July 23, 2023 at Graham Hospital in Canton. She was born on May 15, 1969 in Springfield, a daughter of Henry and Vicky (Paulsell) Hofmann. She married David Whitehurst, and later spent her life with Bruce Duncan.

Surviving are her children, Tiffany (Boe Murphy) Whitehurst of Pekin; David Whitehurst of Canton; Shayli Duncan of Lewistown; Bruce (Jenny) Duncan Jr. of Oklahoma; twelve grandchildren, Chevelle, Layne, Hailey, Jocelin, Jeremiah, Breann, Adlin, Blake, McKenzie, Owen, Khloe, and Bruce III. Her mother, Vicky of Pekin two brothers, Scott and Mike; three sisters, Rene, Lisa, Annie; three dogs, Chloe, Jake, Sarge, and was blessed with many other family and friends over the years.

She was preceded in death by her father, Henry, and one sister, Brandi.

Mary had a beautiful soul and a heart of pure gold. She was a loving mother and friend to so many. She opened her arms and heart to everyone who was blessed to know and loved her. Mary loved her children and grandchildren above all else. Her partner, Bruce, being a mom, and grandma was her life. She worked in home health for most of her career. She was deeply passionate when it came to caring for others. She loved animals, the river, walking in nature, and feeling the sunshine on her face. Mary had a love for her native American heritage & collectables. She lived a simple & free-spirited life. Momma Mary was loved by everyone who ever knew her and she was guided by all her loved ones that she had waiting for her on the other side and they will welcome her with open arms, as she crossed over.

Per Mary’s wishes, there will be no services, cremation rites will be accorded through Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton. Memorials can be made to the Fulton County Humane Society. To leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

John D. "Davey" Newman

John D. Newman “Davey”, 78, of Bushnell, passed away at 8:16 am, Sunday, July 23, 2023 at his residence. He was born on April 19, 1945 in Anna, IL to James R. and Jeanet (Morford) Newman. He married Pamela R. Munson on December 16, 1977.

Surviving are three daughters; Lora K. (late Joe) Horne of Vassar, KS, Julie A. (Robert) Moses of Washington, IL, and Lisa F. (Clifford) Darcy of Jackson, MO, brother Larry (Karen) Newman of East Peoria, sister Kay (Terry) Dwyer of Pekin, seven grandchildren; Amanda Grady, Matthew Boley, Sarah Boley, Kelsie Gibson, Miranda Phillips, Amanda Inman and Megan Blair, fourteen great-grandchildren and the love of his life, his dog Sandy.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother James R. Newman Jr.

John retired from Caterpillar Inc. after 30 years of service and later drove for Lewistown Ag. and Ryden Trucking. He was a member of the Moose Lodge #916 and AMVETS and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He also rode motorcycles and horses.

Cremation rites have been accorded. Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory are in charge of arrangements. To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Richard W. "Ranger Dick" Sale

Richard W. “Ranger Dick” Sale, 62, of Canton, passed away, Sunday, July 23, 2023, at the Loft Rehabilitation and Nursing home in Canton.

He was born on December 16, 1960, in Canton, to Richard K. Sale and Gloria Joan (Jackway) Walton.

He is survived by two brothers, Johnny D. (Gail) Sale, Ramsey Walton, four sisters, Diane (Brent) Rader, Sherry Bundy, Tina (Steve) Hooker, and Andrea (Jack) Whitehead, his step mother, Edna Sale, several close friends he held close to his heart, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Preceding him in death are his father Richard and his step father Joe Walton, and the love of his life, his cat Sassy.

In his younger years he worked at Wright’s Furniture in Canton, Mike Phillips Pool Company, and later worked for Sale Plastering and Rader Plastering, along with doing countless side jobs.

Dick made his home with his mother as her caregiver. He is a believer in God and prayed every night with her.

He had a passion for the outdoors, he enjoyed mushrooming, fishing, gardening, camping and outdoor concerts, and will always be remembered for his good food he made on the grill. Most of all Dick enjoyed spending time with all his friends and family.

Cremation rites will be accorded, and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be made to the family for a memorial bench to be set at Canton Lake Campground.

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

I. Leonard Rounds, III

I. Leonard Rounds III, 78, of Canton passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, July 20, 2023 at his residence.

He was born on December 19, 1944 in Indianapolis, IN to Ira L. and Margie (Gunnels) Rounds II. They preceded him in death.

He married Mary Lou Ward on June 6, 1964 in Canton. She survives.

Also surviving are two children, Maria Rounds of Canton, Todd Rounds of Farmington, one sister, Bonnie (Rick) Noel of Davenport, IA and two grandchildren, Zach and Allison.

Leonard retired from Caterpillar after 37 years of service.

Cremation rites have been accorded by Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton. There will be no services.

Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Humane Society. To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Forrest E. "Frosty" Christy

Forrest E. “Frosty” Christy, 77, of Canton, passed away at 5:31 am, Sunday, July 23, 2023 at The Loft in Canton. He was born on September 6, 1945 in Peoria to Dale and Sylvia (Gray) Christy.

Surviving is his daughter Sherry (Jim) McKeever of Farmington, step-daughter Brandi Sale of Canton, two sisters; Margie Christy of Pekin and Edna Maliongas of East Peoria, three grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Frosty was preceded in death by his parents, step-father, son Christopher Christy, and two brothers; Gordon Christy and Alfred “Lee” Christy.

He was an Army veteran, serving during the Vietnam war. He enjoyed yard sales, auctions, flea markets, playing cards and was in various pool leagues.

Cremation rites have been accorded through Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton. There will be a Celebration of Life at a later date. Memorials can be made to the Fulton County Humane Society. To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Shawn Wayne Parther

Shawn Wayne Prather, 55, of Manito,IL passed away Thursday evening, July 20, 2023, at his home , after a short but courageous battle with cancer.

He was born April 10, 1968 in the Great Lakes Naval Base, Illinois to Wayne and Marlisa Procter Prather.
He married his soulmate and best friend, Jacqueline Rae “Jackie” Herget Prather in Pekin, Il on August 23, 2002.
In addition to his wife Jackie and his parents, Shawn is survived by four sons, Dustin Dylan (Katelyn) Prather, Marc Shawyne (Judy) Prather, all of East Peoria, IL, Shawn Wayne Prather, Jr. and Dylan Thomas Prather, both who still reside at the home, one sister, Toni Prather Abernathie, of Pekin, two grandsons, two granddaughters, and three nephews.
Shawn grew up in East Peoria, and graduated from East Peoria Community High School in 1986.
He was a gifted Graphic Designer and he and Jackie ran a small printing and graphic design business together in Manito. Shawn had many accomplishments over the years in his work and designs. He worked for numerous newspapers, his latest was the Mason County Democrat. He designed and managed the Manito website. He was a photographer and took pictures for many events including the Manito Popcorn Festival.
He had a great love for his family. Some of the happiest times were when his entire family would get together. He also enjoyed spending time on little trips with his wife and their two youngest sons.
His love for music was great. He would spend hours listening to his vinyl records, of which he had an intense collection. He enjoyed going to concerts with Jackie. His favorite band was the Beatles.
Shawn was an avid reader of books and had a great collection of old books which were his favorite to read. The authors Edgar Allen Poe and Dylan Thomas were his favorites.
He loved art and enjoyed Salvador Dali.
He loved his family farmhouse and this lended his love of animals, especially chickens. He enjoyed gardening and it gave him great satisfaction to see the fruits of his labor.
Cremation Rites have been accorded and, the family will receive friends, Wednesday, July 26, 2023 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm, at the Good Shepherd Baptist Church, 32530 E Co Road 2180 in rural Manito
A memorial service will then be held at 5:00 pm following the visitation in the church, Pastor John Worsham will officiate.
Maas-Hurley Funeral Home
301 S. Washington Street
Manito, IL 61546
(309) 968-6157

Leigh Ann Dissman

Leigh Ann Dissman, 88, of Havana, formerly of Sebring, Florida, passed away at Mason District Hospital, in Havana, at 12:33 p.m., on Saturday, July 22, 2023. She was born July 20, 1935, in Cuba, Illinois, to Dale E. and Lila (Hooper) Henderson. She married George Pat Dissman on April 3, 1955, at Sinnett Chapel, near Cuba, Illinois. They were married for sixty-seven years, until his death in 2022.

Mrs. Dissman is survived by three children: Linda (Bill) Blessman, of Havana, Greg (Linda) Dissman, of Woodstock, Georgia, and Tina (Rex) Parker, of Goshen, Indiana; as well as seventeen grandchildren and twenty-four great-grandchildren. Also surviving are three siblings: Marvin (Hazel) Henderson, of Smithfield, Illinois, Darlene White, of Marietta, Illinois, and Dale Allen (Marilyn) Henderson, of Ohio. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one daughter, Nancy (Darrell) Pomeroy; sisters: Doris (Larry) Weaver and Donna (John) Shaw, as well as brother-in-law, Kay White.

Mrs. Dissman was a Registered Nurse, at Mason District Hospital, in Havana, for many years. She enjoyed sewing and knitting, as well as spending time with her family. The Dissman’s owned and operated Aluminum Specialties Company, in Havana, for many years.

A memorial service will be held at Hurley Funeral Home, in Havana, on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., with visitation one hour prior to the services. Burial will follow the services at Henderson Cemetery, near Cuba.

Memorial contributions may be made to Mason District Hospital. Online memorial messages may be left for the family at www.hurleyfh.com.

Hurley Funeral Home in Havana is in charge of arrangements.

Kevin Turner

Kevin Dale Turner, 66, of Rowlesburg, WV and rural Rushville, IL, passed away Wednesday June 21, 2023 at his home. Kevin was born on October 29, 1956 in East Liverpool, Ohio a son of the late Jacob and Ruth Cox Turner. Kevin was originally a Morgantown Firefighter before becoming a local real estate developer and contractor in the Morgantown area.

He was the Founder of The Holy Pursuit Dream Foundation which provides hunting and fishing trips for children suffering from, or have previously suffered from, a life threatening illness at no cost to them or their families. In the last years of his life he made it his mission to make a difference in the lives of children through this foundation.

Kevin is survived by his son, Shiloh (Hannah) Turner and their son Isaiah of Rowlesburg, one brother Jacob Craig (Anne) Turner of South Carolina and one sister Lori (Steven) Turner of Ronceverte, WV

A Celebration of Kevin’s life will be held on Friday, July 28th, 2023 at 7:00 pm at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, IL. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Kevin’s name to The Holy Pursuit Dream Foundation, 943 Blackberry Hill, Rowlesburg, WV 26425. Memorials may also be left off at the funeral home.

Esther M. Stear

Farmington- Esther M. Stear, 102, of Farmington, formerly of Hanna City, passed away at 6:07 PM on Monday, July 17, 2023 at Hallmark Healthcare of Pekin. She was born on April 26, 1921 in Hanna City, a daughter of Albert H. and Myrtle V. (Moore) Beecher. She married Russell L. Stear on September 16, 1939 in Davenport, Iowa. He preceded her in death on November 30, 1997.

Also preceding her in death are her parents, one son, Larry D. (Faustine) Stear; one daughter-in-law, Glenda (David) Stear.

Surviving is one son, Darrell (Deb) Stear of Miner; one daughter-in-law, Linda Stear of Mt. Sterling; seven grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and 20 great-great-grandchildren.

Esther enjoyed driving a school bus for Illini Bluffs School District for 23 years, was an Exhibitor at the Heart of Illinois Fair in Peoria for many years, was a member of the Hanna City United Methodist Church, and enjoyed gardening, and flowers.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, July 21, 2023 at the Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Farmington, where a visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until the time of the services. Pastor Walter Wilkins will officiate. Burial will take place in Maple Ridge Cemetery in Mapleton. Memorials can be made to the Hanna City Fire Department or to the Hanna City United Methodist Church. To view Esther’s DVD or to leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Roberta Jane England

Roberta Jane England, 98, of Lewistown, passed away at 1:50 pm Tuesday July 18, 2023 at OSF St Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

She was born August 20, 1924 at Ina, IL; the daughter of Carl and Maude (Taylor) Clinton. She married Charles P. England in 1941 at Old Monroe, MO. He preceded her in death on August 16, 1999. She was also preceded in death by one son, Boyce C.H. England, five grandchildren, one great great grandchild, two brothers, and two half sisters. Suvivors include nine daughters, Sandra (late Gaza) O’Bryant, Diane (late Gary) Van Antwerp, R. Jane (late Denny) Gilson, Charla (Tom) Brown, Susan (Jim) Lindsey, Barbara (Keith) Kittell, Debby (Chris) Juliusson, Lori Rosado, and Janet (Dan) Carr, fourteen grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren, one great great grandchild, one brother, Tom (Ann) Clinton, one sister in-law, Shirley Thompson, and one brother in-law, Robert (Patti) England.

Roberta attended the Lewistown United Methodist Church.

A graveside service will be held at 11:30 am Monday July 24, 2023 at Oak Hill Cemetery with Pastor Shane Smith officiating. There will be no visitation. Memorial contributions may be made to Kirk Cemetery C/O Johnson Funeral Home, PO Box 66, Ina, IL 62846, or the Lewistown American Legion Post. Condolences may be made at henrylange.com

Evelyn E. Danner

Evelyn E. Danner, 94, of Macomb, IL, formerly of Astoria, IL, passed away at 8:40 pm on Monday, July 17, 2023 at The Elms in Macomb. She was born on Saturday, November 10, 1928 in Astoria, the daughter of Hart and Iona (Hetrick) Danner.

She is survived by her sister, Helen Wise of Astoria, sister-in-law, Dorothy Danner of Decatur, IL, three nieces, Marsha Wise Colletta of Oakland, OR, Kristen (and Brad) Bettencourt of Arnold, MD and Carrie Wise of Astoria, and three nephews, Ed (and Kathryn) Wise of Worland, WY, Dan (and Robin) Wise of Bolingbrook, IL, and Scott A. Danner of Decatur.

She is preceded in death by one sister, Charlotte Danner and one brother, Victor Danner.

Evelyn served in the United States Air Force from 1953 to 1956.

Evelyn was a 1946 graduate of Astoria High School. After high school, she graduated from Quincy Beauty Academy in 1947. She ran Evelyn’s Beauty Shop in Astoria from 1947 until 1953. After her service in the Air Force, Evelyn reopened her shop in 1956 and was in business until 2017. She enjoyed working, running her shop and talking to her customers.

She was member of the Astoria American Legion Post #25 and the Ipava Order of the Eastern Star #223, where she served as treasurer for several years. She was also a member of the Astoria United Methodist Church, where she was a member of the church choir and taught Sunday school. Evelyn enjoyed flowers and gardening.

A graveside service will be held at 11 am on Thursday, July 20, 2023 at the Astoria Cemetery. Reverend Bob Greene will officiate. Military rites will be provided by the Astoria American Legion Post#25. In Lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to The Elms in Macomb.

Wiley Mansker

Wiley J. Mansker, 98, of Freeburg, IL, formerly of Peoria County, passed away on Friday, July 15, 2023 at the Freeburg Care Center in Freeburg, IL. He was born on November 8, 1924 in Cherryville, KS, to Wiley and Nancy (Hopkins) Mansker. He first married Dorothy Bartholowmew. She preceded him in death on March 18, 1991 and later married Donna Wilcoxen. She preceded him in death on March 14, 2011. Surviving are his children, Donald (Sue) Mansker of Kansas City, MO, Vickie Mansker of Freeburg, IL, John (Mary) Mansker of Freeburg, IL, eight grandchildren and several great grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by one daughter, Lonna Hall and nine sisters. Wiley served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He worked for Caterpillar Tractor Company and retired in 1982 after 35 years of service. He was a past member of the Farmington Bible Church. He was a Ford car enthusiast and owned an antique Model A. Wiley took several trips out west and enjoyed watching old westerns. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at 1 pm at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton with a visitation held one hour prior at the funeral home. Burial will be held at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton. Memorials may be made to Freeburg Care Center. To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Jordan Marinich

Jordan Marinich, 34, of Farmington, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2023, at OSF Medical Center in Peoria.

He was born on April 18, 1989, in Pekin.

Surviving is his mother, Deena Sepich of Canton, father, Randy (Kim) Marinich of Farmington, maternal grandmother, Ardith Nelson of Cuba, sisters, Brianne (Jack) Doyle of Canton, Vanessa (Dave) Vandermeer of East Galesburg, step brother, Jonathan Phillips of Peoria, step sister, Alicia Phillips of Farmington, niece, Mia Doyle and nephews, Cruz Doyle and Gunner Vandermeer.

Jordan was born with a heart of gold. He would do anything for anyone. That’s one of many reasons that makes losing Jordan so painful. Jordan has a tattoo on his left forearm that reads, “think different,” but this is more than just any tattoo. It was his life motto. Jordan’s ability to “think different” gave him a knack for making life work no matter the circumstances. He’s described as an old soul for his calm, wise and curious approach. Gifted with intelligence, Jordan worked construction and loved to work on cars and motorcycles. Bluegrass music was his favorite. Everything about Jordan is in line with his gift of saving lives through organ donation.

Cremation rites have been accorded through Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Please subscribe to his obituary to be updated.

Memorials may be made to Fulton County Humane Society.

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