Larry G. Mason

Larry G. Mason, age 86 of Ipava, Illinois, passed away at 2:42 a.m. Saturday, October 10, 2026 in the Emergency Room at Graham Hospital in Canton, Illinois. He was born on May 11, 1940 in Cass Township, Fulton County, Illinois, the son of Blake and Sylvia (Melvin) Mason. He married Rosemary Stambaugh on July 17, 1998 in Summum, Illinois. She survives.

Also surviving are two daughters, Jeanie (Scott Clemens) Davis and Jennifer Blickenstaff, both of Astoria, Illinois, six grandchildren; Austin (Deena Parr) Davis, Brittany (Kole Wilmot) Poppenhager, Hunter Poppenhager, Braden Davis, Brenna (Elijah Allen) Davis, and Mason Blickenstaff, four great-grandchildren; Scarlett Poppenhager, Emersyn Davis, Huttsyn Davis, and Harper Allen, one sister Pat Benns of Pinckneyville, Illinois, one brother Lynn Mason of Havana, Illinois and several nieces and nephews.

Larry was preceded in death by two grandsons, Kirk Schoonover and Brandon Stephens, and two brothers, Lyle and Charlie Mason.

He worked and retired from Caterpillar Tractor Company after more than 30 years of service. He also farmed.

Larry loved to mow his yard and took great pride in its appearance. He enjoyed fishing, ice fishing, Harley Davidson motorcycles and traveling.

He loved his grandchildren and spending time with them.

Services will be held on Friday, October 16th at 10:30 a.m. at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Pastor Matthew Thiner will officiate. Visitation will take place on Thursday, October 15th from 5-7 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Summum Cemetery. Memorials in Larry’s memory may be given to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Shawgo Memorial Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

Everett P. Palmer

Everett P. Palmer, 84 of Canton, IL passed away at 12:47 pm on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at Renaissance Rehabilitation and Healthcare. He was born August 25, 1942 to Alvin and Dora (Carlson) Palmer in Peoria, IL.

Surviving Everett are his cousins; Sue (Don) Gilbert of East Peoria, IL, and Marilyn (Jack) Rosenberg of Moline, IL.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his infant brother Gary, and the love of his life, Sandra Williams.

Everett graduated from Farmington High School, and lived in Peoria, IL for 38 years. Peoria is where he met the late Sandra Williams, the absolute love of his life. One of the highest points of his life was in January of 1971 in Chicago, IL when he seen his movie idol, Katharine Hepburn, in a play and got to meet her after the play in her dressing room. This and a letter from her, he treasured for the rest of his life.

He worked at the Hotel Pere Marquette in Peoria, where he retired after 38 years of service.

A private graveside service will take place at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Farmington, IL. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. To leave an online condolence, please go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

David N. Fornoff

David Nelson Fornoff, 84, of Havana, passed away at his home at 10:54 a.m. on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. He was born on January 25, 1942, in Pekin, Illinois, to Nelson Henry and Melora B. (Burgett) Fornoff.

Dave is survived by his children, Grant (Kim) Fornoff of Kilbourne, Shelley (James) Scaggs of Glen Carbon, and Mark (Karen) Fornoff of Havana; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; siblings, James Fornoff of Havana and Laurel Ann (Leon) Finch of Suwanee, Georgia; and longtime companion, Donna Russell. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandson, Clayton Fornoff.
Dave was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bath. He founded and owned Fornoff Fertilizer in 1962, building the business from the clothes on his back. After approximately 35 years of building and working at Fornoff Fertilizer Service, Inc., Dave expanded his love for agriculture by adding farming to his many accomplishments, an endeavor in which he also found success.
Dave was a dedicated supporter of his community, always willing to give his time, financial support, and even his employees’ time whenever a need arose. His generosity could be seen at nearly every Kilbourne Celebration, where his business had its beginnings. He chaired numerous committees for town celebrations, school functions, and agricultural organizations. Dave had a soft spot for anyone in need and was always willing to lend a helping hand wherever it was needed.
He was a pilot and member of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, a charter member of the Kilbourne Fire Department, and a Balyki Optimist. He also served as past president of the Illinois Fertilizer and Chemical Association and remained on its board for several years. He was a member of the Western Illinois Tractor Club.
Outside of his work and community involvement, Dave enjoyed hunting, spending time outdoors, and taking drives—especially when they gave him a chance to check on the crops. Above all, he enjoyed spending time with family and friends.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to all those who helped care for Dave.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Hurley Funeral Home in Havana. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bath, with visitation one hour prior to the service, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Brian Lesemann will officiate. Burial will follow the service at St. John’s Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made in Dave’s name to the Kilbourne Fire Department or Grace Lutheran Academy. Online condolences may be left for his family at www.hurleyfh.com.
Hurley Funeral Home in Havana is in charge of arrangements.

Dale W. Sollenberger

Dale W. Sollenberger, 89, of Brimfield, passed away at 8:47 a.m., on Monday, October 5, 2026, at Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, IL.

Dale was born September 3, 1937, in Brimfield, to Charles and Hazel (Cadwell) Sollenberger. Dale married Nona Cheney on May 12, 1956, in Peoria, IL. She preceded him in death on June 18, 2016.

Dale is survived by his significant other, Jeanne Challacombe; two children, Nancy (Tom) Satterfield of Brimfield, and Sue (Ken) Fishel of Brimfield, and one brother, Roger Sollenberger; eight grandchildren, Stacy, Michael, Mindy, David, Clint, Kristen, Deanna, and Cary Jo; and seven great-grandchildren, Eddie, Emma, Elissa, Dylan, Carson, Karen, Addison, and one-on-the-way.

Dale was also preceded in death by his parents; and three children, Brenda Sollenberger, Karen Karl, and Jeff Sollenberger; and one sister, Shirley Burrows.

In his earlier years, Dale was a bowling pin-setter at Ewalt’s Roller Skating Rink and Bowling Alley in Brimfield. He also helped farm for Archie Spillman.

Dale then went on to work as a semi-tractor trailer driver for Central Transfer in Brimfield, Chipper-Cartage in Peoria, McLean Trucking Company, and Admiral Home Appliances. He was a Teamster #627 for 38 years and retired in October 1994.

Dale was very involved in the Brimfield Community. He made doughnuts at Casey’s in Brimfield. He drove the bus, worked in the cafeteria, and served as a crossing guard for the Brimfield School District. He also was a volunteer fireman for Brimfield Fire Department for 55 years.

Dale also enjoyed fishing, loved dancing, and attending stock car races with his brother, Roger.

Cremation rites have been accorded through Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Elmwood. A visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Elmwood. A private burial of Dale’s ashes will be held at a later date at Brimfield Township Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Brimfield Fire Department.

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

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

Margery A. Hrecko

Margery A. Hrecko, 92, of Canton, passed away at 11:08 AM on Monday, October 5, 2026 at Graham Hospital in Canton, IL. She was born in Chicago, IL, to Charles and Agnus Stoll. She married Mike Hrecko on August 6, 1955 in Chicago, IL. He preceded her in death on May 3, 2009.

She is also preceded in death by her parents; one son, David Hrecko; and 5 siblings.

She is survived by two daughters, Donna Hrecko and Doreen Fitch; two grandchildren, Nicole Fitch and John (Corinna) Fitch; one great-grandchild, Caleb Fitch; several nieces and nephews; also, her friend from The Loft, Denee Ivey.

Margery enjoyed playing cards at the Rec Center at Big Creek Park with her friends, Bev, Pam, Jean, and Phyllis. She also enjoyed quilting, puzzles, crocheting and knitting.

Funeral service will be held at 12:00 PM on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Visitation will be held the same day at the funeral home from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Pastor Micah Garnett will officiate. Burial will follow service at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton, IL. Memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church in Canton, IL. To leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com