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Obituaries Archives for 2022-04

Todd A. Rohlfs, 51, of Watseka

Todd A. Rohlfs, 51, of Watseka passed away on Monday, April 25, 2022 at his home in Watseka. He was born on November 4, 1970, in Kankakee County, the son of Roger D. and Terrie (Ferris) Rohlfs. Both of his parents preceded him in passing.

He is survived by two daughters and one son, Jessica Drewer of Edwardsville, IL, Michael Daniel of Bradley, IL, and Micaela Leon of Streetsboro, OH; and two brothers, Tim Rohlfs of Michigan and Tad (Yamei) Rohlfs of Watseka.

Todd served in the United States Army. He was a great father, loved animals, enjoyed making people laugh, and was very strong willed. He loved to “tinker” with various mechanical projects and was very handy.

Cremation rites are being handled by Baier Funeral Home in Watseka.

A memorial visitation will be from 5:00-7:00 pm on Friday, May 6, 2022 at Baier Funeral Home in Watseka. Immediately following the visitation, there will be a gathering at The Rohlfs’ residence.

Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.

Please share a memory of Todd at baierfuneralhome.com.

Rollin "Jim" James Goodhue, 60, of Potomac

Rollin “Jim” James Goodhue, 60, of Potomac, passed away at 2:50 a.m. Thursday, April 28, 2022, at Hawthorne Inn, in Danville.

Jim was born on July 12, 1961, in Paris, Illinois, the son of Lawrence Lee and Carolyn Jean (Henry) Goodhue Sr.  He is survived by his mother- Carolyn Goodhue of Potomac; three children- Taylor (Jacob) Beitz of Danville, Jeromy Creamer Sr. of Bismarck and Aaron (Hannah Ritter) Goodhue of Danville; two brothers- Lawrence “Larry” (Judy) Goodhue JR. of Tilton and David (Teresa) Goodhue of Edwardsville; two sisters- Brenda (Ed) John of Fithian and Clarenda (Travis) Taylor of Potomac; aunt- Kate Potter of Ohio; cousins- Marvin and Susan Goodhue of Kentucky; several nieces and nephews; the Long and McElhoe families, who he was very close with.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Jim graduated from Armstrong High School.  He enjoyed farming and worked as a farm hand for years.  He also enjoyed driving his car around town and watching his nieces and nephews play sports.

A Celebration of Jim’s Life will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Friday, May 6, 2022, at the Potomac Community Building, 310 West State Street, Potomac, with food and refreshments being served.  Cremation rites have been accorded and he will be laid to rest in Embury Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Potomac Grade School or Hawthorne Inn, in Danville.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home to assist them in honoring Jim’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on his everlasting memorial page at: www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

 

Jennifer J. Sinclair, 62, Formally of Hoopeston

Jennifer J. Sinclair, 62, of Hoopeston, Il, passed away suddenly on April 18, 2022, from a cardiac event.  Jennifer also bravely struggled with cancer and was taken from us too soon.

 

Jennifer was preceded in death by her parents, Guy E. (Gene) and Margaret Sinclair of Hoopeston, Il.  She is survived by her two sisters, Ann Sinclair of Phoenix, AZ, Toni (Greg) Morgan of Libertyville, Il and her brother, Larry (Muffy) Sinclair of Louisville, KY.  She is also survived by two nieces, Leya (Kevin) Carstensen, Abby VanWinkle, three nephews, Jake (Becca) Sinclair, Lucas (Kimberly) Sinclair, and Ian (Diana) Sinclair and eight grandnieces and nephews (Max, Morgan, Maggie, Mary, Samantha, Henry, Eleanor, and Anisa).

 

Funeral services for Jennifer will be held Saturday, May 7 at Blurton Funeral Home, 309 East Washington St, Hoopeston, Il.  Visitation will be held from 10AM to 12 Noon CST followed immediately by a funeral service and burial at Floral Hill Cemetery.  In addition, or in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to

The American Cancer Society , https://www.cancer.org/about-us/local/illinois.html

Big Brothers and Big Sisters, https://bbbscil.org

or Hoopeston Animal Rescue Team (H.A.R.T.) https://hartshelter.org

 

Condolence’s may be shared with her family on her everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

 

Winifred "Winnie" Thomas, 96, of Danville, IL, formerly of Rossville

Winifred Lillian Thomas, known as Winnie, 96, of Danville, IL, formerly of Rossville, IL, peacefully passed away on Friday April 22, 2022, at the Villas of Holly Brook in Danville, IL. She was born in Grand Forks, North Dakota on a cold and blustery March 27, 1926. At the time, her mother, Lillian Johnsen Houldridge, her father, Edgar A. Houldridge, and her brother Ronald were living in the small town of Thompson, South of Grand Forks, where Edgar was the Methodist minister. Winnie lived in several Illinois towns as the family moved from church to church. She moved from Sheldon to Rossville in 1943. It was there that she met a handsome classmate and her future husband Max Lee Thomas. As a cheerleader in high school, Winnie developed her love of sports. She was especially fond of Illini basketball, but her greatest pleasure came from watching her grandchildren and great-grandchildren play ball and participate in track. In 1946, she began her nursing career as a student at the Lakeview School of Nursing. At this time, she also completed her training for the Cadet Nurse Corps. If the essential job of a nurse is to care for others, Winnie was a nurse throughout her life. She worked as an obstetrics-gynecology and pediatric nurse at Lakeview Hospital in Danville in the 1950s and again in the late ‘60s and 1970s. When her children were in grade school and high school, she worked as a nurse in the office of Dr. Waschick in Rossville. When her kids moved off to college, she returned to pediatric nursing at Lakeview. Whether working as a nurse or not, Winnie was consistent in caring for others. Winnie traveled widely during her life. Her travels took her to most of the United States and British Columbia in Canada. She cruised the Caribbean with her daughter Kathy and her family. She also traveled with her father to Norway where her mother’s family came from, and England where her father was born. An accomplished seamstress, Winnie made clothing throughout her life. Later, she turned her focus to quilting, and she made numerous quilts and smaller quilted products, all done with artistry and meticulous care. Following the loss of her husband Max, she lived in Autumn Fields in Hoopeston. She later moved to the Villas of Holly Brook in Danville where she continued to be a cheerful and supportive member of the community. She was preceded in death by her husband Max and daughter Kathy Layden in 2016, her sister Gwendolyn McCorkle, and brother Ronald Houldridge. She is survived by her son Stephen Thomas (Keven Roth), granddaughter Abbie Layden Rogiers, grandson Matt Layden, and great-grandchildren Avé, Oliver, Raenen, Taddy and Yelka Layden. 

Per her wishes, she will be cremated.  A memorial service will be held at 6:00 P.M. Friday May 20, 2022, at the Rossville Church of Christ 514 E. Attica St. Rossville, IL, with Pastor Kevin Purdy officiating.  Visitation will be held prior from 4:00 – 6:00 P.M. No burial will be held. 

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Winnie to the Lakeview College of Nursing or the Rossville Historical Society. 

Please visit www.anderson-funeral-home.com

Betty Jeanne McClure, 82, of Wellington, IL

Betty Jeanne McClure, 82, of Wellington, IL, passed away at 5:35 P.M. Tuesday April 26, 2022, at her home.  She was born September 5, 1939, in Watseka, IL, the daughter of Forrest and June (Lockhart) Eckersley.  

She is survived by three daughters, Debbie (Craig) Luke of Milford, IL, Diane (Jon) Goldenstein of Watseka, IL, and Lori (Todd) Keith of Rossville, IL; 7 grandchildren, Jackie Norton, Julianne (Ryan) Andrews, Schuyler (Lindsey) Boyden, Brenna (Justin) Schroeder, Jake Goldenstein, Jordan (Larina) Goldenstein, and Hunter Keith; 14 great-grandchildren, Masie and Weston Norton, Kennedy and Brody Andrews, Wyatt and Lucy Boyden, Avery, Nolan, and Ryder Schroeder, Reed, Coby, and Trae Goldenstein, and Hayden and Grayson Goldenstein; and her constant companion, Kitty. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; and one brother, Joe Eckersley. 

Betty worked at the Wellington State Bank for 42 years, until her retirement.  She was a member of the Wellington United Methodist Church.  She was also a member of the Wellington Junior Woman’s Club, the Milford Community Band, and the musical group The Wind.  She also served as the former secretary for the Village of Wellington and leader of the Iroquois Mounties 4-H Club.  Betty loved her children and grandchildren.  She also loved all animals.  She enjoyed flower gardening and music, especially playing her saxophone. 

A visitation will be held 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M Tuesday May 3, 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. Tuesday, at the funeral home with Pastor Gary Milton officiating.  Burial will follow in Floral Hill Cemetery in Hoopeston. 

Memorials may be made to the Iroquois County Fair- Horse Department P.O. Box 301, Crescent City, IL 60928. 

Please visit www.anderson-funeral-home.com

George Robert Houmes, 79, of East Lynn

George Robert Houmes, 79, of East Lynn, passed away at 10:54 a.m. Friday, April 22, 2022, at Heritage Health, in Hoopeston.

George was born on October 4, 1942, in Logansport, Indiana, the son of Herschel Keith and Mary M. (Schuler) Houmes.  George didn’t have any biological children but was very good to his family and ten grandchildren.  He was especially fond of his nieces and nephews and “greats”- Nathan (Elizabeth) Alt of East Peoria, Illinois, Luke (Tove) Alt of Norway, Meredith (Josh) Bierbaum of Springfield, Illinois, Sarah (Jason) Soares of Falls River, Massachusetts and Tyler (Karen) Houmes of Athens, Pennsylvania; and 12 great-nieces and nephews.

He married Dolee (Johnson) Barker in September of 2007, in Rossville, Illinois, who had two children- Darren (Mindee) Barker of Larkspur, Colorado and Dawn (Todd) Hicks of Paxton, Illinois.  She preceded him in death in November of 2007.  He later married Theresa Minnich on December 16, 2011, in Monticello, Illinois, who survives along with her children- Daniel (Linn) Newkirk of Columbia, Missouri and Sarah (Daren) Benson of Paxton, Illinois.

He is also survived by his sister- Loretta (Lawrence) Alt of East Lynn, Illinois; step-grandchildren- Alexis Barker, Samantha Barker, Koi Allen, Jaden Allen, Jonas Allen, Chloe Plummer, Van Plummer, Everett Benson, Alissa Jackson and Lindsey Ott; sister-in-law- Mary Houmes of Fall River, Massachusetts; special cousin- Jodi Cartwright and several other cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife-Dolee Houmes and brother- Keith Houmes.

George graduated from East Lynn High School, in 1960. He was voted MVP of all sports at East Lynn High School, by his peers.  He later attended Thornton Community College. He worked at Alexian Brothers Medical Center, in Elk Grove, as the Director of Finance, until his retirement in 1993. He was one of only five certified managers of patient accounts in the Midwest. IN 1994, he purchased 12 acres of property next to his family’s home place, where he built a nice home and planted 200+ trees, shrubs and flowers.  He was very proud of his home.  Even though he was retired, he worked driving a truck for McLane for 10 years.  George was a retired Rotarian, where he spent 15 years.  He enjoyed landscaping, fishing, playing basketball and was an avid Chicago Bears and Cubs fan.

A Celebration of George’s Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 29, 2022, at Blurton Funeral Home, in Hoopeston, with Pastor Steve Ingram officiating.  Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Friday, at the funeral home.  Burial will follow the service in East Lynn Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to the Hoopeston Public Library.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home to assist them in honoring George’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on his everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

 

Brian Andrew Peterson, 54, of Carlinville, IL, formerly of Hoopeston

Brian Andrew Peterson, 54, of Carlinville, IL, formerly of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 2:29 A.M. Friday April 22, 2022, at the Renaissance Care Center in Canton, IL.  He was born April 24, 1967, in Danville, IL the son of Charles A. and Juanita (Pugh) Peterson. 

He is survived by three sisters, Paula (Jack) Fyans of Springfield, IL, Carla Seymour of Sydney, IL, and LeAnn (Steve) Fermon of Pleasant Plains, IL; one brother, Scott (Janie) Peterson of Chesterfield, IL; fourteen nieces and nephews; and twenty-seven great-nieces and great-nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; his maternal and paternal grandparents; one nephew, Jerad Seymour; and second cousin, Justin Peters. 

Brian worked at the Hoopeston McDonald’s for over twenty-five years, until his retirement.  He attended the Antioch Church of Christ in rural Rossville. He enjoyed attending the Special Olympics where he participated in swimming, bowling, volleyball, basketball, and track.  He was a St. Louis Cardinals baseball fan and enjoyed attending games at Busch Stadium. Brian had an infectious smile especially when greeting people at McDonald’s. 

A visitation will be held 10:30 – 11:30 A.M. Monday May 2, 2022, at Anderson Funeral Home 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. The funeral service will follow the visitation and will begin at 11:30 A.M. Monday May 2, at the funeral home.  Burial will follow in Floral Hill Cemetery in Hoopeston. 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Carlinville Estates Activity Fund 1221 S. Plum St. Carlinville, IL 62626, the Special Olympics 1133 19th St. NW, 12th Floor, Washington, D.C., 20036-3604, or to the charity of your choice in Brian’s name. 

Please visit www.anderson-funeral-home.com

Betty McClure, 82, of Wellington

Betty McClure, 82, of Wellington, IL, passed away at 5:35 P.M. Tuesday April 26, 2022, at her home. Arrangements are pending at Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston.

Brian Peterson, 54, of Canton, IL, formerly of Hoopeston

Brian Peterson, 54, of Canton, IL, formerly of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 2:29 A.M. Friday April 22, 2022, at the Renaissance Care Center in Canton, IL.  Arrangements are pending at Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston.

Daniel Joseph Sutter, 79, of Carmel, IN, formerly of Rossville, IL and Murray, KY

Daniel Joseph Sutter, 79, of Carmel, IN, formerly of Rossville, IL and Murray, KY, passed away at 6:15 A.M. Tuesday April 19, 2022, at Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis, IN.  He was born March 23, 1943, in St. Louis, MO, the son of Edward J. and Audrey (Ortwerth) Sutter.  He married Earlene Chiles on June 29, 1963, in St. Louis, MO.  She preceded him in death. 

He is survived by one daughter, Ellen (Rusty) Allen of Westerville, OH; one son, Andrew (Kerri) Sutter of Woodstock, IL; six grandchildren, Matthew (Audrey) Allen and Tyler Allen, Morgan (Adam) Gress, and Michael, Mason, and Meghan Sutter; four great-grandchildren, Kinsey and Adeline Allen and Sawyer and Saylor Sutter; and one niece, Cyndi Clark.  He is also survived by his significant other, Maggie Potter of Hoopeston, IL. 

In addition to his wife, Dan was preceded in death by his parents; his maternal and paternal grandparents; and one sister, Kathy. 

Dan worked at Howard Industries as the former Plant Manager, until his retirement.  He served in the United States Navy from September 15, 1961, to September 14, 1965, where he obtained the rank of Aviation Antisubmarine Warfare Technician Second Class (AX2). Throughout the years, he enjoyed recalling his time served in Spain, Gibraltar, Sicily, Crete, Scotland, the Virgin Islands, Cuba, and Puerto Rico. Dan also served as a former Secretary, President, and Chaplain of the Fraternal Order of Eagles #4464 of Murray, KY.  He enjoyed do-it-yourself home projects, golfing, playing pool, and fishing. 

A visitation will be held 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. Tuesday April 26, 2022, at Anderson Funeral Home 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL.  The funeral service will follow the visitation and begin at 12:30 P.M. Tuesday at the funeral home.  Burial will follow in Rossville Cemetery in Rossville, IL.  Military rites will be accorded by the Hoopeston American Legion Post #384. 

Memorial donations may be made to the Dr. Otis Bowen Veterans House, 2669 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis, IN 46222. 

Please visit www.anderson-funeral-home.com

Anthony W. Woods, 52, of Sheldon

Anthony W. Woods, 52, of Sheldon passed away on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee. He was born on September 10, 1969 in Watseka, the son of Ivan and Juanita (Brady) Woods. He married Jennifer McMasters in Sheldon on April 13, 1996.

Surviving are his wife, Jennifer Woods of Granite City; four children, Ethan McMasters of Edwardsville, Kaden Woods of Hartford, Kelon Woods of Granite City, and Makaina Woods of Granite City; and one sister, Trina (Gary) Martell of Beaverville.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Teri Woods.

Anthony enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing.

Cremation rites have been accorded by Baier Funeral Home in Watseka. A memorial service will take place at a later date.

Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association.

Please share a memory of Anthony at baierfuneralhome.com.

Stanley William Inman, 61, of Hoopeston, IL

Stanley William Inman, 61, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 10:00 A.M. Monday April 18, 2022, at his home.  He was born January 16, 1961, in Danville, IL, the son of Kenny and Ruby (Hoover) Inman.  He married Terri Jo Allen on November 21, 1990, in Watseka, IL.  She survives in Hoopeston. 

He is also survived by two sons, Corey Inman of Jacksonville, IL and Cody (Jessica) Inman of Potomac, IL; one brother, Bruce Inman (Charlene Slaughter) of Hoopeston, IL; one sister-in-law, Debbie (Joe) Castillo of Hoopeston, IL; five grandchildren, Delaney, Rosie, Ivy, Easton, and Michael Inman; and several nieces and nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Sherrill Contreras; and one brother, Donald Inman, Sr. 

Stan was a maintenance mechanic at Eagle Wings and Hoopeston Foods. He also owned and operated Stan’s Small Engine Repair.  He served as a coach for several different sports while his boys were growing up and helped build the playground in Wellington.  Stan enjoyed racing with his sons, watching the Chicago Cubs and Indiana Hoosiers, fishing, and watching his grandchildren play sports. 

Cremation rites will be accorded, and a visitation will be held 5:00 – 7:00 P.M. Thursday April 28, 2022, at Anderson Funeral Home 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL.  A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday April 29, 2022, at Floral Hill Cemetery in Hoopeston, with Rev. Sally Swan officiating. 

Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice. 

Please visit www.anderson-funeral-home.com

Mary Knapp, 92, of Bloomington formerly of Cissna Park

Mary Jane Knapp, 92 of Bloomington and formerly of Cissna Park passed away on Wednesday April 20, 2022 at Fairview Haven Nursing Home in Fairbury. She was born on April 24, 1929 in Hoopeston, IL a daughter of John Vernon and Helen Aletha (Thornburg) Gholson. Mary married Earl E. Knapp in Peoria on November 27, 1947 and he preceded her in death on January 28, 2001. She was also preceded in death by five brothers, two sisters, and one daughter-Cathy Knapp. Surviving are two daughters- Barbara Knapp of Bloomington and Sue Knapp (Jamison Shefts) of Dunlap; two sons- Ronald (Darleen) Knapp of Bloomington and Rick Knapp (Caron Boland) of Daphne, AL; five grandchildren- Daniel (Shelley) Knapp, Tyler (Kristy) Knapp, Erin (Tyler) Sands, Clayton Vazis, and Carly (Luke) Chitwood; five great grandchildren- Taylor Knapp, Simone Knapp, Graham Knapp, Theo Sands, and Tanner Sands; two sisters-Alice Butts of Danville and Shirley Sondgerath of Ambia, IN.

Mary was a member of the Bloomington Apostolic Christian Church.

Visitation will be from 9:00 am to 11:00 am on Monday April 25, 2022 at the Bloomington Apostolic Christian Church. Funeral services will be at 11:00 am at the church with ministers of the church officiating.
Graveside services will be held at 2:30 pm on Monday April 25, 2022 at the Cissna Park Apostolic Christian Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Pancreatic Cancer Action network (pancan.org) or Robert H. Lurie of Northwestern University (Breast Cancer fund).

Arrangements are by the Knapp Funeral Home in Cissna Park.

Please share a memory of Mary at www.knappfuneralhomes.com.

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Rosalind "Rusty" D. (West) Olivero, 67 of Elliott, IL.

Rosalind “Rusty” D. (West) Olivero, 67 of Elliott, IL., passed away at 9:45 a.m. on Sunday, April 17, 2022, at Carle Foundation Hospital, in Urbana, IL., surrounded by her loving family.

 

Rusty was born in Lafayette, IN, on September 29, 1954. She was the daughter of William and Mildred West. She married Michael Olivero on November 16, 1989, in Beardstown, IL.; he survives.

 

Rusty enjoyed cooking, baking, crocheting, being outdoors, and spending time with her family and pets. She ran and managed her own café in Elliott for 8 years.

 

Rusty was organ recipient of 18 ½ years.

 

She is survived by her husband Michael Olivero, two sisters, Kay Ellis-Mockbee (Danville, IL), and Joy Reid (Iowa). She is also survived by her four daughters: Jamie (Denver) Piatt (Paxton, IL), Brenda Olivero (Champaign, IL), Helena (James) Longfellow (Paxton, IL), and Roxanne (Quan) Winfield (Champaign, IL); and 17 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents William and Mildred West, brothers Virgil Hicks and Billy-Earl Hicks, and sister Betty Hicks.

 

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the family.

 

Graveside services will be at 4 p.m. at the Elliott Cemetery on May ­6, 2022, with Pastor Jim Harkins officiating.

 

Celebration of Life will be held at 5 p.m. on May 6, 2022, at the Paxton Civic Center at 601 S. Fall St., Paxton, IL.

 

The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home, in Hoopeston, to assist them in honoring Rusty’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on her everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

 

Joyce Bauer Stock, 81 of Cissna Park

Joyce Bauer Stock, 81, went to be with Jesus on April 18, 2022, after a short illness, at Carle Hospital in Urbana surrounded by her loving family, Joyce was born on December 27, 1940 in Cissna Park to Paul and Esther (Koehl) Hodel. She married Jon Bauer on August 12, 1962, and he preceded her in death on November 25, 1967. She later married Les Stock on November 16, 2008, and he survives in Cissna Park.

Joyce is also survived by one daughter, Julie (Doug) Walder of Hoopeston, 3 grandchildren, Katie Walder, Ryan (Tamar) Walder, Ashley Walder, and 3 great grandchildren, Ben, Ty, and Ezra; sisters Carol Crist, Sacramento, CA, Lois Neihouser, Francesville, IN, Gloria Leman, Washington, IL, and many nieces and nephews. She is also survived by 7 step children, Gloria (Wayne) Laubscher, Mackinaw, IL, Steve Stock, Towanda, IL, Stan (BJ) Stock, Covington, IN, Pat (Morris) Young, DeKalb, IL, Ed (Dawn) Stock, Cissna Park, IL, Tom (Karol) Stock, Cissna Park, IL, and Donna Mitchell, Champaign, IL, 20 step grandchildren and 30 step great grandchildren. In addition to her first husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Mary Jane Mueller, a foster sister, Mildred Vogel, 4 brothers in law, George Mueller, Les Crist, Andre Neihouser, and Doug Leman, a foster brother in law, Bud Vogel, a step son in law, Kurt Mitchell, and a step daughter in law, Lori Stock.

Joyce had a passion for teaching and spent over 20 years as the Home Ec teacher at Cissna Park High School. She was a Sunday School and VBS teacher at her church for many years, and also taught countless sewing classes at The Sewing Boutique in Hoopeston, where she was part owner. Joyce was a member of the Apostolic Christian Church of Cissna Park. In her spare time, she enjoyed sewing, reading, and spending time with her family.

A visitation will be held on Friday, April 22, from 3-7 pm at the Knapp Funeral Home in Cissna Park and one hour prior on Saturday at the church. The funeral service will be held at 10:00 am Saturday, April 23, at the Apostolic Christian Church in Cissna Park, with church ministers officiating. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Apostolic Christian Church of Cissna Park or Our Daily Bread Ministries.

Daniel "Dan" Sutter, 79, of Rossville

Daniel "Dan" Sutter, 79, of Rossville, IL, passed away at 6:15 A.M. Tuesday April 19, 2022, at the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis, IN.  Arrangements are pending at Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston.

Stanley Inman, 61, of Hoopeston

Stanley Inman, 61, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 10:00 A.M. Monday April 18, 2022 at his home.  Arrangements are pending at Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston, IL.

Dorothy Willard, 96, of Hoopeston

Dorothy Anne “Dot” Willard, 96, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 2:58 P.M. Friday April 15, 2022, at Autumn Fields Adult Community in Hoopeston. She was born August 29, 1925, in Danville, IL, the daughter of Clarence Edward and Olive Lucile (Paulson) Morgan. She married Raymond Dale Willard on January 20, 1946, at her parent’s home in Rossville. He preceded her in death.
She is survived by three children, Stephen (Jane) Willard of rural Rossville, IL, Ann (Charlie) Potter of Henry, TN, and Mark (Susie) Willard of rural Rossville; 9 grandchildren, Matt (Nichole) Willard, Allen (Trisha) Willard, Sarah Beth (Cary) Aubrey, Charles “Bud” Potter, Molly Ann Potter, Robert Dale (Kristin) Potter, Thomas Morgan (Rebecca) Potter, Andrea (Dan) Buechsenschuetz, and Allison (Tony) Kasper; 14 great-grandchildren, Mason, Morgan, and Oliver Willard, Evan, Aryn, and Dane Willard, Kaitlyn Ann and Elliott Potter, Emery William, Madelyn Lucille, and Everett Raymond Potter, Torin Willard Hays, and Amelia May and Isaac Daniel Buechsenschuetz.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and one great-granddaughter, Andie Mae.
Dorothy was a homemaker, caring for her family. She was also involved in the Willard family farm operation. She was civically active in the Vermilion County Homemaker’s Extension Service for over 70 years, the Rossville Historical Society, the Antioch Church of Christ while her children were growing up and previously served as a girls 4-H leader. Dorothy had several hobbies which included, gardening, sewing, cooking, and knitting. She also enjoyed fishing with her husband, reading, shopping, and most recently, attending social activities at Autumn Fields.
A visitation will be held 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. Thursday April 21, 2022, at Anderson Funeral Home 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. The funeral service will be held at 10:00 A.M. Friday April 22, 2022, at the funeral home, with Pastor Chris Quick officiating. Burial will follow in Rossville Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Rossville Historical Society or to the activity fund at Autumn Fields Adult Community 325 E. Orange St. Hoopeston, IL 60942.

Carl R Hoshauer, 82, of Potomac

Carl R Hoshauer, 82, of Potomac passed away peacefully at home on April 13, 2022. He had been in poor health for several years, but due to his determination, efforts and the Hoshauer stubbornness, surpassed expectations of his doctors.

 

Carl was born on February 18, 1940 and was the youngest of the ten children of Charles and Mildred Hoshauer. On Mar 20, 1965, he married Flo Ann Hoshauer who survives. He is also survived by a daughter, Kim (Jerry) Hickman. He was blessed with one grandson, Aaron (Sarah) Whitlow, and was blessed with great grandson, Leyton Whitlow, who was the apple of his great-grandpa's eye. He is also survived by one sister, Betty Vaughn, of Champaign, and many nieces and nephews.

 

Carl spent his whole life in Potomac where he was a 32nd degree Mason with the Potomac Masonic Lodge and was a member of the Potomac Church of Christ. He worked at Kraft and retired in 2000. He could often be found at the American Legion in Potomac, talking with friends or having a rousing game of euchre, or riding his electric wheelchair to the Dollar General.

 

Carl was very interested in family genealogy and was the catalyst behind the Hoshauer family reunions that are held and enjoyed by the many nieces and nephews that attend. Carl also was in contact with relatives in other branches of the Hoshauer family tree and thoroughly enjoyed the phone conversations they shared.

 

Carl was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Robert, Gene, Lowell, Harold, and Dale and sisters Margaret Edenburn, Lois Park, and Barbara Morgan.

 

Funeral services will be held at the Blurton Funeral Home in Potomac on Monday, April 18, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. with visitation held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the funeral home.  Carl will be laid to rest at the Potomac Cemetery.  Memorials may be made in Carl’s name to the Middlefork Ambulance.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home to assist them in honoring Carl’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on his everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

Tammy Lou Wilson, 54, Fowler IN

Tammy Lou Wilson, 54, Fowler, IN passed away on Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at IU Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette.

Tammy was born on June 6, 1967 in Watseka, the daughter of Mary Fegett and she preceded her in death.

She married Tracy Wilson on September 23, 2000 in Watseka and he survives in Fowler, IN. Other survivors include two sons, Bradley Williams of Cissna Park and David Williams of Fowler; five grandchildren, Blake, Nevaeh, Zach, Trent, and Lexii; one brother, Johon Williams of East Lynn; her mother-in-law, Margaret Holliman of Watseka; her grandfather, Albin Pitts of Watseka; and one aunt, Jo (Rod) Newman of Sheldon.

Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until the 1:00 p.m. funeral service on Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at Baier Funeral Home in Watseka. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Watseka.

Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society.

Daniel Yates, 70, of Watseka

Daniel Lee Yates, 70, of Watseka passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2022 at his residence.

Dan was born on December 27, 1951 in Watseka, the son of Lloyd and Luida (Miller) Yates and they preceded him in death along with one brother, Jim Yates; and one sister, Arlene Arseneau.

Dan married Janien Dunlap on July 17, 1971 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Beaverville and she survives. Other survivors include one daughter, Amy (Jon) Norder of Watseka; one son, Jeremy (Andrea) Yates of Hickam Air Force Base in Honolulu, HI; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; Kelsey (Kevin) Derouen of Watseka and their children, Asher Kane and Rylee Grace; Zachary (Kaleigh) Yates of Ft. Bragg, NC and their daughter, Sophia Eloise; Austin (Zhayna) Yates of Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA and their daughter, Lily Grace; Katelyn Norder of Watseka; and Adam Norder of Watseka; and three brothers and sisters, Shirley (Tom) Zabel of Watseka, Glenn Yates of Casey, and Loydene Phares of Marshall.

Mr. Yates served in the U.S. Navy from 1970-1972 on the USS Tuscaloosa during the Vietnam War. He worked as a USDA Food Safety Inspector for many years. Dan loved attending his grandchildren’s sporting events, working in his garden and camping. He will be missed by his beloved dog, Drake.

Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until the 11:00 a.m. funeral service on Saturday, April 9, 2022 at Baier Funeral Home in Watseka with military rites by Watseka American Legion Post #23 and Iroquois County VFW Post #7450.

Memorials may be made to Iroquois Memorial Hospice.

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Robert D. Evans, 86, of Milford

Robert D. Evans, 86, of Milford passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2022 at his home in Milford. He was born on December 10, 1935 in Milford, the son of Ira and Edith (Hislop) Evans. He married Linda Miller Hiltz in Milford on October 24, 1969 and she preceded him in passing on November 18, 1986.

Surviving are one daughter, Linda (Terry) Booth of Kokomo, IN; three sons, Robert Evans Jr. of Battle Ground, IN, Randy (Donna) Hiltz of Milford, and Timothy (Gretchen) Evans of Lafayette, IN; one brother, Gerald (Judy) Evans of Milford; eight grandchildren and one great granddaughter; and two wonderful caretakers, Liz Walker of Watseka and Sierra Kunce of Martinton.

Robert was preceded in death by both of his parents; wife, Linda; four brothers; and two sisters.
He was a member of the Milford Methodist Church and worked for the US Postal Service for forty-two years. Robert belonged to Milford Lions Club, Milford Park Board, and Maple Grove Cemetery Board. He umpired, refereed, and worked the chains at football games. He coached for many years for several different sports and was active in the community.

Visitation will be from 4:00-7:00 pm on Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at Knapp Funeral Home in Milford.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 am on Thursday, April 7, 2022 at Knapp Funeral Home in Milford. Pastor Gail Meyers will officiate.

Burial will be at a later date at Maple Grove Cemetery in Milford.

Memorials may be given to Milford Methodist Church.

Please share a memory of Robert at knappfuneralhomes.com

Michael Wayne Gosser, 44, of Danville

 

Michael Wayne Gosser, 44, of Danville, passed away at 5:42 a.m. Friday, April 1, 2022, at Heritage Health, in Hoopeston.

Michael was born on November 18, 1977, in Danville, Illinois, the son of Gary and Nancy (Hickman) Gosser Sr.  He is survived by his mother; daughter- Ariel Nicole Gosser of Danville; brother- Gary “Bud” Gosser Jr. of Hoopeston; three sisters- Peggy Gosser of Perrysville, Indiana, Debbie (Jr.) Davis of Danville and Becky (Randy) Tomblin of Hoopeston; significant other- Sheila Rodriguez; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Michael enjoyed being outdoors, fishing and he loved animals.  He was a very laid-back person and enjoyed the simple life and spending time with his family.

According to his wishes cremation rites will be accorded and a memorial service will be held at a later date.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home to assist them in honoring Michael’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on his everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

Norman Richard Spear, 92, of Hoopeston

Norman Richard Spear, 92, was called away from our presence and into the arms of the Lord on Wednesday March 30, 2022, at his Hoopeston home with his family by his side. Norm was born July 31, 1929, in Willow Springs, Illinois to Merville & Helen (Kenitz) Spear. 

Norm was a graduate of Argo High School. He served in the Korean war, in the United States Army. He managed Gill’s Drive-in in Mattoon, IL for over 20 years. This is where he met his wife, Margie. Norm worked for CIPS starting as a commercial food sales specialist, promoted to District Superintendent in Hoopeston, then Charleston. He retired in Charleston, IL after a total of 28 years of service. 

Norm married Marjorie “Margie” Faye Miller on December 16, 1950. They had four children, 3 sons, and 1 daughter. 

Norm enjoyed spending time with family, doing word searches, and sharing his incredible gardening skills for all to enjoy. 

He and Margie spent winters in Arizona watching the Cubs play in Spring Training and on Sanibel Island with friends and family. He was very active in his church and community organizations. 

Norm is survived by his daughter, Terri (Melvin Hambleton) of Hoopeston, son, Tom (Donna) of Hoopeston, and his son Greg (Michele) of Tempe, Arizona. He was blessed with 7 grandchildren, Isaac (Heather), Huck (Michelle), Alexis (Rick), Zach, Spencer (Shelley), Lance (Christine), Travis (Allie) and 8 great-grandchildren: Owen, Mirin, Zaida, Sami, Niko, Stratton, Sytha, and Jack. Norm was preceded in death by his wife Margie of 68 years, mother, father and her oldest son, Keith (Karen Hart). 

It was at his request that he be cremated and that donations be made to the Youth Children Ministries at Central Christian Church, 915 W. Lincoln Ave. Charleston, IL. A memorial service will be held at a later date. 

Please visit www.anderson-funeral-home.com to view Norm’s eternal tribute page and to send the family condolences. 

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements. 

Marie C. Fawbush, 91, of Watseka

Marie C. Fawbush, 91 of Watseka passed away on Wednesday March 23, 2022 at Valley View Assisted Living in Harlingen, TX. She was born on April 11, 1930 in Watseka a daughter of John and Lena (Gocken) Taden. Marie married Raymond F. Fawbush in Crescent City on October 15, 1955 and he preceded her in death on February 24, 2000.

Survivors include one son- Jim (Amy) Fawbush of Covington, IN; four daughters- Luann Howard of Harlingen, TX, Rose (Carl) Kaufman of Crescent City, Brenda Fawbush of Corpus Christi, TX, and Donna Hammitt of Corpus Christi, TX; one granddaughter- Allison Hammitt; three great grandchildren- Nickolas DeMoss, Kodi Taylor, and Samantha Taylor; and two great great grandchildren- Kodi Taylor Jr. and Angelena Taylor Estrada. She was preceded in death by her parents, seven brothers, one son in law- Joseph Hammitt, two grandchildren- Helena Taylor and Kendra Fawbush; and one great great grandchild- Addison Taylor.

She was a member of St Peter’s Lutheran Church in Crescent City.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday April 2, 2022 at 2:00pm at the Knapp Funeral Home in Watseka with Pastor Keith Klossner officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.

Burial will be at St. Peters Lutheran Cemetery in Crescent City.

Memorials may be made to Iroquois County Relay for Life or donor’s choice.

Arrangements are by the Knapp Funeral Home in Watseka.

Please share a memory of Marie at www.knappfuneralhomes.com

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