Obituaries

Apr 14, 2022

Mary Lynn Culler, age 85 of Springfield, passed away on April 14, 2022 at Carriage Crossing Senior Living of Taylorville. She was born in Springfield, IL on March 30, 1937 to Henry and Clara L. (Long) Gebben.

She married Arthur F. Culler in 1987. He preceded her in death in 2004. She is also preceded in death...

Apr 13, 2022

Lee A. Spurgeon, 82, of Rochester, passed away on Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at his home.

Lee was born on October 26, 1939, in Rochester, the son of Vernon and Mabel (Wright) Spurgeon. He married Janet Leach on January 25, 1963 and they shared 59 years together.

He is survived by his wife, Janet; son,...

Apr 10, 2022

Steven R. Haines, 65, of Rochester, passed away on Sunday, April 10, 2022 at his residence.

Steve was born on December 17, 1956, in Springfield, the son of Herbert and Annabelle (Ramsey) Haines. Steve graduated from Glenwood High School in 1974, during which time he was involved with Glenwood Singers and also played in the band. He...

Apr 4, 2022

Susan Marie Edwards, 62, of Springfield passed away at Reflections in Chatham on Monday April 4, 2022.

Susan was born in Kalamazoo, MI on October 20, 1959 the daughter of Wayne Edwards and Janet (Olson) Edwards.

She was preceded in death by numerous Aunts and Uncles.

Susan is survived by her parents, Wayne...

Apr 3, 2022

J. Lorraine (Lori)  Kinkade, 70, of Buckeye, AZ, formerly of Rochester, IL, passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2022 at her home with her husband and daughter in attendance after a valiant battle with cancer. Lorraine was born on April 26, 1951, in Springfield, the daughter of John R. and Myrtle E. (Price) Kinkade. She attended Rochester Schools and...

Apr 3, 2022

Lee S. Baker, 90, of Edinburg, passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2022 at his home.

Lee was born on November 25, 1931, in Southfork Township, the son of Herman and Ola (Lee) Baker.

He married Joyce A. Hargis on January 18, 1953 at Sharpsburg United Methodist Church and she preceded him in death on...

Apr 1, 2022

David Kirby Warren, 68, of Springfield, passed away on Friday April 1, 2022.

David was born on November 8, 1953 the son of Frank and Mary (Conlon) Warren.

David worked for the United States Postal Service as a letter carrier, retiring after 35 years of service. He had a connection with the funeral home because...

Mar 31, 2022

Thurla Mae Richards passed away peacefully at her home on March 31, 2022 in Lincoln, Illinois.

She was born September 5, 1929 in Alton to Russell Allen and Catherine Elizabeth McGregor Barnard. She grew up in Athensville and graduated from Greenfield High School in 1947.  She married Robert W. Richards on December 24, 1948 in Springfield. He...

Mar 31, 2022

Stephen Willard Franklin, 66, passed away peacefully in his home on March 31, 2022 in the company of his family.

Born on October 18, 1955 to Gillis and Helen (Miller) Franklin, Stephen was a life-long resident of Edinburg. He was a devoted husband and father, who enjoyed spending time outdoors and camping with his family and dogs....

Mar 30, 2022

David K. Smith, 64 of Tucson, AZ, formerly of Springfield, died Wednesday, March 30th at his residence. Visitation will be held on Friday, June 24, from 10:00AM until the time of the Memorial Service at 11:00AM at Wilson Park Funeral Home, 200 E. Main St. in Rochester. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Association or the...

Mar 29, 2022

Timothy W. Cunningham, 54 of Springfield, IL passed away at his home on Tuesday March 29, 2022.

Timothy was born in Springfield, IL on November 15, 1967 the son of Robert Cunningham and Ruth (Gounds) Cunningham.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Hall; his parents; brothers, Randy and Rodney Cunningham; sisters, Nancy...

Mar 28, 2022

Nellie Marie Pryor, 81 of Springfield passed away on March 28, 2022 in the company of her family.

Nellie was born on March 29, 1940 in Springfield and was the daughter of William N. Widner and Nellie E. Widner.

She was married to her husband Bob Pryor for 52 years. Nellie is survived by her...

Mar 26, 2022

Jean Ann (Todd) Harbour, 63, of Springfield, passed away on Saturday, March 26, 2022 at St. John's Hospital.

Jean Ann was born on February 6, 1959, in Springfield, the daughter of James and Evelyn (Merry) Todd.

She enjoyed crafts, and spending time with her family and friends.

Jean Ann is preceded in death...

Mar 26, 2022

Robert "Mike" Jordan, 63, of Springfield, IL passed away on Saturday March 26, 2022 at Memorial Medical Center in the company of his family. Mike was born in Springfield on April 2, 1958 the son of Charles E. and Sharon P. (Davis) Jordan.

Mike was preceded in death by his father, Charles. He is survived by his...

Mar 23, 2022

Suzanne J. "Sue" Price, 98, of Springfield passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 23, 2022. Sue was born on January 26, 1924, was adopted in infancy, and raised by Frank C. and Dorothy N. Jones of Springfield. Sue attended and graduated from Lawrence Grade and Springfield High Schools. She began working at CIPS while in high school and continued...

Mar 22, 2022

Albertus "Bert" Gaylord Barber, 90, of Springfield, died March 22, 2022.

He was born on July 11, 1931, to Albertus Gaylord and Thelma Barber in Decatur, IL.

Bert attended Bement High School and was raised in Milmine, IL.

He was married to Deloris Barber on October 20, 1990.  He was previously married to...

Mar 18, 2022

David A. Kozelka, 90, of Springfield, passed away on Friday, March 18, 2022 at Cedarhurst of Springfield. David was born in Chicago, on October 14, 1931, the son of Robert and Miriam (Ashley) Kozelka. He married Reba Stanton on June 9, 1956 in Loami.

David was a member of Lakeside Christian Church where he served as an...

Mar 18, 2022

William Ray Harris, 73, of Springfield, IL passed away at his home on Friday March 18, 2022. William was born in Springfield, IL on March 29, 1948 the son of Gene and Betty (Scott) Harris.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Gary Harris; son, William E. Harris; daughter, Kimberly A. Harris; wife, Rose Harris;...

Mar 18, 2022

It is with great sadness that the family of Donald (Bud) E Norman Sr announce his passing on the 18th of March 2022. Bud passed away at the age of 87 with his family by his side

Bud will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 67 years Donna L Norman, His 2 sons Donald (bud) Jr...

Mar 16, 2022

Gary Wayne Lane, 72, of Dawson, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at his home.

Gary was born on March 19, 1949, in Springfield, the son of Kenneth C. and Dorothy Elizabeth (Richards) Lane. He attended and graduated from Tri-City High School in 1967. Gary loved hunting, gardening and socializing with his friends.

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