Randall Burkiett Jr.

Randall Burkiett Jr., 64, of London Mills passed away Friday, October 2, 2026, surrounded by his family and friends at his home.

He was born on July 26, 1962, in Germany at a United States Army base, to Randall Burkiett Sr., and Bonnie Sue (Goff) Burkiett.

He is preceded in death by his mother Bonnie, infant brother, Reginald, and sister Reneda Marie Burkiett.

Randy is survived by his father Randall (Faye Cox-Burkiett), two children, Rebecca (John) Walters, and Randy (Sam) Burkiett, three sisters, Saebra Lynn Walljasper, Niccole (Donald) Buswell, and Collette Lynn (Rick) Ball, seven grandchildren, Kelsey, Andrew, Summer, Christopher, Joshua, Carmen, and Morgan, three great grandchildren, Colson, Hudson, and Eri, and several nieces and nephews.

Randy was a Case I.H. Diesel Mechanic prior to an automobile accident that left him as a quadriplegic in 1984.

Every Friday he hosted a homebound prayer group and bible study at his home. He enjoyed listening to audio books, sitting in the sun, watching westerns, and working on his computer. He took great pride in his DVD collection. He was an avid collector and owned 2,250 DVD’s.

Randy was always thinking of others, making weekly phone calls to check in on how everyone was doing.

Endless gratitude is extended to his caregivers, Alexandria Johnson, and DeeAnna McKinley and the countless others that gave compassionate care to Randy.

A visitation will be held at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton on Monday, October 5, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held at Fiatt Independent Christian Church on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will immediately follow at Coal Creek Bible Church Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in honor of his sister Reneda.

Joyce Johnson

Joyce Johnson, 93, of Lewistown Illinois, passed away at 10:30 a.m. at Richard L. Ownes Hospice Home in Peoria, on October 2, 2026.

She was born April 6, 1933 in Burlington Iowa, to John and Dorothy (Callihan) Weeks.

She married Curtis C. Johnson on November 21, 1975 in Springfield Tennessee.

Joyce and Curtis owned and operated Johnson Monument Company in Havana and Bloomington Illinois. Joyce is survived by her husband, 3 sons, Lynn Lubke of Easton Illinois, Bret Lubke of Santa Barbara California, and David (Carolyn) Schulz of Havana Illinois. Also surviving are grandchildren, great grandchildren, and brother Jack Weeks of Carmen Illinois.

She is preceded in death by her parent, 4 sisters and 1 grandchild.

Private family services will be held. Memorials may be made to the Fulton or Mason County animal shelter in Joyce’s name.

Donna Bixler

Donna  E. (Fellers) Bixler, 93, of Greenville, passed away Friday afternoon, September 25, 2026 at Everhart Hospice in Greenville, Ohio.  She was born December 31, 1932 to Henry and Claribel (Shade) Fellers.  She married Gene Bixler on December 27, 1955.  Donna worked for the Ansonia School District having retired in 1997.  She was a member of Teegarden Congregational Church near Ansonia where she was deeply involved with children's ministry in thel 60s, 70s and early 80s. She is survived by her three children, sons, William (Antonia) Bixler of Greenville, Mark A. Bixler of Canton, IL; a daughter, Debbie (Dan) Cox of Naples, FL; grandchildren, Emilie Cox of Chicago, IL, Cody Bixler of Dayton, Maddie Cox of Orlando, FL, Javi Bixler of Dayton, and Gianna Bixler of Greenville. She is also survived by her brothers Jack (Connie) Fellers of Englewood, OH, Jim (Debbi) Fellers of Casa Grande, AZ and sister Marilyn Fellers of Greenville.  Also surviving are several nieces and nephews and their families.  She was preceded in death by her parents Henry and Claribel, her husband Gene and her sisters Mary Esther Wilson, Betty Lou Mixon, Peggy Fellers, Karolyn Fellers and brothers in law Bob Wilson and Ben Mixon. The family will receive friends at Teegarden Congregational Christian Church near Ansonia on Saturday from 10 - 11 a.m. Services will follow the visitation at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 3 at the church, with Pastor Eric Knight officiating. Burial will follow in the Teegarden Cemetery. The family request that memorial contributions be given to the the Teegarden Congregational Church of near Ansonia or Everheart Hospice of Greenville. Arrangements have been entrusted with Kreitzer Funeral Home in Arcanum, Ohio.

David Alan Senner

David Alan Senner, age 62 of Canton, IL died peacefully at his home on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at 6:03 pm. He was born on January 12, 1962 in Galesburg, IL. The son of Arthur and Dorris (Nicholson) Senner.

Surviving David is his daughter, Chyann (Jaroye) Shaw of Longview TX; two granddaughters, Gi’Anna and A’Mora Shaw; two sisters, Deena (Paul) Allen of Henderson, IL, and Pamela Firestone of Coulterville, IL; and one brother, Arthur W. Senner of Henderson, IL.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

David graduated from Galesburg Highschool. He then worked for Butlers from 1994-2003 for, before he went on to work at Morton Metal Craft in Morton, IL.

He relished to fish and collect hot wheels.

Cremation rites have been entrusted to Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory. A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. To leave an online condolence, please go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Kimberly J. West

Kimberly J. West. 69, of Canton, passed away, Monday, September 21, 2026, at Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.

She was born in Buffalo New York, on June 27, 1957, to Augustine John Dailey, and Ruth Patricia (Kean) Dailey. They precede her in death as well as a brother, Wayne Thomas Dailey.

She is survived by two children, Sky West Horwedel, and Patrick (Samantha) West, two siblings, Michael Dailey, and Christine Dailey, four grandchildren, and two great grandchildren.

Kim worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse specializing in home health care services.

Kim devoted her life to prayer and faith in Jesus above all else.

Cremation rites will be accorded with Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton.

Ashley Keefauver

Ashley Keefauver, 42, of Canton, passed away at 10:16 PM on Monday, September 21, 2026 at her home. She was born on December 27, 1983 in Canton, IL, to Bruce Robinson and Stacy Fleming.

She is preceded in death by her mom.

She is survived by two children, Shyla Davis and Leeloo Terry; one brother, James (Angela) Davis; two sisters, Christina (Matt) Switzer and Destinee Robinson; three nephews, Abel, Cody “Bug” (Emily), and Johnathan; two nieces, Tari and Stacy; lifelong friend, Julianna Thornton; and many other nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Ashley Loved her kids and her family. Her favorite holiday was Halloween. She enjoyed storms and being outdoors. She was known as a loving mother and always being there for anyone for help.

Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Cremation rites will be accorded through Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Memorials may be made to her family to help with expenses. To leave and online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Donna Jean Fawcett

Donna Jean Fawcett, 79, of Havana, IL (formerly of Lincoln, IL) passed away at 2:14 a.m. on Friday, September 18th, 2026 at Mason District Hospital in Havana, IL. She was born on September 25th, 1946 to Roger and Laura Mae (Hoerr) Rowe in Pekin, IL. She married Dale Dean Fawcett on February 14th, 1999.

She is survived by her children, Phillip John (JoLynn) Marcum Sr. of Manito, IL, Todd (Meredith Dehner) Marcum of Bloomington, IL, Randall (Kimberly) Rinehart of Oswego, IL, and Crystal (Shane) Alley of Lincoln, IL. Her grandchildren, Jason (Janie) Philipp of Elsie, MI, Phillip J. (Trisha) Marcum Jr. of Mesa, AZ, LaDonna Marcum of KS, Kristian (Abigail) Sanders of Warren, IL, Taylor (Joe Wethington) Sanders of Lanark, IL, Natalyn Dehner-Marcum of Bloomington, IL, Lillian Dehner-Marcum of Bloomington, IL, Nathanial (Megan) Rinehart of Plano, IL, Christian Rinehart of Oswego, IL, Alexandria (Bryce) Mappin of Bristol, IL., Elizabeth (Timothy Collier) Rinehart of Yorkville, IL, Arielle Alley of London, UK, Adrienne (Christian) Sandel of Monticello, IL, thirteen great-grandchildren, and sister, Judy (Late David) Flairty of Hanna City, IL.

She is preceded in death by her parents and husband.

Donna graduated from Forman High School in 1964. Most of her career was spent working for Lehn & Fink as a chemical worker. Donna took great pride in being a union steward for the United Chemical Workers Union 316. She served as an officer and safety delegate. Later, she started her own cleaning business in which she managed until she retired.

Her hobbies included jewelry making, ceramics, and being involved in activities with her church family. She was admired for her party planning and decorating. She loved the outdoors and spent many hours birdwatching, flower gardening, riding ATV’s through the countryside, and volunteering at the Nature Center. What she loved most was cooking and celebrating the holidays with family.

Visitation will be held Saturday, September 26, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Grace Baptist Church in Havana, IL followed by the memorial service. Graveside service will take place directly after at Laurel Hill Cemetery in Havana, IL. Pastor Mike Henson will officiate the service.

Memorials may be made to the Grace Baptist Church of Havana or Mason District Hospital Foundation. Online condolences may be left at www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com.