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Introduction to Solon-Telford Funeral Home

Solon-Telford Funeral Home, located at 301 South Park Street, Streator, IL, 61364, has been a pillar of the community for many years, providing compassionate and professional funeral services to families in their time of need. As a family-owned and operated funeral home, they understand the importance of personalized care and attention to detail when saying goodbye to a loved one. In this article, we will delve into the history, services, and facilities of Solon-Telford Funeral Home, highlighting what sets them apart from other funeral homes in the area.

A Brief History of Solon-Telford Funeral Home

Solon-Telford Funeral Home has a rich history that dates back to the early 20th century. Founded by a local family with a passion for serving others, the funeral home has remained committed to its core values of compassion, integrity, and excellence. Over the years, the funeral home has undergone changes and expansions to better serve the growing needs of the community. Today, Solon-Telford Funeral Home is a respected and trusted name in the funeral industry, known for its dedication to providing exceptional service and support to families during difficult times.

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Rosemary C. Walker - May 12, 1928 - August 28, 2021

Departed: 08/28/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Rosemary Catherine Walker, age 93, of Streator passed away peacefully on August 28, 2021 at Heritage Health Therapy and Senior Care Center. A requiem Mass will be held at St. Michael the Archangel Church at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, August 31st with burial immediately following in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Streator. Out of respect for the family, we ask that masks be worn in the church. Pallbearers will be Rosemary’s grandchildren Anne Terrien, Lindsay Driemeyer, Molly Derby, Eileen Chang, Evan Walker and Dylan Walker.

The Solon-Telford Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements, with visitation limited to immediate family.

Born May 12, 1928 in Streator, she was the daughter of Thaddeus M. and Kathleen (Tobin) Woodward. On June 30, 1951, at Immaculate Conception Church she married Ralph Walker, also of Streator.  He preceded her in death on April 14, 1989.

She is survived by her children, Lawrence Walker of Madison, WI, Mary (Rick Terrien) Walker of Pittsburgh, PA, David (Janet) Walker of Streator, and Jeffrey (Kathy) Walker of Williamsburg, VA; seven grandchildren, Benjamin (Emily Hildebrand) Walker of Greenfield, MA, Anne Terrien of Superior, WI, Lindsay (Justin) Driemeyer of San Carlos, CA, Molly (Joseph) Derby, Normal, IL, Eileen (Warren) Chang of Pittsburgh, PA, Evan (Rebecca Fall) Walker of Chicago, IL, and Dylan Walker of Englewood, CO; and seven great-grandchildren, Vaida and Quinn Derby, Wesley and Aurelia Driemeyer, Viola and Ray Walker, and Liberty Chang.

She was also preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, Allen and William Woodward.

Born and raised in Streator, Rosemary attended St. Mary’s Grade School and graduated from Streator Township High School in the class of 1945.

Rosemary attended the College of Saint Teresa in Winona, MN, graduating with a BA in Sociology and Education in 1949. She taught grade school in Clifton, IL from 1949-1951.

She was a member of the former Immaculate Conception Parish and most currently belonged to St. Michael the Archangel Church.

Rosemary served as president of St. Mary’s Parents’ Club. With her husband, Ralph, she taught Pre-Cana classes in marriage preparation at Immaculate Conception Parish, where she also served on the Parish Council.

She was elected to the Streator High School Board and was a longtime substitute teacher at the school.

Rosemary was also elected to the Streator Elementary School Board and the Bruce Township Board of Supervisors.

She was a 25-year member of the Streator Planning Commission.

Rosemary served on numerous religious and nonprofit boards and councils including the College of Saint Teresa Alumni Board, the Diocese of Peoria Bishop’s Council, the Catholic Charities Board, Streator Food Pantry Board, Streator Child Development Center Board, and the Knights of Columbus Auxiliary Board.

Rosemary was a 25-year member of the St. Mary’s Hospital Ladies Auxiliary also serving part of the time as president. She particularly loved her work as a hospice volunteer at the hospital for many years.

She gave years of dedicated service in elected and volunteer positions, never wavering in devotion to her beloved hometown and its people. A faithful daughter of the Church, she was first and foremost a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She will be dearly missed by her family, friends, and community.

The family would like to thank the staff at Heritage Health and Lightways Hospice for their thoughtful, kind, and attentive care of Rosemary for the past two years.

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Carole L. Hagerty - May 24, 1940 - August 26, 2021

Departed: 08/26/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Carole L. Hagerty, 81, of Streator passed away Thursday, August 26, 2021 at O.S.F. St. Joseph Medical Center in Bloomington, Illinois.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday at St. Michael the Archangel Church, Streator.

Visitation will be from 8:30 A.M. until 10:30 A.M. at the Solon-Telford Funeral Home, Streator.

Burial will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park, Streator.  Her grandchildren will serve as honorary pallbearers.

Cremation rites have been accorded.

Facial coverings will be required for all attendees.

Born May 24, 1940 in Streator, she was the daughter of Jack and Lucille (McCormick) Moore.

She is survived by her sons, Michael Hagerty of Streator, Kevin (Nancy) Hagerty of Streator, Tim (Paula) Hagerty of Streator and Christopher (Elizabeth) Hagerty of West Point, Virginia; grandchildren, Kari (Ben) Benning of Streator, Michael (Susan) Hagerty of Oglesby, Patrick (Jessica) Hagerty of Yorkville, Kyle (Lakin) Hagerty of Goodyear, Arizona, Nate Hagerty of Streator, Zachary Hagerty, Haley Hagerty and Brianna Hagerty all of West Point, Virginia; 8 great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews also survive.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Joyce Robertson; and a brother, Robert Moore.

Born and raised in Streator, she attended Plumb School and graduated from Streator High School in the class of 1958.

She worked through the years for the Streator Times-Press as a Business Manager.  At the age of 50 Carole enrolled in the Nursing program at IVCC and became a Registered Nurse.  She worked for St. Mary’s Hospital on the Medical Surgery floor until her retirement in 2006.

She was very active at Engle Lane Theatre through the years acting and directing in many performances.  Her main starring roles were the productions of “Mame” and “The King and I”.

Family was everything for Carole.  After her retirement she enjoyed watching her great granddaughter, Ava, the light of her life.  She will be dearly missed by her loving family.

Memorials may be directed to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

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Patricia Ann Mueller - November 09, 1928 - August 24, 2021

Departed: 08/24/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Patricia Ann Mueller, 92, of Streator passed away Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at Heritage Health Therapy and Senior Care, Streator.

Funeral services will be at 1:30 P.M. Tuesday at the Solon-Telford Funeral Home.

Visitation will be from 11:30 A.M. until 1:30 P.M. Tuesday at the Solon-Telford Funeral Home, Streator.

Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Streator.

Born November 9, 1928 in Streator she was the daughter of Philip and Bertha (Massey) Woll.  The Jesse Massey family was one of the early pioneer families in Streator.

Pat married Leo E. Mueller Jr. on August 29, 1946 at Immaculate Conception Church, Streator by the late Fr. J.J. Cosgrove.  Leo preceded her in death on June 5, 2019.

Pat was a life member of the former Immaculate Conception Church and currently belonged to St. Michael the Archangel Church.  She attended St. Mary’s Grade School and graduated from Streator High School.

She began working at Woolworth’s at the age of 14, the first year of WW II.  She later worked for Hills Bros., Goslin’s and Kristal’s Dress Shop.

As the years passed, Pat and Leo became parents of 10 children, Leo (Linda) Mueller of Sheffield, IL, Kathleen (Ronald deceased) Ward of Streator, Jerrilynn Kallas of Streator, Philip (Debbie) Mueller of Arizona, Daniel (Deborah) Mueller of Streator, Mary Ellen (Peter) Getchell Alexander of Michigan, Patrick (Evilin) Mueller of Streator, Edward (Teri) Mueller of Arizona, Christian (Janet) of Wisconsin and Michael Mueller of Streator.

As her children grew, she once again began to work outside the home.  She worked at St. Mary’s Hospital for 8 years on the Medical/Surgery floor and always said those were wonderful years.  Our mother was a born caregiver.

Pat’s mom (Grandma Woll) passed on the love of reading and traveling.  She loved the Harry Potter series but especially her Westerns.  Louis L’Amour was her favorite author.

In their travels, their “hi-de-ho", as they would refer to it, was Jackson Hole, Wyoming.  Jackson Lake was a favorite spot for their boating and fishing excursions.  Many family members and friends joined them over the 30 plus years at Jackson Hole.  They also enjoyed their trips to Europe, visiting all 11 countries while the Berlin Wall was still dividing Germany.  They also traveled to London and Italy on two shorter trips.

Pat also loved music and was a great dancer.  She was in many clubs throughout the years.  Her favorite club of 35 years was her craft club that she shared with her older friends.  She also enjoyed Bridge and Solitaire.

Pat, our mom, enjoyed life.  She had so many friends we could never keep up with them.  Mom always said that she wanted to live long enough to see her great-grandchildren and to vote one more time.

She had 24 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.  She is the last of her immediate family.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; granddaughter Christina M. Kallas; grandson, Ted Kallas; her twin sisters in infancy; brother Phil and his wife Vera and their children, Teresa and Philip “Buster” Jr; sisters and brothers-in-law, Evelyn and Frank Coveny and Kathleen and Vincent Halm; sister and brother-in-law, Marilyn and Wayne Ohligschlager; sister-in-law, Adrienne Flynn; and sons-in-law, Ron Ward and John Getchell.

We will miss you mom!  She has always looked forward to seeing her Mom and Dad again and this gives us great comfort.

Memorials may be directed to St. Jude’s Hospital for children.

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George R. Elko - February 23, 1941 - August 19, 2021

Departed: 08/19/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: George R. Elko, 80, of Streator passed away Thursday, August 19, 2021 at Parker Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Streator.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 A.M. Monday at the St. Michael the Archangel Church, Streator.

Visitation will be from 9-10:30 A.M. Monday at the Solon-Telford Funeral Home, Streator.

Burial will be in St. Stephen’s Cemetery, Streator.  Cremation rites will be accorded following the services.

Born February 23, 1941 in Streator, he was the son of George and Susan (Bresney) Elko, Sr.  He married Patricia M. Harmon on December 28, 1963 at St. Patrick’s Church in Ottawa.  She preceded him in death on April 24, 2020.

He is survived by a son, Clint (Carrie) Elko of El Paso; grandchildren, Tiffany (Jeff) Good of Ankeny, Iowa, Kaitlyn (Jon Reynolds) Elko of Ottawa, Ryan Collins of Ottawa, Kaylee Elko of East Peoria, Noah Smith and Asa Smith of El Paso; a great granddaughter, Ava Good; nieces and nephews also survive.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; sons, Darren Elko and Shane Elko; sisters, Genevieve Matsko, Mary Ann Eccleston and Georgene Gahm; and brothers, Raymond, Richard and John Kutches.

He was a member of the former St. Stephen’s Church and currently belonged to St. Michael the Archangel Church.  He also belonged to the Msgr. George A. Dzuryo Knights of Columbus Council # 790.

He worked for Owens Illinois Glass Company as a Machine Operator for many years until his retirement.

He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bears and Notre Dame Football.  He also loved taking trips to watch his favorite teams with his kids and friends.

Memorials may be directed to St. Michael the Archangel Church or the St. Michael Cemetery Association. You may leave a condolence for the family at www.solontelford.com

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Margaret A. Lopeman - October 09, 1926 - August 17, 2021

Departed: 08/17/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Margaret A. Lopeman, 94, of Kirkland, Washington and formerly of Streator passed away peacefully Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at Aegis Lodge in Kirkland, Washington.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, August 30, 2021 at the Solon-Telford Funeral Home, Streator.

Visitation will be from 9-10 A.M. Monday, August 30, 2021 at the Solon-Telford Funeral Home, Streator.

Burial will be in St. Stephen’s Cemetery, Streator.

Born October 9, 1926 in Streator she was the daughter of Andrew J. and Julia E. (Yarusinksy) Pastor.  She married Howard E. Lopeman on June 28, 1948 at St. Stephen’s Church, Streator.  He preceded her in death on February 8, 2015.

Several nieces and nephews survive.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Howard E. Lopeman; sisters, Mary Sudoma and Ann Crawford; and brothers, John and Andrew Pastor.

Born and raised in Streator, she attended St. Stephens’s grade school and Streator Township High School.

She was a lifelong member of the former St. Stephen’s Church and currently belonged to St. Michael the Archangel Parish in Streator.

Margie loved gardening and decorating her home for the holidays.  She and her late husband Howard were a diehard motor racing fans and enjoyed going to the races and watching them on TV.

Memorials may be directed to the charity of the donor’s choice. You may leave a condolence for the family at www.solontelford.com

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Frances E. Higdon - May 08, 1935 - August 15, 2021

Departed: 08/15/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Frances “Frannie” E. Higdon of Streator was a passionate baker and very caring wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend.  Frances left this world on Sunday, August 15, 2021 at O.S.F. St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Ottawa at age 86.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 A.M. Friday at St. Michael the Archangel Church, Streator.  Msgr. Philip Halfacre will officiate.

Visitation will be from 4-7 P.M. Thursday at the Solon-Telford Funeral Home, Streator.  The rosary will be recited at 6:45 P.M.

Burial will be in St. Stephen’s Cemetery, Streator.  Pallbearers will be sons in law, Pat Hatzer, Dave Pearson and Kirk Drapp; grandsons, Jack Pearson and Riley Drapp; and her godson, Jimmy Harcar.

Born May 8, 1935 in Streator, she was the daughter of Thomas Harcar and Anna (Lesak) Harcar. It was in Streator she met, fell in love and married Kentucky charmer Oral T. Higdon on September 20, 1955.

She is survived by her husband Oral T. Higdon of Streator; daughters, Aggie (Pat) Hatzer of Streator, Veronica Higdon of Ottawa, Mary (Kirk) Drapp of Naperville and Laurie (Dave) Pearson of Bloomington; a son, Paul Higdon of Streator; grandchildren, Michelle (Ry) Whittington, Meghan (Chris) Krzan, Abby, Emmy and Jackson Pearson; Riley and Ali Drapp; great grandchildren, Emmett, Atticus and Oliver Whittington; Cole and Callie Krzan; a sister, Mary Ann Woodward of Bloomington; a brother, James Harcar of Streator; several nieces and nephews also survive.

She was preceded in death by her parents Thomas Harcar and Anna (Lesak) Harcar; a son, Oral Higdon Jr.; a grandson, Tanner Shepard; sisters, Ann Beckom and Agnes Hornick; brothers, Thomas Jr., Joseph, Michael, William and Andrew Harcar; and sister in laws: Rose Harcar, Maria Harcar and Ann Harcar.

Born and raised in Streator, she attended St. Stephen’s School and graduated from Streator High School in the class of 1953.

Before starting her family, she worked for Thatcher’s Glass Company and Owens Illinois Glass.  Later she held the role of bookkeeper for Harcar Brothers Construction for many years.

Above all, Frances loved God. She was a member of the former St. Stephen’s Church and supported the Altar and Rosary Society of the church where she served as President and worked tirelessly supporting the church through bake sale fundraisers, rummage sales and hosting the annual Priest luncheon.  Currently she belonged to St. Michael the Archangel Church.  It wasn’t uncommon to see Frances wearing an apron covered in flour with a baking pin in her hand rolling out her beloved rozek.  Baking was a passion rooted in her Slovak heritage and will forever be her legacy.

Memorials may be directed to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

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Rosemary Johnson - September 28, 1927 - August 14, 2021

Departed: 08/14/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Rosemary Johnson, 93, of Long Point passed away Saturday, August 14, 2021 at Heritage Health Therapy and Senior Care in Streator.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at St. Michael the Archangel Church, Streator.

Visitation will be from 9:00 A.M. until 10:30 A.M. Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at the Solon-Telford Funeral Home, Streator.

Burial will be in St. Casimir’s Cemetery, Streator.  Cremation rites have been accorded.

Born September 28, 1927 in Streator she was the daughter of George and Bridget (Price) Delheimer.  She married Irwin Johnson on April 12, 1947 at St. Joseph’s Church in Cornell.  He preceded her in death.

She is survived by children, Richard (Shun Berry) Johnson of Schaumburg, Susan (Thomas) Kovacs of Schaumburg and Valerie (Kevin) Gray of Long Point; grandchildren, Erin (Andre) Braxton, Dustin (Amal Shaar) Johnson, Megan Kovacs, Christopher (Abby) Zeimetz, Dallas (Serena Tyler) Gray, Niki (RJ) Zborowski, Robert Gray and Todd Gray; great grandchildren, Devin Gray, Daltin Austin, Addy Gray, Nolan Gray and Joey Zborowski.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her children, John “Jak” Johnson and Kristine Johnson-Zeimetz; sisters, Ruth Guditis and Helen Pleasant; and brothers, Raymond, Walter, Cletus, George and Bernard Delheimer.

She attended Cornell Grade School and graduated from Cornell High School in the class of 1945.

In the early years she worked for Streator National Bank, Valley View Restaurant as the manager and as the head cook for Cornell Grade School.  She later managed the Lab at St. Mary’s Hospital retiring in 1990.

Through the years she was a member of St. Joseph’s Church in Cornell, St. Casimir’s Church and currently belonged to St. Michael the Archangel Church.  She was also a member of the Altar and Rosary Society of her church.

She lived in Cornell until 2006 when she moved to El Paso until 2016 when she moved to Long Point.

Rosemary enjoyed playing cards, golfing, entertaining her lab gang, watching the Bears and was an avid reader. She loved being with her family and friends.

Memorials may be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association or to a charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences may be left for the family at www.solontelford.com

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Gerald R. Grube - November 15, 1940 - August 12, 2021

Departed: 08/12/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Gerald R. Grube, 80, of Streator passed away Thursday, August 12, 2021 at O.S. F. St. James Medical Center in Pontiac.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday at St. Michael the Archangel Church, Streator.  Msgr. Philip Halfacre will officiate.

Visitation will be from 9-11 A.M. Wednesday at St. Michael the Archangel Church, Streator.

Burial will be in St. Anthony Cemetery, Streator.  The family requests that facial coverings be worn by everyone attending the services at the church.

Born November 15, 1940 in Pontiac he was the son of Morris Richard and Mary (Leskanich) Grube.  He married Irene Koprowski on June 3, 1961 at St. Stephen’s Church in Streator.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Irene Grube of Streator; daughters, Susan (Detlef) Rothe of Darmstadt, Germany and Kerri (Theodore) Mather of Teaneck, New Jersey; a son, Mark Joseph (Kristen) Grube of Chicago; grandchildren, Alexandra Rothe of Leipzig, Germany, Axel (Lisa Marie) Rothe of Leipzig, Germany, Benjamin Mather of Teaneck, New Jersey and Ruby Mather of Tucson, Arizona; sisters, Linda Grube of Streator and Mary Beth (James) Sabino of Morris; sister in law, Carol (Steve) Shields of Dwight and a very dear family friend, Joyce Bianchi of Streator.

He was preceded in death by his parents; mother and father in law, Stanley and Irene Koprowski; and brother and sister in law, Joseph and Marlene Mattis.

He attended St. Anthony Grade School and graduated from Streator High School in the class of 1958.

He worked through the years for Anthony Company, ARCO Concrete and Jero Black.  He later worked for Caterpillar in Pontiac for 22 years until his retirement.

He was a member of the former St. Anthony Church and currently belonged to St. Michael the Archangel Church.

He was a member of the Msgr. George A. Dzuryo Knights of Columbus Council # 790, Streator Lions Club, Streator Elk’s Club and United Commercial Travelers.  He enjoyed boating along with his family through the years and belonged to the Vermillion Boat Club where he served as the treasurer.

Jerry was involved with Streator Youth Baseball through the years coaching his son’s team to 3 consecutive City Championships.

Memorials may be directed to St. Michael the Archangel School, Guardian Angel Outreach or St. Vincent DePaul Society.

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Robert J. Seaman - January 31, 1926 - August 08, 2021

Departed: 08/08/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Robert J. Seaman 95 of Streator died Sunday evening (August 8, 2021) at his home.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 AM Friday at St. Michael the Archangel Church, Streator with Farther Austin Bosse, officiating. Visitation will be from 9:00-11:00 AM Friday at St. Michael the Archangel Church.  Burial with full military rites conducted by members of American Legion Post # 217 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post # 1492 will be in St. Stephen’s Cemetery. The Solon-Telford Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Seaman was born January 31, 1926 in Streator, the son of Thomas and Margaret (Kutcha) Seaman. He married Elizabeth “Betty” Lutz, May 1, 1954 in Wenona. She survives.

Bob owned and operated Seaman Construction in the Streator area for many years prior to retirement. He was a member of St. Michael the Archangel Church, Knights of Columbus, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post # 1492 and the Elks Lodge. He was a veteran of WWII serving in the US Navy.

He is survived by his wife Betty; two sons, William (Linda) Seaman of Streator and Gerald (Kim) Seaman of Streator; grandchildren Brian, Tim, and Patrick Seaman and Elizabeth Harms; and great-grandchildren Autumn, Keiri Seaman and Ivy Harms.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Dorothy Frandsen.

Pallbearers will be grandsons Brian, Tim, and Patrick Seaman; granddaughter Elizabeth Harms and Harold Herzog and Tom Wisler.

Memorials may be directed to the charity of the donor’s choice.

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Rodney D. Robinson - December 02, 1954 - August 03, 2021

Departed: 08/03/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Rodney D. Robinson Sr., 66, of Streator passed away Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at O.S.F. St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

Funeral services will be at 3:00 P.M. Friday at the Solon-Telford Funeral Home, Streator.

Visitation will be from 1:00 P.M. until 3:00 P.M. Friday at the funeral home.

Cremation rites have been accorded and private burial will be held at a later date in Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, Illinois.

Born December 2, 1954 in Pittsfield he was the son of Harlen and Shelby (Coultas) Robinson.  He married Linda M. Randles on December 2, 2008.  She preceded him in death November 29, 2018.

He is survived by sons, Rodney Robinson II of Streator and William (Nicole) Robinson of Streator; a daughter, Bambi (Robert) Hall of Cookeville, Tennessee; his mother, Shelby Robinson of Romeoville; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; sisters, Kimberly Schmitt of Romeoville and Janice Robinson of Romeoville; brothers, Wayne (Della) Robinson of Joliet, Brett Robinson of Frankfort and Adam Robinson of Frankfort; numerous nieces and nephews also survive.

He was preceded in death by his father and his wife.

Rodney was raised in the Joliet/Plainfield area and attended Plainfield grade schools and Plainfield High School.

He served in the United States Marine Corps during Viet Nam.  He later served in the United States Army National Guard.

He worked through the years for A & R Security and Pyramid Cabinets.

He was a member of the American Legion.

Memorials may be directed to the family of Rodney Robinson, Sr. Condolences may be left for the family at www.solontelford.com

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Mary Henderson - September 19, 1926 - July 31, 2021

Departed: 07/31/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Mary Henderson, 94, passed away Saturday, (July 31, 2021) at Heritage Health in Streator.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday at Solon-Telford Funeral Home, with Reverend Anne Ferguson, officiating.  Visitation will be from 9:00-11:00 AM Wednesday at Solon-Telford Funeral Home.  Burial will at Hillcrest Memorial Park Cemetery.

Mary was born on September 19, 1926 in Sedalia, Missouri, the daughter of Frank and Hazel Schmitz.  She married Maurice Henderson on April 26, 1946 in Lostant, Illinois. He survives.  Earlier this year they celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary at Heritage Health in Streator.

Mary’s favorite job was being a mother and then a grandmother.  She operated a beauty shop in her home for 28 years.  We will miss her smile and love.

She is survived by her husband, Maurice Henderson of Streator; one daughter, Patricia Henderson of Streator; son, Robert (Mary) Henderson of Pekin; son, Terry (Kay) Henderson of Geneseo; son, Michael M. (Marcia) of Las Vegas, Nevada; a brother John Schmitz; nine grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a grandson Scott, and two brothers and two sisters.

Pallbearers will be Michael J. Henderson, Ryan Henderson, Daniel Henderson, Zachary Henderson, David Reed, Kevin Reed, and honorary pallbearers, Robbie Henderson and Trey Stillwell.

Memorials may be made to the Elks Crippled Children’s Fund.

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Ronald R Crawford - May 12, 1934 - July 31, 2021

Departed: 07/31/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Ronald R. “Auger” Crawford 87 of Streator died Saturday (July 31, 2021) evening at a private care home in Streator.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday at Solon-Telford Funeral Home, Streator. Visitation will be from 9:00-11:00 AM Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Streator.

Mr. Crawford was born May 12, 1934 in Kangley, the son of Charles Russell and Merle E. (MacIntyre) Crawford.

Ron had been employed at Owens-Illinois Glass Co. Streator, for 50 years retiring in 2002.

He was an avid race car enthusiast, having owned and driven his own car on tracks in the area. He is survived by three sons, David (Paula) Crawford, Coal City, Mark Crawford, Streator, Richard (Tricia) Crawford, Rayne, Louisiana, one daughter, Galynn Muller, Ottawa, 20 grandchildren, 45 great grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, one sister, Charlene Anderson, Palalto, California, one daughter-in-law Lisa Crawford, Channahon, one sister-in-law, Diane Crawford, Huntington Beach California.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Randy Crawford, two grandchildren, Matthew Crawford and Jordan Yedinak, two brothers, Dale and Gary Crawford.

Pallbearers will be grandsons, Chris and Rick DeRossett, Ryan, Shane and Adam Crawford and Cody Yedinak.

Memorials may be directed to the charity of the donor’s choice.

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Neal Rankin - Unknown - July 29, 2021

Departed: 07/29/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Neal W. Rankin, 86, of Streator died unexpectedly Thursday (July 29, 2021) in Bloomington.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Monday at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Streator, with Rev. Bill Callister, officiating. Visitation will be from 9:00-11:00 AM Monday at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Burial with full military rites, conducted by members of American Legion Post # 217 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post # 1492 will be in Riverview Cemetery, Streator. The Solon-Telford Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Rankin was born September 2, 1934 in Streator the son of Walter and Alice (Van Namee) Rankin. He married Carole Orban, July 12, 1959 in Streator. She survives.

Neal and his father had operated Rankin Delivery and Chair Rental and he later retired from General Electric in Marseilles in 1994.

Neal was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Ducks Unlimited, the NRA and a founding member of McGrath’s 40 Duck Club. Neal was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved to relive his experiences in story form. He attended Streator schools and was a graduate of Streator High School, class of 1952. Neal served in the US Army during the Korean War.

He is survived by his wife, Carole Rankin of Streator, one daughter, Kay (Rob) Scamen, Graniteville, S. Carolina, one son, Kurt (Lorena) Rankin, Springboro, Ohio, two granddaughters, Rachel (Dave) Curtis and Ally Lewber, two grandsons, Casey and Spencer Scamen, two great granddaughters, Leila and Kiah Scamen, also surviving is a sister, Marcia (Cory) Schmillen, Toluca.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother-in-law, Leo Orban Jr.

Pallbearers will be family and friends.

Neal was a good husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, and great grandfather.  He loved his family very much and will be dearly missed.

Memorials may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran wall fund, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society or to the donor’s choice.

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Elmer M. Roy - November 11, 1924 - July 22, 2021

Departed: 07/22/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Elmer M. Roy, 96, of Bloomington and formerly Downers Grove passed away Thursday, July 22, 2021 at Heritage Health Therapy and Senior Care in Bloomington.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, July 31, 2021 at the St. Stephen’s Cemetery Chapel, Streator.

Visitation will be from 10:30 A.M. until the time of services on Saturday, July 31, 2021 at the St. Stephen’s Cemetery Chapel.

Burial will be in St. Stephen’s Cemetery, Streator.  Full military rites will be accorded by members of the Leslie G. Woods American Legion Post 217 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1492.

The Solon Telford Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Born November 11, 1924 in Streator he was the son of Michael and Mary (Pavlik) Roy.  He married Beatrice Mudrock on June 10,1949.  She preceded him in death on June 13, 2016.

He is survived by a daughter, Mary (William) Fitzgerald of Bloomington; grandchildren, William (Lindsay) Fitzgerald IV of Northbrook, Patrick (Lauren) Fitzgerald of Normal and Margaret Fitzgerald of Denver, Colorado.  Elmer and his family were related to the Roy’s, Mudrock’s, Mehock’s and Gmelich’s in the Streator area.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; his son, Roger Roy; sisters, Ann Roy, Mary Mehock and Louise Gmelich; and brothers, Michael, John, Albert and Andrew Roy.

Born and raised in Streator he attended local grade schools and graduated from Streator High School.

He served in the United States Army Air Corps during WW II.  He served in the Philippines and Japan.

Elmer lived most of his life and raised his family in Downers Grove.  He moved to Bloomington in 2016 along with his son to be close to his family.

He worked for over 30 years for AT&T as an Associate Engineer.

Elmer was an avid golfer through the years even taking trips to Scotland for golf. Condolences may be left for the family at www.solontelford.com

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James L. Walker - November 05, 1938 - July 19, 2021

Departed: 07/19/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: James L. Walker, 82, of Streator passed away Monday, July 19, 2021 at Pleasant View in Ottawa.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 A.M. Monday at Central Church of Christ in Streator.  Rev. Tony Ross will officiate.

Visitation will be from 9-11 A.M. Monday at the church.

Burial will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park, Streator.  Full military rites will be accorded by the members of the Leslie G. Woods American Legion Post 217 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1492.  Pallbearers will be Paul Walker, Jeremy Walker, Gene Aguire, Steven Stalcup, David Wilton, David Lawless, Christopher Walker, Thomas Walker and James Lawrence Walker.

The Solon-Telford Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Born November 5, 1938 in Springfield, Tennessee, he was the son of Hubert and Mildred (Lane) Walker.  He married Shelley A. Walker on June 12, 1971 at the First Baptist Church in Streator.

He is survived by his wife, Shelley Walker of Streator; a son, Joel (Tara) Walker of Sherwood, Wisconsin; daughters, Allison (David) Wilton of Lafayette, Colorado, and Pamela Walker-Aranda of Texas; grandchildren, Norah, Margot, Gideon, Violet, Elias, Jenny, Gene and Anthony James; and a sister, Rosemary (William) Wolfe of Florida.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his step-father, Michael Elko; a brother, Glenn Walker and his sister, Betty Griffin.

Jim grew up in Detroit and attended Detroit grade schools, Aero Mechanics High School, and William Tyndale College.

He served in the United States Air Force, having spent time on Okinawa, Japan during his time in the service.

He worked early on as an Air Traffic Controller at the U of I Willard Airport in Champaign.  He later served with Wycliffe Bible Translators for 20 years.  Seventeen of those years were spent in Brazil in government relations.  After returning from Brazil, he worked for Streator Dependable Manufacturing until his retirement.

Jim was passionate in his love for his heavenly Father and his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and for God’s Word, the Bible.  He loved being outdoors where he could enjoy the beauty of God’s creation.  Jim was also a licensed pilot holding a commercial certificate.  He cherished his relationships – his wife, his children, and grandchildren, as well as his friends.

Memorials may be directed to the Wycliffe Bible Translators, Central Church of Christ (Streator) or Prairie Creek Fellowship (Streator).

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Gregory G. McAllister - March 21, 1944 - July 18, 2021

Departed: 07/18/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Gregory G. McAllister, 77, of Ottawa passed away Sunday, July 18, 2021 at Ottawa Pavilion in Ottawa, Illinois.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 A.M. Saturday at the Solon-Telford Funeral Home, Streator.

Visitation will be from 9-11 A.M. Saturday at the funeral home.

Burial will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park, Streator. Pallbearers will be Bob “Willy” Williamson, Jim Cantrell, Kyle Cantrell, Aaron Flatt, Greg McAllister and Earl McAllister. Full military rites will be accorded by members of the Leslie G. Woods American Legion Post 217 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1492.

Born March 21, 1944 in Streator he was the son of George and Marilyn (Pile) McAllister.

He is survived by his brother, Earl (Ronna) McAllister of Streator; a sister, Sharon (Tom) Casey of Streator; many nieces and nephews also survive.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and his grandparents, Enos and Edna Pile and Marie McAllister.

He was born and raised in Streator and attended Streator grade schools and graduated from Streator High School in the class of 1963.  He worked for Owens Illinois Glass Company before being drafted in the United States Army in October of 1966.  He spent a year in Vietnam from September 1967 until September 1968 before being honorably discharged in October of 1968.  He then spent 32 years working for GE Plastics in Ottawa.

Memorials may be directed to the Illinois Veteran’s Home in LaSalle.

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Elisa M. Pavlick - June 15, 1964 - July 17, 2021

Departed: 07/17/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Elisa M. Pavlick, 57, of Streator passed away Saturday, July 17, 2021 at her residence in Streator.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 A.M. Thursday at the Solon-Telford Funeral Home, Streator.

Visitation will be from 9-11 A.M. Thursday at the funeral home.

Burial will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park at a later date.  Cremation rites have been accorded.

Born June 15, 1964 in Streator, she was the daughter of George and Evelyn “Joanne” (Lahman) Pavlick.

She is survived by her mother and father, George and Evelyn “Joanne” Pavlick; brothers, David (Tammy) Pavlick of Streator and Richard Pavlick of Streator; nephew, David (Rae) Pavlick of LaGrange Park; her beloved golden doodle, Mulligan; her very best friends that she considered sisters, Dena, Melissa, Lisa, Jennifer and Mary Kay; and her best friend and co-worker, Sherry Salaz.

She was preceded in death by a brother John in infancy; maternal grandparents, David and Maxine Lahman; paternal grandparents, Edward and Emma Pavlick; and her puppy, Bailey.

Born and raised in Streator, she attended Eagle School and Streator High School.

She owned and operated EM Pavlick Tax Service and was currently working for Vactor Manufacturing.

She was a member of the former St. Stephen’s Church and currently belonged to St. Michael the Archangel Church.

Memorials may be directed to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

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Elmer S. Garrison - March 15, 1935 - July 13, 2021

Departed: 07/13/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Elmer S. “Bunky” Garrison, 86, of Streator passed away Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at Ottawa Pavilion in Ottawa.

Funeral services will be at 12:00 P.M. Monday at the Solon-Telford Funeral Home, Streator.  Rev. Caleb Suydam will officiate.

Visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. until 12:00 P.M. Monday at the funeral home.

Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Streator.  Family members will serve as pallbearers.

Born March 15, 1935 in Forrest he was the son of Elmer and Aulta (Kiest) Garrison.  He married Marolyn J. Hansen on December 31, 1955. She preceded him in death on January 14, 2021.

He is survived by sons, Mark (Judy) Garrison of Streator, Doug Garrison of Catawba, North Carolina and Paul (Chris) Garrison of Streator; grandchildren, Zach Garrison of Streator, Jessica (Phillip) Closner of North Carolina, Stuart Garrison of North Carolina, Madilynn Mahaffey of Streator and Nick Flynn of Peoria several nieces and nephews also survive; sisters, Carole (Larry) Cain of Ottawa, Judith Mclennan of Ottawa, Nancy (Lafayette) Price of Broughton and Cherilyn (David) Wujek of Galesburg; and a sister in law, Dolores Garrison of Barstow, California.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; siblings and spouses, Ruth and Don Clippinger, Verneal (Betty) Garrison, Zella Garrison, Merle (Gertrude) Garrison, Robert (Eileen) Garrison, Marilyn June (William) Barth, Marcia (Kent) Crouch and Russell Garrison; and a brother in law, Robert Mclennan.

Born in Forrest, Illinois he was raised in Ottawa and attended Ottawa schools and Ottawa High School.

He worked for Owens Illinois Glass Company for over 50 years until his retirement.

He was a member of the Park Presbyterian Church, Streator Moose Lodge, Streator Elk’s Club and the Streator Eagles Club.

Elmer and his wife Marolyn enjoyed dancing through the years.

Family was the most important thing to him.  He loved following his grandchildren in their various sports and activities. He will be dearly missed by his loving family.

Memorials may be directed to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

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Elizabeth J. Dickey - November 01, 1927 - July 12, 2021

Departed: 07/12/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Elizabeth J. “Betty” Dickey, 93, of Streator passed away Monday, July 12, 2021 at Heritage Health Therapy and Senior Care in Streator.

Private burial will be held at Hillcrest Memorial Park, Streator.  The Solon-Telford Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Born November 1, 1927 in Streator she was the daughter of Fred and Phoebe (Noonan) Rizzo.  She married Alvin K. “Mort” Dickey on November 12, 1972. He preceded her in death on February 18, 2012.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Rosalie Gaydos; and sons, Fred Gaydos and Stephen Gaydos.

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George Plesko Jr. - August 04, 1930 - July 12, 2021

Departed: 07/12/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: George Plesko Jr., 90, of Streator passed away Monday, July 12, 2021 at Heritage Health Therapy and Senior Care, Streator.

Private interment services will be held at Riverview Cemetery.  The Solon-Telford Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Born August 4, 1930 in Streator he was the son of George and Anna (Handzo) Plesko.

He is survived by a brother, Ronald (Mary Ann) Plesko of Streator; numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews also survive.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Philip Plesko; and sisters, Sally Winebriner, Rose Ramme and Marion Gotch.

Born and raised in Streator he attended Wilson School and Streator High School.

He served in the United States Navy.

He worked through the years for Anthony Company and later Vactor Manufacturing from where he retired.

He was a lifetime member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Streator.

Memorials may be directed to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

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Anna T. Harcar - April 09, 1933 - July 11, 2021

Departed: 07/11/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Anna T. Harcar, 88, of Streator passed away Sunday, July 11, 2021 at Heritage Health Therapy and Senior Care in Streator.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 12:00 P.M. Friday at St. Michael the Archangel Church, Streator.  Fr. Austin Bosse will officiate.

Visitation will be from 4-7 P.M. Thursday at the Solon-Telford Funeral Home, Streator.  The rosary will be recited at 6:45 P.M.

Burial will be in St. Stephen’s Cemetery, Streator.  Pallbearers will be grandsons, Jeffrey Harcar Jr., Michael Copeland, Wilson Copeland, Thomas Harcar and Joe Urbanec; great grandson, Michael Wendorf; and a son in law, William W. Copeland.

Born April 9, 1933 in Streator she was the daughter of John and Anna (Zelenak) Fialko.  She married William T. Harcar Sr. on July 16, 1953.   He preceded her in death in 1995.

She is survived by a daughter, Julie (William W.) Copeland of Streator; sons, William T. Harcar Jr., of Streator and Jeffrey (Debbie) Harcar of Streator; grandchildren, Michael, Jacqueline and Wilson Copeland all of Streator; Sarah (Joe) Urbanec of Streator, Jessica (Brian) Sherman of Blackstone, Jeffrey (Carla Balkazar) Harcar of Streator, Thomas Harcar of Ottawa and Rose (Ben) Borrowman of Forsyth; great grandchildren, Addison, Makenna and Elliana Urbanec; Gabriella Harcar, Kaylee and Kynzlee Jerde; Wesley and Remmy Copeland, Michael Wendorf and Landon Sherman.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a son, Gary Harcar; an infant daughter, Mary; brothers, John, Joseph, Bernard Fialko; sisters, Marcella “Jean” Green, Mary Samek, Dorothy Lenniger, Betty Sramek and Louise Johnson.

Born and raised in Streator she attended St. Stephen’s Grade School and Streator High School.

She worked for Owens Illinois Glass Company for over 30 years retiring in 1994.

She was a member of the former St. Stephen’s Church and currently belonged to St. Michael the Archangel Church.

She was a member of the VFW and K of C Auxiliaries through the years.

Memorials may be directed to the charity of the donor’s choice.

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Lora J Landrum - February 02, 1943 - July 07, 2021

Departed: 07/07/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Lora J. Landrum, 78, of rural Streator passed away Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at O.S.F. St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Streator with Rev. John Gutz, officiating. Visitation will be from 4:00-7:00 PM Wednesday at the Solon-Telford Funeral Home, Streator. Additional visitation will be from 9:00-10:00 AM Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Resthaven Memorial Gardens, Mattoon. Family members will serve as pallbearers.

Mrs. Landrum was born February 2, 1943 in Mattoon, the daughter of Harry and Viola (Weber) Wetzel. She married John W. Landrum; he preceded her in death on January 3, 2012.

Lora is survived by one daughter, Stacey (Steve) Dunn, San Antonio, Texas, three sons, Scott (Juli) Huffman, Streator, Eric Huffman, Streator and Will (Sarah) Landrum, Grand Ridge, eight grandchildren, Zachary, Nicholas and Abigail Huffman, Brittany Florea, Andrew Dunn, Gabriel Huffman, John and Megan Landrum, two brothers, Paul Wetzel, Charleston and Norman (Suzanne) Wetzel, Mattoon and a special friend, Margie Kreier, Streator.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two daughters, Suzanne and Theresa Huffman, a grandson Paul Landrum and a sister, Doris Ann Tague.

She had been the owner of a beauty shop in Seneca. Lora was very active in Republican Politics, having served on the LaSalle County Republican Committee and as an Eagle Township Trustee. She was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Streator.

Memorials may be made to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church.

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Loren S. Corell Jr. - December 09, 1935 - July 07, 2021

Departed: 07/07/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Loren S. Corell, Jr., 85, passed away Wednesday, July 7, at his home in Ballwin, Missouri. He is survived by his wife and soul-mate, Sharon (Liptak) Corell; daughters Judy (Jim) Stumpf of St. Charles, Missouri, Linda (Steve Farlow) Corell of San Francisco, and Lori Grassman of Denton, Texas; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law Kay (Jack) Corell of Omaha, Nebraska, and Janine (Joseph) Petric of Morris, Illinois; brothers-in-law David (Diane) Liptak of Bloomington, Illinois, and Brian (Angie) Liptak of Wauconda, Illinois; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Loren S. Corell, Sr., and Frieda (Janke) Hoge, brother Jack Corell of Omaha, Nebraska, and sisters Barb Alderson of Salem, Oregon, and Donna Mackey of Bolivar, Missouri.

Loren served as a corpsman in the U.S. Navy from 1953 to 1955, assigned to Camp Pendleton, California. He was a member of St. Clare of Assisi Church where he sang in the church’s former choir for 12 years.

A lifelong artist, Loren ran his own graphic design and fine art studio for nearly 60 years. He sold his paintings in various galleries and at art fairs throughout the Midwest. People from La Jolla, California, to Danbury, Connecticut, currently enjoy his work. Loren lived to paint. He spent time in his studio every day until his declining health prevented him from continuing in late 2020.

Loren was a great storyteller and friend to everyone. His smile will be missed.

Visitation will be from 4:00-8:00 PM Sunday (July 11, 2021) at Schrader Funeral Home, 14960 Manchester Road, Ballwin, Missouri. His funeral Mass will be at St. Clare of Assisi Church, 15642 Clayton Road, Ellisville, Missouri, on Monday.

Visitation will also be held from 10:00 AM-Noon Wednesday at Solon-Telford Funeral Home, Streator followed by graveside services at St. Stephen’s Cemetery with full military rites will be accorded by members of American Legion Post 217 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1492.

Memorials may be made to Masterworks Chorale, PO Box 8374, Belleville, Illinois, 62222; Immaculate Conception School, 505 E. North Street, Morris, Illinois, 60450; Greater St. Louis Honor Flight, 8050 Watson Road, Ste. 240, St. Louis, Missouri, 63119; or another preferred charity.

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Mary L. Redmen - July 06, 1921 - June 30, 2021

Departed: 06/30/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Mary L. Redmen, 99, of Streator passed away Wednesday, June 30, 2021 at Heritage Health Therapy and Senior Care, Streator.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday at the Solon-Telford Funeral Home, Streator.  Rev. Anne Ferguson will officiate.

Visitation will be from 9:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Cremation rites will be accorded following the services.

Burial will be in Grand Ridge Cemetery at a later date.

Born July 6, 1921 in Streator she was the daughter of John and Mary (Staver) Noonan.  She married Samuel L. Redmen on September 27, 1945 in Louisville, Kentucky.  He preceded her in death on May 16, 2008.

She is survived by a daughter, Lynne Amenda of Streator; sons, Randy Redmen of Ottawa, Dale Redmen of Varna and Gene Redmen; 2 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a brother, John “Jack” Noonan and her son in law, Mark Amenda.

Born and raised in Streator she attended Streator grades schools and graduated from Streator High School in 1938.  She later attended Browns Business School.

Through the years she worked as a secretary for Streator Brick and Elmer Mohan Law Offices.  She later worked for Oakland Park and Northlawn schools in the cafeteria.  She also worked for Woody’s Drive-In and Guzzardo’s Hallmark.

She was a lifetime member of the First United Methodist Church in Streator.  She was a member of the Methodist Women and served as the secretary.  She was also a member of the Garden Club and served as the treasurer.  Through the years she volunteered as a Girl Scout leader and also was the President of Streator’s Girl Scouts.

Memorials may be directed to Evergreen Place.

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Norman E. Sedlock - November 04, 1959 - June 30, 2021

Departed: 06/30/2021 (Streator)

Obituary Preview: Norman E. Sedlock, 61, of Streator passed away Wednesday, June 30, 2021 at his sister’s home in Streator surrounded by his loving family.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 A.M. Monday at the Praise Center Church in Ottawa.  Rev. Raymond Mitchell will officiate.

Visitation will be from 9-11 A.M. Monday at the church.  Pallbearers will be his brothers, Daniel Sedlock Jr. and Bill Sedlock; brothers-in-law, Lou Hancin and Mark Painter; and family friends, Jeff Lamango and Kiefer Moore.  Cremation rites will be accorded following the services.

Private family burial will be held at a later date in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Streator.

The Solon-Telford Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Born November 4, 1959 in Streator he was the son of Daniel Sr., and Norma (Allen) Sedlock.

He is survived by his daughter, Destiny Sedlock of Chicago; sons, Daniel (Rebekah) Sedlock of Earlville and Ryan Sedlock of Sycamore; sisters, Teresa (Mark) Painter of Bloomington, Sheryl Sedlock of Streator and Christina (Lou) Hancin of Streator; brothers, Daniel Jr. (Elva) Sedlock of Harvard and Bill (Irene) Sedlock of Streator; and the mother of his children, Linda Tomany of Piedmont, South Carolina.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Tony Sedlock and a sister, Cathy Salisbury.

Born and raised in Streator he attended Streator grade schools and graduated from Streator High School, Class of 1977.

He worked for the Sheridan Correctional Center for 29 years retiring in 2009 with the rank of Lieutenant.  After his retirement, Norm worked several part-time jobs to stay busy including Anderson Field Golf Course, School Bus Driver for Wallace Grade School and Buffalo Range Shooting Park where he was a Range Safety Officer. He was currently serving on the LaSalle County Board. Norm was a long-time and vital member of Praise Center Church in Ottawa, IL. He

was involved in leadership as a deacon with specific responsibilities in Missions. He was also a co-leader in the Junior High Youth Group, Making a Difference (M.A.D.) for Jesus.

Norm was one of the many volunteer construction crew members that helped build the church as it now stands.

Norm was also involved in distributing free Bibles as a part of The Gideon’s International to help transform lives through the Word of God.

In his free time, Norm enjoyed going to Auctions looking for good deals and even helped out, at times, with Brown’s Auctions. He loved golfing and was a participant in the Praise Center Golf Team and a number of the Richard J. Berry Memorial Men's City Golf Championships in Streator. He also looked forward to riding his motorcycle each year. Norm had a gift for telling a good story and kept his sense of humor even through difficult times. He will be dearly missed by his loving family and friends.

Memorials may be directed to the family.

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Funeral Services Offered

Solon-Telford Funeral Home offers a wide range of funeral services to cater to the unique needs and preferences of each family. From traditional funeral services to cremation options, memorial services, and pre-planning arrangements, their experienced staff is dedicated to guiding families through every step of the process. They understand that each person is unique, and therefore offer customized services that reflect the personality and spirit of the deceased.

Facilities and Amenities

The funeral home's facility at 301 South Park Street is designed to provide a comfortable and peaceful atmosphere for families to gather and celebrate the life of their loved one. The spacious chapel can accommodate large gatherings, while the visitation rooms provide an intimate setting for smaller groups. The funeral home also features a state-of-the-art preparation room, ensuring that each individual is presented with dignity and respect. Additionally, Solon-Telford Funeral Home offers ample parking and convenient accessibility features for all visitors.

Pre-Planning Arrangements

At Solon-Telford Funeral Home, they believe that pre-planning is an important aspect of ensuring that your final wishes are respected and carried out according to your desires. Their experienced staff will guide you through the pre-planning process, helping you make informed decisions about your funeral arrangements. By pre-planning, you can alleviate the burden on your loved ones during a difficult time and ensure that your wishes are honored.

Cremation Services

Solon-Telford Funeral Home offers a range of cremation services to meet the growing demand for this option. From direct cremation to cremation with a memorial service or celebration of life, their staff will work with you to create a personalized cremation plan that suits your needs and budget. They understand that cremation is a personal choice and strive to provide dignified and respectful treatment of your loved one throughout the process.

Grief Support and Resources

Losing a loved one can be an overwhelming experience, and Solon-Telford Funeral Home recognizes the importance of supporting families through their grief journey. They offer access to grief counseling services, support groups, and online resources to help families navigate their emotions and find healing during difficult times. Their staff is committed to providing ongoing support long after the funeral service has taken place.

Community Involvement

Solon-Telford Funeral Home is deeply rooted in the Streator community and actively participates in local events and charities. They believe in giving back to the community that has supported them over the years and strive to make a positive impact on the lives of those around them. From sponsoring local fundraisers to participating in charity events, Solon-Telford Funeral Home is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others.

In conclusion, Solon-Telford Funeral Home is a trusted and respected name in the funeral industry, offering compassionate and professional services to families in Streator and surrounding areas. With its rich history, commitment to personalized care, and range of services and facilities, Solon-Telford Funeral Home is an excellent choice for those seeking a dignified and meaningful way to say goodbye to their loved one. If you're looking for a funeral home that truly cares about your family's well-being during difficult times, look no further than Solon-Telford Funeral Home.

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What is an obituary?

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What is the etiquette for responding to condolences expressed through an online obituary?

A simple "thank you" or acknowledgement is sufficient when responding to condolences expressed through an online obituary. You can also choose to respond privately via email or message if desired.

Can I include personal anecdotes or stories in an obituary?

Absolutely! Personal anecdotes and stories can help bring the deceased to life and make the obituary more engaging and memorable.

How do I ensure that my loved one's legacy lives on through their obituary?

By writing a thoughtful and detailed obituary that captures their spirit and accomplishments, you can help ensure that their legacy lives on. Consider including stories, quotes, or other personal touches that showcase their personality and impact on others._