L. Wade Williams

L. Wade Williams, 55, of Knoxville passed away on July 28, 2017 at 3:16 P.M. at his home in rural Knoxville, Illinois.

He was born on February 3, 1962 in Harrison, Arkansas, the son of Larry W. and W. Lois (Ford) Williams. He attended and graduated from Knoxville High School in 1980. After high school, Wade began working at his family owned business, the former Protexall, Inc., finally becoming president. He attended Carl Sandburg College to obtain an Associate’s Degree in Graphic Design. He graduated in May of 2012 with high honors and received the Outstanding Graphic Design Professional Student Award. He was a member of Phi Theta Kappa. After college he worked for Knoxville School district in IT.

He met Janet K. Wilson on May 4, 1982 and they married on October 4, 1997 at their home in Knoxville.

Wade is survived by his wife; Janet of Knoxville, Illinois; his son, Corey Williams of Knoxville, Illinois; brother, Robby (Michelle) Williams of Knoxville, Illinois; family pet, Bandit; and many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles and special friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, parents and a brother; Danny Williams.

He enjoyed motorcycles, music and watching sports His favorite teams were Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Blues. He played guitar in local bands, opening for “Brother Cane” on December 12, 1995 and also “Cry of Love” on August 2, 1997 in Peoria, Illinois. He also enjoyed coaching little league, flag football, and basketball.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. on Wednesday, August 2, 2017 at the Hurd-Hendricks Funeral Homes & Crematory in Knoxville, Illinois. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, August 3, 2017 at the East Linwood Cemetery, Galesburg, Illinois, with Rev. Jeremie Kilgore officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family to be designated at a later date. Online condolences or expressions of sympathy can be made through www.hurd-hendricksfuneralhome.com.

Charles K. “Chuck” Eaves

Charles K. “Chuck” Eaves, 80, of Galesburg, died at 5:56 p.m. Sunday, July 30, 2017 in the Knox County Nursing Home.

He was born September 10, 1936, in Galesburg Cottage Hospital, the son of Leslie W. and Lorree M. (Peterson) Eaves. He married Lynda L. Cannon on November 2, 1960, in Galesburg.

He is survived by his wife of nearly 57 years, Lynda; two daughters, Pamela (and Kevin) Collins of Galesburg and Tammy Eaves of Kotzebue, Alaska; four grandchildren, Tiffanny Powell, Sara Nelson, Heidi Eaves, and Robert A. Fensterer; six great grandchildren; and a sister, Janice Powers of Pasadena, California. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Chuck was raised and educated in Galesburg, graduating from Galesburg High School in 1954. In his teens, he secured employment with Benner Tea Company. Over his 50 plus year career, he continued working for the grocery store through its changes to Giant Foods and finally Econo Foods. He worked every aspect of the business except for the meat department. He served a time as a manager. When he retired, he worked as pricing coordinator and in receiving.

Chuck was an avid bowler and golfer. He enjoyed playing with his great grandkids.

He served in the United States Army Reserves.

Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, August 3, 2017 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Graveside service will be 1 p.m. Friday at Oak Lawn Memorial Gardens with Deacon Michael Crummer officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Shriners Hospitals for Children, or the Alzheimer’s Association. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

Fern Joyce Turley

Fern Joyce Turley, 83, of Roseville, IL passed away Sunday July 30, 2017, 6:41 a.m. at the Roseville Nursing and Rehab Center, Roseville, IL.  She was born Sunday April 15, 1934 in Blue Earth County, MN, the daughter of Lewis H and Ruth B. (Tilton) Harris.  She married Lawrence Raymond Turley on December 10, 1953 Ray preceded her on September 20, 2015.

 

Those left to cherish her memory are three children Pamela (Greg) Livermore of Roseville, IL, David (Kendra) Turley of Vernon Hills, IL and Michael (Stephanie) Turley of Hamilton, MT; 10 grandchildren Nicholas (Melissa) Livermore, Nathaniel (Nicole) Livermore, Noah (Katina) Livermore, Abigail Turley, Benjamin Turley, Collin Turley, Ryan Turley, and Mathew (Brittany)Turley, Holly Turley, and Waylon Turley; 6 great grandchildren; two brothers Kenneth (Terri) Harris and Bill (JoAnne) Harris; two brother-in-law’s Bud (Donna) Turley and Harold Yeakey; several nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.

 

She worked for several area companies including Hicksgas where she retired from.  She was a member of the Roseville Christian Church.  She was an avid Cubs fan. 

 

Memorial Graveside service will be Saturday September 2, 2017, 10:00 a.m. at the Roseville Township Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to the Roseville Helping Hands Food pantry and/or the Roseville Kids Place.  Please sign the online guestbook at www.wisefamily-hooverhall.com.  Wise Family Funeral Home Roseville, IL is in charge of the arrangements.

Harold Eugene Nelson

Harold Eugene Nelson of Chatham, Illinois, formerly of Galesburg, Illinois died at 5:05 am Saturday, July 29, 2017 in Springfield, Illinois.

He was born September 21, 1921 in Ridgway, Pennsylvania, the son of H. Leonard and Amalia (Gellin) Nelson. He married Edith E. Almborg in Chicago, Illinois on November 15, 1952. She preceded him in death on May 4, 2017.

Harold is survived by daughters, Kathy (Van) Hankins of Waverly, Illinois, Linda (Gary) Galecki of Springfield, Illinois and Jennifer (Ken) Johnston of Indianapolis, Indiana; his sister, Janet (Olson) Ziegenfus of Bath, Pennsylvania; close nephew, John Bulger of Leominster, Massachusetts; seven grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. His brother, Howard, also preceded him in death.

Harold served in the US Navy for 3 years active duty stationed in the Pacific Theater during WWII as boilermaker technician 2nd class. He also served 5 years in US National Reserves.

Harold was a pastor for over 38 years, first serving with the Evangelical Covenant Church in parish ministry from 1956-1967 and later for the State of Illinois Mental Health as chaplain from 1967-1986. He was a visiting Pastor for the First Baptist Church, Galesburg, Illinois from 1986-1994.

He graduated from high school in Ridgway, Pennsylvania in 1939. He graduated from North Park Junior College in 1949, Houghton College, Houghton, New York in 1951 and North Park Seminary in 1956. Harold had served on the board and was past president for the Lincoln Rotary Club. He served several years on the Salvation Army Advisory Board in Lincoln. He was a past member of the Galesburg Rotary Club and the Galesburg Area Ministerial Association. Harold was a member of the Covenant Church.

Funeral services will be 11:00 am Tuesday, August 1, 2017 at the Covenant Church. Rev. Tom Ek and Rev. James Ecklund will officiate. Visitation will be from 10:00-11:00 am Tuesday at the Church. Burial will be in the East Linwood Cemetery in Galesburg with military honors. Memorials may be made to the Galesburg Covenant Church. Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel is handling arrangements for the family. Online condolences may be left at www.h-p-w.com.

Natividad Alegria “Nate” Esquivel, Sr.

Natividad Alegria “Nate” Esquivel, Sr., 78, Galesburg, died at 3:40 a.m. Thursday, July 27, 2017 in Marigold Health Care Center.

Nate was born July 15, 1939 in La Pryor, Texas, the son of Jesus and Olivia (Alegria) Esquivel. He married Maria Ortega on January 23, 1966.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Maria; two sons, Nate Esquivel Jr. of Wataga and Luz (and Felicia) Esquivel of Firestone, Colorado; three daughters, Ramona Whitson of Galesburg, Mary Jane Gutierrez (and her husband, Ron) of San Antonio, Texas and Margo (and Jeff) Thompson of Galesburg; eight grandchildren, Rosalio Gutierrez, Jr., Johnny Gutierrez, Adam Gutierrez, Nate Esquivel III (and Maddie Kenan), Cort Pickard, Gavin Thompson, Isabelle Esquivel, and Amber Esquivel; six great grandchildren, Johnathan Gutierrez, Kayla Gutierrez, Ethan Gutierrez, Gavin Gutierrez, Andrik Esquivel, and Izik Esquivel; and a sister, Dora Randell of Eagle Pass, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Jesse Esquivel; and two brothers.

Nate was raised in Eagle Pass, Texas and has lived in Galesburg for over 50 years. He worked as a laborer for the Maytag Corporation for 29 years, retiring in 2000. He is of the Catholic Faith. Nate enjoyed coin collecting and loved spending time with his grandchildren.

Cremation will be accorded. No visitation or service is planned. Memorial contributions in his name may be made to OSF Hospice. Hinchliff-Pearson-West Funeral Directors and Cremation Services of Galesburg is handling arrangements for the family. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

E. Dale Coleman

E. Dale Coleman, 88, of Oquawka, IL, formerly of Monmouth, passed away at 12:15 p.m., Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at Roseville Nursing and Rehab in Roseville, IL.

He was born on August 8, 1928 in Canton, IL, the son of Elva William and Geraldine (Hillman) Coleman.  Dale was raised and educated in Knox and Warren Counties, and attended Monmouth High School. 

Dale served in the Illinois Army National Guard from 1947-1949.

He married Shirley J. Boughton on January 29, 1949 in Missouri, she survives.

Dale was self-employed in the heating and plumbing business.  He first worked for Danforth Heating & Plumbing; he later started Coleman Heating and Plumbing in 1984, retiring in 1993.  Dale loved the outdoors, camping, fishing, and hunting.  He was the past president of Youngs Lake in Kirkwood, past president of Alegra Safari Camping Club Chapter 32; he loved traveling the United States with the camping club.  Dale was also a past member of the Monmouth Masonic Lodge, and past Scout Master of Troop 361.

Surviving Dale is his wife, Shirley Coleman of Oquawka, IL, his children; LaQuita Coleman Jones of Monmouth, Lynn (Sandi) Coleman of Kokomo, IN, Rhonda Coleman Munson of Bourbonnais, IL, Randall (Laura) Coleman of Tomball, TX.  Also surviving are fourteen grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, one sister, Betty Coleman Scott of Moline, IL and several nieces and nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters; Joyce Coleman, Joy Coleman, Norma Coleman Keever, one grandson, Thomas Jones, and one granddaughter, Annie Carter.

Funeral Services will be at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, July 30, 2017 at McGuire & Davies Funeral Home and Crematory, Monmouth.  Visitation will be prior to the service from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at the funeral home.  Memorials can be made to the Faith Bible Church in Oquawka. For more information or to leave an online condolence please visit, www.mcguireanddaviesfuneralhome.com   

 

James J. “Jay” Penn Sr

James J. “Jay” Penn Sr., 85, of rural Cameron, formerly of Berwick, Abingdon, Lake Warren, and Galesburg, passed away at 5:08 a.m. Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at Seminary Manor in Galesburg. 

  He was born June 16, 1932 in Pocahontas, Arkansas, the son of Jess and Gertha Williams Penn.  He married Lucille Anderson Taflinger on October 7, 1957. Together they raised five sons until their divorce in 1973.  Later, he married Barbara Jane Heagy Smith Irons on May 7, 1976 in Abingdon.  After nearly 40 years of marriage, she preceded him in death on March 22, 2016.  He was also preceded in death by his parents.

  Jay is survived by his children, Gary (Wanda) Penn of Cameron, James “Jim” Penn Jr. of East Galesburg, Willie (Terri) Penn of Monmouth, Donnie (Teressa) Taflinger of Abingdon, David (Linda) Taflinger of Kingwood, Texas, Jan (Brian) Helms of Monmouth, Jane Berg of Monmouth and Tom (Teresa) Irons of Abingdon; 18 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.   

  He attended Abingdon High School.  He was a Navy Veteran of the Korean War.  He worked at Rowe Manufacturing in Galesburg for 30 years.  He then worked for the Abingdon School District and later for the Abingdon Post Office, where he retired from.  He also served several years as the Veteran Assistance Liaison for Knox County at the Knox County Courthouse in Galesburg.  He was a lifetime member and past commander of the Harry E. Wiles American Legion Post #381 in Abingdon, a lifetime member of 40 & 8, past commander of the 15^th District of American Legions, and a member of the Monmouth VFW.  He enjoyed camping, traveling, mowing his yard and spending time with his family.

  Cremation will be accorded.  As Jay and Barb requested, their ashes will be commingled and buried together at a graveside service at 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 1, 2017 at the Abingdon Cemetery.  Bob Haynes will officiate.  Jay will also be honored with military rites.  Family and friends are invited to share in a celebration of life at the Abingdon American Legion following the graveside service.  Hinchliff-Pearson-West Abingdon Chapel is in charge of arrangements. 

  Memorials may be made to the American Legion Post #381.  Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

Kathleen “Katie” M. (Mattheson) Haptonstall

Kathleen “Katie” M. (Mattheson) Haptonstall, 43, of Monmouth, IL, passed away at 12:30 a.m., Saturday, July 22, 2017 at her home.

Cremation rites have been accorded.  No services are planned at this time.  Memorials can be made to the Kathleen Haptonstall Memorial Fund, C/O McGuire & Davies Funeral Home, PO Box 444, Monmouth, IL 61462.  For more information or to leave an online condolence please visit, www.mcguireanddaviesfuneralhome.com   

MonaRae Slominski

MonaRae Slominski, 28, of Galesburg, Illinois died at 11:00 am Sunday, July 23, 2017 in Chicago, Illinois

She was born August 19, 1988 in Saginaw, Michigan the daughter of Steven E. and Pamela L. Gillispie Slominski.

She is survived by her fiancé, Christopher Cole; her parents, Christopher A. and Pamela L. Simpson of Galesburg; her brother, Steven (Jenny) Slominski of Monmouth, Illinois and Christopher (Haley) Simpson of Galesburg; her sisters, Tiffany (Donnie) Farris and Tenille Simpson both of St. Charles, Missouri; special nieces and nephews, Brittany, Caiden, Ashton and Kaelyn and her step daughter, Anessa. She is preceded in death by her father, Steven Slominksi.

MonaRae had worked as a CNA for several years. She graduated from Galesburg High School in 2006. She had attended Carl Sandburg College. MonaRae loved shoes and was always laughing.

Funeral Services are scheduled for 10:00 am Sunday, July 30, 2017 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Mrs. Eleanor Landon will officiate. Visitation will be 2:00-4:00 pm Saturday, July 29, 2017 at the chapel. Cremation will follow services. Memorials may be made to the family to establish a memorial fund at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com

Bonnie L. Michael

Bonnie L. Michael, 73 of Abingdon, passed away at 10:10 a.m. Monday, July 24, 2017 at the Care Center of Abingdon. 

  She was born April 11, 1944 in Salem, Oregon, the daughter of William W. “Bill” and Dorothy A. “Dot” Darby Stohr.  She married H. Dominic Michael in 1990 at the First Lutheran Church in Galesburg.

  Bonnie is survived by her loving husband, H. Dominic Michael; three sons, Shawn Michael of Galesburg, Michael (Maria) Hurst of Peoria, and Nick Michael of Galesburg; 7 grandchildren, Alexis Hurst, Liam Hurst, Elena Hurst, Bennett Hurst, Mitchell Hurst, Elliot Hurst and Morgan Michael; one great grandchild, Wyatt Talley; one brother, Alan “Butch” Stohr of Cedar Falls, Iowa; A special niece and nephew, Tammy Uhlenhopp and Chad Stohr and their families; and two special friends who were like sisters to her, Sharon Shipplett of Abingdon and Lola Stohr of Parkersburg, Iowa.

  She was preceded in death by her parents and one son, William “Bill” T. Hurst.

  Bonnie grew up in the Charles City, Iowa area and graduated from Charles City High School in 1962, where she participated in the marching and concert bands.  She had lived most of her adult life in Abingdon.  She worked as a Pharmacy Tech at the Abingdon Pharmacy for 20 years.  She later worked as a dispatcher for the Abingdon Police Department and then at Maytag in Galesburg for 10 years, retiring in 2006.  She was a member of the First Lutheran Church in Galesburg and served on various church committees.  She was a member of the Abingdon Auxiliary Police and an avid supporter of ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals).

  Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 29, 2017 at the First Lutheran Church, 364 E. Waters St., in Galesburg.  Rev. Pamela Marolla will officiate.  Burial will be in the Abingdon Cemetery.  Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday at the Hinchliff-Pearson-West Abingdon Chapel.

  Memorials may be made to the First Lutheran Church. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

Rodney L. “Rod” McGraw

Rodney L. “Rod” McGraw, age 44, of Knoxville, Illinois died at 4:55 P.M. on Friday, July 21, 2017 at OSF St. Mary’s Medical Center in Galesburg, Illinois.

He was born on August 8, 1972 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Galesburg, Illinois the son of Danny and Delores “Dee” Tucker McGraw, Sr. He attended and graduated from Knoxville High School in 1991.

Surviving is his mother: Dee McGraw of Knoxville, Illinois; his siblings: Vickie (Craig) Lynch of Galesburg, Illinois, Danny (Bethany) McGraw of Knoxville, Illinois, and Travis Petty of Kentucky; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father.

He worked for Farmland in Monmouth, Illinois for several years.

He enjoyed playing video games and collecting dragons and swords.

A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, July 27, 2017 from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. at the Hurd-Hendricks Fellowship Center in Knoxville, Illinois. Memorials may be made to the family. Online condolences or expressions of sympathy can be made through www.hurd-hendricksfuneralhome.com. 

V. Jean Huntley

V. Jean Huntley, 87, of Galesburg, IL, passed away Friday July 21, 2017 at her home in Galesburg, IL.  She was born Thursday August 22, 1929 in Monmouth, IL the daughter of Ernest J. and Carrie E. (Huntley) Stevens.  She married Gilbert A. Saul on February 20, 1951, he preceded her in death on January 1, 1972.  She later married Clayton Huntley and he preceded her in 1994.

 

Those left to cherish her memory are her children Randy (Carol) Saul of Monmouth, IL, Linda (Gary) Warrington of Roseville, IL, Sandra (Joe) McKee of Alexis, IL, Kenny Saul of Roseville, IL, Rick (Annette) Saul of Galesburg, IL; 2 step sons  Chuck Huntley of Galesburg and Ed Huntley of FL, 15 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild.  She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, 7 sisters, 1 brother, 5 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

 

Jean was a member of the Greenbush Christian Church.  She enjoyed playing cards with her sisters.  She also enjoyed her many outings and especially her family.

 

Funeral service will be Tuesday July 25, 2017, 11:00 a.m.  at the Wise Family Funeral Home Roseville, IL.  Visitation will be Monday eve July 24, 2017 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the Wise Family Funeral Home Roseville, IL.  Burial will be in the Roseville Township Cemetery Roseville, IL.  Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer Association and/or Cancer Society.  Please sign the online guestbook at www.wisefamily-hooverhall.com.  Wise Family Funeral Home Roseville, IL is in charge of the arrangements. 

Harold E. “Shorty” Newell

Harold E. “Shorty” Newell, 90, of Peoria, formerly of Galesburg, died at 10:56 p.m. Tuesday, July 18, 2017 in Heartland Health Care Center in Peoria.

He was born July 4, 1927, in Chillicothe, Illinois, the son of John James and Edna Mae (Crotz) Newell. He married Dorothy Russell on May 31, 1955, in Corinth, Mississippi. She preceded him in death September 30, 2008.

He is survived by seven brothers and sisters, Dewey (Elaine) Newell of Metamora, Leonard (Julia) Newell of Kentucky, Ralph (Bea) Newell of Olin, Iowa, Lynn (Jim) Foster of East Peoria, and Kenneth (Donna) Newell, Barbara (Frank) James, and Alice Gengler, all of Chillicothe; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents and six brothers and sisters, Daniel, Everett, Richard, and Dale Newell, Doris Taylor, and Lorene Bailey.

Shorty worked at Admiral/Maytag Manufacturing Company for 31 years, retiring in 1989. He was a member of First Christian Church of Galesburg. Shorty was a tireless volunteer for Heartland Health Care Center in Galesburg for 10 years. He helped the residents, delivered mail, called Bingo, and manned the door. He was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan, but enjoyed the game so much, he would watch any televised game.

Shorty served in the United States Army for eight years, serving during both World War II and the Korean War. During World War II, he had the honor of chauffeuring Bob Hope. He was able to take the Honor Flight on June 13, 2017.

Shorty never met a stranger. He was loved not only by his family, but by all who met him. He was able to celebrate his 90^th birthday two weeks ago surrounded by his family.

Visitation will be 10 to 11 a.m. Monday, July 24, 2017 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. Burial with military honors will be in Oak Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

Mary Conover

Mary Conover, 95, of Overland Park, Kansas, formerly of Galesburg, died Saturday, July 15, 2017 in Bickford Place, Overland Park, Kansas.

Mary Conover was an amazing person. She devoted her life to her family and helping others. She was a devout Catholic and a member of many Galesburg parishes, most recently Corpus Christi. She had a wonderful sense of humor and quick smile. She had deep empathy for others and enjoyed many close friendships throughout her life. Mary enjoyed the company of dogs.  She was an adventuresome traveler sharing trips with family and friends that took her throughout the US, China, and back to her family roots in Ireland. Mary was an avid reader, seamstress and enjoyed knitting. She closely followed politics, sports and the news.

Born Mary Agnes Graves, she was raised in Galesburg and placed importance on integrity and education. A graduate of Knox College, Mary worked at the Galesburg Register-Mail prior to her marriage on January 30, 1945 to Robert James Conover. She had many roles in the Conover family business, the former Lucky Boy Bakery in Galesburg. Upon her husband’s death in 1963, and the closing of the bakery in the mi-60s, Mary taught school. Fondly known as “Mrs. C” to her students, she taught at Costa High School, and then at Galesburg Senior High School. After her teaching retirement, she enjoyed helping students as she worked the Knox College Library. Mary also volunteered at Galesburg FISH, and taught literary programs through Carl Sandburg College helping people earn their GEDs and prepare for life. She was a member of the Knox 50 year club, participated in a local investment club, and was known to share her quick wit and warmth to all.

She was preceded in death by her husband Bob (1963), eldest son James Conover (2000), his wife and her daughter- in- law- Eileen Conover (2014), and their son, her grandson, Chris Conover( 2015), her youngest son Thomas Conover (2000), her only brother and world traveling companion, Thomas Vernard Graves (2001), and her daughter-in-law Shirley Conover (wife of son Bob, 2017).

She is survived by eldest daughter Edie (husband David) Hansen of Webster City, IA, son Robert Conover of Coventry, RI, daughter-in-law Roberta Conover-Senecal of Salem, MA (wife of son Tom), daughter Ann Conover MD, of Leawood, KS and youngest daughter Pat Conover-Lox EdD (husband Charles) of Lubbock, TX. She was blessed to share time with her grandchildren John Hansen, Jill Hansen, and Julie (husband Tony) Conover Solliday – and great grandchildren Tony and Ava Solliday. She loved to hear the adventures from her brothers’ children, her nieces and nephews (Kathleen, Tom, Mary, and Chris).

Her wish for you is to remember Mary with many smiles.

Visitation will be 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, July 23, 2017 at Watson-Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory, Galesburg with the rosary being prayed at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Monday at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Galesburg. Rev. William T. Miller will officiate. Burial will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, please remember Mary through donations to the Galesburg City Library or Corpus Christi church. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.watsonthomas.com.

Sidney L. Allen

Sidney L. Allen, 81, of Prairie City, IL passed away at 1:25 AM Monday July 17, 2017 at McDonough District Hospital. He was born November 26, 1935 to Roy and Avery (Akers) Allen. He married Jean E. Howerter on August 26, 1977 in Bushnell, IL. She survives.
Also surviving are six children, Cindy (Randy) VanBrooker-Shepler of August, IL; Jerry Allen of Bushnell, IL; Greg (Susan) Allen of Huntley, IL; Teresa (Doug Huls) Statler of Basco, IL; Kevin (Julie) Allen of Forsyth, MO; Tammy (John) McCamant of Bushnell, IL; one step-son Keith (Jody) Douglass of East Galesburg, IL; seven siblings, Sandra Shipman of Dallas City, IL; Earl (Judy) Allen of Plymouth, IL; Larry Allen of Carthage, IL; Linda (Dale) Schamberger of Carthage, IL; Janie Crum of Carthage, IL; Cheryl (Wes) Shoemyer of Clarence, MO; Chris (Ronnie) Totten of Salisbury, NC.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Danny Allen.
After graduating from Plymouth High School Sidney set out on a 50 + year journey working, traveling and making his own path in the trucking industry. Sidney and his wife Jeanie working together owned and operated Allen’s Trucking for 35 years. After retiring from the trucking industry, he enjoyed working part time for Blout Farms.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Friday July 21, 2017 at the Corman Memorial Home in Avon. Where visitation will be Thursday July 20, 2017 from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Pastor Jim Eddy will officiate. Cremation Rites will follow services. Burial of ashes will be in Prairie City Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the Bushnell Patriot Flag Crew or to the Bushnell Rescue Squad. Please sign the guestbook and leave condolences at www.cormanmh.com

Mary Jean Pals Jones

Mary Jean Pals Jones, 95, formerly of Galesburg, passed away at 7:26 a.m. Sunday, July 16, 2017 in the Knox County Nursing Home in Knoxville.

She was born October 26, 1921, in Clarksville, Iowa, the daughter of Henry and Kathryn (Delong) Pals. She married Clark Jones of Berwick, Illinois on February 26, 1947, at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. He preceded her in death May 30, 1985.

She is survived by two daughters, Nancy Jones and LuAnn (and Carl) Johnson, both of Galesburg; two grandchildren, Eric Johnson and Alyssa Johnson, both of Galesburg; a great grandchild due in December; and several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Chester Pals; and two sisters, Leola Jacobs and Odis Riden.

Mary was raised and educated in Iowa, graduating from Allison High School in 1939. She attended Iowa State Teacher’s College, where she received a teaching certificate and taught for two years in rural Iowa schools. She then worked during World War II at Oliver Tractor Company. After her marriage, she moved to Illinois to farm with her husband. They retired in 1982.

Mary was a member of Berwick Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday school. They moved to the Galesburg area in 1965 and she became a member of First Baptist Church. She worked at Wolfsie’s, J.C. Penney, and Farm King.

Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Thursday, July 20, 2017 at the chapel with her nephew, Rev. Daryl Pals officiating. Burial will follow in East Linwood Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Baptist Women, the Milk Fund, or the Jack Larson Shoe Fund through the Galesburg Community Foundation. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

Margaret E. Cypert

Margaret E. Cypert, age 96, of Galesburg, Illinois died at 6:25 P.M. on Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at Knox County Nursing Home in Knoxville, Illinois.

Marge was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on May 22, 1921, and raised in Onida, South Dakota.  She was the oldest of six, she learned early on to provide and care for family.  Early jobs included working for the local drug store and the county court house.  She much preferred working outdoors than indoors and spent much time working in the fields with her father on the family farm. 

A strong patriot, she responded to the bombing of Pearl Harbor by learning to weld; she worked as a welder at the ship yards in Portland, Oregon to help rebuild our Navy.  After the war, she found her way to Denver, Colorado, working at Gates Rubber Company and eventually Wonder Bread Bakery, where she met J.W. Cypert.  They married and started a steady march eastward, expanding Wonder Bread’s territory.  After stops, in Sioux City, Des Moines, Ottumwa, and Davenport, Iowa, the family settled in Galesburg, Illinois in 1963.  In Galesburg, Marge worked at Gambles Furniture, then Leath Furniture, where she retired. 

She showered her grandchildren with love and humor.  It was a given, that Grandma would have a tea party any time the grandchildren came by.

Marge enjoyed her time outdoors, in her garden and tending to her flowers.  She was working in her flower garden when she passed.

Surviving are her children: Jerry (Laura) Cypert of Vero Beach, Florida, Joe (Kathy) Cypert of Oswego, Illinois, Jon (Dawn) Cypert of Galesburg Illinois; three grandchildren: Conrad Jacob “CJ” Cypert of Vero Beach, Florida, Samantha “Sam” Cypert of Galesburg, Illinois, Will Cypert of Galesburg Illinois; and one brother: Jerry Culey of Gillette, Wyoming.  She was preceded in death by her parents: Clarence and Helen (Tanner) Culey; two brothers: Robert and Donald; and two sisters: Colleen and Audrey.

Cremation rites will be accorded. There will be no services. Memorials may be made to Covenant Church for Bible Camp Scholarships.  Online condolences or expressions of sympathy can be made through www.hurd-hendricksfuneralhome.com. 

Hiroko K. "Julie" Kobeyashi Mettler

Hiroko K. "Julie" Kobeyashi Mettler, age 84, of Macomb, Illinois and formerly of Monmouth, Illinois; passed away at 5:50 pm on July 13, 2017 at the home of daughter, Mark and Donna McCaw in Macomb, Illinois. Hiroko was born on March 14, 1933 in Tokyo, Japan. She was raised in Tokyo and met her husband, Donald Eugene Mettler, Sr. in post-war Tokyo. Donald preceded her in death on June 1, 1997. Hiroko was a long-time employee of Western Stoneware. She also worked at Monmouth College. Her favorite past-time was family, Japanese food, and trips to the casino. Over the course of her married life, she resided at various military bases and ultimately resided in Donald's home town of Monmouth, IL. She is survived by her two daughters, Donna (Mark) McCaw of Macomb, IL and Sandi (Mike) Krechel of St. Louis, MO; three sons, Donald (Julie) Mettler, Jr. of Brookfield, WI, Fred (Paula) Mettler of Murfreesboro, TN, and John (Gena) Mettler of Monmouth, nine grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and her closest friend and Japanese sister, Mickey Adam of Monmouth.

A funeral service will be at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, July 20, 2017 at Turnbull Funeral Home in Monmouth with Rev. James Epperson officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:30 p.m. until time of service Thursday at the funeral home. Cremation will then be accorded. A memorial fund has been established for McDonough District Hospital Hospice. To leave a condolences or for more information please visit turnbullfuneralhomes.com.

Michelle J. “Shelley Jo” Williams

Michelle J. “Shelley Jo” Williams, 61, of Dubuque, Iowa, died unexpectedly at 12:05 p.m. Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at home.

She was born December 19, 1955, in Galesburg Cottage Hospital, the daughter of Charles Richard and Toni (Wilder) Williams Sr.

She is survived by her parents, Charles Richard Williams Sr. and Toni Hollowell, both of Galesburg, Illinois; her special son and dog, Midnight; five children, Francisco (Mychell) Zepeda of Galesburg, Shawna Williams and Shana Williams, both of Dubuque, Meisha Kimbrough Williams of Galesburg, and Dereka Williams of Dubuque; 15 grandchildren, Alex Bailey, Kristina Foust, Alia Kenner, Drake Collis, Malik Zepeda, Maya Zepeda, Zakai Williams, Latevia Williams, Harold Robinson, Tivon Robinson, Shai Jones, Latron Kimbrough, Onesty Tatum, Harmony Williams, and Eugene Williams; two great grandchildren, Peter Bailey and Paisley Collis; five brothers, Charles Richard Williams Jr. of Peoria, Tyrone A. Williams of East Galesburg, Cary D. (Shanel) Williams of Atlanta, Chuck (Kimberly) Adams of Aurora, and Chas (Elizabeth) Williams of Galesburg; three sisters, Sheila (Reginald) Williams-Edwards of Dubuque, Lisa Williams of Galesburg, and Sydney Williams of Chicago; numerous nieces and nephews; and special friends, Nikki Lewis, Janet Peyton, Velinda Washington, Anthony “Sugar Daddy” Williams, Andrew Dortch, and Algeron Scott. She was preceded in death by a brother, Scotty Hollowell on July 25, 2016 and a grandson, D’Shawn Williams on August 10, 2011.

Shelley was raised and educated in Galesburg, where she attended Galesburg High School and Carl Sandburg College. She worked for Hillcrest Family Services in Dubuque for 20 years before retiring. She was of Baptist faith.

Shelley enjoyed reading and travelling. She also had a fondness for purses and shoes, some would say a “problem”. Shelley was a cancer survivor.

Visitation will be noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, July 20, 2017 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. with Rev. Tyson Parks III officiating. Burial will be in East Linwood Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to The Hope House in Iowa City. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

Margaret A. Burke

Margaret A. Burke, 88, of Galesburg, Illinois died at 10:02 pm Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at OSF St. Mary Medical Center, Galesburg.

 

She was born February 26, 1929 in Chicago, Illinois the daughter of Elgin and Flora Belle Markley Everly. She married Robert L. “Stoney” Burke on May 29, 1947 in Macomb, Illinois. He preceded her in death on November 22, 2001.

 

She is survived by her three daughters, Linda (Roger) Lamm of Galesburg, Julie Burke of Galesburg and Karen Allen of Florida; five grandchildren, Melanie (and Tim) Hasbrook, Michael Day, Jessica Myers, and Tiffany Myers, ten great grandchildren, Haley, Alex and Cole Adams, Collin Hasbrook, Connor and Chloe Day, Ashlyn Myers and Abrielle, Alannah and Isiah Myers, a great-great granddaughter, Kynzley Adams and special family members, Tom and Sally Day and Cynthia Sullivan all of Galesburg.  She was preceded in death by her parents, a grandson, Robert Lee “Bobby” Myers and two great-grandchildren.

 

Margaret was a very active and social person.  She especially liked going to the games, recitals and concerts of her grandchildren and great grandchildren.  She enjoyed attending trips and activities at the Kensington, where she resided for the past two and a half years.  Margaret moved to Galesburg in 1950.  She and her husband farmed east of Knoxville for 14 years.  The lived in Knoxville for 24 years.  She worked for Admiral in Human Resources and Galesburg Midwest Credit Union for 30 years. She retired in 1988.  She later worked for Western Illinois Area Agency on Aging for 10 years.  She also worked for Four Seasons Clothing Store, Galesburg.  She graduated from Bushnell High School in 1946 and attended Lindonwood College in Missouri.  She served as officer at local and state level of International Administrative Assistant of Professional Secretaries.  Margaret was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Galesburg where she served on the Christian Education and Nurturing Committee and with the M.O.P.S., Mothers of Pre-Schoolers Organization.  She was a member of the American Legion Post #749 Auxiliary in Knoxville and the Moose Lodge # 880 in Galesburg.  She was an avid golfer, playing in leagues at Laurel Greens and Windmill Acres. 

 

Cremation will be accorded.  Visitation will be 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Saturday, July 22, 2017 at First Presbyterian Church, Galesburg.  A memorial service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at the church.  Rev. Shawn Smith will officiate.  Burial will be in Bushnell Cemetery, Bushnell, Illinois.  Memorials may be made to Knox County Habitat for Humanity or First Presbyterian Church.

Esther L. Folger

Esther L. Folger, 81, of Galesburg, Illinois died 5:28 p.m. Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at Heartland Health Care Center, Galesburg. 

 

She was born July 24, 1935 in Monmouth, Illinois to Earl and Estella A. Tarr Beckner.  She married Frank E. Crocker September 12, 1951 in Monmouth.  She later married Don D. Folger October 31, 1984 in Galesburg. 

 

Surviving is a daughter, Pamela (and Kevin) Webber of Galesburg, a brother, David (and Cheryl) Beckner of Tucson, Arizona, a sister, Nancy (and Jim) Ricketts of Monmouth, grandchildren, Noah Webber of Arvada, CO, Josh Webber of Galesburg, her Furbaby, Snoopie and many nieces and nephews.  She is preceded in death by her parents and a son Eugene R. Crocker. 

 

Esther was a homemaker.  She also worked for the former Belscott’s Department Store in Galesburg.  She enjoyed family, and her interests were angels, dogs, crossword puzzles, bunco and Christmas décor. She was a member of the Covenant Church in Galesburg and the Humane Society. 

 

Cremation will be accorded.  Visitation will be 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 22, 2017 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel.  A memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m.  Rev. Greg Dungey will officiate.  Burial will be in Warren County Memorial Park Cemetery, Monmouth. Memorials may be made to Knox County Humane Society or Diabetes Association.  Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

Anselma Martinez

Anselma Martinez, 93, of Monmouth, died at 1:20 a.m. Thursday, July 13, 2017 in the Knox County Nursing Home in Knoxville.

She was born June 26, 1924, in Lagos de Moreno, Jalisco, Mexico, the daughter of Juan and Victoria (Briones) Ibarra. She married Sabino Martinez in Jalisco. He preceded her in death January 12, 1961.

She is survived by five children, Toni (Karl) Mertz of Galesburg, John (Shirley) Martinez of Oquawka, Rose Miller of Galva, Imelda Allen of Galesburg, and Susie Martinez of Galesburg; many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren; and two sisters, Juana Artiaga of Monmouth and Maria Leal of El Paso, Texas. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Mary Cox on March 16, 2013; a sister, Lupe Alvarado; and an infant brother.

Anselma has worked since her father died when she was 12 by helping her mother support their small family. Anselma accepted her responsibility, after losing her husband, of putting her young children first and continued working at many places over the years while raising them. Most notably, she worked at Glastex Corporation in Monmouth and a variety of nursing homes, including Helen and Meads, where she was a cook. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Monmouth. Anselma had a green thumb and enjoyed gardening, nature, and being outdoors. She also loved to cook. Her greatest joy was her family and was happiest having them near her. She cared for her disabled daughter, Susie, for 57 years, until just recently. Anselma was a very kind hearted person who was willing to help anyone.

Graveside service will be 3 p.m. Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Monmouth. Deacon Michael Crummer will officiate. There will be no visitation. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Hinchliff-Pearson-West Funeral Directors of Galesburg is handling arrangements for the family. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

David M. Riley

David M. Riley, 53, of Galesburg, Illinois died at 10:25 pm Saturday, July 8, 2017 at his home.

 

He was born October 11, 1963the son of William Vaugh Riley, Jr. He married Tiffany Mahnesmith in Galesburg on April 18, 2009.

 

He is survived by his wife, Tiffany; his children, Adriana Stasia-Marie Branham, Naomi Ruthie-Rae and Isabella Tasha-Joy Riley all of Galesburg and his in-laws, Kenny and Angela Mahnesmith of Galesburg. He is preceded in death by his father.

 

David worked for Menards and the Galesburg Register Mail. He graduated from Galesburg High school in 1981. Dave loved spending time with his wife and children. They were his loves!!

 

Private family services will be held at a later date. Cremation to be accorded. Memorials may be made to the family for his children. Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com

 

David “Dave” Eugene Dickerson

David “Dave” Eugene Dickerson, 73 of Galesburg and formerly of Abingdon passed away at 12:40 p.m. Wednesday, July 12, 2017, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

 He was born November 29, 1943, in Galesburg, the son of Archie (Cody) and Gertrude Morse Dickerson.  He married Donna E. DeJaynes on May 29, 1965, in Abingdon.  She preceded him in death on June 27, 2008. They were happily married for 43 years.  He was also preceded in death by his parents, one infant daughter, Sandra Jean Dickerson, three brothers, twins John and James Dickerson, and Donald Dickerson, two sisters, Helen Letcho and Marie Palmer, his in-laws, William “Ted” and Patricia DeJaynes, his sisters-in-law, Debbie DeJaynes and Sandy Colwell and her husband LeRoy and an infant niece, Tedra Lynn Cottom.

 Dave is survived by two sons, David L. (Terri) Dickerson of Abingdon, and Ronnie (Victoria) Dickerson of Peoria; one daughter, Sherry (Chris) McIntyre of Galesburg; four grandchildren, Cody McIntyre, Taylor Dickerson. Bailey Dickerson and Kaylynn McIntyre; one brother, Robert Dickerson of Salem, Oregon; one brother-in-law, Snook (Donna) DeJaynes of Abingdon; one sister-in-law, Kathy (Daryl) Alderman of East Peoria; and several nephews and two special nieces, Sis McDorman and Heidi Drain and their families.  He also enjoyed the company of his two dogs, Bunny and Cookie.

 He attended Abingdon schools.  He was a Navy Veteran.  He had lived in Galesburg since 2002 and prior to that, he had lived in Abingdon most of his life.  He worked at Admiral/Maytag in Galesburg for over 35 years retiring in 2004.  He also did several home remodeling projects for his family members and friends.  He was a former member of First Assembly of God Church in Abingdon.  He enjoyed fishing trips to Wisconsin with the DeJaynes clan and spending time with his family and friends. Although his family and friends will desperately miss his smile and outgoing nature, they cannot help but be happy that he is now rejoining the love of his life Donna in heaven.

Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 17, 2017 at the Hinchliff-Pearson-West Abingdon Chapel. Rev. Victor Randle, Jr. will officiate. Burial in the Abingdon Cemetery with Military Rites by Harry E. Wiles American Legion Post #381 will follow the service. Visitation will be held from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday at the chapel.

Memorials may be made to the family. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

Lavona O. Walker

Lavona O. Walker age 90 of Macomb, IL formerly of Cuba, IL passed way at 11:51 A.M. Thursday July 13, 2017 at McDonough District Hospital in Macomb, IL.  She was born on August 5, 1926 in rural Avon, Fulton Co., Illinois to Charles Webster and Iness E. Howe Goodell.  She married Cloyde J. Walker on October 28, 1950 in Havana, IL and he preceded her in death on March 22, 1989.  Lavona is survived by one Daughter – Rebecca S. (Jack) Hart of Marietta, IL, 2 Grandchildren – Jessica and Jennifer Hart and numerous Nieces and Nephews.  She was also preceded in death by her Parents, 1 Brother, and 2 Sisters. 

Lavona was a member of the Point Pleasant United Methodist Church.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday July 17, 2017 at the Martin-Hollis Funeral Home in Bushnell, IL, with visitation being held 1 hour prior to the time of services at the Funeral Home.  Burial will be in the Cuba Cemetery.  The family requests that in lieu of flowers memorials be made to the Point Pleasant United Methodist Church.  Please sign the guestbook or leave condolences at www.martinhollisfh.com.   

Doris Dean Keever

Doris Dean Keever, age 88, of Oquawka, Illinois, passed away at 11:40 P.M. on Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at the Great River Hospice House in West Burlington, Iowa. She was born on June 18, 1929 in Biggsville Township, Illinois, the daughter of Arthur B. and Clara L. (Renner) Montroy. Doris was raised in that area and attended Media High School. On January 28, 1947, she married Robert V. Keever and he preceded her in death on April 21, 2005. She was employed at Selby's Poultry, Lehigh Leopold in Burlington, and lastly, at Pearl Optical. She was a homemaker. Doris was a member of the FOE Auxiliary #3629, VFW Auxiliary #2301, and a longtime member of the Oquawka United Methodist Church. She enjoyed gardening, flower gardening, crocheting, traveling, woodcrafts, and remodeling houses. Doris is survived by two daughters; Patricia K. (Dean) Bundy of Gladstone, IL and Betty J. (Earnie) Waterman of Stronghurst, IL, one son, Robert D. (Linda) Keever of Eagle Rock, MO, one sister, Garnett Pirtle of Oquawka, IL, two brothers, James Montroy of Monmouth, IL and Tom Montroy of McRae, AR. There are thirteen grandchildren and twenty-four great-grandchildren also surviving. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter Beverly Jane Langhover, and brother Chuck Montroy.

A funeral service is planned for 10:30 A.M. on Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at the Turnbull Funeral Home on Oquawka, Illinois. Her family will be present to receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will be in Walnut Grove Cemetery in Media, Illinois. A memorial fund is being established for the Great River Hospice House in West Burlington, Iowa. For more information, or to leave a condolence, please visit www.turnbullfuneralhomes.com.

Robert L. Campbell

Robert L. Campbell age 72 of Bushnell, IL passed away at 7:46 P.M. Tuesday July 11, 2017 at McDonough District Hospital Emergency Room.  He was born on October 27, 1944 in Bushnell, IL to Hollis W. and Dorothy Campbell.  He married Shirley Kingsbury in Genoa, IL on October 30, 1965.  Bob is survived by his wife Shirley of Bushnell, IL, 2 Sons – Shawn (Lisa) Campbell of Oshkosh, WI, and Shane Campbell of Bushnell, IL, 4 Grandchildren – Dylan and Alec Campbell, Taylor Birdsell and Shana Campbell.  He is also survived by 1 Brother and 1 Sister – Hollis (Virginia) Campbell of Macomb, IL, and Judy Yaste of Bushnell, IL and several Nieces and Nephews.  He was preceded in death by his Parents and 2 infant sisters. 

Bob was an Illinois State Trooper for a few years, and he later retired from Pioneer Hybrid in June of 2006.  He lived most of his life in Bushnell, IL. 

Cremation Rites have been accorded and there will be a celebration of his life on Saturday July 15, 2017 starting at 3:00 P.M. at his residence in Bushnell, IL.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Bushnell V.F.W.  Martin-Hollis Funeral Home in Bushnell, IL is in charge of arrangements.  Please sign the guestbook or leave condolences at www.martinhollisfh.com.

Nicholas Daniel Ferguson

Nicholas Daniel Ferguson, age 32, of 1220 E. Boston Ave., Monmouth, IL passed away at 1:35 am on Tuesday, July 11, 2017 at his mother's home in Pontoosuc, IL. Nicholas was born on May 29, 1985 in Monmouth, IL to Susan M. Ludington Phillips and Ronny L. Ferguson. He was raised in Dallas City, IL where he attended school and graduated from Carthage High School with the class of 2006. Nicholas first worked at the Ben Franklin Store in Carthage as a stock clerk and as a custodian. Then he was employed for many years by Warren Achievement Center in Monmouth in the wood shop, where he also attended classes. Nicholas was always active in Special Olympics, in both Warren Co. and Hancock Co., where he won numerous medals and awards in various events. Nicholas was an avid Chicago Cubs Fan.

Nicholas is survived by his mother Susan Ludington Phillips of Pontoosuc, IL, his father Ronny (Laurie) Ferguson of Gladstone, IL. He leaves behind his sister, Jamie Lea Ferguson of LaHarpe, IL, brother Erik (JoAnna) Ferguson of Monmouth, IL, their children Ethan, Grace, and Max Ferguson, brother Kyle (Jenna) Ferguson of James Town, SC and their daughter Greta. He is survived by his paternal grandmother Donna Ferguson of Biggsville, IL and his maternal grandmother Becky Ludington of Stronghurst, IL. Nicholas is also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Max Ferguson, Ralph Ludington, Evelyn Meade and by his aunt Valerie Ludington Tutwiler.

His family will have a visitation from 9:00 - 11:00 am on Monday, July 17, 2017 at the Biggsville United Methodist Church, followed by a Celebration of Life at 11 am. In honor of Nicholas, casual Chicago Cubs attire is requested. The family is planning a fellowship luncheon at the Church following the service. Cremation will then be accorded. A memorial fund is being established for Warren Achievement Center in Monmouth, IL. To leave condolences or for more information please visit www.turnbullfuneralhomes.com.