On April 26, 2023, Una Marie Mahan (Potter), 84, of Potomac, got her wings and went to walk with the angels. Una was born June 16, 1938, in Danville, the daughter of the late Andrew Bert and Cora B. (Vanvickle) Potter. She leaves behind a daughter Kim Sherman of Westville; her son, Steve (Joni) Newnum of Penfield; four grandchildren, Stephanie (Nathan) McNeese, Kyle (Keri) Newnum, Kirsten (Jake) Jurczak and Isaiah Newnum; five great-grandchildren, Bridgette and Cassidy McNeese, Mattisyn Newnum, and Myleigh and Austyn Jurczak. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Robert “Bob”, Duane, and Alan Potter; and special friend, Clyde West.

Una graduated from Henning High School in 1956. Through her younger years of schooling, Una was most proud of her win at the Sectional Spelling Bee in 1952, and her award as a Henning High School DAR. After high school, Una took several college classes at Brown’s Business College. Una worked for the Illinois Department of Corrections as the Office Coordinator in Education from 1992 through her retirement in 2010. Una was a dedicated worker, she received recognition as the Danville Correctional Center Employee of the Year in 2010 for her pleasant demeanor, professionalism, and dedication to her duties.

Anyone who was lucky enough to get to know Una referred to her as their “Grandma”, and she very much enjoyed that. Una loved treating everyone like they were her very own grandkids. She routinely handed out candy or snacks from her bottomless purse, often carrying around a crowd favorite- her homemade popcorn balls. When anyone close to her was ill, she would show up at their door to nurse them back to health with her homemade chicken and noodles. She was her grandchildren’s biggest fan and supporter, never missed a single event between the three of them. She was an avid sports fan and could be found in her recliner cheering on her “Cubbies”, Fighting Illini, or watching a horse race. She enjoyed oil painting, crossword puzzles, Sudoku, slot machines, card games, outings with her dear friend Loretta Fox, and had a strong eye for correct grammar. Una was strong-willed and stubborn, but those traits got her through life’s greatest challenges. She was also witty and fun, always quick with a funny saying, rhyme, or joke to make everyone laugh.

A Celebration of Una’s Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, May 1, 2023, at Blurton Funeral Home, Potomac, with Pastor Randy Holden officiating.  She will be laid to rest following the services in Johnson Cemetery.  The visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations to be made in Una’s name to a charity of the donor’s choice. The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home to assist them in honoring Una’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on her everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

Earl William Clauss, 84, of Loda, IL, passed away at 4:18 A.M. Tuesday April 25, 2023, at his home. He was born March 8, 1939, in Watseka, IL, the son of Joe and Nettie (Young) Clauss. He married Gloria Schroeder on February 3, 1968, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Woodworth, IL. She survives in Loda, IL.

He is also survived by one daughter, Erica (Eric) Miller of Fishers, IN; one son, Corbenn (Kim) Clauss of Cissna Park, IL; five grandchildren, Cale, Kahne, and Kloie Clauss and Eli and Evan Miller; five sisters, Lois Beer of Milford, IN, Erma Wieland of Peoria, IL, Caroline Sever of Bloomington, IL, Lorna Clauss of Champaign, IL, and Dorothy (Don) Holmes of Hoopeston, IL; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Stan and Chris Schroeder; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Betty Feller Zimmerman; two brothers, Vernon and Jerry Clauss; three brothers-in-law, Frank Beer, Wayne Wieland, and Edward Feller, Jr.; and one nephew, Keith Beer.

Earl grew up farming in Cissna Park, IL. He was a member of the AMPI (Associated Milk Producers, Inc.) until he retired from dairy farming in 1976. He continued farming with his brother, Vernon Clauss, until 2005. He then happily drove semi-trucks for various farmers in the area until he was in his late 70’s.

Earl served in the United States Army from 1962-1966. A lifelong member of the American Legion Post #527 in Cissna Park, where he recently received a certificate of continuous membership for 50 years, Earl never missed an Old Settlers Reunion until he battled cancer in 2019.

Earl and Gloria enjoyed spending time with their grandchildren and each other.

A visitation will be held 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. Tuesday May 2, 2023, 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. on Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Pine Ridge Cemetery in Loda, IL. Military rites will be accorded by the Cissna Park American Legion Post #527.

Memorial donations may be made to the Cissna Park American Legion Post #527 or the Loda American Legion Post #503.

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Bunny G. Tweedy, 81, of Georgetown, IL, formerly of Rossville, IL, passed away at 7:58 P.M. Friday April 21, 2023, at Amber Glen Assisted Living in Urbana, IL. She was born December 14, 1941, in Talbott, IN, the daughter of Hubert Gregory and Hazel (Hurt) Morlan. She married Dale Tweedy, and they had four children.

She is survived by three daughters, Lisa Tweedy of Champaign, IL, Linda (Jim) Mills of Indianola, IL, and Jennifer Tweedy (Cassandra Johnson) of Urbana, IL; one sister, Rebecca Dawson of Beaverton, OR; one brother, Chuck Wallace of Hoopeston, IL; two grandchildren, Michael (Rachel) Ingram of Champaign, IL and Alexandria (Ty) Stetson of Carmel, IN; as well as many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Greg Tweedy; one sister, Wanda Gregory; and three brothers, Louis, Jack, and Fred Gregory.

Bunny worked as a longtime bookkeeper for Bowles Construction Co. She had previously worked as the operator of the Water and Water Treatment Plants for the Village of Rossville, as well as having served on the Village Board there.  In the late 70’s, she co-owned a brand-new business in downtown Rossville, Raggedy Ann & Andy’s, a children’s wear store.

She served on the Vermilion County Red Cross Board for many years, as well as the Red Cross’s Regional Donor Resources Advisory Board in Peoria. Bunny was a former Girl Scout Troop Leader in Hoopeston, a member of the Danville Garden Club and the Hoopeston Junior Women’s Club.  She previously attended the First Christian Church Disciples of Christ in Hoopeston.  She enjoyed traveling, gardening, listening to music, and spending time with her family.  She was also a voracious reader and loved watching Illini basketball.

A visitation will be held 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. Friday April 28, 2023, 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. Friday at the funeral home with Pastor Judy Ridlen officiating. Burial will follow in Rossville Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to The American Red Cross, PO Box 37839, Boone, IA 50037-0839 or at www.redcross.org or donate blood at your local Red Cross or other blood bank.

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Ralph Myron Samet, 83, of rural East Lynn, IL, passed away at 3:06 P.M. Saturday April 22, 2023, at Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center. He was born June 15, 1939, at the family home in the country outside of East Lynn, IL, the son of Alvin and Katherine Marie (Oberlander) Samet. He married Sandra Jo Long on September 30, 1962, in Cheneyville, IL. She survives in rural East Lynn.

He is also survived by three sons, Greg (Tina) Samet of rural Hoopeston, IL, Kenny (Betty) Samet of Hoopeston, IL, and Dan (Dawn) Samet of rural East Lynn, IL; two sisters, Karen (John) Laubscher of Cissna Park, IL and Peggy Busey of Paxton, IL; one brother, Richard (Sue) Samet of Hoopeston, IL; one brother-in-law, Jim Arnholt of Mattoon, IL; six grandchildren, Jacy (Trevor) Rush, Erika (Jeremy) Weber, William (Michelle) Samet, Andrew Samet (Allison Voyles), Theresa (Lane) Huls, and Elizabeth Samet (Luis Lugo); four great-grandchildren, Oliver and Emerson Huls, Murphy Rush, and Charlie Weber; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Racheline Arnholt, and one great-grandson, Theodore Huls.

Ralph was a life-long farmer and owned Samet’s Hy-hoe Service for over forty years. He served in the United States Marine Corps. where he was stationed at Paris Island. He previously attended the Cheneyville Christian Church. He was also a member of the Cissna Park American Legion Post #527 and served as a Butler Township Trustee. Ralph loved to stay busy and was always tinkering around the farm. He was very involved in his children’s activities and could always be seen attending his sons’ truck pulling events or motocross races. Later in his life, his passion for family evolved to his grandchildren, supporting them in all their activities.   

A visitation will be held 4:00 – 7:00 P.M. Thursday April 27, 2023, at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. The funeral service will be held at 3:00 P.M. Friday April 28, 2023, at the funeral home. Burial will follow in East Lynn Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Iroquois Memorial Hospice, 200 Laird Lane, Watseka, IL 60970 or to the donor’s choice.

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Linda Carol Sexton, 75, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 10:40 A.M. Friday April 21, 2023, at her home. She was born September 11, 1947, in Breeding, KY, the daughter of Harrison and Zora Helen (Furkin) Wheeler. She married O’Dell Sexton on January 11, 1964, in Livingston, TN. He survives in Hoopeston.
She is also survived by one daughter, Lisa Sexton of Hoopeston, IL; one granddaughter, Linda Louise; one sister, Cathy (Rick) Moore of Hoopeston, IL; one brother, Delbert (Barbara) Wheeler of Auburn, IL; one step-brother, Ray Mayberry of Westville, IL; a special cousin who was like a sister, Donna Pearce of Hoopeston, IL; 4 nieces; and 5 nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Steven Sexton; brother, Justin Wheeler; and step-mother, Marcella Wheeler.
Linda worked at Scranton’s in Hoopeston. She then worked at Hoopeston Coin Laundry and later ironed clothes from her home for over twenty years. She attended the First Church of God in Hoopeston. She enjoyed spending time with her family and collecting chickens and Coca-Cola memorabilia.
A visitation will be held 10:00 – 11:00 A.M. Monday May 1, 2023, at Anderson Funeral Home 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, Il. The funeral service will follow the visitation and will begin at 11:00 A.M. Monday at the funeral home with Pastor Carlos Sanchez officiating. Burial will follow in Floral Hill Cemetery in Hoopeston.
Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice.

Connie L. Butzow, 70, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 9:43 P.M. Monday April 17, 2023, at Gardenview Manor in Danville, IL. She was born December 27, 1952, in Paxton, IL, the daughter of Marvin Grohler and Myra (Blanck) Grohler. She married William Butzow on December 29, 1990, at the First Christian Church in Watseka, IL.

She is survived by her mother, Myra Grohler of Buckley, IL; two sons, Jase Houser (Amy Roberts) of Clintonville, WI and Travis (Jessica) Houser of Alexandria, TN; two brothers; one sister; eight grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father, Marvin Grohler; husband, William Butzow; three sisters; one sister-in-law; one brother-in-law; and one grandson, Sebastian Houser.

Connie worked as an invoice clerk at Walmart for over 26 years before retiring in 2016. She was President of the VFW Auxiliary Post #4826 for ten years and was a member of the Good Shepard Lutheran Church in Hoopeston. She and her husband were instrumental in raising llamas and introducing them to the youth in the 4-H Community.

Cremation rites will be accorded, and a memorial service will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday April 29, 2023, at the VFW, 428 W. Orange St. Hoopeston, IL. No burial will be held.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the VFW Auxiliary Post #4826.

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Maxine Louise Garner, 93, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 5:25 A.M. Tuesday April 18, 2023, at Heritage Health Therapy and Senior Living in Hoopeston. She was born September 15, 1929, in Hoopeston, IL, the daughter of Charles Ischmeal and Flossie Lorraina (Skinner) Allison. She married Donald Beckham Garner Jr. on September 27, 1950, at the United Methodist Church in Kankakee, IL. He preceded her in death.

 She is survived by one daughter, Sandra (Earl) Thompson of Hoopeston, IL; one sister, Charlotte Lorraine Marko of Hoopeston, IL; one grandson, Colby Alan (Julie) Thompson of Eldorado, IL; one great-granddaughter, Aspen Thompson and one great-grandson, Avery Thompson.

In addition to her husband, Maxine was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Randall Kent Garner; one daughter-in-law, Barbara Garner; one sister, Betty Hollen; and two brothers-in-law, Eddie Hollen and Bob Marko.

Maxine worked at The Chronicle in Hoopeston as a supervisor of the advertising department until her retirement. She enjoyed fishing and camping at Indian Springs and spending time with her family especially her grandson, Colby. She also enjoyed reading, sewing, crocheting, and traveling.

A visitation will be held 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. Saturday April 29, 2023, 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. Saturday April 29^th at the funeral home with Pastor Kathy Murphy officiating. Burial will follow in Floral Hill Cemetery in Hoopeston.

Memorials may be made to the Hoopeston Animal Rescue Team (H.A.R.T.) 901 W. Main St. Hoopeston, IL 60942.

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Patricia Amos-Lane, 75, of Rossville, IL, passed away at 12:15 A.M. Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at Terra Bella Memory Care in Spartanburg, SC. She was born April 11, 1947, in Watseka, IL, the daughter of Mitchell Glass and Lucille (Judy) Sanislo. They preceded her in death. She married Ronald “Butch” Amos on February 11, 1967, in Hoopeston, IL. He preceded her in death on December 15, 2007. She later married Allen Lane in August 2009 in the Ozarks and he survives in Rossville.  

She is also survived by two daughters, Amy (Trent) Rossey of Tryon, NC and Abby (Chad) Hays of Tolono, IL and two granddaughters, Alexa Gallagher and Norah Hays. 

Patty worked in Quality Control at ConAgra Foods in Rossville, until her retirement in 2007. She loved fishing, cooking Sunday dinners, and socializing.  

Cremation rites have been accorded. A visitation will be held 3:00 – 5:30 P.M. Thursday April 13, 2023, at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. A memorial service will follow the visitation and will begin at 5:30 P.M. on Thursday at the funeral home. No burial will be held. 

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Mary Jane (Moulden) Weathers, 76, of Bismarck, passed away at 12:45 p.m. Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at Carle Foundation Hospital, in Urbana, Illinois.

Mary was born on October 15, 1946, in Ambia, Indiana, the daughter of Henry and Margie (Cross) Moulden.  She married Terry Weathers on March 2, 1963, in Potomac.  He preceded her in death on August 31, 2018.

She is survived by two daughters- Doris (Mike) Pundt of Bismarck and Deanna (James) Whitlow of Potomac; one son- Andy Weathers of Bismarck; five grandchildren- Kayla (Rob) Harrier, Brandon (Katie) Pundt, Chyanna (Ross Lange) Pundt, Katie Whitlow and Jake Whitlow; seven great-grandchildren-Gracie and Conner Harrier, Reagan and Evelyn Pundt, Aiden and Piper Jeffers and Enleigh Lange on the way; one sister- Carolyn (Larry) Tuck of Elizabethtown, Kentucky; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one brother- Roger Moulden and sister- Christine Williams.

Mary worked at Mr. L’s, in Hoopeston, for 7 years, Creative Products, in Rossville, for 10 years and Stewart Grain Elevator, in Bismarck, for 12 years.  She enjoyed playing bingo, doing crafts and decorating for the holidays.  Christmas was her favorite time of the year.  She also loved having cookouts and spending time with her family.

A Celebration of Mary's Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 8, 2023, at Blurton Funeral Home, in Potomac, with Pastor Dan Mikel officiating.  Burial will follow the service in Sunset Memorial Park, in Danville.  Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday, at the funeral home.  Memorials may be made in Mary's name to St. Jude's Children's Hospital.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home to assist them in honoring Mary's life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on her everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

Richard James “Bud” Fouse, Jr., 57, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 6:23 P.M. Monday March 27, 2023, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL. He was born July 7, 1965, in West Chester, PA, the son of Richard James Fouse, Sr. and Maria Louise (Torres) Fouse. They preceded him in death. 

He is survived by his fiancée, Jamie (Wallace) Smith of Hoopeston, IL; two daughters, Kaitlyn Smith and Kira Coon both of Hoopeston, IL; two sisters, Barb Arms of Fowler, IN and Tammy Fouse of Hoopeston, IL; seven nieces and nephews, James Fouse (Tomi Nugent), Chelsie Fouse, Roger Dale Arms, Brandon Arms, Jessica Arms, Ashley Arms, and Ryan Wilson. 

In addition to his parents his was also preceded in death by his grandparents, Roma and Leota Fouse and David and Rosetta Torres; one sister, Sandra Dee Fouse; one niece, Fay Marie Wilson; and one nephew, Todd Wilson, Jr. 

Richard previously worked at Vermilion Iron, ConAir, and Toll Packaging before working at McLane Midwest in Danville for ten years. He enlisted in the Army National Guard of Indiana and served active duty for four years during Desert Storm. He enjoyed spending time with his family, woodworking in his garage, and tinkering around with cars. Richard collected Nascar cars and was an avid hat collector.  

A visitation will be held 5:00 – 7:00 P.M. Tuesday April 11, 2023, at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday April 12, 2023, at the funeral home. 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 to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516. 

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Dennis Lee Gonzalez, 68, of Rossville, IL, passed away at 9:47 A.M. Friday March 31, 2023, at his home. He was born November 8, 1954, in Danville, IL, the son of Arthur Lee and Bonnie Lou (Bennett) Gonzalez. They preceded him in death.  

He is survived by two sisters, Deanna Misner and Gail Jones; three nieces, Emily (Ben) Catron, Rachael Gonzalez, and Kendra (John) Keenan; and three nephews, Johnny (Lindsey) Bray, Tyler Misner, and Reagan Gonzalez. 

In addition to his parents, Dennis was also preceded in death by his brother, Dana Gonzalez and two brothers-in-law, Terry Misner and Chapman Junior Jones. 

Dennis previously worked at EB Collins Auto Parts and then at FMC in Hoopeston until its closing. He later worked at ConAgra until his retirement. He enjoyed reading and building model trains. 

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday April 10, 2023, at Mann’s Chapel Cemetery in rural Rossville.  

Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice. 

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Tony Gene Miller, 79, of Hoopeston, IL, passed this life peacefully to be received into heaven on March 28, 2023. He was born May 27, 1943, to Donald and Thelma Miller. He married Cynthia Mae Parent on November 9, 1968, in Saginaw, MI. They enjoyed 51 years of happy marriage and had 3 beautiful children Tony, Michelle, and Tracy.  

Tony was a hard worker and had many jobs over his lifetime to help support his family. He retired from Omni Forge of Remington, IN. Tony enjoyed fishing, watching sports, hanging out with friends and family, and drinking an ice-cold beer. He was known as “Big Tony” by all his wife's family. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. His kids and grandkids were his pride and joy. The highlight of his later years was that he simply enjoyed picking up his grandchildren from school and taking them to Casey's.  

Tony leaves behind his 3 children, Tony Miller of Hoopeston, IL, Michelle (Daniel) Maxwell of Hoopeston, IL, and Tracy (Dustin) White of Rossville IL; 6 grandchildren, Haley Edwards, Colton Maxwell, Chevelle White, Jameson White, Joshton Swartz, and Ethan Swartz; 2 great grandchildren, Alaya and Alana Edwards; 1 brother, Bob Miller of Gainesville, MO; 2 very special brothers-in-law, Bill Goodrum of Hoopeston, IL, and Jim Parent of Mahomet, IL; two very special sisters-in-law, Abby Bosi of Flowery Branch, GA and Donna Steinhafel of Lake in the Hills, IL; many nieces, nephews and friends whom he loved dearly; and two special nieces, Emily (Roy) Espinoza of Hoopeston, IL and Carina Bosi of Houston, TX. 

 He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Cindy Miller; his parents; 5 sisters, Sandra Spivey, Carol Miller, Shirley Baker, Judy Ford, and Sissy Goodrum; and 1 brother, Barry Miller.  

Per his wishes, he will be cremated. A celebration of life will be held on May 28, 2023, from 4-7 P.M. at The Pump, 1023 W. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. 

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Mary Anne Sorenson, 78, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 2:25 P.M. Thursday, March 30, 2023 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL.  She was born November 30, 1944, in Cissna Park, IL, the daughter of Paul and Gertrude (Crockett) Brenner.  She married Wilbur Sorenson Jr. on May 15, 1964.  He preceded her in death on May 18, 2001. 

She is survived by two daughters, Robin (Darren) Martin of rural Hoopeston, IL and Paula (Jimmy) McCullough of rural Hoopeston, IL; one sister, Linda Brenner of Hoopeston, IL; one brother, Gene (Nancy) Brenner of Wheaton, IL; four grandchildren, Rylee Martin, Kenny Ray, Emily Ray, and James McCullough; and several nieces and nephews. 

Along with her husband, Mary Anne was preceded in death by her parents and special friend Leon Caldwell.   

Mary Anne worked from her home as a beautician, owning Mary’s Beauty Shop for 58 years.  Her and her husband owned and operated the Coffee Cup in Hoopeston for many years.  She was a member of the First Church of God in Hoopeston.  She enjoyed cooking and traveling with her special friend, Leon, to many national parks.  Mary Anne enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandkids. 

Per her wishes, cremation rites will be accorded.  A visitation will be held 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M., Thursday, April 6, 2023 at Anderson Funeral Home 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL.  The memorial service will follow the visitation and begin at 1:00 P.M. at the funeral home with Pastor Carlos Sanchez officiating.  Burial will follow at Floral Hill Cemetery. 

Memorials may be made in Mary Anne’s name to H.A.R.T. 901 W. Main St. Hoopeston, IL 60942. 

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Anderson Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.