Dewain Leon Hilliard
Oct 11, 2024
Dewain Leon Hilliard, 86, of Springfield, IL passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024.
Dewain was born in Torch, MO on April 17, 1938 the son of Samuel L. Hilliard and Letha (Short) Hilliard.
Dewain enlisted in the United States Air Force from May 1955 to January 1959. He married Mavis Kirby on September 11,...
Mary Lou (Jordan) Harter
Oct 9, 2024
Mary Lou Harter, 87, of Illiopolis, passed away on October 9, 2024 at Pana Rehab and Health Center surrounded by her family. She was born on July 24, 1937 in East St. Louis, the daughter of William and Ruth Jordan. She married Virgil Harter on September 13, 1954 and he preceded her in death on December 3, 2007. They...
William Ray Burris Sr.
Oct 4, 2024
William Ray Burris Sr., of Springfield, IL passed away in the company of his family on Friday October 4th, 2024.
Ray was born in Kentucky on July 14th, 1934 the son of James and Nonia Burris. He was preceded in death by his parents as well as two brothers; two sisters; and his son, W. Ray Burris...
George Edward Hensey
Oct 3, 2024
George Edward Hensey, 87, of Rochester, Illinois, passed away October 3, 2024, in the comfort of home, surrounded by his family, following a lengthy illness.
He was born June 9,1937, in Springfield, Illinois to George F. and Wilma L. Hensey.
Surviving are Maryann Carol (Wathern), wife of 61 years (Married July 20, 1963); sister, Linda...
William "Billy" D Whitcomb Jr.
Sep 29, 2024
William David Whitcomb Jr., 56, of Springfield passed away on Sunday September 29, 2024.
Billy was born in Springfield on September 29, 1968 and was the son of William D. Whitcomb Sr. and Maggie A. Roth.
He was preceded in death by his father and wife Barbara L. Whitcomb.
Billy is survived by...
Anna Maria Praia
Sep 23, 2024
Anna Maria Praia, 66, sadly passed away on Monday September 23,2024 in Riverton, IL.
She was born in Partinico, Sicily, Italy on August 2,1958, is the daughter of Vito Praia and Francesca Paola Bono; both preceded her in death.
She was the oldest sister of Pete Praia and Edward Praia.
She married Domenico...
La'Deja Monnay Taylor
Sep 22, 2024
La'Deja Monnay Taylor was born on September 22, 2024 the daughter of Deja M. Jefferson of Springfield. She passed the same day at St. John's Hospital. She was a beautiful baby girl that will always be cherished by her family.
Michelle Sue (Lyons) Smith
Sep 22, 2024
Michelle Sue (Lyons) Smith, 58, of Dawson, IL passed away on Sunday September 22, 2024 in the company of her family.
Michelle was born in Rockford, IL on March 5, 1966 and was the daughter of George Lyons and Mary Carter.
She is survived by her husband, Mike Smith of Dawson; daughter, Tiffany Lyons Matthews...
Alaya Richelle Hunter
Sep 21, 2024
Alaya Richelle Hunter came into this world on Saturday September 21, 2024 and passed later that day. She was born into a loving family, the daughter of Thomas and Amanda (Tucker) Hunter.
She is also survived by her sister, Kaylee Tucker; sister, Alivia Hunter; brother, Thomas Hunter Jr.; grandparents, Les and Marcie Hunter; grandmother, Mary Magerl; grandfather,...
Linda K. Wilson
Sep 21, 2024
On Saturday September 21, 2024 Linda Krimmel Wilson, loving wife and mother of two, passed away at the age of 84.
Born on February 21, 1940, in Springfield, Illinois, Linda graduated from Lanphier High School in 1958. She earned her degree in secondary education from the University of Illinois in Champaign in 1962 and dedicated her career...
Pamula Lee (Cox) Nevins
Sep 21, 2024
Pamula Lee Nevins, 81, of Edinburg, formerly of Rochester, passed away at 12:22 p.m. Saturday, September 21st, 2024, at HSHS St. John's Hospital.
She was born June 1st, 1943, in Danville, IL to Ralph William and Thedelma Nicinna Gray Cox. She married Thomas Duggan Nevins on August 5, 1962, in Springfield. She is survived by her husband...
Frances Mae (Brachear) Lauchner
Sep 20, 2024
Frances Mae Lauchner, 95, of Highland, formerly of Rochester, IL. passed away on Friday, September 20, 2024 at Cedarhurst of Highland. Frances was born on March 30, 1929, in Spaulding, IL. the daughter of Aubrey M. and Viola (Raylots) Brachear. She married Herbert M. Lauchner on June 25, 1947 and he preceded her in death in 2009.
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Billie Ray Woods
Sep 19, 2024
Billie Ray Woods, aged 69, passed away on September 19, 2024, in Springfield, Illinois. Born on December 24, 1954 in Shreveport, Louisiana, Billie lived a life marked by hard work, a passion for the outdoors and a deep commitment to his family and community.
A man of many interests and talents, Billie was known for his caring...
Richard Gary Bell
Sep 13, 2024
Richard Gary Bell, 75, of Pana, IL, passed away on September 13, 2024 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL, surrounded by family.
Richard was born on November 17, 1948, in Springfield, IL, the son of William and Dorothy (Fields) Bell.
Richard joined the United States Marine Corps and served in Vietnam and was awarded...
Brian Lee Wilde
Sep 3, 2024
Brian Lee Wilde, 63, of Springfield, IL passed away on Tuesday September 3, 2024. Brian was born in Springfield on December 20, 1960 the son of Thomas and Dolores (Eck) Wilde.
He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, Paul and Elizabeth Eck; brother, Bert Wilde and his beloved pug Toby.
Brian is survived...
Leslie D Claycomb Jr.
Sep 2, 2024
Leslie Claycomb Jr, went home to the Lord on September 2, 2024 with family by his side. Les was born in Springfield, Illinois on August 17, 1953. He married Nina L. Claycomb on November 30, 1974. She preceded him in death October 1, 2023.
Les enlisted in the US Air Force in 1976. He was stationed at...
Darlene E. (Lavine) Kline
Aug 31, 2024
Darlene E. Kline, 89, of Rochester, passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at Carriage Crossing Senior Living in Rochester, IL. Darlene was born in Forest Park, IL., on May 13, 1935, the daughter of Henry and Jeanne (DuBois) Lavine. She married Jack E. Kline on June 10, 1955, and he preceded her in death on August 10, 2012....
Donald Dean Wilson
Aug 31, 2024
Donald Dean Wilson, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at the age of 85.
Born on April 15, 1939, in Murphysboro, Illinois. Donald was a graduate of Marion High School (1957) and went on to earn a degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana, followed...
Joann (Jody) Lucille Fairchild
Aug 27, 2024
Joann (Jody) Lucille Fairchild, 53, of Fairborn, Ohio, passed away on August 27, 2024. She was born in Christian County on February 10, 1971. Joann was graduated from Rochester High School in 1990 and eventually moved to Fairborn, Ohio where she lived until her death. Joann is survived by her mother, Barbara J. Fairchild of Springfield; father, Roger E....
Melanie (Carmichael) Anderson
Aug 23, 2024
On August 23, 2024, Melanie Anderson, a beloved resident of Rochester, IL, for many years, passed away at the age of 72 in her home in Port Orange, FL. She was born on January 14, 1952, in Kansas City, MO, to B. Wayne Carmichael and Mary Kathrine Carmichael. Melanie was known for her enduring kindness and generosity, which endeared...
