Surviving are nephews and nieces; Bryane Shue, Vivian Shue, Jesse Shue, Rainn Shue, Kendall Shue, Trenten Williams, Lyllianna Shue, Merideth Shue, Jasper Palley, Raymond Shue, Robbert Shue and Kathy Shue.
Raymond was an Army Veteran and volunteered as a EMT for Canton Fire and Rescue.
Cremation rites will be accorded through Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton.
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He was born on June 11, 1951 in Streator to Robert V. and Mary (Brannan) Holt.
They preceded him in death along with, his sisters, Sharon Brannon, Barbara Clarkson, brother Michael Holt, Aunt Joan Holt and his lifelong best friend and caregiver, Lisa Biswell, whom helped him through the hardest times and adopted him into her family. Tim never missed a holiday or special event with Lisa and her family who loved him dearly.
Surviving are his children, Crystal (Joseph) Henderson of Canton, Chris (Katlyn) Holt of Havana, five grandchildren, and Lisa’s niece, Erika Riley.
Tim started working at Sunset Nursing home in the housekeeping Department in the early 1980’s until 2014 becoming a resident in 2015. He was devoted to his work and took great pride in what he did. He enjoyed collecting eagles and watching old westerns. His favorite holiday was Christmas and loved singing Christmas carols. He was a Chicago Cubs and Bears fan.
Cremation rites will be accorded through Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton. There will be no services.
Memorials may be made to the Activities Department at Sunset Nursing Home.
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He is survived by two children, Kirstyn (Layne Wright) Reith and Lucas Reith; one granddaughter, Frankie K. Wright; two sisters, Haley Timmons and Cory Artman; maternal grandma, Sarahann (the late Ronald) Reith; and best friend, Benny Artman.
He is preceded in death by his parents; paternal grandparents, Donita and Richard McCloskey Sr.; great-grandma, Hermina (Guy) St. Clair; and beloved dog, Mugzie.
Jason worked for the Department of Agriculture. He also worked for Pekin Hospital for 19 years. Jason enjoyed gaming, computers, outdoors, tinkering, camping, and he loved his corvette.
Jason was also in the Army Reserve.
Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Rev. Shane Smith will officiate. Visitation will be held the same day from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wells Fargo Bank in Canton, IL, in care of his granddaughter Frankie Wright. To view Jason’s DVD or to make an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com
Dorothy Venturi, 88, of Farmington, IL, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026. She was born on May 10, 1937 in Farmington to Angeline and Earl “Buck” Butler. She married Vic Venturi on November 3, 1957. He preceded her in death in 2006. She was employed by Central Illinois Light Company (CILCO) for 30 years. She is survived by Eileen Peerless, sister of La Plata, Maryland and David Peerless, nephew of Chesapeake, Maryland.
She will be buried in Oak Ridge Cemetery in Farmington.
Hap was born November 23, 1932, to Joseph and Nina (Threw) Howard, in Peoria, IL.
Hap married Jacqueline Ekena on July 4, 1964, at the Lutheran Church in Brimfield. She preceded him in death on November 16, 1974. Hap then married Nancy Wagner on April 25, 1975, at the 1st Presbyterian Church in Elmwood. She preceded him in death on October 7, 2025.
Hap is survived by three children, Debra (Roger) Windish of Elmwood, Rodney (Michelle) Andrews of Elmwood, and Christine (Tony) Johnson of Choctaw, OK; 12 grandchildren; and 26 great-grandchildren.
Hap is preceded in death by his parents and one son, Chad Howard.
Hap graduated Elmwood High School in 1951. He attended Western University for a short time and then was drafted into the Army; Hap was a proud Korean War Veteran. He then helped his dad at Joe’s Standard Station in Elmwood. Hap spent his career working at Midland and Coal Company. After retirement, he moved to Arizona where he enjoyed golfing and worked security for the Colorado Rockies during spring training. Hap lived his last year at Green Leaf Senior Living Memory Care in Peoria, where he was treated with love and dignity.
Cremation rites have been accorded. A memorial service with military honors will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Monday, March 9, 2026, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Elmwood. A burial of Hap’s ashes will be held at a later date.
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.
She was born on July 28, 1930 in Chandlerville, Illinois, to Wilmot and Nancy (Lane) Anderson. They preceded her in death as well as seven siblings.
Wilma is also preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Harlen Duckwiler, as well as four of their children, Alan Duckwiler, Dean Duckwiler, Nancy Clark, and Melvin Duckwiler.
She is survived by one daughter Thelma Webb, Sister Lula Anderson, eight grandchildren, Edward (Jen) Henderson, Michael (Deb) Clark, Bobbie (Greg) Gossett, Michelle Clark, Steven Duckwiler, Danny (Cindy) Duckwiler, Melvin Duckwiler Jr, and Marcus (Rachel) Clark, thirteen great-grandchildren, and three great great grandchildren. Wilma retired from Canton Union School District in 1992. She enjoyed crocheting and quilting. She liked to garden, canning as well as bake. She was an avid deer and turkey hunter and was able to go until she was 90 years old. She also enjoyed fishing and mushrooming. Most of all Wilma loved spending time with her family.
A funeral service will be held at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton on Monday, March 9, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. visitation will be held one hour prior to the services.
Burial will immediately follow the services at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton.
Memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Fulton County.
