Dean Henry Vander Baan

Dean Henry Vander Baan, 66, of Lewistown, IL, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday afternoon, October 20, 2026. He was born on June 24, 1960, in Worcester, MA, to John Henry and Marjorie (Whalen) Vander Baan. In 2020, he married Amy Moss in Maui, HI.

Dean is survived by his mother, Marjorie, and stepfather, James Fournier, of Venice, FL; his wife, Amy Vander Baan of Lewistown, IL; his five sons, Ben (Deanna) Vander Baan of Parrish, FL, Steven (Gabrielle) Vander Baan of Plainfield, IL, David (Jessica) Vander Baan of Chicago, IL, Kristopher Vander Baan of Sunrise, FL, and Drew (Carra) Moss of Joliet, IL; four grandchildren, Kaylianne Rose Vander Baan, Austin Vander Baan, William Dean Vander Baan, and Lucas Vander Baan; his sister, Linda (Jeff) Vellenga of Grand Rapids, MI; and two nephews, Jake (Jennah) Vellenga of Rockford, MI, and John Henry Vellenga of Grand Rapids, MI.

Dean was preceded in death by his father, John Henry Vander Baan.

While attending Whitinsville Christian School in Massachusetts, Dean spent his weekends with his grandmother, whom he called “Nana.” He began swimming at age 10 and continued through his graduation from Calvin University in Grand Rapids, MI. At the age of 12, he discovered a deep love for the game of golf when he first became a caddie. He was a longtime member of White Eagle Golf Club in Naperville, where he could always be counted on to read a putt.

Dean earned his bachelor’s degree in business in 1982 and went on to earn his master’s degree in marketing in 1990 from the University of Colorado. He began his career with Supreme Disposal which was acquired by Waste Management in 1989. His career spanned 40 years until his retirement in 2023. He served as an Area Vice President for many years before spending his final 14 years in business development.

Dean enjoyed snow and water skiing, scuba diving, hunting, and especially sport fishing. He loved his daily crosswords and sudoku puzzles, and he took joy in teaching survival skills to the Boy Scouts. Most of all, he loved family gatherings and bringing his family together. Dean cherished his friends, his family, his adoring wife, and above all, his Lord and Savior.

“I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” Psalm 23:6

Per Dean’s wishes, there will be no services. Cremation rites have been entrusted to Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Whitinsville Christian School Endowment Fund in Whitinsville, MA, or to Calvin University in Grand Rapids, MI. To leave an online condolence, visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Soli Deo Gloria

Johnie A. Fanning

Johnie A. Fanning, 79, of Lewistown passed away at 10:50 PM Friday October 23, 2026 at Graham Hospital in Canton.

He was born February 21, 1947 at Browning, MO; the son of Algie and Mary (Watson) Fanning. He married Terry (Bainter) Markley on October 22, 1994 at Little America. She survives. Also surviving are three daughters, April (Chris) Hummel of Lewistown, Wendy Dainty of Pekin, and Shelley (John) Hocking of Lewistown, nine grandchildren, Brittany (Corby) Taylor, Colin (Elli) Hummel, Ashley Economos, Zain Dainty, Blain Myers, Jake Myers, Ella Spratt, Lauren (Tyler) Marsh, and Elise Hocking, and seven great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, and three sisters.

Johnie worked at the former Ashland (Sherex) chemical plant now known as Evonik as a master mechanic for over 36 years. He was a member of the South Fulton Tractor Club. Johnie enjoyed restoring John Deere tractors and carpentry projects. He was a perfectionist at both.

A graveside service and burial of ashes will be held at 12 noon Friday October 30th at Oak Hill Cemetery at Lewistown with Pastor Kevin VanTine officiating.  A meal will follow the service at the Lewistown VFW Post. Memorial contributions may be made to Lewistown VFW Post 5001 ladies auxiliary. Online condolences may be made at henrylange.com.

Marilyn K. Towery-Welch

Marilyn K. Towery-Welch, 78, of Lewistown passed away at 9:15 PM Thursday October 22, 2026 at Graham Hospital in Canton.

She was born March 12, 1948 at Canton, the daughter of Earl V. and Margaret (Smith) Moore. She married David R. Towery on February 15, 1970 at Lewistown. He died August 26, 2005, and she was also preceded in death by her parents. Marilyn married Patrick Welch on June 26, 2010 at Lewistown and he survives. Also surviving are two sons, Bill (Melissa) Towery of St. David, and Tom Towery of Lewistown, two granddaughters, Ariel Marilyn Towery, and Ashlyn Jay Towery both of Bloomington, two step daughters, Angela Carlile of Cedar Rapids, IA; and Elizabeth Welch of Galesburg.

Marilyn worked for 30 years at Day & Palin IGA as the Assistant Front End Manager. She was a member of the Lewistown United Methodist Church, Job’s Daughters, and Eastern Star. She enjoyed watching Illinois Basketball, and the Chicago Cubs. Marilyn was the Secretary for the Lewistown Community High School class of 1966 and she took great pride in that. She also enjoyed watching her boys and her granddaughters sporting events.

A private family graveside service and burial will be held Wednesday October 28th at Oak Hill Cemetery in Lewistown with Pastor Shane Smith officiating. Visitation will be held from 5-7 PM Tuesday October 27th at the Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown. Memorial Contributions may be made to American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be made at henrylange.com.

James A. Hopkins

James A. “Hoppy” Hopkins, 84, of Rushville, IL, passed away at 2:32 pm on Thursday, October 22, 2026 at Mount Sterling Health and Rehab Center in Mount Sterling, IL. He was born on July 27, 1942 in Bernadotte Township, Fulton County, IL, the son of Harold and Cora Bea (Lashbrook) Hopkins. Hoppy married Karen Gossage on August 18, 1961 in Rushville, IL.  She survives.

Also surviving are three daughters; Tangy (and Chuck) Stienacher of Modesto, IL, Dixie Hopkins of Ray, IL and Melinda Hopkins of Quincy, IL, one son; Allen Hopkins of Rushville, nine grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, and two brothers; Fred Hopkins and Orson Dean Hopkins of Astoria, IL.

He was preceded in death by two brothers; Harold Eddie Hopkins and Gary Hopkins.

Hoppy and Karen celebrated 65 years of marriage and together they built the JK4 Ranch.   He loved horses and enjoyed trail rides, fun shows and sorting team events. He also enjoyed raising cattle and catfish, fishing and hunting.

He was a coal miner for AMAX Coal Company, working at the Sun Spot Mine in Vermont, Illinois for over 30 years.  Hoppy also worked for D and M Construction and was a heavy equipment operator.  Karen and Hoppy also owned and operated the Country Style Café in Rushville and the Rushville Sale Barn Café for a number of years.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 31st at 11:00 a.m. at JK4 Ranch, 17477 Richie Branch Road, Rushville, IL.  It will be a wiener roast and the family requests that you bring your lawn chairs.  Memorials in Hoppy’s memory may be given to the Alzheimer’s Association and may be sent to Shawgo Memorial Home, P.O. Box 525, Astoria, IL  61501.

John William Martin

John William Martin, 84, of Farmington, IL, passed away at 1:07 PM on Friday, October 23, 2026 at UChicago Medicine in Chicago, IL. He was born on September 14, 1942 in Fairfield, Iowa, to John Virgil and Rosetta (Ranard) Martin. He married Faye Carter on September 14, 1963 in Green Rock, IL. She preceded him in death.

He is also preceded in death by his parents; one son, John E. Martin; one brother, Kenny; and four sisters, Karlene, Ruby, Betty, and Judy.

He is survived by two children, Lesa (Jasen) Fuller of Farmington and Dr. John C. (Dr. Erin) Martin of Trivoli, nine grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren.

John worked and retired as an operating engineer for local 150 in Rock Island. He enjoyed restoring and building cars.

John was a Veteran of the United States Army and proudly served his country.

Celebration of Life and burial at Rock Island National Cemetery with military honors will be held at a later date. Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. To leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Beverley Osborn

Beverley L. Osborn, 87, of Cuba, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026 at the Clayberg Nursing Home in Cuba.

She was born on November 1, 1938 in Edwards to Gilbert and Lucille (Callear) Snider.

She married Elmer Doubet and later married Harlan Osborn. They preceded her in death along with one son, Earl Doubet and one sister, Lillian Gilmore.

Surviving are her children, Andy (Cindy) Doubet of MO, Chris (Sandy) Doubet of Galesburg, Mark (Dana) Doubet of Norris, grandchildren, Valarie (Ryan) Hopps, Aaron (Bob) Doubet, Bryce Doubet, Step grandchild, Justin Pressnell, great grandchildren, Ashely Doubet, Gage Hopps, Layton Doubet, Rowyn Doubet, step great grandchildren, Kaiser Pressnell, Ryker Pressnell, Dalila Pressnell and great great grandchildren, Gracen Hallmark, Harmony Hallmark and Arlo Hopps.

Together with her husband Beverley worked on the family farm. Later she worked for the Senior Center in Cuba. She enjoyed working in her vegetable and flower gardens and had all of the family get involved. Most of all she was a loving mother, grandmother and friend to all.

Per her wishes cremation rites have been accorded through Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton. There will be no services. Her ashes will be laid to rest at the Fiatt Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Wounded Warrior Program.

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

Keith Lindsey

Keith E. Lindsey, 96, of Canton passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 22, 2026 at the Graham Hospital in Canton with his family and friends by his side.

He was the born the second son of Ralph Lindsey and Iola Louise (Fulton) Lindsey Blair.

He graduated from Lewistown Community High School in 1948 and served in the Illinois National Guard.

He married Joyce Scott on June 22, 1952 in Havana. She preceded him in death on March 5, 2018.

Keith worked nearly all of his 96 years. He always said he got his social security card at the age of 7. He worked at a local bowling alley setting pins and for a tailor and dry cleaner early on. He mended his own clothing his whole life until threading the needle became too difficult. In High School he was voted “best dressed male”. Many varied jobs followed. After marrying Joyce, he worked at the Cottonwood Service Station near their home in Lewistown. Next, he was employed by CB & Q railway where he said he had to wear a “big gun” when it was time for the train to deliver the mail. He then learned welding at Letourneau Westinghouse in Peoria. He was employed for many years by Kroger Company working in the produce Department. He told stories about the strange insects he found in the crates of bananas that were delivered including a tarantula. He was also Produce Manager for Willards Fooditorium in Lewistown. Other employment over the years included United Electric Coal Company, Management of Willards True Value Hardware upon opening in Lewistown, Freeman United Coal Company and Interstate Bakery (Butternut) from where he retired. But he truly didn’t retire. He mowed lawns for people in Canton as he loved being outside. He also worked as a vendor for Little Debie Snacks and even after that he rode with vendor Rick Sprecher once weekly enjoying his companionship and socialization. Keith enjoyed fishing and golf. In his later years he was well known for making tasty treats which he shared with neighbors and friends. He was a member of the Lewistown Masonic Lodge where he served as Worshipful Master in 1971. He was also a member of the United Mine Workers and Teamsters Unions.

Surviving is his daughter, Debra (Joe) Maxwell of Mapleton, Grandsons, Jeff (Fiancée Carmen Reyna) Maxwell, Scott (Anne) Maxwell, great grandchildren, Abby (Rich) Pare, Jacob Wilkins, Brock Maxwell, Blake Maxwell, Bodey Maxwell, great greatgrandchildren, Kassidy Pare, Kennedy Pare and Keaton Pare. Also surviving is his brother, Kenneth Lindsey, a half- sister, Sandra Bailey and half-brothers, Jim (Susie) Lindsey and Ron (Dee) Lindsey.

He was preceded in death by his parents, step father, Arthur (Pete) Blair and half-brother, Raymond Lindsey.

Keith and Joyce vacationed in many U.S. States from Maine to the California coast. He was a lifetime fan of Mickey Mouse and shook his hand during a Disney World visit in 1989. He cherished his wonderful family which grew from just one daughter and was so proud of their accomplishments. He also loved his close neighbors very much and they loved and will miss him.

He was a member of the Illinois Street Christian Church in Lewistown.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 11 am at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton with a visitation held from 10-11 am at the funeral home. A private Masonic Service will be held prior to the visitation. Burial of his ashes will follow the funeral at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Lewistown.

Memorials may be made to the Christian Community Center in Lewistown or the Lewistown Masonic Lodge.

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