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Dale E. Barr 80 of Lane, IL passed away 12:00 P.M. July 31, 2026 at Goldwater Care, Clinton, IL. Arrangements are incomplete at Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL. |
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Dale E. Barr 80 of Lane, IL passed away 12:00 P.M. July 31, 2026 at Goldwater Care, Clinton, IL. Arrangements are incomplete at Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL. |
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Jeffrey Alan Adams, 70 of Clinton, IL passed away on July 21, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, unwavering faith, generosity, and unconditional love.
Born in Clinton, Illinois, to Theda E. Adams and Elwood M. Adams, Jeff learned the value of honest work at an early age, beginning chores on his family’s farm in Kenny, Illinois. That work ethic stayed with him throughout his life and into Bloomington, Illinois. A gifted carpenter, woodworker, and true jack-of-all-trades, he possessed the rare ability to build, repair, and create almost anything with his hands. Jeff embraced a simple life rooted in faith, nature, and service. Long before it became popular, he lived organically, growing and preparing much of his own food from scratch. In his younger years he traveled across the country on foot with his beloved German Sheperd, Thor, and was active in 4-H, raising livestock and developing the resourcefulness that became one of his greatest strengths.
His greatest accomplishment, however, was never what he built - it was the people he loved. Jeff was a devoted father whose wisdom, resilience, and quiet acts of kindness shaped the lives of those around him. He was a faithful Christian who worshipped at First Christian Church of Clinton and The Jesus House in Bloomington, and he spent many years serving others through food pantry ministries, including at Loving Missionary Baptist Church. He believed deeply that helping a neighbor was one of the greatest ways to honor God.
Jeff was preceded in death by his infant son Jereimiah Lewis July 12th, 1996 whom he entrusted from his own hands into God’s, and whose memory remained with him throughout his life.
He is lovingly survived by his daughter, Athena Marie Dockstader Adams; his cherished companion for more than 17 years, Chula; his lifelong friend and beloved heart, Patricia “CiCi” Dockstader; his nieces Bobbie Jo McCue, Caitlyn (“Cat”), Maggie, and Evening Star McKeever, along with her son Zephyr; and the daughters he welcomed through love, Niani Lewis, Mikahla Thornton, Mariah Whitley, and Madison Hubble (Slaughter), as well as many extended family members, friends, neighbors, and all whose lives were made richer by knowing him.
Graveside Services will be 2 PM, Thursday, August 6, 2026 at Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Kenney, IL with Ernie Harvey, Jr. officiating. Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be directed to the Jeffrey Alan Adams Memorial Fund c/o Athena Dockstader.
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Roy Dean Carter, 86, of Monticello, IL, formerly of DeLand, IL, passed away 4:02 PM, July 28, 2026 at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana, IL.
Services will be 10 AM Saturday, August 1, 2026 at the DeLand Christian Church, DeLand, IL with Pastor Danny Roberts officiating. Burial will follow at Goose Creek Township Cemetery, DeLand, IL. Visitation will be 5 – 7 PM Friday, July 31, 2026 at Calvert Funeral Home, DeLand, IL. Memorials may be directed to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or DeLand Christian Church.
Roy Dean was born February 1, 1940 in Clinton, IL, the son of Roy Everett and Ruth (Nelson) Carter. He married Beverly Vaughn on April 7, 1961 at the DeLand Christian Church.
Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Beverly Carter, who he referred to as his “Little Angel”, Monticello, IL; children, Marilyn (Mark) Papierski, Aurora, IL, and Phil Carter, Normal, IL; six grandchildren, Sarah (Josh) Borowick, Warrenville, IL, Sadie Walker, Bloomington, IL, Stephen (Andrea) Papierski, Colorado Springs, CO, Faith Carter, Bloomington, IL, Brianna Carter, Bloomington, IL, Issac Carter, Bloomington, IL; and six great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Lloyd Carter; two sisters, Carolyn Miller and Reva Jones.
Roy was an avid gardener, carpenter and loved to fish. He served the church in many roles, his most recent as an elder at the DeLand Christian Church. During his thirty years at Revere Copper and Brass in Clinton and five years at Olin Corporation in Bloomington, Roy took great pride in his work before his retirement. He taught his children about the value of a strong work ethic.
He was a man filled with goodness and kindness to all he met and could strike up a conversation with anyone; he enjoyed meeting new people. He was known for his humor and hearty laughter.
He was dearly loved by his family. He had strong convictions, and most were about trying to walk in the ways set forth by God. He led by example and with integrity for how to follow God and serve as Jesus did. He was a gentle mentor, teacher, encourager and friend, who sacrificed much for his family. His presence will be deeply missed by family and friends.
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Carolyn Faye (Owens) Phelps, of Gallatin, TN, formerly of Waynesville, IL, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at 8:33 a.m. at Sumner Regional Medical Center in Gallatin, TN.
The Funeral Service will be on Friday, July 31, at 11:30 a.m. at Calvert Funeral Home, 201 S. Center Street in Clinton, IL, with the Rev. Tim Gates officiating. Visitation will be held prior from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. at the funeral home.
Carolyn was born May 12, 1938, in Wardell, MO, the daughter of Oscar and Louise Owens. She married Donald Eugene Phelps on May 5, 1957. He passed away September 16, 2009.
Survivors include her five children, Vicky (Tim) Gates, Kokomo, IN; Nancy (Jeff) Paulson, Minneapolis, MN.; Jim (Janet) Phelps, Crossville, TN; Judy Phelps, Gallatin, TN; and Anita (Lonnie) Dorcey, Fort Myers, FL, six grandchildren, Daric (Holly) Gates, Franklin, TN; Ali (Brian) Womack, Hendersonville, TN; Lindsay (Sean) Bagniewski, Des Moines, IA; Nathan (Paige) Paulson, Minneapolis, MN; Emily Phelps, Bourbonnais, IL, and Andrew (Christy) Phelps, Reddick, IL, as well as eight great grandchildren, Dawson, Mason, Nolan, Sebastian, Teddy, Franklin, Oliver, and Ruthie.
Carol is also survived by 4 brothers: Benny (Geraldine) Owens, Bloomington, IL; Wendell Owens, Portland Oregon; Jerry (Sandy) Owens, Montgomery, TX; and David (June) Owens, Springfield, IL and one sister-in-law, Carlene Owens of Lincoln, IL
She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Oscar, Jr. Owens, and her granddaughter, Ella Grace Dorcey.
Carol was a member of Kokomo One Church and attended First Church of the Nazarene, Gallatin, TN.
Interment will be at Evergreen Cemetery in Waynesville, IL; no graveside service will be held.
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Judith K. “Judy” Meiring, 84, of Weldon, IL passed away 12:50 PM, July 23, 2026 at her family residence, Weldon, IL.
Private graveside services will be held at Ohio Cemetery, Melrose, IL. The family entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with arrangements.
Memorials may be directed to the DeLand – Weldon FFA.
Judith was born December 22, 1941 in Robinson, IL the daughter of Clifford F. and Ella E. (Baker) Hightshoe. She married Jerome Meiring on May 30, 1959. He passed away February 2, 2013.
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Martha Jalene Walters, 94, of Clinton, IL passed away 6:03 PM July 24, 2026 at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center, Bloomington, IL.
Graveside Services will be 10:30 AM, Monday, August 3, 2026 at Dewitt Cemetery, Dewitt, IL with Pastor Nick Blacklidge officiating. Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be directed to the Martha Walters Memorial Fund.
Martha was born June 14, 1932 in Clinton, IL the daughter of Russell and Sarah (Armstrong) Parrott. She married Harrison L. “Buck” Walters April 12, 1952 in Olney, IL. He passed away January 12, 1980.
Survivors include her grandchildren, Sarah Shaw, Clinton, IL; Amanda (Christopher) White, Clinton, IL; and Jenny (Jeff) Thielen, Clinton, IL, six great-grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter.
Martha was preceded in death by her parents and daughter, Sarah Mae Walters.
Martha loved spending time with her family.
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Bobbi L. Morse, 52 of Kenney, IL passed away 10:02 PM July 20, 2026 at her home in Kenney, IL.
Celebration of Bobbi’s life will be at a later date. The family entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with cremation rites.
Memorials may be directed to the Kenney Heritage Association or the Kenney Fire Department.
Bobbi was born April 1, 1974 in Lincoln, IL the daughter of Patsy “Pat” Eileen (Clary) Barclay. She married Rodney Morse September 18, 1993 in Weldon Springs, Clinton, IL.
Survivors include her husband, Rodney Morse, Kenney, IL; children: Jacob (Savanah) Morse, Kenney, IL; Andrea (Brian) Morse, Maroa, IL; and Haley (Matt) Leimbach, Clinton, IL; four grandchildren: Alex Deerwester, Logan Deerwester, Walker Leimbach, and Emma “Wil” Leimbach; siblings, Jerry (Kim) Turner, Braidwood, IL; Karen (Rick) Campbell, Decatur, IL; and Danny Barclay, Kenney, IL.
She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Teresa Short.
Bobbi enjoyed spending time in her garden and making crafts. Most of all, she loved being able to help others and spending time with her family and grandchildren.
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Virgie Wertz Converse, 91, of Clinton passed away on July 13th at OSF Hospital in Bloomington. A funeral service will be held on Friday July 17 at 11am at First Christian Church in Clinton with a visitation held from 10am until the time of service. A private burial will take place in Pontiac, IL.
Virgie Naab was born May 15, 1935 to Glenn and Virginia Naab (Tjaden) in Ocheydan, Iowa. Upon graduation she moved to Omaha, NE to attend business school. She married Delaine Wertz on April 11,1959 and they had two sons Rodney and Randall in Pontiac, IL. Over her career she worked in many clerical roles until retiring from Evergreen Cemetery. She met Lyle Converse through her work at the cemetery and they married in 1998.
Virgie was a talented quilter and sewist, an amazing pie maker, and lover of all kinds of games. She especially loved dogs and had a laugh that will be remembered fondly. More than anything Virgie loved the Lord. She was very involved with her church community and prayed over her family each day.
Virgie was preceded in death by her parents, husband L.Delaine Wertz, son Randy Wertz, brothers Andy Naab & Gary Naab and husband Lyle Converse. Virgie is survived by her son, Rod Wertz (Jacqui) of Clinton, daughter-in-law Kris Wertz (Shawn Trainor) of Pontiac, six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, two special sister-in-laws Betty Naab and Martha Naab, and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Virgie’s family would like to thank the care team at OSF for the loving care they showed during her stay and Tina, Sherri & Stephanie for the care they provided Virgie at her home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to First Christian Church in Clinton, IL.
Online condolences and memories of Virgie may be left for her family at kiblerbradyruestman.com.
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Elsie Mae Staton, 83, of Heyworth, Illinois passed away 4:03 A.M. July 13, 2026 at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center, Bloomington, IL.
Graveside Services will be 10 AM, Saturday, July 18, 2026 at McClimans Cemetery, Hallsville, IL with Ernie Harvey, Jr. officiating. There will be no visitation. The family has entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, Il. with arrangements.
Memorials may be directed to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Elsie was born February 18, 1943 in Midland City, IL the daughter of William and Evelyn (Dyer) Staton.
Survivors include her siblings, Ruth (Art) Tool, Clinton, IL and Marvin Staton, Clinton, IL.
Elsie was preceded in death by her parents; siblings: Deral Staton, John Staton, Harriett Roethe, Margaret Moncrief, James Staton, Donald Staton, Robert Staton, Judith Staton at birth and Nancy Staton at birth
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Trent Leon Boyer, 57 of Clinton, IL passed away 12:29 AM July 13, 2026 at his sister’s home, in LeRoy, IL, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
Services will be 10 AM Friday July 17, 2026 at Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with his sister, Crystal Ward officiating. Burial will follow at DeWitt Cemetery, DeWitt, IL. Visitation will be 5 – 7 PM Thursday July 16, 2026 at the funeral home.
Memorials may be directed to cancer research for BRCA 2 Gene or the LeRoy United Methodist Church.
Trent was born December 12, 1968 in Decatur, IL the son of Duane Richard and Billie Jo (Smith) Boyer.
Survivors include his father, Duane Richard Boyer, DeWitt, IL; mother, Billie Jo Boyer, DeWitt, IL; sister, Crystal (Steve) Ward, LeRoy, IL; nieces Abby (Luke) Aupperle, Lexington, IL, Hillary (Tyler) Tarmann, Normal, IL; nephews Seth (Jasmine) Ward, LeRoy, IL; one great niece, three great nephews, and several cousins.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Andrew Brian Boyer, and his beloved dog, Dutch.
Trent graduate Clinton Community High School and attended Richland Community College, attaining a Degree of Association in Applied Science-Engineering along with certifications in CNC Operation, Basic Welding, and Tech Prep. He had worked at Diamond Star which later became Mitsubishi in Bloomington until its closing. He was currently employed at Caterpillar in Decatur, IL. He loved sports, traveling, nature, fishing, being outdoors, and mushroom hunting. He especially loved spending time with his family and friends.
Trent will be missed in many ways words cannot express and loved in ways that will never fade. Forever loved, forever remembered, forever Trent.
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Sandra June Ashby, 72 of Clinton, IL passed away peacefully of natural causes July 10, 2026.
A Celebration of Sandra’s life will be August 1, 2026 at the Wapella Community Center in Wapella, IL from 4pm to 6pm with food provided. The family entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with cremation rites.
Memorials may be directed to Sandra June Ashby Memorial Fund c/o Brian Ashby.
Sandra was born June 1, 1954 in Elizabethtown, IL the daughter of James Edgar and Geneva Lorene (Sisco) Moore. Sandra was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose greatest joy was her family. She was a dedicated, longtime employee of Douglas Dodge in Clinton, Illinois, where she was respected for her hard work and kind heart.
She is survived by her sons, Brian (Sherry) Ashby and Douglas Ashby; her siblings, Jim (Debbie) Moore, Marcia (Joe) Hopper, and Russell (Jo) Moore; along with numerous cherished grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.
Sandra was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Frank Ashby, and her mother, Geneva Moore.
She will be remembered for her loving heart, unwavering devotion to her family, and the kindness she shared with everyone she met. Her memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
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Nellie Ruth (Owens) Howerton, 93, of Clinton, IL passed away 4:22 PM, July 7, 2026 at Hallmark Healthcare, Pekin, IL.
Services will be 11 AM Monday July 13, 2026 at Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with Scott Marsh officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, Clinton, IL. Visitation will be 10 – 11 AM Monday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be directed to St Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Nellie was born February 25, 1933 in Rio Hondo, TX the daughter of Edward and Lacy (Fishel) Owens.
Survivors include her children: Pam Howerton, Peoria, IL; Charles Howerton, Wheeling, WV.
Nellie was preceded in death by her parents; Brothers, Clyde Privett, Bryon Owens, Wilborn Owens, Robert Owens, Anglee Owens, and Thomas Owens; Sisters, Opal Spencer, Ruby Willis, Bernadine “Jake” Nelson, Juanita Long, Shirley Zeller, and Dorothy Petitt.
Nellie was a devoted mother to her two children whom she loved very deeply. She cared for family, friends, and neighbors with selflessness and devotion and gave freely of her time and energy to anyone who needed help. Everything she gave, she did so with no expectation of anything in return. She truly loved helping others.
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Skyler Justin Roberts, age 43 of Clinton, IL passed away from this life at his and his wife’s home surrounded by family and friends on June 30, 2026 at 7:22 PM.
A Celebration of Skyler’s Life will be held at a later date. The family entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with cremation rites.
Skyler was born September 15, 1982 in Bloomington, IL the son of Johnnie Waitman Devore and Dorothy June Prakel. He married Amber Webb.
Survivors include his wife, Amber Roberts; children, Chloe Webb and Michael Tilley; his favorite sister, Tammy “Sis” Chehak; Dorothy Jane Roberts; Joseph Scott Roberts; Johnnie Devore, Jr.; Sam Devore; and Jamie Travis; his mom, Dorothy Hoback; and many beloved nieces and nephews; and one great-niece and two great-nephews.
Skyler was preceded in death by his son, Sebastian Roberts; father, Johnnie Devore; and Nancy Roberts.
Skyler enjoyed dirt track racing, watching the Miami Dolphins – his favorite football team, woodworking, and cooking out on the grill. Most of all, Skyler loved spending time with his family and friends.
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Vicki L. Dubson, 81, of Clinton, IL passed away 11:25 PM, June 29, 2026 at Goldwater Care, Clinton, IL.
Services will be 3 PM, Sunday, August 2, 2026 at Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with Pastor Jonathan Roberson officiating. Burial will follow at DeWitt Cemetery, DeWitt, IL. Visitation will be 2-3 PM, Sunday, August 2, 2026 at the funeral home.
Memorials may be directed to First Baptist Church, or Hope Hospice.
Vicki was born August 6, 1944 in Harp Twp., DeWitt Co., IL the daughter of William Emmett and Estelle (James) Welch, Sr. She married Benjamin H. Dubson, Sr. March 25, 1960 in Clinton, IL. He passed away February 18, 2014.
Survivors include her children: Ben Dubson, Jr., Clinton, IL; James Brian (Kathy) Dubson, Clinton, IL; Mark Dubson, Clinton, IL; Al (Madonna) Dubson, Lehigh Acres, FL; and Jeremy Dubson, Decatur, IL; eight grandchildren: Ben Landers, Josh Dubson, Brian Allen Dubson, Nancy Dubson, Michelle Shofner, Ashley Mock, Allen Dubson, and Riley Dubson; and 15 great-grandchildren.
Vicki was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Dora Macias; grandson, Matthew Dubson; one brother and eight sisters.
Vicki was a member of the First Baptist Church, Clinton, IL. Vicki loved spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren.
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Thomas R. Edmunds, 74, of Clinton, Illinois passed away 6:55 AM, July 3, 2026 at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana, IL.
Services will be 11 AM, Friday, July 10, 2026 at the Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL. with Pastor Darrell Howard officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, Clinton, Il. Visitation will be 9 – 11 AM, Friday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be directed to the Organ Fund at Clinton Presbyterian Church or the Clinton Rotary Club.
Thomas was born January 21, 1952, in Clinton, IL the son of Richard H. and Martha (Crang) Edmunds. He married Lindy Wellman March 21, 1981 at the Clinton Presbyterian Church.
Survivors include his wife, Lindy Edmunds, Clinton, Il.; son, Andy (Tiffany) Dunham, Clinton, IL; grandchildren: Nate (Gina), Jordyn, Kaitlin, Savannah, Vanessa (Nathan), and Emma (Alex); great-grandchildren: Lilly, Olivia, and Brynleigh; sister, Dr. Ann E. (Richard) Heath, Grants, NM; and niece, Caitlin Coldwell, Colorado.
Thomas was preceded in death by his parents; son, Richard Thomas Edmunds; daughter, Deanna Dunham Followell; and granddaughter, Dakota Dunham.
Thomas graduated from Clinton Community High School in 1970. He earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from Millikin University and a Graduate Degree in Banking from the University of Wisconsin.
Thomas was a member and elder of the Clinton Presbyterian Church. He served continually on the Clinton City Council in various roles beginning in 1976. Thomas was the Commissioner of Accounts and Finances from 1983 to the present, the Planning Commission from 1976 to 1983, and served twice as Mayor; once from 1999 to 2003 and from August 2023 until the 2025 Mayor Election. Thomas was also a member of the Clinton Rotary Club from 1974 to 2025 and was elected president twice of which his grandfather and father were Charter Members.
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Joyce Darlene (Carter) Wolfe, 81, of Mt. Pulaski, IL passed away 7:39 AM June 28, 2026 at Springfield Memorial Hospital, Springfield, IL.
No services are planned at this time. The family entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with cremation rites.
Joyce was born July 11, 1944 in Macon, IL the daughter of Clyde Elba and Odessa Louise (Robertson) Carter. She married Clifford “Skip” Wolfe June 18, 2006 in Buffalo, MO. He passed away May 12, 2011.
Survivors include her children: Larry (Shelby) Dodd, Jr., Havana, IL and Teresa (Dodd) Short (Jeff Gilbert), Mt. Pulaski, IL; five grandchildren: Michael Short (fiancé, Olivia Lowery), Clinton, IL; Logan Dodd, Havana, IL; Joshua (Deona) Burton, Havana, IL; Jake Kinder, Clinton, IL; and Stephen (Marie) Hufnagle, Mineral Wells, TX; eight great-grandchildren: DeLona Burton, Alan Joe “A.J.” Short, Addilyn Lowery, August Lowery, Elliot Hufnagle, Evelyn Hufnagle, Theodore Hufnagle, and Melody Hufnagle; siblings: Paul (Carolyn) Carter, Pontiac, IL; Marvin (Virgina) Carter, Mt. Zion, IL; and her special friends: Ellen Allen, Lori Roberts and Cain Roberts, Clinton, IL and Dina (Gary) Totton, Buffalo, MO.
Joyce was preceded in death by her parents.
Joyce was a waitress at the R & R Café in Clinton and at Brandtville in Bloomington, IL. She also drove semi-trucks for Prime Trucking based out of Springfield, MO. Joyce enjoyed playing Bingo and slot machines, getting her nails done, and watching cooking shows and game shows. She really enjoyed collecting anything and everything related to Tweety Bird. Most of all, Joyce loved spending time with her family and friends.
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Martin James “Jim” Dann, III of DeWitt, IL was at his family residence when he went home to Heaven at 11:45 A.M. on June 30, 2026.
A visitation will be from 9-11 A.M. at First Christian Church, Clinton, IL on Monday, July 06, 2026. Nick Striegel and Richard Weese will officiate the funeral at 11 A.M. Arrangements have been entrusted to Calvert Funeral Home in Clinton, Illinois.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Dana M. Dann, Dewitt, IL; daughter, Hannah (Joe) Harrold, Lane, IL; grandchildren who loved their Abu as much as he loved them, Makenna Harrold, Cooper Harrold; siblings Marcie (Russ) Heisel, Bloomington, IL, Lori Gulley, Farmer City, IL, Jeff (Dale) DannHeuser, Peoria, AZ, Jon (Rebecca) Byler Dann, Washington, IL; mother-in-law Darlene Hartloff; sister-in-law Julie Follis; and many nieces and nephews.
Jim was born July 3,1962 in Bradford, Pennsylvania to Martin James and Joyce (Stalker) Dann Jr. True to the man he would become, Jim arrived early. It was the first indication he would spend a lifetime doing hard things with quiet determination. Born prematurely with cerebral palsy, he learned to walk in braces, later faced cancer twice, and lived with chronic pain for decades. Yet those closest to him remember not the suffering he endured, but the remarkable absence of complaint.
He married his college sweetheart, Dana M. Hartloff, on June 15, 1985, in Plainfield, Indiana. For more than four decades, she was his home, his confidante, and his faithful partner in ministry. Jim poured his life into the service of others, seeking to leave people more united than he found them.
Over the years, Jim served as youth minister to Stateline Christian Church in Blanford, Indiana; Highview Christian Church in Washington, Illinois; and Oblong Christian Church in Oblong, Illinois. He later served as minister to Northview Christian Church in Huntington, Indiana; Lane Christian Church in Lane, Illinois; and Liberty Christian Church in Brownstown, Illinois.
He was an adjunct Professor of Greek at Lincoln Christian College, a Board Member and Relief House Parent for Oblong Christian Children's Home, a Board Member and Camp Dean for Little Galilee Christian Camp, a leader within the Clinton Area Ministerial Association, and a mentor to whoever would pull up a chair and chat. Most recently, he was a Patient Advocate for Nutrition Response Testing at Farmer City Chiropractic and Skinner Health Improvement Center.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, his father-in-law, Robert Hartloff, and two brothers he never had the chance to meet on earth, one of whom was his twin.
If you wish to follow in Jim's faithful, albeit crooked footsteps, crack a joke people aren't sure they should laugh at, and then laugh first. Read a book that makes you think, one hundred pages a day is a good start. Fix something before anyone notices it’s broken. Make french toast. Shoot a bow. Swim a mile. Pray. Cry over Folgers commercials, the miracle of forgiveness, and any movie with a little girl. Watch Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis from the armchair of your choice. Sing out loud, but only remember the last two words of every line of every song. Steal a kid's nose. Steal a kid’s heart. Look people in the eye and call them “kiddo”. Let them have a third chance. Be early always, and patient with your daughter when she’s always late. Do the dishes. Buy a Jeep. Catch a fish. Shoot another grown man with a water gun. Tickle him if you must. Giggle. Challenge somebody who loves a debate. Learn to let them challenge you back. Drink too much coffee. Top your ice cream with icing, or, if you're feeling dangerous, shredded cheddar cheese. Write your wife a poem and frame it on the wall. Believe in her dreams. Help her build them. Show up for your kid, for your neighbor, for the cashier you met five minutes ago. Be stubborn about what you believe in. Think of death without a flinch of fear.
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Letisha M. Larsen, 76, of Maroa, IL passed away 5:17 PM, June 25, 2026 at HSHS St. John’s Hospital, Springfield, IL.
A celebration of Letisha’s life will be 2 PM Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at the Maroa Christian Church, Maroa, IL with Scott Marsh officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday 1 - 2 PM at the church. Calvert Funeral Home, Maroa, IL is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be directed to the Maroa Christian Church or the Letisha Larsen Memorial Fund.
Letisha was born July 7, 1949 in Phillipsburg, KS the daughter of Loyd and Betty (Davis) Meyer. She married Larry Eugene Larsen, Sr. on December 14, 1988. He passed away February 11, 2021
Survivors include her children: Larry (Heather) Larsen, Jr, Decatur, IL, Loyd Peterson , Maroa, IL, Rhonda Larsen, Maroa, IL, Dawn (Scott) Miller, Clinton, IL, James Peterson, Davison, MI, Kimberly (Lefonda) Davis, Fulton, MO, Deana (Kelvin) Jones, St Louis, MO; nineteen grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren, siblings, Royal (Nancy) Woodard, Dix, IL, Linda (Richard) Bielski, Maroa, IL, and Eddie (Madolyn) Meyer, Borden, IN.
Letisha was preceded in death by her parents, siblings, Kathy Damm, Wanda Moore, and Barbara Gillenwater.
Letisha was a member of the Maroa Christian Church. She enjoyed traveling, scrapbooking, gardening and sports games. Most of all she loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
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Rowena Kathryn Fornear, 97, of Argenta, IL passed away 2:15 AM, June 21, 2026 at the Order of Eastern Star Home, Macon, IL.
Graveside services will be 1 PM Monday, June 29, 2026 at Maple Hill Cemetery, Sesser, IL with Pastor Larry Cook officiating. Calvert Funeral Home, Argenta, IL is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Rowena was born July 18, 1928 in Woodlawn, IL the daughter of Gerald and Neva (Blankenship) Davis. She married John William Fornear, Sr. June 28, 1947 in Morganfield, KY. He passed away May 6, 1975. She later married Ted Atteberry in Decatur, IL. He preceded her in death.
Survivors include her sons, John (Tara) Fornear, Jr., Argenta, IL and David (Kathleen) Fornear, Argenta, IL; step-daughters, Lynn (Everett) Fletcher, Forsyth, IL and Kathy Atteberry, Forsyth, IL; 12 grandchildren: Audra (Steve) Heckwine, Adam (Jill) Fornear, Erin Fornear, Morgan (Jake) Christison, Matthew Fornear, Elizabeth Smith, Connor Fornear, Robert “Bo” (Emma) Atteberry, Sunni (Nick) Delahunty, Karson (Mark) Schwarze, Andi (Raul Roel) Atteberry, and Cale (Allison) Atteberry; and 23 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Harold Glenn Davis; stepsister, D’Etta Heard; and stepson, Ray Atteberry.
Rowena was a member the Argenta Presbyterian Church. She retired from the Argenta Post Office after more than 15 years of service where she served as a Postal Clerk and Postmaster. Rowena was also the Secretary at Argenta-Oreana High School. She enjoyed traveling, taking trips with her close friends, but most of all Rowena loved spending time with her grandchildren.
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Danny Bryan Powers, 76, of Lincoln, CA formerly of Clinton, IL passed away 11:20 PM June 12, 2026, at his home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital Chicago, IL in honor and memory of his nephew, David Torbert. https://www.luriechildrens.org/DannyPowers Danny was born May 6, 1950, in Clinton, IL the son of James Herman and Brownie Ellen (Bryan) Powers. He married LaVerne (Vinson), May 12, 1972, in Clinton, IL. Survivors include his wife, LaVerne Powers, Lincoln, CA; children: Bryan Powers, Reno, NV and Robbie Powers, Clinton, IL; siblings Harlan (Barbara) Powers, Clinton, IL, Lindy (Ann) Powers, Clinton, IL and Denise (John) Torbert, Clinton, IL. Danny was preceded in death by his parents, paternal grandparents, James & Johanna Powers, maternal grandparents, Foster & Cleavy Bryan and two special nephews, Michael Vinson and David Torbert. Dan graduated from Clinton High School in 1968 where he excelled in all sports. He attended Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, IL. He served his country for 6 years as a medic in the United States National Guard. Dan worked for the ICG railroad for 20 years before relocating to Loveland, Colorado as an engineer with Amtrak. Later he was promoted to trainmaster in Sacramento, California. Danny was very well known and respected by his railroad family throughout his 40 years. He retired in 2013 from his lifelong career. Dan loved the Chicago Cubs along with fishing, playing golf, bowling and playing cards. He was always the life of the party and never met a stranger. Danny will be remembered for his outgoing personality, kindness and humor. He loved to spend time reminiscing and storytelling with friends and family. Dan was loved and cherished by all who knew him and will be deeply missed.
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Rodney Stith, 77 of Clinton, IL passed away 12:40 PM June 14, 2026 at Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Normal, IL.
Celebration of Rodney’s Life will be 4 - 6 PM, Friday, August 21, 2026 at the First Baptist Church, Clinton, IL Fellowship Hall. The family entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with arrangements.
Memorials may be directed to First Baptist Church Youth Group.
Rodney was born August 25, 1948 in Pontiac, IL the son of Wayne and Virginia (Page) Stith. He married Sue Stark August 29, 1970 in Mason City, IL.
Survivors include his wife, Sue Stith, Clinton, IL, sons, Jason (Kristy) Stith, Oswego, IL and Gabriel Stith, Clinton, IL, grandchildren, Hadley Stith, Oswego, IL, Harper Stith, Oswego, IL and Stone Stith, Clinton, IL, sister, Karen (Roger) Christianson, Pontiac, IL, seven nieces & nephews, Janice Kuhns, Bob Cox, Mike Cox, Kim Ruther, Cory Chrisitanson, Josh Christianson, Bill Stith, eleven great nieces & nephews, Brook, Blake, Ryan, Amanda, Andi, Alix, C.J., Ben, Mason, Alana, Katie, and seven great-great nieces & nephews, Peyton, Aubrey, Landon, Chloe, Bailey, Maverick, Taliesin.
He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, Beverly Ketenbrink, and Nancy Cox, and brother, Jeff Stith.
Rodney enjoyed rebuilding chevys, baseball, fishing, participating with the boy scouts and spending time with his grandchildren. He attended the Pontiac Highschool in 1966 and the Chicago Circle from 1967-1968. Then going on to double major in math and physics from 1971-1972 at Illinois State University, Normal. He earned a Master’s Degree in 1984 for Music Business Management and Master’s Degree in 1987 both from Sangamon State University, PHD in Business Administration, Marketing, and Finance in 1992 from St. Louis University. He completed the MBA Program at Marshall in 1987. In 1980 he was awarded the Outstanding Student Award for the Atlantic Building Systems.
Rodney served in the Pontiac National Guard from 1969-1974, receiving a Letter of Commendation for saving a fellow guard member. He was a member of the Jaycees in Clinton, Life Underwriters Association from 1977 – 1980, the American Society of Composers, and Authors & Publishers in 1979. He was a manger of the steel warehouse & fabrication division at Morris Tick in Bloomington. He had taught at Millikin University for Creative Lyric Writing and Workshop in 1984 and was past President of Illinois Building Systems from 1980-1984. Rodney owned and operated R & S Enterprises in Clinton, IL.
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Beason -- William "Wil" F. Buse, 25, of Lincoln, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center surrounded by his loving family.
Graveside Services for Wil will be held on Friday, June 19, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Harmony Cemetery in rural Beason with Rev. Joseph Dondanville officiating. Following the graveside services, a luncheon will be held at the Beason-Chestnut Park Pavilion with an Open House following from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church in Lincoln.
A rosary service will be held at 3:30 P.M. on Thursday prior to the visitation at Holy Family Catholic Church.
William Frank Buse was born on March 4, 2001, in Lincoln, the son of Robert W. and Kathleen Klockenga Buse.
He is survived by his parents; one sister: Molly (Kyle Dyke) Buse; three brothers: Ben (Randi Lynn) Buse, Max Buse and Sam (Amanda) Buse; his maternal grandmother: Teresa Klockenga; three nieces: Ellie, Vera and Eliza; and his girlfriend: Alivia Catey. He is also survived by several aunts, uncles, and cousins, along with numerous family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather: Alvin D. Klockenga, paternal grandparents: Jeanette and Wayne Buse, and Uncle Darren Buse.
Wil graduated from Lincoln Community High School in 2019, where he was elected Prom King. He was active in 4-H, Future Farmers of America, the Bass Fishing Team, and tennis during his high school years. He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Lincoln and the APA Pool League in Logan County. He had been employed at Roland Machinery in Springfield as a Machinery Coordinator.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a memorial scholarship currently being created by his family.
Peasley Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Dolores J. Primmer, 91, of Clinton, IL passed away 11:15 PM June 12, 2026 at Goldwater Care, Clinton, 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 a charity of the donor’s choice.
Dolores was born June 15, 1934 in Clintonia Twp., DeWitt County, Illinois the daughter of Irvin Leslie and Ruby (Jimerson) Wilson. She married Robert D. Primmer April 16, 1954. He passed away October 6, 2019.
Survivors include two grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Juliana Lyn Korowicki; one brother, Merle Wilson; and one sister, Wanda Wilson.
Dolores graduated high school in 1952 and was employed by Taylor Abstract Company for 52 years. |
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Springfield - Donald Marvin Fugate, 88 of Springfield Illinois (formerly of Clinton Illinois), passed away on June 8, with his wife and family by his side. Donald was born November 19, 1937 in Clinton Illinois to Everett McKinley Fugate and Reatha Mae (Turpin) Fugate.
From an early age, Don started farming with his father, went on to graduate in 1955 from Weldon High School, then began his career of 42 years at Caterpillar Tractor. Even after retiring, Donald continued his farming which he referred to as his place of peace.
Over the years, on top of both of his careers, he found time to be on the University of Illinois Extension Board, part of the Clinton zoning board of appeals, and the Creek Union drainage commissions. He was also a long time member of the Clinton United Methodist Church where he served on their board and was a member of the choir for over 50 years.
Donald is preceded in death by his parents and one sister Norma Jean Rodgers He is survived by his wife Marilyn (Schoneweis) Fugate of 43 years, sister Mary Lou Ferguson, his children Donald Lynn Fugate (Nancy), and Deanna Brown (Carl), three step-children, Rebecca Gilmore(Don), Rachel Garren (Janie) and Ross Garren (Rene). Four grandchildren, 5 step-grandchildren, and many great and step grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at the Clinton United Methodist Church on June 15th, starting with a visitation at 10, followed by a church service at 11 and the burial following at Weldon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Clinton United Methodist Church.
Moran & Goebel Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences and memories may be shared at https://moranandgoebel.com.
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