Dennis Thomas, 71, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 5:34 P.M. Friday, December 23, 2022 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL.  He was born April 8, 1951, the son of Evert and Helena (Winkler) Thomas Sr.  He married Robin Goin on April 12, 2015.  She survives in Hoopeston. 

He is also survived by one daughter, Destiny Thomas of Hoopeston; two sons, Dustin (Sharon) Goin of Hoopeston and Adrian Thomas of Tilton; three grandchildren, Alexa Conover, Bentley Goin, and Kali Goin, and several nieces and nephews.  

He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, two infant sons, two sisters, and two brothers. 

Dennis served in the Army from 1969 – 1970 during the Vietnam War.  He was a furnace installer, carpenter and general handyman.  He enjoyed collecting antique/vintage cars and motorcycle choppers. 

Per his wishes, cremation rites have been accorded and a private burial will be held at a later date. 

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society,  the Alzheimer’s Association, or the Donor’s Choice. 

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Vera “Marie” “Ma” Brown, 95, of Hoopeston, passed away at 8:49 p.m. Friday, December 23, 2022, at Heritage Health, in Hoopeston.

Marie was born on August 25, 1927, in Hoopeston, the daughter of Earl and Myrle (Crose) Justice.  She married Robert G. Brown on April 3, 1949, in Hoopeston.  He preceded her in death on February 6, 1983. 

She is survived by two sons- Gary (Margie) Brown of Hoopeston and Michael (Michelle) Brown of Olathe, Kansas; son-in-law- Lou Barber of Collierville, Tennessee; fourteen grandchildren- Candice (Brian Metts) Barber of Tennessee, Chris Barber of Tennessee, Gary Allen (Jeri) Brown of Hoopeston, Bryon (Jill) Brown of Milford, Sara Furrow of Hoopeston, Mikhaila, Mikhenna, Miguel, Mikah, Mikholai and Mailhani Brown all of Olathe, Kansas; eight great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter- Linda Barber, four brothers and two sisters.

Marie graduated from John Greer High School, in Hoopeston.  She worked as a cook at Hoopeston High School, and she ran “Ma’s Kitchen” inside the Hoopeston American Legion for several years.  When Marie worked at the high school, she was very involved in the school sports.  She was a member of the American Legion and VFW Auxiliary, where she was very active.  She was also a member of the First Christian Church.  Marie enjoyed working because she loved being around people.  She also enjoyed cooking, reading, fishing with her kids, gardening and traveling with her daughter Linda. 

Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, December 29, 2022, at Blurton Funeral Home.  A Celebration of Marie’s Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday. December 30, 2022, at Blurton Funeral Home, in Hoopeston, with James Thatcher officiating.  She will be laid to rest following the services in Floral Hill Cemetery.  Memorials may be made in Marie’s name to the Hoopeston American Legion Auxiliary.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home to assist them in honoring Marie’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on her everlasting memorial page at: www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

Susan Joann Redden, 63, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 8:40 P.M. Tuesday December 20, 2022, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL. She was born September 29, 1959, in Danville, IL, the daughter of William T. and Patricia J. (Gooden) Dooley. She married Dean H. Redden on November 30, 1980, at the First Christian Church in Hoopeston. He survives in Hoopeston. 

She is also survived by one daughter, Bobbi Redden (Richard) Harbacek of Hoopeston, IL; one son, Billy (Carissa) Redden on Hoopeston, IL; one step-son, Jeremiah (Amy) Redden of Lafayette, IN; five grandchildren, Madison Barnes, Macy Ray, Keagan Hall, Sawyer Redden, and Jordan (Morgan) Harbacek; one aunt, Kay Williams; a special cousin, Doug Vailes; and many nieces and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Timothy Dooley and Jerry Dooley; a special aunt, Judy (Gooden) King; one uncle, Jimmy Gooden; and a special cousin, Debbie Vailes. 

Susan was the Assistant Director of the Hoopeston Multi Agency for 18 years, where she and Chalmers Flint started the Teen Reach program. She attended the First Church of God in Hoopeston and was a member of the United Fund. She enjoyed watching crime documentaries, drinking a cup of coffee, and talking with her friends on the telephone. Susan’s children and grandchildren were her life, and she was always there to support them in all their activities.  

A visitation will be held 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. Wednesday December 28, 2022, at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. The funeral service will follow the visitation and will begin at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, at the funeral home with Pastor Gary Milton officiating. Burial will follow in Floral Hill Cemetery in Hoopeston.  

Memorials may be made to the Hoopeston Area Project Success, 615 E. Orange St. Hoopeston, IL 60942. 

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Carol Ann Powell, 69, of Potomac, passed away at 8:54 a.m. Thursday, December 15, 2022, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center, in Peoria.

Carol was born on March 30, 1953, in Traverse City, Michigan, the daughter of Elmer and Beatrice (Nolan) Gauthier.  She married Kenneth Powell on May 15, 1971, in Traverse City, Michigan.  He survives.

She is also survived by one daughter- Kristina Powell of Potomac; two sons- Eric (Angela) Powell of Newbern, Tennessee and James Powell of Potomac; two grandchildren- Kaileigh and Jonathan Powell; two brothers- Lloyd (Jean) Gauthier of Traverse City, Michigan and John (Joanna) Gauthier of Ferndale, Michigan; two sisters- Alysia (Bill) Taunton of Florida and Jean (Merle) Rodenborg of Mikado, Michigan; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother- Harvey Gauthier and sister- Adeline Gauthier.

Carol graduated from high school, in Glen Lake, Michigan.  She worked as a CNA for 23 years, at Country Health, in Gifford.  Carol was a member of the Potomac Church of the Nazarene.  She enjoyed reading, collecting animals, doing puzzles, feeding hummingbirds and traveling.  Carol also loved Christmas and going to yard sales and thrift shops.  Her greatest enjoyment was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

A Celebration of Carol’s Life will be held at 12:00 p.m. Thursday, December 22, 2022, at the Potomac Church of the Nazarene, with Pastor Randy Holden officiating.  Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Thursday, at the church.  Following the services cremation rites will be accorded.  Memorials may be made to the Potomac Church of the Nazarene or the Vermilion County Animal Shelter.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home, in Potomac, to assist them in honoring Carol’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on her everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.  

Bonnie W. Berglund, 97, of Lady Lake, Florida, formerly of Rossville, passed away at 9:43 a.m. Wednesday, December 14, 2022, at Cornerstone Hospice, in The Villages, Florida.

Bonnie was born on September 2, 1925, in Collison, Illinois, the daughter of Charles S. and Flora E. (Adams) Waugh.  She married Delmar Berglund on September 26, 1949, at the First Church of the Nazarene in Danville, Illinois. 

Bonnie and Delmar, who preceded her in death on September 8, 2004, had a long and full life with family and friends, in community service and in helping people. This included fostering many children. Bonnie put her creativity and superior sewing skills to good use in many ways, including costumes for community theatre; choir robes; gift quilts and doll clothes, and as the owner of the Bridal Shoppe in Danville for many years. 

 She is survived by two daughters- Linda Good of Casa Grande, Arizona and Terry (Clive) Campbell of Ottawa, Canada and a son- Kenneth (Crystal) Berglund of Greenwood, Indiana, ten grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, four sisters- Louise Aug, Francis Bussard, Pauline Hayn and Nettie Randall- and three brothers- Espie, Eugene and Keith Waugh, a son, Kris, and a grandson, Erik.

Bonnie was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Danville. 

A Celebration of Bonnie’s Life will be held at 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 20, 2022, at Blurton Funeral Home in Potomac with Pastor Dave Anderson officiating.  Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.  She will be laid to rest in Potomac Cemetery following the services.  Memorials may be made to the First Church of the Nazarene, Danville.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home to assist them in honoring Bonnie’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on her everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

William F. Crose, 83, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 10:49 A.M. Saturday December 10, 2022, at Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee, IL. He was born July 31, 1939, in Hoopeston, IL, the son of William J. and Mildred Nadene (Marler) Crose. He married Nancy Kay McVicker on September 12, 1959, at the First Christian Church in Hoopeston. She preceded him in death on June 14, 2022. 

He is survived by one daughter, Abby (John) Harrison of Goodrich, MI; Scott (Julie) Crose of Hoopeston, IL and Mike Crose of Arizona; one sister, Sue (Fred) Obenland of Hoopeston, IL; six grandchildren, Lindsey Crose (Dustin Ammann), Jordan (Sadie) Crose, Luke (Kayla) Harrison, Matt (Allison) Harrison, Sarah Young, and Jason Crose; five great grandchildren, Nash and Jude Ammann, Theodore Harrison, Aiden Young, and Madyson Crose; and several nieces and nephews. 

In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Arthur Daniel Crose. 

William worked for the Hoopeston Police Department for several years. He later joined the Plumbers and Steam Fitters Union Local #293 before owning and operating Hoopeston Plumbing and Heating. He enjoyed traveling with his wife and family, watching the Chicago Cubs, and loved his dogs. 

Per his wishes, he will be cremated, and no services will be held. 

Memorials may be made in Williams’ honor to the Hoopeston Animal Rescue Team (H.A.R.T), 901 W. Main St. Hoopeston, IL 60942. 

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It is with great sadness that we announce Leona P. York passed away peacefully on December 9, 2022. Leona was born to Crystal (McGrath) and Ronald Jordan in Gibson City, IL, on March 4, 1935. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Brenda Gaither; husband, Don Burton and Henry “Sarge” York and longtime companion, Ray Eells; and three great grandchildren.  

She is survived by sister, Joyce Allen; children, Steve (Janine) York of Mesa, AZ, Teri (Gary) Warf of Louisville, KY, Don (Nancy) York of Louisville, KY, and Julie (John) Taylor of Etowah, TN; grandchildren, Brandy (Ryan) Forsyth, Andrew (Jessica) York, Laurel York, Jason Warf, Tammy (Jon) Roberts, Angie (Rickie) Cade, Todd (Kristin) Warf, Jordan (Beth) York, Wes (Samantha) York, Jennifer (Scott) Martin, Tara (Juston) Ticknor and Travis (Patty) Morenz; great grandchildren, Chloe and Lila Forsyth, Thora Rose York, Sophia Warf, Tanner Brancato, Rene Roberts, Meagan Colunga, Chase Cade, Cooper, Kenzie, and Jackson Warf, Arabella and Caleb Campbell, Drew and Alec Martin, Hadlee, Corbon and Brylee Ticknor, Katie and Coby Morenz; 8 great great grandchildren, one niece, Dawn Samet; and two nephews, Darrin and Chris Lucas. 

Leona was blessed to also have a bonus family of Jacquie (Clark) Potter, David (Lori) Eells, and Liz (Mick) Braddock; grandchildren, Dani (Nate) Boyer, Tony and Cody Eells, Lauren (Jordan) Stream, Natalie (Willie) Rayfield, Clayton (Angelica) Potter, Whitney Braddock, and Lyndey (Tyler) Selsor; great grandchildren, Jacy and Brynlee Boyer, Charley and Bradley Sara Rayfield, Luis Clark Potter, Lorelei, Isla and Lottie Ray Stream, Deiter, Kendyll and Luka Selsor. 

Leona was a long-time employee of Hoopeston East-Lynn School system and one of her great pleasures in life was seeing all the former students and teachers. She enjoyed bowling and was inducted into the bowling hall of fame but most importantly she enjoyed all her friends and family. 

“My life has been a tapestry of rich and royal hue, an everlasting vision of the ever-changing view, A wonderous woven magic in bits of blue and gold, A tapestry to feel and see, impossible to hold.” 

Please help us celebrate Leona’s life with a visitation from 1:00 – 3:00 P.M. on Friday December 16, 2022, at Anderson Funeral Home 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. A service will follow at 3:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Following the service, cremation rites will be accorded. 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the Save the Lorraine Foundation, P.O. Box 247, Hoopeston, IL 60942. 

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Marjorie E. “Marg” Gaddis, 88, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 5:38 A.M. Friday December 9, 2022, at her home at the Villas of Holly Brook Chatham. She was born September 22, 1934, to Pearl and William Cecil Baker. She married Curtis Leland Judy on June 8, 1952, and he preceded her in death. She later married Howard E. Gaddis on June 9, 1964. He survives. 

She is also survived by her children, Rita (Steve) Lindscott of Springfield, IL, Tammy (Keith) Hall of Springfield, IL; Jim (Kim) Judy of Ashley, IL, Vickie Gaddis of Hoopeston, IL and David (Penny) Gaddis of Hoopeston, IL; two sisters, Virginia Marquardt and Ruth Baker; brother, Wayne (Nancy) Baker; 5 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; 4 great great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Catherine and Norma; and three brothers, John, William, and Howard. 

Marg was a homemaker. She also assisted with the family businesses, Gaddis Service and later, Hoopeston Monument. She was a member of the Chestnut Street Church of Christ in Hoopeston. She was also a member of the Hoopeston American Legion Auxiliary #384 for 50 years. Marjorie enjoyed playing bingo, euchre, doing word search puzzles, and spending time with her family. 

A visitation will be held 10:00 – 11:00 A.M. Saturday December 17, 2022, at Chestnut Street Church of Christ 709 E. Chestnut St. Hoopeston, IL. The funeral service will follow the visitation and will begin at 11:00 A.M. Saturday at the church with Pastor John Morris officiating. Burial will follow in the Potomac Cemetery. 

Memorials may be made to the Chestnut Street Church of Christ, 709 E. Chestnut St. Hoopeston, IL 60942. 

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Donna Jean (McGee) Fowler, 83, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 10:10 A.M. Saturday December 10, 2022, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL. She was born May 8, 1939, in Danville, IL, the daughter of Benjamin and Frances (Ray) McGee. She married George Harold Fowler on October 1, 1960, at St Anthony Catholic Church in Hoopeston. He survives in Hoopeston. 

She is also survived by three sons, John Benjamin (Dawn) Fowler of Huntington, IN, Jason Daniel (Nina) Fowler of Chicago, IL, and Justin George (Ginger) Fowler of Grand Rapids, MI; one brother, William “Bill” (Susan) McGee of Hoopeston, IL; four grandchildren, Zoey, Logan, Graham, and Georgia Fowler; and five nieces and nephews, Chris McGee (Jennie Miskec), Kelly McGee (John Baker), Carol Baldus, Joe (Shirley) Sears, and Tommy Kellam. 

She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Mary McGee. 

Donna graduated in the Class of ’57 from Hoopeston High School where she was a member of the National Honor Society. After marrying her husband, George, she became a homemaker, caring for her family. She attended the First Church of God in Hoopeston. Donna enjoyed reading, working crossword puzzles, and watching the Chicago Cubs and Fighting Illini. 

A visitation will be held 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. Thursday December 15, 2022, at Anderson Funeral Home 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. The funeral service will follow the visitation and will begin at 12:00 P.M. Thursday at the funeral home with Pastor Carlos Sanchez officiating. Burial will follow in Floral Hill Cemetery in Hoopeston. 

Memorials may be made to the Danville Cancer Center, 806 N. Logan Ave, Danville, IL 61832. 

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Jerry C. Tesreau, 81, of Hoopeston, formerly of Fredericktown, Missouri, passed away AT 1:35 a.m. Thursday, December 8, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family.

Jerry was born on December 23, 1940, in Fredericktown, Missouri, the son of Clark E. and Violet A. (Wagner) Tesreau.  He married Shirley McClure on August 27, 1961, in Sikeston, Missouri.  She survives.

He is also survived by two daughters- Melissa (Jeff) Stebbins of Hoopeston and Michelle (Randy) Wade of Antioch, Illinois; one son- Sam Tesreau of Rochelle, Illinois; six grandchildren- Emily (Dustin) Leslie, Joshua (Taylor) Stebbins, Cameron Wade, Hannah (Aaron) Mayes, Isaac Tesreau and Luke Tesreau; four great-grandchildren- Clara Leslie, Beckett Leslie, Eloise Stebbins and Kirah Leslie; two brothers- Rick (Louann) Tesreau of Fredericktown, Missouri and Mike (Myra) Montgomery of Seneca, South Carolina; one sister- Mary Tripp of Belleville, Illinois; special sister-in-law- Glenda Tesreau of Fredericktown, Missouri; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers- Vic and Roy Tesreau, and sister- Gloria Montgomery.

Jerry graduated from Fredericktown High School, in 1958.  He later graduated from barber school, in St. Louis.  Jerry served in the Missouri National Guard from 1960 to 1968.  He worked for 33 years as a warehouseman for Nestle Distribution Center, in Dekalb, Illinois, until he retired in 2002.  Jerry was also a retired Baptist pastor, where he would serve as an intern pastor at several churches.  He attended First Baptist Church in Hoopeston.  Jerry in his younger years enjoyed playing wiffle ball and he coached little league.  He enjoyed gardening and going to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren’s sporting events.  Jerry was also an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan.

A Celebration of Jerry’s Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 13, 2022, at the First Baptist Church, in Hoopeston, with Pastor Adam Taubert officiating.  Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, at the church.  Burial will follow the service in Floral Hill Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home, in Hoopeston, to assist them in honoring Jerry’s life.  Condolences may be made to the family on Jerry’s everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

Stephen Eugene Johnson, 57, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away on Wednesday December 7, 2022, at his home. He was born August 28, 1965, in Chicago, IL, the son of Bobby Lee and Lois Jean (Meek) Johnson.  They preceded him in death. 

He is survived by three brothers, Gary, Jack, and Bobby Johnson. 

Stephen was known for frequenting many businesses in downtown Hoopeston. His favorite places included 112 Wine and Coffee Shoppe, Mr. B’s Café, and Pizza King, where the owners and staff treated him like family. He enjoyed watching sports, drinking coffee, and attending services with his church family at New Beginnings Church in Hoopeston.  

A visitation will be held 10:00 – 11:00 A.M. Wednesday December 14, 2022, at New Beginnings Church, 204 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. The funeral service will follow the visitation and will begin at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday at the church with the New Beginnings Ministry Team officiating. Burial will follow in Floral Hill Cemetery in Hoopeston. 

Memorials may be made in memory of Stephen to the New Beginnings Church, 204 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL 60942. 

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Marjorie Gaddis, 88, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 5:38 A.M. Friday December 9, 2022, at the Villas of Holly Brook in Chatham, IL. Arrangements are pending at Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston.

Marjorie Gaddis, 88, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 5:38 A.M. Friday December 9, 2022, at the Villas of Holly Brook in Chatham, IL. Arrangements are pending at Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston.

Shirley Ann Green, 92, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 3:00 P.M. Thursday December 8, 2022, at Heritage Health Therapy and Senior Living in Hoopeston. She was born on July 20, 1930, in Danville, IL, the daughter of Gerald Parker and Opal Marie (Wallen) Unger. She married Frank Lee “Skip” Green on April 13, 1951, in Peoria, IL. He preceded her in death.  

She was also preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Thomas Unger. 

Shirley was a teacher for fifty years. She taught two years in Robstown, TX, three years in Urbana, IL, thirty years in Hobart, IN, and later in Wildwood, FL until her retirement at the age of 71. She won many awards for her lesson plans, which were adopted by the State of Florida for underprivileged children, and her teaching techniques. She was a member of the Hoopeston United Methodist Church where she was very active. Shirley enjoyed playing bridge, sewing, reading, and cooking for her family and friends. She also enjoyed traveling with her husband and dog, Siegfried.  

A visitation will be held 9:00 – 10:00 A.M. Tuesday December 13, 2022, at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. The funeral service will follow the visitation and will begin at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday at the funeral home with Pastor Kathy Murphy officiating. Burial will follow in Rossville Cemetery. 

Memorials may be made to the Hoopeston United Methodist Church, 403 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL 60942. 

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Martin “Marty” John Kloska, 90, of Hoopeston, passed away at 8:05 p.m. Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at Heritage Health, in Hoopeston.

Martin was born on November 1, 1932, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Martin and Stella (Jaworksi) Kloska. He married Carol Yates on September 8, 1957. She preceded him in death on July 14, 2018.

Martin is survived by his children: Marty (Jodi) Kloska of Crystal Lake, Il; two daughters-Mary Lou (Rick) Brackmann of Hoopeston, Kathleen (Steven) Margevich of Chicago; grandchildren- Jessica, Joshua (Danielle), Katie (Jason), Shaylah (Shaun), Dylan, Zachary (Alice), Emily, and Anna; and great- grandchildren- Julia, Wyatt, James, Michael, Gabby, Jackson, Genevieve and Margot.

Marty was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He enjoyed woodworking, scrapbooking and spending time with his family. One of his greatest joys was being Santa Clause for the children of his family and community.

According to his wishes cremation rites have been accorded. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. Illiana Cremation Society has the honor of assisting the Kloska family with the cremation arrangements. Condolences may be shared with the family on Martin’s everlasting memorial page at www.illianacremationsociety.com.

Anna “Dids” “Maw” Garrett, 73, of Milford passed away on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at her residence. She was born on November 20, 1949 in Middlesboro, Kentucky, a daughter of Cecil and Marty Bryant. Anna married Randall Glen Garrett in Milford on April 10, 1969 and he preceded her in death on July 21, 2019. She was also preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Cecil “Jr” Bryant; and one son, Ernie Garrett.

Anna is survived by her son, Quinton “Q” Garrett of Milford.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 16, 2022 at the Milford Christian Church with Rev. Brent Zastrow officiating. Burial will follow in the Maple Grove Cemetery in Milford. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 15, 2022 at the Milford Christian Church and also one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday.

Memorials may be given to the Donor’s Choice.

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M. Eileen Vines, 96, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 5:00 P.M. Wednesday November 30, 2022, at Heritage Health Therapy and Senior Living in Hoopeston. She was born on November 11, 1926, at home near Catlin, IL, the daughter of Ernie and Mabel (Truman) Winland. She married Robert H. Vines, and he preceded her in death in March of 2000.  

She is survived by one daughter, Robin Peterson of Hoopeston, IL; one son, Phil (Kathy) Vines of Hoopeston, IL; 8 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. 

In addition to her husband, Eileen was preceded in death by her parents, 2 sisters, and 4 brothers. 

Eileen graduated from the University of Illinois and became a physical education teacher at Hoopeston school until her retirement. She was a member of the First Christian Church Disciples of Christ in Hoopeston. In her younger years, she loved playing sports with her children and neighborhood kids. Eileen also enjoyed traveling with her husband and spending time with her family. 

A visitation will be held 4:00 – 7:00 P.M. Friday December 9, 2022, at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday December 10, 2022, at the First Christian Church Disciples of Christ, 502 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. A private burial will be held. 

Memorials may be made to the First Christian Church Disciples of Christ, 502 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL 60942 or the Hoopeston Area Girls Sports Boosters, 615 E. Orange St. Hoopeston, IL 60942. 

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Cheryl Ann Gillins, 76, of Wellington, IL, passed away at 3:32 P.M. Wednesday November 30, 2022, at her home. She was born December 25, 1945, in Danville, IL, the daughter of Herman Murray and Ruth Elizabeth (King) Pugh. She married Gary Gillins in March 1968, and he preceded her in death.  

She is survived by one daughter, Beth (Steve) Totheroh of Milford, IL; one son, Eric (Jordan) Reece of Friendsville, TN; one brother, Jerry (Cheryl) Pugh of Wellington, IL; one sister-in-law, Jean Lockhart of Hoopeston, IL; three grandchildren, Alissa (Joe) Warner, Lauren Totheroh, and Trey Totheroh; and four nieces and nephews, Scott (Cindy) Lockhart, Dawn (Skip) Crusinberry, Jered (Samantha) Pugh, and Jesse Pugh. 

In addition to her husband, Cheryl was preceded in death by her parents and brother-in-law, Merle Lockhart. 

Cheryl worked for many years at the Wellington State Bank and Community Bank. She was the co-owner, with Gary, of Gillins Oil Co. and Hoopeston Monument. She was a member of Prairie Green Church of Christ and later became a member of the Milford Christian Church where she was very active volunteering, attending Bible study, playing the piano for church activities, and accompanying many singing groups. Cheryl was also a member of the Young at Heart Game Group, the Friday Night Supper Club, and enjoyed 19 years in Book Club. She also enjoyed sewing and quilting and always showed great hospitality to family and friends. 

A visitation will be held 4:00 – 7:00 P.M. Thursday December 8, 2022, at Milford Christian Church, 811 E. Hickory St., Milford, IL. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday December 9, 2022, at the church with Pastor Brent Zastrow and Pastor Ed Highfill officiating. Burial will follow in Floral Hill Cemetery in Hoopeston. 

Memorial contributions may be made in Cheryl’s honor to Iroquois Memorial Hospice, 200 Laird Lane, Watseka, IL 60970 or the Milford Christian Church, 811 E. Hickory St., Milford, IL 60953. 

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Marilyn Jean Hamilton Ervin Hall, 79, of Danville, IL, formerly of Rossville, IL, passed away at 7:46 A.M. Wednesday November 30, 2022, at home. She was born on November 29, 1943, in Danville, IL, the daughter of Paul Franklin and Hazel Louise (Allen) Hamilton. They preceded her in death. She married Richard E. Ervin, and he preceded her in death on September 20, 1986. She later married Richard Hall and he preceded her in death on October 10, 2000.  

She is survived by one daughter, Tawanna (Leonard) Ervin-Gaston of Henderson, NV; two sons, Richard (Lynnette) Ervin Jr. of Danville, IL and Marion Ervin of Hoopeston, IL; one sister, Patricia (Ed) Cardwell of Catlin, IL; three brothers, Frank (Judy) Hamilton of Danville, IL, Tim (Angela) Hamilton of Arizona, and Kim (Wendy) Hamilton of Watseka, IL; 6 grandchildren, Dillon Ervin, Dalton Ervin, Kelbi Schnabel, Chelsea Weeks, Randi Sue Kincade, and Jamie Nightlinger; 9 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. 

Marilyn graduated from Rossville High School in 1961. She worked at TRW in Hoopeston until her marriage and then became a housewife for 25 years. She later attended nursing school at DACC, graduating in 1988. She began her nursing career at Lakeview Hospital in Danville and later worked at the Hoopeston Nursing Home and Heartland in Paxton. Marilyn attended the Second Church of Christ in Danville. She was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching the St. Louis Cardinals, University of Illinois basketball, and the Chicago Bears. She loved cooking and was known for her famous chocolate chip cookies and turkey soup. Marilyn especially loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and always made each grandchild’s birthday cake. 

A visitation will be held 2:00 – 5:00 P.M. Sunday December 4, 2022, at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday December 5, 2022, at the funeral home with Pastor Raymie Gordon officiating. Burial will follow in Rossville Cemetery. 

Memorial contributions may be made in Marilyn’s honor to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association. 

Please visit www.anderson-funeral-home.com