Evelyn (Ambrose) Kiel
Apr 16, 2025
Evelyn Teresa Kiel, 96, of Rantoul passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Wednesday (April 16, 2025) at Country Health Care & Rehab, Gifford. Evelyn was born Sept. 18, 1928, in Agawam, Mass., to Robert and Mabel Ambrose. She attended Cathedral High School in Springfield, Mass. Later, she attended the Charles F. Gaugh School of Business. She married Harry...
Shirley A. Gorham
Apr 16, 2025
Tilton – Shirley A. Gorham, 86, of Tilton passed away at 10:13 AM on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at OSF Heart of Mary in Urbana. She was born March 16, 1939 in Danville to Jess and Marie Martin. She was married to Ernest M. Gorham with whom she had one son.
She is survived by her son, Ernie A. Gorham of...
Robert Lloyd Brown
Apr 15, 2025
Robert L. Brown (71) departed this world on Tuesday, April 2025, after a 10-month courageous battle with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.
Bob was born and raised in Danville, Illinois, attending Immanuel Lutheran, North Ridge and Danville High School. Throughout his life he was employed in Industrial and Contractor Sales, at Danville Industrial Supply Company, Fastenal, The Depot, and Leatherneck Hardware. Jobs that...
Keith J. Williams
Apr 15, 2025
Danville – Keith James Williams, 57, of Danville passed away at 7:45 AM on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at his home. He was born April 14, 1968 in Danville to Robert and Julia (Compton) Williams.
He is survived by a brother, Willie (Steffanie) Cooper of Danville; nieces and nephews, Derek (Kayla) Anderson, Brad (Tyler) Anderson, Travis (Bryandra) Anderson, Jasmine (Austin) Taylor,...
Mildred Louise Orlea
Apr 12, 2025
Mildred “Midge” Louise Orlea, 86, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Fountain Springs in Covington, Indiana.
She was born on November 11, 1938, in Granger, Wyoming—the daughter of Lewis “Skete” Nelson Watt and Inez Mildred (Edwards) Watt.
Midge was united in marriage to Richard Lee Orlea in Westville, Illinois, on February 20, 1960. They were married for 65 years.
She is...
James "Jimbo" Haton
Apr 12, 2025
James “Jimbo” Haton, 65, of Georgetown, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois.
He was born October 12, 1959, in Danville, Illinois, the youngest baby of the late Edward and Rosa (Barrick) Haton.
Jim married Deb Perkins on January 26, 1980, in Danville, Illinois, and together they enjoyed 45 years of marriage.
Jim is survived...
Karen Ann Dowers
Apr 12, 2025
Cayuga, IN. – Karen Ann Dowers, 75, of Cayuga, passed away at 2:40pm EST, Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Clinton Gardens, Clinton, Indiana. She was born April 25, 1949, in Clinton, Indiana, the daughter of Henry Merrill and Mildred May (Hathaway) Dowers, Sr.
Survivors include a sister Marsha (Bill) Ernst of Mount Vernon, Ohio, and a brother Norman (Janet) Dowers of...
Mildred Malone
Apr 11, 2025
Mildred Malone, a beloved mother, grandmother, and matriarch of five generations, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2025, at the age of 97. Born on May 20, 1927, Mildred lived a long, full life rooted in faith, family, and love. Mildred was the cherished mother of two daughters, Sandi Sulander and Janie Nelson. She was a devoted grandmother to five...
Sandra Sue Drysdale
Apr 11, 2025
Sandra Sue Drysdale, 87, of Rantoul passed away peacefully on Friday (April 11, 2025) after a short stay at Country Health Care & Rehab, Gifford. She was born on Dec. 26, 1937, in Paxton, a daughter of Roy Jackson and Dora (Parker) Drysdale. Sue never married and had no children, but she surrounded herself with beloved friends throughout her...
Charlotte Rostron
Apr 10, 2025
Charlotte Anne Rostron, born November 4, 1942, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2025, in New Lenox, Illinois. She lived a life filled with love, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to education and family.
Charlotte began her teaching career at Jamaica High School as a Physical Education teacher, where her passion for sports and coaching ignited. She continued her journey at...