Donna L, Dove

Donna Lucretia Dove, 65, of Fairbury, Illinois, passed away at 3:50 p.m. on Monday, August 3, 2026 at Endeavor Hospital in Highland Park, Illinois. She was born on January 15, 1961 in Springfield, Illinois to Donald and Martha (Aldrich) Dove, and was raised in the Kilbourne area by her grandparents, Raymond and Sarah Gillmore.

Donna is survived by her children, Greg (Robyn) Feese of Las Vegas, Nevada, Justin (Brooke) Feese and Melanie (Tamra) Naas, both of Chenoa, Illinois, and John Naas of Fairbury, Illinois; grandchildren, Jordyn, Jadyn, Kyle, Natalie, Vinnie, Zac, Kaitlyn, Blake, and Kaiya; dog, Sami; and several siblings. She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents.
Donna was of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed doing puzzles and traveling, especially to Las Vegas, and she loved spending time with her grandkids.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at Kilbourne Cemetery, with a visitation prior to the service from 1:30 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. at Hurley Funeral Home in Havana. Rev. Bob Herath will officiate.
Memorial donations may be made in Donna’s name to the ASPCA or your local animal shelter. Online condolences can be left for her family at www.hurleyfh.com.
Hurley Funeral Home in Havana is in charge of arrangements.

Carl James Johnson

FARMINGTON – Carl James Johnson, 88, formerly of Elmwood, Illinois, passed away Saturday, August 1, 2026 at The Village at Farmington, Farmington, Illinois. He was born in Peoria, Illinois on November 21, 1937 to the late Carl Earnest Johnson and Lela Jane Huey.

Carl grew up in rural Limestone Township, Peoria County, Illinois. After high school, Carl served in the United States Air Force, beginning at Lackland AFB in Texas; he was later stationed in New York and Pennsylvania.

When Carl returned to Central Illinois he met the love of his life, Jannette “Jan” Augsburger. They wed June 29, 1963. Jan preceded him in death in 2014.

Together, Carl and Jan started a family and a life of farming. They moved to rural Elmwood, Illinois in the early 70’s and had been farming there ever since. During his early years of farming Carl also worked 2nd shift at Pabst Brewing Company in Peoria Heights, Illinois, as a fork truck operator until Pabst closed in 1982. On the farm he raised row crops, cattle, hogs, sheep, and chickens. He drove tractors late into life, spending many hours hauling grains to the elevator, tilling, planting, cultivating and more. The Oliver 1750 tractor was one of his favorites.

Carl was a big-hearted and proud man who worked hard, loved his family dearly and never knew a stranger. From waitresses, healthcare workers, and fellow farmers to the next person in line at the grocery store, he loved meeting people and sharing stories. He really took time to know people. When he wasn’t farming, Carl would spend time with family and friends eating out—breakfast was his favorite—, going to tractor pulls and farm sales, playing cards, fishing, and watching NASCAR and NFL. He especially enjoyed spending time with grandkids on the farm. It should be noted that everyone in Carl’s life can attest to his ornery nature. It was often he let out a chuckle and flashed a grin after sharing a silly story, telling a joke, or playing a little joke on someone else. In his spare time Carl enjoyed working on machinery, fishing, woodworking, and working Sudoku and crossword puzzles.

In addition to his wife and parents, Carl was preceded in death by his adult son Michael Johnson.

Survivors include his brother Bill (Shirley) Johnson of Hanna City, Illinois; brother Sam ( Judi) of Peoria, Illinois; sister Judy (Charlie) of Ozark, Arkansas; sister-in-law Shirley (the late Melvin) of Pesotum, Illinois; sister-in-law Phyllis (Don) of Philo, Illinois; son, Scott ( Ginger) Johnson of Farmington, Illinois; his daughter Susan (Larry) Sherwood of Elmwood, Illinois; grandchildren Ashley (Les) Burke, Benjamin Johnson, Hillary Johnson, Tiffany Johnson, and Blake Johnson; companion Ruth Rusch (and daughter Sheridan); and many great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

The family wishes to thank the care teams at The Village at Farmington and Willow Ridge Hospice.

A funeral service will be held at Anderson-Sedgewick Funeral Home in Farmington, Illinois on Monday, August 24, 2026 at 11:00 AM with visitation beginning 2 hours prior. Memorials can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (stjude.org/centralillinois). A private family burial will follow. To leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Martha E. Fitch

Martha E. Fitch, 75, formerly of Lewistown passed away Tuesday August 4, 2026 at Marigold Rehab & Health Care Center in Galesburg.

She was born November 15, 1950 at Kewanee the daughter of Clifford and Mable (Grubb) Harmon. She married Therman Fitch July 31, 1981 at Canton. He died in July 1986. She was also preceded in death by her parents, one brother, James Harmon, and her companion of 28 years, Howard Roberts. Surviving are two sisters, Mary Huffman, and her twin sister, Margaret (Dennis) Barr, two nieces, Teresa (Chris) Robinson, and Carol (Scott) Swank, four nephews, Dennis S. Barr, Darryl Huffman, Cheynenn Harmon, and Jimmy Harmon, seven great nieces, Kimberly Robinson, Anne Robinson, Lydia Robinson, Katy Jo Harmon, Presley Stambaugh, Cassidy Barr, and Annalies Dowell, two great nephews, Jacob Harmon, and Michael Harmon, one great-great niece, Bethany Ray, one great-great nephew, Casen Stambaugh, and her cat Missy Blue.

Martha retired after 16 years from CWTC. She was a member of the First Messianic Fellowship of Lewistown, and the Lewistown American Legion ladies auxiliary. Martha enjoyed her cats and spending time with family.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM Monday August 10th at Oak Hill Cemetery in Lewistown with Pastor Eric Sawyer officiating. There will be no visitation. Memorial contributions may be made to Bethany Ray’s College Fund. Online condolences may be made at henrylange.com.

Mari Ellen Doubet

It is with profound love, heavy hearts, and immense gratitude for a life beautifully lived that we announce the passing of Mari E. Doubet, 67, of Glasford, she passed away at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria. She was born on July 19, 1959 in Peoria to Bernard and Caryl (Kasebier) Petrakis. She married Carl Doubet in 1984. He preceded her in death in 2017. Also preceding her in death were her parents, 5 brothers; Duane, John, David, Paul, and Danny Petrakis, 3 sisters; Jannet Patton, Gloria Schooley, Karen Harper and one grandson Eligh Griffith.

Surviving are her children; Michelle Maple, Scott (Lisa) Doubet, Dawn Doubet, Heather Doubet, Tina (Cayan) Yurdusev, James (Megan) Griffith and Justin (Sherri) Doubet, brother Pete Petrakis and two sisters; Debra Johnick and Gayla Wascher and 19 Grandchildren. She cherished her family above all else. Mari grew up with a deep appreciation for the simple joys of life- a value she carried with her and instilled in everyone she touched. As a mother, Mari was a pillar of unconditional love, fierce protection, and gentle wisdom. Her children knew they could always find a safe harbor in her arms no matter how old they grew. She was our Lighthouse-steady through every storm, casting a light that showed us the way home. Later in life, her greatest joy came with the title of Grandma and she adored her grandchildren. She poured her whole heart into being their biggest champion and support. She made sure to spoil them as well! She leaves behind to cherish her memory her loving children, grandchildren and a huge extended family and dear friends. She is reunited in eternal peace with her beloved husband, Carl, and all those who passed before. Mari worked as a Commercial Painter, Caregiver and Nanny. She also worked at Caterpillar Inc, and Champion.

Cremation rites have been accorded through Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday August 8, 2026 at the Bartonville Legion from 12-4pm. Memorials can be made to Wildlife Prairie Park in Mari's name. To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Opal Stambaugh

Opalene (Opal) Stambaugh, age 80, passed away on Monday, August 3, 2026 at The Lamoine in Macomb, Illinois. She was born on December 15, 1945 in Astoria, the daughter of Orville and Fern (Thomas) Trone. On May 29, 1963, she married Virgil L. Stambaugh in Astoria. He preceded her in death on May 10, 2016.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, son Todd Stambaugh, daughter Jenny Hendricks, grandchildren Amanda and Joshua Hendricks, great-grandsons Dakota, Archer and Ransom Corrick and three sisters; Rosemary Williams, Ruth Trone and Dorothy Plate.

Opal is survived by her daughter, Jody (and Kevin) Kolves of Astoria, her son Tim (and Shannon) Stambaugh of Bardolph, daughter-in-law Kathy Davis of Astoria, son-in-law Mark Hendricks of Rushville, Illinois, thirteen grandchildren; Chase (and Holly) Lockard, Dalton (and Miranda) Kolves, Mariah Kolves, Christopher Kolves, Brent Kolves, Clinton Kolves, Willow Henderson, Dusti Hendricks, Molly (and Lucas) Corrick, Samantha Stambaugh, Nick (and Tabby) Rittenhouse, Joel (and Katie) Rittenhouse, and Ethan Stambaugh, many great-grandchildren, one great-great-granddaughter, three sisters; Jeanette Hopkins and Ida (and Dave) Clark of Astoria, and June (and David) Hicke of Glasford, Illinois, and two brothers, Tom (and Pam) Trone and Steve (and Marian) Trone, both of Astoria.

Opal had many jobs throughout her life, including working at Webster Industries and Walmart in Macomb, being a licensed carpenter and helping to build the Treatment and Detention Facility in Rushville, a farmer, holding a Commercial Drivers License and being the owner and operator, along with Virgil, of Virgil’s Kerr McGee in Astoria.

She was a member of the Astoria Christian Church where she taught Sunday school. She was a great baker, especially her breads. She enjoyed gardening, canning and raising all types of livestock on the farm. She was an avid reader.

Opal’s services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, August 6 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Pastor Matthew Thiner will officiate. Visitation will take place on Wednesday, August 5, from 5-7 pm at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Woodland Cemetery, Astoria, Illinois. Memorials in Opal’s memory my be given to the Blessing Hearts Dominican Republic Trip. Shawgo Memorial Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

Juanita “Sue” Mowder

Juanita “Sue” Mowder, 94, of Mason City, formerly of Havana, passed away at Mason City Area Nursing Home, at 8:10 p.m., on Friday, July 31, 2026. She was born March 22, 1932, in Easton, She was born March 22, 1932, in Easton, to Priscilla Burton. Pricilla married Ray Onken and they lovingly raised Juanita. She married Jack Mowder on September 15, 1952, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, in Havana. He preceded her in death on January 18, 2002.

Mrs. Mowder is survived by one daughter, Marty Fredericksen, of Peoria; three brothers: Dale (Faye)Turner, of Havana, Don (Bonnie)Onken, of Easton, and Jim (Lynne) Onken, of Mason City, sister-in-law Virginia (Bob) Long of Springfield and John Clark longtime friend of Peoria. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.

She was cherished by numerous nieces and nephews, JR Onken, JD and Amy Onken, Ben and Traci Onken, Mike, Maria, Melanie, of the Long family; great nieces and nephews, Justin and Mariah Onken, Jessica Onken, and her husband-to-be Michael Gordan, Emily and Emmett Onken, and Great great niece, Audrey Onken.

Sue was an avid gardener of flowers and vegetables, known for her canned corn. She and Jack loved fishing especially at Matanzas Lake. In their retirement Sue and Jack were also Gypsy Moth inspectors for the State of Illinois in the Shawnee Forest for many years. Sue was a life member of VFW Ladies Auxillary. Sue loved any and all FROGS!

Mrs. Mowder was of the Catholic faith.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., at Hurley Funeral Home, in Havana, with visitation one hour prior to the services. Burial will follow the services at Laurel Hill Cemetery, in Havana. Fr. Geoff Horton will officiate.
Memorial contributions may be made to VFW Post #6408 Auxiliary in Havana, or Peoria Holy Family Choir. Online memorial messages may be left for the family at www.hurleyfh.com. Whenever you see a FROG, smile and think of Sue.

Hurley Funeral Home, in Havana, is in charge of arrangements.