Marilyn Louise (Hadsall) Gentle, 84, of Maroa, IL passed away peacefully at 12:38 PM August 29, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family.

Services will be 10:30 AM, Saturday, September 2, 2023 at the Maroa Christian Church, Maroa, IL with Scott Marsh officiating. Burial will follow at Maroa Cemetery, Maroa, IL. Visitation will be 9:30-10:30 AM, Saturday at the church.

Marilyn was born March 22, 1939 in Springfield, IL the daughter of Howard H. and Martha (Peters) Hadsall. She attended Witt High School and Lincoln Bible College. She met her husband Robert Gentle while working at Caterpillar and became a full time mother of five children all the while remaining active within the community and church. She was a loyal member of Christian Church of Witt and Maroa Christian Church. After her children were grown her life of activity included work at The Brass Basket, The Country Knitting Basket and Librarian of the Maroa Library where she was instrumental in the dedication of their new building in 1998. She was passionate about wood working, home decorating, baking, knitting, gardening, reading and quilting which she loved sharing with her children and grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband, Robert Gentle, Maroa, IL; children: Brenda Zombro, Maroa, IL; Debbie (Rick) McKirahan, Decatur IL; Jim (Grace) Gentle, El Segundo, CA; Rita (Bob) Koonce, Maroa, IL; and Mike (Sara) Gentle, Maroa, IL; grandchildren: Jeremy Zombro, Chelsea (Jason) Bruns, Sydney (Chris) Plane, Christy Koonce, Jim Koonce, Rob Gentle, Charlie Gentle, Jack Gentle, and Will Gentle; great-grandchildren: Baylee, Luke, Max, August, and Harrison; and sisters: Margaret (Bill) Ettling, Jackson, MO and Sharon Reynolds, Decatur, IL.

She was preceded in death by her parents, an infant brother, sister, Linda Lowe, and brothers-in-law, Rick Lowe and Don Reynolds.

In lieu of flowers, the family encourages memorials to the Maroa Library or the Maroa-Forsyth School Archives, 610 West Washington St., Maroa, IL 61756.

The family welcomes friends and family to attend a casual celebration for Marilyn September 2, 6:30pm at the Maroa Public Library Gardens, 305 E. Garfield St, Maroa.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Robert E. Oakes, 99, of Maroa, IL passed away 1:22 PM August 21, 2023, at Decatur Memorial Hospital Decatur, IL.

Funeral services will be held at Calvert Funeral Home, Maroa, IL at 11:00 AM Wednesday, August 30, 2023 officiated by Rev. Mary Alice Cunningham.  Burial will follow at the Maroa Cemetery with lunch served for family and friends at the Maroa United Methodist Church. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until the time of service Wednesday in the funeral home.

Bob was born May 4, 1924, the son of Edward Walter and Ada Elizabeth (Morris) Oakes.  On July 11, 1946, Bob and Mary Lucille (Millhorn) were married in Decatur, IL.

Survivors include his son Robert Lynn Oakes, Doylestown, PA; grandchildren Rebekah Cunningham (Oakes), Nathanael Oakes, Jonathan Oakes, Andrew Oakes and four great grandchildren, Liliah, Dashel, and Sylvie Cunningham and Natalie Oakes.

Bob was preceded in death by his wife Mary, his parents, and siblings Beverly Lanter (Oakes) and Donald Oakes and special friend Mrs. Ruth Hundley.

 Bob and Mary enjoyed square dancing, camping, wintering in Florida and visiting their family in New York and Pennsylvania.  Bob first worked as a “hired man”, farming near Maroa to support his siblings as they completed Maroa High School following the death of his mother in 1943.  In 1955, he found employment for the next 32-years at Caterpillar Tractor in Decatur working as a skilled machinist proudly producing road graders for the world.  In retirement, Bob enjoyed accompanying wife Mary to art shows, woodworking, and avidly following Chicago Cubs baseball.  Bob’s sharp memory, sense of humor, warm smile and humble demeanor will be missed by all who knew him.  Today and for eternity, he stands in the presence of his Savior.

Memorials may be directed to the Maroa United Methodist Church.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Denise May Whitted, 64, of Clinton, IL went to Heaven to be with Jesus and all her loving family gone before at 2:45 A.M. August 21, 2023 at Manor Court, Clinton, IL.

Services will be 4 PM, Thursday, August 24, 2023 at Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with Ernie Harvey, Jr. officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Park Cemetery, Clinton, IL. Visitation will be 3-4 PM Thursday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be directed to Little Galilee Christian Camp.

Denise was born March 19, 1959 in Clinton, IL the daughter of Howard D. and Bernice May (Thorp) Whitted.

Survivors include her brother, Mark (Vicki) Whitted, Clinton, IL; nephews:  Damon, Jansen (Rachael), Marcus (Joanne), and Evan (Alexandra); great-nephews and great-nieces, cousins and extended family and friends also survive.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Denise worked at power plants in Illinois and Arizona, Mitsubishi, Bloomington, IL, and at Heartland Community College in the transcripts department.  She loved horses and her dog, Apollo.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

James H. North 89 of Clinton, Illinois passed away 5:09 P.M. August 20, 2023 at the Warner Hospital and Health Services, Clinton, IL.

Services will be 11 AM, Thursday, August 24, 2023 at the Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with Pastor Darrell Howard officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Park Cemetery, Clinton, IL. Visitation will be 10-11 AM, Thursday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be directed to Second Chance Pet Adoption.

James was born March 11, 1934 in Clinton, IL the son of Erva C. and Dorothy (West) North. He married Martha J. DuPree January 23, 1954 in Streator, Illinois. She passed away May 5, 2021.

Survivors include his children, Vicki (Stephen) Dowzycky, Clinton, Il.; Lea Ann (Charles Mark) Wilson, Clinton, Il.; Grandchildren, Emily Wilson, Clinton, Il. and Nathan Wilson, Clinton, Il.

He was preceded in death by his Parents, and brothers, Donald North and William I. “Bill” North.

James worked at Revere Copper & Brass and at Olin in Bloomington, IL as a Tool and Die maker.  He was a member of the Navy Reserves.  James enjoyed woodworking.  Most of all James enjoyed spending time with his family.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Wilbur E. Irvin 97 of Kenney, Illinois passed away 7 P.M. August 20, 2023 at Manor Court, Clinton, Il.

Private Graveside services will be Friday August 25, 2023 at Oak Park Cemetery, Clinton, IL with Ernie Harvey, Jr. officiating. The family entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with arrangements.

Memorials may be directed to Kenney Christian Church or the Kenney Civic League.

Wilbur was born March 7, 1926 in Kenney, IL the son of William and Mabel (Sever) Irvin. He married Ramona Joan Ferry December 25, 1951 in Kenney, Illinois. She passed away November 5, 2017.

Survivors include his sons, Robert Irvin, Clinton, Il.; Roger (Paula) Irvin, Kenney, Il.; 5 Grandchildren and 2 Great-Grandchildren.

Wilbur was preceded in death by his Parents, 4 Brothers and 3 Sisters.

Wilbur was a member of the Kenney Christian Church and he farmed in the Kenney area most of his life.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Teresa L. Prosser, 62, of Weldon, IL passed away 8:55 A.M. August 20, 2023 at her family residence, Weldon, IL.

Services will be 11:00 AM Saturday, August 26, 2023 at the Calvert Funeral Home, Argenta, IL. with Scott Marsh officiating. Burial will follow at Friends Creek Cemetery, Argenta, IL. Visitation will be 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Saturday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be directed to the Teresa L. Prosser Memorial Fund.

Teresa was born December 19, 1960 in Decatur, IL the daughter of Norman R. and Linda M. (Pope) Grider.

Survivors include her longtime companion Jeff L. Nelson, Weldon, IL; children Richard (Heather) Grider, Decatur, IL, and Jeremy (Sarah) Stoneburner Plymouth, IN; eight grandchildren; and siblings Terry L. (Debbie) Grider, Oreana, IL, and Betty (Jim) Lane, Oreana, IL.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Billy Dean Grider, and one grandson Wyatt Stoneburner.

Teresa worked at Heinkels Packaging Co. in Decatur, IL for 30 years. Teresa enjoyed being in the country, listening to country music, but most importantly she loved spending time with her family.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Gaylord Neil Madden, known to most people as “Neil”, 98, of San Diego, CA, former longtime resident of DeLand, IL, passed away 10:45 PM, August 8, 2023 at Poway Gardens, Poway, CA.

Visitation will be 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Friday, August 25, 2023 at Calvert Funeral Home, DeLand, IL. Graveside services will follow at 11:00 AM at DeLand Cemetery with Rev. Anne Ferguson officiating.

Memorial gifts may be directed to the Monticello United Methodist Church, 2020 E. Washington St., Monticello, IL 61856

Neil was born October 31, 1924 in DeLand, IL, the son of Gaylord Ralph and Sallie Minerva (Stone) Madden. He married Sally Ann Harris on May 15, 1949 in DeLand, IL. She passed away September 22, 2019.

Survivors include his daughter, Sherri Johnson (Jack), San Diego, CA; and two grandchildren, Kyle Johnson (Ashley), San Diego, CA and Connor Johnson (Meredith), Oklahoma City, OK; and sister, Joyce Madden Anderson, Normal, IL.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Mary Mikos (Bruce); and his wife.

Neil served in the United States Army during World War II.  He worked for the DeLand State Bank for many years, serving for a time as President.  He was a member of the Monticello United Methodist Church and a past member of the DeLand United Methodist Church where he was very active.  He was a frequent volunteer, serving as treasurer for many community organizations such as the DeLand Fire Department, the Village of Deland, the DeLand-Weldon School District, and the DeLand Masonic Lodge.

Neil enjoyed volunteering as a crew member on the P-51H Mustang Restoration Project at the Octave Chanute Aerospace Museum.

Neil’s favorite pastime was playing the trumpet.  He played with several community bands.  A favorite was the “Has Beens”, a 16 piece dance orchestra. Neil also enjoyed ballroom dancing. He and Sally spent many evenings on the dance floor at the University Club, Stardusters, and other dance clubs in the area. Throughout his long life, Neil enjoyed listening to big band music from the WWII era.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

George Wm Brady entered the presence of his Savior at Farmer City Rehab and Healthcare Center on August 17, 2023. He was born in Chicago on June 1, 1928 to George Wm Brady Sr. and Mary Willie McCullom. He married Jean Royce on June 22, 1957 in Hillsburgh, Ontario Canada.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a son Timothy Colin, and sisters Shirley Caruso and Alice Davidson. He is survived by his wife, Jean, sons John Kevin (Tina) of Virginia, Mark Lance (Joan) of Texas, and daughter Kathy (Todd) Falkenstein of Colorado. Also surviving are grandchildren Karen, Timothy, Patrick, and Seth Brady, Andrew and Bradley Falkenstein and Sarah (William) Ash as well as great-grandsons Theodore and James. Also surviving are his brother Charles, sisters Virginia Domenic, Margaret Schoen, and brother-in-law Robert Davidson. 

He was a graduate of Moody Bible Institute, Elmhurst College, and Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He was a printer by trade. He pastored two churches, the Japanese Church of Jesus Christ in Chicago and Bethel Church of rural Farmer City. He also taught at Durban Bible College, South Africa for four years. He was a member of the DeLand Christian Church.

Services will be at the DeLand Christian Church on Tuesday, August 22, Visitation at 10 a.m. and service 11 a.m. Pastor David Ashby presiding. Memorials may be made to Deland Christian Church or to Missionary Aviation Fellowship. The family entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Deland, IL with arrangements.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Allen Lee Brewer 83 of Clinton, Illinois passed away 7:56 A.M. August 18, 2023 at his family residence, Clinton, Il.

Services will be 11 AM, Monday, August 21, 2023 at the 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, Monday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be directed to the Allen Brewer Memorial Fund.

Allen was born June 23, 1940 in Heyworth, Illinois the son of William Howard and Lela Marie (Lovell) Brewer. He married Marilyn J. Moody October 9, 1960 in Clinton, IL.

Survivors include his wife, Marilyn J. Brewer, Clinton, IL; children:  Bobby (Marsha) Brewer, Clinton, IL; Duane Brewer, Clinton, IL; Tammy Brewer, Bloomington, IL; Eddie Brewer, Clinton, IL; and Jon Brewer, Clinton, IL; four grandchildren; and sister, Shirley (Dick) Coppenbarger, Decatur, IL.

Allen was preceded in death by his parents, three sisters, and one brother.

Allen worked for Thrall Car Company in the Sand Blasting Dept. He enjoyed fishing and especially loved spending time with his family and adored his grandchildren.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Jeffrey “Jeff” L. Krall, 61 of Argenta, IL, passed away 8:30 PM August 13, 2023 at his home in Argenta, IL.

Services will be 2:00 PM Thursday August 17, 2023 at Calvert Funeral Home, Argenta, IL with Pastor Bob Baker officiating. Burial will follow at Friends Creek Cemetery, Argenta, IL. Visitation will be 12:00 PM-2:00 PM Thursday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the Jeffrey L. Krall Memorial Fund.

Jeff was born February 27, 1962 in Decatur, IL the son of George and Joanne (Higgins) Krall.

Survivors include his daughter, Heather (Jason) Black, Fort Mills, SC; three grandchildren Jaydon Black, Jazlynn Black, and Jaxson Black; mother Joanne Krall, Argenta, IL; siblings Brenda (Don) Bray, Decatur, IL, Melinda (Bob) Frantz, Bethany, IL, Justin (Sherry Epley) Krall, Bloomington, IL, Lee Krall, Las Vegas, NV, David (Casey) Krall, Argenta, IL, and Diane (Nick) Barno, Olive Branch, MS.

He was preceded in death by his father and his grandparents.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Kenneth Orman Dyer of Clinton, Illinois passed away July 30, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born February 10, 1944 in Clinton, IL to Orman Ray “Doc” Dyer and Edna (Bray) Dyer.

On May 16, 1987, he married Yvonne Woolf, now of Clinton, IL, she survives. Kenneth is also survived by Jennifer Benson (Ryan) of Clinton, IL; Chad Bray  (Bobbi) of Lincoln, IL; Melissa Hovis (Jimmy) of Kenney, IL, twelve grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents “Doc” and Edna Dyer, his sister, Joyce Diane Whittington, and his son, Phillip Orman Dyer.

He was an active member of LifeBridges Church, serving as the Clerk/Treasurer for nine years until his death, and was also loved and known as “Grandpa Orman” to the students at the LifeBridges Home School. He also owned Dyer Chemicals in DeWitt, IL, and served as the Mayor of DeWitt, IL. He was employed at Baum Chevrolet for sixteen years in sales and was a Sherriff’s Deputy for DeWitt County. He retired from Rinker in Lebanon, IN. He loved Gardening, St. Louis Cardinals and camping. He loved God, his family, church, and never knew a stranger. He was over the moon with his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

Celebration of Life will be 11 AM, Saturday, August 5, 2023 at the Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with Pastor Jonathan Taylor, Pastor Dana Taylor, and Rev. Greg Woolf officiating. Visitation will be 10 – 11 AM, Saturday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be directed to LifeBridges Church of Clinton.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

George Allen Goddard, 76, of Clinton, IL passed away at 8:50 AM July 31, 2023 at his residence, Clinton, IL.

Services will be 11 AM, Friday, August 4, 2023 at Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with Allison Hitchings officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, Clinton, IL. Visitation will be 10-11 AM, Friday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be directed to the Diabetes Association.

George was born January 25, 1947 in Clinton, IL the son of George L. and Mabel (Wooldridge) Goddard.

Survivors include his children: John Robert Goddard, Tomah, WI; Kirt Anthony (Glenda) Goddard, Goodfield, IL; Paul Aaron (Amy) Goddard, Hudson, IL; Jeremy Allen (Susan Jones) Goddard, Hartsburg, IL; Kathryn Ann (Jeff) Malkamaki, Decatur, IL; and Matthew Stephen Goddard, Sanford, FL; 15 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; and brother, Tommy Goddard, Bloomington, IL.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Charles Kraft.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com