Diana "Dee" Parkin
Nov 1, 2025
Diana “Dee” S. Parkin, 74, of Urbana, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at her home. She was born on September 16, 1951, in Charleston, IL, the daughter of Jerry E. and Lillie Mae (Hall) Taylor. Dee married Jeffery J. Parkin on August 12, 1985; he survives.
Dee is also survived by her grandchildren, Ashley (Matt) Hutchinson, Dillon Kielhorn, and...
Burgess Earl Williams
Nov 1, 2025
Burgess Earl Williams was born on June 16, 1931 in Greenwood, West Virginia the son of Ernest E. and Pauline (Batton) Williams. He married Lucy Jane Barker on May 1, 1954 in Winchester, VA.
Survivors include his wife, Lucy Jane Williams of Danville, IL, three children, Bruce Earl Williams (Dorothee Heine-Williams) of Kronberg, Germany, Linda Williams Snyder (Mike) of Avon, IN,...
Malia Love Parker
Oct 30, 2025
Malia Love Parker, a bright and talented young soul, left this world on October 30, 2025, at the age of five. Born on April 12, 2020, in Champaign, Malia brought joy and light to everyone she encountered. Her sweet, comforting, and compassionate nature made her a beloved presence in the lives of her family and friends.
She attended kindergarten at Kenwood...
Ina Funkhouser
Oct 30, 2025
Ina Laree Funkhouser, a long-time resident of Rantoul, passed away at her daughter’s home in Scottsdale, AZ, on October 30, 2025, at the age of 96.
Ina was born in Forest, IL, on September 15, 1929. She was raised and supported mainly by her mother, Grace Davis Rasner Anderson. They lived in a series of homes in and around Champaign, IL....
James "Jim" C. Williams
Oct 29, 2025
Danville – James “Jim” C. Williams, 90, of West Lafayette, IN, formerly a long-time resident of Danville, IL, passed away at 5:45 AM on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at Westminster Village of West Lafayette, IN. He was born on July 17, 1935, in Paris, IL to Leon and Thelma (Baker) Williams. He married Roberta E. Nay on November 24, 1979,...
Constance Almy
Oct 29, 2025
Constance “Connie” Jean (Borsom) Almy, born October 13, 1947, passed away at home October 29, 2025. She was 78 years old. Connie was born in Hinsdale, IL, the daughter of Charles Hugh Borsom and Mollie (Everhard) Borsom. She was the older sister of 3 brothers.
Connie is survived by her husband David; her daughters Heather of Woodstock, IL, Heidi (Mike Goetting)...
Fred G. Lloyd
Oct 29, 2025
Fred G. Lloyd was born November 3rd, 1940 to Paul Nolan and Eva Nelle (Huffman) Lloyd in Anderson, Indiana. The second of three sons, Fred grew up on a farm near Lapel, Indiana, where he learned a great deal about livestock and agriculture. After graduating from Highland High School in Anderson, he attended Purdue University and studied animal science. It...
George Vredenburgh
Oct 28, 2025
George Vredenburgh, 96, beloved husband, father, and grandparent, peacefully departed this life in his sleep on October 28,2025, at Fountain Springs Assisted Living Facility. Born on October 5, 1929, in Danville, Illinois, George lived a life filled with warmth and kindness, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication,
George proudly served in the United States Army serving in Japan during...
Herman Rex Cobble II
Oct 28, 2025
Herman Rex Cobble II, affectionately known as Rex, of Olivet, Illinois, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025, with his family by his side. Born on November 18, 1961, in Danville, Illinois, Rex spent his early years cultivating a love for life that resonated through his diverse interests and engaging personality.
Rex graduated from Westville High School in 1980 and went...