George Minneman
May 14, 2026
George Minneman, of Urbana, was born on May 12, 1947, in Goshen, NY and passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026.
George was preceded in death by his parents, Minnie and William Minneman of Hartford, KY and his brother, James “Jim” Minneman of Pennsylvania.
He is survived by his loving wife, Mary Minneman of Urbana, IL; his daughters, Stacy Pelmore of Urbana,...
Steve D. Watson
May 14, 2026
Danville – Steve D. Watson, 78, of Danville, passed away at 2:59 AM on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at OSF Sacred Heart in Danville. He was born on April 22, 1948, in Danville to Harold Bruce and Delores June (Sempsrott) Watson. He married Vickie Lee Kimberlin on March 22, 1978, in Danville. She survives. Vickie has been his rock, faithfully...
Larry Lee Trimble
May 14, 2026
Larry Lee Trimble, 82, of Alvin, IL passed away on May 14, 2026 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL.
Larry was born on July 15, 1943 the son of Edward and Ruth (Stratton) Trimble in Watseka, IL. He married Brenda Blaker on September 23, 1961 at Farmers Chapel United Methodist Church in Danville, IL and she preceded him in death...
Donald R. Murray
May 14, 2026
Donald R. Murray, 83, of Rantoul passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026, at his home with family by his side. He was born on September 17, 1942, in Providence, Rhode Island. The son of Henry F. and Mary M. Murray. Donald lived a life marked by dedication to his faith, family, and country.
Donald is survived by his wife, Cleo...
Kenneth Taylor
May 14, 2026
Kenneth B. Taylor was born February 15, 1930, to Fred Jr. Taylor and Helen Everett on a train in Watseka, IL. He was raised in Danville, IL by Fred Jr and Meredith (Gutteridge) Taylor. He joined the Army 82nd Airborne in 1948, and was discharged in 1952, and soon after he met the girl he married on Sept. 5, 1954....
Vernon "Skip" Epperson
May 12, 2026
Vernon “Skip” Epperson, of Cayuga, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on May 12, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was 73 years old.
Skip was born on July 29, 1952, to James and Helen Epperson in Danville, Illinois. He spent his early childhood in Danville before moving with his family to a farm in rural Warren County, Covington, Indiana. He graduated...
Shirley Ritter
May 12, 2026
Shirley Ritter,88, a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2026, at her daughter's home. Born on September 8, 1937, in Summer Shade, Kentucky, Shirley lived a life marked by dedication, love, and a deep connection to the simple joys of nature and family.
Throughout her life, Shirley demonstrated a strong work ethic,...
Charles E. Sampson
May 11, 2026
It is with heavy hearts yet deep gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Charles E Sampson, a cherished husband, brother, grandfather, and friend. Born on December 6, 1945, in the close-knit town of Tolono, Illinois, Charlie graced this world with his presence for 80 meaningful years before passing peacefully on May 11, 2026, following a...
Caroline S. Liggett
May 11, 2026
Tilton - Caroline S. Liggett (Freed), 88, of Tilton, passed away at 2:23 AM on May 11, 2026, at The Waters of Covington. Caroline was born on April 7, 1938, in Eugene, IN, the daughter of George and Luella (Cox) Freed. She married Shelby J. Liggett, Jr. on November 14, 1958, in Danville, IL, he passed February 8, 2021.
Survivors include...
Sherrie Lynn Knight
May 10, 2026
Danville – Sherrie Lynn Knight, 68, of Danville passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2026. She was born on August 18, 1957, to James D. and Carole (Schult) Knight.
She was a much-loved sister to Jamie (Gary) Lindley, J.D. Knight, Laurie (Phil) Bernardi, and Darcie (Matt) Lunsford. She was also known as “Aunt Sherrie” to Kate (Blake) Bennett, Kameron Bernardi, Sam...