Ronald E. “Hardrock” Lyons

Ronald E. “Hardrock” Lyons, 66, of Fairview, passed away at 10:50 AM on Friday, October 26, 2018 in Canton, Illinois. Services pending with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton.

Brian Hadsall

Canton-Brian Hadsall, 39, passed away on Saturday, October 27, 2018, in Peoria.

He was born on March 15, 1979, in Canton to Brian A. and Leigh Ann (Fitch) Hadsall.  They preceded him in death.

Surviving is his daughter, Makaileigh Hadsall of Texas, two sisters, Angela (Jonathan Barnett) Hadsall of Canton, Saphire (Adam) Johnson of Canton, maternal grandmother Janet Fitch, Paternal grandfather Paul
Hadsall, step father Mike Williamson, one nephew, Caiden Barnett, one niece Zarileigh Johnson with one more being expected soon and his girlfriend Christine.

Also preceding him in death is his maternal grandfather Charles Fitch, paternal grandmother Karen Scott and step mother, Roberta (Goodwin) Hadsall.

Brian enjoyed hunting, fishing and had a talent for drawing.  He was a musician and played the guitar, drums and was a skilled vocalist.  He also was an avid Cubs and Bears fan and loved making people laugh.

Brian’s passion was his family.

A celebration of Brian’s life will be held on Friday, November 2, 2018 at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton from 11am -1 pm.

A graveside burial of the ashes will follow at the Greenwood Cemetery in Canton.

Cremation rites have been accorded.

Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory has been entrusted with services.

Memorials may be made Lupus Foundation.

To view his memorial tribute or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

Margaret Hill

Mendota-Margaret E. Hill, 90, formerly of Canton, passed away on Saturday, October 27, 2018 in Mendota, IL.

She was born on July 26, 1928 in McDonough County to Charles and Flora (Simpson) Orwig.  They preceded her in death.

She married Donald G. Hill on June 15, 1948 in Galesburg.  He preceded her in death on April 4, 1992.

Surviving are her children, Carol Lynn (Robert) Davis of Davenport, FL, Janet Kay Hill of Mendota, Donna Rae Howdeshell of Mendota, Wanda Jene (Kenneth) Moore of Weldon, IL, Nancy Anne (Thomas) Morrisey of Kissimmee, FL, one brother, Charles (Jeanne) Orwig of Kewanee, one sister Mildred Krueter of Aurora, CO, eight grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and two great great grandsons.

Also preceding her in death is one sister Martha Evans.

Margaret was born and raised in Galesburg and was a graduate of Galesburg High School.  She was a lifetime member of the Girl Scouts and the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority.

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 30, 2018, at 1pm at the Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton with a visitation one hour prior at the funeral home.

Burial will be held at the Prairie City Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society.

To view her memorial video tribute or to leave online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

John "Auggie" R. O'Connell, Sr.

John "Auggie" R. O'Connell, Sr., 77, of Canton passed away at 3:05 a.m., on Sunday, October 21, 2018.
He was born on August 11, 1941, in Peoria, to Dick Clark and Pat (Haggard) Glossick. He married Beverly (Book) O'Connell, on June 20, 1979, in Peoria. She preceded him in death on February 25, 2010.
He is survived by five children, Crystal (Delbert) Plain of Edwards, John R. (Shelli) O'Connell, Jr., of Maquon, Kelly (Doug Bowman) O'Connell of Canton, Larry O'Connell of Canton, and Matthew (Leslie) Smith of Peoria; eighteen grandchildren; and twenty-five great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one son Dan O'Connell; one brother, Larry Gene O'Connell; and one great-grandchild, Damion Terrell.
A visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., on Friday, October 26, 2018, at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Elmwood. A private burial with military rites will be held at Camp Butler National Cemetery in Springfield at a later date.
Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Humane Society and Veterans Affairs.
To view John's video tribute or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com

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

Harry Wayne Whitmer

Canton – Harry Wayne Whitmer, 71, of Canton, passed away at 9:15 PM on Monday, October 22, 2018 at Graham Hospital. He was born on December 10, 1946 in Canton to Frank and Mattie (Hedge) Whitmer.

Surviving are five children, Carroll (Lorie) Whitmer of Cuba, Corbin (Mandy) Whitmer of TX, Joe Whitmer of PA, Clint (Janie) Whitmer of Cuba, and Missy (Jeff) Grapes of East Peoria; 18 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Joan Ladoucer of CA, Vicki Jennings of TN, and Robin Bassaham of FL; several nieces and nephews; longtime family friend, Ryan Alexander.

Harry was preceded in death by his parents, one granddaughter, Ashley Dawn, and two brothers.

Harry worked at Keystone Steel and Wire for 20 years and also was a truck driver for various companies for 20 years. He was of the Christian faith. Harry was a member of Farmington Moose Lodge 1571, Canton VFW Post 1984, Farmington American Legion Post 140, and was a lifetime member of Amvets.

Harry served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.

Burial of ashes will be held at a later date. Cremation rites will be accorded with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL. Memorials can be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation, Children’s Hospital of Illinois or St. Jude Children’s Hospital. To make online condolences you may go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com

Jamie Jenkins

Jamie Jenkins, 52, of Canton, passed away at 1:20 PM on Wednesday, October 24, 2018 at his residence.

Arrangements are pending with Sedgwick Funeral Homes & Crematory in Canton, IL.

Erin Renee Davis

Erin Renee Davis, 41 of Elmwood, IL passed away Wednesday, October 17, 2018. She was born September 24, 1977, to Steve and Kay Clark of Yates City, IL, at St. Francis Medical Center. Erin married Bryan Davis on October 30, 1999, in Prescott, AZ, after a four year courtship. He survives, along with their two beautiful daughters, Olivia Bryanne, 18, and Isabelle Renee, 11, all of Elmwood, IL. Also, surviving are her parents, two sisters: Ashley(Corey) Geeseman of Elmwood, IL and Amanda(Matthew) Breaux of Dahinda, IL; mother-in-law Connie Davis of Bakersfield, CA; father-in-law Scott(Yvonne) Davis of Brimfield, IL; sister-in-law Keri(Greg) Boyer of Bakersfield, CA; and nieces and nephews, Paige and Mason Geeseman, Aiden Breaux and Peyton and Paisley Boyer.
Erin worked as a dental assistant with Associates In Dentistry, she and Bryan operated Here We Grow/Davis Landscaping Service, and most recently, she was employed by Farmers State Bank, all of Elmwood, IL.
Erin enjoyed spending time with her husband and daughters. She loved going on long, country drives with Bryan and finding new destinations. He was her anchor and they valued the hard work necessary to maintain their relationship. Erin's unbreakable bond with her daughters was undeniable. She relished in the role of motherhood and invested herself in any school projects or interests in which her daughters were involved. Erin consistently surrounded her children with love, affection, and attention.
Erin cherished her role as an older sister. As an adult, she became her sisters' self-appointed life coach/caregiver as well as her nieces' and nephews' second mother. Erin was always available to talk through obstacles and never asked for anything in return. She always inspired a positive self-image and empowered everyone to meet their full potential.
She extended love and support to all of her family and friends. She maintained friendships well into adulthood which began early in her youth, and she is survived by her closest friend, Salina Durst.
She had the most amazing laugh, and her fun spirit and sense of humor, along with her optimistic energy, brightened the spirits of everyone around her. She was selfless, and extended help to anyone in need. Erin was truly beautiful inside and out, she will be missed more than anyone can express.
Cremation rites have been accorded. A Celebration of Erin's Life will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., on Tuesday, October 23, 2018, at Maple Lane Country Club in Elmwood.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to an educational fund for Erin's children at Farmers State Bank in Elmwood.
To view Erin's video tribute or to leave online condolences, please visit oaks-hinesfuneralhome.com
Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Elmwood is in charge of arrangements.