Jerald T. Sarnes

Jerald T. Sarnes, 86, of Havana, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 4:16 p.m. Arcadia Care in Havana.

Jerald was born on November 17, 1939 in Easton, Illinois to Harold and Marie Sarnes. Jerald had the following brothers and sisters: Faye Bybokas (deceased), Raymond Sarnes (deceased), Harold Jr. Sarnes (deceased), and Jerald’s twin brother Gerald of Kewanee.
Jerald graduated from Havana High School in May 1957 and in November 1957 he entered the U.S. Navy. After boot camp he was stationed at Newport, Rhode Island and in May of 1959 he was transferred to USS Chukawan AO 100, where after completing an exam was promoted to Petty Officer Third Class and was released from the Navy in December 1961. After being released from the Navy, he was employed by The Havana National Bank and worked there until December 2005 as Assistant Vice President. Jerald was also very active in all the branches of the Odd Fellows in Havana and was the General Commanding (retired) of the Patriarchs Militant of the World in the Odd Fellows.
Jerald was very active in the community where he was in the Havana Jaycees, Havana Chamber of Commerce where he served as Secretary to the Board of Directors, Havana Rotary Club where he was also President of the Club and Secretary and awarded the Paul Harris medallion, Mason County Housing Board as a Director and before he retired from the Board was President, City of Havana as Alderman in the second ward replacing Clarence Bastien after he passed away.
He married Judy Kay Thompson, daughter of Merritt and Mary Thompson of Havana, Illinois on May 30, 1962. Out of this marriage they had four sons, Bruce (Teresa) of Lincoln, Illinois, Patrick of Havana, Andy (deceased), and Rusty (Amber) of Havana. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.
Over the years of marriage, they enjoyed watching the children and grandkids in all of their sports programs.
A funeral service will be held on Monday, August 3, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Hurley Funeral Home in Havana, with a visitation two hours prior to the service from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Lori Fornoff will officiate. Burial will be held at a later date at Laurel Hill Cemetery in Havana.
Memorial donations may be made in Jerald’s name to HHS Boosters for the boys and girls basketball teams or to Havana Rotary Foundation. Online condolences can be left for his family at www.hurleyfh.com.
Hurley Funeral Home in Havana is in charge of arrangements.

Janice K. Roseboom

Janice K. Roseboom, 74, of Canton, passed away, Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at Sunset Rehabilitation and Nursing Home in Canton. Cremation rites will be accorded with Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton.

Elsie Janet Gobel

Elsie Janet Gobel, age 93, of Browning, Illinois passed away Thursday, July 23, 2026 at Rushville Nursing and Rehab Center. Elsie was born September 24, 1932 in Browning, Illinois to Donald and Zelma Harris Weishaar. She was the middle child of three and grew up in the Browning area.

She married Virgil Dean Gobel on December 30, 1950 in Hickory Township Drainage Bottom. They were blessed with three children, Patricia Diane, David Lee, and Nancy Kay. She worked at Mickelberry’s, sold Avon and Dutchmaid, and worked as a flagger on road construction for Virgil while raising their children.

She dedicated over forty years of her life to Modern Woodman of America. She served as Junior Director and an Adult Chapter Coordinator where she positively impacted the lives of local children and many families. She was a leader of many fundraising projects around Browning and surrounding communities and prided herself for being part of an organization that brought families together.

Elsie was a faithful member of the Assembly Church in Browning where she and Virgil enjoyed singing as part of a group and sharing the gospel with all who gathered. They enjoyed loud family gatherings with everyone packed in their small house, sleeping wherever there was room. Her grandkids fondly remember her sharing recipes in the kitchen, especially her famous donuts and homemade pickles. When the cooking was done, she was quick to clean off the table and join a card game. She always enjoyed visiting with her neighbors, especially with her best friend Marna Maxwell and all of the friends she made throughout the years.

Elsie is survived by daughters Patricia Bucher and Nancy Cox (Daniel), her grandchildren Dale Bucher (Lorna), Nathan Bucher (Pam), Jason Bucher (Amber), Shawn Bucher (Kelli), Chris Gobel (Misty), Michelle Miller (Brett), Michael Gobel (Lindsay), Zac Cox (Elizabeth), and Nic Cox (Riley), and 16 great grandchildren.

Elsie is proceeded in death by parents Donald and Zelma Weishaar; her loving husband of 66 years, Virgil Gobel; siblings Jerry Weishaar and Elaine Stroup; son David Gobel; son-in-law Dayle Bucher; and great granddaughters Cora Zelma Bucher and Kendall Kalyn Bucher.

Elsie will be greatly missed by all of those who were blessed to have known her.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, August 1, 2026 at the Browning United Methodist Church, Browning, Illinois. Pastor Charla Meyers will officiate. Visitation will be held on Friday, July 31st, from 5-7 pm at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, IL. Memorials in Elsie’s memory may be directed to local youth programs or Youth for Christ. Interment will be held in the Sheldons Grove Cemetery, Sheldons Grove, Illinois. Shawgo Memorial Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

Sheri A. Danz-Bartlett

Sheri A. Danz-Bartlett, 56, of Canton, passed away, Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at her home surrounded by her family and loved ones.

She was born in East Peoria, to Larry Danz, and Cathy Dianne (Roy) Garr. She is preceded in death by her father Larry.

Sheri is survived by four children, Kaela (Spencer) Coonradt, Ethan Nichols, Spencer Bartlett, and Delaney Bartlett, one brother Lee Danz, and five grandchildren, Allyson, Harper, Grayson, Kolt, and Presley.

Sheri Graduated from Spoon River College School of Nursing. She worked at Graham Hospital as a nurse for 23 years. She enjoyed summertime tending her flowers, and growing a garden. Most of all Sheri loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren.

Cremation rites will be accorded, a visitation will be held Friday, August 7, 2026 at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m.

Connie R. Danner

Connie Ree Danner, 84, of Havana, formerly of DuQuoin, Illinois, passed away on Monday, July 27, 2026 at 4:33 a.m. at Arcadia Care in Havana. She was born on September 5, 1941 in Kampsville, Illinois to James H. and Lida (Creason) Richardson. She married Charles R. Danner on July 13, 1964 in Bath, Illinois and he preceded her in death in 2004.

Connie is survived by her daughter, Jill Danner of Havana; grandchildren, Jami Danner of Bath and Robbie (Lindsy) Oller of Kilbourne; great-grandchildren, Carly and Jayci Frampton and Haley Waller, all of DuQuoin, and Ryleigh, Rynlee, Paisley, and Parker Oller, all of Kilbourne. Also surviving are her siblings, Barb Richardson and Robert Richardson. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and brothers, Wayne, Jerry, Dicky, Larry Dean, and James (Jr.) Richardson.
Connie was a longtime resident of DuQuoin until she moved to Havana 6 years ago to live with her daughter. She worked at Marshall Browning Hospital in DuQuoin as a Dietary Aide until her retirement. She was huge NASCAR fan and loved Elvis. All her grand kids were the light of her life.
Cremation rites have been accorded. Online condolences can be left for Connie’s family at www.hurleyfh.com.
Hurley Funeral Home in Havana is in charge of arrangements.