Norma Jean Clark

Norma Jean Clark, 93, of Havana, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 12:52 p.m. at Arcadia Care in Havana. She was born on August 19, 1932 in Springfield to Theodore and Mabel (Hahn) Kramer.

Mrs. Clark is survived by her son, Doug (Florence) Clark of Forest City; daughter-in-law, Cathy Clark of Manito; grandchildren, Justin and Brandon Clark, Luke and Jake Brooks, and Shawn Guilliams; and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Bruce Clark; and sister, Wanda Krause.
Mrs. Clark was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Havana. She taught home economics in Easton and San Jose, worked for the University of Illinois Extension, and later joined Forman Schools in 1969, where she remained until retirement. She also owned a quilt shop in Havana and enjoyed quilting and traveling, visiting Europe and Africa.
Mrs. Clark’s family would like to thank the staff at the Lodge in Manito and Arcadia Care for their excellent care.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Havana, with a visitation one hour prior to the service. Rev. Ian Heinze will officiate. Burial will follow the service at Laurel Hill Cemetery in Havana.
Memorial donations may be made in Mrs. Clark’s name to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church or the Lodge at Manito Activity Fund. Online condolences can be left for her family at www.hurleyfh.com.
Hurley Funeral Home in Havana is in charge of arrangements.

Cindy Peterman

Cindy Peterman, 69, of Cuba, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026 at OSF St Francis Hospital in Peoria.

She was born on November 17, 1956 in Peoria to James and Lenore (Powell) Neal. They preceded her in death.

She married Jim Peterman in Lewistown. He preceded her in death on May 20, 2009.

Surviving are two daughters, Kathy (Marcus) Beaty of Cuba, Brandy (Paul) Filip of Canton, one brother, Terry (Marsha) Neal of Monmouth, two sisters, Linda (the late Dale) Hall of Monmouth, Christine (Larry) Myers of Maryland. and grandchildren, Abby (Trent) Slayden, Jordan (Levi) Draughan, Cody (Dakota) Maxwell, Olivia Beaty, Chase (Danielle) Filip, Nicole Filip, great grandchildren, Henley, Walker, Della and Emry, sister-in-law, Rita Neal and her best friend, Paula Markley.

Her brother Jim also passed away on the same date as her.

Cindy was an extremely hard worker throughout her life working at the Canton Country Club and cleaning private homes. She retired from the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton after working for more than two decades, where she was more than just an employee, she became part of the family. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary in Cuba. She was skilled at making crafts and opened a booth on the Spoon River Scenic Drive for many years to sell her crafts. She was an avid Chicago Cubs and Bears fan.

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

The family will receive friends at the Cuba American Legion on Sunday, May 24, 2026 from 2-5 pm for a time of food and fellowship.

Memorials may be made to the Cuba American Legion Auxillary.

To leave online condolences please visit oakshinesfueralhome.com

Patricia A. Warner

Patricia A. Warner, 85, of Farmington, passed away at 1:23 p.m., on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Farmington Village Nursing and Rehabilitation.

She was born December 21, 1940, in Peoria, IL, to Charles and Pearl (DeFord) Patterson.

Patricia married Larry Warner on February 14, 1959, in Elmwood. He preceded her in death on March 24, 2002.

Patricia is survived by two children, Rick (Vicki) Warner of Elmwood and Rodney (Katrina) Warner of Maquon; one brother, Charles (Pam) Patterson; eight grandchildren, Erik “Toad” Young, Jennifer Craig, Kyle Linder, Cody Linder, Jacob Warner, Joshua “Skip” Warner, Benjamin Warner, and Molly Warner; and nine great-grandchildren.

Patricia is also preceded in death by her parents; and one daughter, Rhonda (Larry) Linder.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Friday, May 15, 2026, at Elmwood Township Cemetery. Food and fellowship will follow at the Yates City Community Center.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Elba-Salem Fire Department.

To leave online condolences, please visit oakshinesfueralhome.com

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

Gary Bloyd

Gary Bloyd, age 82 of Joplin, Missouri, passed away at 12:15 am March 17, 2026 at National Health Care in Joplin of natural causes. He was born October 6, 1943 at Graham Hospital in Canton, IL, the son V.K. and Ione (Howerter) Bloyd.

He leaves behind his wife, Judy (Keefauver) Bloyd. They were married 57 years. Also surviving are his children, Doug Bloyd of Ore City, Texas and Dee Bloomberg of Joplin, 5 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.

Gary worked at Caterpillar Tractor Company in Peoria, Illinois for 31 years until retiring. He was happiest when he was surrounded by his wife and family.

His final wishes were to be cremated and then return home to his final resting place in Ipava, Illinois. A memorial graveside service will be held on Saturday, May 30th at 10:30 am in the Ipava Cemetery. A Celebration of Gary’s Life will follow at the Ipava American Legion from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Gary’s memory may be made to the Ipava Masonic Lodge.

Daisy Sornson

Daisy M. Sornson, 95, of Farmington, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at Farmington Village.

She was born on December 1, 1930 in Trumann, Arkansas to John and Laura (Kemp) Casiday.

She married Grant Sornson on April 28, 1950 in Dyess Arkansas. He preceded her in death on May 31, 2012.

Surviving are her children, Al (Pamela) Sornson of Waco, TX, Myra (Kathy Weber) Sornson of Manito, one brother, J.D. Casiday, one sister, Marty Gann and one grandson, Shane.

Also preceding her in death is her brother, T.J. Casiday, sisters, Pat Phillips, Minnie Pitman, Evelyn Noble and Judy Frampton.

Daisy worked as a bus driver for the Farmington School District for 40 years. She was a member of the Farmington Moose, Farmington Bible Church and the Farmington American Legion Auxiliary. In her spare time, she enjoyed watching sports.

Cremation rites will be accorded with Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton. A graveside burial of her ashes will be held on Friday, May 8, 2026 at noon at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Farmington. The family will receive friends for a time of food and fellowship at the Farmington Moose from 10:30 until time of service on Friday.

Memorials may be made to Farmington Rescue Squad.

To leave online condolences please visit oakshinesfueralhome.com

Verlarose “Rosie” M. Lyons

Verlarose “Rosie” Marie Lyons, 78, of Havana, passed away at her home at 9:50 a.m. on Sunday, May 3, 2026 surrounded by her family. She was born on March 26, 1948 in Bath to Virgil and Mildred (Lacey) Blodgett. She married Earl Lyons on April 18, 1970 and he preceded her in death in 2019.

Rosie is survived by her daughter, Billie Jo (Mike Roth) Lyons of Havana; grandson, Quincey Adam French; siblings, Elizabeth (Donnie) Hughes of Bath; Rhonda (Spencer) Jones of Havana, Arlen (Kay) Blodgett of Havana, Lorie (Carroll) Whitmer of Cuba, and Randy Blodgett of Canton; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter, Rose Lea Blodgett; step-son, Stephen Lyons; and grandson, Zachory Taylor French.
Rosie was a stay-at-home mom and grandma. She enjoyed bird watching, feeding the squirrels in her yard, and spending time outside.
Cremation rites have been accorded and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made in Rosie’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association, American Cancer Society, or the American Heart Association. Online condolences can be left for her family at www.hurleyfh.com.
Hurley Funeral Home in Havana is in charge of arrangements.