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Ivan L. Tripplett
Lincoln, IL — Ivan LeRoy Tripplett, 90, of Lincoln, Illinois, passed the checkered flag one final time. Ivan completed the greatest race of all and began his journey home on July 25th, 2026. Ivan was born on April 1, 1936, in Middletown, Illinois, to Otis and Jesse Tripplett. On June 25, 1955, he married the love of his life, JoAnn Bradley, beginning a marriage that spanned more than 71 years. Ivan dedicated many years of
Royce J. Gottschalk
Armington, IL — Royce J. Gottschalk, 86, of Armington, passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026, at Hopedale Nursing Home in Hopedale. Funeral Services for Royce will be held on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Jefferson Street Christian Church in Lincoln, IL, with Mr. Michael Mallick officiating. Visitation will be held on Thursday morning from 9:30 a.m. until time of the service. Burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in rural Stanford,
Andrew Ewing Nahm
McComb, MS — Andrew Ewing Nahm, 66, passed away after a brief illness on June 13, 2026, in McComb, Mississippi. Born on April 5, 1960, in Greeley, Colorado, Andrew was the son of Mary Jane Connell Nahm. He was raised in Natchitoches, Louisiana, where he developed the gracious southern hospitality that would define him throughout his life. As a child, he enjoyed spending his summers with his extended family on their farms in central Illinois,
Greg A. Rutherford
McLean, IL – Greg A. Rutherford, 62, of McLean, passed away at his home on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Services for Greg will be held at Ebenezer Methodist Church in rural McLean. Visitation will be on Friday, July 31, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Memorial Services will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 1, 2026, led by Rev. Deborah J. Johnston and Mr. Tony Billingsley. Burial will
Jeffrey R. Jordan
Boulder City, NV – Trusting in the promise of eternal life through Jesus Christ, we remember with thanksgiving what God accomplished through the life of His servant, Jeff. Jeffrey “Jeff” Robert Jordan, 64, of Boulder City, NV, was called home to heaven on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at his home, spending his final hours with his wife of 34 years by his side. Jeff lived a life marked by unwavering faith, deep love for his
Anna Jean Ballinger Winn
Normal – Anna Jean Ballinger Winn, 96, of Normal, formerly of Atlanta, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at The Loft Rehabilitation & Nursing of Normal. Services will be held at the Atlanta Christian Church in Atlanta, IL, on Monday, July 20, 2026. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. with Funeral Services starting at 11:00 a.m. led by Mr. Brent Salm. Burial will follow at the Atlanta Cemetery. Anna Jean Jones was born November
Hildur M. Tibbs
Atlanta — Hildur M. Tibbs, 92, of Atlanta, passed away at Arcadia of Bloomington on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Graveside Services for Hildur will be held on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Atlanta Cemetery. Mr. Darren Leesman will officiate. Hildur M. Huneke was born on September 19, 1933, in Lincoln, the daughter of Anton P. and Matilda Mapes Huneke. She was united in marriage to James L. Tibbs on October 21,
Gregg Wallner
Atlanta – Gregg Wallner, 78, of Lincoln, formerly of Atlanta, passed away at Springfield Memorial Hospital on Monday, June 29, 2026. Graveside Services for Gregg will be held on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at the Atlanta Cemetery at 12:00 p.m. with Mr. Tony Billingsley officiating. Gregg Wallner was born May 20, 1948, in Springfield, the son of O. Fred and Lorretta M. Jenkins Wallner. He was united in marriage to Ellen McIntosh on December 14,
Memorial Services Scheduled for Linda and Paul “Junior” VanHoorn
Atlanta, IL – Graveside memorial services for Paul “Junior” Van Hoorn and Linda Van Hoorn have been scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at the McLean Cemetery. A Celebration of both Linda and Paul’s lives will follow at the McLean Community Hall hosted by their daughters, Kelly (Tim) Lamkin and Cheryl (Mike Simpson) Root. Linda R. Van Hoorn, 84, of Atlanta, passed away at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center in Bloomington on
Wilbur L. Garrett
McLean, IL — Wilbur L. Garrett, 85, of McLean, IL, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2026. He was born on July 28, 1940, in Casey, IL, to Eddie and Marie Garrett. He had three brothers, Don, Riley, and Harry, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his son, Bryon (Pat) Garrett, and three daughters, Timi Czarnecki, Dana (Brad) Benedetti, and Krista (Nick) Franzen, as well as 14 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. In Wilbur’s
Ricky L. Langley
Lincoln — Ricky L. Langley, 67, of Lincoln passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2026, at his home. Funeral Services for Mr. Langley will be held on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Peasley Funeral Home in Lincoln with Mr. Brandon Boyd officiating. Burial will follow the service in Holy Cross Cemetery in Lincoln. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until time of the service on Thursday at the funeral home.
Lucille M. Steiner
Lincoln — Lucille M. Steiner, 93, of Morton, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026, at St. Clara’s Rehab and Senior Care Center in Lincoln. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church in Lincoln with Rev. Joseph Dondanville officiating. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church. Burial will follow the service at Hirstein
Joan M. Westen
Lincoln — Joan M. Westen, 88, of Lincoln, formerly of Beason, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at Copper Creek Cottages. Joan Marie Heft was born January 3, 1938, in Lincoln, Illinois, daughter of H. Vernon and Evelyn Kurtz Heft. She was united in marriage to William Darwin Westen on June 19, 1960. He preceded her in death on June 11, 2022. Joan is survived by her children: Lisa (Mike) Egizii and Jodi Ritterbush,
Donald C. Kirby
Buffalo, IL — Donald Curtis Kirby was born August 31, 1956, the third son of Donald (Bo) Earl Kirby and Esther Mae (Patton) Kirby. On June 16, 1979, he married Jacquelyn Watkins. He was proceeded in death by his parents and a brother, Alan. Donnie farmed for many years alongside his father, Bo. You would always see Donnie and Bo running their farm errands with one or more kids in tow. Donnie loved the land,
William “Wil” F. Buse
Beason — William “Wil” F. Buse, 25, of Lincoln, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. Graveside Services for Wil will be held on Friday, June 19, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Harmony Cemetery in rural Beason with Rev. Joseph Dondanville officiating. Following the graveside services, a luncheon will be held at the Beason-Chestnut Park Pavilion with an Open House following from 2:00 p.m.
Todd W. Osborn
Lincoln — Todd W. Osborn, 62, of Lincoln, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the Lincoln Memorial Hospital. Graveside Services for Mr. Osborn will be held on Monday, June 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Hartsburg Union Cemetery in rural Hartsburg. Todd William Osborn was born on November 19, 1963, in Hopedale, the son of Dale William and Lora Auxier Osborn. He is survived by his children: Brandy (Jeff) Heath, Megan (Andy)
Jimmie H. Barr, Sr.
Waynesville — Jimmie H. Barr, 82, of Waynesville, passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at HSHS St. John’s Hospital in Springfield. Graveside Services for Mr. Barr will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Evergreen Cemetery in Waynesville with grandson Zach Craig officiating. Military Rites will be accorded by the Waynesville American Legion Post #1189. No visitation is scheduled. Cremation Rites have been accorded. A Celebration of Jimmie’s Life
Bunny Laymon
Atlanta – Bunny Laymon, 81, of Atlanta, passed away at her home on Sunday, June 7, 2026. Services for Bunny will be held at the Quiram-Peasley Funeral Home in Atlanta on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Visitation will begin at noon, followed by Funeral Services at 2:00 p.m. Mr. Doug Maris will officiate. She will be laid to rest in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Lincoln. Bunny Hutchcraft was born April 1, 1945, the daughter of Arthur
Virginia L. Chere
Lincoln — Virginia L. Chere, 77, of Lincoln, passed away at her home on June 1, 2026. Graveside Services for Mrs. Chere will be on Monday, June 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the New Union Cemetery in Lincoln with Mr. Ron Otto officiating. No visitation is scheduled. Virginia Lee Hickey was born on January 15, 1949, in Lincoln, the daughter of Joseph Vincent and Hazel Ellen Lee Hickey. She was united in marriage to
Diane Peifer
Waynesville – Diane Peifer, 80, of Waynesville, passed away at McLean County Nursing Home in Normal on Friday, May 22, 2026, her 61st wedding anniversary. Cremation Rites have been accorded. No services are scheduled at this time. Eva Diane Long was born March 30, 1946, in Bloomington, the daughter of Robert “Buck” and Ollie Almeda Rich Long. She was united in marriage to Gary S. Peifer on May 22, 1965. He preceded Diane in death
Jason A. Etherton
Lincoln — Jason A. Etherton, 50, of Lincoln, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026, at his home. A Celebration of his Life will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at his home. Cremation Rites have been accorded. Jason Andrew Etherton was born on March 20, 1975, in Bloomington, the son of Harry Randall Etherton. He was united in marriage to Kelly Guffey-Hankins on May 1, 2022. She
Charles “Ozzie” J. Koller
Atlanta, Illinois — Charles “Ozzie” J. Koller, 89, of Lincoln, formerly of Atlanta, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at the Lincoln Memorial Hospital. Graveside Services for Mr. Koller will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. at the Atlanta Cemetery with Dr. LC Sutton officiating. Visitation will be held at the Quiram Peasley Funeral Home from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Burial will be in
Kathy J. Diamond
Lincoln — Kathy J. Diamond was a woman of precise standards and a soft heart. At 66, Kathy passed away at her home in Lincoln on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of resilience, family devotion, quick wit, and a sharp eye for the beauty in the details. Born in Alton, Illinois, on November 16, 1959, to Byron and Mildred Fry, Kathy was raised with the values of the Catholic faith — a
Rudy Heyen Services Scheduled
Greenview- Rudy Heyen, Jr., 81, of Greenview, passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at Springfield Memorial Hospital. *** A Memorial Service will be held at the Middletown United Methodist Church on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Larry Moreau officiating. *** Rudy was born on October 29, 1944, in Lincoln, the son of Rudolph and Ilda Boward Heyen. He is survived by his children: Lori Heyen and Brent Heyen; one brother:
Marilyn J. Conley
Lincoln, Illinois — Marilyn J. Conley, 84, of Lincoln, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at Lincoln Memorial Hospital. A Memorial Service for Mrs. Conley will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Jefferson Street Christian Church with Mr. Michael Mallick and Mr. Henry Johnson officiating. Family will greet friends from 10:00 a.m. until time of the service at Jefferson Christian Church. Burial will be at a later date
Earle A. Cagle
Sherman, Illinois — Earle A. Cagle, 66, of Sherman, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026, at his home after being diagnosed with cancer. A Visitation for Mr. Cagle will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Williamsville Christian Church in Williamsville. A Memorial Service for Mr. Cagle will be held on Tuesday, March 17,2026 at 5:00 p.m. at the Williamsville Christian Church in Williamsville with Mr.
Benjamin Parker Hensley
Lincoln — Benjamin Parker Hensley, 18, of Lincoln, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at his home. A Celebration of Parker’s Life will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Peasley Funeral Home in Lincoln. Cremation Rites have been accorded. Benjamin Parker Hensley was born on April 23, 2007, in Lincoln, the son of Benjamin and Pamela Wallen Hensley. He is survived by his mother: Pamela (Terry
James “Jim” L. Johnson
Bloomington — James “Jim” L. Johnson, 93, of Bloomington, Illinois, left this earthly life on March 4, 2026. Jim was born to Oren Brock and Alma Leesman Johnson on March 2,1933. He and his sisters Mary Jane, Joyce, and Judy were raised in Atlanta, Illinois. He graduated from Atlanta High School in 1951. Jim married his wife of 67 years, Barbara “Barb” Brandt, on March 29, 1958. Together they moved to Minier, where they spent
Laura J. Gresham
Atlanta, IL – Laura Jean Gresham, 61, of Atlanta, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026, at Carle BroMenn Medical Center in Normal. Funeral Services for Laura will be held at Jefferson Street Christian Church in Lincoln on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. with Mr. Michael Mallick officiating. Burial will follow at the Atlanta Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Jefferson Street Christian Church on Friday, March 6, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. –
Verna Mason
Lincoln — Verna Mason, 107, of Lincoln, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026, at St. Clara’s Rehab and Senior Care Center in Lincoln. Graveside Services for Mrs. Mason will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Mt. Pulaski Cemetery with Rev. Mark Thompson officiating. Verna Stoll was born on August 3,1918, the daughter of Vincent E. and Lelia K. Pfau Stoll. She was united in marriage to William H.
Donna Creager
Lincoln — Donna Sue Creager, 90, of Lincoln, passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at the St. Clara Rehab and Senoir Care Center in Lincoln. No Services are scheduled at this time. Cremation Rites have been accorded. Donna Sue Wasson was born on October 10, 1935, in Harrisburg, Illinois, the daughter of Roby Homer and Lillie Pearl Parks Wasson. She is survived by her daughter, Donetta Baker; daughter-in-law, Mary (John) Strader; four grandchildren: Brian
Wayne S. Hanner, Sr.
Elkhart — Wayne S. Hanner, Sr. was born January 23, 1930, in Chicago, Illinois. Wayne was a lifelong member of Elkhart Methodist Church, where he met his beloved “Kay-ball.” They wed on January 27, 1951, and enjoyed 71 years of marriage before her passing. Although Wayne is reunited with his beloved wife, he leaves behind a large family that will miss him. Wayne was proud of his large family and would often look around in
Lloyd P. Gleason
Lincoln — Lloyd P. Gleason, 81, of Lincoln passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2026, at the Springfield Memorial Hospital. Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. (noon) at Holy Cross Cemetery in Lincoln with Rev. Joseph Dondanville officiating. Military Rites will be accorded by the Lincoln American Legion Post #263. A celebration of Lloyd’s life will be held at the Knights of Columbus Council #1250 from 1:00 p.m.
Wilma Jean Landrus
Pontiac – Wilma Jean Landrus, 84, of Normal, passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at Accolade Healthcare of Pontiac. Cremation Rites have been accorded. Graveside services will be held at East Lawn Cemetery, Bloomington, IL, on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. Her brother, Mr. Randy Adams will officiate. Wilma Jean Adams was born November 4, 1941, in Pontiac, IL, the daughter of William and Dorothy Harris Adams. She was united in marriage
Perry C. Kohl
Lincoln — Perry C. Kohl, 83, of Lincoln passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026, at his home. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, February 27, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church in New Holland with Rev. Noah Kerstein officiating. Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Peasley Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Richmond Grove Cemetery in rural
Norma Jean Chere
Lincoln — Norma Jean Chere, 85, of Lincoln, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at HSHS Saint John’s Hospital in Springfield. Private family services will be held. Cremation Rites have been accorded. Norma Jean Chere was born on December 17, 1940, in Middletown, the daughter of Norman Russell Chere and Margaret Louise Scholties Chere. She is survived by two nieces: Kimberly (William) Frizzell and Kelly (Chris) Jones. and great nieces and nephews: Kaitlyn (Scott)
Angela “Angie” L. Gallagher
Lincoln — Angela “Angie” L. (Bates) Gallagher, 45, passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at her home. A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the Peasley Funeral Home with Mr. Ron Otto officiating. A Celebration of Life will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the Peasley Funeral Home. Angela Lynn Bates was born on June 8, 1980, in
Steve R. Thornton
Middletown — Steve R. Thornton, 67, of Middletown, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at HSHS St. John’s Hospital in Springfield. Graveside Services will be held at a later date at Pleasant Valley Cemetery near Middletown. Cremation Rites have been accorded. Steve R. Thornton was born on October 16, 1958, in Decatur, the son of Gerald R. Thornton and Carolyn Sue Brunner Thornton. He was united in marriage to Donna Dobey. He is survived
Betty A. Applegate
Atlanta — Betty A. Applegate, 97, of Atlanta, passed away at Timber Creek Village in Lincoln on Friday, February 6, 2026. Services for Mrs. Applegate will be held on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at the Quiram-Peasley Funeral Home in Atlanta. Visitation will begin at 4:00 p.m. and will conclude with a Memorial Service at 6:00 p.m. with Rev. Deborah J. Johnston officiating. Burial will be at a later date in the Atlanta Cemetery. Betty Ann
Randy E. Presswood Visitation and Memorial Service Scheduled
Mackinaw — Randy E. Presswood, 66, of Mackinaw, passed away on December 27, 2025, at his home. *** Services for Randy are scheduled for Friday, February 13, 2026, at the Armington Christian Church in Armington, IL. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m., followed by a Memorial Service at 2:00 p.m. officiated by Mr. Tyler Escoubas. In honor of Randy’s love of baseball, the family asks that all who attend please feel free to wear your