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Brenda S Williams

Brenda S Williams

Nov 12, 2023

Brenda Sue Williams was born August 21st 1968 in Springfield Illinois to Linda Hartman and David Drabing.

She passed away Sunday November 12th 2023 at around 1:32 a.m.. during her lifetime she loved shooting darts playing horseshoes playing shuffleboard and playing on the slot machines and loved watching NASCAR and football, especially her Kansas City Chiefs.

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Janet Lea Taylor

Janet Lea Taylor

Nov 11, 2023

Janet Lea Taylor, 89, of Rochester, passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2023 at Springfield Memorial Hospital. Janet was born on October 5, 1934, in Barstow, CA., the daughter of Lee and Marian (Sears) Hobbs. She married Kenneth Taylor on November 1, 1952 and they shared 71 years together. Janet enjoyed researching family genealogy, as well as knitting, needlework...

Avalee Jean Ertl

Avalee Jean Ertl

Nov 9, 2023

Avalee Jean Ertl, 85, of Illiopolis, passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at Decatur Memorial Hospital in Decatur, Illinois.

Avalee was born on May 24, 1938, in New Salem, IL, the daughter of George and Viola (McKinney) Dunham. She married Paul P. Ertl on May 24, 1958, and he preceded her in death on May 26,...

James A. (Jimmy) Vitton Sr.

James A. (Jimmy) Vitton Sr.

Nov 8, 2023

James A. Vitton Sr. (Jimmy), -Springfield, IL formerly of Chatham died Wednesday November 8th, 2023 at Memorial Medical Center.

James was born February 19, 1940 in Taylorville, IL the son of James D. and Anna (Check) Vitton. He married Judith L. Vitton on December 8th, 1976.

James was a 1958 graduate of Urbana High School...

Christopher D Hylton

Christopher D Hylton

Nov 6, 2023

Christopher Dylan Hylton, 35 of Springfield, IL passed away at home on Monday November 6, 2023

Chris was born in Springfield on July 28, 1988. He is the son of Matthew L. Hylton and Sherrie L. Jones. He was preceded in death by his mother, Sherrie.

Chris is survived by his wonderful daughter and son,...

Lillian E (Rawaillot)  Potts

Lillian E (Rawaillot) Potts

Nov 4, 2023

Lillian Elizabeth (Rawaillot) Potts, passed away on Saturday November 4, 2023 at St. John's Hospital in Springfield, ILL.

Lillian was born at Presbyterian Hospital, Chicago, IL on August 16, 1948 she was 75 yrs old and was the daughter of Peter and Geraldine ( White ) Rawaillot of Lombard Illinois.

She was preceded in death...

Bobby Glenn Howe

Bobby Glenn Howe

Nov 3, 2023

Bobby Glenn Howe Sr.

October 19, 1938 – November 3, 2023

As I know that my time here on earth is growing shorter by the day, I wish to write my own obituary, along with some personal final thoughts.

I was born October 19, 1938 to Glenn and Hazel Howe on a farm...

Juanita R. Beck

Juanita R. Beck

Nov 2, 2023

Juanita R. Beck, 86, of Rochester, passed away on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at Taylorville Skilled Nursing and Rehab Center in Taylorville, IL.

She was born on August 26, 1937, in Decatur, the daughter of Raymond and Aileen (Kellogg) Martin. Juanita worked for Illinois Bell Telephone Company first starting out as an operator and working her way...

Sherry Lynne Dishon

Sherry Lynne Dishon

Oct 30, 2023

Sherry Lynne Dishon, 62, of Springfield, IL passed away at home on Monday October 30, 2023. Sherry was born in Springfield, IL on December 5, 1960 and was the daughter of Shirley Ann Ray and Wayne Dishon. She was raised in Springfield and graduated from Southeast High School. Sherry owned and operated several bars and restaurants in the Springfield...

Clifton Eugene Buttram

Clifton Eugene Buttram

Oct 27, 2023

Clifton Eugene Buttram, 72, of Edinburg, passed away on Friday, October 27, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Clifton was born on December 14, 1950, in Moline, IL. the son of Clifton and Maxine (Hicks) Buttram.

He enjoyed inventing and creating. He also loved tinkering on electrical and automotive things, as well...

Carolyn Mae (Bandy)  Lamb

Carolyn Mae (Bandy) Lamb

Oct 25, 2023

Carolyn Mae Lamb, 83, of Illiopolis, passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center in Normal, IL.

Carolyn was born on August 25, 1940, in Honey Bend, IL., the daughter of Fred Bandy and Mary Hanrahan. She married Robert Lamb on October 18, 1958 and he preceded her in death on...

Maxine L. Rogers

Maxine L. Rogers

Oct 18, 2023

Maxine L. Rogers, 95, of Mechanicsburg, died peacefully at her home on October 18, 2023.

She was born on September 17, 1928, in Dawson, IL. the daughter of Lester and Ruth (Abbott) Kitchen (both deceased). Maxine had one brother, "Bub" Kitchen (deceased), one step brother "Sonny Yard" (deceased) and three half brothers, Tom Kitchen (Peg), Gary Kitchen...

Anthony Paul Menza

Anthony Paul Menza

Oct 9, 2023

Anthony P. Menza, 43, of Springfield, IL passed away on October 9, 2023 at Memorial Medical Center.

Anthony was a father to two beautiful kids Tina Marie and Carmine Dimarco Menza. Anthony loved his dogs and loved cooking. He was an awesome son , father, and friend to everyone.

Cremation services are being accorded and...

Pamela Rose Crawford

Pamela Rose Crawford

Oct 6, 2023

Pamela Rose Crawford, 66, of Riverton, IL passed away at her home on the morning of October 6, 2023.

Pam was born in Springfield, on September 9, 1957, and was the daughter of George and Edith (Ramey) Crawford.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her siblings, Judy Willett and George Crawford, Jr.; nephews,...

Carol Dennison

Carol Dennison

Oct 5, 2023

Carol L Dennison age 88 of Mechanicsburg passed away Oct 5th 2023 at home with loved ones.

She was born Nov 15, 1934 in Lincoln IL. Carol is preceded in death by parents, Husband Ronald, Daughter Barb, son Nick and grandson Matthew.

Carol retired after 35 years of medical service helping others at Memorial Hosp....

David Brockman

David Brockman

Oct 5, 2023

David Brockman, 74, of Springfield, passed away on Thursday, October 5, 2023 at St. John's Hospital in Springfield, IL.

David was born on June 11, 1949, in Springfield, the son of John and Marie (Fentress) Brockman. He married Karen Goatley and she survives. He loved playing guitar, watching Nascar, and above all, attending every sporting event for...

Dennis Lee Ray Loveall

Dennis Lee Ray Loveall

Oct 3, 2023

Dennis Lee Ray Loveall, 66, of Edinburg, passed away on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 after his struggle with cancer. He was born on November 4, 1956, in Decatur, IL., the son of Ralph and Wanda (Turner) Loveall. Dennis was a loving father and grandfather who enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was a longtime member of the Sangchris Bass Club....

Nina L. Claycomb

Nina L. Claycomb

Oct 1, 2023

Nina Louise Claycomb age 77, left our world and joined her heavenly family October 1, 2023. She was born January 20, 1946 in Spfld, IL to Nina Jean and Charlie Brown. Nina was a gracious and loving mother to Constance Dampier, Steven Imlay (Beth), Kimberly Earl Suiter (Dave), and Leslie Claycomb III. She counted her blessings with nine grandchildren,...

Melvin R Kuhnly

Melvin R Kuhnly

Sep 23, 2023

Melvin R. Kuhnly, 74, of Petersburg, IL passed away on Saturday September 23, 2023. Melvin was born in Gainesville, TX on November 10, 1948 and was the son of Melvin L. and Ruth (Pearson) Kuhnly.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Vickie Daughtry, Becky Balke, Sharon Sistrunk, and Ilene Kuhnly; children, Samuel Miller, Thomas...

Herbert Jay Cockrell, Jr.

Herbert Jay Cockrell, Jr.

Sep 21, 2023

Herbert "Jay" Cockrell Jr., 56, of Rochester, passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2023 surrounded by his family at home.

Jay was born on April 15, 1967 in Springfield, IL, the son of Herbert and Lois (Walters) Cockrell. He married Cherie Lynn Cary on April 28, 1990 and she survives. Jay was a production manager for 26...

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