Friday, February 20, 2026

Martin “Marty” Shaw

Martin “Marty” R. Shaw, 62, of St. David, passed away on February 17, 2026 at the Graham Hospital in Canton surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 2, 1963 in Canton to Robert and Judith (Purtle) Shaw. He was preceded in death by his father and grandparents, Dayton and Ruth Shaw and Frank and Jen Purtle.

Surviving is his mother, Judy of St David, two brothers, Monty Shaw of Lewistown, Mark (Crystal) Shaw of Lewistown, two nephews, Scott Shaw of Lewistown, Sean Shaw of Macomb and one niece, Maddy Shaw of Canton.

Marty was a 1981 graduate of Lewistown Community High School where he was an active baseball player and became a lifelong sports fan. He enjoyed watching wrestling and roller derby. He was also an avid Cubs fan.

He served in the U.S. Army after completing basic training at Fort Sill in Oklahoma. He rose to the rank of Sargent and proudly served in Germany for two years. He enlisted on May 4, 1982 and served until 1988.

Marty was the self-proclaimed “King of Caseys” in St David. He worked as the manager for 16 years and was employed for a total of 32 years.

His light hearted and genuine nature was known county wide. His love of community and dedication to his work made him an endearing and irreplaceable part of people’s everyday lives in St David. He had a kindness and gentle strength that always felt warm and welcoming to everyone. He is a cherished local icon who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Cremation rites have been accorded and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton are in charge of arrangements.

Memorials may be made to Lewistown Food Pantry.

To leave online condolences please visit oakshinesfuneralhome.com


Thursday, February 19, 2026

Nathan F. Endres


Nathan F. Endres, 53, of Brimfield, passed away at 5:13 a.m., on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at OSF Saint Francis Hospital in Peoria, IL. Nathan was born January 5, 1973, in Peoria, to Ralph and Connie (Folkenroth) Endres.

Nathan is survived by one sister, Edie Roberts; one niece, Constance Roberts; and one nephew, Gus Roberts.

Nathan is preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, R. Wesley Endres.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Friday, February 20, 2026, at Elmwood Township Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to B.Y.E. Ambulance and S.A.M.S.

To leave online condolences, please visit oakshinesfuneralhome.com

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

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Earnest H. “Earnie” Saville

Earnest H. “Earnie” Saville, 75, of Table Grove, Illinois, passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026 in Maywood, Illinois. He was born on February 5, 1951, in Canton, Illinois, the son of William and Violet Saville. He is preceded in death by both his parents, one nephew, Jeremy Saville, and brother-in-law; Steve Heller.


He is survived by his brother; Bill (and Bonnie) Saville, two sisters, Violet Heller and Diana (and David) Punke; all of Tennessee; several nieces and nephews, and the entire Hollenback family.

Ernie farmed cattle with his family and also worked at Hollenback Construction. Later in life, he was often found on his side-by-side, checking on friends and making his rounds.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, February 28 in the Harris Cemetery in Table Grove, Illinois. Mike Ulmer will be officiating. Following the graveside service, a Celebration of Life and meal will be held at 2:00 pm at the Vermont American Legion. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Table Grove Fire Department.

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

David P. Osborn

David P. Osborn, 72 of Monmouth, passed away at 1:11 pm Sunday February 15, 2026 at Renaissance Care Center in Canton.


He was born May 30, 1953 at Monmouth, the son of Glen and Elwilda (Morrell) Osborn. Surviving are two children, Mike (Jenny) Osborn of Lewistown, and Kim (D.J.) Damewood of Abingdon, four grandchildren, Leighton, Ella, Lucas, and Levi, and one brother, Mike (Wendy) Osborn of Severna Park, MD. He was preceded in death by his parents, and one brother, Bill Osborn.


David served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He worked as a mechanic and had served as the transportation director at United School District. He enjoyed fishing and motorcycles.


Cremation will be accorded and no services are planned at this time. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown is assisting the family. Condolences may be made at henrylange.com

Dorothy I. Rusch

Dorothy I. Rusch, 92, of Trivoli, passed away at 7:54 AM on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at Farmington Village in Farmington. She was born on May 25, 1933 in Kickapoo Township, Peoria County, a daughter of Charles and Julia (Cox) Wagner. She married Earl Rusch on June 19, 1952 at St Paul Lutheran Church in Brimfield. He preceded her in death on January 24, 2004.


Also, preceding Dorothy in death were her parents, son Daniel Rusch, brother, William Wagner, sisters, Matilda Schulz, and Mary Dungan.


Surviving is her children, Irene (Michael) Endress of Monmouth; Debra (David) Losher of Rockford; John Rusch of Middlegrove; Katherine (Mark) Umholtz of Mapleton; nine grandchildren, eighteen great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren, and one on the way, and sister, Eileen Harding of Glen Carbon, Illinois.


Dorothy loved raising her children, and caring for their home in her earlier years, later in life, she worked for Trivoli Bank as a custodian & carrier for over 25 years. She was an avid gardener, and lifetime member of the St Paul Lutheran Church in Brimfield.


A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at Anderson-Sedgwick Funeral Home in Farmington, where visitation will be from 10:00 AM until the time of the services. Pastor Michael Wagnitz will officiate. Burial will follow the services, and take place in Penn Ridge Cemetery in rural Trivoli. Memorials can be made to the Logan/Trivoli Fire Department or to the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Brimfield. To leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Elizabeth J. Price

Elizabeth J. Price, 78, of Boulder, CO. formerly of Astoria, IL. passed away at 10 pm on Friday February 6, 2026 at Morning Star Assisted Living facility in Boulder, CO. She was born on November 18, 1947 in Colorado Springs, CO, the daughter of Harvey and Kathryn (Silsby) Johnson. She married Rodney Price on October 19, 1974 in Champaign, IL. Rod and both of her parents preceded her in death.


Surviving are her two children, Brian (Jennifer) Price of Morton, IL, Alison (Steve) Gold of Boulder, CO, four grandchildren, Jasa Price, Carson Price, Olivia Gold, and Reese Gold, one sister Carol (Don) Bolish of Oxnard, CA., one brother Chuck (Gigi) Johnson of Champaign, IL. a sister-in-law Rhonda (Mike) Barfield of St. Charles, Mo. Along with several nieces and nephews.

Beth was a graduate of Western Illinois University, earning a Bachelors Degree in Education. She and Rod were third generation owners of Price Oil Company in Astoria for over 30 years. She also worked at Astoria High School for 10 years.

Beth was an active member in several area churches, with her most recent membership at Grace Church in Morton, IL. Beth enjoyed sewing, scrapbooking, helping with the Girl Scouts as a leader, and was an avid reader. She expressed her love of reading by volunteering at the Astoria Public Library for several years. Her most treasured memories involved spending time with her family especially her four grandchildren and the love of her life, Rod. Together they were always by each other’s side for over 49 years of love and marriage.

A visitation will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday, February 28, 2026 with a memorial service to follow at 3:00 pm. Both will be held at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Pastor Ray Artrip will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Astoria Public Library or The Shelf Food Pantry in Astoria.

Editha Diane Wells

Editha Diane Wells, 70, of Canton, passed away on February 15, 2026 at her residence. She was born on June 2, 1955 in Canton to Lloyd W. and Kathryn (Hughes) Moore. Editha married Bobby Wells on December 20, 1986 in Canton, he preceded her in death on October 22, 2021. Also preceding her in death were her parents.

Editha worked for several years as a CNA.

Cremation rites have been accorded through Oaks-Hines Funeral and Crematory in Canton. To leave online condolences please visit oakshinesfuneralhome.com