Donald G. Woodcock

Donald G. Woodcock, 92, of Trivoli, passed away at 7:06 PM on Friday, May 22, 2026 in Peoria, IL. He was born on May 27, 1933 in Trivoli, IL, to Lyle and Dorothy (Ford) Woodcock. He shared a marriage for 60 years with Judy Horr. She survives.

He is also survived by seven children, Mike, Pat, Janice, Jerry, Glen, Sue, and Patty; six grandchildren, Ashley, Nick, Megan, Beau, Hunter, and Jack; seven great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

He is preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Bob; and two sisters, Helen and Mary.

Donald worked and retired from Caterpillar as an assisted buyer. He volunteered as Chief for the Logan-Trivoli Fire Department for many years. He also enjoyed woodworking.

Graveside service will be held at 11:45 AM on Friday, May 29, 2026 at Trivoli Cemetery in Trivoli, IL. Visitation will be held the same day from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM at Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Farmington, IL. Pastor Austin Miller will officiate. Memorials may be made to the Logan-Trivoli Fire Department. To leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Virginia Poscis

Virginia L. Poscis, 84, of Cuba passed away on Tuesday May 19, 2026 at Graham Hospital in Canton.

Virginia Louise Poscis (Cozart) was born February 17, 1942 in Canton. She was the daughter of Park and Imogene (Easley) Cozart. She married Walter L. Poscis on July 10, 1960 in Cuba. He died March 30, 2015. She was also preceded in death by her parents, a son-in-law, Everett Murphy, her sister, Janice (Clayton) Myers, and great granddaughter, Hadleigh.

She is survived by her two daughters, Lori (late Everett) Murphy, and Pam Clouse. Sister -in-law, Sandra (late Willis) Girard. Grandchildren, Brandon (Christy) Murphy, Tabitha (Jeremy) Brown, Melissa (Clayton) Stufflebeam, Shaun Murphy, Chris (fiancée Kaylee) Clouse, and Whitney Murphy. Great grandchildren, Carter, Kendal, Gwen, Oliver, Walter, and Lukas.

Virginia was a Cuba High School graduate. She worked at Hagley’s Restaurant in Canton, and then retired from the dietary department at Clayberg Fulton County Nursing Center. Mom loved her two daughters, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. One of her favorite things to do was go with her cousin Deb and meet aunt Poney and aunt Ida to play slots on the boat in East Peoria. Virginia made the best flaky pie crust and thin noodles. She loved everyone getting together and sharing good times. Virginia was a member of the Royal Neighbors of America, she was a big part of the former PTA food stand at the Soldiers and Sailors Reunion.

Cremation will be accorded. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM Sunday June 7th at Howard Cemetery rural Smithfield. A meal will follow at The Elks, 61 West Elm St. Canton. Memorial contributions may be made to Clayberg Nursing Home activity fund. Online condolence maybe made at henrylange.com.

Patricia A. Breiland

Patricia A. Breiland, 79, of Rushville, IL, passed away at 12:11 am on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville. She was born on February 11, 1947 in Browning, IL, the daughter of Lloyd and Eva (Hefner) Mathis.

She is survived by her two children; Teri Davis of Rushville and Chris (and Tina DeMoss) Jones of Astoria, IL, four grandchildren; Ashley (and Josh Kendrick) Davis of Astoria, Kylor (and Mikiah) Davis of Waverly, MO, Kooper Jones of Astoria and Jase Jones of Astoria, and three great-grandchildren; Kash, Luna and Hallie.

She is preceded in death by her parents, son-in-law; Dan Davis, great-grandson; Knox, five brothers; Bob, Bill, Jim, Jake and Fred Mathis, and two sisters; Wilma Lamb and Norma Eddington.

Patricia was a Registered Respiratory Therapist.

She was a member of the Browning Christian Church. She also attended the Astoria Christian Church. Patricia enjoyed cooking and watching her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A graveside service will be held at a later date.

Scott Michael Jones

Scott M. Jones, 61, of La Grange, MO, passed away at 8:30 am on Friday, May 22, 2026 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. He was born on February 23, 1965 in Macomb, IL, the son of Loyd “Butch” and Cindy (Haber) Jones.

He survived by one son Brandon Michael Jones of Springfield, IL and his mother; Cindy (and Jon) Mummert of Browning, IL.

He is preceded in death by his father; Loyd “Butch” Jones.

Scott was a 1983 graduate of Rushville High School. He would later become a carpenter and general contractor. He loved riding his Harley Davidson Motorcycle.

Scott earned an Associates Degree from Spoon River College.

Cremation rites have been accorded. Services will be held at a later date.

Mark Allen Cheatum

Mark Allen Cheatum of Sikeston Missouri, passed peacefully on Saturday May 16th, 2026 at St Francis Hospital in Cape Girardeau, MO.

Mark played many roles during his lifetime. He was an educator, principal, coach, son, brother, husband and father. He started his education profession in Farmington Illinois where he taught middle school math during his time there. He coached girls’ basketball at the junior high and high school levels, and boy’s baseball. He later took a position as the assistant dean of students in Lewistown, Illinois. While there he pursued his Master’s degree in Education Administration. Once that was completed, he furthered his professional journey in Griggsville/Perry school District, as a principal. While there he took pride in coaching the boy’s baseball team. He retired in 2015.

Mark was a sports fanatic. He was a scout for the Cincinnati Reds 1982 and 1983. He was a diehard St. Louis Cardinals fan, Arizona Cardinals fan, and avid University of Illinois basketball fan. His favorite games to watch though were the ones that his kids and grandkids played. When not watching or coaching sports, Mark took pride in his yard. He always made sure his yard was mowed, trimmed, and his flowers watered. Every spring he made sure all his flower beds had fresh mulch. Just this past summer, Mark and his son added to his patio, so when friends and family came over, they had a beautiful place to sit and visit. Mark was known for his witty sarcasm, “dad” jokes, family weatherman, and friendly personality.

Mark married his beloved wife, Kathy Reid, on December 30, 2002. Between the two of them they had 4 children, Hollie, Heath, Jessica, and Justine. They started their life together on the family farm in Cuba, Illinois. They moved off the farm to Pittsfield, Illinois. Mark and Kathy moved back the town of Cuba after his retirement. They were there until 2022, and then moved to Sikeston, Missouri.

He was preceded in death by his father, William “Spike” Cheatum and his mother Barbara “Eileen” Cheatum both of Salem, Illinois, his sister De Ann Ross, brother-in-law George Ross both of Oklahoma, and his mother-in-law Patricia Reid, of Cuba, Illinois.

He leaves behind, his wife Kathy of Sikeston, MO, his brother Bill Cheatum (Rena) of Watseka, Il, his brother Tracy Cheatum of Salem, Il, sister-in-law Laura Gibboney (Chris) of Smithfield, Il, brother-in-law Chuck Reid of Cuba, Il, his daughter Hollie Cheatum (Andy Haynes) of Covington, GA, his son Heath Cheatum (Kylee Ewalt) of Canton, Il, his daughter Jessica Trone (Aaron Underwood) of Mackinaw, Il, and his daughter Justine Butler (Ben Butler) of Lewistown, Il. He had 14 grandchildren, Alyse, Nathan, Cameron, Shawn Jr., Kyzer, Zander, Stella, Pierce, Jaydyn, Waylon, Lauren, Clayton, Kinsley, and Nova.

Visitation will be held at Temple Baptist Church of Canton Illinois on May 26, 2026 from 4pm-6pm. Services following directly after at 6pm.

Memorials and donations will go to the Temple Baptist Church of Canton or the donor’s choice.

Please share a memory of Mark at www.knappfuneralhomes.com.

Sharon Clarke

Sharon Clarke, 75, of Brimfield, IL, passed away peacefully at Lacon Rehab and Nursing on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Sharon was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, whose kindness and compassion touched everyone who knew her.

Sharon was born on November 4, 1950, to John and Helen McLain in Peoria, IL. Sharon was married to the love of her life, James Clarke, for almost 52 years. Together they raised three children: Elizabeth Clarke, Matthew Clarke, and Joshua (Brittany) Clarke, and were later blessed with four grandchildren: River Clarke, Morgan Clarke, Riley Clarke, and Mason Clarke. She was preceded in death by her parents and her two brothers, John McLain Jr. and Peter McLain.

Sharon graduated from Richwoods High School prior to earning a bachelor’s of science from Kansas State University. KSU remained close to her heart as she was an avid supporter of any Wildcats’ athletic program along with her beloved Chicago Cubs and Bears. She worked for 13 years with Methodist in the accounting department followed by 22 years at H&R Block before officially retiring in 2021. Sharon was a member of P.E.O. and was a sustaining member of the Junior League of Peoria. While she enjoyed hobbies like reading, gardening and bird watching, her greatest joy came from her family. Whether at a concert, a sporting event, or in the classroom, Sharon was always both her children’s and grandchildren’s biggest supporters and took immense pride in all of their accomplishments.

A visitation will be held at Oak-Hines Funeral Home in Elmwood, IL on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. with a memorial service to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Memphis.

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

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

Betty L. Archdale

Betty Lou Archdale, 82 of Cuba passed away at 2:50 am Monday May 18, 2026 at Graham Hospital.

She was born December 9, 1943 at Toulon, the daughter of Verne and Florence (Booker) Roach. She married Willis Archdale on February 29, 1988 at Lewistown. He died August 7, 2000. She was also preceded in daeth by her parents, one sister, Kathy, one brother, Dennis, and two great granddaughters, Colleen Jill Taff and Hope Neveah Baldwin. Survivors include four daughters, Louanna (the late Donny) Purchase of Cuba, Crystal Workman of Sheridan, MT; Julie (Rodger) Ball of Cuba, and Lorrie (Todd) Bates of Canton, 14 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, a nephew who she helped raise, James Roach, and one brother, Robert Roach of Cuba.

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Betty was a majorette all 4 years during high school. After high school she went on to be a beautician and then ran the Cardinal Café in Cuba for 10 years with her husband Kenneth McAdams and her 4 daughters. She was a member of the Cuba Lioness club for many years as well as the Rainbow Cloggers. She loved music and dancing. Betty was always at her best when she was surrounded by her grandchildren, great grandchildren, and her two bonus sons, Chad Curless and Brandon Ferris.

A graveside service will be held at 10 am Friday May 22, 2026 at Cuba Cemetery with Pastor Kevin VanTine officiating. There will be no visitation. A meal will be provided at Lakeland Community Church in Canton (next to Walmart) following the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the City of Cuba to purchase Soldiers and Sailors carnival bracelets for kids.