Obituaries

Dec 19, 2023

Pat Richardson passed away peacefully at Springfield Homes, The Ranch, on Tuesday, December 19,

2023, at the age of 90.

Born on November 29, 1933, in Springfield, IL to James T. and Helen (Barrett) Flynn. She married John K.

Richardson on June 12, 1954, and he proceeded her in death in 2015 after...

Dec 18, 2023

In Loving Memory of Bhikkhu T. Ranawaka Mahinda

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bhikkhu T. Ranawaka Mahinda, a beacon of generosity, kindness, and unwavering love. After bravely battling Stage 4 prostate cancer diagnosed in October 2023, Mr. Mahinda peacefully departed from this world on December 18, 2023 due to complications from...

Dec 18, 2023

Deborah "Debbie" Schnepper of Rochester passed away early Monday, December 18, 2023 at her home, surrounded by loved ones.

She was born June 9, 1943, the daughter of Ralph "Spud" and Jeane Clark of Arenzville, Illinois. She married Tris Schnepper on her birthday, June 9, 1963, in Jacksonville, Illinois. She will be deeply missed by her best...

Dec 17, 2023

John Joseph Owens, 57, of Springfield, IL passed away on Sunday December 17, 2023 surrounded by his family. John was born in Springfield on November 7, 1966 and was the son of Orville John and Jean M. (Rudin) Owens.

John was a proud Northender and lived in Springfield all of his life. He was a local DJ...

Dec 15, 2023

Fred E. Hagen, 88, of Pleasant Plains, IL passed away on December 15, 2023 at Memorial Medical Center with his family by his side in Springfield.

Fred was born on July 2, 1935, in Springfield, IL. He was the son of Elwill and Pauline (Jokisch) Hagen. Fred graduated from Pleasant Plains High School in 1953. On November...

Dec 13, 2023

Delores (Spengler) Hobbs, 84, of Edinburg, Illinois died peacefully at her home on Wednesday, December 13th 2023.

Delores was born in New City, IL on August 28th,1939 to Thomas and Grace (Lederbrand) Spengler. She attended Rochester schools and later married Sam Hobbs. She was a mother, farmer, gardener, lawyer's secretary, cardplayer, friend, and more.

Delores...

Dec 12, 2023

Visitation will be held at Wilson Park Funeral Home, on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 10:00AM until the time of the memorial service at 12:00PM. Burial will follow at Rochester Township Cemetery.

Dec 8, 2023

John Eric Daily, 59, of Springfield, IL passed away on Friday December 8, 2023 at his residence.

John was born in Springfield on April 25, 1964 and was the son of Jack and Martha (McCarty) Daily. He lived in Springfield his whole life. He had 4 siblings. Two of his brothers, Bernard and Rodger, have passed away....

Nov 30, 2023

Joyce June VanSice, 83, of Springfield passed away after a brief illness in the care of Traditions Hospice on August 14, 2024. Joyce was born in Springfield, Illinois on January 25, 1941. Her mother, Violet Cunningham VanSice, and father, Julian VanSice, preceded her in death.

Joyce is survived by her twin brother, Jay (wife Nellie) of Williamsburg,...

Nov 30, 2023

James Robert Handy "Butch", 77, of Springfield, IL passed away on Monday January 22, 2024.

Butch was born in Virden, IL on November 28, 1946 and was the son of Dennis and Ruby "Nan" Handy.

He was preceded in death by his parents, granddaughter, Taylor Claire Handy-Buckley; brothers, Eugene and Russell Handy; sisters, Betty Fry,...

Nov 29, 2023

Wanda Lee Ayers, 88, of Springfield, passed away on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at Villa Health Care East in Sherman, IL.

Wanda was born in Plano, IL, on February 16, 1935, the daughter of John W. Horn and Rachel L. (Walker) Horn. She married Ernest Ayers and he preceded her in death in 2021.

Wanda...

Nov 27, 2023

Tammy L. Miller, 58, of Springfield, IL passed away at home on Monday Nov. 27, 2023.

Tammy was born in Springfield, on April 28, 1965 and was the daughter of William and Delores (Barger) Horrighs.

She grew up in the Springfield area and married Alan Miller on February 8, 1983; they had 5 wonderful children...

Nov 27, 2023

Delores Dudas passed away on the morning of Monday, November 27, 2023 at her home. Delores was bor non May 6, 1939, to parents Omar and Viola (Halford) Walch, both deceased, in Raymond, IL, She graduated with the class of 1957.

She leaves one brother, Richard his wife, Beverly, of Springfield, nephews, Kevin Walch and Chris Heather...

Nov 24, 2023

Richard Jiles Dunklau age 93, passed peacefully on Friday November 24, 2023 at St John's hospice surrounded by his loving family at bedside. Richard was born March 1, 1930 in Norfolk, Nebraska and grew up in Lincoln Nebraska, attending Lutheran primary schools, Lincoln high school and graduating from university of Nebraska with a degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1954....

Nov 24, 2023

Michael William Barnard, 70, of Springfield, IL passed away on Friday November 24, 2023, in the comfort of his home.

Michael was born in Springfield on June 13, 1953.  His father, James Barnard, passed shortly after Michael's birth.  His mother, Barbara Boehner (Anders) married Harvey Anders, who Michael considered to be his father.

He graduated...

Nov 20, 2023

Rochester – Barbara Jane Sinkus, 89, of Rochester died peacefully at home on Monday, November 20, 2023.

She was born November 2, 1934, in Quincy, IL, the daughter of Maxine and William Purpus. She married William "Bill" Sinkus at St. Patrick's Church in Springfield on February 4, 1956.

Barb, along with her husband, was a...

Nov 19, 2023

James W. Cook Jr, 77, of Taylorville, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023 at St. John's Hospital in Springfield, IL., James was born on September 4, 1946, in Springfield, the son of James W. Cook Sr. and Frances (Lee) Cook. James served his country in the United States Air Force from 1965-1969.

James was an avid...

Nov 17, 2023

Anna Marie Floyd, 76, of Illiopolis, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023 at her home.

Anna was born on May 15, 1947, in Terre Haute, Indiana, the daughter of George and Ivy Nilhas.

She married Richard Floyd on April 10, 1981 and he preceded her in death on January 10, 2005. Anna enjoyed making...

Nov 15, 2023

Cheryle Lynn Kaufman, 58, of Springfield, IL passed away at home on Wednesday November 15, 2023.

Cheryle was born in Springfield on February 3, 1965 and was the daughter of Robert and Marilyn (Irvin) Cady.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Kimberly Parks.

She married Charles Kaufman on...

Nov 13, 2023

Barbara L. (Craig) McCulley, 73, of Rochester, IL, died at 12:40 pm. Monday, November 13, 2023, peacefully at home. She was born Oct. 20, 1950 in Springfield, IL. to John and Mary (McCurley) Craig. She married Gregory McCulley on March 20, 1971 and he survives.

Also surviving are three children, Derrick McCulley (Sara Velez) of Tampa, FL,...