Bobby William Jones, 77, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 1:53 A.M. Saturday February 25, 2023, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL. He was born April 30, 1945, in Sparksville, KY, the son of Chapman and Mollie (Petty) Jones. His mother survives in Hoopeston. He married Sharon Hampton on September 13, 1973, and she survives in Hoopeston. 

He is also survived by two daughters, Paula Jones of Hoopeston, IL and Elizabeth (Rodney) Glass of Hoopeston, IL; two sons, Bobby Joe (Nancy) Jones of Lafayette, IN and Roy Jones of Hoopeston, IL; two sisters, Donna Pierce of Hoopeston, IL and Mary (Wally) Gilonske of Hoopeston, IL; one brother, Woodrow “Butch” Jones; one sister-in-law, Janet Madison; 11 grandchildren, Michelle Diaz, Rory (April) Kempen, Samantha (Joe) Becht, Josh (Erin) Kempen, Chelsea (Bobby) Sellers, Haley (Nick) Papanek, Paige Jones (André), Rylee Glass, Madison Jones (Kyle), Baylee Glass (Alex), and Aveah Jones; several great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his father, Chapman Jones; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Roy and Mary Hampton; three sisters, Tony, Anna, and Tammy; four brothers, Junior, Joey, Tommy, and John; brother-in-law, Mike Hampton; two sisters-in-law, Cathy Cooling and Ada Hudson; and one great-grandson, Nash Becht. 

Bobby worked at Hoopeston Foods as a forklift driver for over thirty years, until his retirement. He enjoyed camping, fishing, and spending time with his family. He also enjoyed working on old cars and loved sitting under his shade tree in the backyard.  

A visitation will be held 10:00 – 11:00 A.M. Thursday March 2, 2023, at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. Following the visitation, a graveside service will be held at 11:15 A.M. Thursday at Floral Hill Cemetery in Hoopeston, with Pastor Carlos Sanchez officiating.  

Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice. 

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Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements. 

Jerry Wayne Miller, Sr, 77, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 2:03 P.M. Saturday February 25, 2023, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL. He was born September 25, 1945, in Tallulah, LA, the son of William Conrad and Sallie (Walker) Miller. He married Shirley Jean Crawford on October 11, 1966, in Watseka, IL. She preceded him in death on April 23, 2020. 

He is survived by one daughter, Shannon (Curtis) Tidwell of Bartlett, TN; one son, Jerry Miller of Murphysboro, IL; three grandchildren, Chelsy (Shah) Afzal, Kyle Miller, and Braden Miller; one niece, Cassy Carter; one nephew, Wayne (Emily) Carter; two great-nieces, Gabby (Bailey) Crose and Cayley (Christian) Davis; and two great-nephews, Zach Carter and Carter Martin. 

In addition to his wife, Jerry was preceded in death by his parents and his brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Wayne and Janet Carter. 

Jerry worked at Tee Pak in Danville as a production worker for over forty years, until his retirement. He served in the United States Navy from June 29, 1963, to September 23, 1966. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed gambling, visiting with his friends, and feeding his squirrels. Jerry loved Louisiana sports and was a Chicago Cubs fan. While his children were growing up, he devoted his time to coaching youth athletics. Jerry was known by many as the bubble gum man, always having a smile on his face and bringing joy to many children.  

A visitation will be held 5:00 – 7:00 P.M. Friday March 3, 2023, at Anderson Funeral Home 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday March 4, 2023, at the funeral home with Pastor Gary Milton officiating. Burial will follow in Floral Hill Cemetery in Hoopeston. Military rites will be accorded by the Hoopeston American Legion Post #384. 

Memorial donations may be made in Jerry’s memory to the Hoopeston Animal Rescue Team (H.A.R.T), 901 W. Main St. Hoopeston, IL 60942. 

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Karol Sue West, 58, of Rossville, IL, passed away at 6:39 P.M. Wednesday February 22, 2023, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL. She was born August 2, 1964, in Danville, IL, the daughter of Howard F. and Clarrice Faye (Irvin) Cox. She married Kenneth West on December 16, 1989, in Rossville. He survives in Rossville. 

She is also survived by one step daughter, Candace (Mickey) West Ross of Westville, IL; one stepson, Kevin West of Danville, IL; three sisters, Judith Cox of Olney, IL, Ora Dockery of Hoopeston, IL, and Phyllis Cox (Guadalupe Cordova, Jr.) of Hoopeston, IL; two brothers, Vaughn (Juanita) Cox of Donna, TX and Howard (Delores) Cox of Blountsville, TN; 6 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents. 

Karol worked at Schumacher Electric. She then worked at Central States Distribution and later at AutoZone. She enjoyed caring for her cats, dogs, and other pets. She also enjoyed watching television, camping, and taking day trips with her husband. 

Cremation rites have been accorded and a visitation will be held 12:00 P.M. – 1:30 P.M. Thursday March 2, 2023, at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. Burial will follow in Floral Hill Cemetery in Hoopeston.  

Memorial donations may be made in memory of Karol to the Hoopeston Animal Rescue Team (H.A.R.T.), 901 W. Main St. Hoopeston, IL 60942 or the National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd Street, New York, NY 10016. 

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Lorie Lynn Lowe, 54, of Plainfield, IN, passed away at 11:38 A.M. Sunday February 19, 2023, at Hendricks Regional Health in Danville, IN. She was born December 18, 1968, in Hoopeston, IL, the daughter of Jim Epley and Karen (Custer) Brotherton. She married John Lowe on July 24, 1993, at the Rankin United Methodist Church in Rankin, IL. He survives in Plainfield, IN. 

She is also survived by her mother, Karen Brotherton of Rantoul, IL; two daughters, Aubrey and Ashley Lowe of Plainfield, IN; one brother, Troy (Traci) Epley of Hoopeston, IL; and her father-in-law and mother-in-law, John and Patricia Lowe of Hoopeston, IL. 

She was preceded in death by her father, Jim Epley and her stepfather, Marion “Cliff” Brotherton. 

Lorie worked in retail at various stores including Fannie Mae, Beasley’s Orchard, and later, Wal-Mart. She enjoyed making crafts, crocheting afghans, and getting ideas from Pinterest. She also enjoyed playing euchre with her family and spending time with her dogs, Luna, Nash, and Emma. 

Per her wishes, she will be cremated. A visitation will be held 1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. CST Wednesday March 1, 2023, at Anderson Funeral Home 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. No burial will be held. 

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741 or the Hoopeston Animal Rescue Team (H.A.R.T.) 901 W. Main St. Hoopeston, IL 60942. 

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

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.  

Dawn Bogle, 64, of Paxton, IL, passed away at 4:59 A.M. Monday February 20, 2023, at Accolade Healthcare of Paxton on Pells in Paxton, IL, due to stomach cancer.  She was born January 30, 1959, in Lynnwood, CA, the daughter of Jack and Colleen (Smith) Taylor.   She was later adopted and raised by her grandparents, Miles and Charlotte (Hansen) Taylor.  She married Mike Bogle on April 20, 2018, in Paxton, IL. He survives in Paxton, IL.  

She is also survived by three daughters, Tara Dawn Reynolds, Brita Linn Reynolds, and Emily Cecile Coker all of Shreveport, LA; one sister, Patty J. (Henry) DeHeer of Paxton, IL; one brother, Billy (Nancy) Taylor of Columbia, IL; four grandchildren, Joshua, Arianna, Hayden and Bentlee; two nephews, Brian (Melinda) Wells, and Jeffrey (Sondra) Taylor; and one niece, Amy (Dean) Gilson. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Charlotte Milene Wells; and a niece, Billie Jean Taylor. 

Dawn graduated from Rantoul High School in 1977. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Paxton, where she was active in the Council of Catholic Women. She enjoyed drinking coffee and spending time with her family and friends. 

A visitation will be held 10:00 – 11:00 A.M. Friday February 24, 2023, at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL, with a rosary service beginning at 10:45 A.M. A private graveside service will be held.  

Memorials may be made in memory of Dawn to St. Mary Catholic Church 407 W. Pells St. Paxton, IL 60957. 

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Evelyn L. Voyles Thompson, 95, of Hoopeston, IL passed away at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, February 16, 2023 at Carle Regional Health Center in Hoopeston, IL.  She was born October 6, 1927, in rural Fowler, IN., the daughter of George and Elsa (Dieterlen) Krebs.  She married Ray Voyles on July 21, 1946 in Wellington, IL.  He preceded her in death on July 7, 1988.  She then married Art Thompson on February 18, 1995 in Wellington, IL.  He preceded her in death on September 25, 2004. 

She is survived by two daughters, Jeanne (Bill) Leemon of Hoopeston, IL and Jennifer (Mike) Wallace of Monticello, IL; three sons, Steve (Christy) Voyles of Hoopeston, IL, Ron (Jill) Voyles of Beverly Hills, FL, and Dean (Sandy) Thompson of Stafford, VA.; three brothers, Cecil (Anna Mary) Krebs, Clarence Krebs, and Bernard Krebs; fourteen grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren, one great- great grandchild, and many nieces and nephews. 

She was also preceded in death by one sister, Edna (Dale) Nern; two brothers, Orvel (Ruth) Krebs and Russell Krebs; two sisters – in -law, Carolyn Krebs and Mickey Krebs; and one grandson, Matt Leemon. 

Evelyn graduated in 1945 from Ambia High School and then attended Ball State for one year.  She worked for Alcon Aluminum, the First Merchants National Bank in Lafayette and then Parkway Cleaners in Hoopeston.   She then worked at the Wellington State Bank and the Community Bank for forty-six years, having many titles.   She was a member of the Wellington United Methodist Church.  She was also a member of the Hoopeston Historical Society, Women Making a Difference, the Hoopeston Memorial Hospital Auxiliary and the Ambia Alumni Association.  She was a past president of Business and Professional Women’s Club.  Evelyn enjoyed making crafts, quilting, going to Bible study groups, and most of all her spending time with her friends, family, and step family. 

A visitation will be held 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at Anderson Funeral Home 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL.  The funeral service will follow the visitation and begin at 12:00 P.M. at the funeral home with Pastor Kathy Murphy officiating.  Burial will follow in Floral Hill Cemetery in Hoopeston. 

Memorials may be made to the Wellington United Methodist Church 410 E. Main St. Wellington, IL 60973, American Cancer Society PO Box 10393 Chicago, IL 60610, or Alzheimer’s Association 225 N. Michigan Ave. FL 17 Chicago, IL 60601. 

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Darlene Weidig, 71, of Hoopeston, passed away at 9:27 a.m. Thursday, February 9, 2023, at home with her family by her side.

Darlene was born on February 26, 1951, in Danville, the daughter of George Luther and Grace May (Bryant) Cross. 

She is survived by two daughters- Angela Rutledge of Roberts and Heather (PJ Bailey) Bailey of Hoopeston; eight grandchildren- April, Michelle, Megan, Kaydence, Carter, Kinzley, Kambrey and Kaizley; nine great-grandchildren; one brother- Ray Cross of Paxton; three sisters- Paula (John) Bruns of Potomac, Jamie Fitzsimmons of Urbana and Janice Cross of Indiana; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, three husbands, sister- Maggie Wright and brother- Steve Cross.

Darlene worked as a bartender at the Fairmount Lounge.  She enjoyed playing bingo and going to the riverboat.  She also enjoyed sewing, fishing, mushroom hunting and being on her computer.  Her greatest enjoyment was spending time with her grandchildren and her dog Pixie.

According to her wishes cremation rites will be accorded and there are not any services scheduled at this time.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home, in Hoopeston, to assist them in honoring Darlene’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on her everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

Diana Lou Pundt, 82, of Bismarck, passed away at 8:13 p.m. Sunday, February 5, 2023, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana.

Diana was born on October 2, 1940, in Danville, Illinois, the daughter of Darrell Henry and Ruth Nadine (Abernathy) Bever.  She married Charles Emmons Pundt on June 26, 1964 in Danville.  He preceded her in death on December 12, 2008.

She is survived by three sons: Richard (Alison) Pundt of Covington, Indiana, Mike (Doris) Pundt of Bismarck, Illinois and Chuck Pundt of Bismarck, Illinois; four grandchildren: Brandon (Katie) Pundt, Chyanna (Ross Lange) Pundt, Joseph Pundt and Elisabeth Pundt; two great-grandchildren:  Reagan and Evelyn Pundt and Baby Lange on the way; one brother: Richard Bever of Veedersburg, Indiana; and several very special nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and one brother: Joe Bever; and also Daisy, her special canine companion.

Diana graduated from Covington High School in 1958.  She started working at the Sweet Shoppe in Danville as a cake decorator in 1983 and worked until they closed.  She later worked as a cook at Bismarck-Henning High School for several years until her retirement.  She enjoyed cake decorating and baking.  Family was Diana’s priority and she loved spending time with her grandchildren and her great grandchildren.  She also loved spending time with her dog, Daisy.

A Celebration of Diana’s Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, February 11, 2023, at Blurton Funeral Home, in Potomac, with Dr. Daniel Kitinoja officiating.  Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.  Burial will follow the service at Gundy Cemetery in Bismarck.  Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home to assist them in honoring Diana’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on her everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

Trudy A. Compton, 62, of St. Joseph, passed away at 5:05 p.m. Thursday, February 2, 2023, at Carle Foundation Hospital, in Urbana.

Trudy was born on July 16, 1960, in Fairbury, Illinois, the daughter of George and Beverly (Houser) Swartz.  She married Terry Compton on August 27, 2011, in Cissna Park, Illinois.  He survives.

She is also survived by five daughters- Elizabeth Harris of Danville, Amber Compton of Danville, Ashley Compton of Champaign, Angie (Kevin) Strawser of Hoopeston and Sierra Tuttle of Colfax, Illinois; two sons- Robert (Destany) Tubbs of Hoopeston and Travis (Brittany) Compton of Mesquite, Texas; thirteen grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, previous husband- C. Steven Tubbs, two sisters- Tammy (Steve) Boen and Pam Swartz and four grandchildren.

Trudy attended Hoopeston High School and graduated from DACC, with her nursing degree.  She worked as a CNA at Country Health, in Gifford and Heartland Nursing Home, in Paxton.  She most recently worked at Rural King, in Rantoul.  Trudy was a member of the St. John’s Lutheran Church, in Flatville.  She enjoyed fishing, playing the guitar, collecting angels, jewelry and tea sets, crocheting, going on vacations and she loved watching wrestling on TV.

A Celebration of Trudy’s Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 8, 2023, at Blurton Funeral Home, in Hoopeston.  Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home.  She will be laid to rest following the services in Floral Hill Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or H.A.R.T.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home to assist them in honoring Trudy’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on her everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

Carl E. Fox, 78, of rural Danville, IL, passed away at 12:37 A.M. Thursday February 2, 2023, at his home. He was born February 7, 1944, in Danville, IL, the son of Corbit and Ethel (Snyder) Fox. He married Rosemary Cannon on July 9, 1976, in Loogootee, IN. She survives in rural Danville.  

He is also survived by one daughter, Carmen D. (Larry R.) Whorrall of Danville, IL; two sons, Carl E. (Stacey) Fox Jr., of Danville, IL and Jesse J. (Kimberly) Fox of Danville, IL; one sister, Debbie (Bobby) Key of Ridge Farm, IL; one brother, David (Luetta) Fox of Arkansas; one sister-in-law, Norma Fox of North Carolina; six grandchildren, Nathan Fox, Chelsey (Jake) Simmons, Chase (Emily) Whorrall, CasaDee (Blake) Reifsteck, Brandon Fox, and Brittney Fox; four great-grandchildren, Alaina Hamilton, Beau Simmons, Jameson Whorrall, and Sophia Rose Whorrall; and many nieces and nephews.  

He was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers, Cecil, Mervin, Elmer, and Larry Fox.  

Carl worked at Hyster in Danville for thirty years until his retirement. He served in the United States Marine Corps serving active duty in the Vietnam War. He was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church in Hoopeston where he drove the church bus taking kids to school. Carl liked old cars and enjoyed attending car shows. He also enjoyed target shooting, camping, and having cookouts. Most of all, Carl enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

A visitation will be held 4:00 – 7:00 P.M. Wednesday February 8, 2023, at Anderson Funeral Home 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday February 9, 2023, at the First Baptist Church, 323 Seminary Ave, Hoopeston, IL with Pastor Adam Taubert officiating. Burial will follow in Gundy Cemetery in rural Bismarck, IL. Military rites will be accorded by the Hoopeston American Legion Post #384. 

Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church, 323 Seminary Ave. Hoopeston, IL 60942, the Hoopeston Animal Rescue Team (H.A.R.T) 901 W. Main St. Hoopeston, IL, 60942, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund 3033 Wilson Blvd. Suite 300, Arlington, VA 22201, or to the donor’s choice. 

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Lisa Ann LaBounty, 59, of Cissna Park, IL, passed away at 2:35 A.M. Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at Iroquois Memorial Hospital in Watseka, IL. She was born May 9, 1963, in Danville, IL, the daughter of Donald K. and Helen Eileen (Murphy) LaBounty.  

She is survived by one sister, Diane Goin of Hoopeston, IL; and five nieces and nephews, Tami Goin of Hoopeston, IL, Cara Goin of Rantoul, IL, Laura (Tim) Garrison of Rantoul, IL, David LaBounty of Paris, IL, and Brenden Mathew. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Rhonda LaBounty; one brother, David LaBounty; one brother-in-law, Gary Goin; and her grandparents, Laura and Lee Murphy and Lyda and William James LaBounty. 

Lisa worked at WorkSource in Danville. She enjoyed bowling in the Special Olympics and performing in plays with her theater group. She was also in the movie production, Dr. Seuss- Someone Stole My Hoo-Poo-Foo-Too-Boo-To-Bah!, which premiered at the art theater in Champaign, IL. There was a special book written about Lisa, called Lisa a Rosebud Forever, which was used by several colleges throughout the United States for teaching those with down syndrome and special needs.  

Cremation rites have been accorded and a service will be held at a later date.  

Memorials may be made in memory of Lisa to the donor’s choice. 

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