Bernerd "Bernie" Brewer
May 25, 2026
Bernerd "Bernie" Brewer,88, a beloved figure known for his dedication to family, friends, and a lifetime of hard work, passed away on May 25, 2026, at the Danville, Illinois Veteran Affairs facility. He was born on December 19, 1937, in Danville, Illinois, but he spent the majority of his years contributing to his Tilton, Illinois community and sharing cherished moments...
Barbara L. Kirby
May 24, 2026
Barbara Louise Kirby, 95, of Urbana, Illinois, passed peacefully on May 24, 2026. Born on August 25, 1930 to Lula and Arthur Phillips, the youngest of ten siblings, she lived a long and vibrant life, independent in her beloved home until the end. She loved flowers and good food, was a skilled homemaker and former beautician, and was known for...
Robert “Bob” Dale Brooks
May 23, 2026
Robert “Bob” Dale Brooks, a beloved husband, father, and steadfast member of his community, passed away peacefully at home in Westville, Illinois, on May 23, 2026. Born on October 21, 1945, in Danville, Illinois, Bob’s life was a testament to devotion, kindness, and an enduring love for family and faith.
Bob's journey began in Danville and took him through a rich...
Rita Gold
May 22, 2026
On Friday, May 22, 2026, Rita Gold passed away at the age of 94.
Rita was born July 31, 1931, in Hoopeston, IL, to Edward and Eva Swanson. She graduated from John Greer High School and married James Ralph Neal in 1952, who preceded her in death.
She would then marry Robert Gold in 1956, and together the couple raised their two...
Lurna Coffman
May 21, 2026
Lurna Coffman, 83, of Catlin, IL passed away at 12:09 PM on May 21, 2026 at Wellbrooke of Crawfordsville in Crawfordsville, IN.
Lurna was born on February 20, 1943 the daughter of Everett and NaOma (Metcalf) Morris in Paris, IL. She married James Coffman on May 5, 1963 in Danville, IL and he survives.
Survivors include her husband of 63 years, James...
Donald Eugene Hinkle
May 20, 2026
Donald Eugene Hinkle, 70, passed away after complications from double bypass surgery at Eskenazi Hospital.
Born on November 15, 1955, and raised in Catlin, Illinois, Donald dedicated many years of hard work to General Motors. He began his career at the foundry in Tilton, Illinois, and later transferred to Allison Transmission in Indianapolis. He retired in 2019 after years of faithful...
Lyle L. Wright
May 20, 2026
Lyle L. Wright, 83, of Danville passed away 5:51 AM on May 20, 2026 with his family by his side.
Lyle was born on February 23, 1943 the son of Jerry and Yvonne (Langlett) Wright in Danville, IL. He married Louise L. Holycross on November 27, 1965 in Bismarck, IL and she survives.
Survivors include his wife of 60-years, Louise Wright of...
Bridget Anne (Sheehan) Holem
May 20, 2026
Bridget Anne (Sheehan) Holem was born April 5, 1953 and passed away on May 20, 2026 at her home in Danville, IL with her family by her side.
Bridget Anne Holem, loving wife, mother, sister, friend and nurse, passed from this life in her home, moments after receiving last rites, administered by Father John F. Cyr.
Born in Danville, Bridget was the...
James Theodore Conder
May 18, 2026
James Theodore Conder, 85, of Danville passed away at 3:01 PM on May 18, 2026 at his home with his family by his side.
James was born on June 17, 1940 the son of Theodore and Dorothy (Riddick) Conder in Jackson, MO. He married Paula Rae Matthews on January 22, 1966 in Millersville, MO and she survives.
Survivors include his wife of...