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Norman Arnold - October 21, 1937 - April 23, 2022

Departed: 04/23/2022 (Rushville)

Obituary Preview: Norman Arnold, 84, of Ursa, passed away Saturday April 23, at home in Ursa, Illinois. Services are pending at Triplett Funeral Home, Mendon, Illinois.

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Esther Lee Chockley - March 24, 1926 - April 18, 2022

Departed: 04/18/2022 (Rushville)

Obituary Preview: Esther L. Chockley, 96, of Rushville, Illinois, passed to her Heavenly Father on Monday, April 18, 2022, at 5:00 PM at Sunset Home in Quincy, Illinois.  She was the youngest of five children, born on March 24, 1926, to John and Lela (Payne) Bly in Schuyler County, near Littleton.  She attended local grade schools until they consolidated to Littleton, with high school in Industry, Illinois.

Esther was united in marriage to Vic Chockley on September 17, 1944.  They had one daughter, Brenda (Dan) Harnetiaux of Carthage, Illinois; one grandson, Nathan (Anna) Harnetiaux of Plainfield, Illinois; and one great grandson, Jacob.

Esther was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, brothers:  Harold Bly and Rex Bly; and two sisters, Helen Sowers and Isabelle Reno.

Vic and Esther farmed in the Camden area for several years before Vic started selling feed to local farmers.  They opened their own feed business, Vic’s Feed Service, in 1968 and served the area for over 30 years.

Esther was always active in the community and in her church, Camden Methodist Church.  She loved to garden and can, and always had a beautiful flower garden.  She enjoyed her home and was an excellent seamstress, also making many quilts and crocheted items for her home and many gifts for family.  Esther’s greatest gift was friendship to all who knew her.  She was an inspiration to young and old alike and will be fondly remembered by all who were privileged to know and love her.

Visitation will be held Thursday, April 21, 2022, between 12:30 and 2:00 PM, with the funeral service at 2:00, with Pastor Dixie Croxton officiating at Triplett & Wood Funeral Home of Rushville.  Interment will immediately follow at Vermont Cemetery, Vermont, Illinois.

Memorials have been established for Senior Citizens of Schuyler County.

Family and friends are invited to share stories and leave condolences at www.triplettfuneralhomes.com.

Triplett & Wood Funeral Home of Rushville is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Karen Mildred Phillips - June 26, 1938 - April 15, 2022

Departed: 04/15/2022 (Rushville)

Obituary Preview: Karen Mildred (Geer) Phillips, 83, of Rushville, Illinois, died at 10:07 a.m., April 15, 2022, at Bickford Senior Living in Macomb, Illinois.  She was born on June 26, 1938, in Bainbridge Township in Schuyler County, Illinois to Clyde Franklin Geer and Leona Mae (McConahay) Geer.  She married Donald Lee Phillips on June 14, 1958, at the Rushville Christian Church, and later became a member of First United Methodist Church of Rushville.

Karen attended various one room schools in Schuyler County and graduated from Rushville High School in 1956.  She earned an Associates Degree from Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri.  She worked in accounting at Schuyler/Brown FS before becoming a full-time mother and farmer.  In addition to farming corn and soybeans with her husband, they raised hogs and cattle for many years.  They received the Farm Family of the Year Award by the Schuyler County Farm Bureau in 1988.

Karen made sure her children had a Christian upbringing and valued education.  She loved music and could play by ear as well as read music.  She was a talented seamstress, assisted with the Schuyler Specials 4-H Club, and enjoyed women’s Bible study groups.

Surviving is her daughter, Le Ann (Robert) White; a son, Timmy Scott (Vicki) Phillips; four grandchildren: Brian Littleton, Sarah Littleton, Whitney (Derrek) Miller, and Mallory (David) Henton; four great grandchildren:  Jade Vanatta, Hannah Henton, Rachel Henton, and Laura Miller; and a brother, Larry (Donna) Geer.

She is preceded in death by her parents and her husband of 62 years, Don.

Visitation will be held at the First United Methodist Church of Rushville on Tuesday, April 19, 2022, between 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., followed by a celebration of Karen’s life at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Stacy Tomich officiating.  Interment will follow immediately at Rushville City Cemetery.

Memorials have been suggested for First United Methodist Church of Rushville.

Family and friends are invited to share stories and leave condolences at www.triplettfuneralhomes.com.

Triplett & Wood Funeral Home of Rushville is assisting the family with arrangements.

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June McQuaid - February 28, 1930 - April 10, 2022

Departed: 04/10/2022 (Rushville)

Obituary Preview: JUNE D. MCQUAID FEBRUARY 28, 1930 – APRIL 10, 2022

June D. McQuaid, age 92, of Rushville, Illinois, passed away Sunday, April 10, 2022, at 4:05a.m. at Rushville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.  She was born on February 28, 1930, near Concord, Illinois, the daughter of Robert Milton and Leta (Spencer) Ham. She married Richard Lee McQuaid on September 4, 1955, in Arenzville, Illinois, he survives in Rushville, Illinois.

June was a graduate of Blessing-Rieman School of Nursing and worked as an LPN for St. Mary’s Hospital in Quincy and Snyder’s Vaughn Haven Nursing Home in Rushville, retiring in 1992.  She was an expert at growing flowers and enjoyed sewing, hand crafting, and playing computer games.

June is survived by three children: Joyce E. (Marlin) Howald of Neoga, Illinois, Susan J. (Mark) Hancock of Quincy, Illinois and David L. (Ginger) McQuaid of Beloit, Wisconsin.  She is also survived by seven grandchildren: Joshua Ray Howald of New Castle, Colorado, Caleb John Howald of Denver, Colorado, Derek Hancock of St. Louis Missouri, Cliff Hancock of O’Fallen Missouri, Shannon Hancock, of Quincy, Illinois, Anna M. McQuaid of Beloit, Wisconsin, and Samuel C. McQuaid of Macomb, Illinois.; three-great granddaughters: Cheyenne, Katlin and Abbagayle; and four great-grandsons: Tristan, Sterling Martin, Felix, and Sammy; and a sister-in-law: Pauline Ham.

June was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Edgar Ham.

Cremation rites will be accorded.

A private service will be held at a later date.

Memorials are suggested to the Rushville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Rushville, Illinois.

Family and friends are invited to share memories and condolences at www.triplettfuneralhomes.com.

The family of June D. McQuaid is being served by Triplett & Wood Funeral Homes in Rushville, Illinois.

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Andrew James Maday - December 14, 1987 - March 31, 2022

Departed: 03/31/2022 (Rushville)

Obituary Preview: Andrew James “A.J.” Maday, age 34, of Mendon, Illinois, passed away Thursday, March 31, 2022, in Quincy Illinois. He was born December 14, 1987, in Quincy, Illinois, the son of Carl Lawrence (Sarah) Maday and Theresa Smith Maday.

A.J. is survived by his mother, Theresa Maday; his father, Carl, and his wife Sarah; four sons: Micheal Kindhart, Blake Carnes, Preston Maday, and Parker Wassenberg; two daughters:  Samantha Kindhart and Zoey Maday; one brother, Kyle Mork; and one sister, Sarah (Jeff) Bruns.

Andrew was preceded in death by his grandparents: Donald Lee Smith and Patricia Tracy Smith, and Carl L. Maday Sr. and Lois Salawater Maday.

A.J. loved his dog, Dozer.  He liked being outside in the fresh air, fishing with family or walking Dozer.  Andrew was an avid Green Bay Packers and St. Louis Cardinals fan.  He also liked playing Video games.  He will be greatly missed by family and friends.

No services are planned at this time.

Friends and family are invited to share memories and leave condolences at www.triplettfuneralhomes.com.

The Maday family is being served by Triplett Funeral Homes, Mendon, Illinois.

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Orvall Unger - August 23, 1933 - March 23, 2022

Departed: 03/23/2022 (Rushville)

Obituary Preview: Orvall R. Unger, 88, of Rushville passed away at 10:50 am on Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville. He was born on August 23, 1933 in Rushville, the son of the late Parker and Eva (Vincent) Unger. He attended and graduated from Rushville High School and later married Shirley McGinnis on May 10, 1953 at Sheldon’s Grove and she survives. Orvall went on to serve in the United States Army during the Korean War. Orvall worked for many years with the Illinois Department of Transportation until his retirement. He liked attending auctions, yard sales and enjoyed tinkering with antique toys and gadgets. Orvall had a great sense of humor and always liked a well-timed prank or a good joke. He was a member of the First Christian Church of Rushville and was also a member of Ducks Unlimited. In addition to his wife of 68 years; Shirley, Orvall is survived by two daughters; Debbie (Dave) Coufal of Browning and Cathy McCulley of Rushville, nine grandchildren; Cari, Josey and Molly Flowers, Samantha Elam, Katey Boehm, Coulten Klitz, Kristi and Casey Hamilton and David Coufal, eleven great grandchildren; Cassidy, Camryn, Cayden, Joaney, Khloe, Izzy, Josh, Fulton, Cali, Emmit and Bryant, seven great-great grandchildren; Juniper, Lennox, Elowyn, Sonny, Emilyn, Taralyn and Heyden, and by two sisters; Norma Heitz and Karen Bockwitz both of Rushville. Besides his parents, Orvall was preceded in death by a granddaughter; Terilyn Cowden and by a sister in infancy; Janet Darlene Unger. Funeral services honoring Orvall’s life will be conducted at 2:00 pm on Monday, March 28, 2022 at the Triplett & Wood Funeral Home in Rushville. Interment will follow at the Rushville City Cemetery where military rites will be accorded. Visitation will be held on Monday, from 12:00 noon until the time of services at the funeral home. Memorial contributions in memory of Orvall are suggested to the Schuyler County Humane Society. You are invited to share your memories of Orvall and leave a condolence at www.triplettfuneralhomes.com

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William "Hank" Henry Akers - July 03, 1947 - March 21, 2022

Departed: 03/21/2022 (Rushville)

Obituary Preview: William Henry “Hank” Akers, 74, of Industry Illinois passed away Monday, March 21, at his home. He was born July 3, 1947, in Oakland, California the son of Lloyd Eugene “Gene” Akers and Lily Mae Eddington Daniels. He married Juanita Prater on May 5, 1978, in Rushville, Illinois. She preceded him in death on December 19, 2021.

He is survived by six children: Annette Hawkins and her partner Scott Parker, Wayne Fawcett and partner Carol Gemmings, all of Industry, Sandra Fischel of Roodhouse, Kimberly June Friedhoff (Greg) of Clayton, Roger Akers (Rebecca) of Littleton, and Jeff Akers of Laurie, Missouri, 11 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and a sister Diane Zeeck of Beardstown, Illinois.

Hank was preceded in death by his wife, parents, a stepfather Harrison “Possum” Daniels, and a sister Nancy Knott.

Hank was a heavy equipment mechanic for several coal mines in the area. He was gifted with his mind and hands and could manipulate wire, bolts, nuts, washers, and any kind of machine leftovers into motorcycles, cars, trucks, and many assortments of sculptures. He was also creative with wood and produced furniture for family and friends. “Hammering Hank” was his nickname.

Graveside services will be held on Sunday, April 10th at 11:00 A.M. at the Littleton Cemetery with full military honors. Family and friends will meet together at Netty Parkers Pub, Industry Illinois to share reflections of Hank's epic life.

Family and friends are invited to share stories and leave condolences at triplettfuneralhomes.com.

Triplett & Wilson Funeral Home of Rushville oversees arrangements.

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Dale Wenger - October 10, 1945 - March 18, 2022

Departed: 03/18/2022 (Rushville)

Obituary Preview: Dale D. Wenger, 76, of Rushville, passed away peacefully at 5:50 pm on Friday, March 18, 2022, at the Rushville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Rushville.

He was born on October 10, 1945, in Rushville, the son of the late Ezra and Edna (Ferrell) Wenger. Dale graduated from Rushville High School, Class of 1963. Following graduation, Dale served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He married Phyllis Busby on May 22, 1970, at St. Rose Catholic Church in Rushville and she survives.

Dale began working on the family farm as a farmer and truck driver, he later served as road commissioner for Woodstock Township, a position he had held for 18 years. He was also a heavy equipment operator for Powell Bulldozing in Camden and later worked for Esther Farms as a heavy equipment operator until his retirement. Dale enjoyed fishing, hunting and being outdoors. He was especially fond of coyote hunting; a hobby that he enjoyed for his entire life. Above all, Dale loved his family and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

In addition to his wife of 51 years, Phyllis, Dale is survived by his sons; Dennis Wenger and Gary (Becky) Wenger, both of Rushville, three grandchildren; Alec, Maggie and Jackson Wenger, all of Rushville and by a sister; Joan (Lyle) Ganther of Tiskilwa. Besides his parents, Dale was preceded in death by a brother; Paul Wenger. Funeral Services honoring the life of Dale will be conducted at 12:00 pm on Thursday, March 24, 2022, at the Triplett & Wood Funeral Home in Rushville. Brother Matt Haberman will officiate. Interment will follow at the Palm Cemetery in Rushville where military rites will be accorded. Visitation will be held from 10:00 am until the time of services at the funeral home. Memorial contributions in memory of Dale are suggested to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or to the American Alzheimer’s Association. You are invited to share your memories of Dale and leave a condolence at www.triplettfuneralhomes.com https://my.gather.app/remember/dale-wenger

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Robert E. Grider - January 22, 1940 - February 26, 2022

Departed: 02/26/2022 (Rushville)

Obituary Preview: Robert “Bob” Ellis Grider, age 82, of Rushville, Illinois, passed away Saturday, February 26, 2022, at 5:15 PM at Journey Care in Barrington, Illinois. He was born on January 22, 1940, in Canton, Illinois, the son of George Emory and Velma Mutch Grider. He married Elizabeth L. “Betty Lou” Barnes on December 22, 1962, at First Methodist Church, Barry, Illinois. She preceded him in death on October 25, 2013.

Bob graduated as Valedictorian in 1958 from Barry High School in Barry, Illinois.  Bob received a BA in 1962 from MacMurray College in Jacksonville, Illinois. He was a veteran of US Navy where he served as Lieutenant. He was a member of American Legion Post in Waverly, Illinois.

Bob worked as sales coordinator at Moorman Manufacturing for 12 years, Oscar Mayer for ten years, and at Illinois River Corrections in Canton, retiring in 2002. He was a member of the First Methodist Church. Bob had been an Eagle Scout and a member of the Masonic Lodge AFAM and was a Master Mason. He enjoyed target shooting and was a member of the NRA. He loved fishing, camping and the outdoors. He especially loved the time he spent with his grandchildren.

Bob is survived by a daughter: Lisa Ayer (Todd) Morrell of LaHarpe, Illinois; three sons: Eric Grider of Chebanse, Illinois, Erin (Leslie) Grider of Hoffman Estates, Illinois, and Chad (Michelle) Grider of Rockton, Illinois; grandchildren, Tyler, Nathan, Brandon, Erika, Shannon, Grant, Connor, Morgan, Seth, Dahlia, Chase, and Caleb; and a great-granddaughter, Harlee; brothers, James (Aida) Grider of Seattle, Washington, and Larry (Mary Jane) Grider of Auburn, illinois.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and a daughter, Lori LouEmma Grider.

Funeral services for Bob will be held in Rushville at a later date.

In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Bob’s name to the First Methodist United Church of Rushville or to the American Cancer Society. Friends and family are invited to share their memories of Bob at www.triplettfuneralhomes.com

Triplett & Wood Funeral Home in Rushville in care of arrangements.

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Nureta Hester - March 28, 1937 - February 18, 2022

Departed: 02/18/2022 (Rushville)

Obituary Preview: Nureta Hester (84), of Rushville, Illinois passed away on Friday, February 18, 2022 at Heritage Health Center in Jacksonville, Illinois. Nureta was born on March 28, 1937, in Rushville to Everett and Fairy Mae (Meyer) Hillyer. During her busy life, Nureta raised three daughters, all while working 6 days a week at the Jefferson Café, which she owned and operated. On Sundays she could be found out tinkering in her garden.

She was well known for her green thumb and beautiful flowers. A multiple recipient of the “Yard of the Month”, growing her flowers was her passion. After her retirement, she kept busy mowing lawns, then started cleaning houses to keep active. Nureta was still cleaning one place regularly up until this last Summer. Nureta loved animals of all kinds, especially her cats and her horses. A fiercely independent woman, she lived a good life and made hers a unique adventure.

Nureta is survived by her three daughters; Kathy (Sam) Danigelis of Excelsior Springs, Missouri, Gloria (Randy) Vance of Iberia, Missouri, and Reta (Tom) Honey of Jacksonville, Illinois; grandchildren Nathaniel Danigelis, Jared Danigelis, Adriana Danigelis, and Colleen (Cole) Brown; and her sister, Estella Grace Kerr of Meredosia, Illinois. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers James Hillyer, Leon Hillyer, and Alvin Hillyer; and sisters Alberta Moore, Delores Mahnken, and Erma Jean Hillyer.

There will be a private family service for Nureta with a burial to follow at Rushville City Cemetery. Memorials in Nureta’s name are suggested to the Schuyler County Humane Society. Anyone wishing to share stories or memories of Nureta are invited to do so at triplettfuneralhomes.com

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Scott Douglas Shults - April 17, 1973 - February 13, 2022

Departed: 02/13/2022 (Rushville)

Obituary Preview: Scott Shults, 48, of Industry, passed away on Sunday, February 13, 2022, at 8:25am, at his home.

Scott Douglas Shults, age 48, of Industry, Illinois, passed away Sunday, February 13, 2022, at 8:25 AM at his home in Industry.  He was born on April 17, 1973 in Peoria, Illinois, the son of Sharon Edwards Davis and James Shults.  He married Michelle Hibbs on December 14, 2010 in Rushville, Illinois.  Michelle survives in Industry.

In addition to his wife, Scott is survived by his parents:  James Shults of Rushville, IL and Sharon (Duane) Davis in Rushville, IL; two sons:  Dylan Curless and Ethan Shults of Industry; three daughters:  Krystan (and Adam) Shults of Rushville, IL, Kaitlyn (Nick) Weishaar of Springfield, MO, and McKayla (Ryne) Willett of Mount Sterling, IL; two sisters: Angie (DeWayne) Jockish of Vermont, IL and Shari (Rusty) Marquis of Rushville, IL; and granddaughters:  Lyric, Brooklyn, and Raegan. A granddaughter and grandson, Sicily and Lincoln Scott James are expected soon. Scott was preceded in death by his sister, Kandi Shults.

Scott graduated from Rushville High School in 1991 and attended Vatterott College, studying HVAC.  He had worked at E & L Siding and Remodeling.  Scott was an excellent guitarist, playing for local bands, Rukus and Eight Up.  He also excelled in martial arts with a black belt in Tea Kwan Do, and had attended Shudo Kan Karate Club in Beardstown, working on his black belt in Karate.  The time spent with family and friends were his most cherished moments.

Visitation will be held Friday, February 18 after 4:00 PM with family meeting friends between 5:00 and 7:00 PM at Triplett – Wood Funeral Home of Rushville.  Cremation rites will be accorded following the visitation.  No service or inurnment will be held.

Memorials in memory of Scott Douglas Shults can be direct to Michelle Shults for the benefit of Ethan Shults.

Friends and family wishing to share stories and condolences are invited to do so at triplettfuneralhomes.com.

The arrangements and care are under the direction of Triplett – Wood Funeral Home of Rushville.

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Martha VanBaale - October 09, 1936 - February 12, 2022

Departed: 02/12/2022 (Rushville)

Obituary Preview: Martha Ann “Marty” VanBaale, 85, of Rushville, Illinois, passed away Saturday, February 12, 2022 at 7:26 PM at Memorial Health Care of Springfield, Il.  She was born on October 9, 1936 in Burlington, Iowa, the daughter of Edwin and Lydia (Mehmken) Taeger.

Marty is survived by two sons:  Dennis (Penny) VanBaale of San Diego, California and David (Michelle Mattox) VanBaale of Indianapolis, Indiana; a brother:  Jim (Deanna) Taeger of St. Joseph, Illinois; a sister:  Sandra Maxwell of Bonaparte, Iowa; and her grandchildren:  Haley, Eddie, Lexie, and Elle VanBaale.  She is also survived by good friends, Linda Herche,  Dianne Snyder, and Sharon Large of Rushville, Illinois, as well as several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son:  Mark VanBaale in 1959, a granddaughter, Bailey, and a brother-in-law, Bill Maxwell.

Marty worked as a registered nurse at Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville, Illinois and was Director of Nurses at Snyder's Vaughn Haven Nursing Home in Rushville, Illinois.  She enjoyed making quilts for family, and friends at her church, First Lutheran Church in Beardstown, Illinois.  She was a Red Hat Lady and enjoyed sewing, doll collecting, gardening, and knitting.  Marty especially loved time spent with her family and friends.

Funeral Services will be held Saturday, February 19, 2022 at 10:00 AM at Triplett – Wood Funeral Home of Rushville with Pastor John Ashcraft officiating.  Burial will immediately follow the service at Salem Lutheran Cemetery in Burlington, Iowa.

There will be no visitation.

Memorials in memory of Martha Ann VanBaale have been suggested to Rushville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center or First Lutheran Church of Beardstown. Family and friends wishing to share stories and memories on her condolence page are invited to do so at www.triplettfuneralhomes.com

The arrangements and care are under the direction of Triplett – Wood Funeral Home of Rushville.

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Karl Zeisler - November 29, 1938 - February 10, 2022

Departed: 02/10/2022 (Rushville)

Obituary Preview: Karl Zeisler, age 83, of Rushville, Illinois passed away Thursday, February 10, 2022, at Rushville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.  He was born on November 29, 1938, in McDonough County, Illinois, the son of Frederick W. and Mary Ellen Young Zeisler.

He married Malinda Katzenburger on July 20, 1977, in Minot, North Dakota.  She preceded him in death on July 21, 2018. Karl is survived by one son:  David (Diana) Ashbaker of Browning, Illinois; Three brothers:  Dean (Phyllis) Zeisler of Rushville, Illinois, Dale (Linda) Zeisler of Rushville, IL, and Bill (Debbie) Zeisler of Princeton, Indiana; one sister:  Sondra (Donald) Smith of Astoria, Illinois; seven grandchildren:  Bill (Sheila) Miller, Johny (Misty) Miller, William (Carla Miller-Vaughan) Miller, Adam Ashbaker, David T. Ashbaker, Bill Ashbaker, and Sara Schofield;

Great Grandchildren and great great grandchildren include Eathen, Alex, Jacob, Myia, Katelyn, Samantha, Jazmine, Alden, Andrew, Dylan, Ryan, Mercedes, Alisha, Daniell, Hunter, Zeth, Timothy, Emma, Haiely, and Lilia.

Karl was preceded in death by his wife and his parents.

Karl graduated from Rushville High School in 1957 and attended college.  He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy.  Karl had been employed at Caterpillar in East Peoria, Illinois, for over 37 years, retiring in 2003.  He was a member of Schuyler American Legion for over 50 years and a member of Moose Lodge #506.  He enjoyed completing word search puzzles and watching NASCAR.

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at 10:00 AM at Triplett – Wood Funeral Home in Rushville.  Burial will immediately follow at Rushville City Cemetery with Full Military Rites by Schuyler County American Legion.Visitation will be held Tuesday,   February 15, 2022, with family meeting friends between 5:00 and 7:00 PM at Triplett – Wood Funeral Home of Rushville.

Memorials have been established in memory of Karl Zeisler for Schuyler American Legion Post or Schuyler County Ambulance Service.

Friends and Family may share memories and leave condolences at www.triplettfuneralhomes.com.

Triplett – Wood Funeral Home of Rushville is directing and assisting the family of Karl Zeisler.

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Walter "Bud" Leach - December 08, 1956 - February 07, 2022

Departed: 02/07/2022 (Rushville)

Obituary Preview: Walter E. “Bud” Leach, 65, of Rushville, Illinois, passed away Monday, February 7, 2022, 8:56 AM, at his home with loved ones by his side.  He was born on December 8, 1956, in Rushville, the son of Walter Wayne and Virginia Lee Surratt Leach.

Bud is survived by a longtime companion:  Melanie Vannattan of Rushville, Illinois;  two daughters:  Danielle (Ryon Plate) Hunter of Adair, Illinois and Shantelle Hunter of Rushville, Illinois; one brother:  Danny Haven Leach of Palatine, Illinois; three sisters:  Donna Haney of Macomb, Illinois, Linda (Randy Frakes) Cain of Ripley, Illinois, and Carol Flowers of Rushville, Illinois; seven grandchildren:  Therron, Kimora, Aundrey, Rysor, Lexi, Gracie, and Lindsey; and two great grandchildren:  Elizabeth and Beckett.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Allan Wayne Leach.

Walter attended Rushville High School.  He played in pool leagues in the area and played championships in Las Vegas.  He was an avid Green Bay Packers football fan and St. Louis Cardinals baseball fan.  He loved his mixed terrier, Ollie, who slept by his side and went everywhere with Walter.  Mr. Leach worked in the trucking and farming industries, most recently employed by Plate Farms.  He loved the time he spent in the tractor and especially loved every moment spent with family and friends.

Funeral Services will be held Friday, February 11, 2022, at 10:00 AM at Triplett Funeral Homes in Rushville, Illinois with interment immediately following in Rushville City Cemetery.

Visitation will be held Thursday, February 10, 2022, with the family meeting friends between 5:00 and 7:00 PM at Triplett Funeral Homes of Rushville.

Memorials in memory of Walter Leach have been established in his memory.

Friends and family are invited to share memories and leave condolences at www.triplettfuneralhomes.com.

The arrangements and care are under the direction of Triplett Funeral Homes, Rushville, Illinois.

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Dorothy Lois Weaver - September 05, 1926 - February 04, 2022

Departed: 02/04/2022 (Rushville)

Obituary Preview: Dorothy Lois Weaver, 95, of Rushville, Illinois passed away at her home on February 4, 2022

She was born on September 5, 1926, in Havana, Illinois the daughter of the late Elmer and Martha (Leslie) Wilcoxen.

Dorothy worked a variety of job and was known for selling Avon and Mary Kay cosmetics.  She also worked at Snyders Nursing Home in laundry services for over ten years before operating a resale business with reclaimed and salvaged items.

She is survived by a son, Lon of Jacksonville, Illinois; three brothers; and two sisters; as well as several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Dorothy was preceded in death by her daughter, Roberta.

There will be a graveside service for Dorothy at 2:00pm Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at Good Hope Cemetery, Rushville, Illinois. Arrangements are under the care and direction of the Triplett & Wilson Funeral Home in Rushville. You are invited to share your memories of Dorothy and leave a condolence at www.triplettfuneralhomes.com

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Deanna Prather - February 18, 1985 - January 29, 2022

Departed: 01/29/2022 (Rushville)

Obituary Preview: Deanna Prather, age 36, of Stillwell, Oklahoma, was taken far too soon on Saturday, January 29, 2022, at 8:00 PM at Cherokee County, Willing, Oklahoma.  She was born on February 18, 1985, in Rushville, Illinois, the daughter of Rex Allan and Nicky M. Staub Prather.  Her parents survive in Rushville.  She had been married to Luke Tippey.

Deanna graduated from Rushville High School, Rushville, Illinois.  She had been a girl scout and she enjoyed completing crossword puzzles.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by one son, Benjamin Alan Prather, and a brother, Heath Anthony Prather, both of Rushville, Illinois.

A visitation celebrating Deanna’s life will be held Saturday, March 19, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Triplett & Wood Funeral Home of Rushville.

Memorials in memory of Deanna Prather have been established for National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233.  Donations can be made at thehotline.org/donate. Friends and family are invited to share memories and leave condolences at www.triplettfuneralhomes.com

Triplett & Wood Funeral Home of Rushville oversees arrangements. Family and friends are invited to share their thoughts and memories of Deanna at www.triplettfuneralhomes.com

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Dorothy Mae Walker - November 06, 1929 - October 09, 2016

Departed: 10/09/2016 (Rushville)

Obituary Preview: "Home" is a tradition for the Tomlinson family, and just like Dorothy Mae (Tomlinson) Walker was born "at home" at 125 E. Clinton in Rushville on November 6, 1929 as the second of 4 daughters and  the fifth of 10 children of Durward Morris  and Florence Ella (Walker) Tomlinson, so she left this earth from her home in Rushville early Sunday morning of October 9, 2016.

On that day,  "Dottie" left her bed, her breathing problems, and any regrets behind.  At 7:45 that morning she was "Called Home" to heaven to live eternally in joy with so many others.  She bore her illness of 15 years with amazing gentleness, patiently allowed bother-some treatments and smiled from time to time to reward family visitors and those who were dedicated to her care.   Those smiles were a gift to us that we will always remember. On that Sunday, angels came and took Dottie to the throne room, and all Heaven rejoiced.

Surviving are a multitude of family,  including three children, Jeffrey Merrick Walker of Yorkville, Illinois, Christopher James Walker of Boulder, Colorado, and Melba Melinda Walters of Anchorage, Alaska;  six grandchildren, Abraham Lincoln (Jeff), Carl, Suzanne, Dendy (Chris), and Amanda and Katie (Melba).   Three brothers,  Jessie Leroy "Orvie" of Apple Springs, Texas, Glen Eddy "Polecat" (wife Gale) of Bloomington, Illinois,  and Wayne Tomlinson (wife Gloria) of Rushville,  and one sister, Marilyn Jane Lewis of Thousand Oaks, California also survive, along  with approximately 140 nieces and nephews, spanning five generations  She was preceded in death by three brothers, Robert Morris (Tommy),  Gerald Henry Tomlinson, and John Paul (J.P.) Tomlinson and two sisters Grace Marie Bayles and Anna Lee Phillips.

Dorothy graduated from Rushville High School in 1948, and attended the Galesburg campus of the University of Illinois, where many of the  young WWII veterans were matriculating at that time under the new GI Bill.  There she met her future  husband  Henry Merrick Walker.   In Rushville, she was a member of the First United Methodist Church.During  the time of her children's schooling, Dottie worked as Assistant to the Director of the Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan.  She was also active in the Republican Party in a very Democratic climate during the exciting 60's, and loved traveling, meeting and learning about new people from around the world who came to UM to complete their graduate studies, great music and the fun of the annual Ann Arbor Street Fair.  On through her retirement years, she found the annual family gatherings in Rushville especially meaningful and important to her.

The family would like to especially thank the wonderful team of care-givers for their many hours dedicated to Dottie's loving care.

A Celebration of Life will be held for family and friends at the First United Methodist Church in Rushville on Saturday, October 29 at 10:30 a.m. with a light lunch following at the family house on East Clinton.   Should you wish to  make a donation in Dottie's memory, the family would suggest the Alzheimer’s Association as one of the appropriate choices.

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