Stephen Arthur Tallman
Jun 14, 2025
Stephen Arthur Tallman, 74, of Danville, IL passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2025.
Stephen was born on April 2, 1951 in Danville, the son of Arthur E. and Vera M. (Chandler) Tallman. He married Barbara Sue Sturgeon on November 7, 1970, in Danville, IL.
Stephen is preceded in death by his parents and one son, Matthew Stephen Tallman.
Survivors include his wife,...
Curtis Stanley Mettam
Jun 14, 2025
Curtis Stanley Mettam, 91, of Danville, passed away on June 14, 2025.
Born on March 30, 1934, in Chicago to Henry Clay and Martha Elise (DeMinck) Mettam, Curt married Nancy Elizabeth Widdis on May 30, 1954 at St. Paul’s Church; Nancy preceded him in death on Sept. 3, 2009.
He was also preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Kenneth...
John D. Lafond
Jun 13, 2025
John David Lafond passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025 in Urbana, Illinois, surrounded by family. John lived a compassionate and spiritual life focusing on service to others, leavened with creativity and humor. All of the people whose lives he touched will remember him as a truly unique individual with a generous heart. John was born on December 30, 1959...
James David Moore
Jun 13, 2025
James David Moore,82, affectionately known as "Jim," passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on June 13, 2025. Born on June 6, 1943, in Wiville, Arkansas, Jim lived a life filled with dedication and passion, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.
In his professional life, Jim was a devoted forklift operator for General Motors, a role...
Robert E. Mathis
Jun 11, 2025
Robert E. Mathis, 91, of Danville, IL passed away at 11:25 AM on June 11, 2025 at Goldwater Care in Danville, IL.
Robert was born on January 27, 1934 in St Louis, MO the son of Elmer Lee and Veronica (Landrum) Mathis. He married Nedra A. Bryson on June 30, 1956 in St Louis, MO and she preceded him in death...
Jane Erwin
Jun 11, 2025
Jane E. Erwin, 79, formerly of Ridge Farm, Illinois, passed away at 10:48 a.m. on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at Twin Lakes Extended Care in Paris, Illinois.
Jane was born March 14, 1946, in Watseka, Illinois, the only daughter of the late George “Clyde” Harris of Greencastle, Indiana and the late Genevieve (Grisham) Harris of Paris, Illinois. Jane grew up in...
Douglas "Doug" Wayne Wendt
Jun 10, 2025
Douglas Wayne Wendt, 65, of Casselberry, FL (formerly of Danville, IL), passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, in Orlando, FL.
Doug was born on July 10, 1959, the son of Howard Carl and Juanita (Whisler) Wendt in Danville, IL.
Doug is survived by his mother, Juanita Whisler Wendt of Danville, IL; his brother Alan (Christina) Wendt of Champaign, IL; his nephews,...
Stella McKennon
Jun 10, 2025
Stella McKennon,71, a cherished nurse and beloved member of her family, passed away on June 10, 2025, in Paris, Illinois, following a short stay at the local hospital. Born on March 21, 1954, in Tamaroa, Illinois, Stella lived a life of dedicated service, compassion, and familial love.
With a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, Stella devoted over 40 years to her...
Deota Gerling
Jun 9, 2025
Deota Gerling, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, left this world on June 9, 2025, at the age of 98, peacefully at her home in Covington, Indiana, surrounded by her loving family. Born on November 5, 1926, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Deota's life was marked by an enduring commitment to her family, her career in bank administration, and a deep...
Yvonne Wiesner
Jun 9, 2025
Yvonne Wiesner left this world peacefully at her home in Penfield, on June 9, 2025, one day after her 81st birthday. She was born on June 8, 1944, in Cologne, Germany.
A woman of great spirit and enthusiasm, Yvonne found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She was a fan of Bingo and delighted in playing slots, often sharing these moments with...