Gerald L. VanDusen

Gerald “Jerry” L. VanDusen, 63, of Canton, passed away at 4:59 p.m., on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at his residence. He was born February 2, 1960, in Galesburg, to Alfred and Mary (Rosecrans) VanDusen.

He is survived by two brothers, Jim VanDusen and Doug VanDusen; and one sister, Ruth Stenwall.

He is preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Richard VanDusen.

The family greatly appreciates April, who was his caregiver and friend.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Elmwood. A visitation will be held prior to the funeral from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., at the funeral home. Burial will immediately follow the service at Yates City Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation.

To view Jerry’s video tribute or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

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

Joshua Edward Wilson

Joshua Edward Wilson, infant son of Anna Metcalf-Wilson and Aeryn Wilson of Havana, Illinois, passed away at OSF Children’s Hospital in Peoria, Illinois, on Thursday, March 23, 2023, at 10:25 pm. He was born Wednesday, March 22, 2023.

Joshua is survived by his parents; his grandparents, Shelli Stagers and Chad Hendricks; a great-great grandmother, Marjorie Bauser; and his aunts and uncles; Desiree Bishop, Kaleb Wilson, Kira Hendricks, Shawn Hendricks, J.T. Metcalf, Bree Kisner and Brittany McDermott.

Joshua was preceded in death by his great grandfathers, Frank Wilson and Rich (wife Pat) Hendricks; and a great-great grandfather, Dieter Bauser.

A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday, April 8, 2023, from 10 am to 12 pm at Hurley Funeral Home in Petersburg, Illinois. A memorial service will follow at 12 pm with Pastor Rick Pierce officiating. Burial will take place at Farmers Point Cemetery following the service.

Memorial contributions may be made to Anna and Aeryn to help offset expenses.

Please visit Joshua’s online obituary at hurleyfh.com to view his obituary and share condolences with his family.

Edward L. Wickert

Edward Lee Wickert, 63 of Ipava, Illinois, passed away at Graham Hospital in Canton, Illinois on March 28, 2023 with his family by his side. He was born on June 6, 1959 in Havana, Illinois, the son of Tommy and Betty (Bishop) Wickert of Ipava. Ed married Pamela (Collier) Mayall on October 29, 1983. She survives.

Also surviving are two sons, Kyle (and Tammy Caraker) Wickert of Vienna, Illinois and Neal (and Jessa) Wickert of Ipava, two step-daughters, Krissa (and Dave) Nystrom of Tremont, Illinois and Niki (and Matt) Pataky of Washington, Missouri, his grandchildren Boden Wickert, Mackenzie and Will Pataky, Samantha and Autumn Kendrick, step-grandchildren Myles and Aleah Nystrom, two close sisters, Diana (and Terry) Arnett of Table Grove, Illinois and Sue (and Randy) Farr of Ipava, one sister-in-law Bonnie (and Bill) Poli of Peachtree City, Georgia, brother-in-law George (and Michelle) Collier of Pearland, Texas and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother-in-law Phil Poli and his beloved dog Cooper.

Ed was a graduate of VIT High School in Table Grove, Illinois. After graduation, he worked for the AMAX Coal Company for nine years before going into grain and livestock farming full time.

He served on the Schuyler-Brown FS Board and later retired as the President of Fulton FS Board, serving for over 40 years. He was a member of the Ipava United Presbyterian Church in Ipava.

Ed was a long time farmer who loved nothing more than taking his dog for a ride around the farm, stopping for a visit with friends in his old blue pickup. He was a WWII history buff, which was appropriate, being born on June 6th. He loved running his bulldozer, watching old TV series, especially Gunsmoke, and treating Pam with a weekend supper out, which usually ended at the nearest Mexican restaurant. Ed’s greatest pride was in his children and grandchildren; making his life’s goal to improve and pass down the farm first settled by the Wickert family in 1877. He had a strong faith in God, whom he now resides with.

Services will be held on Sunday, April 2, 2023 at 3:00 pm at the Ipava United Presbyterian Church in Ipava. Pastor Kevin Kessler will officiate. Visitation will take place from 1-3 pm prior to the funeral at the church. Interment will take place in the Ipava Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Ipava Fire and Rescue Squad or the Ipava United Presbyterian Church.

Shawgo Memorial Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

Karen Taylor

Karen Taylor, 66, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at her home peacefully in her sleep.

She was born on April 12, 1956, in Peoria to Melvin “Mel” (Loretta) Harris, and Shirley (Dagit) Harris. She is preceded in death by her father, one son Jacob Taylor, and one grandson Mason Crnkovich.

Karen Married Tim Taylor on May 11, 1984, in Canton. He preceded her in death on January 3, 2018.

Karen is survived by three children, Karlee Crnkovich, Kolin (Katy) Crnkovich, and Trinity Taylor, one sister Pam Harris, two brothers, Greg (Stephanie) Harris, and Steve (Rose) Harris, five grandchildren, Mackenzie, Phoenix, Eden, Lyla, and Drew, and her dog Stella

Karen graduated from Canton High School in the class of 1974, where she was the pom pom captain.

Karen previously owned Total Fitness. She later was a fitness instructor at the Canton YMCA. She attended Wesley United Methodist Church and Farmington Methodist Church. Karen found comfort and friendship in support groups for widows. She was part of the “Road Widows” on Facebook and a local group “Lonely Souls”. She enjoyed camping, boating at Canton Lake and riding motorcycles with Tim. She enjoyed camping with her family at the Springfield Mile where they worked the gate on turn 4 during the race. Most of all Karen loved spending time with her family and attending all her kids and grandkids activities. Karen’s last goal in life was to be there to meet her youngest grandchild Drew when he was born in January.

A funeral service will be held at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton at 3:00p.m. on Saturday April 1, 2023. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. before the service. Cremation rites have been accorded a private burial of her ashes will take place at a later date at Greenwood Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or to Back on Track Racers Recovery.

To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

June I. Horton

June I Horton, 86, of Springfield, Ohio, passed away, Sunday, March 26, 2023, at Springfield Regional Medical Center in Springfield, Ohio.

She was born in Farmington Illinois on July 24, 1936, to William and Isabelle (McPherson) Reid. She was preceded in death by her Parents and brothers John S (Elma) Reid, and Thomas W (Virgina) Reid.

She married Phillip A Horton on March 4th, 1956; he preceded her in death on June 27th, 1975.

June is survived by her two children, Kristy (Kyle) Chess of Urbana Ohio, and Bradley Horton of Springfield Ohio, and her three granddaughters, Erin, Rebecca, and Lauren

June worked for International Harvester in Canton until its closing. Continuing her employment in Springfield Ohio, where she retired in 2002.

A funeral service will be held at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton on April 1, 2023 at 11 am, where visitation will be 1 hour prior to services.

Burial will immediately follow the services at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton.

To leave online condolences please visit oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Ronald "Ron" R. Anderson

Ronald “Ron” R. Anderson, 76, of Brimfield, passed away at 5:50 p.m., on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at the OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria. He was born September 13, 1946, in Peoria, to Robert and Vera (Kohl) Anderson. He married Mary Aberle on July 10, 1971, in Peoria. She survives.

Ron is also survived by two children, Jennifer (Kelly) Shaughnessy of Mapleton, and Angela Anderson of Chicago; one brother, Steven (Sheree) Anderson, and one grandson, Ty Thomas Shaughnessy.

He is preceded in death by his parents; and one sister, Judith McKay.

Ron was a Mechanical Engineer at Caterpillar for 35 years where he retired in 2005. He was a member of the Chillicothe Sportsmen’s Club. He was also a member of the Union Church in Brimfield where he served as a Moderator and Trustee for the church.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at the Union Church in Brimfield. A visitation will be held the night before, on Friday, March 31, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at the church as well as prior to the funeral from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., at the church. Cremation rites will then be accorded.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Ty’s Educational Fund.

To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

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

Nellie "Nell" Whitman

Canton- Nellie “Nell” Whitman, 62, of Canton, passed away at 11:57 PM on Sunday, March 26, 2023 at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria. She was born on February 15, 1961, a daughter of Joseph “Joe” and Joanne (Keithley-Tomlinson) Whitman.

Surviving Nell is her mother; her dearly loved Uncle, John Tomlinson, whom helped raise her; her two children, KaraJo (Shiloh Vanmiddlesworth) Thomas of Canton, and Gregory L. Vaultonburg of Lewistown; nine grandchildren, Chase, Dale, Gaige, Asher, Logan, Trapper, Jason, Kole, and Emery; extra- grandchildren that she dearly loved; several nieces and nephews; three brothers, Rodney Coffey of Kansas, Rick Henderson of Bryant, and Billy Whitman of Du Quoin, IL; and her two sisters, Jody Brown of Missouri, and Jan (Jake) Jenkins of Canton.

Preceding her in death was her father; her brother, Phillip; and her sister, Tess Whitman.

Nell worked for 35 years as a CNA for Graham Hospital and for Home Health. She later worked as an Activities Assistant for The Loft Rehabilitation and Nursing of Canton. Nell enjoyed many things in her life, including Nascar Races, Harley Davidson motorcycles, and flower gardens. She was a loving daughter, sister, mother, grandma, niece, aunt, and cousin.

Per Nells wishes, cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes and Crematory. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at Goose Pit in Banner. Burial of ashes will take place in Apple Cemetery at a later date. To leave an online condolence you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Carroll Dearing

Carroll Dearing, 94, of Canton, passed away, Monday, March 27, 2023, at Graham Hospital in Canton.

He was born on November 25, 1928, in Chandlerville to Dennis and Alma (Blair) Dearing. They preceded him in death along with one daughter Sally Hart and one sister Dona Davis.

He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Melba (White) Dearing. They were married on March 11, 1950.

Also surviving are two children, Kevin (Jan) Dearing, and Pam (Mike) Hinds, seven grandchildren, Missy, Chris, Heather, Randy, Rhianna, Jeff, and Kyle, and eight great grandchildren, Briar, Brady, Cannon, Alais, Lucas, Jack, Daniel, and Olivia.

Carroll retired from international Harvester in Canton after 35 years of service in 1983. He was a member of Temple Baptist Church in Canton where he helped with the construction of the current church. He enjoyed woodworking hunting and fishing. He loved a refreshing Diet Coke, and he never knew a stranger and possessed the “gift of gab”. He loved the Lord and will be fondly remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend.

A funeral service will beheld on Friday March 31, 2023, at 12:00 noon at Temple Baptist Church in Canton. Visitation will be held two hours prior 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon at the church.

Burial will immediately follow the services at White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton.

Memorials may be made to Temple Baptist Church.

To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Ramona Jean Johnson

Ramona Jean Utz-Johnson, age 97, passed away on 25 March 2023. She was a resident of the Courtyard Estates in Canton, IL, at the time of her death.

Ramona was born on September 17, 1925, in Potlatch, Idaho. She was the daughter of Floyd and Lola Phillips-Utz of Kellogg, ID. Her brothers, Ronald (Bev Tuttle) Utz of Coeur d’ Alene, ID, and Rodney Jay (Shirley Creek Utz-Stead) Utz, of Wallace, Idaho, one sister still-born, and her parents preceded her in death.

During World War II, Ramona met and married Delbert E. Johnson of Silver Mines, MO, on May 2, 1942, at the Hitching Post at Coeur ‘d Alene, ID. He preceded her death on December 1, 2012, her husband of 70 years. Both lived in Norris, Illinois.

Ramona earned her Associate of Arts degree from Spoon River College. Then, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Western Illinois University in Macomb, IL. She served as Kiddie College Director of the A/G Preschool and then taught third and fourth grades at Harris Elementary School in Farmington, IL, for ten years, before retirement. She loved to write poetry throughout her life. Her published poems trace her personal history.

Ramona and Delbert had four children, eight grandchildren, and twelve great-grandchildren. Crystal (Jim) Jacobs of Belleville, MI; Dawn (Tom) Schaefer of Louisville, KY; Laynah (Tim) Rogers of Rogersville, MO; and Delbert “DJ” Jay (Gina Seghi) of Farmington, IL. Grandchildren are David (Lia) Schaefer of Ypsilanti, MI; Derek (Santi) Schaefer of Louisville, KY; Jimilyn Jacobs-Thomas-Koren of Belleville, MI; Brandy Kenny of Falkville , AL; Rebekah Rogers-Ferguson of Rogersville, MO; Tim (Shelley) Rogers of Rogersville, MO; Caleb (Jeana) Johnson of Hanna City, IL; Emily Johnson of Norris, IL. Great-Grandchildren are J.D. Schaefer of Boston, MA; Bing Schaefer of Seattle, WA; Jordan and Ashland Thomas of Belleville, MI; Audessa and Audrina Schaefer of Louisville, KY; Malorie and Ryan Ferguson of Rogersville, MO; Elyse and Sydney Rogers of Rogersville, MO; Corbin and Ansley Johnson of Hanna City, IL.

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 30. 2023, at 11 am, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton with a visitation one hour prior at the funeral home.

Ramona will be laid to rest at Norris Cemetery near her old homestead.

Memorials may be made to St Jude Children's Hospital.

To leave online condolences please visit oakshinefuneralhome.com

Dick E. Brown

Dick E. Brown, 78, of Canton, passed away at 10.33 am, Saturday, March 25, 2023, in Farmington. He was born on February 20, 1945 in Smithfield to Lyle K. and Maureen (Bordner) Brown. He married Linda D. Burroughs on June 15, 1968 in Canton. She preceded him in death on September 5, 2011. Also preceding him death were his parents, two brothers and one sister. Surviving are two children; Dick “D.J.” (Misty L.) Brown II of Canton and Kimberly Kell of Texas, two brothers; Carl Brown on Lewistown and Adam Brown of Arkansas, two sisters; Patty Smith and Amy Brown both of Missouri, nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Dick retired in 1996 from Caterpillar Inc. after 30 years of service. He was a member of the Canton Elks Club.

Visitation will be from 3-5 pm, Thursday, March 30, 2023 at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton. Cremation rites will take place after visitation with burial of ashes at a later date in White Chapel Memory Gardens. To view Dick’s DVD or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Ronald W. Hackman

Ronald Wayne Hackman, 74, of rural Havana passed away at 4:53 p.m. on Sunday, March 26, 2023 at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield. He was born on September 17, 1948 in Jacksonville, Illinois to Delbert and Doris (Schone) Hackman. He married Janis Dierker on June 27, 1971 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Havana.

Ronald is survived by his wife, Janis Hackman of Havana; children, Suzanne (Leland) Treebs of Escondido, California, Ben (Kristen) Hackman of Glen Ellyn, Illinois, and Jeffrey (Jenny) Hackman of Havana; seven grandchildren; siblings, Marilyn (John) Carpenter and Marcia Hackman, both of Westminster, Colorado and Mark (Cathy)Hackman of Havana; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Ronald was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Havana. He served in the Army following graduation. He farmed for many years on his family’s farm. He served on the Mason District Hospital Board, the Havana National Bank board, and the Gideon’s. He enjoyed traveling, farming, and spending time with his grandchildren.
A visitation will be held on Friday, March 31, 2023 at Hurley Funeral Home in Havana from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 1, 2023 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Havana at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Ian Heinze will officiate. Burial will follow the service at Laurel Hill Cemetery in Havana. Military detail will be provided by VFW Post #6408 and American Legion Post #138.
Memorial donations may be made in Ronald’s name to Concordia Seminary, Mason District Hospital, or Pancreatic Cancer Research. Online condolences can be left for his family at www.hurleyfh.com.
Hurley Funeral Home in Havana is in charge of arrangements.

Laura Sue Munson

Canton- Laura Sue “Susi” Munson, 77, of Canton passed away Friday March 24, 2023 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

She was born November 6, 1945 at Canton the daughter of Ralph A. and Isabel (McKean) Munson. She was preceded in death by her parents, two infant brothers, and two sisters, Harriett McClaughry, and Esther Lovell. Surviving are one son, Ralph “Drew” Munson of Canton, three grandchildren, Bryce (Ashley), Rylee, and Sawyer Munson, four great grandchildren, Micah, Liam, and Knox Munson, and Jackson Chevalier, and a brother-in-law, Wilbur McClaughry of Cuba.

Laura graduated from Cuba High School in 1963. She worked at the Canton Daily Ledger for over 20 years and then at the Fulton County Courthouse assessor’s office retiring after 17 years. Laura was a member of the Cuba Christian Church where she was an Elder Emeritus and a Sunday school teacher. She was also a member of the Rebekah Lodge and assisted with the Cuba Food Pantry. Laura enjoyed her dog Rufus, gardening, growing herbs, and making crafts and pottery.

Cremation will be accorded. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday April 1st at the Cuba Christian Church with Pastor Mike Arnett officiating. Burial of ashes will be at a later date in Fiatt Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5-7 PM Friday March 31st at the Cuba Christian Church. Memorial contributions may be made to Cuba Food Pantry, Cuba Alumni Scholarship Fund, or Cuba Christian Church. Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Cuba is assisting the family with arrangements. To send online condolences visit henrylange.com.

Margaret E. Spencer

Margaret E. Spencer, 97, of Astoria, IL, passed away at 6:45 pm on Friday, March 24, 2023 at her home. She was born on Sunday, March 14, 1926 in Beardstown, IL, the daughter of John and Nellie (Scherrer) Smith. Margaret married Harold Spencer on March 24, 1946 in Yorktown, VA. Harold preceded Margaret in death on January 8, 2014.

Also preceding her in death is her son, Reverend Harold Spencer Jr., 2 brothers, Charles and Jack Smith, and her sister, Pat Smith.

She is survived by 6 children, Robert (and Peggy) Spencer of Astoria, Gailen (and Rhonda) Spencer of Astoria, Ronnie (and Jo Ellen) Spencer of Beardstown, David (and Brenda) Spencer of Astoria, Christine (and Moe) Sisson of Zeeland, ND, and John (and Heather) Spencer of Astoria, her daughter-in-law Alice Spencer of Luray, Virginia, 20 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great-grandchildren.

Margaret worked in the Deli Department at IGA in Lewistown.

She was a member of the Summum Christian Church and later attended the Bader Christian Church. She enjoyed sewing, gardening and crotcheting. She loved her flowers, family and being a stay at home mom.

A graveside service will be held at 11 am on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 in the Astoria Cemetery in Astoria. Pastor Matt Haberman will be officiating. A visitation will be held from 5 to 8 pm on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Memorials may be made to the Summum Christian Church or the Bader Christian Church.

Linda "Kay" Bricker

CANTON—Linda “Kay” Bricker, 81, passed away on Thursday, March 23, 2023, with family at her bedside.

Kay was born on May 16, 1941, in Canton, the daughter of Leslie and Naomi (Rock) Eveland. Kay worked most of her career at Emery Worldwide, later UPS Freight Forwarding, in Peoria, before moving to Graham Medical Group in Canton. Upon retirement, she volunteered at the local charity, Love, Inc. Forever compassionate, exuberant, and artistic, Kay enjoyed antiquing, interior decorating, designing crafts, reading novels and playing games with her family, doting on those close to her, lending a helping hand to anyone who crossed her path, whether she knew them or not, and attending Trinity Lutheran Church.

She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Marvin Bricker. Survivors include five children, Michael Guiietz (Kim Collie), Michelle (Robert) VanAnda, Marvin (Valinda) Bricker, Manning (Amber) Bricker, and Mindy Bricker; three stepchildren, Debbie (Davy) Squires, Kenneth (Robin) Bricker, and Donald (Shellie) Bricker; seven grandchildren, Lauren Allison, Kira VanAnda, Ashton Bricker, Jacob Bricker, Ricky Bricker, Rayne Bricker, and Griffin Guiietz; nine step-grandchildren, Gary Voyles, Jason Voyles, David Allen, Tommy Bricker, Ben Bricker, Ashlea Squires, Samm Bricker, David Squires III, and Darrin Squires; three great-grandchildren, Paxton Martinez, Sophie Martinez, and Logan Powell; and five great-step-grandchildren, Tyler Voyles, Vanessa Voyles, Izabella Allen, Brayden Voyles, and Bennie Day Bricker.

Kay is greatly loved and her creativity, empathy, generosity, and friendship—not to mention her smart wit, quick humor, and infectious laugh—will be dearly missed but never forgotten.

Per Kay’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded through Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton. A graveside service and burial of ashes will be held at a later date in Greenwood Cemetery in Canton. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Trinity Lutheran Church in Canton. To leave online condolences, please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

John M. Atherton

John M. Atherton, 67, of Lewistown, passed away Thursday, March 23, 2023.

He was born on July 29, 1955, in Canton, to John D. and Phyllis (Williams) Atherton. They preceded him in death.

John married Traci (Lujan) Atherton. She preceded him in death in 1994.

He later married Carolyn (Jennings) Atherton and she survives.

Also surviving are two children, Antoinina “Nina” Atherton of Havana, Christopher Atherton of Iowa, two sister, Tyrrell Whitman, and Catherine Atherton, four grandchildren, Traci, Taegan, of Lewistown, Cassie and Oliva of Havana, and several step grandchildren.

John lived and worked in Kansas in the oil fields before moving to Florida where he owned and operated a landscaping company. He enjoyed watching television especially wrestling, Nascar and football. Most of all John loved life no matter what struggles he or others were going through and he always would be the first to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Wanda "Maryann" Churchill

Wanda “Maryann” Churchill, 81, of Canton, passed away on Friday, March 24, 2023, at Sunset Manor in Canton.

She was born on July 26, 1941, in Fulton County to Benjamin and Edwana (Fouts) Hess.

She married Lawrence Churchill. He preceded her in death.

Surviving are three children, Mike (Cindy) Utt of London Mills, Michelle (Tony) Hansmeyer of Canton, Jamie (Robert) Wirebaugh of Canton, grandchildren, Micheal (Kelly) Utt, Brandy (Dave) Ferguson, Christina Hansmeyer, Darrell Hansmeyer, Shylo (Damien) Rich, Dustin Shuh, Parisalli Wirebaugh and great grandchildren, Austin Utt, Logan Utt, Jace Ferguson, Charlie Ferguson, Reese Ferguson, Malkavia Blaine, Camzen Hansmeyer, Amelia Hansmeyer, Presley Stewart, Gage Rich and Rylan Rich.

Also preceding her in death is one brother, J.Q. Hess, sister, Madeline Timmons and step brother, Frank Hess.

Maryann worked as a CNA for Graham Hospital and Heartland Home Health.

Most of all she loved her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Cremation rites have been accorded through Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton and a graveside burial of the ashes will be held on Friday, March 31, 2023, at 11 am at the Maryville Cemetery in Bryant.

To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Richard "Dick" Blackhurst

Richard Lee “Dick” Blackhurst, 84, of Farmington, passed away Thursday March 23, 2023, at Methodist Medical Center with family by his side.

Born October 9, 1938, son of Rodney and Nina (Foster) Blackhurst. Dick married Roberta (Painter) Blackhurst November 23, 1963. She survives along with their 3 children and 7 grandchildren.

Survivors include his children Jackie (Eric) Kersh of Farmington, Paul (Lisa Martens) Blackhurst of Hanna City, Vince (Amy) Blackhurst of Farmington. Along with sister Jean Kipling of Macomb Il.

7 Grandchildren Madison Kersh, Regan Kersh, Jordan Blackhurst, Jake Blackhurst, Jadin Martens, Cole Blackhurst, and Cam Blackhurst. His parents and sister Carol Ann preceded him in death.

Dick proudly served in the United States Navy from 1958 to 1961. He was a route salesman for BlueStar Potato Chips in Burlington Iowa before being transferred to Peoria Illinois in 1971. In 1973 he began ownership of Kitchen Cooked Potato Chips in Farmington Illinois and expanded to Bushnell Illinois.

Dick loved his friends, employees, and customers of Kitchen Cooked and supporting American veterans. He enjoyed visiting with friends and LOVED the Green Bay Packers.

His most enjoyable times were spent at his cabin on the lake at the farm enjoying a cocktail with friends.

Cremation rites have been accorded through Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton. Dick was adamant against a visitation or funeral, but a celebration of life will occur at a later date.

Memorials may be made to Farmington Rescue Squad.

To leave online condolences please visit oakshinefuneralhome.com