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Joyce Ellen Bell - August 06, 1932 - November 15, 2018

Departed: 11/15/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Joyce Ellen Bell, 86, of Georgetown, passed away Thursday, November 15, 2018, at The Estates of Spanish Lake, St. Louis, Missouri. Joyce was born August 6, 1932, to Frank and Delena (Elliott) Forbes. She was united in marriage to John Milo Bell on April 22, 1950, until his passing in 2000.

She is survived by: a son, John Michael (Phyllis) Bell of Warrenton, MO; grandchildren, Kimberly (Darin) Readnour of Georgetown, IL; Jamie (Brandon) Prosser of O’Fallon, MO; Bryan (Meaghan) Bell and Bradley Bell of Warrenton, MO; great-grandchildren, Logan and Chase Readnour of Georgetown, Morgan and Mason Prosser of O’Fallon, MO, Austin Bell and Zoey Mielke of Warrenton, MO, Emiliee, Abigale and Allison Bell of Montgomery City, MO. She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband, John; granddaughter, Nicole Michelle Bell; brothers, Bill and Kenneth Forbes.

Joyce and John loved to go on RV trips with their motorhome, having been on Holiday Rambler caravans to New England, California and as far away as Alaska. She had been to every state and spent several winters in Florida. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

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Shirley Eileen Reynolds - May 03, 1936 - November 11, 2018

Departed: 11/11/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Shirley Eileen Reynolds, 82, of Danville, formerly of Olivet passed away at 4:45am, Sunday, November 11, 2018, at Hawthorne Inn, Danville. She was born in Collison, IL, on May 3, 1936 the daughter of James and Eileen {Wynn} Greer. She was united in marriage to Bill Reynolds on May 28, 1954, in Collison until his passing May of 2015.

Shirley will be missed by: her sons, Randy (LeeAnn) Reynolds & Mike (Helena) Reynolds; her daughter, Sandy (Walt) Starr; her brother, Jim (Carolyn) Greer; her sisters, Doris Kincaid, Rosemary (Bob) Bolton, & Diana (Rodney) Parrish; her grandchildren, Kyle (Jessica) Starr, Tony (Tara) Reynolds, Darin (Becky) Reynolds, & Lesli Reynolds; and her nine great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband, Bill; and her infant sister, Sharon.

Shirley enjoyed raising her children and caring for her home. She also enjoyed swimming, bowling, and crafts. She was an avid Cubs fan. One of her favorite things was listening to her husband play his guitar. Shirley enjoyed being outside whether tending her veggie garden or camping. Above all, she loved being with her family and grandchildren.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Hawthorne Manor Court Nursing Staff and Carle Hospice Staff for the comfort and care they gave to Shirley and the family.

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Andrew Hatke - October 15, 1942 - November 07, 2018

Departed: 11/07/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Andrew “Andy” Hatke, 76, of Sidell, passed away at 9:35pm, Wednesday, November 7, 2018, at OSF Sacred Heart Medical Center, Danville. He was born on October 15, 1942, in Lafayette, Indiana, the son of Isidore “Izzy” and Margaret {Brown} Hatke, both deceased. He was united in marriage to Carla {Sherry} Hatke on January 20, 2005 in Englewood, Florida. She will miss him dearly.

Andy was a graduate of Lafayette Central Catholic High School. He loved farming. He enjoyed making coffee at the Elevator for the guys and going to farm sales. He was a “John Deer Green” man who loved his family very much.

Those who will miss Andy include: his children, Marti (Steve) Oteham of Battle Ground, IN, Jan (Parrish) Slate of Lafayette, IN, and AJ (Kari) Hatke of Carmel, IN; his step-children, Ian (Lori) O’Brien of Delphi, IN & Nathan (Carmen) O’Brien of Lafayette, IN; his siblings, Anna May Hatke of Camden, IN, Betty Rohler of Lafayette, IN, Lou (Debbie) Hatke of Crawfordsville, IN, Gene (Rosanna) Hatke of Crawfordsville, IN, Chico (Laurie) Hatke of Lafayette, IN; his ten grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and his good and long-time friend from National Auto Diesel College, Butch Klima & his wife, Luann.

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Loretta "June" Schomburg - September 27, 1937 - November 01, 2018

Departed: 11/01/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Loretta “June” Schomburg, 81, of Garland, Texas, formerly of Georgetown, left this life on November 1, 2018, at Dallas Presbyterian Hospital, Dallas, Texas. She was born on September 27, 1937, in Westville the daughter of William A. and Edna Rose {Webster} Morrow.

She will be missed by: her daughter, Susan Kendron of Texas; her son, Mark Schomburg of Dallas; her grandsons, Jake & Kyle Schomburg, Matthew & Alex Kitts, all of Texas; her sister, Phyllis Sprouls of Georgetown; her brother, Bob Morrow of Kankakee, IL; and many nieces & nephews, as well as several extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Shirley Martin.

June was known as a great person. She was born during the Great Depression and learned that through hard work she could achieve all she wanted. She raised her two children with her rural paper route and had to dig them out of many snowbanks and kept to the mailman’s credo “through rain or snow” as she delivered the paper. She later worked at Carle Clinic in Champaign and enjoyed the drive time for many years until she finally retired.

Even with all that June was responsible for in her life, she was still the first person to help someone if they needed it. She enjoyed sports and was part of a girl’s baseball team for several years earlier in her life and in her later years, enjoyed bowling and won many trophies. June was a wonderful being and will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

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John F Butkus - April 21, 1922 - October 30, 2018

Departed: 10/30/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: John “Johnny” F. Butkus, 96, of Georgetown passed away on Tuesday, October 30, 2018 at Pleasant Meadows Senior Living, Chrisman. He was born on April 21, 1922 in Midland, Indiana the son of Fabian and Oleta (Barkauis) Butkus. John married the love of his life, Phyliss Hicks, and lived happily until her passing in 1995.

John and Phyliss had no children of their own but loved their extended family very much. He is survived by: his three great nieces, Marta Ramshaw of Georgetown, Brooke (James) Barker of Osceola, WI, & Amanda (Kevin) Maquet of Danville; one great nephew, Robert (Kristin) Glidewell of Stuart FL; his 13 great-great nieces & nephews; as well as many more family members; and numerous friends. He was preceded in death by his two sisters, Mary Mitchell and Sophia Butkus; two nieces, Michele Ramshaw and Marta Mitchell; and a great niece, Cassandra Brown.

John was a proud Veteran of the US Navy and courageously served his country. He received six Combat Stars during his service. He was a member of American Legion Dornblaser Post #203 and of St. Issacs Jogues Catholic Church in Georgetown. He was an honorary life-member of the Brotherhood of Locomotion since 1951, after being a train conductor for over forty-two years. John also enjoyed watching football with his nephew by marriage, Bill Ramshaw. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

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Mary M Ringer - October 20, 1923 - October 24, 2018

Departed: 10/24/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Mary M. Ringer 95 of Jefferson, Georgia formally of Georgetown passed away at 11:30 am Wednesday October 24, 2018 at The Bentley Assisted living in Jefferson, Ga, she was born on October 20, 1923 the daughter of Margaret Curran. She was united in marriage to William E. Ringer on July 6, 1947,he preceded her on May 28, 1987. Those who will miss her are her three daughters; Susie (Terry) Wiggington of Owensboro, Ky, Patricia (Jerry) Grant of Jefferson,Ga, Cheryl Collins of New Bern, NC, also nine grandchildren; Wendy (Vladi) Kozel, Mark (Pam) Liggett, Jennifer (Jeremy) Hellard, Hiedi (Jeremy) Hershberger, Cory (Heather) Grant, Eric (Ashley) Collins, Jesse (Katelyn)Collins and Brad (Michelle) Collins, Brent Collins, also 25 great-grandchildren.

Mary was well known as the cook for the Georgetown School District for 22 years. She was a member of the Georgetown First Church of Christ and was very active with her Church family. Mary enjoyed many hours of making ceramics and crocheting many items for her family. She was always happy and loved to sing, also playing Bunco with her club.

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Frances Marie Crook - February 20, 1938 - October 19, 2018

Departed: 10/19/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Frances Marie Crook, 80, of Danville, Illinois was born February 20, 1938 in Bement, Illinois. She passed this life to be with her loved ones at 9:50am on October 19, 2018 at Saint Mary’s Hospital in Decatur, Illinois. She was the daughter of Dora and Lester Crook formerly of Olivet, Illinois.

Frances was a supportive aunt to her three nieces. Cheryl (Joe) Abbed of California, Aleta (Ray) Garcia of Olivet and Yvonna (Deivis) Carnieri of California, when a tragic accident took their mothers life.

Frances was a fight; she did not let illness stop her form enjoying life. She loved to shop for the latest fashions and was an avid doll collector. She loved to travel all over the country as well as Europe. She often shared her extensive photography collection of her travels with friends and family. She was an excellent cool and was well known for her pecan, pumpkin and blackberry pie.

Frances came from a family of musicians, she played the xylophone, accordion, organ and piano. The Crook reunions were always full of music, singing and rejoicing. Frances was an accomplished pianist and taught piano lessons for over 40 years. Frances graduated from the University of Illinois receiving several degrees as well as a Master’s in Education. She was also and elementary teacher in the Danville school district for many years as well as graduating from the School of Nursing in 1997, working as a home care nurse. She loved children and was an advocate for life-long learning.

You could often find Frances and her dog, Panda, at the Danville Sunset Memorial Park. She loved taking pictures of the adult and baby swans in their beautiful and serene pond. She loved the calm and peaceful setting. She and Panda were always together, he was her faithful companion.

Frances was the youngest of 10 and will be missed by her siblings, Naomi Pickenpaugh from California, Wanda Dunbar from Florida and her beloved brother James Crook of Olivet. James was dedicated to his sister and he will miss her greatly. She will also be missed by her numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Dora and Lester Crook, her siblings, Roberta Wise, Rowena Mills, Leland Crook, Amelia Harris, Juanita Baldridge, and Barbara Broyles.

She was a member of the Olivet Church of the Nazarene where her Pastor, Jim Blue, will officiate Memorial Services in her honor. (This is yet to be announced). Any donations can be made to the Olivet Nazarene Church or to a local humane society.

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Helen Tucker - May 18, 1930 - October 18, 2018

Departed: 10/18/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Helen Tucker 88, of Seminole, Florida (formerly Georgetown, IL) passed away in the early morning on October 18, 2018 at her home The Vineyard Inn. She was born the daughter of Burcie McGinzy and James William Gentry in Muncie, IN on May 18, 1930. Helen married the love of her life Kenneth Tucker on March 22, 1946 in Muncie. He preceded her in death on October 6, 2011.

Helen is survived by a daughter; Vicki Kilgaski of Springhill, FL and son Donald Tucker (Amy) of Branson, MO.

Helen is survived by 6 loving grandchildren: Troy Henson (Amy), Traci Taylor (Mark), Michael Tucker (Kristin), Bradley Tucker (Mandi), Jesse Tucker, and Mason Tucker and 9 great grandchildren: Kathryn and Madelyn Tucker, Conner and Emily Henson, Trent and Katelyn Taylor, Brandon, Eli and Lydia Tucker.

Helen retired early from General Electric so that she and Ken could move to Florida for their golden years with family. Helen was a member of the Indian Rocks Baptist Church in Largo, Florida, where she was admired and loved for her commitment to her faith and friendship. After moving to The Vineyard Inn, Helen was the unofficial ambassador to all the residents. Helen made everyone special and part of the Vineyard family.

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Bonnie S. Lane - November 30, 1954 - October 09, 2018

Departed: 10/09/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Bonnie S. Lane, 63, of Belgium, passed away at 7:48pm, Tuesday, October 9, 2018, at her home. She was born on November 30, 1954, in Danville, the daughter of Paul Verhoeven and Elizabeth {Nickle} Edwards, both deceased.

Bonnie loved her family and being able to spend time with them. She enjoyed her grandchildren and especially enjoyed watching her granddaughter in the marching band. She enjoyed going on the area ghost rallys and watching tv with her favorite shows being COPs and Blue Bloods. Bonnie will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her, especially her animals whom she loved very much.

Bonnie is survived by: her son, Shawn (Tricia) Peterson; her daughters, Mandee (Edward) Buford and Lindsee (Jordan) Decker; her brother, Randy (Laura) Verhoeven; her sister, Karla (Rob) Juvinall; and her two grandchildren, Mylee Buford and Elias Lierman.

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Debra Macy - August 08, 1955 - October 04, 2018

Departed: 10/04/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Debra Macy, 63, of Danville went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday morning October 4, 2018 after a short stay at Pleasant Meadows Senior Living in Chrisman. Debra was born in Danville the daughter of Joseph and Doris (Coonce) Neild Sr. She married Jon Macy in Cayuga, IN on August 24, 1973. He preceded her in death on March 16, 2016.

Deb was a member of Hillary Assembly of God. She worked as a cook at Danville Christian Academy, also at The Dairy Barn. Deb was a servant of God and loved those dear children she served daily at school and those in her Dairy Barn family including the many customers she served. She also was a caregiver for her husband and helped take good care of her mom. Deb loved animals, but she had a special place in her heart for Dalmatians her latest buddy was Buffy. Buffy anxiously awaited Deb’s arrival home at the end of each day. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Surviving Deb is her mother Doris, many aunts, uncles and cousins. Her father and husband preceded Deb in death.

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Cheryl Lynn Pearman - May 29, 1951 - September 21, 2018

Departed: 09/21/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Cheryl Lynn Pearman, 67, of Georgetown, was reunited with her parents on September 21, 2018 after a long illness. Cheryl was born on May 29, 1951 in Danville the daughter of the late Morris Dale and Patricia (Cook) Pearman.

Cheryl leaves behind her brother Curtis (Cindy Patrick) Pearman, her niece and two nephews; Travis (Melissa) Pearman, Heather (Don) Marrow and Sonny (Stephanie) Pearman, great nieces and nephews, Samuel, Elizabeth, Ava, Aleah, Isabella and Braxton, her special cousin Judy (Clifford) Sawyer.

Cheryl was preceded in death by her parents.

Cheryl was affectionally called AC by her niece and nephews and Sis by her parents and the rest of the family. Cheryl started her working years as a bank teller working for Palmer Bank, Old National and later was the City Clerk in Georgetown. She was always in charge of organizing the games at any family function that she went to. Cheryl was always elected score keeper, making sure things where done fairly. Cheryl enjoyed board games, collecting Bears and Snowmen. She was a member of Vermilion Grove Friends Church. Cheryl most of all loved her family and was always there to help out with any need they had. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

A Celebration of Cheryl’s life will be held on Tuesday September 25, 2018 at 2pm. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at Sunset’s Houghton-Leasure Funeral Home 200 E. West St Georgetown. Cremation will be accorded after the service with a burial in Forrest Park Cemetery at a later date.

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Jacqueline Robertson - September 10, 1945 - September 17, 2018

Departed: 09/17/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Jacqueline Robertson, 73, of Georgetown, passed away at 10:06am, Monday, September 17, 2018, at Navicent Health Care, Macon, Georgia. She was born on September 10, 1945, in Danville, IL, the daughter of Berlin and Ruth {Beckmann} Lang. She was united in marriage to Charles “Chuck” Robertson on August 11, 1984. He will miss her dearly.

She will also be missed by: her daughters, Renee (Ted) Ames & Patty (Scott) Evers; her seven grandchildren; her nephew & nieces, Jayme (Darla) Willming, Lynette (Rich) Ervin, & Kamala (James) Hinkle Wynne; and several great nieces & great nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Linda Willming.

Jacqueline was a teacher and taught at High School level in Cissna Park, 33 years at Covington, and 3 years in Jamaica. Jackie was a Godly woman and loved the Lord and people. She was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Danville for over 40 years and enjoyed volunteering her time there and helped as a nursery worker. Jacqueline was an avid reader, loved to travel, and held her Kappa Delta Sorority membership for 50 years. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

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James "Jim" McCrone - September 28, 1946 - September 11, 2018

Departed: 09/11/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: James “Jim” McCrone, 71, of Georgetown, passed away at 1:50am, Tuesday, September 11, 2018, at his home. He was born in Mena, Arkansas, on September 28, 1946, the son of John A. McCrone Jr. and Vivian {Potter} McCrone. He was united in marriage to Vicki Seilhymer on June 23, 1979, in Georgetown. She will miss him dearly.

He will also be missed by: his sons, Christopher (Jeaneen) McCrone, Mark McCrone, & Thomas (Annie) McCrone, all of Georgetown; his daughter, Marcie McCrone of Georgetown; his grandchildren, Bridget Barker of Olivet & Dakota “K.K.” McCrone of Tilton; his sister, Barbara White of Winona, MO; his sister-in-law, Jean McCrone; and his niece, Kelly Shepard & her family of Westville. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Bill, and his grandson Jonathon.

Jim was a proud Veteran of the US Marines. He worked for the VA in Danville for 32 years before retiring. He loved remote controlled airplanes and was a master mechanic that could fix anything and really was a “jack of all trades’. Jim was known to be mild-mannered and never met a stranger and above all else, loved his family, especially his grandkids.

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Bryan Allen Cannon - May 04, 1962 - September 03, 2018

Departed: 09/03/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Bryan Allen Cannon, 56, of Georgetown, went to be with the Lord at 8:44am, Monday, September 3, 2018, at OSF Sacred Heart Medical Center, Danville. He was born on May 4, 1962, in Urbana, IL at Mercy Hospital, the son of George Allen and Ruby {Rouse} Cannon. He was married to Connie Louise Dreher on September 17, 1988 at the First Church of Christ in Georgetown where he was an active member and baptized, as well as taught the 4 and 5-year-olds in Sunday School, along with his wife, Connie, early in their marriage.

He will be dearly missed by: his wife, Connie; his daughter, Emily Louise Cannon; a sister, Theresa (Richard) Johnson of Georgetown. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Bill Cannon.

He graduated from Georgetown High School in 1980 and then graduated from DACC in 1984 with a degree in Conservation & Parks Management and Physical Education. He was employed by the National Parks Service at the Everglades National Park in Homestead, FL, as a Park Ranger where he worked as Highway Patrol on the 50-miles of roadway inside the Park. On weekends, he worked as boat patrol in Florida Bay out of Key Largo Ranger Station. Bryan later worked for the State of Illinois as a correctional officer in the Danville Correctional Center for 27 years and retired on May 31, 2012.

Bryan was known far and near for his absolute honesty and sturdiness of purpose as a husband and father. He was kind, loving, & caring and shared the joys and sorrows of life with his wife and daughter. As a neighbor, he was the soul of honor and many sought his counsel, and few doubted his word. He was an avid Illini fan going to many football and basketball games with his father-in-law, Ed Dreher, and Ed’s good friend, Gary Knight.

He enjoyed the outdoors, mushroom hunting, fishing, hunting, nature photography, collecting Christmas ornaments, arrowheads, & Indian artifacts. He was known statewide for his Numismatic knowledge & collecting. Bryan also enjoyed observing deer at Forest Glen. He enjoyed listening to Country & Western music and music from the 1970’s and 1980’s while sitting on his back porch in the summer and watching the hummingbirds in the lilac bush and spending time with his wife and daughter.

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Tyler Andrew Karuzis - May 17, 1990 - August 23, 2018

Departed: 08/23/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Tyler Andrew Karuzis, 28, of Westville passed away on August 23, 2018 at Carle Hospital in Urbana. Tyler was born on May 17, 1990 in Danville, the son of Lenny and Lisa (Chandler) Karuzis.

Tyler leaves behind his parents, one sister Lexi Karuzis, who he loved and protected, his older brother Barry (Angela) Karuzis, who he admired and gave him two beautiful nieces, Addi and Brynn who he adored as well as his step niece, Jenna. His little brother Cole Karuzis, who learned his love of music and to be unapologetically himself through Tyler. His loving grandparents Robert and Shirley Sandlin of Westville, grandmother Ruth Karuzis and his beloved aunts, uncles and cousins who all adored TK. His Uncle Ryan, who he spent most of his Friday nights with, his lifelong best friend, Austin Gay, and his beautiful girlfriend Brandy Cheuvront. We take comfort in knowing Tyler is joining his great friend Jake Land, who we know is taking amazing care of him. Tyler also leaves behind his three beloved dogs, Bella, Remi, and Rufus.

Tyler was full of life and lived it to the absolute fullest. He was a best friend to everyone; there wasn't a stranger in his life. He was a Graduate of Westville High School in 2008. Tyler was a member of the 2005 Final Four Tiger football team, 2006 Class 2A State Runner-up team, and 2007 Class 2A State Runner-up team. His biggest passions were Westville football, Chicago Cubs, country music, and Busch "Latte". If you were loved by Tyler, he would always have your back. He was the most loyal friend to everyone he loved.

He worked for many years for Wrights Tree Service and was now a truck driver for Sygma. Tyler loved to be out with his friends, family, and his girlfriend, riding his Harley. But most of all being close with the ones he loved. Tyler was a thrill seeker, always chasing the next adventure. His charismatic personality made everyone he met feel so loved and protected.

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Steven Holt - August 16, 1964 - August 22, 2018

Departed: 08/22/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Steven Holt, 54, of Hume, IL, died 1:32pm, Wednesday, August 22, 2018, at home. He was born on August 16, 1964 to Otis Joe and Maniza {Shanks} Holt. He was wed to Jacqueline “Jackie” Shoemaker. She survives, as well as many children, grandchildren, and extended family and friends. He was a Veteran of the US Navy.

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Harold Garwood - March 28, 1926 - July 20, 2018

Departed: 07/20/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Harold Garwood, 92, of Ridge Farm, IL, passed away at 6:00pm, Friday, July 20, 2018, at his home. He was born on March 28, 1926, in Paris, IL, the son of Paul and Grace {Phillips} Garwood. He was united in marriage to Donna Spesard on August 31, 1952, in Ridge Farm. She will miss him dearly.

He will also be missed by: his sons, Tracy (Barbara) Garwood of Eldorado Hills, CA, and Michael (Jeana) Garwood of Catlin; his daughters, Debra (Ken) Belleau of Charleston and Diane (Roger) Corsaro of Champaign; his grandchildren, Amy, Jenny, John, Erika, Stuart, Patrick, Paige, & Taylor Grace; and his great grandchildren, Peighton, Tyler, Adalyn, Austin, Aliyah, & Nolan. He was preceded in death by: his parents; his infant brother, Robert; his sister, Carolyn; and his brother-in-law, T.R. McDowell.

Harold was a proud Veteran of the US Army and served during WWII and the Korean War in the 101st Airborne Division. He was a member of the First Church of Christ in Georgetown. Harold was a life-long farmer and was known to love to mow his yard and go mushroom hunting. He really enjoyed cars and watching races. Above all else, Harold loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them, especially his grandchildren.

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Richard "Rich" Land - September 14, 1945 - July 08, 2018

Departed: 07/08/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Richard “Rich” Land, 72, of Chrisman, passed away at 5:35pm, Sunday, July 8, 2018, at Pleasant Meadow Senior Living, Chrisman. He was born on September 14, 1945, in Danville the son of John and Lena {Anderson} Land. He was wed to Mitzi Simons Boots in February of 2015.

He is survived by: his wife, Mitzi Boots; his son, Robert (Shelley) Land; his daughter, Amy Land; his step sons, Jason (Brandi) Boots & Joel Boots; his brother, Steve (Mary Lee) Land; his sister, Carolyn Robinson; his grandson, Christopher Land; his step grandchildren, Gavin McLamroch, Carissa Barham, & Lucas Barham; and one step great grandchild, Nicholas Eslinger. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law, Howard Robinson.

Rich was a farmer and raised livestock. He was a member of the Ridge Farm Fire Department and the Vermilion Grove Drainage District. He enjoyed riding snow mobiles and motorcycles. He was known to love to drive around and study the crops.

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Marilyn Montgomery - June 26, 1939 - July 01, 2018

Departed: 07/01/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Marilyn Montgomery, 79, of Westville, passed away at 8:48am, Sunday, July 1, 2018, at Hawthorne Inn, Danville, IL. She was born on June 26, 1939, in Georgetown the daughter of Kenneth Allen and Beulah {Scurlock} Patterson. She was first married to Harvey Grant Knight on December 29, 1957, with whom she had four children and later married Vearl “Pete” Lynn Montgomery on October 3, 1980, until his death.

She will be dearly missed by: her daughters, Shelli Pettigrew of Westville, Kris Knight of Danville, Karla Knight of Chrisman, and Jill Tucker of Georgia: and her sister, Charlotte Markle of Ridge Farm; her ten grandchildren, Shawna Blakeney, Sara Paxton, Misti Knight, Michael Knight, Jessie Knight, Warren Richards, Kayla Knight, Nikkia Tucker, Tessa Tucker, & ChiAnne Mosley; and her 26 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Kenneth “Pete” Patterson; and her husband, Vearl “Pete” Montgomery.

Marilyn loved to read and go shoe shopping. She also enjoyed playing video games, going to the Casino Boat, and traveling. She loved her family above all else.

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Katherine Rodgers - November 22, 1946 - June 30, 2018

Departed: 06/30/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Katherine “Kathy” Rodgers, 71, of Ridge Farm, passed away at 10:39am, Saturday, June 30, 2018, at her home. She was born on November 22, 1946, in Warren Co., Indiana, the daughter of Lloyd and Viola {Reffeit} Alcorn. She was united in marriage to Larry Rodgers on May 21, 1966, in Georgetown, IL, until his passing on August 31, 2010.

She will be dearly missed by: her sons, Tim (Cathy) Rodgers of Tomball, TX, Scott (Sonna) Rodgers of Ridge Farm, Brian (Shelley) Rodgers of Oakwood, & Ralph Lomax of Covington, IN; her daughter, Debbie (Dan) Crawford of Lawrenceville, IL; her sister, Melody (Buddy) Dixon of Danville; her 10 grandchildren, T.J. (Brandy) Young, Tyler (Toni) Young, Nate Crawford, Josh Crawford, Jeromy (Sara) Spesard, Josh Rodgers, Tanner (Mei) Rodgers, Halley Woods, Neel (Erin) Rodgers, & Steven (Corinne) Rodgers; and her sixteen great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by: her parents; her brother, Floyd Alcorn; and her sisters, Shirley Andrews, Janie Johnson, & Sharon O’Daffer.

Kathy earned her Nursing Degree at Parkland College in 1990 and worked at the VA Hospital in Danville for 20 plus years as a Registered Nurse and then as a Patient Advocate until her retirement. She enjoyed playing cards and traveling to Tunica, Mississippi, where she enjoyed the river boat casino. She also enjoyed going boating & camping with her family. Kathy loved listening to Country Music and attended many concerts. Her family was most important to her and loved spending time with them. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

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Charles Tuggle - February 18, 1940 - June 29, 2018

Departed: 06/29/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Charles ‘Charlie’ Tuggle, 78, of Georgetown, lost his battle to cancer on Friday, June 29, 2018, at Pleasant Meadows Senior Living, Chrisman. He was born on February 18, 1940, to Emery and Mary {Kurkendall} Tuggle. He married Marilyn S. Knight on June 11, 1960. They enjoyed 58 years of marriage. She will miss him dearly.

He leaves behind: his wife, Marilyn; his dog and best friend, Peanut; his four children, Cheryl (Rick) Black, Jerry (Lori) Tuggle, Chuck Tuggle, & Kim Tuggle-Bennett; his grandchildren, Amber Pearson, Nathan (Mandi) Pearson, Brandon (Amy) Tuggle, Brody (Brooke) Tuggle, Broc Tuggle, & Bryce Bennett; his great grandchildren, Ostin Merchant, Haylee Watson, Carson Collom, Olivia, Maddi, & Ethan Pearson, Emery Tuggle, & Amelia Tuggle; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents, his step-brother, Herman Tuggle, and his dog of 9 years, Scooby.

Charlie worked for Sunbeam for 39 years. He was known around town as the “Bread Man”. He also rolled & mowed yards in the summers. He was always happy to have the grandkids help him mow, help take care of his pigs, & split wood. He was his kids & grandkids Number 1 Supporter in sports and always attended their games. Baseball was his favorite one to go to and he was an avid Chicago Cubs fan. If he couldn’t catch the game on TV, he would breakout his am radio and listen to it. A few times the power would go off and he could be found in his truck listening to the game. He was so excited to see the Cubs win the World Series.

Charlie’s favorite activities after retirement was sitting at the table drinking his coffee working on his crossword puzzles, reading the paper, watching tv, playing Uno & Aggravation with his grandkids & great grandkids, and playing Euchre at family gatherings. He was the “Breadwinner” of the family and was always there to help his family in everyway he could. He will be greatly missed beyond words.

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Michael Eugene Thomas - September 24, 1952 - June 27, 2018

Departed: 06/27/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Michael Eugene Thomas, 65, of Calvert City, Kentucky, formerly of Ridge Farm, IL passed away on Wednesday, June 27, 2018 at his residence due to complications from cancer.

He was born on September 24, 1952. He retired from Danville Veteran Affairs after 25 years of service. He was a U.S. Army Veteran. He was a member of the American Legion Dornblaser Post #203 for many years. He enjoyed playing scratch off lottery tickets, playing trivia, being outside, and gardening. He was a lifelong Chicago Cubs and Bears fan.

Surviving is one daughter, Jamee (Brad) Kemper of Mattoon; one granddaughter, Tylyn Thomas of Mattoon; one brother, James (MaryAnn) Thomas of Catlin, IL; one sister, Susan McGovern of Ridge Farm, IL; two aunts, Shirley (Punk) Thompson of Georgetown, IL and Margret Thomas of Danville IL; two nephews, Patrick (Brandi) Lewis of Fountain, CO and Jeremy Thomas of Dallas, TX; two nieces, Leslie Thomas of Farmersville, TX and Paige (Dan) Ruenger of Burnsville, MN; several nieces and nephews.; significant other, Penny Wilson Johnson of Calvert City; her children, Robert (Tina) Johnson of Danville, IL, Julie (Craig) Miller of Williamsport, IN, and Vicky (Michelle Koch) Johnson of Calvert City. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilber “Peanut” Thomas and Bernadine Thomas; one sister, Gloria Cutter; one uncle, Roy Thomas and one nephew, Matthew Lewis.

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Mary Rose Phillips - June 06, 1938 - June 19, 2018

Departed: 06/19/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Mary Rose Phillips, 80, of Georgetown, passed away at 12:00pm, Tuesday, June 19, 2018, at Pleasant Meadows Senior Living, Chrisman. She was born in Oklahoma City, OK, the daughter of Rastus and Freida Start on June 6, 1938. She was united in marriage to Sonny Phillips on February 12, 1960 in Las Vegas, NV. He survives.

She is also survived by: her sons, Duane Phillips & Lee Phillips; her daughter, Janet (Travis) Gullberg; her grandchildren, Kelly, Weston, & Landen; her six brothers; and her four sisters. She was preceded in death by her parents, her daughter-in-law, Sandy, and two sisters, Ruth & Ida.

Mary Rose worked as a waitress for 18 years at the CSQ in Georgetown. She loved being in the country with her animals and always made them her pets. She also enjoyed gardening and going bowling. She was known as the best at putting up with Sonny and enjoyed every minute of it. She truly loved her family and will be missed by those whose lives she touched.

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Charles "Chuck" F. Ingram Jr. - November 21, 1957 - June 15, 2018

Departed: 06/15/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Charles F. “Chuck” Ingram Jr., 60, of Indianola, passed away at 6:44pm, Friday, June 15, 2018, at OSF Sacred Heart Medical Center, Danville. He was born on November 21, 1957, the son of Charles and Ruby {Murray} Ingram. He was united in marriage to Debbie Kincaid on July 5, 1989, in Newport, IN. She survives.

He is also survived by: his Mother, Ruby (Dennis) Martin of Indianola; his son, Matthew Ingram of Indianola; his daughters, Stacey (Troy) Rodriguez of Bunsenville, Michelle Ingram of Ambia, IN, & Whitney Ingram of Indianola; his grandchildren, Tyler, Troy, & Chuckie Rodriguez, Desiree, Selena, & Lexi Ingram, Adriana & Ariana Vasquez, Karter Stimac, Kinlee Ingram, and Cooper Ingram; his great grandchild, Chevy Mae; his sisters, Wilma (Bill Reagan) Ingram of Sidell, Lisa (Steve) Cundiff of Indianola, and Darla Ramey of Terre Haute, IN; his step brother, Donnie Martin of Covington; his step sisters, Lori Ray of Tennessee and Beth Ray of Paris; and several nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and his brother Raymond.

Chuck owned and operated a semitruck and drove for Super Value. He loved NASCAR and was proud that he had went to Talladega Raceway for 10 years straight. He enjoyed fishing, camping, and grilling out, as well as work on cars. Chuck loved his family above all else and will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

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Betty Parthena Craig - August 10, 1929 - June 13, 2018

Departed: 06/13/2018 (Georgetown)

Obituary Preview: Betty Parthena Rossiter Craig, 88, of Georgetown, passed away at 6:00pm, Wednesday, June 13, 2018, at Colonial Manor Nursing Home, Danville. She was born on August 10, 1929, in Georgetown the daughter of Dayton and Ruth {Elliott} Carter, both deceased. She was first married to Claude Earl Rossiter Sr. until his passing on December 15, 1970. She later was united in marriage to Dean W. Craig until his death on January 11, 2007.

She is survived by: her sons, Danny Rossiter of Westville, Carl (Stacie) Rossiter of Danville, & Claude Jr (Diane) Rossiter of Virginia Beach, VA; her daughter, Ruth A. Pundt of Georgetown; her 13 grandchildren; 41 great grandchildren; 22 great-great grandchildren; her brothers, Don (Shirley) Carter of Arizona & Keith (Nancy) Carter of Fairmount; her sisters, Maxine (Ronald) Morrison of Georgetown & Shirley Bartley of Danville; and her special friends, Bob & Lulabell Sprouls. She was preceded in death by: her son, Roy Lee; four sisters; one brother; and four grandchildren.

Betty retired from Peterson Filling after 20 years of service. She was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Georgetown. She loved cooking and making candy. She also enjoyed going camping & waterskiing. In her spare time, Betty would enjoy playing Bingo, crafting, & doing word searches. Her family was extremely special to her and loved them above all else. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

The family would like to extend a thank you to the nursing staff at Colonial Manor Nursing Home for their care of Betty.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and other biographical information. It may also include details about their life, accomplishments, and surviving family members.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to share news of a loved one's passing with friends, family, and community members. They provide a sense of closure and allow people to pay their respects to the deceased. Obituaries also help to preserve the person's legacy and memory.

Who writes an obituary?

Typically, a family member or close friend of the deceased writes the obituary. Funeral homes or mortuaries may also offer assistance in writing and publishing the obituary.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's full name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service, hobbies, and surviving family members. It may also include information about funeral services, memorial donations, and condolences.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication and the family's preferences. Generally, it should be concise and to the point, ranging from a few sentences to a few paragraphs.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many publications allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can be a meaningful way to personalize the tribute and help readers remember the person.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper or online publication?

Contact the publication directly to inquire about their submission process and any specific requirements they may have. Some publications may accept submissions online, while others may require email or phone submissions.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication and the length of the notice. Some publications may offer free or low-cost options, while others may charge by the word or line.

Can I write my own obituary in advance?

Yes, it is becoming increasingly common for people to write their own obituaries in advance. This can be a therapeutic exercise and ensure that your story is told in your own words.

What is a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of someone's passing, usually including only basic information such as name, age, and date of death. It is often used in conjunction with a more detailed obituary.

What is the difference between an obituary and a eulogy?

An obituary is a written notice announcing someone's death, while a eulogy is a speech or written tribute delivered at a funeral or memorial service to celebrate the person's life.

Can I include humor in an obituary?

Absolutely! Humor can be a wonderful way to capture the personality and spirit of the deceased. Just be sure to consider the audience and tone when adding humorous elements.

How do I handle sensitive or difficult information in an obituary?

If there are sensitive or difficult aspects of the person's life or death, it's best to approach them with tact and compassion. You may choose to omit certain details or phrase them in a way that is respectful to all parties involved.

Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?

Yes! Quotes, lyrics, or poems can add depth and meaning to an obituary. Choose something that resonates with the person's personality or values.

How do I proofread an obituary for errors?

Carefully review the obituary for spelling, grammar, and factual errors before submitting it for publication. It's also a good idea to have someone else review it as well.

Can I make changes to an obituary after it's been published?

This depends on the publication's policies. Some may allow corrections or updates, while others may not. Be sure to check with the publication before making any changes.

How long does it take for an obituary to be published?

The timeframe for publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication's schedule and deadlines. Online publications may publish immediately, while print publications may take several days or weeks.

Can I request corrections or updates to an online obituary?

Yes! If you find errors or need to make changes to an online obituary, contact the publication directly to request corrections or updates.

What if I want to keep the obituary private?

If you prefer not to share the obituary publicly, you can opt for a private notice or share it only with close friends and family. Funeral homes or mortuaries can assist with this process.

Can I reuse an obituary for multiple publications?

Yes! You can reuse an obituary for multiple publications, but be sure to check each publication's submission guidelines and formatting requirements beforehand.

How do I save a copy of an online obituary?

You can save a copy of an online obituary by printing it out, taking a screenshot, or saving it as a PDF document. You can also request a copy from the publication if needed.

What if I'm struggling to write an obituary due to grief or emotional distress?

If you're finding it difficult to write an obituary due to grief or emotional distress, consider enlisting the help of a trusted friend or family member. Funeral homes or mortuaries may also offer guidance and support during this challenging time.

Can I include charitable donations or memorial funds in an obituary?

Yes! Including information about charitable donations or memorial funds can be a meaningful way to honor the deceased and support their favorite causes.

How do I ensure that an online obituary remains accessible over time?

Saving a copy of the obituary locally (as mentioned earlier) can help ensure accessibility over time. Additionally, some online publications may archive their content for future reference.