Dorothy Ruth Isbell

Dorothy Ruth (McAlister) Isbell, 96, of Hanna City, passed away, Friday, August 7, 2026, at Farmington Village in Farmington.

She was born in Roseville Township, in the Texas neighborhood, on February 21, 1930, to Clarence E. McAlister, and Clara “Bertie” (McMeen). They preceded her in death as well as a daughter Linda Fish, brother Everett, and four sisters, Zella, Pearl, Eleanor, and Edith

Dorothy married Dicky F. Isbell on October 8, 1948, in Hanna City, they shared 52 years of marriage before he passed away in 2000.

Dorothy is survived by five children, Gary (Debra) Isbell, Randy (Denise) Isbell, Brenda (Jim) Lamkin, Robert Isbell, and Jennifer (Dan) Bransfield, sixteen grandchildren, twenty-one great grandchildren, and five great great grandchildren.

Dorothy worked at Hanna City Grocery and Block & Kuhl in Peoria. She was an active member of Hanna City United Methodist Church, where she shared her love of music by playing piano for Sunday services, as well as weddings and funerals.

Dorothy studied piano at Bradley University and went on to teach countless students how to play throughout the years. Her love of writing and local history was also an important part of her life. She wrote articles, and two weekly columns for the Glasford Gazette, Hanna City News, and Hanna City United Methodist Church News. An accomplished writer and historian, Dorothy received the Studs Terkel Humanities Award in recognition of her accomplishments.

She authored books documenting the history of Hanna City, Pleasant Grove, Smithville, and Eden, preserving the stories and heritage of these communities for generations to come. Beyond her historical writing and journalism, Dorothy enjoyed reading and writing cards, letters, and poetry. She also had a deep interest in genealogy and spent countless hours researching family histories and carefully copying names from local cemeteries to help preserve genealogical records.

Through her music, writing, teaching, and dedication to preserving local history, Dorothy touched the lives of many and left behind a lasting legacy in the communities she loved.

A funeral service will be held at Hanna City United Methodist Church, on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. visitation will be held at the church starting at 2:00 p.m. until the time of the service. Burial will immediately follow at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Eden. An open house for the family will follow the committal service at the family home.

At Dorothy’s request memorials may be made to the Hanna City United Methodist Church or to Logan Trivoli Fire Department.

Michael Legenos

CANTON ~ Michael Robert Legenos, 46, of Canton, passed away at 11:31 a.m. Tuesday, August 4, 2026 in Chillicothe.

He was born on October 21, 1979 at Tripler Army Medical Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, a son of Michael J. and Sherry (Snyder) Legenos. Michael married his cherished wife Elizabeth Hay on October 5, 2024 in Peoria. She survives.

Michael is also survived by his mother, Sherry (Robert) Marsden of Placerville, California; his father, Michael J. Legenos of Port Charlotte, Florida; three sisters, Megan (Craig) Knapp of Norton, Kansas, Meredith (Tyler) Renaghan of Winnetka and Kay (Lucas) Chapman of Half Moon Bay, California; two brothers, Ian (Cassandra) Marsden of Santa Clara, California and William Marsden of Palo Alto, California; maternal grandparents, Robert G. (Julie J.) Snyder of Chillicothe; paternal grandmother, Julie Legenos of Shelton, Connecticut; favorite auntie, Deb (Michael) Damore of South Burlington, Vermont; three uncles, Martin (Linda) Legenos of Wallkill, New York, Mark Legenos of Madison, Connecticut, and Jeff (Cindy) Legenos, East Berlin, Pennsylvania; mother-in-law, Linda Hay of Pekin; brother-in-law, Doug (Mary) Hay of Pekin.

Michael found the greatest joy in being the proudest uncle to Isabella, Charlotte, Conlyn, Odin, Axel, Oakes, Harris, Sebastian, Frances, Charles, Louise, Jack, Harper Lee, Dillion, Lauryn, Evan, Madison, and numerous cousins.

He spent the last ten years as a passionate caregiver, and prior to that spent his career in the technology industry.

Michael was an avid fan of the Oakland A’s (against aunte Deb's best wishes) , Chicago Bears, Golden State Warriors, and San Jose Sharks. He enjoyed fishing, glamping, surfing in California, world history, military history and equipment.

Nothing brought Michael more joy then being the best "Bunkle Michael" and "Manny" to all his most beloved nieces and nephews. Endless bear hugs, sleepovers, and the most iconic "Chucky Dance" from Goonies, are just a few amazing memories we will hold onto forever. Michael Michael Motorcycle was his greatest childhood nickname. He was the most incredible brother, an out of this world friend, and a Grand Champion Napper. Michael was a builder of things, moments, and memories that will forever be with the people he loved most.

Michael loved volunteering with the Humane Society of Fulton County and being a foster pet dad. He had a contagious personality that infected anyone who had the privilege to meet him. His smile lit up any room that he entered. Michael will be greatly missed by all that met him. He was of the Methodist Faith.

Cremation has been entrusted to Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin. A gathering celebrating his life will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions in honor of Michael may be directed to the Humane Society of Fulton County, 22988 Illinois Route 9, Canton, Illinois 61520 or to Freedom Paws Service Dogs Foundation, 5407 East Cambron Avenue, Chillicothe, Illinois 61523.

Ronnie Lee Goodwin

Ronnie Lee Goodwin, 79, of Hanna City, passed away at 6:15 AM on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, IL. He was born on April 28, 1947 in Peoria, IL, to Howard and Shirley (Hatton) Goodwin. He married Robbie Rogers on December 29, 1987 in Peoria, IL. She preceded him in death on October 11, 2018.

He is also preceded in death by his parents.

Ronnie is survived by two children, Kristina (Stanley) Halter of Germantown Hills, IL, Timothy (Debra) Goodwin of Colorado Springs, CO; one step-son, Bryan (Michelle) Van Lanningham of Princeville, IL; five grandchildren, Aulexandra Goodwin, Joshua Halter, Austin Van Lanningham, Brandon Van Lanningham, and Jacie Halter; one sister, Nancy (Bob) Everette; one nephew, Bradley Everette; one great niece. Samantha Everette; and one great nephew, Jackson Everette. 

Ronnie worked at retired from Caterpillar in the tool crib after 31 years. He was a member of the Bartonville American Legion. He enjoyed collecting eagles. He also loved to be with his grandkids.

Cremation rites will be accorded with Endsley-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Bartonville, IL. Burial will take place at a later date at Lutheran Cemetery in Peoria, IL. Memorials may be made to OSF Hospice. To leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

William "Bill" L. Ostermeyer

William Lyman Ostermeyer, 81, of Kilbourne, Illinois, passed away on Monday, August 3, 2026.

Born on April 24, 1945, in Crawford, Nebraska, Bill was the son of Ralph and Dorothie Ostermeyer. He grew up on the family farm and could often be found with the animals or on a tractor. He graduated from Crawford High School, where he was active in athletics, music, and student leadership. After the death of his father in 1961, Bill assumed greater family responsibilities while completing his education.

Following graduation, Bill proudly served four years in the United States Navy, including two years stationed in Kodiak, Alaska, before receiving an honorable discharge.

Bill spent his career in the computer software industry, supporting national defense programs for government contractors while holding Confidential, Crypto, and Top Secret security clearances. His work included projects associated with Cheyenne Mountain in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and White Sands, New Mexico. He later retired from Caterpillar Inc.

Bill enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, mountain man rendezvous, and historical reenactments. One of his favorite adventures was returning to Alaska for a moose hunting trip. He was also an accomplished artist, especially in chalk and pencil drawing.

A lifelong Lutheran, Bill was baptized, confirmed, and married at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Crawford, Nebraska, where his grandparents, the Ostermeyer and Rauscher families, were among the founding members.

Bill is survived by his daughters, Wendy Koza of San Diego, California, and Taunya Rapley of Stuart, Florida; his grandchildren, Alyssa Koza, Reid Koza, Ryan Rapley, and Sawyer Rapley; and his sisters, Saundra Peterson and Cheryl McDuffie, both of Alliance, Nebraska.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in honor of Bill Ostermeyer to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675.

Bill will be remembered for his love of family, his faithful service to his country, his adventurous spirit, and his quiet strength.

Per Bill's wishes, cremation rites have been accorded and he will be buried in the Nebraska Veteran's Cemetery in Alliance, Nebraska.

Hurley Funeral Home in Havana is in charge of arrangements.