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Martha Ann Mescher - November 24, 1942 - March 18, 2024

Departed: 03/18/2024 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: Martha Ann Mescher, 81, of Bethany, passed away Monday, March 18, 2024, at The Loft in Decatur.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 22, 2024, at the First Christian Church, Bethany. Visitation will be held an hour prior to the services Friday at the church. Memorials may be made to the First Christian Church, Bethany. McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

Martha was born November 24, 1942, in Mattoon; the daughter of Orville F. and Eden L. (Lane) Barrow. She married Larry H. Mescher on April 14, 1990; he survives. Martha was a member of the First Christian Church in Bethany, where she served as a Deacon for over 30 years, sang in the church and community choirs; she also helped with youth activities at the church.

She is survived by her husband, Larry of Bethany; nephews, Michael (Elizabeth) Bartimus of Mt. Zion and David (Julie) Bartimus of Naperville; sister-in-law, Linda (James) Bartimus of Decatur; brother-in-law, Dwaine (Jane) Mescher of Mt. Zion; she is also survived by her special friends, Keith and Nancy McReynolds.

She was preceded in death by parents and several cousins.

The family would like to give a special thanks for the care Dr. James Wade and the Cancer Care Center of Decatur gave to Martha.

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Robert Nelson "Teeny" Brewer - December 04, 1930 - February 28, 2024

Departed: 02/28/2024 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: Robert Nelson “Teeny” Brewer, 93, of Bethany, passed away at 2:11 p.m. Wednesday, February 28, 2024, Moweaqua Rehabilitation Health Care Center.

A memorial graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Marrowbone Township Cemetery, Bethany. Memorials may be made to the Sullivan AMBUCs: 12019 Patterson Rd. Sullivan, IL 61951, Guiding Eyes for the Blind: PO Box 97007 Washington, DC 20090 or to St. Jude Children’s Hospital: 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

Robert was born on December 4, 1930, in Ivesdale; to Horace and Mary Edith (Long) Brewer. Robert married Dora Darlene Tipsword on December 17, 1950, for 73 years of marriage; she survives. Robert was a lifelong farmer in Moultrie and Shelby Counties. He was a Bethany High School graduate, winning the state FFA mechanics award and holding the disc records for many years. Robert was a 60-year Mason member, one of the first “certified” electricians, a 20-year ASC committee member, a 50-year NRA member, a Farm Bureau member and a member of the Findlay Christian Church.

Robert and Darlene raised 5 children, the late Samuel (Linda) Brewer of Bozeman, MT, Kathy (Bill) Smith of Bethany, Debbie (the late Van) Cruit of Findlay, Mark (Justine) Brewer of Bethany and Peggy (Norm) Wood of Sullivan.

Robert is also survived by grandchildren, Jeremie (Tammy) Smith, Stephanie (Kevin) Cain, Kari (Shane) Ruppert, Jason Brewer, Dustin (Jenny) Cruit, Derek (Jenny) Cruit, Chelsey (David) Ziebler, Aaron (Asia) Wood and Kaleb (Morgan) Wood; 14 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great-grandchildren and 1 on the way.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, son Samuel and son-in-law Van Cruit.

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Carroll Dean Ray - September 26, 1947 - February 17, 2024

Departed: 02/17/2024 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: Carroll Dean Ray, 76, of Bethany, died at 10:16 p.m. Saturday, February 17, 2024, in St. Joseph Hospital, Tampa, FL.

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Lucy Lee Ridgley - August 25, 1945 - January 03, 2024

Departed: 01/03/2024 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: Lucy Lee Ridgley, 78, of Bethany, passed away at 5:18 p.m. Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, Mattoon.

No services will be held, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society: American Cancer Society P.O. Box 6704 Hagerstown, MD 21741 McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

Lucy was born August 25, 1945, in Mattoon; the daughter of Allison and Etta Alleen (Hawn) Carter. She married Raymond Ridgley in 1992; he preceded her in death in 2022. Lucy enjoyed cooking and collected recipe books.

She is survived by her son, Joseph E. (Patty) Jones, Jr. of Oconee; daughters, Lucy Ford of Oklahoma City, OK, and Angela (Bill) Benslay of Bethany; sisters, Marsha Jarvis of Hillsboro, TN, and Cindy (Mark) Humes of Salisbury, MO. Lucy is also survived by 16 grandchildren and 39 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband 1 sister and 1 granddaughter, Abigail.

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Tammie L Wehrle - February 29, 1968 - January 01, 2024

Departed: 01/01/2024 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: Tammie L. Wehrle, 55, of Bethany, passed away at 9:30 p.m. Monday, January 1, 2024, at Sharon Healthcare Elms, Peoria.

Private family graveside services will be held at a later date in Marrowbone Township Cemetery, Bethany. Memorials may be made in care of the family. McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

Tammie was born February 29, 1968, in Danville; the daughter of Dannie Lee and Sharon (Carmichael) Smith. She married Robert Wehrle on February 15, 2011, in Sullivan; he preceded her in death in August of 2022. Tammie was a dedicated AA member and sponsor. She enjoyed gardening.

She is survived by her daughter, Krystal Dixon of Bethany; grandsons, Zachary Richards and Levi Richards; uncle, William Carmichael of Prescott, AZ; cousins, Bryce, Matt and Andy Carmichael of Arizona.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.

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Jeffrey M Powell - August 18, 1948 - December 06, 2023

Departed: 12/06/2023 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: - Jeffrey M Powell, 75, of Bethany passed away 4:15 AM December 6, 2023 at St. John’s Hospital, Springfield.

Graveside services will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday, December 8, 2023 at Camfeild Cemetery, rural Sullivan. No visitation will be held. Arrangements made by McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Bethany. Memorials may be made to St. Judes Childrens Hospital.

Jeffrey was born August 18, 1948, the son of Harry B. and Ruth Ann (Martin) Powell. Jeffrey was a retired carpenter. He enjoyed bowling, fishing, playing cards, watching sports and spending time with family. Jeffrey is survived by his daughter, Tammy Powell of Littleton, CO; brothers, Tyler Powell of Bethany, Andy Powell of Assumption, and Matt Powell of Decatur; sisters, Mary Ann Huddleston of Decatur, Rita Blackwood of Twin Falls, ID, and Sonda King of Decatur; 3 grandchildren

Jeffrey is preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers and one sister.

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Larry Lee Meredith - September 27, 1940 - November 14, 2023

Departed: 11/14/2023 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: Larry Lee Meredith, 83, of Decatur, formerly of Bethany, passed away 4:50 a.m. Tuesday, November 14th, 2023, at his home.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 18th, 2023, at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Bethany. Masonic Rites will be performed by the George A. Sentel Masonic Lodge #764 at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, at the funeral home in Bethany, with a funeral service immediately following the Masonic Rites. Burial will be in Marrowbone Township Cemetery, Bethany, with Military Rites by the Bethany American Legion Post #507. Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice.

Larry was born September 27, 1940, in Decatur; the son of Paul Eugene and Olive Fern (Cox) Meredith. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Larry married Madonna Lee Dowd on February 21, 1969, in Decatur; she preceded him in death on August 24th, 2014. He was a member of the George A. Sentel Masonic Lodge #764, the Bethany American Legion Post #507, and the Decatur VFW Post #99. He was a retired Conductor for Norfolk-Southern Railroad. He enjoyed golfing, boating and fishing. Larry loved spending time with his family.

He is survived by his children, Kennette (Ron) Chenoweth, Chelie (Jamie) Petri and Larry (Melissa) Meredith; grandchildren, Nichole (Jerod) Mercer, Dustin (Tessa) Chenoweth, Brittany (Adam) Payne, Jordan (Jami) Meredith, Tyler (Morgan) Petri, Travis (Holly) Petri, Jamison Petri, Paige (Ridge) Tippit, and Devon Meredith; sisters, Karla (Arla) Thomas and Darlene Stobaugh. Larry is also survived by 17 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, 2 brothers and 3 sisters.

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Steven "Hutch" Hutchcraft - January 02, 1957 - October 25, 2023

Departed: 10/25/2023 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: Steven “Hutch” Hutchcraft, 66, of Bethany, passed away 9:22 p.m. Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at his home.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, November 11, 2023, starting at 4:00 p.m. at the Bethany American Legion Post #507. Memorials may be made in care of the family. McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

Hutch was born on January 2, 1957, in Decatur; the son Charles and Glyndola (Scott) Hutchcraft. He married Mary Lou Moon on October 6, 1981, in Vandalia; she survives. Hutch enjoyed hunting, fishing and being outdoors.

He is survived by his wife, Mary of Bethany; step-sons, William (Carol) Shain of Sullivan and Steven Shain of Urbana; step-daughter, Gayla (Mark) Jones of Shelbyville; brothers, Charles (Audrey) Hutchcraft of Mundelein, Terry (Tina) Hutchcraft of Shelbyville and Jeff (Rebekah) Hutchcraft of Shelbyville.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

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Kathlene Hartman - February 28, 1943 - October 20, 2023

Departed: 10/20/2023 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: Kathlene Hartman, 80, of Decatur passed away Friday, October 20, 2023 at Mt. Zion Health and Rehab, Mt. Zion. McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

Memorial services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 11, 2023 at Moundford Free Methodist Church, Decatur. Memorials may be made to Moundford Free Methodist Church, P.O. Box 2018 Decatur, IL 62524 or Cowden Camp Association 801 S. St. John St. Bethany IL 61914.

Kathlene was born February 28, 1943 in Washington D.C., the daughter of LeRoy and Opal (Wiseley) Norman. She married Peter John Spracklen on June 11, 1961. He passed away March 11, 2018. She married Lester Hartman on March 27, 1987 in Decatur. Kathlene was a member of the Moundford Free Methodist Church, Decatur.

Kathlene is survived by her husband, Lester of Decatur; son, Phillip (Lisa) Spracklen of Bethany; daughter, Pam Smith of Decatur, AL; step-brothers, Walter Norman of Moweaqua and Lester (Jamie) Norman of North Augusta, SC; 6 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Peter John Spracklen and daughter, Margaret; 2 brothers, Larry and Roger Norman.

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Susan Katherine Shain - October 11, 1949 - September 25, 2023

Departed: 09/25/2023 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: Susan Katherine Shain, of Bethany, passed away 7:35 p.m. Monday, September 25, 2023, at St. Mary’s Hospital, Decatur.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 6, 2023, at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Bethany, no visitation will be held. Susan will be laid to rest in Marrowbone Township Cemetery, Bethany, at a later date. Memorials may be made in care of the family or to the Bethany United Methodist Church.

Susan was born October 11, 1949, in Elmhurst; the daughter of Albert and Katherine (Baumbach) Dekan. She was the CEO of A.B. Seals in Sullivan. She married Russell E. “Smiley” Shain on October 16, 1981 in Sullivan; he preceded her in death on June 3, 2006. Susan was a member of the Bethany United Methodist Church. She enjoyed her family, friends and her cat Molly. Susan loved all of her “Angels” with all of her heart.

Susan is survived by her sons, William (Carol) Shain of Sullivan, Steven Shain of Champaign and Bobby (Kim) Garcia of Litchfield; daughter, Gayla (Mark) Jones of Shelbyville; sister, Vicki (Bob) Kniceley of Wheaton. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

Susan was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and 1 grandchild.

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Isabelle Tipsword - November 28, 1934 - July 08, 2023

Departed: 07/08/2023 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: Isabelle Tipsword, 88, of Bethany passed away 8:00 a.m. Saturday, July 8, 2023 at Aspen Creek, Sullivan.

Graveside memorial services will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, July 28, 2023, at Marrowbone Township Cemetery, Bethany. Memorials may be made to the Marrowbone Township Library, Bethany.

Isabelle was born November 28, 1934 in Dalton City, the daughter of Irving James and Milbra (Rhodes) Freeland. She married James Tipsword June 8, 1952 in Dalton City. He preceded her in death on December 26, 2016. Isabelle loved her grandchildren, gardening, watching and attending Illini Basketball games and enjoyed music.

Isabelle is survived by her son, Steve Tipsword of Bethany; daughters, Linda Weddle of Bethany and Sherry Hiser of Decatur; grandchildren, Corey (Danelle) Weddle of Ames, IA, Carson (Rosario) Hiser of Bethany, Logan (Abbey) Hiser of Decatur and Cody (Ashlynne) Hiser of Decatur; 5 great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her husband, parents and one brother.

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Peggy Mulvany - May 05, 1945 - July 06, 2023

Departed: 07/06/2023 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: Peggy Mulvany, 78, of Bethany, passed away peacefully in her home on July 6, 2023, two weeks prior to her 60th wedding anniversary. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Friday, July 14, 2023, at McMullin-Young Funeral Homes, Bethany. A memorial service will be held 7:00 p.m. Friday at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Bethany. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society; P.O. Box 6704 Hagerstown, MD 21741

Peggy was the only child of Herman and Pauline Trinkle, sharing her mother’s birthday of May 5th. She married Donald Mulvany on July 20, 1963 and they share two children, Kendall and Anita.

After raising her children, Peggy worked many years at International Paper. Upon retirement, her and Don spent 16 years traveling the country in their motorhome, along with their dog Niki. They often traveled with friends, but spent their winters in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, where they met many new and dear friends.

She will be deeply missed by her husband Don, son and daughter-in-law, Kendall and Sandy Mulvany, daughter and son-in-law, Anita and Tom O’Brien, grandson and wife, Daniel and Erica Mulvany, granddaughter Alisha Eadie , granddaughter Kylie Hickmon and grandson and wife, Tom and Jessica O’Brien, along with great grandkids, Josh, Amelia, Elijah, Lyra, Karlena and Persephone.

She also leaves behind sister-in-laws Jean Clark, Carolyn Page and Dely Mulvany, brother-in-laws and sister-in-laws, Carol and Mary Mulvany and Lindell and Brenda Mulvany, many nieces, nephews and friends, as well as her best friends, Wanda, Evelyn and Sheryll, her neighbors of almost 50 years.

Peggy was proceeded in death by her parents and grandparents, father and mother-in-law Clyde and Pansy Mulvany, brother-in-law Darrell Mulvany, grandson-in-law Abel Hickmon, her beloved cat Sweetie and beloved dog Niki.

Her family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Memorial Hospice, and Angela Robinson for their care and kindness and special thanks to Janice Romine for her compassion, kindness and friendship. “Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal.” ~ Irish Proverb

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George Allen Herendeen - September 16, 1965 - June 04, 2023

Departed: 06/04/2023 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: George Allen Herendeen, 57, of Quincy, formerly of Mattoon, passed away on Sunday, June 4, 2023, at Blessings Hospital, Quincy.

Memorial graveside services will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at Marrowbone Township Cemetery, Bethany, with Military Rites by the Bethany American Legion Post #507. McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

George was born on September 16, 1965, in Decatur; the son of Brad and Gloria (Eggers) Herendeen. He attended the Quincy Unitarian Church. George received a Master’s Degree in Consumer Science. He enjoyed volunteering for the Red Cross and Boy Scouts. George loved spending time with his family.

He is survived by his brothers, Chuck (Marie) Herendeen of Mattoon and Danny (Beth) Herendeen of Charleston.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

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Jane Younger - June 23, 1932 - May 09, 2023

Departed: 05/09/2023 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: Jane Younger, 90, of Bethany, passed away 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at Decatur Memorial Hospital.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 13, 2023, at the McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Bethany. Visitation will be held an hour prior to the service Saturday at the funeral home in Bethany. Burial will be in Marrowbone Township Cemetery, Bethany. Memorials may be made to Okaw Valley Blessings: Findlay Bank.

Jane was born on June 23, 1932, in Decatur; the daughter of Gilbert and Ada Belle (Cox) Redfern. She married Robert H. Younger in January of 1965; he preceded her in death in January of 2001. Jane was a member of the Christian Church in Bethany. She enjoyed going shopping for her grandchildren.

She is survived by her son, Bill (Lisa) Younger of Bethany; daughter, Becky Sinclair of Bethany; grandchildren, Jennifer (Bret) Gahwiler of Bethany, Jonathan (Angie) Parsons of Hammond, Cole (Morgan) Younger of Sullivan and Maci Younger of Bethany. Jane is also survived by 7 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and 2 brothers.

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Thomas Robert Stables - October 15, 1932 - March 24, 2023

Departed: 03/24/2023 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: Thomas Robert Stables, 90, of Bethany, passed away 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 24, 2023, at Fair Haven Christian Home, Decatur.

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Billy Joe Robbins - February 10, 1936 - March 21, 2023

Departed: 03/21/2023 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: Billy Joe Robbins, 87, of Bethany, passed away 7:41 p.m. Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at his home, surrounded by his family.

Funeral services will be held 12:00 p.m. Monday, March 27, 2023, at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Bethany. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Monday at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Bethany. Burial will be in Marrowbone Township Cemetery, Bethany. Memorials may be made to the Oak Grove Baptist Church, rural Bethany.

Billy was born February 10, 1936, in Pine Knot, KY, the son of Jesse and Elsie (Anderson) Robbins. He married Arletta McDaniel on August 10, 1954, in Owensboro, KY; she survives. He was a member of the Oak Grove Baptist Church in rural Bethany. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, spending time with his grandchildren and riding bicycles.

Billy is survived by his wife, Arletta of Bethany; son, Larry Robbins of Allenville; daughters, Glenda Rigg of Mt. Zion and Cheryl (Mike) Kidwell of Bethany; grandchildren, Michelle (Greg) Owczarzak, Todd (Kristi) Rigg, Nathan (Sara) Robbins, Quinn (Jeremy) Richardson, Laniesa (James) Robbins, Daniel (Lauren) Kidwell, Derick (Kaylee) Robbins, Travis (Deniel) Robbins and Taylor Robbins; brothers, James, Eugene; half-brothers, Steve, Gary (Joan) and Karl (Barbara); step-brother, Kenny (Ruby) Butt; step-sisters, Doris Prater and Betty Clevenger. He is also survived by 25 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, son, Billy Joe Robbins, Jr., 6 brothers and 2 sisters.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Sarah Bush Lincoln Hospice for their wonderful care of Billy.

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Annamary Larkin - July 26, 1939 - March 15, 2023

Departed: 03/15/2023 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: Annamary (Moon) Larkin, 83, of Sullivan, formerly of Bethany, passed peacefully, 6:33 a.m. Wednesday, March 15th,2023, at Sullivan Rehabilitation and Health Care Center.

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Patricia (Warner) Sullivan - June 23, 1937 - September 22, 2022

Departed: 09/22/2022 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: Patricia (Warner) Sullivan, 85, of Bethany, died peacefully in her sleep with her family around her on Thursday, September 22, 2022, at 1:20 p.m.

Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 27, 2022, at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Bethany. Visitation will be held an hour prior to the service at the funeral home in Bethany. The family requests casual attire. Burial will be in Marrowbone Township Cemetery, Bethany. Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice.

Pat was born June 23, 1937, the daughter of Thomas F. and Mary Irene (Heighton) Warner. She married William “Bill” L. Sullivan on August 29, 1954, in Long Creek; he preceded her in death on July 18, 2013. Pat was a member of the Antioch Christian Church in Decatur. She enjoyed camping, fishing, flowers, bird watching and all animals.

She is survived by her daughters, Debra (Rocky) Daniels of Decatur, Kathy (Randy) Trussell of Bethany and Deanna Sullivan of Indianapolis, IN; sisters, Barbara Morgan of Mt. Zion and Donna Hufford of Elwin. Pat is also survived by 5 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and son, William Michael Sullivan.

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Mary Katherine Goetz - September 16, 1926 - August 24, 2022

Departed: 08/24/2022 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: Mary Katherine Goetz, 95, of Bethany, passed away 4:56 p.m. Wednesday, August 24, 2022, at Sullivan Health Care and Rehabilitation.

Graveside services will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, August 28, 2022, as Marrowbone Township Cemetery, Bethany. Memorials may be made to the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Bethany for future growth. McMullin-Young Funeral Homes is in care of the arrangements.

Mary was born on September 16, 1926, in Gays; the daughter of Dormethus E. and Mary Elizabeth (Smith) Fuller. She married George E. Goetz on June 19, 1949, in Gays; he preceded her in death on May 31, 2007. Mary was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Bethany. She owned the Village Shop in Bethany and was the Treasurer for the Habitat for Humanity.

She is survived by her daughter, Kathy Goetz Morgan of Hendersonville, TN; grandchildren, David, Joshua and Chris Morgan all of Hendersonville, TN.

She was preceded in death by her parents, 10 brothers and sisters.

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Tina Clark - May 11, 1980 - August 23, 2022

Departed: 08/23/2022 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: Memorial graveside services will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, September 30, 2022 in Marrowbone Township Cemetery, Bethany. Memorials may be made to the donor's choice. McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

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Lena M. "Lee" Griffin - February 12, 1922 - August 15, 2022

Departed: 08/15/2022 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: Lena M. “Lee” Griffin, 100, formerly of St. Anne, IL. Passed away Monday, August 15, 2022, at home surrounded by her family.

She was born in Bement, IL., the daughter of Charles and Tressie Rodgers Cornelius. She married Joseph V. Griffin on August 1, 1942, at St. Isidore Catholic Church in Bethany, IL. She and Joseph were married for 78 years before his death in 2020.

Lena is survived by her 3 children, Valerie (Mike) Adams of Jacksonville, IL., John C. (Mary) Griffin of Ft. Collins, CO., and Starla Griffin Born of Jacksonville, IL. She leaves 8 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Joseph.

During WWII while her husband was serving in the European Theater, Lena left nurses training and worked at Camp Bowie as a civilian discharge nurse. Lena then returned and graduated from St. Francis School of Nursing in Peoria in 1945. She worked as an R.N. in Champaign, Arthur, and Kankakee State Hospital. Lee retired from Manteno State Hospital as a nurse administrator. After retiring, Lee loved to winter in Arizona and to become a gifted quilter. While residing in St. Anne, she became a member of Kankakee Needleworkers Guild and was a charter member of the Kankakee Quilter Guild. Over the years, Lee made many quilts for family members and displayed numerous quilts in the Quilters Guild annual quilt shows. Quilting was her Passion!

Cremation rites have been accorded. A graveside service will be held on October 8, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Isidore Catholic Cemetery, Bethany, in conjunction with her husband, Joseph. Military Rites will be presented by the Bethany American Legion Post #507. McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in charge of final arrangements. Memorials may be made to the St. Isidore Catholic Cemetery.

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Archie Monroe Roddy - April 27, 1928 - July 08, 2022

Departed: 07/08/2022 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: Archie Monroe Roddy, 94, of Decatur, passed away 10:22 a.m. Friday, June 8, 2022, at The Loft Nursing Home in Decatur.

Memorial graveside services will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 16, 2022, at Marrowbone Township Cemetery, with Military Rites by the Bethany American Legion Post #507. McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

Archie was born April 27, 1928, in Salem; the son of Clarence Raymond and Lucille Augusta (Hood) Roddy. Archie served in the Army during World War II and in the Marines during the Korean War. He married Virginia Grace Rice in Decatur; she preceded him in death. HE worked for Norfolk Southern Railroad as an engineer.

He is survived by his brother, Jack (Patricia) Roddy of Mt. Zion; sister, Marie (Chuck) Jimson of Missouri.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, 2 brothers, Joseph and Raymond.

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John Eric Bowersmith, Sr. - August 26, 1961 - May 31, 2022

Departed: 05/31/2022 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: John Eric Bowersmith, Sr., 60, of Buffalo, passed away 5:02 p.m. Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at Springfield Memorial Hospital.

Graveside services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 11, 2022, at Marrowbone Township Cemetery, Bethany. McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

John was born August 26, 1961, in Denver, CO; the son of Joseph and Lillian Gay (McReynolds) Smith. He loved woodworking, the outdoors and his1927 Model “T”.

He is survived by his parents, Joseph and Lillian Smith of Denver, CO; son, John Eric (Bevin) Bowersmith, Jr. of Westlake, OH; daughters, Brandi Ciprian of Rocky River, OH, and Natalie (Michael) Bosau of Westlake, OH; brother, Joesph Allen (Bea) Bowersmith of Texas; sister, Cherie Bowersmith of Denver, CO; grandchildren, Rowan, Miles, Cole, Oliver, Rocco and Mabel.

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D. Melvin Utsler - September 26, 1937 - March 18, 2022

Departed: 03/18/2022 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: D. Melvin Utsler, 84, of Bethany, passed away 3:00 a.m. Friday, March 18, 2022, at his home.

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Tracy Laverne Bandy - June 30, 1937 - February 13, 2022

Departed: 02/13/2022 (Bethany)

Obituary Preview: Tracy Laverne Bandy, 84, of Bethany, passed away 6:56 p.m. Sunday, February 13, 2022, at his home in Bethany.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm – 7:00 p.m. Thursday, February 17, 2022, at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Bethany, with Masonic Rites by the George A. Sentel Masonic Lodge #764 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 18, 2022, at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Bethany. Face masks are suggested and please practice social distancing for the services. Burial will be held in Marrowbone Township Cemetery, Bethany, with Military Rites by the Bethany American Legion Post #507. Memorials may be made to the George A. Sentel Masonic Lodge #764 or to the Bethany Fire Department.

Tracy was born on June 30, 1937, in Edinburg; the son of Bernard Maurice and Margaret (Weller) Bandy. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He married Sandra “Sandy” J. Butt on October 14, 1978, in Bethany; she survives. He retired from Caterpillar after working for 32 years. Tracy was a member of the Aloha Shrine Club in Honolulu, HI, First Christian Church in Edinburg, the George A. Sentel Masonic Lodge #764, Edgar 829 Decatur Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite in Springfield and the Tri County Shrine Club.

He is survived by his wife, Sandy of Bethany; sons, Larry Bandy of Osage City, KS, and Mark Bandy of Bunnell, FL; daughters, JoAnna (Greg) Davis of Kapaa, HI, and Emily Clark of Sullivan; brothers, Bernard (Donna) Bandy of Springfield and John (Norma Jean) Bandy of Arkansas. Tracy is also survived by 7 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

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