Gary Brush

Gary Brush, 78, of Ipava, Passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2026.

He was born on November 19, 1947 in Canton to Ernest and Nelda (Shawgo) Brush.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Patricia (Brooks) Brush. They were married on March 21, 1999 in Marietta.

Also surviving are his children, Jennie Brush-Fawcett of Banner, Sandy (Dean) Roddis of Ipava, grandchildren, Garrett Fawcett, Sarah (Kurt Duncan) Roddis, great grandchildren, Alexis Kruzan, Abagail Kruzan, Gauge Kruzan, Ethan Walljasper and one great great grandchild, Barrett Chapai.

He was preceded in death by one daughter, Lisa Parry, one sister, Linda May, one grandchild, Erik Bucher and his beloved dog, Brooks.

Gary Graduated from Lewistown High School where he lettered in sports. He first worked for International Harvester. He later attended Tulsa Welding School and then worked for Morton Metal Craft from where he retired. He was a member of the Nazarene Church in Havana. Gary enjoyed the outdoors. He could be found working in his garden and simply enjoying nature.

Cremation rites have been accorded through Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton. A graveside burial of his ashes will be held on Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 2pm, at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Lewistown with Rev Sue Ann Roat officiating.

Memorials may be made to Fulton County Humane Society.

To leave online condolences please visit oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Sheryl Ann Trone

Sheryl Ann Trone, age 79, of Peoria, IL, and formerly of Astoria, IL, passed away at 7:11 p.m. on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at OSF Hospital in Peoria. She was born March 8, 1947, at Culbertson Hospital in Rushville, IL, the daughter of Fred William Plate and Grace (Adkison) Plate.

Sheryl is survived by her children, Eric (Jody) Trone of Elmwood, IL, and Erin Trone of Peoria, IL; her grandchildren, Emma (Brandon) Fagen of Overland Park, KS, John Trone of Elmwood, IL, and Jack Trone of Hanna City, IL; her brother, Keith Plate of Havana, IL; her sister, Joyce Sarff of Kewanee, IL; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters, Ilene Davison and Edith Coleman; her brother, Lee Plate; and her nephews, Shawn Coleman and Kurtis Plate.

Sheryl was a faithful member of the Astoria Church of Christ. She cherished time with her children and grandchildren, who were the joy of her life. She loved tending her flowers and garden, caring for her goldfish pond, collecting antiques, and working puzzles. Some of her happiest moments were spent traveling with her daughter to antique stores and flea markets, and enjoying manicures and pedicures together.

Sheryl was proud to have won the “Longest Hair” contest at the Illinois State Fair for five consecutive years, with pigtails measuring over 35 inches long. She was a wonderful cook, and her family will always remember the comfort, care, and love she poured into every meal.

In her younger years, Sheryl worked as a waitress and later at Chuck and Bill’s Grocery Store until becoming a mother. She devoted herself to being an exceptional stay at home mom, volunteering at school and faithfully supporting her children in their activities. In later years, she enjoyed working alongside her sister Joyce in Kewanee during tax season at Douglas Irwin & Company.

Services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, IL. Her son, Eric will be officiating. A visitation will take place from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. prior to the service on June 23. Interment will be in the Ipava Cemetery in Ipava, IL. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org or the Astoria church of Christ.

Robert W. Boyer, Sr.

Robert W. Boyer, Sr., 84, of Havana, passed away at his home on Thursday, June 18, 2026. He was born on November 16, 1941 in Greenview, Illinois to Clarence E. and Goldie Mae (Carwyle) Boyer. He married Donna Trimpe on December 23, 1972 in San Jose, and she preceded him in death on April 4, 2021.

Robert is survived by his son, Robert (Christy) Boyer, Jr.; grandchildren, Josh and Jennifer Duel, Cynthia Boyer, and Emelia MacIntyre; and great-grandsons, Holdyn and Hudsyn. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; and siblings, Dale, Harvey, David, Jean LaVaun, Donald, Raymond, and Jerry.

Robert served in the U.S. Army and worked for many years at Caterpillar. He enjoyed gardening and hunting for 4, 5, and 6 leaf clovers in his yard.

A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Hurley Funeral Home in Havana, with a visitation one hour prior from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Rev. Brian Lesemann will officiate. Burial will follow the service at Laurel Hill Cemetery in Havana.

Memorial donations may be made in Robert’s name to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Online condolences can be left for his family at www.hurleyfh.com.

Hurley Funeral Home in Havana is in charge of arrangements.

Dorothy Ann Funkenbusch

Dorothy Ann “Ann” Funkenbusch, 95, of Havana, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 18, 2026.

Ann was born June 15, 1931, in Hannibal, Missouri, the daughter of Frank Thomas Archer and Ellen Moore Hale Archer. She graduated from high school in Hannibal and remained close with her lifelong girlfriends, cherishing those friendships throughout her life.
Ann married Dale D. Funkenbusch in Hannibal, Missouri, on February 3, 1952. Together they built a loving family and shared more than seventy years of marriage before Dale’s passing in 2022.
Family was the foundation of Ann’s life. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dale D. Funkenbusch; her parents, Frank and Ellen Archer; her brother, Homer Archer; her sister, Mary Thomas; brothers-in-law Roger and Don Funkenbusch; and sister-in-law Shirley Rathbun.
Along with many nieces and nephews, Ann is survived by her children: David (Chaem) Funkenbusch, Philip (Ken Ng) Funkenbusch, Lisa Hellman (Robert), and Marty Lane (Rick); as well as her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren, all of whom brought her immense pride and joy.
While family was always her greatest treasure, Ann was perhaps best known throughout central Illinois for Grannie Annie’s Antique, Stitchery and What Not Shoppe, which she owned and operated in Havana from 1980 to 1997. Through her love of quilting, antiques, and craftsmanship, she built a gathering place where customers quickly became friends. Ann possessed a remarkable intuition, an eagerness to learn, and an impeccable sense of style. She had a unique ability to recognize potential and brilliance in others and took great joy in encouraging people to pursue their talents and dreams. Perhaps most memorable was her gift for connecting with people. Whether speaking with a lifelong friend or someone she had just met, she had a way of making others feel seen, heard, and valued.
Her legacy lives on in the beautiful things she created, the confidence she inspired in others, and the family she cherished above all else.
A celebration of Ann’s life will be held on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at First United Methodist Church of Havana. Visitation will precede the service at 9:00 a.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Havana Public Library or the First United Methodist Church of Havana.
The family wishes to thank all those who shared in Ann’s life and friendship over the years. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Hurley Funeral Home in Havana is in charge of arrangements.