Canton – Afton B. Watkins, 100, of Canton, passed away at 12:44 PM on Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at Red Oaks Estates in Canton. He was born on August 22, 1915 in Farmington, IL to Cecil and Violet Christine (Addis) Watkins. He married Norma May Edwards on December 26, 1939 in St. Louis, MO. She preceded him in death on April 9, 2007.
Also preceding him in death were his parents, daughter, Bonnie Ann Watkins in 1949, and two brothers, Leo and Bernard Watkins.
Surviving is daughter, Kay (Larry) Wenger of London Mills; four grandsons, Scott Wenger of Pekin, Rodney (Karen) Wenger of Rural Gilson, Douglas (Debra) Wenger of Fairview, and Christopher (Sara) Wenger of Canton; and eight grandchildren, Kirsten, Samantha, Jesse, Addie, Wesley, Cody, Chase, and Ava.
Afton worked as a farm hand, wheat harvester, coal miner, farmer, and at Caterpillar. His hobbies included wood carving, wood working, flowers, yard work, and camping. Afton also built a log cabin in Missouri.
Afton served in the Army Air Corps.
Kay would like to say, his long journey is over and I shall miss him as much as I love and miss my mom. The family would also like to thank Red Oak Estates for their love and care these past few years.
Services will be at 11 AM on Monday, August 1, 2016 at Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, where a visitation will be held from 10-11 AM. Pastor Rebecca Gearhart will officiate. Burial will follow the services at Orendorff Cemetery in Breeds. Memorials can be made to Monterey United Methodist Church. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com
Friday, July 29, 2016
Thursday, July 28, 2016
Margaret P. Galloway
Canton – Margaret P. Galloway, 81, of Canton passed away at 10:05 am Tuesday, July 26, 2016 in Florida. She was born on February 15, 1935 in Pemberton, NJ to Henry and Margaret (Butler) Parker. Margaret married James Galloway on December 3, 1955 in Pemberton, NJ and he preceded her in death on September 20, 1999. Also preceding her in death were her parents, one brother Ed Parker and two sisters; Emily Parker and Marion Abrams. Surviving are two daughters; Kathy (Mike) Rudd of Canton and Christy Shawgo of Lewistown, two sisters; Pearl Stephens of Orange County, CA and Florence Stead of NJ, four grandchildren; Christopher Rudd, Jonathan (Shana) Rudd, Kirsten Shawgo and Caden Shawgo, and two great-grandchildren; Calvin Rudd and Parker Rudd. Also surviving are several nieces and cousins.
Margaret was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church in Canton, Graham Hospital Service League and a past member of the Canton Bowling League. She loved spending time with family and friends.
Services will be 11:00 am Tuesday, August 2, 2016 at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton with the Rev. Bruce Rushing officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to services. Burial will follow in White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton. Memorial contributions can be made to Graham Hospital Service League or Wesley United Methodist Church. To view Margaret’s DVD or leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Wednesday, July 27, 2016
Theresa L. Mackey
Canton – Theresa Louise Mackey, 84, of Canton passed away at 11:22 a.m. on Monday, July 25, 2016, at Heartland Healthcare Center in Canton.
She was born January 29, 1932, in to Floyd Alfred and Emmaline (Wilson) Spotser.
She married O.L. Mackey on June 4, 1950, at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Canton. He preceded her in death on May 1, 2014.
She is survived by her three children, Donald R. (Nancy) Mackey of Canton, Brandon S. Mackey of Canton, and Myra (Jim) Peitzmeier of Peoria; one brother, Floyd (Kathy) Spotser of Canton; one sister, Mayme Deranian of Chicago; nine grandchildren, Nicole Holt, Erik Meek, Tanya Mackey, O.L. Mackey III, Brook Bradley, Lindzay Caldwell, Ben Mackey, Kishwa McIntyre, and Nick Peitzmeier; fifteen great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, O.L. Mackey Jr.; and two sisters, Harriet S. Mackey and Sydney Reddrick.
Theresa earned her Associates Degree in Early Childhood Development. She worked for 15 years as a Pre-School Teacher at Head Start in Canton and worked an additional 15 years as a Developmental Disability Trainer for Emerald Estates in Canton. She was an active member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Canton, where she served as a Sunday School Teacher for many years.
Cremation rites have been accorded. Private services will be held at a later date. Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be made to Mt. Carmel Baptist Church.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Linda S. Allen
Name: Linda S. Allen Age: 66
Address: Rushville, IL
Date of Death: Tuesday,
July 26, 2016 Time: 12:33 am
Place: Wesley Village in Macomb, IL
Date of Birth:
June 19, 1950 Place: Canton, IL
Parents:
Vernon and Helen (Conner) Derry
Married: Len
Allen on March 23, 1984 in Rushville, IL. He survives.
Survivors: Husband-
Len Allen of Rushville, IL
Son-
Jeff Crabtree of Galesburg, IL
Step-Son-
Kent (and Debbie) Allen of Jacksonville, IL
Step-daughter-
Kelley (and Roger) Dunning of Petersburg, IN
Brother-
Larry (and Marge) Derry of Astoria, IL
Sister-
Loretta (and Bob) Mummert of Astoria, IL
Preceded by:
parents
Occupation: Linda worked in rehabilitation services at Astoria Gardens during her high school years. She then worked for Snyder’s Vaughn-Haven Nursing Home in Rushville, IL and last worked for Evergreen Place in Beardstown for over 30 years.
Military:
No
Memberships:
Astoria
Christian Church. She enjoyed reading and loved her backyard, where she enjoyed
watching squirrels and her dog Bono.
Services:
Cremation rites have been
accorded. A Graveside service will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, July 30, 2016.
Place: Summum Cemetery, Summum, IL
Officiating: Pastor Matthew Thiner
Visitation:
none
Interment: Summum Cemetery in Summum, IL
Memorials: American Cancer Society
Services By: Shawgo Memorial Home, Astoria, IL. Online condolences may be given to the family at
www.shawgomemorialhome.org
Tuesday, July 26, 2016
Adrian D. Caulkins
Lewistown- Adrian D. Caulkins, 76, of Lewistown passed away at 8:36 PM Sunday July 24, 2016 at his home.
He was born October 27, 1939 at rural Havana, the only child of Halbert and Lela (Thompson) Caulkins. They preceded him in death as well as Nelson Hoffman, a live in farm hand that was considered family. He married Bonnie J. Melvin on August 15, 1960 at Lewistown. She survives along with their four children, Keenan (Jackie) Caulkins, Adrina (Ed) Brewer, Malina (Larry) Lehman, and Travis (Treva) Caulkins all of Lewistown, nine grandchildren, Andrew and Kimberly Caulkins, Lee, Scott, and Ben Brewer, and Valerie (Brewer) Rutherford, Zachary and Kenton Lehman, and Haley Caulkins, seven great grandchildren, Austin, Logan, Jada, James, Owen, Jaxon, and Desmond. After the premature death of his mother-in-law, Adrian helped raise 9 of his wife’s younger siblings. This made for a large extended family that has remained very close through the years.
Adrian worked at Caterpillar Tractor Company East Peoria plant for 33 years before retiring in 1991. He was known as “Cowboy” by his coworkers. He also worked for the City of Lewistown as a part time police officer and served with the Lewistown Civil Defense-ESDA for 38 plus years, making him one of the longest serving members in Lewistown history. Adrian also enjoyed tractor and farm work, last working part time for Howe Farms.
A fan of country music especially that of Johnny Cash and Boxcar Willie, Adrian was an avid acoustic guitar player. He played in his early years with the band “Spoon Country Five” and later played at Lewistown and Havana Hardees’, Bryant, and Kilbourne. In addition to his music ability Adrian was very artistic and creative. He loved to carve and work with metal and wood. A passion of his was collecting railroad memorabilia, especially railroad lanterns. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and collecting guns. A hard-working and loving husband, father and grandfather, he will be greatly missed.
A gathering for family and friends will be held from 2-4 PM Sunday July 31st at the Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery at a later date. A celebration of life fishfry/potluck will be held on October 22, 2016. Memorial contributions may be made to Graham Hospice. To view Adrian’s life tribute video or to send online condolences visit http://www.henrylange.com/.
Friday, July 22, 2016
Michael R. Ledbetter
Name: Michael R. Ledbetter Age: 61
Address: Astoria, IL
Date of Death: Wednesday, July 20, 2016 Time: 11:30 am
Place: his home
Date of Birth: July 16, 1955 Place: East St. Louis, IL
Parents: Amos Jack and Shirley Frances (Rigney) Ledbetter
Married: Sandra Ledbetter on February 6, 1976 in Belleville, IL. He later married Paula Callis on August 15, 2014 in Belleville. She survives.
Survivors: Wife-Paula Ledbetter of Astoria, IL
Daughter-Tanya (and Jason) Going of Glen carbon, IL
Daughter-Dr. Michelle (and Ben) Hippard of Mascoutah, IL
Son-Daniel Barks of Greenville, SC
Son-David (and Kristin) Barks of Columbia, IL
7 Grandchildren: Makenzie and Nathan Hippard, Nicholas, Samuel, and
Brooklyn Going, and Isaac and Remington Barks.
Sister-Lynn Hoese of Eureka, MO
Sister-Karen Ledbetter of St. Louis, MO
Nephew-Alex Hoese of Eureka, MO
Preceded by: Parents
Occupation: Ironworker, working for Ironworker’s Local 392 on East St. Louis for over 30 years
Military: No
Memberships: Ironworker’s Local 392 of East St. Louis. He loved to hunt.
Services: Cremation rites have been accorded.
Place:
Officiating:
Visitation: None
Interment: None
Memorials:
Services By: Shawgo Memorial Home, Astoria, IL. Online condolences may be
given to the family at www.shawgomemorialhome.org
Wednesday, July 20, 2016
Russell Rector Jr
Smithfield- Russell Rector Jr; 95, of Smithfield, passed away at 3:20 AM Tuesday July 19, 2016 at rural Smithfield.
He was born May 23, 1921 at Smithfield, the son of Russell Fate and Marie (Watson) Rector. He married Rhae Robinson on March 4, 1950 at Kewanee. She preceded him in death on May 10, 2012. He was also preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include one daughter, Linda (Kendall) Sill of rural Smithfield, two granddaughters, Laura Sill of Clearwater, FL; and Sarah Sill of Elgin, and one sister, Lois Ault of Amberst, VA.
Russell farmed for many years, and had also drove a school bus for Cuba School District before retiring. He served as treasurer for Cass Township for many years.
Services will be held at 11:00 AM Friday at Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Cuba, where visitation will be held one hour prior to services. Burial will be in Baughman Cemetery at rural Smithfield. Memorial contributions may be made to OSF Hospice or Fiatt Independent Christian Church. To view Russell’s life tribute video or to send condolences visit henrylange.com.
Tuesday, July 19, 2016
Nellie Kuhn
Canton - Josephine Nellie Kuhn, 95, of Canton, transitioned peacefully into her eternal reward on Sunday evening July 17, 2016, at Spring Meadows assisted living center in Naperville, IL.
Nellie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a phenomenal woman with a loving heart and infectious laugh and kept her sense of humor even until her last days. She will be missed by all.
She was born June 9, 1921 in, Derry, LA, and was the daughter of Constance Gallien and Alice Gallien, and the oldest daughter of six children.
She married her husband of 58 years, Orval Jesse Kuhn Sr. on June 15, 1943, in Denver, CO. They eventually moved to Canton where Orval became the Chief Operator of the water filtration plant for 34 years. Nellie worked many years at Tempo Department store in Canton and they were both Cub fans.
He preceded her in death on July 30, 2001. One daughter, Nelda Jane Kuhn, also preceded her in death on February 21, 1985. She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Richard “Hasey” Gallien, John Kelly Gallien, and Joseph Gallien; and one sister, Clotile Williams.
They were members of the First Baptist Church in Canton and both enjoyed volunteering in the Food Pantry program at FBC.
She is dearly loved by her surviving five children, Robert (Marlene) Kuhn of Muskegon, MI, Lydia (John) Soldwedel of Naperville, William (Shi Lan) Kuhn of Peoria, Marcus (Tammi) Kuhn of Chatham, and “Butch” Orval Jesse (Pam) Kuhn Jr. of Warrenville; and one sister, Motile Clark of Chico, CA; nine grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 23, 2016, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton, with Rev. Monroe Bailey officiating. Visitation will be held Friday evening from 5-7 p.m. Burial will be at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton.
Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church Food Pantry.
To view Nellie’s tribute video, or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Monday, July 18, 2016
Charlotte Mayberry
Bryant- Charlotte Mayberry, 82, of Bryant passed away at 4:05 PM Friday July 15, 2016 at the Renaissance Care Center in Canton.
She was born August 25, 1933 at Liverpool Twp. the daughter of Arnold and Maggie (Barker) Wilcoxen. She married Kenneth L. Mayberry on December 22, 1950 at Bryant and they were married over 50 years. He died May 5, 2001. She was also preceded in death by her parents, one son, Mike Newlun, one granddaughter, six brothers, and six sisters. Surviving are one son, Rick (Kathy) Mayberry of Bryant, three grandchildren, Joe (Kim) Mayberry, of Bryant, Tiffany Mayberry of Bryant, and Tammy Mayberry of Ashville, NC; ten great grandchildren including Logan, Baylee and Kennedy Mayberry of Bryant, and one great great grandchild.
Charlotte was a cook for 21 years at Bradley University. She was a member of Covenant Community Fellowship in Canton. Charlotte was grandma to everyone and was a faithful prayer warrior. The family would like to thank all of her special friends and staff for her care at Renaissance Care Center in Canton.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM Tuesday July 19th at the Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown with Reverend Monroe Bailey officiating. Burial will be in Apple Cemetery at rural Lewistown. Visitation will be held from 5-7 PM Monday at the memorial home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Covenant Community Fellowship in Canton. To view Charlotte’s life tribute video or to send online condolences visit http://www.henrylange.com/.
Wanda M. Dorich
Canton – Wanda Maxine Dorich, 93, of Canton passed away at 3:13 p.m. on Saturday, July 16, 2016, at Farmington Country Manor.
She was born January 20, 1923, in Fairview to Elden and Alta (Harn) Rohrer. She married Frank Dorich on March 10, 1944, during his enlistment in the United States Army. He preceded her in death on November 24, 2010.
She is survived by her two sons, Michael Lynn (Gloria) Dorich of Wheaton and Roderick Alan (Kathy) Dorich of Noblesville; one brother, Henry Rohrer of Canton; three grandchildren, Alan Dorich, Ann Daniel, and Kristin Dorich; and two great-grandchildren, Emma and Jameson Daniel.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Kenneth Rohrer; and two sisters, Melba McGuire and Wilda Brown.
Wanda was a self-sacrificing homemaker and a devoted mother, wife, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
A visitation will be held from 1-2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 20, 2016, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton. Graveside funeral services will be held immediately following the visitation at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton.
Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
To view Wanda’s tribute video, or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Elizabeth A. Maxson
Canton – Elizabeth A. “Liz” Maxson, 75, of Canton passed away Saturday, July 16, 2016 at her residence. She was born on
April 18, 1941 in Canton to Harry and Dale (Sprecher) Hamilton.
Surviving is one daughter Dawn (Chuck) Mulligan, two brothers; Richard (Kathie) Hamilton of Cuba and Charles Hamilton of Plainfield, two grandsons; Payton and Sammy Mulligan and her dog Odie Boy.
Preceding her in death were her parents, sister-in-law Ann Hamilton, and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Liz retired from Star Delivery and Transport, where she worked in the office. She was a member of Locust Lane United Methodist Church, enjoyed reading and playing solitary. Her pride and joy were her grandsons and loved to watch them play sports.
Memorial services will be at 1:00 pm Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at Locust Lane United Methodist Church in rural Canton with the Rev. Terry Westerfield officiating. Celebration of Life will be held two hours prior to services at the church on Tuesday. Cremation rites have been accorded as her wishes. Memorials can be made to her family c/o of CEFCU. Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Friday, July 15, 2016
Donald W. Wheeler
Canton – Donald W. Wheeler, 83, of Canton passed away 10:55 am Friday, July 15, 2016 at his residence. He was born on September 20, 1932 in Canton to Wayman D. and Pauline H. (Harmon) Wheeler. Don married Karen Latimer on January 21, 1962 in Fairview, IL. She survives along with three children; Brian (Melanie) Wheeler of Germantown Hills, Brad Wheeler of Peoria, and Renee (Kevin) Beebe of Canton, one sister Marilyn Palmer of Albuquerque, NM, and five grandchildren; Christopher Wheeler, Tyler and Nicole Beebe, Charlie and Sally Shay. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Don was a diesel mechanic at Caterpillar Inc. for 40 years, retiring in 1991. His only vice seemed to be a lifetime addiction to racing, whether on four wheels or two. A charter member of the NHRA and the Gear Jammers, he successfully proved you can roll a Hudson Terraplane, a feat in and of itself… and walk away to tell about. He was a lifetime member of the Canton Motorcycle Club, continuing to race on local dirt tracks until the age of 74 when he finally retired from motorcycle racing.
A Memorial Service will be held at 6:00 pm Monday, July 18, 2016 at the Fairview Reformed Church in Fairview. Following the Memorial Service at the church, there will be a Celebration of Life in the Fellowship Hall. Don became well acquainted with the dedicated and caring staff of the Fulton County Emergency Medical Association during the last few years. He would have preferred instead of flowers, that memorials be donated to them.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Thursday, July 14, 2016
Jack W. Taylor
Lewistown- Jack W. Taylor, 75, of Lewistown, passed away at 10:35 PM Wednesday July 13, 2016 at Heartland Health Care Center in Canton.
He
was born May 1, 1941 at Lewistown, the son of Charles E. and Mabel
(Davis) Taylor. He married Cheryl Butler on Sept. 17, 1965 at Lewistown.
She survives with three children, Stephanie (Kevin) Wheelwright of
Canton, Brandon C. Taylor of Canton, and Jack Charles “J.C” (Debbie)
Taylor of Lewistown, three grandchildren, Claire E. Wheelwright, Jack R.
Wheelwright, and Lane C. Wheelwright, two step grandchildren, Ashley
Hill, and Taylor Lange, one brother, Carrol Taylor of Canton, and two
sisters, Carolyn Danner of Lewistown, and Susan Sarti of Manito. He was
preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, and three sisters.
Jack
was a 1960 graduate of Lewistown High School. He was a retired coal
miner having worked locally at Cuba #9, Buckheart, Industry, and Norris
Mines over the years. He had also worked at MSD. He served in the Army
Reserves and was a member of the Lewistown American Legion, and was a
social member of Lewistown VFW Post 5001. He enjoyed fishing and
gardening, and was a hands on inventor of small gadgets.
Cremation will be accorded. A visitation will be held Tuesday July 19th
from 4-6 PM at Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown followed by a
memorial service at 6:00 PM. Military rites will be accorded following
the service at the funeral home by Lewistown VFW Post 5001 and American
Legion Bishop Post 1. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fulton
County Humane Society or the Lewistown United Methodist Church. To view
Jack’s life tribute or to send condolences visit henrylange.com
Virginia R. McCormick
Name: Virginia R. McCormick Age:
85 Address: Astoria,
IL
Date of Death: Wednesday,
July 13, 2016 Time: 1:36 pm
Place: McDonough District Hospital ER,
Macomb, IL
Date of Birth: August 20, 1930 Place: Ray,
IL
Parents: Leonard
and Alliene (Aten) Brockley
Married: Phillip
“Bud” McCormick on February 12, 1949 in Canton, IL.
Bud preceded her in death
on April 5, 2006.
Survivors: Son-
Scott McCormick of Astoria, IL
Son- Chris (and Roberta)
McCormick of Astoria, IL
5 Grandchildren- Chad
McCormick, Blake McCormick, Jordan Kinkad,
Rachel(and Terrence) Anderson and Vanessa
McCormick
1 Great-Grandson: Gage
McNew
Sister- Donna Farr of
Table Grove, IL
Brother- David (and
Norma) Brockley of Vermont, IL
Preceded by: son, Rick McCormick and sister, Doris Kost
Occupation: worked at the Vermont Foundry in Vermont, Steven’s Publishing in Astoria
and
various other stores in Astoria.
Memberships: farmwife. She was also a member of the
Astoria United Methodist Church
and Pythian Sisters Lodge of Astoria
Place: Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, IL
Officiating: David Little
Visitation:
1 hour prior to the service on Sunday
Interment: Woodland Cemetery in Astoria, IL
Memorials: Woodland Cemetery or the Astoria
Fire and Rescue Squad
family at www.shawgomemorialhome.org
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