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Glenda Lynn Church, 78, of Decatur, Il passed away 1:01 AM, April 21, 2026 at Flanagan Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, Flanagan, IL. Arrangements are incomplete at Calvert Funeral Home, Maroa, IL.
Kenneth Leo Lynch 64 of Clinton, IL, formerly of Lane, IL passed away 1:31 AM, April 17, 2026 at his residence, Clinton, IL.
A Celebration of Kenny’s life will be 6 PM Wednesday April 22, 2026 at the Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL. Private family burial will be at Oak Park Cemetery, Clinton, IL at a later date.
Memorials may be directed to Cancer Care Center, Decatur, IL.
Kenneth was born May 13, 1961 in Clinton, Illinois the son of Albert Leo and Gladys (Murphy) Lynch. Kenneth and William started their journey together January 17, 2005.
Kenny leaves behind his longtime companion, William Manion, Clinton, IL. He is also survived by his loving sister, Judy (Robert) Van Fossan, Clinton, IL; nephew, Shane (Abby) Van Fossan, Heyworth, IL; his great niece and nephew, Hadley and Weldon, Heyworth, IL; his dear cousin, LaDonna Barringer, Lane, IL and her family. LaDonna, Judy, and Kenny all grew up together in Lane. Kenny leaves behind his stepchildren: Tara (Will), Seth (Rachel), Cody (Jessica) and all their children including one great-grandchild.
Kenny was preceded in death by his parents, and three nephews.
Kenny graduated from Clinton High school. He worked at Revere Copper and Brass, Inc. Clinton, IL and for the last 25 years he worked at Progressive Impressions, Bloomington, IL and Taylor Corporation in printing. He was an avid fan of Spring and Summer. Kenny loved going to Florida and spending time on the beach and ocean. Kenny loved dogs and always had one to take care of.
A special thanks to the Cancer Care Center in Decatur that treated him like family. He was a very kind, compassionate, quiet soul who will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com
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Martha Ann Bray, 73 of Clinton, IL passed away 11:29 AM, April 16, 2026 at Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Normal, IL.
Services will be 11 AM Monday, April 20, 2026 at Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with Pastor Darrel Howard officiating. Private family burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, Clinton, IL. Visitation will be 9 – 11 AM Monday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Martha was born June 5, 1952 in Clinton, IL the daughter of Sherman B. and Harriet (Taylor) Buck. She married Bob Bray June 20, 1970 in Clinton, IL.
Survivors include her husband, Bob Bray, Clinton, IL; children, Sarah (Scott Filipiak) Ehrmantraut, Cincinnati, OH, Cade Bray, Clinton, IL; four grandchildren, Chelsi (Kevin) Fisher, McKenna Ehrmantraut, Alex Filipiak and Antonio Filipiak; three great grandchildren, Bentley Fisher, Sawyer Fisher, Noah Fisher; and mother-in-law, Thora Bray, Clinton, IL.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Martha was a lifelong animal lover, loyal friend, and loving wife, mom, nana and great-nana.
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Rose Mary Smith, 63 of Clinton, IL, passed away 11:50 PM April 13, 2026 at her home in Clinton, IL.
Services will be 10 A.M. Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with Pastor Jonathan Roberson officiating. Visitation will be 9 – 10 A.M. Tuesday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be directed to the Rose Mary Smith Memorial Fund.
Rose Mary was born October 1, 1962 in Moweaqua, IL the daughter of Brady and Rose Lee (Smith) Smith.
I was at the grocery store when you passed. I picked out baby’s breath and some pretty flowers to fill the empty vase in my apartment. I didn’t know you were gone yet. I didn’t know when you called, and it went to voicemail, those would be the last words you ever spoke to me, mommy. I didn’t know our last hug was our last hug. I didn’t know our last “I love you”, would be our final “I love you”. The world is funny, mommy. I think it knew that your pain was starting to get too heavy for you, so it gave it to me. But don’t worry mom, I’ll carry it for both of us. I’ll take the weight off of you. And finally, mommy, I think I will set it all down. I can leave it there and let it go. It won’t hurt anymore. I’ve finally learned that we can leave the vase empty mom, because all of the pretty flowers in the world could never be enough to fill it.
Survivors include her daughter, Patricia Rose Smith; siblings, Evelyn Beightel, Clinton, IL, Alvin Smith, Ridge, TN, Julie Moore, Clinton, IL, Clifford Smith, Clinton, IL, and Crystal McConnell, Lafayette, IN.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and her brother, Dennis Smith.
Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com
Farmer City -- Jeanetta WB Snipes, 89, of Urbana, formerly of Farmer City, went to be with her Lord and Saviour on Monday, April 13, 2026, at 2:30 a.m. at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana.
A Celebration of her life will be held at a later date.
Jeanetta Jones was born on December 10, 1936, in Booneville, Missouri, the daughter of Roy Winiford and Irene Nellie McLean Jones. She was united in marriage to the love of her life, Archie Ray Snipes, on February 14, 1953. She couldn't wait to be reunited with him. He preceded her in death on December 8, 2014.
Surviving Jeanetta are her three children: Thressa (Bryan) Todd, Allen Snipes, and Greg (Lori) Snipes; nine grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great-grandchildren, plus another great-great-grandchild coming soon; and one brother-in-law, Jerry Snipes.
Jeannetta lived at Prairie Winds Assisted Living in Urbana. She enjoyed sharing her faith in Jesus with other residents and staff. She loved hanging out with her grandchildren.
She enjoyed going on car rides and fast food. She loved her dog Toby and was looking forward to seeing him again.
Jeanetta was the former owner of Angel Bear Ceramics in Farmer City and Allied Printing in Mahomet.
Memorials may be made to her family.
Peasley Funeral Home in Lincoln, IL, is in charge of arrangements.
Helen A. Stites passed away at the age of 99 on April 9 in Grand Junction,Colorado surrounded by her family. Helen was born on May 12,1926 in Charleston, Illinois. She was the daughter of Logan and Aileen (Schneiter) Highland.
She married Stanley J.Stites on June 22,1946. Surviving are three daughters: Cheryl (Mike) Masters of Grand Junction,Connie Konya(John Baker) of Woodmont, CT, and Carol (Jim) Borman of Manitowoc, WI. Her grandchildren are Leanne (Phil) Kelly, Jonathan(Carley) Konya, Josh Masters, Anna Konya, Logan and Kyle Stokes. Five great grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by her husband,their daughter Cynthia “Caitlyn Stanley”, son-in-law John Konya, great grandson Howlen Konya, as well as her siblings.
Helen moved to Grand Junction following Stan’s death in 2019. At Eastern Illinois University she attended the Lab School as well as two years of college. Stan and Helen lived in Chicago while Stan attended podiatry school. They moved to Clinton in 1953. She assisted in the family business of printing and advertising and also worked in the Clinton school system in secretarial positions and as a library assistant. Helen enjoyed sewing, reading, and flower gardening. Her interest in Abraham Lincoln’s years as an Illinois circuit attorney led her to research, write and publish the book Finding Lincoln in Dewitt County. She also wrote a play, Remembering Lincoln, which was based on her research of the local church members’ responses to Lincoln’s assasination. It was performed at the Presbyterian Church. Helen was a member of the Lincoln Heritage Committee, Friends of the Library, and a Board Member of the Dewitt County Museum for nearly 50 years.
A private graveside service will be held in Charleston in June where Helen and Stan will unite for what would have been their 80th anniversary. Memorials may be directed to the Clinton United Methodist Church or the Dewitt County Museum.
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Dicksie R. Blankenship, 89, of Clinton, IL passed away 4:35 PM, April 8, 2026 at Lincoln Village, Lincoln, IL.
Services will be 11 AM, Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at Weldon United Methodist Church, Weldon, IL with Rev. Gary Fairchild officiating. Burial will follow at Weldon Cemetery, Weldon, IL. There will be no visitation. Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be directed to Traditions Hospice, DOVE, or the Dicksie Blankenship Memorial Fund.
Dicksie was born October 3, 1936 in Ohio the daughter of Nundor and Ruthie Smaller. She married William T. “Bill” Blankenship April 16, 1955 at Williams Airforce Base, AZ. He passed away April 7, 2013.
Survivors include her children: Elizabeth Baker, Clinton, IL and Donald L. (Melody) Blankenship, Rapid River, MI; four grandchildren: Timothy (Meghan) Baker, Clinton, IL; Shannon (Frank) Sevick, Indiana; Surena Saiter, Indiana; and Sydney Young, Rapid River, MI; seven great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren.
Dicksie was preceded in death by her parents and daughter, Mary Ellen Snyder.
Dicksie was a member of the Weldon United Methodist Church. She worked at DOVE and in the dietary department at the nursing home in Farmer City. Dicksie would collect wheelchairs, walkers, and crutches and would donate them to various organizations to give to people in need. |
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Atlanta, IL – Robert Kevin Blythe, 73, of Atlanta, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026, at Carle BroMenn Medical Center in Normal.
Visitation will be held at Quiram-Peasley Funeral Home on Friday, April 10, 2026, from 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Masonic Rites will begin at 7:00 p.m.
Graveside Services and Burial will be held at the Keller Cemetery in Lovington on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.
Robert Kevin Blythe was born June 25, 1952, in Decatur, the son of Robert Eugene and Ruie Moses Blythe. He was united in marriage to Jeannine Elder on December 15, 1979. She survives.
Kevin is also survived by children: Nanette (Keith) Mathews, Leslie (Sean) Masterson, and Josh (Michele) Brown; son-in-law Marshall Mikesell; grandchildren: Blade Mathews, Summer Mathews, Chuck Mathews, Emily Masterson, Jillian Masterson, Ellie Grace Masterson, Anna Mei Masterson, Molly Masterson, Cullen Masterson, Avarie Brown, Emmett Brown, Colton Bradshaw, Cameran (Erin) Bradshaw, Gracie Bradshaw, Josie Mikesell, and Rowan Mikesell; and great-granddaughter Julia Bradshaw; and one sister: Debra (Steven) Brown.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and daughter Lori Mikesell.
Kevin graduated from Lovington High School and then Lakeland Community College. He had worked for Thermogas as a manager and for Armtech as an insurance adjuster and supervisor. He was a member of the Atlanta United Methodist Church and Atlanta Masonic Lodge #165 A.F. & A.M. where he had served as Master at least 14 times. Kevin loved raising horses and in his spare time worked with leather and repaired saddles. He volunteered with the Atlanta Fire Department and the Logan County Mounted Police, “The Posse.”
Memorials may be made to the Atlanta Rescue Squad.
Final arrangements are entrusted with Quiram-Peasley Funeral Home of Atlanta.
Tracy Ann Flannery, 55, of Clinton, IL passed away 8:28 AM, April 3, 2026 at Audrey Court, Clinton, IL.
Services will be 11 AM Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with Pastor Nick Blacklidge officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, Clinton, IL. Visitation will be 10 – 11 AM Tuesday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be directed to the Special Olympics.
Tracy was born April 18, 1970 in Chicago, IL the daughter of Jerome Flannery and Shirley (Hampe) Flannery, Folz.
Survivors include her uncle and aunt, William and Frieda Kay Hampe, Aurora, IL; aunt, Phyllis Hampe, Merrillville, IN; cousins; Joseph (Christine) Hampe, Augusta, ME, Patricia (James) Pochron, Crown Point, IN; and long-time companion, Donald Welch, Clinton, IL.
Tracy was preceded in death by her parents.
Tracy was very involved with and competed in the Special Olympics in her youth winning many medals. She greatly enjoyed bowling and swimming along with being an avid Chicago White Sox fan.
Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com
David William Becker, 75, of Farmer City, IL passed away 11:58 AM, April 2, 2026 at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana, IL.
Services will be 11 AM Monday, April 13, 2026 at Calvert Funeral Home, DeLand, IL with Pastor Jonathan Roberson officiating. Burial will follow at DeLand Cemetery, DeLand, IL with Military Honors. Visitation will be 10 – 11 AM Monday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be directed to the DeLand American Legion Post #102.
David was born December 16, 1950 in Monticello, IL the son of Lyle G. and Norma M. (Smith) Becker. He married Valorie Dale Nettleton February 17, 1973 in DeLand, IL.
Survivors include his wife, Valorie Dale Becker, Farmer City, IL, children, Michele (Ryan) Hobbs, Bellflower, IL and Bradley Becker, Bellflower, IL, two grandchildren, brothers, Kenneth (Sharon) Becker, DeLand, IL and Joe (Debbie) Robbins, Stokesdale, NC.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Tony Becker; and one sister, Kathy Becker.
David served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War and was truck driver. The biggest joy in his life was spending time with his family.
Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com
Maroa, IL - Cheryl M. Agee, 59, of Maroa, passed away at her home surrounded by her family on Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Cheryl Marie Miles was born on May 3, 1966, in Monticello, the daughter of Bruce Lee and Norma Lee Miles. On July 14, 1989, she married Woodrow Terrell Agee. He survives.
Cheryl graduated from the Maroa-Forsyth High School in 1984. She worked a few jobs before starting her career at Millikin University in the mailroom where she made all students and faculty feel welcome and loved, and at Ameren as a security officer. Her goal was to always support her family and be a friend to all those who knew her.
Her hobbies included watching her sons play sports, doing photography, and spending time with family and friends; she loved playing with her grandchildren.
Cheryl was a woman of strength, grace, and unwavering love for her family. Even in the face of her illness, she carried herself with resilience and a spirit that inspired everyone around her. She had a way of making people seen, valued, and deeply loved — whether through her kind words, her laughter, or simply her presence.
Along with her husband, surviving are her two sons, Andrew (Lauren) Agee and Aaron (Camilyn) Agee; two grandchildren, Ayden and Emma Agee; her father, Bruce Lee Miles; two sisters, Tammy (Bill) Rentmeister and Connie (Mike) Solimanto; one brother, Ed (Shelli) Miles; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive.
She was preceded in death by her mother Norma Miles, sister Debbie Cook, and nephew Evan Workman.
Memorials may be made to the Maroa-Forsyth High School Baseball program.
Graveside services for Cheryl will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Maroa Township Cemetery, and will be followed by a celebration of life at the Maroa Community Center (119 W Main St, Maroa, IL 61756) at 12:00 p.m. Any and all are welcome to attend both. If you know Cheryl, she never turned anyone away and would like all to remember and celebrate her.
Peasley Funeral Home in Lincoln is assisting the family with arrangements.
Ellen K. (Moberly) West, 78 of Clinton, IL passed away 10:09 P.M. March 28, 2026 at Gibson City Hospital, Gibson City, IL.
Services will be 11 AM Friday, April 3, 2026 at the Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with Brent Zastrow officiating. Burial will follow at Mausoleum Park Cemetery, Clinton, IL. Visitation will be 4 – 7 PM Thursday, April 2, 2026 at the funeral home.
Memorials may be directed to Clinton Eagles #593 Auxiliary Scholarship Fund.
Ellen was born January 18, 1948 in Clinton, IL the daughter of William “Bill” E. and Olive G. (Gibson) Moberly. She married Kenneth “Bill” West May 13, 1989 in Bourbonnais, IL. He passed away June 26, 2008.
Survivors include her brother, James “Jim” Moberly, Clinton, IL, stepchildren, Scott West, Buffalo, NY; Brian West, Buffalo, NY; Stephanie (David) Sawyer, Clarence, NY; David (Erin) West, Buffalo, NY, 9 step-grandchildren, Danielle Keitel; Joshua (Fiancée, Courtney Schott) West; Tyler (Julie) West; Nicolas West; Julianna West; Andrew Sawyer; Audrey Sawyer; Samuel West; Ruby West, step-great granddaughter, Emma West, and special friend & cousin, Kenova Hicks, Clinton, IL.
Ellen was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, and great grandson, Everett West.
Ellen graduated from the Clinton High School in 1966. She was an English Teacher for 34 years before retiring in 2005 from the Bradley Central Junior Highschool, then became a member of the teacher retirement system. She was a member of the Wapella Christian Church and the Clinton Eagles #593 Auxiliary. She enjoyed crocheting, golfing, tending her flowers, shopping, and especially spending time with her family.
Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com
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Marla R. Elderton, 76 of Clinton, IL passed away 9:58 AM March 20, 2026 at the Arc at Normal, Normal, IL.
No services are planned at this time. The family entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with cremation rites.
Marla was born August 25, 1949 in Clinton, IL the daughter of William and Harriet (Best) Griffin.
Survivors include her brother, John (Jan) Griffin, Clinton, IL, sister, Sarah Griffin, Lakewood, CO.
Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com
Larry W. Wickenhauser, 84, of Heyworth, IL, passed away at home Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Monday, March 23, 2026, at Calvert-Belangee-Bruce Funeral Home, Heyworth, IL. A memorial service will follow at 1:00 p.m. also at the funeral home with Pastor Carl Johnston officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the Heyworth American Legion or Heyworth Fire and EMS. Calvert-Belangee-Bruce Funeral Home of Heyworth, IL, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Larry was born July 21, 1941, in Clinton, IL, a son of Louis O. and Pearl A. (Green) Wickenhauser. He married his wife of 60 years Nancy Simpkins May 2, 1965, in Heyworth, IL. She survives.
Also surviving are two sons Jerry (Amy) Wickenhauser and Ronny (Debbie) Wickenhauser; grandchildren Adam Wickenhauser, Megan (Ed) McKinley, Austin Wickenhauser, Jack Wickenhauser, Ruth Wickenhauser, Phillip (Kaiti) Markusson, and Bradley Markusson; and one great-grandchild on the way.
He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, and one sister.
Larry worked for 30 years for Wickenhauser Construction alongside his dad and brother. He then worked as a custodian for the Heyworth Grade School for 20 years. Larry loved traveling to the Smoky Mountains. He was an avid Illini and Cub fan. Most of all, he enjoyed watching and traveling to his grandchildren’s sporting events especially Adam playing in the 2014 State Basketball Championship game and his granddaughter Megan cheerleading.
Paul Michael Schmid, 65 of Waynesville, IL, passed away March 17, 2026 at his residence, Waynesville, IL.
Visitation will be 4 – 7 PM Sunday, March 22, 2026 at Our Lady of the Prairie Parish St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Wapella, IL. Graveside services will be 10 AM Saturday, March 28, 2026 at St. Patrick Cemetery, Wapella, IL with Fr. Thomas Szydlik officiating. The family entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with arrangements.
Memorials may be directed to Wapella Fire Dept., DeWitt County Community Mental Health Board, or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Paul was born to Edward C. and Joyce E. (Wakefield) Schmid, Jr. December 31, 1960. He was the last baby born that year at the old St. Joseph Hospital in Bloomington, IL and made the newspaper.
Paul grew up on the family farm walking beans, baling hay, farming, mowing grass, and doing a lot of maintenance, building, and repairs. As a small boy, Paul loved his collection of padlocks and keys he carried around in an old woolen bag. When he was young, Paul raised rabbits and chickens, supplying the family with plenty of eggs. Paul learned to cook these eggs in bacon grease but would throw them out and start over if he broke a yolk.
He worked several jobs including Revere Copper & Brass, Portec, Syngenta, CBRE, and the Wapella Auction House. Paul recently retired from the Village of Wapella as Maintenance Supervisor. He was very skilled at fixing or repairing just about anything. Frequently, he helped out family, friends, and neighbors doing odd jobs.
He was a Wapella Wildcat, graduating in 1979. Paul overcame alcohol abuse in 1987. Since 2001, he continued to farm the homestead that has been in the family for over 100 years.
Survivors include his siblings, Judy Mowery, Heyworth, IL; Larry (Kathy) Schmid, Waynesville, IL; Marti (Rene Stidham) Schmid, Macks Creek, MO; Chris (Fritz) Robinson, Kenney, IL; Bonnie Schmid, Clinton, IL; and Kevin (Debby) Schmid, McLean, IL, sister-in-law, Jane Schmid, Heyworth, IL, uncles, Charles Thomas, Waynesville, IL; and Jim Easter, AZ; along with many nieces & nephews, great nieces & nephews, cousins, and special friends.
Paul was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Steve Schmid and Philip Schmid, sister-in-law, Margaret Schmid, and brother-in-law, Larry Mowery.
The family would like to give a special “Thank you” to the Wapella Fire Department, DeWitt County EMS, and DeWitt County Sherriff’s Department.
Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com
Linda A. Levesque, 80 of Kenney, IL formerly of Mechanic Falls, ME, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2026. She was born March 19, 1945, in Rumford, ME, the daughter of Flora Soper and Clarion (Pug) Child. She married the love of her life, Robert J. Levesque Sr on Nov 26, 1971. She worked in the Bakery at Wal-Mart. She Loved to bake, especially Cakes. Also loved Bingo, Fishing, Crocheting, Playing Pool and Slots but, most of all her Husband and Family.
She is survived by Daughters Jane Spurling and husband Chris of Madrid, ME, Carol Kinder and husband Buzz of Ramah, CO; Jacqueline Pelletier and husband Bob of Poland, ME, Cynthia Bolduc and husband Marcel of Auburn, ME, Julie Emerson and husband Ken of Poland, ME, Sons John Ethridge and wife Beth of Prentiss Township, ME, and Billy Ethridge also of Prentiss Township, ME; David Levesque and wife Leanne of Kenney, IL, Sister Clarissa (Ricky) Collins of Auburn, ME, Brothers Harold Soper Jr. of Auburn, ME, Donald Soper of Auburn, ME, Bruce Soper and wife Liz LeBlanc also of Auburn, ME, also several grandchildren; great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
She is predeceased by husband Robert J. Levesque, Sr; parents Flora Soper and Stepfather Harold Soper Sr. and Clarion (Pug) Child and stepmother Dorothy Child; 2 Stepsons Robert Levesque Jr., and Stephen M. Levesque; Daughter Shannon Levesque; Sister Susan Bowden, Brothers Norman Child, Robert (Bobby) Soper, Irvin Child.
Family and friends may attend visiting Hours on from 2:30 – 3:30 PM Saturday, March 21, 2026 at Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL followed by funeral services at 3:30 PM with Fr. Thomas Szydlik officiating. There will be a small Graveside Service sometime this summer at the Riverside Annex Cemetery, Paris Hill Rd., South Paris.
We Love and Miss you Mom!!!
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Paula K. Mills, 77, of Clinton, IL passed away 4:42 PM, March 12, 2026 at Vonderlieth Living Center, Mt. Pulaski, IL, where she received exceptional care for the last seven months.
Services will be 10:30 AM Saturday, March 21, 2026 at the Clinton United Methodist Church, Clinton, IL with Pastor Darrell Howard officiating. Burial will follow at Mausoleum Park Cemetery, Clinton, IL. Visitation will be 5 – 7 PM Friday, March 20, 2026 at the church. Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the DeWitt County Friendship Center, the DeWitt County 4-H Foundation, or the Clinton United Methodist Church.
Paula was born July 27, 1948 in Peoria, IL the daughter of Rev. Richard and Evelyn (Droll) Denmark. She married David D. Mills April 17, 1971 in Minonk, IL.
Survivors include her husband, David D. Mills, Clinton, IL; children: Marc (Ginger) Mills, Savoy, IL, Carey (Joe) Trimby, Clinton, IL; and Jon (Bobbie) Mills, Jacksonville, IL; seven grandchildren: Lauren, Ethan, Logan, Morgan, Carson, Kaleb, and Jackson; sisters, Dee Denmark and Connie Denmark; and cousins Tim Smith and Ben Smith also survive.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and uncle and aunt, Robert and Janice Smith.
Paula was a longtime member of the Clinton United Methodist Church where she was active in the United Methodist Women, Mary Circle, and served on the Staff Parish Relations Committee among others. Paula’s parents were United Methodist clergy. Faith and serving was important to Paula. Paula worked at Westminster Village in Bloomington, IL and at the DOVE Center in Clinton. She served on the DeWitt Co. Friendship Center Board and the DeWitt Co. 4-H Foundation Board.
Paula’s life revolved around faith, family, and serving others. She will be missed by her family, friends, and all who were blessed to know her.
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Bryan “Howie” Reeves, 78, of Clinton, IL passed away 11:30 AM, March 10, 2026 at his residence, Clinton, IL.
A celebration of Howie’s life will be August 23, 2026.The location of the celebration will be announced at a later date. Calvert Funeral Home Clinton, IL is handling arrangements.
Memorials may be directed to Second Chance Pet Adoption.
Bryan was born August 23, 1947 in Winipeg Manitoba, Canada the son of Jack and Joan Reeves. He married Cathy Galyean September 9, 2006 in Clinton, IL. She passed away May 4, 2007.
Survivors include his daughter, Nicole K. (Jacob) Worthington, Clinton, IL; grandchildren, Tyler (Charlene) Trachsel Normal, IL Travis Trachsel, Fairbury, IL Cole Powell, Lexington, IL; siblings David Reeves, Canada and Linda Reeves, Winipeg Manitoba, Canada. Also the love of his life Debra Willhoite Flanagan, IL. He will be deeply missed by Ashley (Justin) Barlow and their children Lanie, Linley and Jetson.
Bryan was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers John and Glenn and one sister Lorna.
Bryan was an electrician for many years. He was a lover of country music and animals but most of all enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Bryan donated his body to science in the hope of finding a cure for Alzheimers. |
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Eileen H. Volle, 98, formerly of rural Mt. Pulaski, IL passed away 10:05 AM, February 26, 2026 at St. Clara’s Manor, Lincoln, IL.
Private Family Graveside services were Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at Laenna Cemetery, Chestnut, Il. with Pastor Nick Blacklidge officiating. The family entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with arrangements.
Memorials may be directed to the Humane Society of Logan County.
Eileen was born September 21, 1927 in Cairo, IL the daughter of Henry and Virgie (Lee) Smith. She married Charles Volle September 9, 1945 in Chestnut, Il. He passed away March 11, 1995.
Survivors include her children, Terry Sue (Robert) Veach, Atlanta, IL; Sarah (Mike) Hall, Bearden, AR; and Louis (Rebecca) Volle, rural Mt. Paulaski, IL; six grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents and twin sister, Pauline Stauffer; two brothers and three sisters.
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David Allen Church, 49 of Maroa, IL passed away 11:28 AM March 11, 2026 at Flanagan Rehabilitation and Healthcare, Flanagan, IL.
Masonic services will be 11 AM, Saturday, March 14, 2026 at Calvert Funeral Home, Maroa, IL with religious services following with Rev. Julie Dowler officiating. Burial will follow at the Maroa Cemetery, Maroa, IL. Visitation will be 10-11 AM, Saturday at the funeral Home. The family requests casual attire.
Memorials may be directed to the Maroa Fire Department, Maroa Masonic Lodge, or the National Kidney Foundation.
David was born October 1, 1976 in Decatur, IL the son of Glenda Lynn (Thomas) Church.
Survivors include his mother, Glenda Lynn Church, Decatur, IL; sisters, Michelle (Arin) Reinhart, Tuscola, IL and Julie (Jeff) Crabtree, Maroa, IL; nieces and nephews: Morgan (Cody) Glick, Forsyth, IL; Makaylee (Colton Gruen) Church, Cerro Gordo, IL; Maggie Crabtree, Bloomington, IL; Austin Church, Decatur, IL; Olivia Crabree, Chicago, IL; and Dalton Scott, Fort Riley, KS; great-nieces and nephews: Easton Gruen, Briella Gruen, and Kollyns Glick.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Daniel Lee Church.
David worked as a surveyor for Bill Faulkner and ended his working career at Caterpillar as a Security Shift Supervisor. From 1995 thru July 2008, David served on the Maroa Fire Department and was a lieutenant for the last two years of his service. In July 2001, David received his EMT license. David was a member of the Maroa Masonic Lodge #454, AF & AM where he was the Chaplain chair for several years. He enjoyed fishing, loved his Fire Fighters Special Edition Harley Davidson Motorcycle. Most of all, David loved spending time with his family and friends and their children and was known as “Uncle Bubba”.
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Beverly Ann Reynolds, 89, of Clinton, IL passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 AM, Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at Calvert Funeral Home in Clinton, IL with Scott Marsh officiating. Burial will follow at DeWitt Cemetery, DeWitt, IL. Visitation is scheduled for 9 – 11 AM, Wednesday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or the DeWitt County Friendship Center.
Born on May 10, 1936 in rural DeWitt, IL, Beverly was the daughter of John D. and Delzena (Dolly) Reynolds. She married John W. Reynolds on January 25, 1954 in Covington, IN. They recently celebrated 72 years together.
Beverly was a dedicated homemaker and supportive farm wife who took great pride in caring for her family, home, and farm. She lovingly raised six children and helped John in the farming operation running farm equipment during planting and harvest season. In her leisure time, she enjoyed reading, traveling, quilting, and cooking for her large family. Beverly was especially known for her exceptional baking, delighting neighbors with her famous cinnamon rolls and cream puffs. With a wonderful sense of humor, her greatest joy came from being surrounded by family – especially her grandchildren – and listening to their stories.
She is survived by her husband, John; children, Gail (David) Piatt, Susan Faircloth, Danny (Terri) Reynolds, Beth Reynolds, and Ruth (Mike) Craig; 13 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; and sister, Debbie Bair.
Beverly was preceded in death by her parents; siblings Barbara Reynolds, David Reynolds, and Russell Reynolds; her son, Terry Reynolds; and grandson, Eric Faircloth.
A beloved woman who will be deeply missed by her family. The family extends heartfelt thanks to Memorial Hospice Care for the compassionate support provided during her final weeks. |
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Earle A. Cagle, 66, of Sherman passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026 at his home after being diagnosed with cancer.
A Visitation for Mr. Cagle will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Williamsville Christian Church in Williamsville.
A Memorial Service for Mr. Cagle will be held on Tuesday, March 17,2026 at 5:00 p.m. at the Williamsville Christian Church in Williamsville with Mr. Shane Sims officiating. A meal will follow the funeral service at the church.
Burial will be at a later date at the Edinburg Cemetery, Edinburg, Illinois.
Earle Allen Cagle was born on October 1, 1959 in Taylorville, Illinois the son of Lloys Lane and Judith Carmen Williams Cagle. On November 3, 1984 , he married the love of his life, Teresa (Terri) Lessen. Together they built a life and raised their family in Edinburg, Ill., where they lived until 2018, when they moved to Sherman, Ill., to be closer to their beloved granddaughters.
Earle is survived by his devoted wife, Terri, his son: Jeremiah (Christina) Cagle, his daughter: Jillian Cagle and her boyfriend Cody Johnson; and his two cherished granddaughters Emma and Grace. He is also survived by his parents, his brother Douglas (Kim) Cagle, along with several nieces, nephews and mother-in-law: Andra (Donald Stanfield) Lessen.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, two uncles, father-in-law: Marvin E. Lessen and brother-in-law Jake Lessen.
Earle graduated from the Edinburg High School in 1978. He was employed at HSHS St. John's Hospital working in Security and later as a diesel mechanic for RUSH Trucking..
His hobbies included hunting, fishing and watching TV Documentary's. Earle's granddaughters, Emma and Grace, were the most important part of his life. One of his favorite traditions was promising them that if they worked hard and brought home good grades, he would take them out to lunch and give them $100 each to go shopping- a memory they will always treasure.
Earle will be remembered for his love of family, his generosity, and the joy he found in spending time with the people he loved most. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Memorials may be made to the Pradir-Willi Homes 36100 Genesee Lake Road Oconomowoc , Wi., 53066 or Williamsville Christian Church.
Peasley Funeral Home in Lincoln is in charge of arrangements.
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Patricia Gribbins 60 of Clinton, Illinois passed away 8:59 P.M. March 4, 2026 at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center, Bloomington, Il. She was loved by her husband, children, grandchildren, and extended family.
Patricia was born October 27, 1965 in Joliet, IL the daughter of Franklin and Sadie (Willson) Terry. She married the love of her life and best father, Jerome Gribbins, on September 27, 1997.
Survivors include her patient and loving husband, Jerome Gribbins, Clinton, Il.; Children, Alicia Blythe, Clinton, IL, Balinda (Grant) Griffiths, Yorkville, IL, Dustin Pinkley, Kenney, IL, Sabrina (Brandan) Brough, Clinton, IL and Jared (Katie) Gribbins, Clinton, IL; her eleven grandchildren whom she adored; and her sister, Cassandra, Crawford.
Patricia was preceded in death by her parents, brother Frankie, and her loving cat Bart who recently passed away after twenty-three years.
Patricia graduated from Southeast High School in Springfield, IL in 1984. She soon became a mom and cherished that title until the very end. Patricia later graduated from Richland Community College with a 4.0 in Early Childhood Education and taught preschool for many years. Patricia enjoyed being with her family most and especially loved playing games. She was known for her fun personality and witty sense of humor. She was dedicated to being a great wife, mom, mawmaw, and friend and her family knew they would always have a welcoming hug waiting for them.
Services will be 11 AM Monday, March 09, 2026 at the Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, Illinois with Kevin Peterson officiating. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery, Clinton, Il. Visitation will be 10- 11 AM Monday, March 09, 2026 at the funeral home.
Memorials may be directed to the Patricia Gribbins Memorial Fund
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Michelle R. Cusey 61of Wapella, Illinois passed away 11:03 P.M. March 4, 2026 at her family residence, Wapella, Il. No services are planned at this time. The family has entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, Il. with cremation rites.
Memorials may be directed to Second Chance Pet Adoption
Michelle was born April 3, 1964 in Champaign, IL the daughter of Flake and Bernadine (Lamar) Yates . She married Eldon Cusey January 13, 1990 in Heyworth, IL.
Survivors include her mother Bernadine Yates, Wapella, IL; husband, Eldon Cusey, Wapella, Il.; Son, Vincent (Leighann) Cusey, Wapella, IL; two granddaughters, Violet and Della Cusey, Wapella, IL; sisters, Connie Lyons, FL, Shelly Wilkerson, FL, Ann Connolly, Clinton, IL.
Michelle was preceded in death by her father Flake Yates.
Michelle loved her family but most of all spending time with her grandchildren. She enjoyed her dogs and spending time reading. |
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