Iris Martin
Jan 12, 2026
Iris Martin, 93, of Catlin, passed away at 4:10 PM on January 12, 2026 at Hawthorne Inn in Danville, IL.
Iris was born at the home of her grandmother, Olive Switzer, on June 14, 1932, the daughter of Edward and Goldie (Switzer) Collom in Eugene, IN. She married Gene Martin on January 27, 1961 at the Methodist Church parsonage in Catlin,...
Rebecca Bowman
Jan 11, 2026
Rebecca J. Bowman, 70, passed away on January 11, 2026, at her home in Perrysville. She was born on October 24, 1955, in Crawfordsville, Indiana to Robert “Bob” and Barbara (Sloan) Janeway. They both preceded her in death. Becky married the love of her life, Michael Bowman, on June 2, 1973, and the two shared 53 years of memories before...
William "Bill" Eskew
Jan 10, 2026
William “Bill” E. Eskew, age 82, of Covington, Indiana, formerly of Yorkville, Illinois, passed away on January 10, 2026.
Bill was the beloved husband of Helena Eskew, with whom he shared 33 years of marriage. He was a devoted father to Randy (Debbie) Eskew, Tammy (Brian) Becker, Robin (Tanya) Eskew, and a loving stepfather to Nichole (Matthew) Wallace, Andrew (Krista) Ray,...
James "Jim" Perry
Jan 10, 2026
James "Jim" Perry, a devoted family man and a retired employee of Kraft Foods, passed away suddenly on January 10, 2026, in Urbana, Illinois. Born on July 24, 1957, in Crawfordsville, Indiana, Jim was known for his very social personality, which endeared him to many throughout his life.
Jim cherished his role as a husband, father, and grandfather. He was married...
Cynthia Kay Katavich
Jan 10, 2026
Cynthia Kay Katavich, 76, of Georgetown passed away peacefully on January 10, 2026 at Goldwater Care in Danville. She was born on August 26, 1949 in Danville, Illinois the daughter of William Joseph “Joe” and Jennie {Boen} Lewis. Cindy was a proud graduate of Georgetown High School. She married the love of her life, Joseph “Joe” Katavich, on January 27,...
Gary "Dean" Rosenbeck
Jan 9, 2026
Gary "Dean" Rosenbeck II passed suddenly on January 9, 2026, in Rantoul. Born on May 14, 1985, in Urbana, Dean touched the lives of many with his warmth and genuine nature and unforgettable smile.
Dean was a passionate Green Bay Packers fan; his love for the game was just one of the many ways he shared his vibrant personality with those...
Jane M. Williams
Jan 9, 2026
Jane Miriam Williams, 75, of Urbana, passed away on Friday, January 9, 2026, in Tuscola, IL. She was born in Crickhowell, Wales, on March 27, 1950, the daughter of William P. and Johana L. (Schuyten) Williams.
Jane is survived by her loving husband, Thomas Edward Betz of Urbana, IL; children, Emily Jane Betz of Chicago, IL, and Adam Thomas Betz of...
Kenneth "Ken" W. Hill
Jan 8, 2026
Kenneth “Ken” W. Hill, 75, of Oakwood, IL passed away at 5:34 PM on January 8, 2026 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL.
Ken was born on January 3, 1951 the son of Eugene and Marie (Sumann) Hill in Chicago, IL. He married Karen Jett on July 20, 1971 in Danville, IL and she preceded him in death on December...
Kenneth Tuggle
Jan 8, 2026
Kenneth Tuggle, 82, passed peacefully on January 8, 2026. He was born on August 11, 1943, as the youngest son of James and Mary Lometa (Tillotson) Tuggle.
Kenny graduated from Covington High School, class of 1961. After serving in the US Navy, Kenny returned to Covington where he met his best friend and the love of his life, Sandy (Roderick) Tuggle....
Martha E. Croucher
Jan 6, 2026
Chrisman - Martha Ellen Croucher passed this world to her heavenly reward on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 4:30 PM at Pleasant Meadows Senior Living in Chrisman, Illinois. She was 99-years-old but in her heart she would tell you she was 100-years-old. That was a big accomplishment for her.
Martha was born August 27, 1926 in Kokomo, Indiana. Her parents were...