Obituaries

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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....

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...

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....

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,...

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...

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...

Sep 19, 2023

Dorthy J. Ross, 90, of Rochester, passed away on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at Lewis Memorial Christian Village in Springfield, IL.

Dorthy was born on January 31, 1933, in Pleasant Plains, IL., the daughter of Russell J. and Frances M. (Ferguson) Marcussen. She married F. North Ross on February 5, 1954 in Williamsville and he preceded her...

Sep 11, 2023

Diane Kathleen Paulauskis, 77, of Springfield passed away on September 11, 2023. Diane was born in Springfield on February 4, 1946 and was the daughter of Raymond and Harriet (Stremsterfer) Gobble.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and brothers, Jay Goble and Raymond Gobble.

Diane is survived by her son, Michael Paulauskis; daughter,...

Sep 11, 2023

Kevin J. Cox, 77, of Springfield, passed away on Monday, September 11, 2023 at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield, IL. He was born on November 2, 1945 in Taylorville, Illinois to Kathryn Tarrant Cox and James R. Cox of Springfield. He was with his wife of 55 years, Linda North Cox at the time of his death as he...

Sep 9, 2023

Margaret Jane Potter, 67, of Springfield, IL passed away on Saturday September 9, 2023. Maggie was born in Springfield on April 8, 1956 and was the daughter of Richard Johnson and Alice Bisby.

She was preceded in death by both of her parents and her brother, George W. Johnson.

Maggie is survived by her daughter,...

Sep 9, 2023

Paul Freeman Bell, 92, of Springfield, formerly of Dawson, died on Saturday, September 9, 2023 at Memorial Medical Center. Paul was born on December 24, 1930, in Rochester, IL. the son of Claude "Buddie" and Julia Eva (Baltrunas) Bell. He married Cleon Leach on August 5, 1951. They were married for 68 years before she preceded him in death...

Sep 8, 2023

Evelyn L. (Evers) Ramsey, 95, of Rochester, passed away on Friday, September 8, 2023 at Memorial Medical Center surrounded by her family.

Evelyn was born on May 26, 1928, in Newmansville, Illinoisl the daughter of Fred G. Evers and Edith (Watkins) Evers. She married Raymond Ramsey of Rochester, Illinois on November 18, 1950 at St. Paul's Evangelical...