Jan 4, 2025

Kevin W. Martindale of Urbana, Il. passed away January 4th, 2025 in St. Louis, Mo.

He was born August 11, 1950 to Kenneth and Ruth Clark Martindale. Kevin married Marlene Plutchak in 1972. They were married for 36 years and enjoyed a rich life in Urbana with good friends and many activities, family visits, and road trips...

Jan 3, 2025

Gerald “Jerry” R. Block, 86, of Danville passed away at 9:05 PM on January 3, 2025 at Accolade Healthcare in Danville, IL. 

Jerry was born on June 17, 1938 the son of Raymond and Camille (Trotter) Block in Sidney, IL. He was formerly married to Judy Laird on March 25, 1966. 

Survivors include his daughter, Leisa (Tom) Nimrick of Richmond, KY, four...

Jan 2, 2025

Charles R. “Buddy” Landers, 62 of Danville, Illinois passed away on January 2, 2025.

Buddy was born on August 6, 1962 in Decatur, Illinois to Charles and Rosalie Landers.  

Buddy was a 1980 graduate of Danville High School. He was previously employed by Eagles Foods, Office Max, MSI Foods and was currently employed at B&B Foods. Being employed in Sales throughout...

2025

Betty Gilbert Hugnstrom, 92, of Gifford, IL passed away onthe morning of Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at Accolade Senior Living, Paxton, IL. She was born January 1933 in Clay County, IL, a daughter of Thomas and Blanche (Gill) Gillbert. She is survived by 5 daughters, Nancy (Keith) Dagley of Norris City, IL; Debby (Russ) Fletcher of FL; Patty Henry...

Jan 1, 2025

Dalton Wylde, 28, of Westville, Illinois, passed away at his home in Georgetown, Illinois, on Wednesday January 1, 2025. Dalton was born on December 22, 1996, in Danville, Illinois, the son of Lori Wylde. 

Dalton leaves behind his mom Lori, his two girls, his girlfriend Madison Wheeler, brother’s Aaron (Stacy) Reik, Brandon and Evan Wylde, his nephews Chance Sutton and Brantlee...

Jan 1, 2025

 

Patsy Jones 88, of Champaign, IL. passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL. 

She was born on February 15, 1936, in Olney, IL. the daughter of Lawrence and Gladys Bateman. They preceded her in death. 

Patsy is survived by her husband, Bob, her sister, Sheri (Jerry) Vandergriff, children; Jill (Robert) Hasty, Amy Kappesser, grandchildren; Katherine...

Dec 31, 2024

Louise Trusler, 94, of Danville, IL passed away on December 31, 2024 at Accolade Healthcare of Danville, IL.

Louise was born on June 3, 1930 the daughter of Frank and Nettie Jones in Rison, AR. She married Eddie Trusler on June 1, 1948 and he preceded her in death.

Survivors include her children, Eddie Wayne Trusler, Patty Miller and Shirley (Ed) Dreher,...

Dec 31, 2024

Barbara Jean Davis, 88, of Danville, Illinois, passed away on December 31, 2024. She was born July 11, 1936, in Danville, Illinois to the late Harry and Ruby Sales.

Barbara is survived by her daughter Twila Weathers, Grandchildren Vanessa Moody, Anthony Weathers, Seth Moody, Kyle (Emily) Weathers, Anieka (Davion) Carter, and Aniesha Walker, along with many great-grandchildren.

She was proceeded in death...

Dec 31, 2024

Larry Eugene Jefferson, 74, was born May 16, 1950. Larry resided at the Mattoon Rehabilitation and Health Care Center at the time of death. He was born in Clarksdale, Mississippi to Willie and Annie Mae Jefferson. Larry was born with many challenges, but by the Grace of God, he overcame them all. He was raised and resided in South Bend,...

Dec 30, 2024

Bruce Brutcher, 72, of Rantoul passed away at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana, IL on Monday, December 30, 2024. Bruce was born November 30, 1952 to Robert and Mary Christine Brutcher of Princeton, Illinois.  Later in life relocating to Rantoul for his United States Air Force Career.  He dedicated his life and served his country for 30 years and retired...