Michael H. Foster

Michael H. Foster, 69, of Beardstown, IL, passed away at 5:30 pm on Sunday, March 15, 2026 at Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville, IL. He was born on December 28, 1956 in Canton, IL, the son of Harold and Marjorie (Groff) Foster. Michael married Luciea Irene Troutman on February 16, 1978 in Summum, IL. She survives.

Also surviving are his two sons; Steven Foster of Belleville, IL and Jason (and Marina) Foster of Fairmont City, IL, four grandchildren; Keltyn Foster, Emmileah Foster, Zoey Foster and Aleah McGinnis, one great-grandson; Benico Vega, three sisters; Linda Roosa of Farmington, IL, Carol (and Paul) Stambaugh of Astoria, IL and Merrie Jean (and Roy) Parry of Astoria, IL, and several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, daughter; Valesha Foster, brother; Jerry Foster, brother-in-law; Gale Roosa and one niece; Londa Bollinger.

Michael was a life long mechanic. He was also on the Astoria Fire Department for sixteen years.

He enjoyed playing softball and was a fan of the St. Louis Cardinals. Michael loved fast cars and was a big NASCAR and NHRA fan.

Services will be held at 11 am on Friday, March 20, 2026 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, IL. Pastor Matt Haberman will be officiating. A visitation will take place from 5 to 7 pm on Thursday, March 19, 2026 at Shawgo Memorial Home. Memorials in memory of Michael may be made to the Astoria Fire and Rescue Department.

Janet Sue Gibson

Janet Sue Gibson, 76, of Yates City, passed away at 10:10 a.m., on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at Farmington Village.

Janet was born April 4, 1949, in Pekin, IL, to Ralph and Beverly (Buhl) Sloan.

Janet married Kenneth Gibson on April 4, 1971, in Edwards, IL. He survives.

Janet is also survived by two children, Michele (Greg) Davis of Rozet, WY, and Keith (Nancy Shriber) Gibson of Canton, IL; one brother, Neal (Mona) Buhl; two sisters, Gail (Ed) Dray and Sharon (the late Kelly) Bumgarner; three grandchildren, Garrett Mangus, Sam Mangus, and Lauren Sercel; and two great-grandchildren, Cash Mangus and Maria “Mia” Mangus.

Janet is preceded in death by her parents; and one brother, Mark Sloan.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A Celebration of Life will be held from noon to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at the Yates City Community Center.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to B.Y.E. Ambulance.

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

Frederick “Jerry” Marquis Jr.

Frederick “Jerry” Marquis Jr, 91, of Canton, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026 at Farmington Village.

He was born on December 6, 1934 in Pekin.

He married Verna “Eileen” Tevis on December 10, 1955 in Melvern, KS. She survives.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frederick Sr and Nellie (Winship) Marquis, his birth mother, Nellie Ashley, one son Richard Marquis and two close first cousins.

Also surviving are his children, Jeri (Clif) O’Brien, Tony (Terrie) Marquis, six grandchildren, Keith Marquis, Bailee O’Brien, Josh Marquis, Jason Marquis, Carlie Rowe, Dusty Marquis and seven great grandchildren

Jerry served several years in the U.S. Air Force serving in the Cold War, Korea and Vietnam. He became a heavy equipment operator in the service. After his discharge he worked for Norad and lastly for the City of Ottawa in Kansas retiring in 1999. He achieved numerous awards for his skills as an operator. One of his favorite past times was fishing in the Spoon River.

Cremation rites have been accorded through Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton. A private celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Humane Society.

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John G. Workman

Canton- John G. Workman, 71, of Canton, passed away at 5:58 AM on Sunday, March 15, 2026 at his residence after a bout with cancer. He was born on June 16, 1954 in Moline, Illinois, a son of Wallace and Katherine (Johnson) Workman. He married Amber (Harris) Dornon on August 24, 1996 in Peoria. She survives.

He was previously married to Cyndi Glines, and had a daughter, Katherine. He then married Elaine Anderson, and had two sons, Dennis John, and Douglas Alan.

Preceding John in death were his parents, an infant sister, his older sister, Grace Campbell, and his brother Ronald Workman.

He is survived by his wife, Amber Dornon; his brothers Paul (Ruth) Workman of California, and Joel (Teresa) Morris of Florida, his daughter, Katherine Peters; his two sons, Dennis Workman, and Douglas Workman; numerous grandchildren, and nieces & nephews.

John enjoyed working on cars and watching Dale Earnhardt Sr. race in NASCAR. However, his true love was driving an 18-wheeler cross country. He always said he felt like it was his “calling”. He felt free behind the wheel of that big truck.

At his request, there will be no services, celebration of life gathering will be held at a later date, and cremation rites will be accorded through Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory. If you wish to make a donation in honor of John, please forward it to your local animal shelter of your choice. To leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Denise Brown

Denise K. Brown, 59, of Canton, passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2026 after a long battle with cancer, at the Graham Hospital in Canton.

She was born on August 19, 1966 in Canton.

She married Mark Brown on February 25, 1994. He survives.

Also surviving is her father, Jack (Linda) Lafary, mother, Donna Eve, children, Tara (Chris) Fulton of Canton, Molly (Jake) Blickhan of Springfield, Kirsti (Josh) Hoopingarner of Trivoli, Matt (Courtney) Brown of Hanna City, Josh (Robert) Brown of Peoria, sisters, Lisa (Jerry) Butcher of Vermont, Brandi (Aaron) Williams of Canton, grandchildren, Trey, Madyson, Lauryn, Avery, Kendall, Jordan, Shep, Ty, Georgie, Scarlet, Griffin and several nieces and nephews.

Denise worked in banking at Heritage Bank in Trivoli and later for Red Brand Credit Union in Bartonville. Mark and her would enjoy spending their time together with a round of golf or a game of bowling.

The most important part of her life was being a grandmother and spoiling her grandkids with love.

Denise fought the battle with cancer with courage and determination, inspiring those around her with strength and resilience.

She will be deeply missed, but forever remembered by her family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing her.

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 11 am at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton with a visitation held one hour prior at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Thymoma and Thymic Care Research.

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Donna I. Mustread

Donna Irene Mustread passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at the Clayberg Nursing Home surrounded by her loved ones. Donna was 93 years old and had lived a very full life. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, one son, her daughter, one grandson, one great grandson and a very special friend, Jack Smith.

Donna (Swango) Mustread was born on January 29,1933 in Smithfield, IL to Willis and Julia (Buford) Swango. She had two brothers, Willis Swango Jr. and Billie D. (Shirley) Swango, and one sister, Mary (Lindall) Paul. Donna graduated from Smithfield High School where she was a member of the marching band and cheerleading squad. After high school, she ventured to the big city of Peoria to live with friends and work at Caterpillar as an office assistant. Donna returned to Smithfield to marry William Robert “Bob” Mustread on September 13, 1952. Since Bob was in the Air Force and stationed in Great Falls, Montana, Donna joined him there. When Bob was discharged, they returned to Smithfield where they would raise a family – William Robert Mustread Jr. (Dawn), Debra Kay Martindale (Bob), Mark Mustread, and Bruce Mustread (Jackie).

Donna’s great love was her family. Donna had 12 grandchildren all of whom she adored – Jerry (Lisa) Nunn, Robin Smith, Marlow (Don) Willett, Chad (Victoria Flaming) Peitzmeier, Annie (Derek) Kolbus, Jenn (John) Beckman, Keith (Vlada) Wilkey, Robbie Mustresd, William Robert (Courtney) Mustread III, Josh (Cydney) Mustread, Abby (Josh) Gee, and Wyatt (Madison) Mustread. She was blessed with 22 great grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren. She was able to hold or see each one before she died. Donna also had many nieces and nephews whom she loved.

Donna continued to work after her children were in school. She was a secretary for the Fulton County Farm Bureau, retiring after 25 years of service. Until the last three years, Donna was very active in her home and community. She was a member of the Brock United Methodist Church in Smithfield, serving on several committees there. She was an Election Board member and served as an election judge. She served as the Clerk for Cass Township and Treasurer for the Red Brick School for many years, retiring from those positions well after her 80th birthday. She served on the Fulton County Fair Board, judging the baking contests for several years. Donna was an excellent cook and loved to bake. People knew her as the Noodle and Apple Dumpling Lady at the RBS and Scenic Drive. After eating one of her home-baked pies, no other could compare.

Donna loved to crochet and made afghans that she gave as gifts to new babies and newlyweds. You were blessed to have received one. Donna loved to cook and make crafts with her grandchildren; she also painted and sewed. One of her favorite past-times was gardening, and she continued to mow her own yard until her 90th summer. Donna and her husband loved to include their family in different adventures, including boating, raising hogs and ice skating. They made an in-ground pool at their Smithfield home. Donna opened that pool to the entire community, and it brought Donna a lot of joy, It was the place to have family barbeques in summer. Donna’s community pool is where many people learned to swim, and she kept the pool open until she was 91.

Donna will be greatly missed by her family, her friends and her community. She was a bright and beautiful person in many people’s lives.

Funeral services will be held at 11am Monday March 16, 2026 at Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Cuba with Pastor Ellen Dodd officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to services and burial will be in Baughman Cemetery at Smithfield. Memorial contributions may be made to the Red Brick School in Smithfield.

Roger Morse

Roger A. Morse, 64, of Middlegrove, passed away on Tuesday, March 10th, 2026, surrounded by his family at his home in Middlegrove, Illinois.

He was born on March 1st, 1962, in Canton, Illinois, to Rodger and Karen (Gooding) Morse, who preceded him in death.

Roger is survived by his wife, Dinalyn Morse. They were married in the Philippine Islands on June 23rd, 2012.

He is also survived by his daughter, Camille (Paul) Balagna of Farmington, Illinois; his sons, LukeCarter and Matthew of Middlegrove, Illinois; his beloved grandchildren, Haylie Balagna of Canton, Illinois, and Jonathan Balagna of Farmington, Illinois; his sisters, Tammy Fields of Farmington, Illinois, Beth (Jeremy) Isbell of Middlegrove, Illinois, and Bobbie (Neil) Nelson of Canton, Illinois, as well as many nieces and nephews who will cherish their memories of him.

Roger proudly served in the United States Navy as an engineer aboard the USS Midway. He took great pride in his service and carried that dedication throughout his life as a proud Navy veteran.

Roger had a special love for the Philippines and its culture and people. He also enjoyed listening to music, singing, fishing, tinkering with gadgets, machinery, and technology, and sharing laughter with those around him. Most of all, he treasured being a husband, father, and grandfather.

A celebration of life will be held at the Clair School Building in Middlegrove, Illinois, on Saturday, March 14th, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Burial with military honors will be held at a later date at Chapin Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Farmington, Illinois.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Roger’s family to assist in creating a fund for his children’s schooling and future expenses.

Roger will be remembered for his humor, his service to his country, and the deep love he had for his family. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

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