Nicholas C Allard
Oct 16, 2024
Nicholas C. Allard, 37 of Taylorville Illinois passed away on October 16, 2024. Nikki was born in Anchorage, Alaska on December 15, 1986, the son of Vickie L. Allard.
He is survived by his grandfather, Eric Allard; mother, Vickie Allard; wife, Megan Allard; daughter, Seyfina Pocrnich; grandson, Legend Painter; son, Lance Allard; granddaughters, Amiah Allard and Amoura...
Kevin Ray Goatley
Oct 14, 2024
Kevin Ray Goatley, 63, of Springfield, passed away on Monday, October 14, 2024 at his residence.
Kevin was born on December 28, 1960, in Pana, IL, the son of Duane and Carolee (Tipsword) Goatley.
Kevin worked as a Sous Chef at Bauer's and the Crowne Plaza, was an avid bowler and bowled several 300 games....
Joseph D Irwin
Oct 14, 2024
Joseph Duncan Irwin, 57, of Pleasant Plains, IL passed away on Monday October 14, 2024 surrounded by family.
Joe was born in Springfield, IL on January 28, 1967 the son of Arthur Clyde and Patricia (Hogden) Irwin.
He was preceded in death by his father, Arthur Clyde and sister, Anne Nichols.
Joe is...
Raymond Kurniskie
Oct 13, 2024
Raymond Kurniskie, 90, of Springfield, passed away on Sunday, October 13, 2024 at Springfield Memorial Hospital. Raymond was born on December 7, 1934, in Springfield, the son of George and Opal (Young) Kurniskie. He married Dorothy Denton and she preceded him death on March 14, 2021. Raymond was a member of the NRA, Vice President of the Abe Lincoln...
David William Geist
Oct 12, 2024
David William Geist, 65, of Springfield, IL passed away on Saturday October 12, 2024.
David was born in Springfield, IL on June 9, 1959 and was the son of James and Marjorie (Cantrall) Geist.
When he was a young man, David enlisted in the United States Navy and served his country. He enjoyed throwing horseshoes...
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...
