Monday, May 6, 2024

Michael William Geier

Michael William Geier, 70, of Pekin, passed away at 4:48 p.m. on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at his home with his family.. He was born on December 8, 1953 in Pekin, Illinois to William and Evelyn (Beeney) Geier. He married Lorene Eash on May 4, 1974 in Mattoon, Illinois.

Michael is survived by his wife, Lorene Geier, of Pekin, children: Lynn (Mat) Bastien of Mapleton, Illinois and Christopher Geier of Pekin, Illinois, grandchildren: Austin Greene, Natalie Greene, and Ava Bastien, and siblings: Terrie Neville of Pekin, Illinois, Karen Swadensky of Huntertown, Indiana, Debbie Bruner of Pekin, Illinois, Ray Geier of Boulder, Colorado, and Brian Geier of Pekin, Illinois. Michael was the beloved uncle to many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, David Geier. A special thanks to his good friends, Danny, Tony and Mike, for the help, support and friendship they gave.

Michael was raised in the Catholic faith. He was a hunter and fisherman. He had a love for sports and excelled at baseball. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR.

He is missed by many. "He was a dandy."

Cremation rites have been accorded and no services are planned at this time.

Memorial donations may be made in Michael’s name to the NRA. Online condolences can be left for his family at www.hurleyfh.com.

Hurley Funeral Home in Havana is in charge of arrangements.

William Spenny

William "Bill" Lee Spenny, 85, of Canton, passed away in the early morning of May 2, 2024 at Aperion Care Center, Fairfield, IL. He was born May 27, 1938, to Marion "Squirrel" Spenny and Allene (Arnett) Spenny. He married Annamae Ruey Fengel on July 22, 1988. She survives. Also surviving are his daughters Lyn Donaho of Canton and Gayle Fengel of Peoria, son Mike Spenny, grandchildren LaNaya Donaho of Canton, Mattie, Owen and Liam Maupin of Peoria, and great-grandchildren Caleb and Chloe Ellis of Canton, sister Nancy Petty of Canton, nephews Steve (Amber) and Tom (Amanda) Petty of Canton, and many great-nieces and nephews. Bill was preceded in death by his parents and his brother-in-law Gerald "Pink" Petty.


Bill was a veteran of the United States Marine Corp. He worked as a coal miner for Freeman United Coal Company in Canton and later as a United Mine Workers Association safety inspector in Illinois. As safety inspector, Bill taught safety courses to miners in Berkeley, W. Va, and investigated mining accidents in Illinois, and as a lobbyist for UMWA, he spoke to legislators in Washington, DC. Bill was also past president of Canton’s UMWA local, and he served a partial term on the Fulton County Board. When the mines in Canton finally closed down, Bill drove a truck first for LaRoma’s Pizza and later for the State of Illinois where he delivered bread made at Illinois River Correctional Center to other prisons within the state of Illinois. After his retirement from the state, Bill worked for his good friend, Curtis Gorsuch, helping him with his auction services. If Curtis was having an auction, it was a guarantee that Bill was going to be there holding up items during the sale.


Bill had a love for collecting pocket knives and tools and acquired an extensive collection over the years. When he still lived in Canton, he spent most mornings with his coffee buddies at McDonald’s or Hardee’s. Bill also had a love of Canton sports. He was a founding member of the Canton Little Giants Booster Club. Over the years, he helped clear ball diamonds, clean gyms, and raise money for Canton school district sports - even helping to spearhead a campaign which saved the Canton High School sports program and athletic director’s position in the ‘80s. Bill was instrumental in raising funds for the installation of the all-weather track at Canton High School. He singlehandedly organized a team of people, including inmates, students, and volunteers to sod the football field after the track was completed.


Bill dedicated countless hours running the clock at the boys’ high school football and basketball games, girls’ basketball and volleyball games, and helping time high school track meets. Bill’s service was recognized by the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association in 2008 when he was nominated by former Canton Athletic Director Ron Fahnestock and inducted into the Friends of Basketball Hall of Fame.


Cremation rites have been accorded with Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton. Burial of the ashes will occur graveside at White Chapel Cemetery at a later time.


Memorials can be made to the Canton Little Giant Booster Club

Jessica "Dane" Hake

Jessica “Dana” Hake, 49, of Dunlap, passed away at her home on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. She was born June 3, 1974, in Peoria, IL, to Jerry “Dean” Janssen and Diane (Bruninga) Janssen. Dana married her high school sweetheart, Paul Hake on May 20, 1995 and he survives.

Also surviving are her boys, Jaden Hake of Deland Florida, Jesse Hake, and Jonas Hake who were her pride and joy. She is also survived by her sister, Johnna “Deanne” (Darrell) Dunbar and her nephew Darrell Dunbar, IV.

Dana attended Greenville College and graduated with her degree from the University of Illinois. With that degree she became the Director of HISRA (Heart of Illinois Special Recreation Association) at the Peoria Park District before becoming a stay-at-home mom to raise her precious boys. Once the boys were older, she served in the position of Assistant Athletic Director at Peoria Christian School for several years. She was a member of Bethany Baptist Church in Edwards, IL and for many years she participated in their MOPS program as a member, then later a mentor to many new moms.

Dana had a beautiful spirit and a heart for others. She was an amazing wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend to many. Spending time with her family was the most important thing in her life and her love of sports made her the best mom for her boys as she was at every game or event they participated in and was their biggest supporter.

She loved their many family trips to Disney World and the beach where you would find her collecting seashells. In her spare time, she loved doing her own home remodeling projects and decorating her home as well as cuddling and spoiling the family dog, Sidney.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at Bethany Baptist Church, 7422 N. Heinz Ln., Edwards, IL on Friday, May 10, 2024. A visitation will be held prior to the service from 4:00-6:00 p.m. with the service to follow at 6:30 at the church. Cremation rites have been accorded. Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Elmwood is overseeing arrangements.

Memorial donations may be made to The Christian Center at the following link https://thechristiancent.securepayments.cardpointe.com/pay


Please choose “Dana Hake Memorial” on the drop down list.

To leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com


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

James E. Mitchell

James Edward Mitchell, 83, of Norris, passed away at his home on May 1, 2024.

He was born March 16, 1941 to Moreland and Dorothy (Steagall) Mitchell.

He was preceded in death by his parents, stepfather, Harold Rawley, stepbrother, Cecil, brother, Donnie Mitchell as well as cousins, aunts, uncles and grandparents.

Surviving are his daughters, Patricia Singleton of Wyoming, IL, Amy Mitchell of Macomb, brothers, Paul Mitchell of Lincoln, IL, Thomas Mitchell of Florida, Richard (Jessica) Mitchell of Pekin, IL, Steven (Martha) Mitchell of Norris, grandsons, Tyler Singleton of Wyoming, IL, Riley Singleton of East Peoria, Nathan Nigh and Tristan Nigh both of Melrose, IA.

James was briefly in in the Air Force at a young age. He was a lifelong resident of Norris and worked at Caterpillar in East Peoria until retirement. In his off time, he played in many bands, entertaining in a lot of local towns with his musical talents. He loved wearing his cowboy boots and blue jeans. He loved country music as well as classic rock. James was a go getter and never hesitated to say what was on his mind. He loved going to his favorite restaurants in Canton for breakfast. He liked to go shopping of a morning and would quote he didn’t like being in Walmart at noon, that’s when the crazy people come out. James had a smile you couldn’t forget and a deep love for his daughters.

A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 2pm at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton with a visitation 1 hour prior.

Burial will follow at the Orendorff Cemetery in rural Canton.

To leave online condolences please visit oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Sharon A. Gaul

Farmington- Sharon A. Gaul, 76, of Farmington, passed away at 6:34 PM on Friday, May 3, 2024 at Graham Hospital in Canton. She was born on August 9, 1947 in Peoria, a daughter of John and Phyllis (Smith) Stear. She married Russell F. Gaul Jr. on February 18, 1968 in Peoria. He preceded her in death on February 7, 2002.


Also preceding her in death were her parents, bothers, Wayne and Bruce Stear, and sister, Brenda Clanin.


Surviving are her children, Kari (Darren) Berry of Farmington; Kelly (Scott) Nolan of Rapatee; Kim Streitmatter of Farmington; Courtney Bauman of Yates City; three grandchildren, Grace and Conner Berry; Emily Streitmatter, and one great granddaughter, Rylee Chatten.


She worked as a bookkeeper for Kmart for several years, shortly after getting married, and later dedicated her life taking care of her family, she was known as the neighborhood mother to many, loved to sing and have great laughs playing cards with her family, but most of all was the love for her grandchildren.


A visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Thursday, May 9, 2024 at Anderson Sedgwick Funeral Home in Farmington. Cremation rites will be accorded following the visitation. A graveside service and burial of ashes will take place in Cottonwood Cemetery in rural Hanna City on Saturday, May, 11, 2024 at 10:00 AM. Rev. Kevin VanTine will officiate. Memorials can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. To view Sharon’s DVD or to leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

V. Gaylene Stufflebeam

Farmington- V. Gaylene Stufflebeam, 67, of Farmington, passed away at 8:45 AM on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at The Loft Rehab & Nursing of Canton. She was born on August 26, 1956 at Graham Hospital in Canton, IL. She is a daughter of Virginia Bohanan. She married Alan Stufflebeam on October 19, 1974 at Mt. Pleasant Church in rural Lewistown. He survives.


Also surviving are her grandchildren, Brennan, Ella, Scarlett, and Easton Potter, and one sister, Georgia Custer.


She was preceded in death by her mother, and daughter, Angela Marie Potter who was an only child, passing March 12, 2019. Angela passed away from breast cancer.


Gaylene was a homemaker and faithful wife to her husband, Alan. She loved her grandchildren dearly, and enjoyed dancing, animals, and Elvis. Gaylene was the best in the family on making chicken and noodles and apple salad.


Per Gaylene’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded through Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton. A celebration of life service and burial of ashes will be held at a later date. Memorials can be made to the Susan G. Komen breast cancer foundation. If you want to leave a donation to the family to help pay for the funeral expenses, drop off your checks at CEFCU at 175 E. Elm St. in Canton, IL. To leave online condolences please visit www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Dorothy I. Arnett

Dorothy I. Arnett, age 82 of Lewistown, Illinois, passed away at 8:48 am on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at The Loft in Canton, Illinois. She was born on December 31, 1941 in Astoria, Illinois, the daughter of Vern Roy and Adah Fern (Bankes) McCormick. Dorothy married Lyle Arnett on July 16, 1967 in Astoria. He survives.


Also surviving are her children, Rhonda (and Tony) Wherley of Mason City, Illinois and Darren Arnett of Canton, Illinois and five grandchildren; Hannah, Gage and Cole Wherley and Madelyn and Mason Arnett.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her daughter-in-law Sarah Arnett, two infant sisters and four brothers; Norman, Merlin, Melvin and Marvin McCormick.

She worked as a Bank Officer. She was a member and Elder of the Illinois Street Christian Church in Lewistown, Illinois. She enjoyed sewing and cooking.

Visitation for Dorothy will be held on Monday, May 6th from 5-7 pm at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, Illinois. A memorial service will be held after visitation at 7 pm. Pastor Brant Reed will officiate. Interment will be in the Harris Cemetery in Table Grove at a later date. Memorials in Dorothy’s memory may be made to the Illinois Street Christian Church or the Hospice Compassus.

Theresa M. McMullen

Theresa Marie McMullen, Bushnell, formerly of Table Grove, passed away May 2, 2024. She was born in Havana, IL on October 7, 1928, to Raymond & Margaret Hatton. She married Elbert McMullen of Astoria on April 24, 1952. He preceded her in death. They raised 6 children - Christine (David) Wiseman of Franklin, NH, Marilyn (Jim) Hyde of Hardin, MT, Sandra Harrison of Troy, MO, Kevin McMullen of Galesburg, IL Barbara Adcock of Table Grove, IL and Keith (Myra) McMullen of O'Fallon, IL. Mom loved her grandkids near and far - Francine (August) Appleton, Andy Cleer, Jimmy Reece, Jon Hyde, Josh Hyde, Dawn Sutter, Trent Sutter, Nicole (Wes) Seward, Natalie Divan, Shelby Adcock, Sarah Adcock, Christopher (Lisa) Barber. She is survived by one sister, Linda Sager. Also surviving are 15 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Two grandsons, one son-in-law, her sister and two brothers preceded her in death.


Theresa was a homemaker for most of her married life but later enjoyed nearly 20 years as a sorter and quality tester at Pioneer Seed. She truly enjoyed life and maintained a strong faith throughout. Memorials may be made to the Table Grove Fire and Rescue Squad.

Visitation will be Sunday, May 5 from 6 to 7 PM at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. A funeral mass will be held 10:00 A.M. on Monday, May 6 at St. Paul Catholic Church in Macomb. The rosary will be recited at 9:30. Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery immediately following services.

Friday, May 3, 2024

Eileen Dillard

Eileen Dillard passed away May 2, 2024 at Red Oak Estates in Canton. She was born on August 11, 1927 in Washington, IL. to Henry Adam and Wilhelmine (Poehlman) Vohland. She married Charles William Dillard on August 28, 1949 at St. Marks Lutheran Church in Washington, IL. He preceded her in death on August 31, 2005.

Surviving is her daughter Diana Elizabeth (Tony) Rolando of Canton, IL, one grandson Matthew Charles (Leah) Rolando of Ursa, IL, two great-grandchildren; Carter William and Audrey Elizabeth of Ursa, IL and two nephews; Bill (Brenda) and Bob (Deb) Vohland of Canton and Farmington.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother and sister-in-law Howard and Lois Vohland.

Eileen graduated from Washington Community High School in Washington, IL in 1945. She is a past member of OES Esther Chapter 4 in Clearwater Florida. A member and past president of Canton Woman’s Club, member and past president of PEO Chapter of JQ, past member of Altruistic Club, volunteer for Graham Hospital Service League and a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and Miriam Circle of her church.

Services will be 11 am Monday, May 6, 2024 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Canton, where visitation will be 1 hour prior to services. Burial will follow in White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton. Memorials can be made to the Trinity Lutheran Church in Canton. Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton is in charge of arrangements. To leave online condolences please visit oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Olen William Burgett, Jr.

Olen William Burgett, Jr., 91, of Clarksville, TN (formerly Canton, IL) passed away at home on Thursday, April 25, 2024.

Olen was born in Easton, IL on January 1, 1933 to Olen W. Burgett, Sr. and Rachel (Jockisch) Burgett. He married Dorotha DeRenzy on June 18, 1977.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Dorotha Burgett, brother, Victor Burgett, sisters Jessie Lashbrook, Melora (Laura) Fornoff, Dorothy Lucille Farnam, Phyllis Goodin-Heitz and Dorothy Jepson, the mother of his children.

Olen is survived by son Alan Burgett, Clarksville, TN (formally of Hanna City, IL), Vickie Manus, Clarksville, TN; step-children Steven (Debby) DeRenzy of Canton, IL, and Christine (Kevin) DelMastro of Lewistown, IL; four step-grandchildren, Chad (Nicole) DeRenzy, Tad (Brandi) DeRenzy, Ashley DelMastro, all of Canton and Korey (Staci) DelMastro of St. David; two step-great-grandsons and four step-great-granddaughters, and one great-great-granddaughter.

Olen farmed in both Mason and Peoria counties for many years. He was employed by Keystone Steel and Wire from 1955-1960. In 1995 he retired from Moorman’s Manufacturing after 35 years of service as a sales representative.

Olen, a longtime member of Calvary Baptist Church, Canton, IL, loved the Lord and his church family. As a greeter, he welcomed church family and visitors to services for many years.


Olen was a Veteran of the Army, being inducted in 1954. He also was a member of the NRA since 1966.

Olen was an avid hunter, reader, and western aficionado. He and Dorotha enjoyed traveling in the southwestern United States and Alaska. He loved gardening and generously shared his special sweetcorn and other vegetables. He also loved making the family recipe of homemade ice-cream for friends and family.

Services will be 11 am, Wednesday, May 8,2024 at Calvary Baptist Church in Canton, where visitation will be 1 hour prior to services.


Burial will follow in White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton.

Memorials may be made to Calvary Baptist Church, 20 N. Ave. I, Canton, IL 61520 or www.cbcanton.com

Online condolences may be made at www.oakhinesfuneralhome.com or www.nealtarpleyparchman.com

Robert J. McClaughry

Fiatt- Robert J. McClaughry, 26, of McDonough, GA; and formerly of Fiatt passed away Friday, April 26, 2024 at his home.


He was born July 1, 1997 at Peoria the son of Lewis L. “Monty” and Marlynna (Hart) McClaughry. Surviving are his parents of Fiatt, grandfather, Wilbur McClaughry of Cuba, and three brothers, Josh Windsor of Fiatt, Matthew McClaughry of Cuba, and Chase McClaughry of Macomb. He was preceded in death by grandparents, Harriett McClaughry, and Robert & Donna Hart.


As a boy Robert enjoyed Cub Scouts. He graduated from Cuba High School in 2015 where he played varsity baseball, basketball, and football. He then graduated from Western Illinois University with a degree in business.


Robert was a logistic manager for Werner Industries that handled distribution for Dollar General Stores all over the United States. He was a member of the Cuba Chrisitan Church, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and Pi Kappa Phi. Robert enjoyed fishing, hunting, all sports, and spending time with family and friends.


Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday May 5th at the Cuba Christian Church with Pastor Mike Arnett officiating. Burial will be in Fiatt Cemetery at Fiatt. Visitation will be held from 4 until 6 PM Saturday May 4th at the Cuba Senior High School. Memorial contributions may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. The family has requested please don’t send live flowers or anything with strong fragrances. Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Cuba is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at henrylange.com.

Thursday, May 2, 2024

James Petersen

James Dale Petersen, 84, unexpectedly passed away in a place he loved, Fairview, Illinois on April 26th, 2024.


James, better known as Jim or Pete to his closest friends, was born on May 11, 1939, to Virgil and Ruth Petersen in Fremont, Nebraska, where he was raised alongside his brother Robert.


James had a deep love of sports that guided his life’s course. After high school, James attended Hasting’s College in Hastings, Nebraska, where he was called “one of the most feared athletes in the Nebraska College Conference” by the Lincoln Journal Star in 1962. He was quarterback of the football team and also excelled in baseball, track, and golf. In 1991, James was inducted into the Hastings College Hall of Fame.


After graduating from Hastings College, James carried his love of sports into his future career and went on to complete a doctorate degree in Physical Therapy at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota; then opened his own Physical Therapy practice in Morton, Illinois.


While creating roots and raising his children in Morton, James became a part-owner and the administrator of a nursing home, and then went on to found Petersen Healthcare with his brother Robert, which provided loving care to thousands of elderly patients in nursing homes and retirement facilities across the country in Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Florida.


On November 12, 1979, James married the love of his life, Carolyn, in Las Vegas, Nevada. The two joined their families and had a full household of six children. While James and Carolyn spent the majority of their lives together in Wee Ma Tuk, Illinois, they were in constant search of sunnier weather and over the years had winter homes in Las Vegas, Nevada, Mesquite, Nevada, and New Symerna, Florida, where they made many friends and tee times. The couple also spent many wonderful summers together at their home on Horseshoe Lake in Richmond, Minnesota.


James and Carolyn eventually settled down full-time in Fairview, Illinois, where James spent his days fishing on the lake with family and friends., caring for his dogs, tending to his farm property, grilling the best steaks, hosting fish fries, and enjoying many cigars and glasses of red wine. James will be remembered for his endless energy, his bounding laugh, and his fervor for life. His friends and family will miss him dearly.


James is survived by his wife, Carolyn Petersen; his children, Todd Petersen, Tera Shay, Timothy Petersen, Eddie Franciskovich, and Gregory Franciskovich; his grandchildren, Kaylyn Cooke, Joseph Petersen, Alexis Petersen, Taleigh Woods, and Zobie Franciskovich; his great-grandchild Maylie Laws; and many friends.


James was preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Ruth Petersen; his brother, Robert Petersen; and he is finally reunited with his beloved son, Troy Petersen.


James’ family will privately mourn the loss of their loved one. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The Troy Petersen Memorial Fund at the University of Iowa, a fund that James supported throughout his life, in honor of his son. Cremation Rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes and Crematory in Canton, Illinois.

Richard L. Johnson

Richard L. “Dick” Johnson, 71, of Canton, passed away at 1:10 am, Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at the Renaissance Care Center in Canton. He was born on February 4, 1953 in Peoria to George and Lillian (Snider) Johnson. Dick was raised by his step-father Wiley “Gil” Gilmore. They all preceded him in death. Dick married the love of his life Darlene Tourtillott on July 13, 1974 in Fairview. They were about to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. She survives along with one son Thomas Johnson of Canton, two brothers; David (late Bonnie) Johnson of Peoria and Tim (Betsy) Gilmore of Canton and one sister Patricia (late Jeff) Reed of Farmington.

Dick worked at Caterpillar for 31 years, retiring in 2004. He was an avid tennis player with many awards. He also loved watching sports, especially the St Louis Cardinals and Chicago Bears. While in High School he played baseball and football.

The family would like to thank his tennis family, Renaissance Health Care and Traditions Hospice for all their love and support during his illness.

Cremation rites have been accorded through Oaks-Hines Funeral and Crematory in Canton. There will be a Celebration of Life held at a later date. Memorials can be made to the family c/o Mid America National Bank for his son Tom’s care. To leave online condolences please visit oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Judy Eileen Reynolds

Judy Eileen Reynolds, 75, of Table Grove passed away at 8:37 a.m. Monday, April 29, 2024, at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, IL. Judy was born to Herman and Ruth Poen March 15, 1949, in Lake City, IA. The family later moved to Ipava. Judy spent the rest of her life in the Ipava and Table Grove area. In 1967, Judy married her high school sweetheart, Jim Woods. She and Jim raised their sons, Jeff and Jerry, on their farm outside Ipava until Jim’s passing in 1986. Judy married Bill Skien in 1990. They loved traveling with friends and family until Bill’s passing in 1998. In 1999, Judy married Kenny Reynolds. They enjoyed many years together on their farm prior to her recent illness. He survives.


In addition to her husband Kenny, Judy is survived by her sons Jeff (Tonya) Woods and Jerry Woods, sister Zelda Esselman (Ron Moss), brother Rick Poen (Beth), grandson Logan Woods, granddaughter Cassidy Woods, and nephew Brandon Poen (Renee). Judy was preceded in death by her parents, husbands Jim and Bill, grandson Cooper Woods, and niece Michelle Esselman.

Judy spent her working years at Farm King, working in nearly every department in the store before transferring to the corporate office. With her room-brightening smile and matching personality, Judy was a welcoming fixture in the Farm King corporation for four decades. In her retirement, Judy enjoyed reading Beverly Lewis novels and treasured the extra time she could spend spoiling the people she held dear.

Judy enjoyed cooking for others and taking care of those she loved. At family gatherings, Judy was always the last to eat and often had to be gently “scolded” before she would stop flitting about and have a seat. Judy especially loved baking and was well known for her Christmas sugar cookies and other sweet treats. More than anything, Judy loved spending time with her family, especially her sons and grandchildren. Rarely would expected visitors pull into the driveway and not find Judy on her front porch, eagerly awaiting their arrival.

Whether at work or in her home, with friends or with family, Judy’s focus was the happiness of others--helping others, feeding others, visiting others, loving others--and her gentle and generous spirit, her kind and beautiful soul, will be fondly remembered and sorely missed. Judy’s final weeks were not easy, but we know she is reaping her heavenly rewards and probably cooking way too much food at that mansion in the sky.

A visitation will take place from 10 to 11 am on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Interment will be private at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Industry United Methodist Church Food Pantry or the Ipava Christian Church.

Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Mark A. Mangold

Mark A. Mangold, 72, of Manito, passed away at his home at 3:30 p.m., on Thursday, April 25, 2024. He was born May 3, 1951, in Lincoln, Illinois, to Freeman and Audrey (Dennison) Mangold.

Mr. Mangold is survived by two children: Justin (Brandy) Mangold, and Afton (Josh Abbott) Mangold, all of Manito; as well as three grandchildren: Cashlin Abbott, Zander Mangold and Draven Mangold, and Caden Abbott. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother: Phil Mangold; and two sisters, Sue Mangold and Cheryl Garver.
Mr. Mangold served in the US Army 101st Airborne in Vietnam from 1969 – 1971. He worked for Caterpillar Inc., for thirty-five years. He later became a police officer until the 1990s. He worked as a Security Guard at the Mason County Courthouse until retiring in 2021.
Cremation rites have been accorded and private graveside services will be held at a later date at Camp Butler National Cemetery, in Springfield, Illinois.
Maas-Hurley Funeral Home, in Manito, is in charge of arrangements.