Robert D. Davis, Sr.

Dec 13, 2025

Danville, IL – Robert D. Davis, Sr., 93, lifelong resident of Danville, IL passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at Brenden Gardens Retirement Community in Springfield, IL. He was born October 6, 1932, in Danville to Jay C. and Elcia L. (Stambaugh) Davis. He married his loving wife of 72 years, Mary Lou Barton, on May 29, 1953, in...

William "Bill" J. Unekis

Dec 13, 2025

Danville – William “Bill” J. Unekis, 73, of Danville, passed away at 9:15 AM on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at his home. He was born on September 20, 1952, in Danville to Michael Charles and Luella (Rhodenbaugh) Unekis. Bill married Lisa Jean Watson on November 23, 1991. She survives.

Also surviving are a daughter, Baylee (Zach) Carter of Covington, IN; four...

Gene Rinkel

Dec 12, 2025

Gene Keith Rinkel, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, accomplished scholar and lifelong learner, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2025 at the age of 96. He was born on February 27, 1929 in Farina, Illinois, the son of the late Walter and Jane Rinkel.

Gene was one of twelve children. He was preceded in death by Vera, Walter, Richard, Merle,...

Ruth Ann Earl

Dec 12, 2025

Danville – Ruth Ann Earl, 86, of Danville passed away at 6:48 AM on Friday, December 12, 2025, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana. She was born June 18, 1939, in Danville to Howard Louis and Sarah Fraulein (Nicholson) Krauel. She married Jack A. Earl on December 12, 1958, in Danville. He survives.

She is also survived by two daughters, Merrit...

Robert Lee Sinclair

Dec 11, 2025

Robert Lee Sinclair, 96, of Monticello, passed away on Friday, December 11, 2025, at Carle Foundation Hospital. He was born in Kinmundy, IL, on June 14, 1929, the son of Clyde and Mary Sinclair. On June 6, 1954, Bob married Marilyn Harris, and they spent 62 wonderful years together before her passing in 2016.

Bob is survived by his children, Laura...

Devin E. Belt

Dec 10, 2025

Devin E. Belt, 53, of Tolono, IL, born February 8, 1972, in Champaign, IL, suddenly entered into the presence of the Lord on December 10, 2025.

Devin was a wonderful man, a devout Christian, a devoted husband to his wife, Rhonda, and a loving father to his daughter, Elizabeth, son, Raylan, and step-daughter, Laela Zook.

He is also survived by his stepmother,...

Florence Lewis

Dec 8, 2025

Florence Lewis, 83, a vibrant spirit and beloved mother and grandmother, passed away on December 8, 2025, at Schneck Medical Center in Seymour, IN. Born on May 21, 1942, in Hamilton, Ohio, she lived a fulfilling life, never met a stranger, and known for her infectious energy and as the life of the party. Her family was her pride and...

Michael W. Miller

Dec 8, 2025

Bismarck – Michael W. Miller, 46, of Bismarck, passed away at 11:26 AM on Monday, December 8, 2025, at his home. He was born January 18, 1979, in Danville to William David and Shirley (Brewer) Miller. His mother survives.

Also surviving is a daughter, Summer (Skilar) Schroeder-Miller of Fairmount; two grandchildren, Maverick Schroeder and Lilah Cramer; four siblings, Sondra Billings, Lesley...

Dien Thi Phan

Dec 7, 2025

Dien Thi Phan, 67 of Champaign, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, December 7th, 2025.

Dien was born on July 26, 1958, in Vietnam to her parents, Phan Binh and Phan Thi Bo.

Dien is survived by her loving husband Quang Vu, her Daughters, Thuy, and Holly, Sons, Thanh

Son, Tim, and Phong. Her grandchildren: Camden, Brendan, Carson, Everly, London,...

Norman A. Towell

Dec 7, 2025

Danville – Norman A. Towell, 89, of Danville, passed away at 6:06 AM on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at Pleasant Meadows Senior Living in Chrisman, IL. He was born July 5, 1936, in Danville to Robert and Virginia (Taylor) Towell. He married Carolyn Downing on May 21, 1958, in Missouri. She survives.

Also surviving are a daughter, Jodie Towell of Danville,...