Gloria Jeanne Hinrichs

Gloria Jeanne Hinrichs, age 71 of Vermont, IL, passed away at 11:00 pm on Sunday, June 3, 2018 at her home in Vermont. She was born on August 27, 1946 in Macomb, Il, the daughter of Don L. and Charlene V. (Harper) Snowden. She married James Raymond Hinrichs on June 12, 1964 in Vermont, IL. He preceded her in death on February 12, 2010.

Gloria was also preceded in death by her father and brother, Michael Snowden.

She is survived by her two sons, Andrew (and Amy) Hinrichs of Billings, MT and Chris Hinrichs of Vermont, IL, her mother Charlene Snowden of Vermont, IL, six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, her sister Linda (and Russell "Buck") Bair of Ohio, her two brothers, Randall (and Mardeen) Snowden of Vermont, IL and Herb (and Kathy) Snowden of Table Grove, IL, and her sister-in-law, Lyndall Snowden of Vermont, IL

Gloria was a Home Care provider. She enjoyed crocheting, collecting books and Barbie Dolls.

She loved Elvis and spending time with her friends and family.

Gloria was everyone's "Grandma".

Memorial services will take place on Saturday, June 9th at 4:00 pm at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, IL Pastor Cody Stinnett will officiate. Visitation will take place one hour prior to the services. Memorials may be given in Gloria's memory to the Childhood Autism Foundation.

Gerald Grzanich

Canton-Gerald Grzanich, 83, of Canton passed away Tuesday June 5, 2018 at Sunset Manor in Canton.

Gerald was born on February 20, 1935, in Canton, the son of Steve and Audrey (McMullin) Grzanich, both deceased.

He is survived by one brother Gary his sister – in – law Dian, one Niece Susan Grzanich of Morton IL and one nephew Jon Grzanich of Canton.

Gerald graduated from Canton High School in 1953, he worker for Butler Manufacturing for eight years and retired from Sherex Chemical Company in Mapleton after 20 years Gerald loved professional sports, was a lifelong St. Louis Cardinals fan. His true love was golf, he was a past member of Wee Ma Tuk Hills Country Club since 1960

A graveside service will be held on Friday June 8, 2018 at St. Joseph Cemetery in Canton at 11 a.m. a visitation will be held at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home at 10:00 a.m. Until the time of the graveside service on Friday June 8, 2018.

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Elbert McMullen

Elbert McMullen, 95, of Bushnell, IL, formerly of Table Grove, IL, passed away at 3:56 am Monday, June 4, 2018 at Courtyard Estates in Bushnell, IL. He was born on February 10, 1923 in Pleasant Township, Fulton County, IL, the son of Elbert and Sarah (Emig) McMullen. Elbert married Theresa Hatton on April 24, 1952 in Havana, IL. She survives.

Also surviving are his 4 daughters, Christine (and David) Wiseman of Fenton, MO, Marilyn (and Jim) Hyde of Hardin, MT, Sandy (and Ray) Harrison of Troy, MO, and Barbara Adcock of Table Grove, IL, 2 sons, Kevin McMullen of Galesburg, IL and Keith (and Myra) McMullen of O'Fallon, IL, 12 grandchildren, Francine (and August) Appleton, Andy Cleer, Jimmy Reece, Jon Hyde, Josh Hyde, Trent Sutter, Dawn Sutter, Nicole (and Wes) Seward, Natalie (and Bob) Divan, Shelby Adcock, DVM, Sarah Adcock, and Christopher (and Lisa) Barber, 12 great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by parents, grandson, Joseph Hyde, step-grandson, Brian Barber, brother, Loy McMullen, sister, Ferne Kessler, 2 half-brothers, Earl Gross and Mylo McMullen.

Elbert was a US Army veteran, serving from 1948 to 1954 with a rank of Corporal.

He was self-employed as a land improvement contractor for many years in and around Fulton County. Locals still enjoy fishing in the ponds he built.

Elbert was a past president of Illinois Land Improvement Contractors Association and a member of the National LICA. He believed one should be active and participate in your community. He was a volunteer fire fighter for many years for the Table Grove Fire Dept. and maintained their firehouse furnace. He served on the Table Grove Town Board and assisted the road commissioner in keeping the village roads clear of snow and prepping the roads for tar and gravel re-surfacing. Elbert also built the Table Grove Sewage Treatment area west of town. He was a member of the Table Grove American Legion.

In his “spare” time, Mac loved to fish and to help his kids with whatever remodeling project they had going or having a bite out with his “baby doll”.

Services will be held Saturday, June 9th, 2018 at St. Paul Catholic Church in Macomb, IL. The Rosary will begin at 10 Am with the funeral mass to follow at 10:30 am. Father Adam Stimpson will officiate. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 pm on Friday, June 8, 2018 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, IL. Interment will be in the Woodland Cemetery in Astoria, IL. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Forest Lea "Frosty" Nolan

Canton – Forest Lea “Frosty” Nolan, 89, of Canton, passed away Monday June 4, 2018 at O.S.F. Richard Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.

She was born on December 13, 1928 in Canton, to William and Helena (Helle) Smith. They preceded her in death

She married John Nolan on June 12, 1981 in Canton, he preceded her in death on June 5, 2001.  Also preceding her in death is her significant other Harvey Selph, three brothers and two sisters

Surviving are her children, Becki ( The Late Bill) Rettke of Colorado Springs Colorado, Bob (Julie) Riley of The Villages Florida, step daughter Francie (Buck) Maurice of Canton, three grandchildren, Jennifer (Jeff) Corron, Nicole (Adam) Stevens  and Zachary (Crystal) Riley, and four great grandchildren.

Frosty worked for Caterpillar as an accountant, she retired in 1982. She was a member of the Women’s Moose and the Caterpillar retiree club. Frosty loved her family and spending time with her grandkids. She was a lifelong baseball fan including being a diehard Cubs fan, she especially enjoyed spending time at the ball park watching her kids and grandkids play.

A Memorial service will be held on Thursday June 7, 2018 at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton at 3:00 p.m. visitation will be held two hours prior to the service at the funeral home.

Burial will follow at Orendorff Cemetery in Canton.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, or to the Richard Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.

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Rick F. Pittman

Rick F. Pittman, 72, of Astoria, IL, passed away at 4:45 am on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at his home. He was born on March 19, 1946 in Canton, IL, the son of Richard and Bessie (McKean) Pittman. Rick married Linda Keller on November 29, 1970 in Macomb, IL. She preceded Rick in death on February 18, 2005. He later married Evelyn Gooden on May 23, 2009 in Colton, SD. She survives.

Survivors also include his step-son, David (and Kelly) Gooden of Kings Port, TN, step-daughter, Angela Curtis of Chester, SD, 10 step-grandchildren, 9 step-great-grandchildren, brother, Randall (and Carol) Pittman of Colchester, IL and his sister, Robin Pittman of Colchester.

Rick was a retired truck driver

Rick served in the US Marine Corps and was a Vietnam War Veteran.

He was a member of Grace Bible Church of Astoria and a lifetime member of the NRA. He enjoyed flowers and his garden.

Services will be held at 11 am on Thursday, June 7, 2018 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Pastor Ben Murray will officiate. Visitation will take place from 5 to 7pm on Wednesday, June 6, 2018 at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Vermont Cemetery in Vermont, IL with military rites provided by the Astoria American Legion Post #25. Memorials may be made to Grace Bible Church of Astoria or Compassus Hospice in Galesburg, IL.

Stephan J “Steve” Thomas

Stephan J “Steve” Thomas, 64, of Astoria, IL, passed away on Friday, June 1, 2018 at St. Johns Hospital in Springfield, IL. He was born on September 6, 1953 in Beardstown, IL, the son of Willard "Pill" and Doris (McCombs) Thomas. Steve married Laura Rigg on June 21, 1975 in Ashland, IL. She survives.

Survivors also include his son Brandon J Thomas of Astoria, daughter, Shaunea L. (and fiancé Gary Nichols) Miller of Astoria, grandson, Alvin Tracy Miller IV of Browning, IL, mother, Doris Thomas of Astoria, brother, David (and Ruth) Thomas of Lewistown, IL and his sister, Teresa (and Doug) Knigge of Stoutsville, MO.

He is preceded in death by his father, Willard "Pill" Thomas.

Steve graduated from Astoria High School and became a barber in the early 1970's. He later worked for Caterpillar until he became disabled in 1989 with heart trouble.

He was an umpire for several years and also coached boys baseball and 5th grade girls softball. Steve ran the game clock for football, girls and boys basketball, and some baseball.

He was a member of the Bader Christian Church, where he served as a Deacon and an Elder. Steve loved fishing, bowling, golf and spending time with his grandson.

Services will be held at 11 am on Wednesday, June 6, 2018 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Steve's son, Pastor Brandon Thomas, will be officiating. A visitation will be held from 5 to 8 pm on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at the funeral home in Astoria. Interment will be in the Bader Cemetery in Bader, IL. Memorials may be made to the Bader Christian Church or the South Fulton Athletic Co-Op.

Gregory Ronald Moore

Gregory Ronald Moore, 64, passed away on April 12, 2018. He was born January 18, 1954 in Canton, IL to the late Mae Flowers Moore and Morris Moore.  Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife, Cheryl Moore; brother, Stanley Moore and wife, Vivian; daughter, Aubrey Brooks and husband, Carey; son, Carson Moore; stepson, Carl Bailey; stepson, Christopher Bailey; and grandchildren, Khristie, Tovah, Alysa, Chloe and Coleton.  Greg graduated from Texas A&M with a degree in Agronomy. His career included golf course superintendent, parks superintendent, owning a turf management company while living in Texas. He moved to Norfolk in 2011 to become the Division Head of Parks and Forestry for the City of Norfolk.  Greg loved hunting, fishing, and playing golf. He was an avid sports fan who loved the St. Louis Cardinals, Green Bay Packers and alma mater, the Aggies.
Greg was a fun, outgoing man. He lived life to the fullest, always thinking of the next great adventure. Greg loved music, especially blues and rock.  A funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, at 11 am at St Mary’s Catholic Church in Canton.  Cremation rites have been accorded and a burial of ashes will be held at the Greenwood Cemetery in Canton.  Oaks-Hines funeral Home in Canton is assisting with arrangements.
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