Feb 1, 2025

Robert W. “Bob” Randall (86), a man of deep faith, died peacefully at home on Saturday, February 1, 2025, held close by his devoted wife, while listening to the words of Psalm 23. Bob was known by all to be devoted to family, an astute businessman, and a tireless advocate for his community. The warmth of Bob’s big heart and...

Jan 31, 2025

Paul Severins, 85, a lifetime resident of Gifford, IL passed away on the morning of Friday, January 31, 2025 at The Waters, Covington, IN. He was born March 9, 1939 on the family farm in Rural Rantoul, a son of John and Anna (Franzen) Severins. He married Carol J. Meece in 1971.  He later married Connie Babb in 1999...

Jan 30, 2025

Joseph Katavich, 76, of Georgetown, Illinois, passed away on Thursday January 30, 2025, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois. Joe was born on September 17, 1948, in Georgetown, Illinois, the son of Jacob and Louise (Clark) Katavich. Joe married the love of his life, Cynthia Kay Katavich, on January 27, 1968, and they celebrated 57 years of marriage just...

Jan 29, 2025

Keith Wesley Hunter, 67, of Moose Lake, MN, died January 29, 2025 at his home.

He was born March 1, 1957 in Duluth, MN, a son of Wesley Duane and Rosella Goldie (Galvin) Hunter.  They preceded him in death.

He is survived by 3 sisters, Brenda (Charles) Farris of Rantoul, IL; Dawn (Gary) Frump of...

Jan 29, 2025

Harry “Ike” Eisenhauer, 90, of Rantoul, formerly of Danville, passed away at his home with his family by his side at 9:09 PM on January 29, 2025.

Harry was born on September 20, 1934 the son of Harry and Helen (Wolff) Eisenhauer in Cairo, IL. He married B. Jeanne Wilson on October 18, 1958 in Danville, IL and she preceded him...

Jan 28, 2025

John “Jack” Leonard Steinbrenner Jr., age 85, of Newport, Indiana, left his earthly ties surrounded by his loving family on January 28th, 2025, at 6:16 a.m.

 Jack was born on November 1, 1939, to John L. Steinbrenner Sr. and Annamae (Hutchens) Steinbrenner in Terre Haute, Indiana. In 1958, he graduated from Gerstmeyer High School. He joined the United States Army Reserves...

Jan 28, 2025

Marsha L. Morris, 77, of Williamsport, formerly of Georgetown, IL, passed away at 9:00 AM on January 28, 2025.

Marsha was born on February 6, 1947 the daughter of Merle and Maureen (Watson) Mockbee in Danville, IL. She married Billy Morris on August 23, 1974 in Georgetown, IL and he preceded her in death on December 20, 2015.

Survivors include her daughter,...

Jan 27, 2025

Douglas A. Hylbert, 63, of Las Cruces, N.M., passed away Jan. 27, 2025, at home. He was born Aug. 17, 1961, in Champaign, a son of Leonard and Jane (Welborn) Hylbert. He is survived by his parents of Rantoul; a sister, Sue (Roger) Campbell of Rantoul; and a brother, Dale (Lynn) Hylbert of Rossville. He was preceded in death...

Jan 27, 2025

Teresa Vandewalker, 65, of Georgetown, Illinois, passed away on Monday January 27, 2025, at Cale Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois. Teresa was born in Danville, Illinois, the daughter of Thomas and Margaret (Hester) Lack on September 16, 1959. She married Gregory Vandewalker on October 15, 1992. He passed away on May 25, 2024.

Teresa leaves behind her children; Sean (Lisa) Conklin,...

Jan 27, 2025

James H. “Jim” Ellis, 92, of Danville passed away at 8:36 PM on January 27, 2025 at Hawthorne Inn in Danville, IL.

Jim was born on August 25, 1932 the son of Harold and Mildred (Crawford) Ellis. He married Josephine Ann Flannery on January 29, 1952 in Watseka, IL and she preceded him in death on March 24, 2019.

Jim will be...