All Obituaries

Sharon K. Hicks, 78, of Tremont, passed away Monday, June 8, 2026 at the home of her son in Pekin. She was born June 14, 1947 in Barnett, MO to Lloyd and Lena McDow Kays.  She married Luther Hicks on December 27, 1967 in Eldon, MO and he passed away June 17, 2008. Surviving are her son, Travis J. Hicks of Pekin; three grandchildren, Landon Michael DeFoer of Iowa City, Kaydence Parker Hicks of Pekin, and Daine Hunter Hicks of Brimfield; one great grandson, Hunter Alan Hicks; one ...

Robert Nathan Pratt, 92, of Armington, Illinois, passed away peacefully at his home on June 6, 2026. Bob was born March 2, 1934, in Bloomington, Illinois, to Robert James and Mary Louise (Darnell) Pratt. He married Sharon Saathoff on August 16, 1959, and she survives. Also surviving are his children, Vivian (John) Pratt Anderson, Robert (Ellen) Pratt, and Kay (James) Pratt Tapscott; grandchildren Jessica (David) Murphy, Rachel Jennings, Nathan Pratt Jennings, Robert William Pratt, Rebecca ...

Duane “Appy” A. Appenzeller, 81, of Delavan, passed away on June 5, 2026, after a courageous battle with Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS). Born on May 26, 1945, in rural Delavan to Arthur and Emma Appenzeller, Duane graduated from Delavan High School in 1963 and proudly served in the United States Army from 1966 to 1968. Following his military service, Duane held a variety of jobs before taking over the family farm in 1971. Farming was more than a livelihood for Duane, it was a ...

Timothy “Tim” S. Defebaugh, 51, of Mackinaw, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at his home. He was born on April 8, 1975, to Gerald “Jerry” and Rhonda (Chase) Defebaugh, she survives. He married Jennifer Brummitt on March 21, 2003, on the island of Antigua, in the Caribbean. She survives as well. Also surviving are his brother; DJ (Patty) Robinson, brothers-in-law; Billy (Diane) Brummitt, Jim (Rebecca) Brummitt, cousins who were raised like brothers; Josh, ...

Nola Gardner, 86, of Pekin, passed away at 6:50 a.m. Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at her residence. She was born September 2, 1939 in Peoria to Glen and Hazel Bennett Slack. She married the love of her life, Terry L Gardner April 12, 1958 in Tremont.  He preceded her in death on September 6, 1998. Also preceding her in death were one brother, Donald Slack and one sister Betty Zeller. Surviving are two sons, James A. (Toby) Gardner of Pekin and Stephen L. (Vicky) Gardner of ...

Shirley M. Cooper, 88, of Morton, IL, passed away Monday, June 1, 2026, at Apostolic Christian Restmor Home in Morton. Shirley was born on February 20, 1938, in Pekin to Everett and Freda Mundon Hancock Sr. She married Arley E. Cooper on December 24, 1956, in Port Byron, IL. She is survived by her two sons, Michael (Cindy) Cooper of Mapleton and Sam (Tanya) Cooper of Morton; seven grandchildren, Everett (Tammy) Cooper, Matthew Cooper, Dr. Tyler (Dr. Lauren Sesemann) Cooper, Sydney (Michael) ...

Terry L. Miller, 71, of Mackinaw passed away at 4:30 a.m. Monday, June 1, 2026, at Hopedale Nursing Center in Hopedale, IL. Born December 28, 1954, in Wellsville, Missouri, he was a son of Floyd “Bing” and Rosie Perkins Miller.  Terry married Deena Kay Patterson May 8, 1982, in Bloomington, Illinois.  She survives.  Survivors also include his son, Anthony (Sonya) Patterson of Morristown, Tennessee; his stepson, Wesley Ramey of Clinton, Illinois; his ...

Jeffrey Warren Foster, 62, of Armington, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2026 in Mackinaw. He was born October 1, 1963 in Springfield to John M. and Barbara A. Smith Foster.  He was united in marriage to Brandy Johnson in Armington. Surviving are his wife, Brandy; his parents, John and Barb Foster of Minier; four children, Alexanda Foster of Normal, Joseph Sarver of Atlanta, Matthew (Jayden) of Armington, and Stephanie Foster of Atlanta; one grandchild due to arrive in December; one ...

Clarence David Capps, 80, passed peacefully at Timbercreek Nursing Home in Pekin, IL at 11:15am May 7th, 2026.  Dave was born to Clarence Capps and Georgia Louise King on September 2nd, 1949, in Pekin, IL.  He was preceded in death by his parents; one infant brother Wesley Dean Capps, and one son John Miller.  Surviving are his children Jeremy (Shawn) Capps of Pekin, Georgia Utech of Tremont, and  David Capps of Pekin; Grandchildren Alisha (Sean) Stolz, Kiley Utech, CJ ...

Larry Gene Urish, 84, of Tremont passed away May 27, 2026 at Apostolic Christian Restmor in Morton.  Born in Pekin, IL September 28, 1941 to John and Velma May Conley Urish.  He married Wanda L. Davison Urish October 10, 1976 and she passed away in 2018.  Larry is survived by his sister Linda (Jim) Remus.   Larry served in the US Navy for four years.  After leaving the Navy Larry spent many years working at Cat and then spent 20 years working for IL Mutual ...

Richard L. Williams, 73, of Normal, IL passed away May 14, 2026, at the McLean County Nursing Home.  He was born July 8, 1952, in Peoria, IL to Clifford and Georgia White Williams.  Surviving him is one son Jeremy (Shanna North) Williams of Clinton; three grandchildren Piper Williams of Bloomington and, Zayne and Ryder Williams of Mackinaw; two great grandchildren Autumn Brown and Isaiah Williams; one sister Debbie Bell of Mackinaw; and his dear friend and companion Cheryl ...

Ronald H. Compton, 90, of Mackinaw, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at Timbercreek Rehab and Health Care Center in Pekin. He was born May 9, 1936 to Howard L. and Edna Hays Compton. He married Mary Foster on Valentines Day in 1960 and she passed away March 31, 2014. Surviving are three daughters, Julie (Roger) Owens of Decatur, Joanie (Jim) Schertz of Washington, and Jill (Brian) Hild of Tremont; six grandchildren, Brady, Jamie, and Jacie Hild, Jonathon and Jordan Schertz, and Keith ...

Henry “Hank” G. Heren III passed peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on 24 May 2026. Hank proudly served his nation in both the United States Air Force and the Air National Guard. Following his military service, he dedicated many years to the United States Postal Service, where he served in multiple leadership positions, including several appointments as Postmaster. He was respected not only for his professionalism and work ethic, but also for the kindness, terrific sense ...

Robert “Bob” Byron Notter, Jr of Mackinaw, Illinois, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on May 19, 2026.  Born August 28, 1942, Bob grew up on the South side of Chicago. Bob was the son of Robert, Sr and Agnes Sheehan, both of whom proceeded him in death.  He was a graduate of Mendel Catholic High School.  He served in the United States Navy from 1966-1970 On July 17, 1971, Bob married the love of his life, Joan Connolly.  They shared nearly 55 ...

Joyce Annette “Annette” Hinman, 64, of Rincon, Georgia, formerly of Tremont, Illinois, entered peacefully into the arms of Jesus on May 17, 2026, after a courageous battle with colon cancer, surrounded by the love of her family. Annette was born on April 30, 1962, in Pekin, Illinois, to James Willard and Wilma Jean Hudson. She married the love of her life, Richard Michael Hinman, after knowing him for just three months and ten days. Proof that sometimes you really do know when ...

Kenneth “Lee” Smith, 88, of Mackinaw, Illinois, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on May 12, 2026. Born on November 4, 1937, Lee grew up in Lily, Illinois, and lived a life rooted in faith, family, service, and community. Lee was the son of Walter and Eileen Hay Smith, both of whom preceded him in death. A proud graduate of Mackinaw High School’s Class of 1955, Lee remained deeply connected to the Mackinaw community throughout his entire life. On June 22, ...

Debra J. Mielke, 74, of Mackinaw passed away May 12, 2026 at her home.  She was born June 15, 1951 in Peoria, IL.  She married William Mathewson on February 27, 1969 and later married Gordon Mielke July 6, 2006.  She was preceded in death her husband Gordon Mielke, her Daughter Dawn Marie Mathewson, and two sisters Donna and Becky.  Debra is survived by her two sons Scott (Michele) Mathewson and Eric (Romey) Mathewson; six grandchildren, Logan, Makayla, Tyler, Alexis, ...

Fred Kuhfuss, 78, of Minier, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2026 at his home.  He was born October 14, 1947 in Normal to Alvin Lee and Margaret “Margee” Clarke Kuhfuss, Sr.  Surviving are a lifelong friend, Teresa Knapp; daughter, Jessica (Carl) Knapp-Baer; and granddaughters, Elayna and Belle Baer; one sister, Pamela Kuhfuss Yeast; nieces, Jennifer Yeast Sweetwood (Eric),Sarah Lowery (Donald Glaser), Anna (Joe) Yeast Rohlfing, Cheryl Asbury Kuhfuss, Lisa (Paul) Kuhfuss ...

Aaron “Gayle” Thrasher, 87, of Hopedale, passed away Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Hopedale Nursing Home. He was born on December 7, 1938, in Albany, KY to Virgil Dale and Gleah Cohen Shipley Thrasher.  He married Audrey J. Springer on November 7, 1981, in Hopedale, and she survives. Also surviving are one brother-in-law, Carl Steinrock of Louisville, KY; sister-in-law, Earlene Thrasher of Irvine, CA; sister-in-law Freeda Springer of Hopedale, and several nieces and ...

Marcia L. Harris, 74, of Delavan, passed away Thursday, May 7, 2026 at her home. She was born January 23, 1952  in Bloomington to Vernon and Betty Greer Mitchell.  She married John Harris on February 5, 1971 in San Jose, and he survives. Also surviving are her daughter, Dawn Harris (Johnny Kight), and his children, Ethan, Maya, and Eli, of Jackson, MO; two brothers, Mike Mitchell of Branson, MO and Mark Mitchell of Peoria. She was preceded in death by her parents. Marcia ...

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Terry L Meredith, who lost his courageous battle with cancer on May 6, 2026. If you knew Terry, you knew life was never boring. He lived loudly, boldly and always in his own way. More than anything Terry loved his family, friends and cheering on his favorite teams—especially the St. Louis Cardinals, New York Jets and the Fighting Illini. In his younger years he enjoyed riding his Harley and enjoying the open road. Terry will be ...

Troy James Webb, 58, of Mackinaw, passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at his home. He was born July 9, 1967 in Pekin, the grandson of Walter James and Dona Jean McKenzie. He married Jami Conley on April 15, 1996 in Las Vegas, NV, and she survives. Also surviving are his children, Nolan (Anna) Webb of Bluffton, SC, Hannah Webb of Mackinaw, and Ava Webb of Mackinaw. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Walter and Dona McKenzie. Troy served in the United States Navy Seabees. He ...

Raymond Edwin Potter, 69 of Peoria, Illinois, passed away on May 5, 2026, at Methodist Hospital. Born in Peoria, Illinois on January 1, 1957, Ray graduated from Morton High School. He spent over 40 years as a Commercial Mechanic. He loved racing and spending time working on cars and motorcycles and playing with his dog Frankie. Ray was preceded in death by his father Edwin; his mother, Lilah; his stepfather, Ron; his brother, Ed; and his nephew, Shane. He is survived by his son, Matt ...

Mary Lou Koch Fritz was born November 30, 1947, in Peoria, Illinois.  She died at age 78 on April 28, 2026, in Niceville, Florida. Mary had recently been diagnosed with a brain tumor and fought bravely. Mary attended high school in East Peoria, Illinois.  She went to Grinnell College in Iowa, where she met her future husband, Herbert Leonard Fritz, in her freshman year. Herb and Mary married on September 7, 1968, and moved to Davis, California, where Herb earned his Ph.D. in ...

Cecil C. Hammond, Jr., 95, formerly of Delavan, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2026 at the Lodge of Manito. He was born January 13, 1931 in Trivoli to Cecil C. and Orva L. McMeen Hammond, Sr. He first married Joanne Burns and later married Shirley Anderson on October 26, 1979 in Delavan and she passed away June 3, 2014.  He then married Joanne Scott on November 28, 2015 in Delavan and she passed away March 25, 2025. Surviving are his children, Theresa Fields of Houston, TX, James (Kim) ...

David W. Calhoun, 64, of Tremont, passed away Friday, May 1, 2026 at his home. He was born September 20, 1961 in Bloomington to Warren and Helen Meador Calhoun.  He married Becky Winkler on May 16, 1986,  and she survives. Also surviving are his children, Jenni Fowler and Amber Eve; grandchildren, Chance Crank, Cayden Fowler, Camden Fowler; siblings, Steve (Sandy) Calhoun, Beverly Summers, Jean Schmidt, Pat Hart, Phil (Salle) Calhoun, Marcia Calhoun;  bonus siblings, Teri ...

Gordon Allen Hansen, age 80, of Minier, Illinois, formerly of Kimball, Nebraska, and Winterset, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, April 30. Gordon was born on January 30, 1946, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, to Edmund C. and June (Tesdahl) Hansen. Gordon graduated from Kimball County High School in Kimball, Nebraska, after attending Winterset, Iowa public schools until his junior year. He went on to attend Kearney State College and later the University of Nebraska, where he majored in Mechanical ...

Betty L. Unsicker, 92, of Morton, formerly of Mackinaw, passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at Pekin Manor and is now with her beloved husband, Donald. She was born to Carl and Vida Evans Berkley on August 28, 1933.   She is survived by her children,  Laurie J. Unsicker of Columbus OH  and Mark D. (Sharon) Unsicker of Hopedale, IL ; three grandchildren, Aaron (Kaitlyn) Unsicker, Alyson (Christian) Sorensen, and Alex Skyla Wagner) Unsicker;  five great ...

Ruth L. Pflederer, 89, of Tremont, passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at Apostolic Christian Restmor in Morton. She was born July 27, 1936 in Burlington, IA to John and Rose Vierling Frank.  She married Chris Pflederer Jr. on December 30, 1956 in Oakville, IA and he passed away August 13, 2013. Surviving are her children, Kevin (Debbie) Pflederer of Birmingham, AL, Kurt (Dana) Pflederer of Romeoville, and Karen (Steve) Ehnle of Bradford; one daughter-in-law, Lynne (Brent) Tuebel of ...

Sheila Mae (Sutter) Bell, 62, a native of Morton, Illinois and a resident of Savannah, Georgia passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 14, 2026, after a courageous battle with bladder cancer. Born on May 13, 1963, in Peoria, Illinois, to Wayne and Bernice Sutter. Sheila graduated with her master’s degree from Lindenwood University, then shortly after started her 30+ years of work in the mental health field as a therapist.  Sheila is known for her passion for helping others, ...

Heaven ushered in a hero of the faith as Theodore “Ted” E. Schmidgall was welcomed home. Ted, 91, of Armington, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Hopedale Nursing Home. He was born on December 22, 1934 to Edgar and Lora (Sinn) Schmidgall in Bloomington. Ted graduated from Minier High School and served in the United States Army. He married Judith Lynn Gravett, the love of his life, on Feb. 16, 1957 in Normal.  Judy was promoted to heaven on December 4, 2015. Ted ...

The family of Stanley “Poppie” Allen Kent is truly saddened to announce his passing on Friday, April 24, 2026.  Born on December 22, 1946, in Mondovi, Wisconsin, Stanley lived a full and memorable life. He truly touched the souls of everyone he met through the years, dedicated to coaching local youth sports, leading the Tremont Booster Club, his service to the United States Air Force, and the legacy eternally imprinted in the hearts of his family, community and ...

Michael Boucher, age 83, of Mackinaw, passed away at his home on April 22, 2026. Michael was born December 27, 1942 in Sedalia, Missouri, to Edgar and Virginia Boucher. After serving as a Marine in the Vietnam War, Michael joined The Carpenter’s Union in Peoria, IL. Michael welcomed two wonderful boys, Brett and Jeff, during his first marriage. He later married his eternal companion Nancy Smalley at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Morton, IL.  He was a ...

Harold Ross Cozadd, 83, of Pekin, Illinois, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2026. Born on November 4, 1942, in Hopedale, Illinois, Harold lived a life marked by dedication, kindness, and service. Harold proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. His time in the military was a testament to his courage and commitment to protecting others. After his service, Harold was employed by Wabco, Industries and later by Komatsu. A man of many interests, Harold ...

Margie Detmers passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026, in Hopedale Nursing Home after a short illness.  Margie was born on December 12, 1937, in Lincoln, Illinois to C.E. (Jack) and Margaret (Rohlfs) Bowles of Emden.   She graduated from Hartem High School and married Wayne Detmers on January 1, 1957.   He preceded her in death, as did her parents and a sister, Juanita Ruben of Emden, Illinois. Margie is survived by three daughters, Debra (Rev. Daryl Fansler) of ...

Terry Gene Komnick, 76, of Armington, passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at his home. He was born June 4, 1949 in Lincoln to Otto Harold and Florence Virginia Smith Komnick.  He married Karen Sue Lindenfelser on August 30, 1970 in Armington, and she survives. Surviving are his children, Tara (Brad) Talbert of Armington, Tanya (Brian) Lang of Armington, Ryan (Carrie) Komnick of Danvers, and Lindsay (Jed) Otto of Stanford; 12 grandchildren, Jordan (Devon) Talbert, Zachary (Elizabeth) ...

David Schuette Vinton, 92, of Morton, passed away at 11:25 am Sunday, April 12, 2026 at his home.  He was born on May 28, 1933 in Manitowoc, WI to William Upsal and Martha Rose Schuette Vinton. He married Miriam Sommer by Pastor Milo Nussbaum at Grace Evangelical Mennonite Church in Morton on January 27, 1969.  This marriage lasted over 50 years. He was a loving caregiver for his beloved wife, Miriam, during her long battle with Parkinson’s. She preceded him in death on July ...

Eddie Jack (EJ) Harper, 92, of Mackinaw, went home to be with The Lord Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Arcadia Care in Morton. He was born February 18, 1934, in Independence, MO to Lester and Nellie West Harper.  He married Loretta M. Derrickson on December 31, 1953, in Jackson, IL and she passed away April 26, 2021. Surviving are his children, Ed (Brenda) Harper of Pekin, Deb (Paul) Mountjoy of Mackinaw, Bob Harper of Lewistown, Bryan (Lynn) Harper of Kent, WA, Bruce (Karen) Harper of ...

Berwyn Hugh Shaw, 83, of Hopedale, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at home, surrounded by his loved ones. Berwyn was born October 6, 1942 to Freida “Agnes” (McConkey) Shaw and Joseph “Lee” Shaw in Decatur, IL. He graduated from Deland-Weldon High School in 1960. Berwyn married Vicki J. Noe at Deland-Weldon Christian Church, and she survives. Also surviving are his children, Laura (Robert) Cremeens of Hopedale and Amy Shaw of Binghamton, NY; grandchildren, ...

Billy L Hoch has departed this great little green planet called Earth, to take up his new residency somewhere beyond the Rainbow. Billy was born northeast of Minier, June 12, 1933, into a wonderful family. His parents were William Hoch and Clara Riddle Hoch. He was the youngest of four children and he had three sisters Lorene, Lena and Betty. All of the Hoch children attended and graduated from a one room country school named Boston School. Billy learned farming from his father, who was one ...

Flossie M. Rich, 80, of Delavan, Illinois, passed away on April 4, 2026, in her home. She was born on March 31, 1946, in Weston, Illinois, to Chester and Lola (Meints) McKinley. On November 29, 1964, she married Roland Rich. Together, they raised two children, Dave Rich (Annette) and Diane Rich, and she was a proud grandmother to Alex and Mark Rich. Flossie was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, and a brother. She is survived by her sisters, Sandra Morton of Manito and Patty ...

“Linda Lou” Yearian Burke, 72, of Pekin, formerly of Mackinaw, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love, and is now at rest in the arms of God. Linda was born on August 10, 1953, in Peoria, Illinois, to Glen and Jean (Beebe) Yearian. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Dennis Yearian; her sister, Cindy (Yearian) Craemer; and her beloved children, Jason Wagner and Heather Wagner, along with two cherished grandchildren. She is lovingly remembered and survived ...

Nora Krohn, of Delavan left this earth on January 22, 2026 and went into her Lord’s arms.  She was a loving friend, daughter, sister, wife, mother and grandmother.  Nora was fiercely devoted to all those she loved.  She had a kind heart, bright smile and hearty laugh.   She was born in South Pekin to Martha and Cecil Grigsby July 5, 1937, “almost a firecracker,” as her Mom used to tell her.  She was raised by her Mom and step-dad, Hank ...

Kevin Michael Haas, 55, of Springfield, Illinois, passed away on March 12, 2026, at Memorial Hospital. Kevin was born on April 27, 1970, in Normal, Illinois, to Joseph and Doris (Henderson) Haas. He grew up in El Paso, Illinois, where he was active in 4-H and FFA and enjoyed public speaking. Kevin later attended the University of Illinois in Champaign and also received his MBA from Keller Graduate School of Management. On July 19, 1997, Kevin married Shelley (Doogan) Haas in El Paso, ...

Cindy L. Zeigler, 60, passed away February 23, 2026, at Arc of Normal nursing home.  She was born April 13, 1965, in Mt. Vernon, IL to Marshall Wilson and Billie Sue Page.  She married Joaquin Munoz in Los Fresnos, TX and then later married Gale Zeigler in Hopedale, IL on August 14, 1999, and he survives.  Cindy is also survived by her three daughters, Vanessa Poleto (Dan Harris), Veronica Munoz, and Mackenzie (Conner) Pacourek; four grandchildren, August Poleto, Johnathan ...

Joyce Anne Tarter-Bickhaus, 88, passed away Monday, March 23, 2026 at Hopedale Nursing Home.  She was born September 24, 1937 in Normal to Howard and Wilma Abner Wittmuss. She is survived by her two sons, Greg (Julie) Tarter of Hopedale and Jeff (Gina) Tarter of Bloomington; her brother, Tom Wittmuss of Springfield. She adored her grandchildren, Morgan (Dustin) of Stewardson, Holly (Austin) of Hopedale, Tonya (fiancé Brennan) of Effingham, Justine (Lee) McFarland and Ryan ( ...

James E. “Jim” Brandt, 68, of Upatoi, GA passed away Saturday March 14, 2026. James, the oldest of four children born to Jeanne Brandt and the late Tom Brandt, was born on Christmas Day, 1957, in Lincoln, Illinois. Jim grew up in Armington, Illinois.  Jim retired after 40 years as a licensed electrician with NECA-IBEW and then became a successful business owner. Jim’s favorite hobbies were Yardwork, work, hunting, fishing, and being with Rosemarie, as well as friends ...

Marshall Dean Dickerson, 78, passed away Saturday March 14, 2026, at the Texoma Christian Care nursing home in Wichita Falls Texas. Marshall was born August 5, 1947, in Lincoln Illinois, the son of Marshall and Betty Dickerson. Marshall is survived by brothers, Thomas and Richard both of Wichita Falls; Nieces and nephews, Jody Lynn Tudor-Dickerson and Jon Tudor, Tom and Michelle Dickerson, Jereme Dickerson and Andrew Pierce; Grand Nieces and Nephew, Brianna Tudor-Springer, Agee Springer, ...

Rodney Siscoe, 67, of Colorado Springs, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2026.  He was born November 6, 1958 in Lincoln  to Estelle Eddie and Marjorie Siscoe.     He is survived by his mother, Marjorie Siscoe of Delavan; cousin, Trisha Collins of Tremont; his cattle dog, Jake; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Estelle Siscoe and brother, Clifford Siscoe. He worked as a union painter. He enjoyed riding ...

Linda L. Sweckard, 84, of Mackinaw, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at OSF St. Francis Hospital in Peoria, IL. She was born on December 13, 1941, in Bloomington, IL. to James R. Shonk and Joanna P. Moore. She married Gerald Sweckard in Mackinaw on September 24, 1960. He preceded her in death on April 26, 2012. She was also preceded in death by three sons: Alan, Michael, and Thomas Linda is survived by one son; Joseph, and three grandchildren; Lindsay, Gage, and Jacob ...