Rodney L. Malone

Rodney L. Malone, 57, of Canton, IL died on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 10:53 pm at his home. He was born on April 7, 1969 in Canton to Arthur and Jeanetta (Clark) Malone, they preceded him in death.

Surviving Rodney are his children; Trevor Malone of Canton, IL, Anthony Malone of Canton, IL, Russell “Bucky” Brookman of Canton, IL, and Tresha Brookman of Canton, IL; one brother, Tom (Kim) Malone of Canton, IL; fifteen grandchildren, one great-great grandchild; and Martha Malone of Canton, IL.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Tim Malone, and two grandchildren.

Rodney was a mechanic for most of his life. He loved animals, he liked to fish, and he enjoyed working on cars.

A funeral service will be held at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton on Friday, October 23, 2026 at 12:00 pm with a visitation beginning at 10:00 am. Rev, Curtis Atchley will officiate. Burial will follow services at the Greenwood Cemetery in Canton, IL. Memorials may be made to a college fund for Rodney’s grandchildren at MidAmerica National Bank in Canton, IL. Online condolences may be made at www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com.

Marvin Newman

Marvin Newman, 95 of Canton, passed away on Saturday October 17, 2026, at his home in Canton.

He was born on March 19, 1931 in Knoxville, Iowa to Jerry and Evelyn (Spragg) Newman. They preceded him in death as well as a granddaughter, Jocelyn Sale, and two sisters, Loretta Carr and Carolyn Underwood.

Marvin married Rayma (Holcomb) Newman on December 13, 1952 at her parent’s home in Marshalltown Iowa. They shared 66 years of marriage before she preceded him in death on November 10, 2019.

Surviving are five children, Gail (Johnny) Sale, Dan (Debra) Newman, Wendy (Robin) Raymer, Linda (the late Matthew) Dunlap, and Jeremy (Deborah) Newman, thirteen grandchildren, Jessica (Tony) Trad, Jenise (Chris) Jones, Jordan (Kelly) Sale, Janna (Derek) Kaminski, Jameson (Sierra) Sale, Jonathan (Kyra) Sale, Miranda Raymer, Isabelle Raymer, Brooklyn Raymer, Solomon (Teagan) Dunlap, Ava Newman, and Isaac Newman, fourteen great grandchildren, one great great grandchild and many nieces nephews and cousins

Marvin was one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, belonging to the Kingdom Hall in Canton.

Marvin was a hardworking man who took great pride in his work and the things he accomplished throughout his life. He worked as a union plasterer for several years before owning and operating Newman Plastering for many years. Marvin truly loved his trade and was dedicated to his craft, continuing to plaster well into his later years, even at the age of 86. He enjoyed working with his hands and took great satisfaction in creating something lasting. Over the years, he completed many projects at local Kingdom Halls and enjoyed putting his creativity and skills to use. Marvin also loved working on his own home, always finding another project to tackle and seeing each one through to completion. When he wasn't working, he enjoyed gardening and tending to the fruit and nut trees at his home. Whether he was working on a project or caring for his trees, Marvin found joy in staying busy and taking pride in all that he did.

A memorial service will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Canton on Saturday October 24, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall. David Blundy will officiate the service.

Memorials may be made to Canton congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses

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

Ronald Taylor

Ronald G. Taylor, 85, of Liverpool passed away at 8:51 AM Sunday October 18, 2026 at his home.

He was born September 22, 1941 at Canton the son of Glenn and Helen (Bartlett) Taylor. He married Margaret A. Blewett on September 22, 1967 at Lacon. She died January 7, 2021. He was also preceded in death by his parents, and one sister. Surviving are seven children, Susan (Eric) Freeman of Lewistown, Buddy Taylor and daughter-in-law, Jamee (Justin) Taylor of Lewistown, Tracy Warner of Tampa, FL; Kevin Sexton of Taylorville, Rhonda (Alan) Riley of Snicarte, Kim Gagnon of Hesperia, CA; and Joe Blair of Morton, eight grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren.

Ronald worked as a coal miner at both the Buckheart and the Industry coal mines and retired from the UMWA Local 7455. He then became a heavy equipment operator and retired from IUOE Local 649. He enjoyed building cars, welding, fabricating, motorcycles, going to drag races, and spending time with his family.

Cremation will be accorded. A visitation will be held from 5-7 PM Friday October 23rd at the Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown. There will be a private family graveside service held at a later date in Liverpool Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Kenneth A. Barker

Kenneth A. Barker passed away at 8:35 a.m., on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at Goldwater Care in Roseville, IL. Kenneth was born August 25, 1945, in Canton, to Carl and Letha (Saunders) Barker. Kenneth married Linda Crowe on October 23, 1964, in Lewistown. She survives.

Kenneth is also survived by one son, Kenneth A. Barker II of Mapleton; five sisters, Jeannine Melvin, Naomi Mason, Roberta Dieckow, Sherryll Dieckow, and Carole O’Brien; and two grandchildren, Clint Barker and Makenna Barker.

Kenneth is preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Robert Barker.

Kenneth was an Accounting Clerk at Caterpillar for 30 years. He also farmed.

Cremation rites have been accorded. There will be no services at this time.

To leave online condolences, please visit oakshinesfuneralhome.com

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

Doris A. Taylor

Doris A. Taylor 90, of Canton passed away, Thursday October 15, 2026, at her home in Canton.

She was born in Woodson Illinois to Rev. Fines and Florence (Weiss) Main. They preceded her in death, as well as, one brother, Richard Main two sisters, Betty Hobbs and Janet Melbourn.

Doris married Harold Taylor on June 24, 1956. They shared 49 years of marriage before he preceded her in death on April 28, 2006.

She is survived by three children, Diane Bell, David (Casey) Taylor, and Kenny Taylor, five grandchildren, Jeremy (Kisha Stambaugh) Taylor, Cydni (Chase Bryant) Bell, Alexander Taylor, and Vicotria Taylor, Austin Payne three great grandchildren, Elli Taylor, Tate Bryant, and Maverick Bryant, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Doris was an active member of the First Chirstian Church where she was part of the Church choir. She also was part of the Spoon River College Community Choir.

Doris was a seamstress for her entire life. She was currently working at Di’s Boutique in Canton with her daughter Diane.

She enjoyed gardening, and traveling with her husband and later with her friends. Above all else Doris enjoyed spending time with her family.

A visitation will be held at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton. On Monday October 19, 2026 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday October 20, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.

Memorials may be made to First Christian Church in Canton or to the Humane Society of Fulton County.

Linda Susan Rilea

Linda Susan Rilea, 76, of Canton, passed away peacefully at 7:11 p.m., on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at Graham Hospital in Canton after a battle with metastatic breast cancer. Linda was born June 28, 1950, in Canton, to Junior and Phyllis (Smith) Powell. Linda married Roy Rilea on July 20, 1968 at the Baptist Church in Canton. He preceded her in death on December 21, 2007. Linda later went on to be with her companion, Joe Slayback. He preceded her in death on May 30, 2026.

Linda is survived by two children, Lucinda (David) Hammond of Maquon, and Melinda (the late Jonathan) Shaffer of Dunfermline; one brother, Charles (Laura) Powell; four grandchildren, Kyle Taylor, Tearza Taylor, Olivia Hammand, and Kimberly Jones; and five great-grandchildren, Ann Marie Vaughn, Dawson Vaughn, Makenna Taylor, Jayden Hammond, and Mattison Jones.

Linda is also preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Rachel Rilea; one sister, Jeannette Powell; and one grandchild, Matthew Hammond.

Linda worked at Spoon River Home Health and Help at Home for many years. She loved fishing, shopping, and going out-to-eat. She also had a love for all animals. She never met a stray she didn't try to help and love.

A funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton, with burial following at Maryville Cemetery in Bryant, IL. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Humane Society.

To view Linda’s video tribute or to leave online condolences, please visit oakshinesfuneralhome.com

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

Cathy L. Brennan

Cathy L. Brennan, 51, of Galesburg, passed away on Wednesday October 14, 2026 at Seminary Manor in Galesburg.

She was born in Galesburg to LeRoy Brennan and Terisa (Sanchez) Buck.

She is preceded in death by her father.

Cathy is survived by her mother and stepfather Terisa and Bill Buck of Smithfield, brother Kaiser (Holly) Downs of Bushnell, sister Jordan (Luke) Beekman of Macomb, aunts and uncles, Rose (Son Gabe) Medina of Galesburg, Jerry Sanchez of Galesburg, Harold Whiting of Burlington Iowa, Freda (Andy) Goodell of Marrietta, Joan (Todd) Justus of Missouri, Roger Whiting of Missouri, Wanda Goings of Belleville, Lorraine (Pat) Condon of South Carolina, Barbara (Bob) Genisio of Galesburg, and Audrey Huddleston of Galesburg, and numerous nieces and nephews and cousins.

Cathy worked at Settler’s Grove Senior Living in Knoxville. She loved to listen to music and could sing any song word for word. She loved taking cruises with her aunts and cherished the time she spent with all of her family.

Cremation rites will be accorded and a celebration of life will be held on Sunday October 25, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Settler’s Grove Senior Living 415 E Main St, Knoxville, IL 61448.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society