Dewitt Obits Archives for 2024-06

Daniel L. Billington

Posted About Two Years Ago by Krystal Peasley Salvator

Heyworth – Daniel L. Billington, 75, of Heyworth, passed away at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center on Friday, June 28, 2024.

Graveside services for Daniel will be held at Randolph Township Cemetery, rural Heyworth, on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at 10:00 a.m, with Pastor John Horner officiating. Cremation Rites have been accorded.

Daniel Leslie Billington was born December 26, 1948, in Lincoln, the son of Harold Leslie and Mildred A. Hulvey Billington.

Daniel is survived by his mother, Mildred; sister, Dixie (Kendall Ferguson) Percival; and brother-in-law, Rex Griffin, and his significant other and best friend Shizuko Kindred of Atlanta. She never left his side when he became seriously ill. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by son Todd, brother Dennis Billington, sister Delora Griffin, and his father, Harold.

Daniel was a 1966 graduate of Trioka “Hittle Township” High School in Armington and then the U of I Police Training Institute. He had worked for the McLean County Circuit Clerk, and as a McLean County Sheriff’s Deputy and for ISU Police prior to serving as the Heyworth Police Chief for 17 years. Daniel had also worked for the Bloomington Pantagraph and LDC. He was a member of the Armington Christian Church and enjoyed playing music, specifically the guitar and mandolin at various events and VFW and Nursing Homes.

Memorials may be made to Heyworth Ambulance.

Final arrangements are entrusted with Quiram-Peasley Funeral Home of Atlanta.

Isaiah Jadiel Angel Nelson

Posted About Two Years Ago

Isaiah Jadiel Angel Nelson, 12, of Clinton, IL passed away 7:44 PM June 22, 2024 at HSHS St. John’s Hospital, Springfield, IL.

Visitation will be 11 AM – 1 PM, Saturday, June 29, 2024 at Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL.

Memorials may be directed to Isaiah Nelson Memorial Fund.

Isaiah was born November 30, 2011 in Oceanside, CA the son of Keri Nelson.

Survivors include his mother, Keri Nelson, Clinton, IL; siblings: Mylah Brennan, Maleah Brennan, and Adilee Gee all of Clinton, IL. Several aunts and uncles also survive.

Isaiah enjoyed playing football, spending time at the Vault, playing in the Band, and being on Student Council. In his spare time, Isaiah loved video gaming and being a foodie.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Margarite Ellen Williamson

Posted About Two Years Ago

Margarite Ellen Williamson 93 of Clinton, IL passed away 1:10 A.M. June 24, 2024 at Timber Creek Village Assisted Living of Lincoln, Lincoln, IL.

Services will be 11 AM, Friday, June 28, 2024 at the Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with Ernie Harvey, Jr. officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery, Clinton, IL. Visitation will be 10-11 AM, Friday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be directed to the New Horizon Christian Church of Heyworth, IL.

Margarite was born September 1, 1930 in Clinton, IL the daughter of Frank R. and Ida Catherine (Farnsworth) Brewer. She married Charles Williamson October 16, 1951 in Clinton, IL. He passed away November 4, 2005.

Survivors include her children, Pam (Robert) Foster, Clinton, IL; Richard (Jeannie) Williamson, Clinton, IL; Judith (Mike) Payne, Gwinn, MI; Steve (Peggy) Williamson, Heyworth, IL, 11 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren, and brother, Joe (Shelley) Brewer, Lockhart, TX.

She was preceded in death by her parents, three sisters, and two brothers.

Margarite worked for the phone company as a switchboard operator in Clinton.

Cecil Eugene "Sonny" Reynolds

Posted About Two Years Ago

Cecil Eugene “Sonny” Reynolds of Weldon passed into his heavenly home on June 13, 2024.

Sonny was born on Jan. 1, 1940 in Champaign to Cecil and Norma (Orcutt) Reynolds. He was the oldest of the 4 siblings and is survived by Rev. Ronald (Jeanne) Reynolds of Vandalia, OH, Cheryl (Donald) McClain of Urbana, and Melinda (Peter) Del Mastro of Deland. He is survived by his children, William (Tamara) Gantz and Debora (David) Huisinga, both of Monticello. He is also survived by grandchildren, Brandi (Ryan) Arnold of Monticello, Michael (Maleah) Huisinga of McCalla, AL, Nicholas (Bernice) Huisinga of Vernon Hills, and Mitchell Huisinga of St Louis, MO., and 3 great-grandchildren.

Sonny graduated from Urbana H.S. in 1958. In his younger years he was a golf caddy at the Champaign Country Club and worked at the Urbana Airport, where he enjoyed flying airplanes and had a private pilot’s license for several years. For many years he enjoyed fishing, hunting, and golfing, and later in life he spent a lot of his time riding his motorcycle. He was retired from the Electricians Local 601 and was a member of the DeWitt County Sportsmans Club and the Farmer City American Legion.

A private service will be held at a later date. Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL assisted the family with cremation rites.

Memorials may be made to the American Stroke Association and IDNR-Disabled Outdoor Opportunities.

Raymond Robert Smith

Posted About Two Years Ago by Krystal Peasley Salvator

Elkhart, Illinois -- Raymond Robert Smith, cherished father, grandfather, brother, friend, and esteemed member of the Elkhart community, passed away peacefully at home on June 15, 2024, at the age of 79, surrounded by family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Virginia; his brothers, Charles and John; and sister, Julia.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, June 21, 2024, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Elkhart with Rev. Joseph Dondanville officiating. Burial will follow at Elkhart Cemetery in Elkhart.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at St. Patrick's Church from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., following a 3:30 p.m. rosary prayer service.

Born on February 16, 1945, in Lincoln, Illinois, Raymond was known for his genuine desire to be of service and dedication to his family. He lived a life full of laughter and moments with those he held dear. His journey through life was marked by a profound love for his family.

Raymond served in the Army Reserves as an aerial photographer and a cook, among other various duties. He returned home to tend to the family farm, which became a lifelong career and passion for almost 50 years. He valued the land he planted and trusted God’s grace to provide for his family.

Raymond’s greatest joy was being a loving father to Angie Klopp, Dan (Lianne), David (Linda), Robert (Alissa), Amy Mills (Rick), and Jamie (Trent) Park. He exemplified the values of integrity, compassion, and hard work, leaving behind an indelible mark on each of their lives.

Known as the GOAT, he cherished his role as grandfather to Carly, Gabbie, Camila, Lauren, Jaden, Gavin, Landon, Hannah, Caleb, Liam, Cristina, Harrison, Olivia, Elliana, and River, and great-grandfather to Eloise, actively participating in all their sports and 4-H endeavors and nurturing their passions. His presence brought immense joy and guidance in their lives.

Raymond is also survived by three sisters, Ann Thoele, Mary Rudin, and Carolyn Pirrera.

A spirited fan, Raymond loved attending and cheering on his kids and grandkids as they played for the Elkhart Redbirds, Mount Pulaski Hilltoppers, and Warrensburg-Latham Cardinals. He was also an avid Fighting Illini and St. Louis Cardinals fan. He was a life-long member of St Patrick’s Catholic Church in Elkhart where he was often seen frying chicken for the annual chicken dinners, served on the Mt. Pulaski school board and was a Knights of Columbus member. In addition, he had a genuine love for purple martins, hummingbirds, and cardinals. A big fan of the Logan County and Illinois State Fairs, Raymond thoroughly enjoyed live music in the beer tents and watching his children and grandchildren show their award-winning duroc pigs. He enjoyed traveling, especially his trips to Ireland and Italy with his daughters. Captivating and funny, Raymond’s ability to tell stories and to create them was unmatched.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to St. Patrick’s Church of Elkhart or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Final arrangements are entrusted with Peasley Funeral Home in Lincoln.

Thomas L. Thompson, Sr.

Posted About Two Years Ago

Thomas L. Thompson, Sr., 88 of Clinton, IL, passed 8:54 AM June 12, 2024 at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana, IL.

Graveside Services with Military Honors will be 10 AM, Monday, June 17, 2024 at Oak Park Cemetery, Clinton, IL with Mark Boehm officiating. There will be no visitation. The family requests casual attire. Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL is in charge of arrangements.

Memorials may be directed to the Thomas Thompson Memorial Fund c/o Dee Dee Rentmeister.

Thomas was born December 25, 1935 in Decatur, IL the son of Sylvo and Opal (Lancaster) Thompson. He married Nancy Ann Bismark December 21, 1956 in Clinton, IL. She passed away February 13, 2012.

Survivors include his children, Tommy L. Thompson, Jr., Sturgeon Bay, WI, Mary (Rusty) Fenner, Clinton, IL, and Dee Dee Rentmeister, Clinton, IL; grandchildren, Brittiany Thompson, Clinton, IL, Shelbi Russell, Lincoln, IL, Ashley Flores, Denver City, TX; six great grandchildren: Sierra Sickles, Kinzey Sickles, Maleah Russell, Kaelyn Russell, Jace Russell, and Luna Flores; and sister, Joyce Wade, Matteson, IL also survives.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Thomas was a U.S. Army Veteran. He retired from Revere Copper & Brass in Clinton, IL and was a member of the Eagles Lodge. Thomas enjoyed cowboy movies and chasing trains.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Dana Rosten

Posted About Two Years Ago

Dana Rosten, 62, of Clinton passed away on June 5, 2024, at Lincoln Village Healthcare Center.

She is predeceased by her father, Paul Dalton.

She is survived by her husband, Ray, her brother, Rick, her mother, Merry, her three sons, Drew, Brian and Tim, her daughters-in-law Bryanna and Samantha, and her grandchildren, Rae, Isaac and Leo.

Dana was unyieldingly generous, and amassed a large circle of friends and family that she kept in touch with regularly as a result. She also owned a business, which she passed on to her cousin Scott, who ran it with his brother Kyle before they sold it in the late 2010's. Dana graduated from Clinton High School in 1979 and helped organize class reunions since. Dana had lived with Scott and Kyle's mother, Gretchen, while she worked her first full-time job at Miller Container in the early 1980's. Dana remained close with Gretchen for her entire life. Dana also cherished her other cousins, uncles, aunts, friends, and extended family. But Dana's foremost role in life was wife, mother and grandmother, roles to which she devoted all her energy. Few people on this Earth are as thoughtful and committed to their children as Dana was to hers. Her children, grandchildren, and all of her family and friends will miss her dearly.

Memorial services will be 11 A.M. Saturday, June 15, 2024 at the Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, Il. with her sons, Brian, Andrew and Timothy speaking. Private burial will follow at Oak Park Cemetery, Clinton, Il. Gathering for friends and family will be 10 – 11 A.M. June 15, 2024 at the funeral home.

Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Virginia "Ginny" A. Mitchell

Posted About Two Years Ago by Krystal Peasley Salvator

Lincoln -- Virginia "Ginny" A. Mitchell, 83, of Lincoln, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2024, at St. Clara's Rehab and Senior Care Center in Lincoln.

A visitation for Virginia will be held on Friday, June 7, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Peasley Funeral Home in Lincoln.

Cremation Rites have been accorded.

No services are scheduled.

Virginia Ann Thompson was born on December 6, 1940, in Hammond, Illinois, the daughter of Andrew Jackson and Leona Rose Barr Thompson. She was united in marriage to Welby J. Mitchell in March 1961. He preceded her in death on May 31, 1988.

She is survived by her children: Sarah Leah Larson, James Wayne (Penny) Mitchell, William W. (Carol) Mitchell, Gary Eugene (Carol) Mitchell, and Candice Renee (Wayne) Knoth; twelve grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, three sisters, two brothers, one daughter: Juanita Bryant, one grandson: Chadwick Meade, and one great-granddaughter: Mable Audrine Larson.

She graduated from the Monticello High School in 1957. She had been employed at Walmart, R & R Cafe, and the DeWitt County Nursing Home in Hallsville.

Her hobbies included playing Bingo, cooking, and reading. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Peasley Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

James Edward Thompson

Posted About Two Years Ago

James Edward Thompson 77 of Weldon, IL passed away 3:40 A.M. June 4, 2024 at McLean County Nursing Home, Normal, Il.

Graveside Services with Military Honors will be 12 noon, Friday, June 14, 2024 at Blairsville Cemetery, Carterville, IL with Rev. Larry Gilbert officiating. Visitation will be 5-7 PM, Thursday, June 13, 2024 at Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL.

Memorials may be directed to the Disabled American Veterans.

James was born January 14, 1947 in St. Louis, MO the son of Clarence Edward and Irma (Holland) Thompson. He married Martha Roate June 22, 1968.

Survivors include his wife, Martha Thompson, Keokuk, IA; children: James (Angelia) Thompson, IA; Troy (Teri) Thompson, Bondville, IL; Gary (Melinda) Thompson, Atlanta, IL; and LaDonna Chambers, Farmer City, IL; 16 grandchildren and several great grandchildren; siblings, Carol Crowley, Fort Myers, FL; Victoria (Jack) Phillips, Bush, IL; and Patricia Nance, Heron, IL.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, John and Joey, and sister, Sondra.

James served his country in the United States Army. He worked for Mobil Chemical and the Illinois D.N.R. at Moraine View State Park and Clinton Lake. James was a groundskeeper and guide at the David Davis Mansion in Bloomington and a guide at Lincoln’s Tomb in Springfield. He was an avid fisherman, enjoyed cars, and was a collector of everything.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

John Robert Salmond

Posted About Two Years Ago

John Robert Salmond, 62, of Lakewood, CO passed away on Sunday March 31, 2024. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00pm Friday, June 21, 2024, at St. Patrick Church, Wapella, IL with Fr. Thomas Szydlik, Celebrant. The Visitation will be before the Mass at 1:30pm at the church. Burial will follow at St. Patrick Cemetery, Wapella, IL. The family entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with arrangements.

A Celebration of Life will follow with family and friends at 4:30pm at Gill Street Restaurant, Bloomington. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Patrick Church, The Salvation Army, WGLT Radio Normal, IL.

John was born August 14, 1961, in Decatur, IL, the son of Robert and Marilyn Walsh Salmond. He is survived by his sisters, Kathleen Salmond and Christine Salmond, Normal; Janet (Thomas) Paley, Fenton, MO; his brother, Michael Salmond, Denver, CO; his niece and nephew, Julia Paley (Chen) Hakak, Seattle, WA and Stephen Paley, Knoxville, TN, and his great niece Romi Hakak.

John graduated from Illinois State University in 1985 with a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication and Broadcasting. John worked as an Audio-Visual Technician and supervisor for Westfields Marriott Conference Center in Chantilly, VA, NASA Headquarters, Washington, DC and as a Virtual Meeting Coordinator for the Colorado State Capitol, Legislative Committee. John was a Member of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE).

John truly loved and cared for his family and friends. His instinctive sense of adventure along with his faith helped him navigate through life. John was blessed to experience life to its fullest. His quick wit, broad range of knowledge and quirky sense of humor will be missed by all.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Twanda Rose "Rosie" Reynolds

Posted About Two Years Ago

Twanda Rose “Rosie” Reynolds 83, of Clinton, Illinois passed away 7:42 A.M. June 3, 2024 at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center, Bloomington, Il.

Graveside services will be 3:30 PM, Thursday, June 6, 2024 at DeWitt Cemetery, DeWitt, IL with Ernie Harvey, Jr. officiating. The family entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with arrangements.

Memorials may be directed to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Rosie was born June 19, 1940 in Clinton, IL the daughter of Otis and Helen L. (Campbell) Newberry. She married Jerry Lee Reynolds July 1, 1957 in DeWitt, Illinois. He passed away May 28, 2019.

Survivors include her children, Gary (Jamie) Reynolds, Clinton, IL; Pamela A. (David) Terry, Clinton, IL; Charles Reynolds, Clinton, IL, eight grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and four great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two sons, Jerry Wayne Reynolds and Scott Patrick Reynolds, grandson, David Terry, and one great-grandson, Zander Reynolds, 3 brothers and 2 sisters.

Rosie was a sweet and kind person whose passion in life was to care for other people before herself.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Lauren Allison Martin

Posted About Two Years Ago

Lauren Allison Martin, 32, of Normal, IL passed away from injuries sustained in an automobile accident at 9:23 a.m. May 31, 2024, in Tazewell County, IL She was born to Randy and Nancy (Kincaid) Martin on June 29, 1991 in Bloomington, IL.

Lauren was the loving mother of Wilhelmina Martin. She is survived by her daughter of Normal, IL; her parents, Randy and Nancy Martin of Clinton, IL; her brother Christopher and his wife, Daphney Martin and their son, Archer Mickelson of St. Johns, FL, as well as aunts, uncles, numerous cousins, and friends who will miss her dearly.

Lauren was preceded in death by her grandparents, J. Kennedy, Jr. and Margaret (Graham) Kincaid, and Coy and Alice Jean (Thompson) Martin.

Lauren attended Clinton High School, Heartland Community College, Illinois Wesleyan University, and Southern New Hampshire University. She was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma at Illinois Wesleyan University. She was also a member of Pierre Menard Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution. Lauren worked at Monical’s Pizza and was part owner of Dairy Queen and Monical’s Pizza in Clinton, IL. She also worked as a nanny and was a foster parent of numerous children. She was a strong advocate for children with special needs.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 6, 2024 from 9-11 a.m., followed by the funeral service at 11 a.m. at Calvert Funeral Home in Clinton, IL, with Ernie Harvey officiating. Burial will be in Texas Cemetery, Clinton, IL.

Memorials may be given to Wilhelmina Martin Trust, 9219 Blue Sage Road, Clinton, IL 61727.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

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