Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Marcia Lee Kern
Paul "PA" Arthur Watson
Paul was born on a farm in Liverpool, Illinois on October 27,1931 to Raymond and Kathryn (Whitehead) Watson. Growing up Paul attended one room schoolhouses along with his brothers Ronald Watson, Roy Watson, and sisters Crystal (Watson) Rude, and Judy (Watson) Norton in Missouri. The family later moved to Canton Il. where he graduated from Canton High School in 1949. He married Mary Jane
(Snyder) Watson on April 4,1954. His wife Mary Jane Watson, parents Raymond Watson, Kathryn Watson, brothers Ronald Watson, Roy Watson preceded him in death, along with grandchildren Jaime Smith and Nathan Watson.
Paul and Mary Jane had 6 children in 8 years. Paul had a variety of jobs, including farming, working at Le Tourneau Manufacturing, working in an autobody shop, salesman, and finally as an insurance adjuster for Allstate. Paul was a Jack of All Trades: he built houses, fixed cars, a repairman of just about anything. But what Paul enjoyed most was being outdoors in nature. He was not only an avid hunter but he loved all animals. Paul had at one time or another almost every type of wild animal as a pet. Mary Jane put up with red squirrels, flying squirrels, foxes, raccoons, ducks, turkeys and peacocks, to name a few, both in and outside of the house. Paul loved tending his flowers when he got older. Paul was a disciplinarian with his children, but when it came to his grandchildren and great grandchildren, they could do little wrong. Paul attended Shields Chapel and was later a member of Evangelical Free Church of Canton.
Children: David (Valerie) Watson, Susan (Ronald) Smith, Daniel (Jackie) Watson, Stephen (Jennifer) Watson, Kevin Watson, Lori (Brian) Goforth.
Grandchildren: Tricia Streitmatter, Tracie Markey, Julie Kidder, Chad Smith, Jennifer Regan, Ryan Watson, Stephanie Arnold, Jacob Watson, Jesse Watson, Owen Watson, Meggan McKean, Mollie Haffner, Morgan Miller, Mason Goforth
Greatgrandchildren: Bailey Streitmatter, Grace Streitmatter, Logan Markey, Ellie Markey, Anna Kidder, Jacob Kidder, Claire Kidder, Luke Kidder, Levi Kidder, Alex Smith, Marley Smith, Lilly Smith, Kennedi Regan, Carsyn Regan, Ryleigh Watson, Keighley Watson, Kyla Arnold, Luca Arnold, Theodore Arnold, Tate Watson, Claire Watson, Wyatt Watson, Zuri McKean, Duke Haffner, Georgia Haffner, Lucy Miller, Hallie Miller.
Visitation is scheduled for Thursday, March 2, 2023 at 10am, with the funeral to follow at 11am at Canton, Evangelical Free Church, 1300 E. Chestnut, Canton, Il 61520.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, American Heart Association, or charity of your choice. To leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com
Lonna Hall
She was born on May 7, 1946 in Peoria to Wiley and Dorothy (Bartholomew) Mansker.
Surviving is her father, two sons, John (Amy) Hall of Cary, N.C., Jeremy (Laurie) Hall of East Peoria, two brothers, Don (Sue) Mansker of Kansas City, MO, John (Mary) Mansker of Freeburg, IL, one sister, Vickie Mansker of Peoria, and three grandchildren, Maya, Lily and Molly. She married Timothy Hall. She was preceded in death by her mother.
She retired after working for Grace Presbyterian Church in Peoria.
Lonna was a loving mother, daughter, grandmother, sister and friend and her primary concern was for the care of her family.
A graveside funeral service will be held on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at 2pm, at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton with a visitation from 12:45 until 1:45 pm at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton.
Memorials may be made to Grace Presbyterian Church.
To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
John Lee Williams
He was born on February 14, 1943, in Mattoon, Illinois, to John W. and Helen (Martin) Williams. They preceded him in death.
He married Lorene (Kaffer) Williams on July 24, 1976, in Smithfield. She preceded him in death on July 30, 2010.
He is survived by four children, Melinda (Claude) Youngren, Mark (Morgan) Williams, Roy (Jenny) Robinson, and Allen (Julie) Williams, one brother, Charles “Chuck” (Diana) Williams, ten grandchildren, and twelve great grandchildren.
John is a Veteran of the United States Navy. He was a member of the Cuba American Legion, and the Cuba Christian Church. He retired from Caterpillar in East Peoria in 1999. After retirement he worked around Cuba at Day and Palin, Casey’s, and at the school. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, hunting, horses, Mountain Man black powder, and enjoyed a good glass of wine. John enjoyed coaching his kids in their childhood and loved all family and friend gatherings. Most of all he loved spending time with all his family.
A funeral service will be held at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. visitation will be held Friday, March 3, 2023 at the funeral home from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Immediately following the funeral burial with Military Honor’s will be held at the Cuba Cemetery. A luncheon will be held following the services at the cemetery at the Cuba American Legion
Memorials may be made to Fulton County Humane Society or to the Cass Putman Rescue Squad.
To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Monday, February 27, 2023
Ronald P. Ward, Jr.
He was born July 19, 1971 at Stauton, IL; the son of Ronald P. and Linda (Morris) Ward Sr. He married Roxanne French on March 12, 1999 at Lewistown. She survives along with his parents of Cuba, four sons, Jessy (Fiancée Rylee Martindale) Ward, Brady Ward, Cody Ward, and Mikel Ward all of Cuba, two step children, Randall (Ashley) French of Havana, and Kari (Brett) Chaney of Havana, one grandson, Mitais Ward, two step grandchildren, Zoey French and Arlo Chaney, two brothers, Randy (Debra) Ward of Havana, and Toby (Fiancée Jennifer) Ward of Cuba, two half-brothers, Phillip (Marilyn) Ward of Canton, and Ronald (Tara) Ward of Lewistown, one half-sister, Melody Ward of Dunfermline, and several cousins including Shelly (Chris) Demmit.
Ron worked as a laborer at various businesses. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, riding 4 wheelers and motorcycles.
Cremation will be accorded, and no services are planned at this time. Memorial contributions may be made to his family. Condolences may be made at henrylange.com.
Sharleen Massey-Liverett
She was born November 17, 1970 at Scotland the daughter of Angusina (Beaton) Massey and her step father Dale Massey. She was preceded in death by her mother. Surviving are her step father Dale Massey, three children, Kurtis Massey of Lewistown, Dale Massey Jr. of Quincy, and Casea Liverett of Peoria, three grandchildren, Morgan, and Avery, of Lewistown, and Elliott of Havana, one foster daughter, Autum, a great nephew, Ryker, one brother, John Massey, of Lewistown, and one sister, Janice Massey of Lewistown.
Sharleen retired from the Illinois Department of Corrections with 27 years of service. She enjoyed working on puzzles and collecting bears and tigers.
Cremation will be accorded. There will be a visitation from 5-7 PM Thursday March 2nd at the Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown. To send online condolences visit henrylange.com.
Theodore R. Deming, Jr.
He is also survived by his children, Martin Royal Deming of Kent, WA, Michael Frederick Deming of Spokane, WA, Elizabeth (and Ryan) Eaton of Spanway, WA, David James Deming of Olympia, WA and Kenneth Ellis (and Colleen) Waggoner of Slaten, TX, 8 grandchildren, Crystal Diane, Katherine, Rebecca, Alyssa, Rhea, David Josiah, Brandon, and Tyler, brother, Douglas (and Patti) Deming of Salt Lake City, UT, and his sister, Dorothy Manhardt of Hamburg, NY.
Ted was preceded in death by his parents.
He was a private pilot and an entrepreneur.
Ted proudly served in United States Air Force from 1955 to 1964 and was a Veteran of the Vietnam War. He then was a member of the Civil Air Patrol with a rank of Major. In this role, Ted taught youth to be adults, responsible, respectful and ready for life.
He was an honored soldier, both in the military and in life. He was continually connected with life and was always on the go.
Ted was an Elder and member of the Berean Christian Church in Ipava. He loved serving the Lord and his church. He was also a member of the Ipava Masonic Lodge.
Services will be held at 11 pm on Monday, February 27, 2023 at the Berean Christian Church in Ipava. Pastor Doug Gorman will be officiating. A visitation will take place 1 hour prior to service on Monday. Interment will be in the Fairview Cemetery. Masonic services will be held at the cemetery, along with full military rites will be provided by the Ipava American Legion and Scott Air Base Honor Guard. Memorials may be made to the choice of the donor’s choice.
Robert L. "Bob" Perry
Robert is survived by his mother, two children, Jeremy Perry of Peoria and Christina (Brad) Lagle of Holly Springs, N.C.; one grandson, Jakob Lagle; four brothers, David "Buddy" (Donna) Perry of Metamora, Mike (Brenda) Perry of Hanna City, Rick (Cherie Leezer) Perry, of Toulon, Don(Carol) Perry of Elmwood; and one sister Joyce (Jack) Williams of Trivoli.
He is preceded in death by his father; one brother Edward Perry; and one sister Patricia Gibson.
Robert was a retired truck driver and an avid Harley motorcycle rider. He was also a Veteran of the United States Navy.
Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Home & Crematory in Canton, Il. Memorials may be made to the donor's choice. To leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com.
Mildred Palmer
She was born on February 21, 1924, in Raritan, IL to George and Marian (Barnett) Voorhees.
She married Kenneth Palmer on September 21, 1942, in Kahoka, MO. He preceded her in death on April 24, 1984.
Surviving is her son, George (Ginger Taylor) Palmer of Florida, two grandchildren, George (Nicole) Palmer Jr, Mary (Erich) Linnemann and one great grandchild, Mackenzie Palmer.
She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Edward and John Voorhees.
She was a former member of the County Board of Supervisors and retired as the school secretary from the Canton School District #66. She was a active volunteer for the Graham Hospital and a member of Wesley United Methodist Church. Her pastimes included playing Bridge and crocheting.
A funeral service will be held at 11 am on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton with a visitation one hour prior at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St Jude Children’s Hospital.
To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Friday, February 24, 2023
Gerald F. McCausland
Gerald was preceded in death by his parents, two children; Teresa Sue McCausland and James R. “Jim” McCausland, brother Carl McCausland and two sisters; Florene Harris and Eileen Keithley.
Gerald was a Navy veteran. He worked as a farmer also retired from Keystone Steel and Wire in Bartonville. Gerald enjoyed traveling with Julia, being outdoors hunting and fishing and loved spending time with friends and family.
Cremation rites have been accorded and there will be a Celebration of Life from 1-3 pm, Saturday, March 4 2023 at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton. To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Larry A. Williams
Canton-Larry A. Williams, 78, passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at Red Oak Memory Care in Canton.
He was born on January 19, 1945, in Canton to Charles F. and Keturah Gene (Hinds) Williams. They preceded him in death.
He married Trudy Dorich on April 18, 1981, in Canton. She survives.
Also surviving is his daughter, Franki (Late Jeremy) Ruck of Canton, Grandson Alex Ruck of Canton, Sister, Jane Whitaker of Sycamore, IL and several Nieces and nephews.
He was also preceded in death by one brother, Richard.
Larry owned and operated Williams Painting and decorating. He had a passion for vegetable gardening and ended up giving away most of his produce. He served in the Air National Guard.
Cremation rites have been accorded through the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton. A graveside burial of the ashes will be held on Friday, February 24, 2023, at 2pm at Cuba Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Donor’s choice.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Brandy J. Baker
Brandy was an organ donor. She was an avid reader and enjoyed spending time with friends and family.
Cremation rites have been accorded and there will be a Celebration of Life at a later date. Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton are in charge of arrangements. To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Beverly J. Furlong
She was born December 8, 1939, in Peoria, to Carl and Frances (Trapper) Ray. She married Robert Furlong on February 8, 1958, in Creve Coeur. He preceded her in death on August 31, 2017.
Beverly is survived by three children, Scot Furlong of Brimfield, Natalie (Rod) Gilles of Brimfield, and Holly (Gary) Johnson of Brimfield; one sister, Delores Horn; eight grandchildren, Corey, Seth, Kevin, Constance, Hannah, Bret, Adam, and Emilee; and sixteen great-grandchildren.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; and one sister, Brenda Calvert.
Beverly, along with her husband Robert, owned Oak Hill Inn and R Place where everyone knew your name.
Cremation rites have been accorded. A visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., on Thursday, February 23, 2023, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Brimfield. A funeral mass immediately follow at 10:30 a.m. at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Brimfield Fire Department.
To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Elmwood is in charge of arrangements.
Dennis C. Nelson
Dennis worked at the Galva Auto Supply store and later as a janitor at Galva Grade School. He was an avid golfer and fisherman. Dennis loved spending time with friends and family especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was a Navy veteran.
Cremation rites have been accorded and there will be no services. Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton are in charge of arrangements. To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Betty A. Rosecrans
Betty is survived by three children, Nancy (Kenneth) Bush of Port Hope, MI, Daniel (Laura) Rosecrans of Albuquerque, NM, and William (Janet) Rosecrans of Kickapoo; one sister, Elaine Bowers; fourteen grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren; and one great-grandchild on the way.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; one stillborn child; and one brother, Charles Burress.
Betty attended Methodist School of Nursing and was an Army Cadet nurse. She worked at Methodist Hospital. She also attended Bradley University where she obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing. She also worked for the State of Illinois Public Aid. She enjoyed attending the Brimfield’s boys and girls basketball games. She was a longtime member of over 50 years at the Elmwood Baptist Church.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Friday, February 24, 2023, at the Elmwood Baptist Church. A visitation will be prior to the service from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the church. Burial will immediately follow at Elmwood Township Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to B.Y.E. Ambulance, where she was a volunteer paramedic for many years, and the Elmwood Baptist Church.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Elmwood is in charge of arrangements.
Kenneth A. Hess
He is also survived by five children, Hillary Hess of Kewanee, Lori Hess of Kewanee, Jamie (Nicki) Hess of Toulon, Jenny Janey of Kewanee, and Angie Janey of Bradford; two brothers; three sisters; twelve grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Cremation rites have been accorded. Per his request, there will be no services at this time. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Elmwood is in charge of arrangements.
Ethel Mae Dworak
Ethel was born October 10, 1914 in Beardstown, Illinois. She was the daughter of John Henry and Alice
Louise (Kelly) Duchardt. She married Joseph Richard Dworak on September 6th, 1958, in Watseka Illinois;
(he preceded her in death). She was also preceded in death by her parents; one brother John Kelly
Duchardt Sr; one sister Dolores Agnes Dusch; one nephew John Kelly Duchardt Jr; and one great nephew, John David Duchardt.
She is survived by two nephews, Charles Eugene Duchardt and David Duchardt; Great Nephew Doug Duchardt; four Great Nieces, Stacy Rogagna, Gretchen Petrunich, Megan Donnelli, Heather Duchardt; and many great-great nephews
and nieces that adored her.
She was a member of Villa Grove United Methodist Church, and she loved her Lord and Savior Jesus
Christ.
Ethel was a very special, smart and strong woman: surviving many health issues over the years, including
typhoid fever, polio, measles, and colon cancer. She was able to live in her own home until just a few
years ago.
She graduated from Villa Grove High School. She was employed at Franklin Life Insurance Company for
10 years, and employed at John Hancock as a loan closing specialist for farm and corporation loans in
Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan and Wisconsin for 34 years.
She was a member of Canton Country Club, Elks Lodge and Moose Club.
She had many talents and hobbies, including Antiques Study Group of Champaign Illinois, Gardening:
providing flowers for the tables at Senior Centers, a member of the Quilting Club with the Methodist
Church of Champaign. She loved Ballroom Dancing, and playing cards with friends and family.
Private Burial at Greenwood Cemetery in Canton, IL will be arranged by Sedgwick Funeral Homes and Crematory in Canton, IL at a later date. Memorials may be made to Residents in Need at Snyder Village in Metamora, IL, 61548 or to Illinois Cancer Care. To leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com
Sharon Lee McKinney
Sharon worked for National Standard for many years and later worked as a caretaker. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, fishing, and spending time with her family.
Graveside services will be held on Friday, February 24, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at Laurel Hill Cemetery in Havana. Rev. Abraham Mogerman will officiate.
Memorial donations may be made in Sharon’s name to her family. Online condolences can be left for her family at www.hurleyfh.com.
Hurley Funeral Home in Havana is in charge of arrangements.
Monday, February 20, 2023
Judith Whitehouse
Mrs. Whitehouse was a member of Manito Community United Methodist Church. She worked for Forman and Midwest Central High Schools as a cook for twenty-three years. She was a member of Tri-County Twirlers, American Legion Auxiliary, a volunteer at Immanuel’s Warehouse and a lifelong resident of Manito. Judy was always very family oriented. She enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., with visitation immediately prior to the services, from 12:30 until 2:00 p.m. at Maas-Hurley Funeral Home, in Manito. Burial will follow the services at Meadowlawn Cemetery. Rev. Steve Oaks will officiate.
Memorial contributions may be made to Immanuel’s Warehouse, or Manito Community United Methodist Church. Online memorial messages may be left for the family at www.hurleyfh.com.
Maas-Hurley Funeral Home in Manito, is in charge of arrangements.
Jane L. Boyd
She was born September 30,1931 at Lewistown, the daughter of Isaac and Opal (Wilcoxen) Harn. She married John H. Boyd on September 30,1950 at Lewistown. He preceded her in death on November 23, 2009. She was also preceded in death by her parents, one infant son, Donnie Boyd, two brothers, and six sisters. Survivors include two daughters, Rhonda (Rick) Johnson of Lewistown, and Andrea (Jerry) Mann of Lewistown, two granddaughters, Alison (Tom) Svob of Lewistown, and Anissa (Travis) Nelson of Mediapolis, Iowa, five great grandchildren, Tyler and Alivia Svob, Arizona, Trapper, and John Nelson, one brother, Lewis Harn of Lewistown, and one sister-in-law, Thelma Harn of Cuba.
Jane was a member of the Lewistown VFW Auxiliary and the Lewistown American Legion Auxiliary where she served as president of both organizations. She served as the first leader and president of the Junior Girls Unit. She was instrumental in the Patriot programs at the Lewistown Grade School, and the Jaws of Life Safety programs at the Lewistown High School, for this she was selected Lewistown Citizen Of the Month in 1998. In 2016 the former Lewistown American Legion building was named after her. In 2021 she was the Grand Marshall at the Lewistown Homecoming Parade. In 2022 the first night of “Music in the Park” was proclaimed Jane Boyd Day in the city of Lewistown. She was awarded one of the Distinguished Alumni Recipients at the 2022 Lewistown Alumni Banquet. She was an avid bowler and served as president of the Canton Bowling League. She was known as Nanny to any one that knew her.
Services will be held at 10:30 am Thursday February 23,2023 at Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown with her niece Darla Henderson officiating. Visitation will be held Wednesday February 22,2023 from 5-7 pm at the memorial home. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, and memorial contributions may be made to the Lewistown American Legion Auxiliary or the Lewistown VFW Auxiliary. To view Jane’s life tribute video or to send condolences visit henrylange.com
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