Randy Schlensker

May 3, 2025

Randy Schlensker, 62, of Paxton, passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2025, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer.

Born August 14, 1962, to Carl and Gloria Schlensker, Randy was a proud father, devoted grandfather, and a man who believed that showing up for your family was one of life’s most important jobs. He is survived by his siblings, Eileen...

James P. Blue

Apr 28, 2025

Pastor James “Jim” P. Blue, 80, of Georgetown, formerly of Olivet, passed from this life into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior, early Monday, April 28, 2025, with his loved ones surrounding at home. As a faithful and dedicated servant of Jesus Christ, he heard the incredible words "Well done, Good and Faithful Servant".

He was born on April...

Hollye Sue Barr

Apr 28, 2025

Hollye Sue Barr, a beloved figure in her community and a steadfast presence within her family, departed this life on April 28, 2025, at the age of eighty-one. Born on October 17, 1943, in Danville, Illinois, Sue devoted her life to service; she enriched the lives of those around her through her myriad of contributions as a loving wife, mother,...

Marie J. Peterson

Apr 27, 2025

Marie Peterson, 92, of Cayuga, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at Clinton Gardens in Clinton, Indiana.

She was born April 2, 1933, in Danville, Illinois, daughter of the late Theodore and Hazel (Johnson) Pearman.

Marie enjoyed time spent outdoors where she could often be found collecting rocks or riding her bike. She loved animals, but horses and cats held...

Ruth E. West

Apr 27, 2025

Ruth E. West, 96, of Newport, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at Clinton Gardens in Clinton, Indiana.

She was born March 20, 1929, in Newport, Indiana, daughter of the late Miles and Blanche (Pearman) Craft.

Ruth married Ralph West on August 16, 1946, in Newport, Indiana, and he preceded her in death on August 7, 2023.

Survivors include her two...

Patsy Lee Bedinger

Apr 25, 2025

Patsy Lee Bedinger, 73, of Kingman, Indiana, passed away on Friday, April 25, 2025, at Clinton Gardens in Clinton, Indiana.

She was born August 9, 1951, in Clinton, Indiana, daughter of the late George and Ellen (Southard) Porter.

Patsy married Warren Bedinger on July 27, 1975, in Kingman, Indiana, and he preceded her in death in September 2019.

Survivors include her daughter: Gidget...

Paul Jestin Trahan

Apr 25, 2025

Paul Jestin Trahan, 90, of Effingham, formerly of Georgetown, Illinois, passed away on April 25, 2025, at Lakeland Health Care, in Effingham, Illinois. Jestin was born in Kaplan, Louisiana, first born son of Challie and Neubrey (Granger) Trahan on August 5, 1934. Jestin married his wife LaVonne Chrisinger in May of 1958, they enjoyed 62 years together until her passing...

Wanda Buchanan

Apr 24, 2025

Wanda L. Buchanan, 85, of Danville, Illinois, passed away peacefully at 1:22 a.m. on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at OSF Sacred Heart Medical Center.

Wanda was born May 16, 1939 in Westville, the daughter of the late Angelo and Florence (Sandlin) Frankino.

On August 9, 1958, Wanda married the love of her life, Thomas (Tom) Buchanan. Together, they built a beautiful life...

James C. Roloff

Apr 24, 2025

James (Jim) Clarence Roloff, 90, of Mahomet passed away on April 24, 2025, at OSF Heart of Mary Medical Center in Urbana, Illinois.

Jim was born July 30, 1934, in Reedsburg, Wisconsin, the son of Clarence and Clara (Zimmerman) Roloff and was married to Jeanette Elizabeth Schlutter on August 27, 1953.

Jim spent his entire career as a truck driver, which he...