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2251	Donnie O. Payne, 53, of Louisville, Ill., passed away at 8:26 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 14, 2004 at St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital, Effingham, Ill.Born July 23, 1951 in Effingham, Ill., he was the son of Maurice O. and Arlene (Stipp) Payne.He was employed at Peerless in Effingham and was of the Christian faith. Survivors include: his mother Arlene Hurford of Louisville, Ill.; three sons, Donnie E. Payne of Louisville, Ill., Dustin E. Payne of Lyons, and Derek Payne of Linton; two daughters, Delisa Nicole Payne of Linton and Brenda Payne of Bloomfield; one grandson Bret Payne of Linton; two brothers, Freddie L. and his wife Mary Payne of Iola, Ill. and Glenn and his wife Sybil Payne of Beaver, Okla.; and five sisters, Terry Sue Fancher of Farina, Ill., Marilyn Perry of Mansfield, Ohio, Alice Guttierez of Effingham, Ill., Ramona Kinkelaar of St. Louis, Mo., and Angela Payne of Louisville, Ill. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, his father Maurice, a sister Audrey and a half-brother Laren. Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday at Frank & Bright Funeral Home, Flora, Ill. Burial will be in Oskaloosa Cemetery, Xenia, Ill.	Payne, Donnie O. (I12429)
2252	Donnie was a United States Army Veteran having served during the Vietnam War Era	Dodson, Donnie Ray (I30070)
2253	Donovan served as a Staff Sergeant on B-24L #44-41541, 394th Bomber Squadron, 5th Bomber Group, Heavy, U.S. Army Air Force during World War II. He resided in Clay County, Illinois prior to the war. On the 30 April 1945, the 394th Bomb Squadron took off from Guiuan Air Strip, Samar Island, Philippine Islands, for a combat bombing mission on Davao, Mindanao Island, Philippine Islands. The flight to, and over the target, was successful. After they had completed dropping there bombs, they proceeded toward Morotai Island, in the Molucca Islands, where they planned to land. They were approximately thirty miles from Morotai Island, near Race Island, flying in their usual formation, when two of the airplanes in the formation collided. B-24M Serial No. 44-41869 and B-24L Serial No. 44-41541. The collision damaged both planes severely, causing them to crash into the ocean immediately. There were no survivors on either aircraft, and only one of the bodies was recovered, that of F/O Arthur B. Sobol, T-128 478, after a through search had been made by surface craft and low flying search aircraft. Donovan was declared "Missing In Action" in this crash during the war. He was awarded the Air Medal with 1 Oak Leaf Cluster and the Purple Heart. Service # 36778227	Adams, Donovan Glen (I42958)
2254	Donovan served as a Staff Sergeant on B-24L #44-41541, 394th Bomber Squadron, 5th Bomber Group, Heavy, U.S. Army Air Force during World War II. He resided in Clay County, Illinois prior to the war. On the 30 April 1945, the 394th Bomb Squadron took off from Guiuan Air Strip, Samar Island, Philippine Islands, for a combat bombing mission on Davao, Mindanao Island, Philippine Islands. The flight to, and over the target, was successful. After they had completed dropping there bombs, they proceeded toward Morotai Island, in the Molucca Islands, where they planned to land. They were approximately thirty miles from Morotai Island, near Race Island, flying in their usual formation, when two of the airplanes in the formation collided. B-24M Serial No. 44-41869 and B-24L Serial No. 44-41541. The collision damaged both planes severely, causing them to crash into the ocean immediately. There were no survivors on either aircraft, and only one of the bodies was recovered, that of F/O Arthur B. Sobol, T-128 478, after a through search had been made by surface craft and low flying search aircraft. Donovan was declared "Missing In Action" in this crash during the war. He was awarded the Air Medal with 1 Oak Leaf Cluster and the Purple Heart. Service # 36778227	Adams, Donovan Glen (I42958)
2255	Dora Lou Weston Akes, 68, of Olney, died at 9:26 p.m. Friday, September 17, 2010, at St. Mary's Hospital in Evansville, Ind. Mrs. Akes was born October 26, 1941, in Richland County, the daughter of Russell Otho and Clara Alice (Galloway) Weston. She married Howard "Shorty" Akes on December 7, 1966. He survives. She retired from Champion Laboratories in West Salem. Mrs. Akes is survived by her son, Russell Dilley and his wife, Brenda, of West Salem; daughter, Candie Belcher and her husband, Mike, of Olney; son, John Dilley and his wife, Shella, of Albion; daughter, Tammie Yealick and her husband, Terry, of Olney; son, Howard Akes I; brother, Billy Weston and his wife, Janice, of Calhoun; 12 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Russell Otho and Clara Alice Weston; son, Howard Akes Jr.; brothers, Larry and Bobby Weston; and one great-grandchild. Memorials may be made to American Heart Association or Kidney Foundation.	Weston, Dora Lou (I468)
2256	Doran E. "Pete" Ryker, 67 of Lake City, passed away on Monday, April 19, 2021, at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Lake City. Mr. Ryker was born the 4th of 11 children, to the late Jesse Eugene Ryker, Jr. and Dorthea Marie Davis Ryker, in Flora, Illinois. Pete had made his home in Lake City for the past four years having previously lived in Dallas, Texas and numerous other cities. Mr. Ryker was an accomplished aircraft mechanic with 50 years of experience in aviation. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and man, who most would say, had the biggest heart, always wanting to help out others without expecting anything in return. He was preceded in death by his brother, Donald E. "Donnie" Ryker. Survivors include his two daughters, Dorylynn Sullivan, Helena, MT and Ayla Norris, Ft. Lupton, CO; four brothers, David Ryker (Shirley), Advance, MO, Paul D. "Doug" Ryker (Patricia), Branford, FL, Lee Ryker (Rhonda), Flora, IL and Darren Ryker, Lake City; five sisters, Diane Hilton (Matt), Columbus, OH, Donna Ryker, Olney, IL, Deena Ryker, Flora, IL, Mylene Ryker, Jacksonville, FL and Frances Dehner (Bill), Olney, IL; numerous nieces and nephews also survive. A memorial service will be conducted on Friday, April 30, 2021 at 3:00 PM in the Gateway-Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel with his brother, Mr. Lee Ryker, officiating.	Ryker, Doran Eugene 'Pete' (I584)
2257	DORINE PEARCY 1929 - 2007 Dorine Pearcy, 77, of Zion and formerly of Westfield, Illinois, died on Sunday, July 8, 2007, at Rolling Hills Manor Nursing Home in Zion, Illinois. Dorine was born November 25, 1929 in St. Louis, Missouri. She had lived in Johnsonville, Illinois and Westfield, Illinois before moving to Zion 10 years ago. She was a member of Westfield Baptist Church. Dorine worked approximately 20 years for Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center in Coles County, Illinois. Later she worked in private homes in Lake Forest, Illinois as a caregiver. Survivors include two sons Austin (JoEllen) Kelley of Zion and Terry (Jill) Kelley of Greenup, Illinois; twelve grandchildren Heather Cummins, Heidi (Christopher) Daniels, Terri Kelley, Janie Wilkin, Barbara Kelley, Chad Pearcy, Stacie (Tom) Winings, Ralph Pearcy II, Tonya (Shane) Oakley, Stephine Chapman, Ryan Keller and Aaron Keller; twelve great-grandchildren; one sister Vivian (Wayne) Simpson of Donavan, Missouri; one niece Cheryl (Clyde) Cokely of Gibson City, Illinois; and numerous other nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Grover; one son Ralph Pearcy; her daughter-in-law Julia Spaulding; one nephew Jason Hipes; one sister Levera Hipes; and her parents Ralph and Goldie Bricker. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 11, 2007, from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the CONGDON FUNERAL HOME, 3012 Sheridan Road, Zion. A visitation will also be held at Harper-Swickard Funeral Home, 720 Monroe Avenue, Charleston, Illinois on Thursday from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 13th, at 10:00 a.m. at Harper Swickard Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Rose Lawn Cemetery in Charleston, Illinois. Memorial donations to STAR Hospice have been suggested.	Bricker, Dorine Mae (I675)
2258	Doris Ann Krutsinger, 85, of Bradley passed away on Wednesday, June 6, 2018 at Riverside Memory Care.	Yauch, Doris Ann (I238)
2259	Doris attended First Christian Church in Carmi, and enjoyed going out with the golden girls. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Red Hat Society. Doris was a hair dresser and had many interests including being an avid collector of antiques and Native American art.	Hughes, Doris (I18165)
2260	Doris Elaine (Adcock) Callahan, 82, of Clay City passed awawy at her residence on March 21, 2020.	Adcock, Doris Elaine (I47526)
2261	Doris enjoyed quilting, gardening, fishing, and taking care of her yard. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren; attending their events and playing games with them. Doris took pleasure in being around family and hosting the Christmas Eve family gathering.	Adcock, Doris Elaine (I47526)
2262	Doris enjoyed reading the bible and had recorded herself reading the entire bible. She took pleasure in crocheting and making ceramics. She often gifted her creations to her friends and family. Doris was known for her smile and her laugh. She laughed easily and often. Doris especially enjoyed spending time with her family. She was a member of Freedom Baptist Church in Noble.	Dasch, Doris Loretta (I29788)
2263	Doris Evelin "Tommie" Thomas Rosenlieb Fildes, 84, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, formerly of Clay City and Pekin, IL, passed away on Monday, December 7, 2009, at Manzano del Sol Nursing Center in Albuquerque. Doris was born July 6, 1925, in Zif Township, Wayne County, IL, to Ralph Lee and Nancy Mae (Attebury) Thomas. She was preceded in death by her brother, Glenn Lee Thomas in 2007. Doris married Edward William Rosenlieb in January 1946. He preceded her in death in November 1968. She married Woodrow Fildes in January 1975. He preceded her in death in December 2002. Doris worked at Sparton Manufacturing Company in Flora, IL for many years. She was a member of the Clay City Christian Church, in Clay City, IL, the Parkview Christian Church in Pekin, IL and the Ridgecrest Christian Church in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Surviving Doris are her daughters, Cheryl Rosenlieb Tenant and husband Bruce, Sandra Rosenlieb Carpenter and husband Darrell, Connie Rosenlieb Hudgeons and husband Edward; grandson, David Carpenter; granddaughter, Bronwen Wild and husband Kelly, and great-granddaughter, Rhiannon Joy, all of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Embracing her step-family as her own, Doris devotedly remembered birthdays and facilitated festive family gatherings for one and all. Surviving stepchildren include David Fildes and wife Chris of Tremont, Illinois, Ramona Fildes Schultz and husband Bob of Pekin, Illinois, Jeanne Fildes Kunz and husband Bill of Portola Valley, California. The family of step-son Roger Fildes (deceased) also resides in California. Doriss extended step-family included 12 step-grandchildren and 11 step-great-grandchildren. Services for Doris will be held at Ridgecrest Christian Church, 5300 Eastern Avenue SE., Albuquerque, NM 87108, NM, on Saturday, December 12, 2009 at 11:00 a.m., with son-in-law Darrell Carpenter officiating. Interment will be at Clay City Cemetery in Clay City, IL. Memorial Services will be held at a later date in Clay City and Pekin, IL. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008 Published on: Sat December 12, 2009	Thomas, Doris Evelin 'Tommie' (I15800)
2264	Doris Irene Wells, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Wells, was born at Beaver City, Nebr., March 29, 1918, and departed this life February 15, 1923, aged 4 years, 10 months and 17 days. Little Doris had been ill for about six weeks, but was not seriously so but a few days previous to her death. All that medical skill and loving hands could do was of no avail. Doris was a bright and winsome child and one who will be greatly missed by her loved ones of the family circle and of the community. She leaves her father, mother, and four sisters, Mrs. Wm. T. Hess and the Misses Lucille, Florence and Dorothy Wells, together with other relatives and a host of young friends. One sister preceded her to the great beyond. Funeral services were held at the home in Spring Green Precinct, Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. W. S. Porter, and interment was in Mount Hope Cemetery.	Wells, Doris Irene (I25426)
2265	Doris J. Greene 88, of Decatur, Illinois, passed away at 8:30 a.m., Tuesday, February 18, 2020 in St. Mary's Hospital. Doris was born March 29, 1931, in Shelby County, Illinois, the daughter of Fred and Ruth (Denier) Gordon Sr. and was one of eleven children to that union. Doris married Keith Greene on June 30, 1947. He preceded her in death on July 1, 2009. Doris retired as a beautician. She also had formerly worked for Decatur Public School District #61 at Eisenhower High School. She was an avid Cardinal and Illini fan. She was a member of the Prairie Avenue Christian Church and was active in the Deaconess Social Committee. Doris was known for her pie baking ability and they were often requested by her family and church friends. In retirement her last years were spent at Tanglewood Village which she loved. Surviving are her son, Rod Greene (Patricia) of Naples, Florida; brothers, Jack Gordon (Mary) of Decatur and John Gordon (Norma) of North Carolina; grandchildren, Angela Gerber (Lenny), Matt Greene (Stephanie), Zach Greene, Luke Greene, Benjamin Bullock (Zhanna) and Justin Greene and six great-grandchildren. Doris was preceded in death by her husband; parents; son, Gordon; daughter, Melinda Shookman and eight siblings. Burial will be in Point Pleasant Cemetery, Long Creek. Herald & Review (Decatur, IL)	Gordon, Doris J. (I13573)
2266	Doris Jean Rubsam, 81, of Olney, IL, died at 4:27 p.m., Friday, April 19, 2013, at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney, IL. Visitation will be held from 12-2 p.m., Tuesday, April 23, 2013, at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney with a private family service at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with Brother Mike Knepper officiating. Entombment will be at Crest Haven Memorial Park in Claremont, IL. Doris was born February 8, 1932, in Wheeler, IL, the daughter of Charles Ray Hanna and Mary Ann Elizabeth Padgett. She married Walter John Rubsam on November 7, 1950. He preceded her in death on January 14, 2007. Doris is survived by her daughter, Sharon Rubsam of Cantrall, IL; son, Tony Rubsam and wife, Marsha, of Effingham, IL; son, Bradley Rubsam and wife, Wendy, of Olney, IL; daughter, Gail Rubsam, of Cantrall, IL; grandson, B. C. Rubsam and wife, Billie, of Olney, IL; granddaughter, Nikki Rubsam Kruger and husband, Ryan, of Dieterich, IL; grandson, Tyler Rubsam, of Olney, IL; great-grandchildren, Alexis and Kaylee, of Olney, IL and great-grandson, Keaton Kruger, of Dieterich, IL. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and daughter, Jill Rubsam. Olney Daily Mail, IL	Hanna, Doris Jean (I56205)
2267	Doris June Leak, 86, of Flora, Illinois, died at 2:15 p.m., Sunday August 23, 2015 at Evergreen Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, in Effingham, IL. Doris was born September 27, 1928, in Wayne County, to Alva and Audrey (Fatheree) Holman. She attended school until she reached the 8th grade, and like so many others during that time, she had to quit school to work to help provide and take care of her family. This always weighed heavy on her heart and when she was in her late sixties, she took the necessary steps to earn her G.E.D. She married Charles Robert Leak in Henderson, KY. He preceded her on June 8, 1996. Over the years Doris worked a couple different jobs. She worked for several years at Spartans, after which, she spent some time working in home health care. Her main job and duty was taking care of and raising her family. Doris loved to cook big family meals, where she could enjoy her children and grandchildren. When her grandchildren were in their younger years she spent many days taking care of them. This was one of her greatest joys in life. Doris is survived by son Ed Leak and wife Linda, daughter Janice Schofield , daughter Debra Leak, son Tom Leak and wife Pearl, sister Grace Petit, eighr grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild. Doris was preceded in death by her parents Alva and Audrey Holman and by her husband Charles Robert Bob Leak, one great-great grandchild and ten sisters and brothers. A graveside service will be at 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 26, 2015 at Kneff Cemetery in Flora, IL. Expressions of sympathy should take the form of donations to the Golden CircleNutrition Program.	Holman, Doris June (I52036)
2268	Doris Junkins, 86, of Noble, died at 8:50 a.m. Tuesday, June 22, 2004, at Burgin Manor in Olney. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home with Reverend Bill Rennels officiating. Burial will be in Noble Cemetery. Mrs. Junkins was born on March 13, 1918, in Clay County, the daughter of Charles O. and Pearl (Luke) Fryman. She married Robert L. Junkins in January 1939. He preceded her in death on January 1, 1981. She was a homemaker. Mrs. Junkins is survived by three daughters, Myrna Tomblinson and her husband, Joe, of West Salem, Roberta Long and her husband, Buddy, of Batesville, Ark., and Barbara Thomann and her husband, Duane, of Noble; her special friend, Wayne Ater; two sisters, Dorothy Westbrook, of Batesville, Ark., and sister, Charlene Fulk, of Noble; and nine grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, a son, Jim Junkins, two brothers, Burt and Frank Fryman, a sister, Mildred, and one grandson. Memorials may be made to Shepard's Purse or the Gideons. http://www.olneydailymail.com	Fryman, Doris (I362)
2269	Doris Lee (Bible) Stortzum went home to her heavenly father on Friday, July 7, 2017. She is survived by her husband of 71+ years, August Stortzum. Doris was born in 1928 and was the daughter of Drue and Dorothy Bible of Louisville, Illinois. August and Doris were blessed with their children, Michael and his wife Sharon of Gays, IL; Shelia Winders (husband Charles Winders d) of Cincinnati, OH; and Vicki Parker and husband Del of Atlanta, Georgia; their grandchildren, Ramona Stortzum Holdren, Erik (& wife Tara) Stortzum, Jason (& wife Amy) Winders, Amanda (& husband Michael) Winders Pazzo, Joshua Stortzum, and Natasha Stortzum; and great grandchildren Tristan Holdren, Austin, Emily and Christina Stortzum, August and Simon Pazzo, Aiden Cook; Athena, Alex and Peter Winders. She is also survived by her brother, Cleo Bible (and wife, June); her sister, Lillian Bible Mills; and her sister-in-law, Phyllis Bible. Doris and August were most recently members of St. Johns Lutheran Church of Mattoon, IL since 1985. A service and interment for Doris will be at St. Johns Lutheran Church of Louisville, IL, 17684 East 1st Avenue at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, July 10, 2017 with Reverend Michael Mohr and Reverend Joel Oschwald officiating. A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service on Monday at St. Johns Lutheran Church of Louisville. Schilling Funeral Home is assisting the family. As the wife of a farmer for more than 30 years, Doris learned many valuable lessons and honed her skills of gardening, baking, and her favorite, construction. The children indicated they would often come home from school and find mom had started another remodel project in their house on the Clay County line. We rejoice that she now resides in that perfect place prepared by her Savior, with no need of remodel or repair, for all eternity. Obituary: Schilling Funeral Home - Mattoon, Illinois	Bible, Doris Lee (I4172)
2270	Doris loved animals. For many years she always had a doggie travel companion. She also enjoyed wildlife and was an avid bird watcher. She always knew every type of bird traveling through her backyard, along with all the hummingbirds, chipmunks, deer, bear and other wildlife. Doris was always involved in community and church. She also served in The Order of the Eastern Star at the highest level of honor. She was always there to lend a helping hand and share her kindness with others.	Hasler, Doris Marie (I1182)
2271	Doris M. Pierson, a long time Colorado resident, died at her home in Green Mountain Falls, Colorado on June 25, 2019 with her family and friends by her side at the age of 86.	Hasler, Doris Marie (I1182)
2272	Doris Mae Hedrick, 83, of West Salem died Jan., 14, 2002 at her residence in West Salem. She was born Oct. 28, 1918 in Urbana, the daughter of Fred and Ora Hudson Mast. She married Allen Hedrick on Feb, 23, 1947 in Mayview. Survivors include one daughter, Jane Hedrick of West Salem; four sons, James and wife Jan of Bardstown, Ky., David and his wife Mary of Petersburg, Paul and wife Katherine of Lake St, Louis, Mo., and Jerry and wife Trina of Lancaster; and eight grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Allen Hedrick; her parents; and a son, Charles.	Mast, Doris Mae (I38049)
2273	Doris Mae Poppe, age 69, of Helena died from complication of leukemia early Saturday morning Sept. 26, 2009. A memorial service celebrating Doris' life will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, at St. Paul's United Methodist Church. The Rev. Lyle Hamilton will preside in the service. Doris was born in Flora, Ill., Oct. 1, 1939, to Gaylord Andrew and Bonnie Eileen (Frank) Gill. She attended and graduated from Clay County High School in Clay City, Ill. Doris and Jack Poppe were married Nov. 29, 1957, in Shawneetown, Ky. Jack preceded her in death Dec. 16, 1992. Mom's Number One career in life was the many thankless years as the greatest housewife and mother - raising her three children (thanks, Mom). She worked outside the home at various jobs in her life including, a room attendant at the Coach House Motor Inn, McDonalds and as a security screener at the Helena Regional Airport. Doris enjoyed crocheting, camping at her beloved Vigilante Campground, being outdoors, gardening, playing board games and cards, especially Yatzee (roll another one Mom). In addition to her husband, Doris was preceded in death by her parents; father and mother-in-law, Lowell and Dorothy Poppe of Lewistown; brother-in-law, Norman Poppe of Helena; and infant daughter, Vonda Lynn Poppe. She is survived by her sons, John (Kathleen) Poppe of East Helena, Lowell (Tammy) Poppe of Helena; daughter, Beverly Poppe of Helena; granddaughter, Lindsay Eileen Poppe of Spokane, Wash.; grandson, Connor Patrick Poppe of Helena; brothers, James (Carolyn) Gill of Ridge Farm, Ill., Jerry (Martyne) Gill of Dana, Ind.; sisters, Lois (Dale) Stanley of Clay City, Ill., and Kaye (Jim) Cash of Bluford, Ill.; and four great-grandchildren, Savanah Mader, Max Mader, Trey and Mason Copeland. Memorials in Doris' name are suggested to the Cancer Center at St. Peter's Hospital C/O St. Peter's Hospital Foundation, 2475 Broadway, Helena, MT 59601. Helena Independent Record Newspaper.	Gill, Doris Mae (I15376)
2274	Doris Marie Payne, 97, of Clay City, passed away at 1:00 PM on Monday, January 13, 2020 at the Twin Willows Nursing Center in Salem, IL. Doris was born on October 28, 1922 in Clay City, the daughter of Pearl and Susie (Shipman) Coulter. She married Carmon Earl Payne on October 30, 1940 and he preceded her in death on December 16, 2008. Doris is survived by her daughter, Marjorie Sue (Dale) Eckelberry of Flora; son, Gary (Jane) Payne of Kinmundy; grandchildren, Matt (Deborah) Payne, Zack (Maria) Payne, Krysta (Michael) Crapps, Danielle (Lonnie) McElwain, April (Ryan) Adkins, Kandi (Jay) Bubonic; 11 great grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brother, Robert Bob Coulter; sister, Deloris Mae; grandson, Bryan Eckelberry; and granddaughter, Kelly Ann Eckelberry. Doris was a member of the Clay City Baptist Church. She worked at the Clay County Hospital for many years. She also worked at the AMF Manufacturing plant in Olney for many years. She loved flowers, her grandchildren, and always had a smile for everyone. For the last several years she has resided at the Twin Willows Nursing Center in Salem. Memorials may be made to the staff at Twin Willows Nursing Center, with checks written in care of Cathy Marble. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, January 17, 2020 at the Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Clay City with a visitation beginning one hour prior. Burial will follow in Clay City Cemetery.	Coulter, Doris Marie (I566)
2275	Doris P. Burgess, age 93, of Waverly, Kentucky passed away Saturday, November 8, 2014 at Red Banks Nursing Home in Henderson, KY. Doris was born October 17, 1921 to Bart and Eva (Parrish) Goff Bennett. She married Ancil Lewis Burgess on May 1, 1983 in Kentucky. He preceded her in death on March 12, 2009. She always enjoyed seeing family, especially the grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and reading the Bible. Doris is survived by her son: Danny Daugherty and wife Linda of Uniontown, KY; a brother: Wesley Bennett and wife Wanda of Henderson, KY; eight grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, step-father: Delbert Goff, three sisters: Opal, Ima, and Helen, and a brother: Nolen. A funeral service for Doris Burgess will be at 1 p.m. Monday, November 10, 2014 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora, IL with visitation from 12 p.m. (Noon) until service time on Monday at the funeral home. Interment will be in Bunker Cemetery, Rinard.	Bennett, Doris P. (I48998)
2276	Doris Thomann, 90, of Bakersfield, CA, formerly of Olney, passed away Saturday, August 13, 2016 at her home. Doris was born on May 5, 1926 in Berne, Indiana, the daughter of Clifton E. and Louise L. (Lehman) Nussbaum. Doris had worked as a registered nurse. She is survived by her son, Alan (Paula) Hasler of Laguna Hills, CA; daughter, Rebecca Cole of Bakersfield, CA; son-in-law, Fred (Jan) Williams of Gallipolis, OH; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; husband, Fritz Thomann of Olney and his seven children and their spouses, grandchildren, and great grandchildren; brothers, Charles (Mary) Nussbaum of Ft. Wayne, IN, David (Carolee) Nussbaum of Berne, IN, John (Marilyn) Nussbaum of Ft. Wayne, IN; brother-in-law, Dr. DeWayne Felber, Indianapolis, IN; sister-in-law, Marie Nussbaum of Berne, IN; and John Everett's two children and three grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Carl Hasler, second husband, John Everett, her parents, two sisters, Lena Felber and Virginia McClure, and two daughters, Amy Hasler and Ruth Williams. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1:00 pm at the Glenwood Church, rural Noble with burial in Hanna Cemetery near Noble, IL. Bio from Kistler Patterson Funeral Home Olney, IL August 16, 2016	Nussbaum, Doris Elaine (I1132)
2277	Doris was a member of the West Salem First Christian Church and the West Salem Ruritan Club. She enjoyed being with family and friends, going out to eat and she also liked watching hummingbirds as a hobby. Doris was a good person and tried to instill those values in her children. According to her son, she had her work cut out for her! She was employed by Champion Laboratories for over 35 years, working in both West Salem and Albion.	O'Dell, Doris Lee (I39237)
2278	Doris was an avid reader and a talented line dancer. She enjoyed playing cards and swimming at the fitness center. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She loved her dogs, TC, Jaka and Kira. Doris was a member of Gathering Point Church and Bradley Seniors.	Yauch, Doris Ann (I238)
2279	Doris was born August 15, 1926 in Ellsworth, Minnesota to Ben C. and Matilda M. Buss Welker. August 14, 1949 she married John Ogle. Surviving are husband, John, daughter, Teresa Stewart and Robert, brother, John C. Welker, grandchildren, Jennifer Leon, Danielle Leavell, Quinten Stewart and Dr. Gwin Stewart, great-grandchildren, Marissa Myers, Elise Leon, Julie Leon and Connor Stewart and several nieces and nephews. Doris was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Roy Welker. Olney Daily Mail, IL	Welker, Doris Elaine (I57352)
2280	Doris Weiler, age 77, passed away peacefully, on November 4, 2025, at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney, Illinois. Doris was born January 1948 in Blountstown, Florida, as the oldest daughter of the late Donald and Florida Halley. She spent her childhood in Panama City, Florida, with her five siblings. Family and friends were always an incredibly important part of Doriss life. On August 29, 1969, Doris married the love of her life, Alan Weiler. They spent the next 56 years together, side by side, travelling the world making lifetime friends wherever they went. As an Army wife, Doris held the home front as Alan served our country. She took immense pride in her children and later her grandchildren. Doris loved decorating her home for the various holidays, attending craft fairs, and Friday night card games. There was never a dull moment and always laughter wherever Doris went. Doris is survived by her husband, Alan Weiler of Clay City, Illinois; her daughter, Shari (Kevin) Ezell of Stuttgart, Germany, and her son, Chad (Jessie) Weiler of Anchorage, Alaska; her four grandchildren, Katie Ezell, Allie Ezell, Kira Weiler, and Chase Weiler; her two sisters, Pat (Gerald) Stallings, Cindy (Gary) Holden; her three brothers, Larry (Marie) Halley, Donnie Halley, and Tony Halley. A Celebration of Life for Doris Weiler will begin with a visitation held from 12 noon until 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. A ceremony will begin at 2 p.m. at the funeral home conducted by Todd Bettis, and will be followed by a procession to Clay City Cemetery for committal and burial. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations honoring Doris are encouraged to Wounded Warrior Project, and these may be made online at: https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org, or will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com	Halley, Doris (I33671)
2281	Doris Gma Stanley Colclasure, 80, passed away at home in Clay City, IL on the evening of January 14 2024. She was born on February 16 1943 in Hannibal, MO to Russell and Mildred Stanley. Doris spent a majority of her years working as a waitress and she was best known as Gma to many within the community from her years working at No More Nicotine in Flora, IL. Her favorite day of the week was always Sundays when family would come to her home to enjoy Sunday dinners. For those that knew her well always knew they could find her near a gaming machine trying to win big money! She is survived by her husband Bruce Colclasure of Clay City. Children: Jim (Sherry) Stanley of Mt. Vernon, IL, Deanna (Randy) Flood of Flora, IL, Colby Hall of Spaulding, IL, Brent (Valerie) Hall of Clay City, IL. Step-Children: Shane Colclasure of Illinois and Samantha Colclasure of Illinois. Grandchildren: Michael (Lori) Stanley of Hord, IL, Dale (Kristin) Perkins of Mt. Vernon, IL, ChyAnne (Joe) Blouin of Buckingham, Illinois. Tonya (Allen) Bonham of Flora, IL, Randel Keele of Flora, IL, Rylan (Samantha) Flood of Flora, IL, Rendell (Kaylee) Flood of Flora, IL and Trenton Flood of St. Pete, FL. Carson and Caleigh Hall of Spaulding, IL. Brandi (Austin) Runyon of Flora, IL and Samuel Hall of Clay City, IL. She is also survived by 19 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. Her final wishes were to be cremated and a celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date by the family. The McGriff Funeral Home in Louisville is assisting the family with the arrangements. To sign the guestbook online or share a memory of Doris, please visit www.mcgriffandtriplettfh.com.	Stanley, Doris 'Gma' (I54596)
2282	Doris Lucille (Quinn) Stanley, was born at home in Hoosier Township, Clay County, on January 4, 1920, and passed peacefully on July 10, 2024. She attended a one room school house, Little Grove School, and Louisville North Clay High School. During high school, she lived at a boarding house in town with other girls, who could only go home to visit their families when the roads werent too muddy. She played basketball for one year in high school. They had a traveling team that would go to Flora for games. Their team was called the Silly Willys. She was one of 7 girls in a class of 23 her senior year and was elected President of her senior class. Lucille attended Eastern Illinois University for 3 years and quit to take a teaching job to help her parents as the Depression Era ended. She married Delton Stanley in 1944 in Klamath Falls, Oregon where he was stationed in the US Marine Corps. They were married 56 years until his death in 2000. Lucille completed her Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education in the summer of 1962 while coming home on weekends to review construction details on a new home they were building. Lucille was influenced by 5 of her Quinn Family aunts and uncles who were teachers. She taught at one room school houses - Rayburn, Little Grove and Jenkins Schools before finishing 30 years of teaching at Clay City Grade School with several years as the Junior High Math Teacher. Lucille enjoyed gardening, growing a variety of flowers in her perennial garden that still burst into bright colors each year, plus planting a long fence row of pine trees and various fruit/nut trees around the farm. She found time somehow to sew most all the clothes when her children were young, from school clothes to summer outfits to winter lined coats. Summers were spent planting, growing then freezing or canning many fruits and vegetables from her many gardens. For many years, they also raised chickens, sheep, geese, cows for milking and pigs. Delton and Lucille were always a team working together on their Hoosier Township farm planting corn, soybeans & wheat plus starting a strawberry U-Pick patch & farm market w/ pumpkins, mums, and all kinds of seasonal fruit/vegetables. They later spent 12 winters in Sebring, Florida. Lucille had the good fortune of good health and we would like to thank her part time caregivers over the last few years - Gloria Frohning, Melody Birch, LaDonna Goodman, Alissa Morris, and Miranda Stoneking. She was able to live at home all but the last 29 days which were at the Flora, Rehab and Healthcare Nursing Home in Flora. We want to thank all the employees there for treating her with great kindness and care. Lucille was preceded in death by her husband, parents George Andrew Quinn and Della May (Brooks) Quinn, brother Bob Quinn, grandson Daren Potts, and son-in-law Bill Potts. Lucille is survived by 3 daughters: Linda Stanley (husband Bob Gardner) of Glenview, IL, Brenda Stanley (husband Dave Marsh) of Chandler, AZ, and Jane Potts, Louisville, IL. She is also survived by 3 grandchildren; Rebecca Bach, Barbara Baugh, and Derek Potts as well as 3 great grandchildren; Andrea Mansbery, Matthew Mansbery, and Dayana Potts. Lucille was a lifelong member of the Illinois Teachers Association and the American Legion Auxiliary. Funeral services to celebrate the life of Lucille will be held at 10:00 am, Monday, July 15, 2024, at the McGriff Funeral Home in Louisville with Ron Payne officiating. Burial will follow at the Floral Garden of Memories Cemetery, Flora, Illinois. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Sunday evening where friends may call from 4:00 to 7:00 pm, and then on Monday from 9:00 to 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude because nobody pays when they go to St. Jude and they share their research with the entire world. St. Judes Childrens Research Hospital ~ 501 St. Jude Place ~ Memphis, TN 38105 The McGriff Funeral Home in Louisville is honored to be entrusted with the families care and arrangements.	Quinn, Doris 'Lucille (I55456)
2283	Dorothea A. McHenry, 89, of Flora, IL died January 12, 2005 at Flora HealthCare Center. Mrs. McHenry was born February 12, 1915, in Richland County, the daughter of Ray and Dessie Kistner Bryant. She married Ray W. McHenry on June 20, 1937. He preceded her in death. She was a retired assembly worker for General Manatic and Holly Carb., a member of Louisville United Methodist Church. Survivors include a son, William McHenry; two daughters Sharon Leach and Karen Hollingsworth; two grothers, Gene Henry Bryant and Dean W. Bryant; a sister, Leona Slagley; 11 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband, son, Jerry McHenry, and a brother, Oscar Bryant. Funeral services were held at Neal Funeral home with burial in Orchard Hill Cemetery. (Published Hometown Journal)	Bryant, Dorothea A. (I54898)
2284	Dorothea L. Pringle, 99, of Clay City, passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2022 in Olney, Illinois. Dorothea was born on August 7, 1923 in Noble, Illinois, the daughter of Elza L. and Grace L. (Brown) Lutz. She married Charles B. Pringle on June 2, 1941 in Lebanon, MO, and he preceded her in death on April 7, 1978. Dorothea was very active in the Clay City United Methodist Church, where she was a long-time member. She enjoyed flowers, gardening, and spending time with her family. Dorothea is survived by her son, Bennie Pringle and his wife, Sandy, of Edwardsville, IL; Daughter, Sharon Lyerla of Palmetto, FL; Four grandchildren; six great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; sisters Evelyn Lutz, Wilma Lybarger, Ninetta Wilson, Berneta Weiler and Lorene Mayden; Son-in-law, T. W. Lyerla; Grandson, Andrew Lyerla. A funeral service will be held for Dorthea at Clay City United Methodist Church on 11:00 AM on Monday, December 12, 2022, with a visitation beginning one hour prior at the church. Interment will follow the service at Clay City Cemetery. Memorials can be made to Clay City United Methodist Church. Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Clay City is assisting the family.	Lutz, Dorothea L. (I31296)
2285	Dorothy Bayler, 103 of Fairfield died at 11:36 AM, Sunday, January 14, 2018 at Hamilton Memorial Hospital. She was born on August 5, 1914 in Clay County, IL to George and Ida (Scrugham) Travis. In early years she had been a telephone operator before her and her husband John D. Bayler moved to their farm in 1947. Dorothy particularly enjoyed sewing and was a great bread maker. She also led a 4-H Club for many years and was a member of the First Christian Church in Fairfield.	Travis, Dorothy E. (I18176)
2286	Dorothy E. VanDyke, 95, of Flora, IL died at 9:55 AM Friday, November 6, 2009 at Clay County Hospital in Flora. She was born July 30, 1914 in Forrest City, AR to Louis & Minnie Dorinda (Coble) Hamilton. She married Wilson Stanford on September 9, 1933 in Cisne. He preceded her in death on November 12, 1984. She later married Albert VanDyke on July 16, 1988 in Clay City. He preceded her in death on January 31, 1996. She was a homemaker and a member of the Bethlehem Christian Church. Dorothy enjoyed making noodles and coconut pies, gospel music, and she loved her grandchildren. She is survived by a son: Jim Stanford; a daughter: Norma Hargis; two sisters: Captola Barbee and Leona Totten; a brother: Don Hamilton; seven grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, 15 great-great-grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, both husbands, a granddaughter (Diana Lynn Stanford), four brothers (Earl, Raymond, Clint & Louis "Bud" Hamilton), and two sisters (Violet Wheeler & Lena Colaclasure). Funeral services were held at Frank & Bright Funeral Home with Neal Kenley officiating. Burial was in Elmwood Cemetery, Flora. Frank & Bright Funeral Home was in charge. Memorials may be given to Bethlehem Christian Church and may be received at the funeral home.	Hamilton, Dorothy E. (I15357)
2287	Dorothy Fern Provines, 97, of Olney, passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2017, at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney. Dorothy was born on March 17, 1920 in Richland Co., IL, the daughter of Forrest Maywood and Blanche Alice (Berry) Provines. Dorothy earned her bachelor and masters degrees from Eastern Illinois University. She began her career at Calhoun High School where she was teacher, principal, and boys basketball coach. She also taught at Noble High School, Casey High School, and finally Lawrenceville High School where she taught Business Education for 22 years. For three years of her career, she also served as the Assistant Superintendent of Schools in Richland County. She was a member of Illinois Education, East Lawrence Education Association, Eastern Illinois Business Education Association, and the Delta Pi Epsilon Beta Psi Chapter out of Eastern Illinois University. Dorothys hobbies consisted of working with flowers, playing piano, collecting recipes, shopping, being a basketball enthusiast and just going places. She was a close friend of Walt Elmore and she was a faithful member of Eureka Church of Christ. Dorothy is survived by several cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, and brother, Marshall Provines. Memorials can be made to Eureka Church of Christ. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. in the Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home, with visitation one hour preceding the service. Burial will be in Shiloh #1 Cemetery south of Claremont. Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home Olney, IL September 5, 2017 NOTE: Photo used with permission of the funeral home	Provines, Dorothy Fern (I18141)
2288	Dorothy Fern Provines, 97, of Olney, passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2017, at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney.	Provines, Dorothy Fern (I18141)
2289	Dorothy G. Horton, 81, of Flora, IL died at 11:30 AM Thursday, April 28, 2011 at Good Samaritan RHC in Mt. Vernon, IL. She was born January 12, 1930 in Pittsboro, MS to Joseph & Birdie (Poyner) Mason. She married Bailey "Pete" Horton on July 16, 1946 in Bruce, MS. He preceded her in death on May 10, 2001. She was a homemaker, previously worked at Hella in Flora, and was of the Christian faith. Dorothy enjoyed Cardinal Baseball, Cowboy Football, and loved cooking for her family. She is survived by two daughters: Carolyn (Lester) Beck and Deborah (Bud) Doud; son: Michael Horton; sister: Jean (Adrian) Steele; three grandchildren: Jennifer Derrer, Brian (Michelle) Beck, Dottie (Dale) Spillman; five great-grandchildren: Anthony, Ashley, Alex, Bayli and Emma. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, 3threebrothers, and four sisters. Funeral services were held at Frank & Bright Funeral Home. Burial was in Elmwood Cemetery, Flora. Memorials may be made to that of the donor's choice.	Mason, Dorothy G. (I24713)
2290	Dorothy Irene (Davidson) Hayes, age 83, of Olney, passed away on Sunday, November 29, 2015 at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney. Visitation will be Thursday, December 3, 2015 from 1-2 PM in the chapel of Thrasher Family Funeral Home. Funeral service will follow at 2 PM in the chapel of Thrasher Family Funeral Home. Cremation rites will be accorded and burial will be at Calhoun Cemetery at a later date. Reverend Eric Hopkins will be officiating. Dorothy was born on July 17, 1932 in Olney the daughter of Raymond and Mary (Duda) Davidson. She later married Robert E. Hayes on September 3, 1949 in Olney. He preceded her in death. She worked in retail at Sherman's Department Store, Tresslars, Big John's in the bakery and Ben Franklin. She was Baptist by faith. She will be sadly missed by her family, friends and all who knew her. Dorothy is survived by 2 sons, Monty Hayes, and wife Nancy of Olney and Brad Hayes, and wife Cherri of Calhoun; 2 daughters, Tammy Steckler of Olney and Cheryl Holley, and husband Joe of Olney; sister Emily Lefever of Olney; 9 grandchildren, Joshua, Jennifer, Alleigh, Sydney, Amber, Lisa, Teresa, Stan and Amiee and 6 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Hayes, parents Raymond and Mary Davidson, twin brother Richard Davidson, son Greg Hayes and son-in-law Joe Steckler.	Davidson, Dorothy Irene 'Dottie' (I56932)
2291	Dorothy J. Churchill Mt. Erie, Ill. Dorothy J. Churchill, 77, of Mt. Erie, died at 8:10 a.m. Tuesday, November 22, 2011, at her residence. Mrs. Churchill was born September 22, 1934, in Joliet. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her daughters, Cheryl Blair, of Mt. Carmel, Susan Churchill, of Sailor Springs, Connie Churchill, of Delaware, and Crystal Churchill-Tenis, of Mt. Carmel; sons, Norman Churchill Sr., of Mt. Erie, David Churchill, of West Salem, Michael Churchill, of Bridgeport, and Jesie Churchill, of Kentucky; 10 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. Mrs. Churchill was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Norman, one daughter, three sisters, three brothers, and two grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Johnson & Vaughn Funeral Home in Fairfield. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Mound Cemetery in Pana.	?, Dorothy Jane (I55125)
2292	Dorothy J. McDowell, 95, of Olney, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at Helia Healthcare of Olney. Dorothy was born September 17, 1930 in Clay County, Illinois, the daughter of Charles and Eva (Johnson) Myers. She married John E. McDowell on September 21, 1952, and he preceded her in death on March 13, 2018. Dorothy and John enjoyed many mission trips together and attended missionary conferences. They were very involved with the Calhoun United Methodist Church, where she played the piano for many years, and she and John would sing specials. They also loved to go fishing and camping with their family. Dorothy also loved to cook and bake, especially homemade pies. She also was a very skilled seamstress, making all kinds of pieces throughout her life. Dorothy is survived by her daughter, Cheryl Farrar and husband Mike of Calhoun; daughter, Beverly Harrison and husband Gerald of Olney; grandchildren, Greg (Linda) Thomas, Jennifer Quillen, Lee (Wendy) Harrison, and Josh (Christie) Harrison; great grandchildren, Bradley, Brandon, Dakota, Kristina, Kaylee, Victoria, Patrick, Joe, Naleigha, Cheyenne, Cassie, Callen, and Lana; great-great grandchildren, AddeLynn, Laklynn, Brentlee, and Juniper; brothers, Dewey (Karen) Myers and Kenny (Sara) Myers, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Chuck Myers and Eva Myers and husband John E. McDowell. Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Olney has been entrusted with arrangements. The funeral service will be held for Dorothy at 11:00 AM on Thursday, November 20. 2025 at Ebenezer United Methodist Church in rural Olney, with a visitation beginning one hour before service time at the church. Interment will follow at Crest Haven Memorial Park in rural Claremont, IL. Memorials can be made to One Mission Society (OMS) or Ebenezer United Methodist Church.	Myers, Dorothy Jean (I863)
2293	Dorothy Jane Garrett, 46, Rt. 1, Dundas, died Tuesday, Aug. 11, 1987, in Richland Memorial Hospital.	Garrett, Dorothy Jane (I45440)
2294	Dorothy Jean Henderson, age 91, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Thursday morning, July 18, 2019, at Flora Gardens Care Center.	Henderson, Dorothy Jean (I41892)
2295	Dorothy Jean McWilliams, 79, of Olney, died at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 23, 2011, at her residence at Emerald Glen. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home with Pastor Jim Beam officiating. Burial will be in Crest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery in rural Claremont. Mrs. McWilliams was born October 31, 1931, in Richland County, the daughter of Owen and Mary (Sharp) Payne. She married Van T. McWilliams on January 11, 1963, in Salem. He preceded her in death on August 18, 1987. She was a nurses aide at Burgin Manor in Olney. Mrs. McWilliams is survived by her daughter, Marilyn Kaye O'Dell and her husband, Jerry, of Noble; daughter, Mary Jean O'Dell and her husband, Larry, of Flora; son, Vernal Cantrell, of Olney; son, Rusty Cantrell and his wife, Lisa, of Olney; daughter-in-law, Linda Cantrell, of Olney; brother, Leon Sharp and his wife, Glenda, of Louisville; grandchildren, Marla and Derek Royse, Gary and Beth Cantrell, Julie and Jerry Doan, Melissa and Jason Cantrell, Jesse and Jessica Cantrell, Jody Cantrell and Terry, Brad and Tina Stanley, Chad Stanley, Dale and Amy Pate, Amy O'Dell and Rob, Christopher O'Dell, Cory O'Dell, and Clota and Chris Ellerman; 30 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Van T. McWilliams, parents, Owen and Mary Payne; son, Don Cantrell; brother, Robert Payne; grandchildren, Scotty and Laurie; and two great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Southeastern Illinois.	Payne, Dorothy Jean (I11908)
2296	Dorothy Jean McWilliams, 79, of Olney, died at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 23, 2011, at her residence at Emerald Glen.	Payne, Dorothy Jean (I11908)
2297	Dorothy L. Bricker, 77, of Flora, formerly of Clay City, died at 9:35 p.m. Monday, September 13, 2004, at St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham. Visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Friday at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Clay City. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Clay City Cemetery. Mrs. Bricker was born on September 5,1927, in Clay City, the daughter of Clayson A. and Nella Grace (Luke) McDovyell. She married Carl L. Gray on October 17, 1945. He preceded her in death on June 13, 1953. She married Ralph O. Bricker on December 11, 1954. He preceded her in death on February 23, 1987. She was a retired nurses aide and a member of Flora Eagles Lodge. Mrs. Bricker is survived by a son, Carl Wayne Gray and his wife, Karin, of Aurora, Colo.; a daughter, Patricia Bright and her husband, Eber, of Cisne; a son-in-law, Butch Harris, of Paris; a stepdaughter, Vivian Simpson and her husband, Wayne; a stepdaughter, Dorine Pearcey; a brother, Glenn McDowell; a brother, Ronald McDowell and his wife, Wanda, of Flora; a sister, Barb House, of Olney; a sister, Nella Dilly and her husband, Woody, of Olney; a sister, Kay Lomas, of Olney; a sister, Leona DiSandro, of Olney; a sister, Betty Lemons and her husband, Charlie, of Clay City; a brother-in-law, Robert Gray and his wife, Phyllis, of Olney; a sister- in-law, Leona Taylor, of Clay City; a sister-in-law, Ruth Osborne and her husband, Junior, of Springfield, Mo.; a sister-in-law, Betty Gray; six grandchildren, four great-grand- children and numerous step-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, a daughter, Martha Harris, a brother, Adrian, a sister, JoAnne McDowell, a sister, Hazel Clark, a stepdaughter, Lavera Hipes, a brother-in-law, Billie Joe Gray, and a step-grandson, Jason Hipes. Memorials may be made to American Diabetes Association. The Olney (IL) Daily Mail, September 2004	McDowell, Dorothy Lois 'Dot' (I5)
2298	Dorothy L. Rudolphi, 87, of Prescott, Ariz., died Wednesday, October 1, 2003, at Granite Gate Resort in Prescott, Ariz. Visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. today with a Scripture Rosary at 7 p.m. with Reverend Fred Le Clair C.M.F. presiding at Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home in Prescott. Mass' of the Resurrection will be Saturday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Prescott with Reverend Le Clair presiding. Final Commendations and Farewell will be at Mountain View Cemetery in Prescott. Mrs. Rudolphi was born on February 3, 1916, in Wendelin, the daughter of Ferdinand and Stella (Dorn) Kessler. She met the love of her life and married Henry Rudolphi on September 24, 1940. He preceded her in death. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Prescott and was very proud of her family. Mrs. Rudolphi is survived by a daughter, Janice Chadwick and her husband, John, of Prescott, Ariz.; five grandchildren, Judie, Julie, Joanne, Jennifer and Justin; 13 great-grand-children, James, Zachary, Sarah, Jessica, John, Cole, Lexi, Brianna, Brandon, Evan, Kaitlyn, Isaiah and Rebekah; and a sister, Dertha Geier, of Olney. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 56 years, Henry, an infant son, David, and three brothers. Memorials may be made to St. Vincent DePaul Society, 120 N. Summit Ave., Prescott, AZ 86303. The Olney (IL) Daily Mail, October 2003	Kessler, Dorothy Lucille (I61244)
2299	Dorothy M. Bateman, 74, of Bridgeport, died at 7:43 p.m. Monday, Aug. 17, 1998, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, Ind. Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Cunningham Funeral Home in Bridgeport. Burial will be in Crest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery, near Claremont. Visitation will be from 9-11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Bateman was born June 17, 1924, in Evanston, the daughter Thomas and Anna (Kadillac) Stejskal. She married Hugh A. Bateman on Sept 26, 1941. She is survived by her husband, of Bridgeport; three daughters, Lee Bateman of Lawrenceville, Diane Cisco, of Tulsa, Jean Dickson, of Poplar Grove; one son, Skeet Bateman, of Johnsburg; two sisters, Barbara Stanberry, of Ingleside, and Mildred Geimer of Martin Grove; one brother, Thomas, of Niles; eleven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Olney Daily Mail (IL) Aug. 19, 1998	Stejskal, Dorothy M. (I48533)
2300	Dorothy M. Tucker, 91, of Mishawaka, crossed over to her Heavenly home on Wednesday, May 10, 2017, in Hospice House, Elkhart. Dorothy was born February 26, 1926 in Masury, Ohio, a daughter of the late Guy and Estella (Evans) Litman. She grew up in Sharon, Pennsylvania and Gary, Indiana and was a graduate of Edison High School in Gary. Dorothy attended Business School in Hammond. She has been a permanent Mishawaka resident since 1999. Dorothy was a homemaker and also was employed for 12 years as Food Supervisor at a retirement home in Bremen. She was a member of Albright United Methodist Church in Mishawaka and was active in their Mary Mission Group. She enjoyed crocheting and flower gardening. Dorothy married Edward James Tucker on April 29, 2000 and he survives along with his children and grandchildren. Also surviving are Dorothy's three children, Kathleen (Dennis) Neff of Goshen, Keith (Christine) Erickson of Bremen and Robert Erickson of Plymouth; six grandchildren, James Gardner, Sheryl (Jason) Juday, Gregory (Angie) Martz, Jeffrey (Cheri) Erickson, Andrew Erickson, Lisa Erickson; nine great grandchildren; a brother, William Litman of Brookfield, Ohio; and a sister, Doris Kendzor of Sharon, Pennsylvania; and a sister-in-law, Patricia Litman of Masury, Ohio. Dorothy was preceded in death by a son, Kenneth Erickson in 1975; brothers, Robert, Thomas and Billy Litman; and sisters, Ada Bemish and Mary Rodgers. Friends may spend time with Dorothy's family Monday, May 15, from 10 am to 12 noon in Goethals & Wells Funeral Home, 503 W. 3rd Street, Mishawaka. Services honoring the life and faith of Dorothy Tucker will be held Monday at 12 noon in the funeral home. Burial will follow at Bremen Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Albright United Methodist Church or American Diabetes Association.	Litman, Dorothy Mae (I60337)

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Donnie O. Payne, 53, of Louisville, Ill., passed away at 8:26 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 14, 2004 at St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital, Effingham, Ill.Born July 23, 1951 in Effingham, Ill., he was the son of Maurice O. and Arlene (Stipp) Payne.He was employed at Peerless in Effingham and was of the Christian faith. Survivors include: his mother Arlene Hurford of Louisville, Ill.; three sons, Donnie E. Payne of Louisville, Ill., Dustin E. Payne of Lyons, and Derek Payne of Linton; two daughters, Delisa Nicole Payne of Linton and Brenda Payne of Bloomfield; one grandson Bret Payne of Linton; two brothers, Freddie L. and his wife Mary Payne of Iola, Ill. and Glenn and his wife Sybil Payne of Beaver, Okla.; and five sisters, Terry Sue Fancher of Farina, Ill., Marilyn Perry of Mansfield, Ohio, Alice Guttierez of Effingham, Ill., Ramona Kinkelaar of St. Louis, Mo., and Angela Payne of Louisville, Ill. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, his father Maurice, a sister Audrey and a half-brother Laren. Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday at Frank & Bright Funeral Home, Flora, Ill. Burial will be in Oskaloosa Cemetery, Xenia, Ill.

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Donnie was a United States Army Veteran having served during the Vietnam War Era

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Donovan served as a Staff Sergeant on B-24L #44-41541, 394th Bomber Squadron, 5th Bomber Group, Heavy, U.S. Army Air Force during World War II.

He resided in Clay County, Illinois prior to the war.

On the 30 April 1945, the 394th Bomb Squadron took off from Guiuan Air Strip, Samar Island, Philippine Islands, for a combat bombing mission on Davao, Mindanao Island, Philippine Islands. The flight to, and over the target, was successful. After they had completed dropping there bombs, they proceeded toward Morotai Island, in the Molucca Islands, where they planned to land.

They were approximately thirty miles from Morotai Island, near Race Island, flying in their usual formation, when two of the airplanes in the formation collided. B-24M Serial No. 44-41869 and B-24L Serial No. 44-41541. The collision damaged both planes severely, causing them to crash into the ocean immediately. There were no survivors on either aircraft, and only one of the bodies was recovered, that of F/O Arthur B. Sobol, T-128 478, after a through search had been made by surface craft and low flying search aircraft.

Donovan was declared "Missing In Action" in this crash during the war.

He was awarded the Air Medal with 1 Oak Leaf Cluster and the Purple Heart.

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Dora Lou Weston Akes, 68, of Olney, died at 9:26 p.m. Friday, September 17, 2010, at St. Mary's Hospital in Evansville, Ind.

Mrs. Akes was born October 26, 1941, in Richland County, the daughter of Russell Otho and Clara Alice (Galloway) Weston.

She married Howard "Shorty" Akes on December 7, 1966. He survives.

She retired from Champion Laboratories in West Salem.

Mrs. Akes is survived by her son, Russell Dilley and his wife, Brenda, of West Salem; daughter, Candie Belcher and her husband, Mike, of Olney; son, John Dilley and his wife, Shella, of Albion; daughter, Tammie Yealick and her husband, Terry, of Olney; son, Howard Akes I; brother, Billy Weston and his wife, Janice, of Calhoun; 12 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Russell Otho and Clara Alice Weston; son, Howard Akes Jr.; brothers, Larry and Bobby Weston; and one great-grandchild.

Memorials may be made to American Heart Association or Kidney Foundation.

Weston, Dora Lou (I468)

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Doran E. "Pete" Ryker, 67 of Lake City, passed away on Monday, April 19, 2021, at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Lake City. Mr. Ryker was born the 4th of 11 children, to the late Jesse Eugene Ryker, Jr. and Dorthea Marie Davis Ryker, in Flora, Illinois. Pete had made his home in Lake City for the past four years having previously lived in Dallas, Texas and numerous other cities. Mr. Ryker was an accomplished aircraft mechanic with 50 years of experience in aviation. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and man, who most would say, had the biggest heart, always wanting to help out others without expecting anything in return. He was preceded in death by his brother, Donald E. "Donnie" Ryker.

Survivors include his two daughters, Dorylynn Sullivan, Helena, MT and Ayla Norris, Ft. Lupton, CO; four brothers, David Ryker (Shirley), Advance, MO, Paul D. "Doug" Ryker (Patricia), Branford, FL, Lee Ryker (Rhonda), Flora, IL and Darren Ryker, Lake City; five sisters, Diane Hilton (Matt), Columbus, OH, Donna Ryker, Olney, IL, Deena Ryker, Flora, IL, Mylene Ryker, Jacksonville, FL and Frances Dehner (Bill), Olney, IL; numerous nieces and nephews also survive.

A memorial service will be conducted on Friday, April 30, 2021 at 3:00 PM in the Gateway-Forest Lawn Memorial Chapel with his brother, Mr. Lee Ryker, officiating.

Ryker, Doran Eugene 'Pete' (I584)

2257

DORINE PEARCY
1929 - 2007

Dorine Pearcy, 77, of Zion and formerly of Westfield, Illinois, died on Sunday, July 8, 2007, at Rolling Hills Manor Nursing Home in Zion, Illinois. Dorine was born November 25, 1929 in St. Louis, Missouri. She had lived in Johnsonville, Illinois and Westfield, Illinois before moving to Zion 10 years ago. She was a member of Westfield Baptist Church. Dorine worked approximately 20 years for Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center in Coles County, Illinois. Later she worked in private homes in Lake Forest, Illinois as a caregiver. Survivors include two sons Austin (JoEllen) Kelley of Zion and Terry (Jill) Kelley of Greenup, Illinois; twelve grandchildren Heather Cummins, Heidi (Christopher) Daniels, Terri Kelley, Janie Wilkin, Barbara Kelley, Chad Pearcy, Stacie (Tom) Winings, Ralph Pearcy II, Tonya (Shane) Oakley, Stephine Chapman, Ryan Keller and Aaron Keller; twelve great-grandchildren; one sister Vivian (Wayne) Simpson of Donavan, Missouri; one niece Cheryl (Clyde) Cokely of Gibson City, Illinois; and numerous other nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Grover; one son Ralph Pearcy; her daughter-in-law Julia Spaulding; one nephew Jason Hipes; one sister Levera Hipes; and her parents Ralph and Goldie Bricker. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 11, 2007, from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the CONGDON FUNERAL HOME, 3012 Sheridan Road, Zion. A visitation will also be held at Harper-Swickard Funeral Home, 720 Monroe Avenue, Charleston, Illinois on Thursday from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 13th, at 10:00 a.m. at Harper Swickard Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Rose Lawn Cemetery in Charleston, Illinois. Memorial donations to STAR Hospice have been suggested.

Bricker, Dorine Mae (I675)

2258

Doris Ann Krutsinger, 85, of Bradley passed away on Wednesday, June 6, 2018 at Riverside Memory Care.

Yauch, Doris Ann (I238)

2259

Doris attended First Christian Church in Carmi, and enjoyed going out with the golden girls. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Red Hat Society. Doris was a hair dresser and had many interests including being an avid collector of antiques and Native American art.

Hughes, Doris (I18165)

2260

Doris Elaine (Adcock) Callahan, 82, of Clay City passed awawy at her residence on March 21, 2020.

Adcock, Doris Elaine (I47526)

2261

Doris enjoyed quilting, gardening, fishing, and taking care of her yard. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren; attending their events and playing games with them. Doris took pleasure in being around family and hosting the Christmas Eve family gathering.

Adcock, Doris Elaine (I47526)

2262

Doris enjoyed reading the bible and had recorded herself reading the entire bible. She took pleasure in crocheting and making ceramics. She often gifted her creations to her friends and family. Doris was known for her smile and her laugh. She laughed easily and often. Doris especially enjoyed spending time with her family. She was a member of Freedom Baptist Church in Noble.

Dasch, Doris Loretta (I29788)

2263

Doris Evelin "Tommie" Thomas Rosenlieb Fildes, 84, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, formerly of Clay City and Pekin, IL, passed away on Monday, December 7, 2009, at Manzano del Sol Nursing Center in Albuquerque. Doris was born July 6, 1925, in Zif Township, Wayne County, IL, to Ralph Lee and Nancy Mae (Attebury) Thomas. She was preceded in death by her brother, Glenn Lee Thomas in 2007. Doris married Edward William Rosenlieb in January 1946. He preceded her in death in November 1968. She married Woodrow Fildes in January 1975. He preceded her in death in December 2002. Doris worked at Sparton Manufacturing Company in Flora, IL for many years. She was a member of the Clay City Christian Church, in Clay City, IL, the Parkview Christian Church in Pekin, IL and the Ridgecrest Christian Church in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Surviving Doris are her daughters, Cheryl Rosenlieb Tenant and husband Bruce, Sandra Rosenlieb Carpenter and husband Darrell, Connie Rosenlieb Hudgeons and husband Edward; grandson, David Carpenter; granddaughter, Bronwen Wild and husband Kelly, and great-granddaughter, Rhiannon Joy, all of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Embracing her step-family as her own, Doris devotedly remembered birthdays and facilitated festive family gatherings for one and all. Surviving stepchildren include David Fildes and wife Chris of Tremont, Illinois, Ramona Fildes Schultz and husband Bob of Pekin, Illinois, Jeanne Fildes Kunz and husband Bill of Portola Valley, California. The family of step-son Roger Fildes (deceased) also resides in California. Doriss extended step-family included 12 step-grandchildren and 11 step-great-grandchildren. Services for Doris will be held at Ridgecrest Christian Church, 5300 Eastern Avenue SE., Albuquerque, NM 87108, NM, on Saturday, December 12, 2009 at 11:00 a.m., with son-in-law Darrell Carpenter officiating. Interment will be at Clay City Cemetery in Clay City, IL. Memorial Services will be held at a later date in Clay City and Pekin, IL. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008
Published on: Sat December 12, 2009

Thomas, Doris Evelin 'Tommie' (I15800)

2264

Doris Irene Wells, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Wells, was born at Beaver City, Nebr., March 29, 1918, and departed this life February 15, 1923, aged 4 years, 10 months and 17 days.

Little Doris had been ill for about six weeks, but was not seriously so but a few days previous to her death. All that medical skill and loving hands could do was of no avail.

Doris was a bright and winsome child and one who will be greatly missed by her loved ones of the family circle and of the community.

She leaves her father, mother, and four sisters, Mrs. Wm. T. Hess and the Misses Lucille, Florence and Dorothy Wells, together with other relatives and a host of young friends. One sister preceded her to the great beyond.

Funeral services were held at the home in Spring Green Precinct, Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. W. S. Porter, and interment was in Mount Hope Cemetery.

Wells, Doris Irene (I25426)

2265

Doris J. Greene 88, of Decatur, Illinois, passed away at 8:30 a.m., Tuesday, February 18, 2020 in St. Mary's Hospital.

Doris was born March 29, 1931, in Shelby County, Illinois, the daughter of Fred and Ruth (Denier) Gordon Sr. and was one of eleven children to that union. Doris married Keith Greene on June 30, 1947. He preceded her in death on July 1, 2009.

Doris retired as a beautician. She also had formerly worked for Decatur Public School District #61 at Eisenhower High School. She was an avid Cardinal and Illini fan. She was a member of the Prairie Avenue Christian Church and was active in the Deaconess Social Committee. Doris was known for her pie baking ability and they were often requested by her family and church friends. In retirement her last years were spent at Tanglewood Village which she loved.

Surviving are her son, Rod Greene (Patricia) of Naples, Florida; brothers, Jack Gordon (Mary) of Decatur and John Gordon (Norma) of North Carolina; grandchildren, Angela Gerber (Lenny), Matt Greene (Stephanie), Zach Greene, Luke Greene, Benjamin Bullock (Zhanna) and Justin Greene and six great-grandchildren.

Doris was preceded in death by her husband; parents; son, Gordon; daughter, Melinda Shookman and eight siblings.

Burial will be in Point Pleasant Cemetery, Long Creek.

Herald & Review (Decatur, IL)

Gordon, Doris J. (I13573)

2266

Doris Jean Rubsam, 81, of Olney, IL, died at 4:27 p.m., Friday, April 19, 2013, at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney, IL.

Visitation will be held from 12-2 p.m., Tuesday, April 23, 2013, at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney with a private family service at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with Brother Mike Knepper officiating. Entombment will be at Crest Haven Memorial Park in Claremont, IL.

Doris was born February 8, 1932, in Wheeler, IL, the daughter of Charles Ray Hanna and Mary Ann Elizabeth Padgett.

She married Walter John Rubsam on November 7, 1950. He preceded her in death on January 14, 2007.

Doris is survived by her daughter, Sharon Rubsam of Cantrall, IL; son, Tony Rubsam and wife, Marsha, of Effingham, IL; son, Bradley Rubsam and wife, Wendy, of Olney, IL; daughter, Gail Rubsam, of Cantrall, IL; grandson, B. C. Rubsam and wife, Billie, of Olney, IL; granddaughter, Nikki Rubsam Kruger and husband, Ryan, of Dieterich, IL; grandson, Tyler Rubsam, of Olney, IL; great-grandchildren, Alexis and Kaylee, of Olney, IL and great-grandson, Keaton Kruger, of Dieterich, IL.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and daughter, Jill Rubsam.

Olney Daily Mail, IL

Hanna, Doris Jean (I56205)

2267

Doris June Leak, 86, of Flora, Illinois, died at 2:15 p.m., Sunday August 23, 2015 at Evergreen Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, in Effingham, IL.

Doris was born September 27, 1928, in Wayne County, to Alva and Audrey (Fatheree) Holman.

She attended school until she reached the 8th grade, and like so many others during that time, she had to quit school to work to help provide and take care of her family. This always weighed heavy on her heart and when she was in her late sixties, she took the necessary steps to earn her G.E.D.

She married Charles Robert Leak in Henderson, KY. He preceded her on June 8, 1996.

Over the years Doris worked a couple different jobs. She worked for several years at Spartans, after which, she spent some time working in home health care. Her main job and duty was taking care of and raising her family. Doris loved to cook big family meals, where she could enjoy her children and grandchildren. When her grandchildren were in their younger years she spent many days taking care of them. This was one of her greatest joys in life.

Doris is survived by son Ed Leak and wife Linda, daughter Janice Schofield , daughter Debra Leak, son Tom Leak and wife Pearl, sister Grace Petit, eighr grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild.

Doris was preceded in death by her parents Alva and Audrey Holman and by her husband Charles Robert Bob Leak, one great-great grandchild and ten sisters and brothers.

A graveside service will be at 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 26, 2015 at Kneff Cemetery in Flora, IL.

Expressions of sympathy should take the form of donations to the Golden CircleNutrition Program.

Holman, Doris June (I52036)

2268

Doris Junkins, 86, of Noble, died at 8:50 a.m. Tuesday, June 22, 2004, at Burgin Manor in Olney.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home with Reverend Bill Rennels officiating.

Burial will be in Noble Cemetery.

Mrs. Junkins was born on March 13, 1918, in Clay County, the daughter of Charles O. and Pearl (Luke) Fryman. She married Robert L. Junkins in January 1939. He preceded her in death on January 1, 1981.

She was a homemaker.

Mrs. Junkins is survived by three daughters, Myrna Tomblinson and her husband, Joe, of West Salem, Roberta Long and her husband, Buddy, of Batesville, Ark., and Barbara Thomann and her husband, Duane, of Noble; her special friend, Wayne Ater; two sisters, Dorothy Westbrook, of Batesville, Ark., and sister, Charlene Fulk, of Noble; and nine grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, a son, Jim Junkins, two brothers, Burt and Frank Fryman, a sister, Mildred, and one grandson.

Memorials may be made to Shepard's Purse or the Gideons.

http://www.olneydailymail.com

Fryman, Doris (I362)

2269

Doris Lee (Bible) Stortzum went home to her heavenly father on Friday, July 7, 2017.

She is survived by her husband of 71+ years, August Stortzum. Doris was born in 1928 and was the daughter of Drue and Dorothy Bible of Louisville, Illinois.

August and Doris were blessed with their children, Michael and his wife Sharon of Gays, IL; Shelia Winders (husband Charles Winders d) of Cincinnati, OH; and Vicki Parker and husband Del of Atlanta, Georgia; their grandchildren, Ramona Stortzum Holdren, Erik (& wife Tara) Stortzum, Jason (& wife Amy) Winders, Amanda (& husband Michael) Winders Pazzo, Joshua Stortzum, and Natasha Stortzum; and great grandchildren Tristan Holdren, Austin, Emily and Christina Stortzum, August and Simon Pazzo, Aiden Cook; Athena, Alex and Peter Winders. She is also survived by her brother, Cleo Bible (and wife, June); her sister, Lillian Bible Mills; and her sister-in-law, Phyllis Bible.

Doris and August were most recently members of St. Johns Lutheran Church of Mattoon, IL since 1985. A service and interment for Doris will be at St. Johns Lutheran Church of Louisville, IL, 17684 East 1st Avenue at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, July 10, 2017 with Reverend Michael Mohr and Reverend Joel Oschwald officiating. A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service on Monday at St. Johns Lutheran Church of Louisville. Schilling Funeral Home is assisting the family.

As the wife of a farmer for more than 30 years, Doris learned many valuable lessons and honed her skills of gardening, baking, and her favorite, construction. The children indicated they would often come home from school and find mom had started another remodel project in their house on the Clay County line. We rejoice that she now resides in that perfect place prepared by her Savior, with no need of remodel or repair, for all eternity.

Obituary: Schilling Funeral Home - Mattoon, Illinois

Bible, Doris Lee (I4172)

2270

Doris loved animals. For many years she always had a doggie travel companion. She also enjoyed wildlife and was an avid bird watcher. She always knew every type of bird traveling through her backyard, along with all the hummingbirds, chipmunks, deer, bear and other wildlife.
Doris was always involved in community and church. She also served in The Order of the Eastern Star at the highest level of honor. She was always there to lend a helping hand and share her kindness with others.

Hasler, Doris Marie (I1182)

2271

Doris M. Pierson, a long time Colorado resident, died at her home in Green Mountain Falls, Colorado on June 25, 2019 with her family and friends by her side at the age of 86.

Hasler, Doris Marie (I1182)

2272

Doris Mae Hedrick, 83, of West Salem died Jan., 14, 2002 at her residence in West Salem.

She was born Oct. 28, 1918 in Urbana, the daughter of Fred and Ora Hudson Mast.

She married Allen Hedrick on Feb, 23, 1947 in Mayview.

Survivors include one daughter, Jane Hedrick of West Salem; four sons, James and wife Jan of Bardstown, Ky., David and his wife Mary of Petersburg, Paul and wife Katherine of Lake St, Louis, Mo., and Jerry and wife Trina of Lancaster; and eight grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Allen Hedrick; her parents; and a son, Charles.

Mast, Doris Mae (I38049)

2273

Doris Mae Poppe, age 69, of Helena died from complication of leukemia early Saturday morning Sept. 26, 2009.

A memorial service celebrating Doris' life will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, at St. Paul's United Methodist Church. The Rev. Lyle Hamilton will preside in the service.

Doris was born in Flora, Ill., Oct. 1, 1939, to Gaylord Andrew and Bonnie Eileen (Frank) Gill. She attended and graduated from Clay County High School in Clay City, Ill. Doris and Jack Poppe were married Nov. 29, 1957, in Shawneetown, Ky.

Jack preceded her in death Dec. 16, 1992.

Mom's Number One career in life was the many thankless years as the greatest housewife and mother - raising her three children (thanks, Mom). She worked outside the home at various jobs in her life including, a room attendant at the Coach House Motor Inn, McDonalds and as a security screener at the Helena Regional Airport.

Doris enjoyed crocheting, camping at her beloved Vigilante Campground, being outdoors, gardening, playing board games and cards, especially Yatzee (roll another one Mom).

In addition to her husband, Doris was preceded in death by her parents; father and mother-in-law, Lowell and Dorothy Poppe of Lewistown; brother-in-law, Norman Poppe of Helena; and infant daughter, Vonda Lynn Poppe.

She is survived by her sons, John (Kathleen) Poppe of East Helena, Lowell (Tammy) Poppe of Helena; daughter, Beverly Poppe of Helena; granddaughter, Lindsay Eileen Poppe of Spokane, Wash.; grandson, Connor Patrick Poppe of Helena; brothers, James (Carolyn) Gill of Ridge Farm, Ill., Jerry (Martyne) Gill of Dana, Ind.; sisters, Lois (Dale) Stanley of Clay City, Ill., and Kaye (Jim) Cash of Bluford, Ill.; and four great-grandchildren, Savanah Mader, Max Mader, Trey and Mason Copeland.

Memorials in Doris' name are suggested to the Cancer Center at St. Peter's Hospital C/O St. Peter's Hospital Foundation, 2475 Broadway, Helena, MT 59601.

Helena Independent Record Newspaper.

Gill, Doris Mae (I15376)

2274

Doris Marie Payne, 97, of Clay City, passed away at 1:00 PM on Monday, January 13, 2020 at the Twin Willows Nursing Center in Salem, IL.

Doris was born on October 28, 1922 in Clay City, the daughter of Pearl and Susie (Shipman) Coulter.

She married Carmon Earl Payne on October 30, 1940 and he preceded her in death on December 16, 2008.

Doris is survived by her daughter, Marjorie Sue (Dale) Eckelberry of Flora; son, Gary (Jane) Payne of Kinmundy; grandchildren, Matt (Deborah) Payne, Zack (Maria) Payne, Krysta (Michael) Crapps, Danielle (Lonnie) McElwain, April (Ryan) Adkins, Kandi (Jay) Bubonic; 11 great grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brother, Robert Bob Coulter; sister, Deloris Mae; grandson, Bryan Eckelberry; and granddaughter, Kelly Ann Eckelberry.

Doris was a member of the Clay City Baptist Church. She worked at the Clay County Hospital for many years. She also worked at the AMF Manufacturing plant in Olney for many years. She loved flowers, her grandchildren, and always had a smile for everyone. For the last several years she has resided at the Twin Willows Nursing Center in Salem.

Memorials may be made to the staff at Twin Willows Nursing Center, with checks written in care of Cathy Marble.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, January 17, 2020 at the Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Clay City with a visitation beginning one hour prior. Burial will follow in Clay City Cemetery.

Coulter, Doris Marie (I566)

2275

Doris P. Burgess, age 93, of Waverly, Kentucky passed away Saturday, November 8, 2014 at Red Banks Nursing Home in Henderson, KY.

Doris was born October 17, 1921 to Bart and Eva (Parrish) Goff Bennett.

She married Ancil Lewis Burgess on May 1, 1983 in Kentucky. He preceded her in death on March 12, 2009.

She always enjoyed seeing family, especially the grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and reading the Bible.

Doris is survived by her son: Danny Daugherty and wife Linda of Uniontown, KY; a brother: Wesley Bennett and wife Wanda of Henderson, KY; eight grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, step-father: Delbert Goff, three sisters: Opal, Ima, and Helen, and a brother: Nolen.

A funeral service for Doris Burgess will be at 1 p.m. Monday, November 10, 2014 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora, IL with visitation from 12 p.m. (Noon) until service time on Monday at the funeral home.

Interment will be in Bunker Cemetery, Rinard.

Bennett, Doris P. (I48998)

2276

Doris Thomann, 90, of Bakersfield, CA, formerly of Olney, passed away Saturday, August 13, 2016 at her home.

Doris was born on May 5, 1926 in Berne, Indiana, the daughter of Clifton E. and Louise L. (Lehman) Nussbaum.

Doris had worked as a registered nurse.

She is survived by her son, Alan (Paula) Hasler of Laguna Hills, CA; daughter, Rebecca Cole of Bakersfield, CA; son-in-law, Fred (Jan) Williams of Gallipolis, OH; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; husband, Fritz Thomann of Olney and his seven children and their spouses, grandchildren, and great grandchildren; brothers, Charles (Mary) Nussbaum of Ft. Wayne, IN, David (Carolee) Nussbaum of Berne, IN, John (Marilyn) Nussbaum of Ft. Wayne, IN; brother-in-law, Dr. DeWayne Felber, Indianapolis, IN; sister-in-law, Marie Nussbaum of Berne, IN; and John Everett's two children and three grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Carl Hasler, second husband, John Everett, her parents, two sisters, Lena Felber and Virginia McClure, and two daughters, Amy Hasler and Ruth Williams.

Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1:00 pm at the Glenwood Church, rural Noble with burial in Hanna Cemetery near Noble, IL.

Bio from Kistler Patterson Funeral Home
Olney, IL
August 16, 2016

Nussbaum, Doris Elaine (I1132)

2277

Doris was a member of the West Salem First Christian Church and the West Salem Ruritan Club.

She enjoyed being with family and friends, going out to eat and she also liked watching hummingbirds as a hobby. Doris was a good person and tried to instill those values in her children. According to her son, she had her work cut out for her! She was employed by Champion Laboratories for over 35 years, working in both West Salem and Albion.

O'Dell, Doris Lee (I39237)

2278

Doris was an avid reader and a talented line dancer. She enjoyed playing cards and swimming at the fitness center. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She loved her dogs, TC, Jaka and Kira.
Doris was a member of Gathering Point Church and Bradley Seniors.

Yauch, Doris Ann (I238)

2279

Doris was born August 15, 1926 in Ellsworth, Minnesota to Ben C. and Matilda M. Buss Welker.

August 14, 1949 she married John Ogle.

Surviving are husband, John, daughter, Teresa Stewart and Robert, brother, John C. Welker, grandchildren, Jennifer Leon, Danielle Leavell, Quinten Stewart and Dr. Gwin Stewart, great-grandchildren, Marissa Myers, Elise Leon, Julie Leon and Connor Stewart and several nieces and nephews.

Doris was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Roy Welker.

Olney Daily Mail, IL

Welker, Doris Elaine (I57352)

2280

Doris Weiler, age 77, passed away peacefully, on November 4, 2025, at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney, Illinois.

Doris was born January 1948 in Blountstown, Florida, as the oldest daughter of the late Donald and Florida Halley. She spent her childhood in Panama City, Florida, with her five siblings. Family and friends were always an incredibly important part of Doriss life.

On August 29, 1969, Doris married the love of her life, Alan Weiler. They spent the next 56 years together, side by side, travelling the world making lifetime friends wherever they went. As an Army wife, Doris held the home front as Alan served our country. She took immense pride in her children and later her grandchildren. Doris loved decorating her home for the various holidays, attending craft fairs, and Friday night card games. There was never a dull moment and always laughter wherever Doris went.

Doris is survived by her husband, Alan Weiler of Clay City, Illinois; her daughter, Shari (Kevin) Ezell of Stuttgart, Germany, and her son, Chad (Jessie) Weiler of Anchorage, Alaska; her four grandchildren, Katie Ezell, Allie Ezell, Kira Weiler, and Chase Weiler; her two sisters, Pat (Gerald) Stallings, Cindy (Gary) Holden; her three brothers, Larry (Marie) Halley, Donnie Halley, and Tony Halley.

A Celebration of Life for Doris Weiler will begin with a visitation held from 12 noon until 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. A ceremony will begin at 2 p.m. at the funeral home conducted by Todd Bettis, and will be followed by a procession to Clay City Cemetery for committal and burial.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations honoring Doris are encouraged to Wounded Warrior Project, and these may be made online at: https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org, or will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com

Halley, Doris (I33671)

2281

Doris Gma Stanley Colclasure, 80, passed away at home in Clay City, IL on the evening of January 14 2024.

She was born on February 16 1943 in Hannibal, MO to Russell and Mildred Stanley. Doris spent a majority of her years working as a waitress and she was best known as Gma to many within the community from her years working at No More Nicotine in Flora, IL. Her favorite day of the week was always Sundays when family would come to her home to enjoy Sunday dinners. For those that knew her well always knew they could find her near a gaming machine trying to win big money!

She is survived by her husband Bruce Colclasure of Clay City. Children: Jim (Sherry) Stanley of Mt. Vernon, IL, Deanna (Randy) Flood of Flora, IL, Colby Hall of Spaulding, IL, Brent (Valerie) Hall of Clay City, IL. Step-Children: Shane Colclasure of Illinois and Samantha Colclasure of Illinois. Grandchildren: Michael (Lori) Stanley of Hord, IL, Dale (Kristin) Perkins of Mt. Vernon, IL, ChyAnne (Joe) Blouin of Buckingham, Illinois. Tonya (Allen) Bonham of Flora, IL, Randel Keele of Flora, IL, Rylan (Samantha) Flood of Flora, IL, Rendell (Kaylee) Flood of Flora, IL and Trenton Flood of St. Pete, FL. Carson and Caleigh Hall of Spaulding, IL. Brandi (Austin) Runyon of Flora, IL and Samuel Hall of Clay City, IL. She is also survived by 19 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild.

Her final wishes were to be cremated and a celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date by the family. The McGriff Funeral Home in Louisville is assisting the family with the arrangements. To sign the guestbook online or share a memory of Doris, please visit www.mcgriffandtriplettfh.com.

Stanley, Doris 'Gma' (I54596)

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Doris Lucille (Quinn) Stanley, was born at home in Hoosier Township, Clay County, on January 4, 1920, and passed peacefully on July 10, 2024.

She attended a one room school house, Little Grove School, and Louisville North Clay High School. During high school, she lived at a boarding house in town with other girls, who could only go home to visit their families when the roads werent too muddy. She played basketball for one year in high school. They had a traveling team that would go to Flora for games. Their team was called the Silly Willys. She was one of 7 girls in a class of 23 her senior year and was elected President of her senior class.

Lucille attended Eastern Illinois University for 3 years and quit to take a teaching job to help her parents as the Depression Era ended. She married Delton Stanley in 1944 in Klamath Falls, Oregon where he was stationed in the US Marine Corps. They were married 56 years until his death in 2000.

Lucille completed her Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education in the summer of 1962 while coming home on weekends to review construction details on a new home they were building. Lucille was influenced by 5 of her Quinn Family aunts and uncles who were teachers. She taught at one room school houses - Rayburn, Little Grove and Jenkins Schools before finishing 30 years of teaching at Clay City Grade School with several years as the Junior High Math Teacher.

Lucille enjoyed gardening, growing a variety of flowers in her perennial garden that still burst into bright colors each year, plus planting a long fence row of pine trees and various fruit/nut trees around the farm. She found time somehow to sew most all the clothes when her children were young, from school clothes to summer outfits to winter lined coats. Summers were spent planting, growing then freezing or canning many fruits and vegetables from her many gardens. For many years, they also raised chickens, sheep, geese, cows for milking and pigs.

Delton and Lucille were always a team working together on their Hoosier Township farm planting corn, soybeans & wheat plus starting a strawberry U-Pick patch & farm market w/ pumpkins, mums, and all kinds of seasonal fruit/vegetables. They later spent 12 winters in Sebring, Florida.

Lucille had the good fortune of good health and we would like to thank her part time caregivers over the last few years - Gloria Frohning, Melody Birch, LaDonna Goodman, Alissa Morris, and Miranda Stoneking. She was able to live at home all but the last 29 days which were at the Flora, Rehab and Healthcare Nursing Home in Flora. We want to thank all the employees there for treating her with great kindness and care.

Lucille was preceded in death by her husband, parents George Andrew Quinn and Della May (Brooks) Quinn, brother Bob Quinn, grandson Daren Potts, and son-in-law Bill Potts.

Lucille is survived by 3 daughters: Linda Stanley (husband Bob Gardner) of Glenview, IL, Brenda Stanley (husband Dave Marsh) of Chandler, AZ, and Jane Potts, Louisville, IL. She is also survived by 3 grandchildren; Rebecca Bach, Barbara Baugh, and Derek Potts as well as 3 great grandchildren; Andrea Mansbery, Matthew Mansbery, and Dayana Potts.

Lucille was a lifelong member of the Illinois Teachers Association and the American Legion Auxiliary.

Funeral services to celebrate the life of Lucille will be held at 10:00 am, Monday, July 15, 2024, at the McGriff Funeral Home in Louisville with Ron Payne officiating. Burial will follow at the Floral Garden of Memories Cemetery, Flora, Illinois. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Sunday evening where friends may call from 4:00 to 7:00 pm, and then on Monday from 9:00 to 10:00 am.

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The McGriff Funeral Home in Louisville is honored to be entrusted with the families care and arrangements.

Quinn, Doris 'Lucille (I55456)

2283

Dorothea A. McHenry, 89, of Flora, IL died January 12, 2005 at Flora HealthCare Center.

Mrs. McHenry was born February 12, 1915, in Richland County, the daughter of Ray and Dessie Kistner Bryant. She married Ray W. McHenry on June 20, 1937. He preceded her in death.

She was a retired assembly worker for General Manatic and Holly Carb., a member of Louisville United Methodist Church.

Survivors include a son, William McHenry; two daughters Sharon Leach and Karen Hollingsworth; two grothers, Gene Henry Bryant and Dean W. Bryant; a sister, Leona Slagley; 11 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death were her parents, husband, son, Jerry McHenry, and a brother, Oscar Bryant.

Funeral services were held at Neal Funeral home with burial in Orchard Hill Cemetery.

(Published Hometown Journal)

Bryant, Dorothea A. (I54898)

2284

Dorothea L. Pringle, 99, of Clay City, passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2022 in Olney, Illinois.

Dorothea was born on August 7, 1923 in Noble, Illinois, the daughter of Elza L. and Grace L. (Brown) Lutz. She married Charles B. Pringle on June 2, 1941 in Lebanon, MO, and he preceded her in death on April 7, 1978.

Dorothea was very active in the Clay City United Methodist Church, where she was a long-time member. She enjoyed flowers, gardening, and spending time with her family.

Dorothea is survived by her son, Bennie Pringle and his wife, Sandy, of Edwardsville, IL; Daughter, Sharon Lyerla of Palmetto, FL; Four grandchildren; six great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; sisters Evelyn Lutz, Wilma Lybarger, Ninetta Wilson, Berneta Weiler and Lorene Mayden; Son-in-law, T. W. Lyerla; Grandson, Andrew Lyerla.

A funeral service will be held for Dorthea at Clay City United Methodist Church on 11:00 AM on Monday, December 12, 2022, with a visitation beginning one hour prior at the church.

Interment will follow the service at Clay City Cemetery.

Memorials can be made to Clay City United Methodist Church.

Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Clay City is assisting the family.

Lutz, Dorothea L. (I31296)

2285

Dorothy Bayler, 103 of Fairfield died at 11:36 AM, Sunday, January 14, 2018 at Hamilton Memorial Hospital. She was born on August 5, 1914 in Clay County, IL to George and Ida (Scrugham) Travis. In early years she had been a telephone operator before her and her husband John D. Bayler moved to their farm in 1947. Dorothy particularly enjoyed sewing and was a great bread maker. She also led a 4-H Club for many years and was a member of the First Christian Church in Fairfield.

Travis, Dorothy E. (I18176)

2286

Dorothy E. VanDyke, 95, of Flora, IL died at 9:55 AM Friday, November 6, 2009 at Clay County Hospital in Flora.

She was born July 30, 1914 in Forrest City, AR to Louis & Minnie Dorinda (Coble) Hamilton. She married Wilson Stanford on September 9, 1933 in Cisne. He preceded her in death on November 12, 1984. She later married Albert VanDyke on July 16, 1988 in Clay City. He preceded her in death on January 31, 1996.

She was a homemaker and a member of the Bethlehem Christian Church. Dorothy enjoyed making noodles and coconut pies, gospel music, and she loved her grandchildren.

She is survived by a son: Jim Stanford; a daughter: Norma Hargis; two sisters: Captola Barbee and Leona Totten; a brother: Don Hamilton; seven grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, 15 great-great-grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, both husbands, a granddaughter (Diana Lynn Stanford), four brothers (Earl, Raymond, Clint & Louis "Bud" Hamilton), and two sisters (Violet Wheeler & Lena Colaclasure).

Funeral services were held at Frank & Bright Funeral Home with Neal Kenley officiating.

Burial was in Elmwood Cemetery, Flora.

Frank & Bright Funeral Home was in charge.

Memorials may be given to Bethlehem Christian Church and may be received at the funeral home.

Hamilton, Dorothy E. (I15357)

2287

Dorothy Fern Provines, 97, of Olney, passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2017, at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney.

Dorothy was born on March 17, 1920 in Richland Co., IL, the daughter of Forrest Maywood and Blanche Alice (Berry) Provines.

Dorothy earned her bachelor and masters degrees from Eastern Illinois University. She began her career at Calhoun High School where she was teacher, principal, and boys basketball coach. She also taught at Noble High School, Casey High School, and finally Lawrenceville High School where she taught Business Education for 22 years. For three years of her career, she also served as the Assistant Superintendent of Schools in Richland County. She was a member of Illinois Education, East Lawrence Education Association, Eastern Illinois Business Education Association, and the Delta Pi Epsilon Beta Psi Chapter out of Eastern Illinois University.

Dorothys hobbies consisted of working with flowers, playing piano, collecting recipes, shopping, being a basketball enthusiast and just going places. She was a close friend of Walt Elmore and she was a faithful member of Eureka Church of Christ.

Dorothy is survived by several cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and brother, Marshall Provines.

Memorials can be made to Eureka Church of Christ.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. in the Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home, with visitation one hour preceding the service. Burial will be in Shiloh #1 Cemetery south of Claremont.

Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home
Olney, IL
September 5, 2017

NOTE: Photo used with permission of the funeral home

Provines, Dorothy Fern (I18141)

2288

Dorothy Fern Provines, 97, of Olney, passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2017, at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney.

Provines, Dorothy Fern (I18141)

2289

Dorothy G. Horton, 81, of Flora, IL died at 11:30 AM Thursday, April 28, 2011 at Good Samaritan RHC in Mt. Vernon, IL.

She was born January 12, 1930 in Pittsboro, MS to Joseph & Birdie (Poyner) Mason. She married Bailey "Pete" Horton on July 16, 1946 in Bruce, MS. He preceded her in death on May 10, 2001.

She was a homemaker, previously worked at Hella in Flora, and was of the Christian faith. Dorothy enjoyed Cardinal Baseball, Cowboy Football, and loved cooking for her family.

She is survived by two daughters: Carolyn (Lester) Beck and Deborah (Bud) Doud; son: Michael Horton; sister: Jean (Adrian) Steele; three grandchildren: Jennifer Derrer, Brian (Michelle) Beck, Dottie (Dale) Spillman; five great-grandchildren: Anthony, Ashley, Alex, Bayli and Emma.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, 3threebrothers, and four sisters.

Funeral services were held at Frank & Bright Funeral Home.

Burial was in Elmwood Cemetery, Flora.

Memorials may be made to that of the donor's choice.

Mason, Dorothy G. (I24713)

2290

Dorothy Irene (Davidson) Hayes, age 83, of Olney, passed away on Sunday, November 29, 2015 at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney.

Visitation will be Thursday, December 3, 2015 from 1-2 PM in the chapel of Thrasher Family Funeral Home. Funeral service will follow at 2 PM in the chapel of Thrasher Family Funeral Home. Cremation rites will be accorded and burial will be at Calhoun Cemetery at a later date. Reverend Eric Hopkins will be officiating.

Dorothy was born on July 17, 1932 in Olney the daughter of Raymond and Mary (Duda) Davidson.

She later married Robert E. Hayes on September 3, 1949 in Olney. He preceded her in death.

She worked in retail at Sherman's Department Store, Tresslars, Big John's in the bakery and Ben Franklin. She was Baptist by faith. She will be sadly missed by her family, friends and all who knew her.

Dorothy is survived by 2 sons, Monty Hayes, and wife Nancy of Olney and Brad Hayes, and wife Cherri of Calhoun; 2 daughters, Tammy Steckler of Olney and Cheryl Holley, and husband Joe of Olney; sister Emily Lefever of Olney; 9 grandchildren, Joshua, Jennifer, Alleigh, Sydney, Amber, Lisa, Teresa, Stan and Amiee and 6 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Hayes, parents Raymond and Mary Davidson, twin brother Richard Davidson, son Greg Hayes and son-in-law Joe Steckler.

Davidson, Dorothy Irene 'Dottie' (I56932)

2291

Dorothy J. Churchill

Mt. Erie, Ill.

Dorothy J. Churchill, 77, of Mt. Erie, died at 8:10 a.m. Tuesday, November 22, 2011, at her residence.

Mrs. Churchill was born September 22, 1934, in Joliet. She was a homemaker.

She is survived by her daughters, Cheryl Blair, of Mt. Carmel, Susan Churchill, of Sailor Springs, Connie Churchill, of Delaware, and Crystal Churchill-Tenis, of Mt. Carmel; sons, Norman Churchill Sr., of Mt. Erie, David Churchill, of West Salem, Michael Churchill, of Bridgeport, and Jesie Churchill, of Kentucky; 10 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.

Mrs. Churchill was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Norman, one daughter, three sisters, three brothers, and two grandchildren.

Funeral services were held at the Johnson & Vaughn Funeral Home in Fairfield.

Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Mound Cemetery in Pana.

?, Dorothy Jane (I55125)

2292

Dorothy J. McDowell, 95, of Olney, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at Helia Healthcare of Olney.

Dorothy was born September 17, 1930 in Clay County, Illinois, the daughter of Charles and Eva (Johnson) Myers. She married John E. McDowell on September 21, 1952, and he preceded her in death on March 13, 2018.

Dorothy and John enjoyed many mission trips together and attended missionary conferences. They were very involved with the Calhoun United Methodist Church, where she played the piano for many years, and she and John would sing specials. They also loved to go fishing and camping with their family. Dorothy also loved to cook and bake, especially homemade pies. She also was a very skilled seamstress, making all kinds of pieces throughout her life.

Dorothy is survived by her daughter, Cheryl Farrar and husband Mike of Calhoun; daughter, Beverly Harrison and husband Gerald of Olney; grandchildren, Greg (Linda) Thomas, Jennifer Quillen, Lee (Wendy) Harrison, and Josh (Christie) Harrison; great grandchildren, Bradley, Brandon, Dakota, Kristina, Kaylee, Victoria, Patrick, Joe, Naleigha, Cheyenne, Cassie, Callen, and Lana; great-great grandchildren, AddeLynn, Laklynn, Brentlee, and Juniper; brothers, Dewey (Karen) Myers and Kenny (Sara) Myers, and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Chuck Myers and Eva Myers and husband John E. McDowell.

Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Olney has been entrusted with arrangements.

The funeral service will be held for Dorothy at 11:00 AM on Thursday, November 20. 2025 at Ebenezer United Methodist Church in rural Olney, with a visitation beginning one hour before service time at the church.

Interment will follow at Crest Haven Memorial Park in rural Claremont, IL.

Memorials can be made to One Mission Society (OMS) or Ebenezer United Methodist Church.

Myers, Dorothy Jean (I863)

2293

Dorothy Jane Garrett, 46, Rt. 1, Dundas, died Tuesday, Aug. 11, 1987, in Richland Memorial Hospital.

Garrett, Dorothy Jane (I45440)

2294

Dorothy Jean Henderson, age 91, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Thursday morning, July 18, 2019, at Flora Gardens Care Center.

Henderson, Dorothy Jean (I41892)

2295

Dorothy Jean McWilliams, 79, of Olney, died at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 23, 2011, at her residence at Emerald Glen.

Visitation will be held from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home with Pastor Jim Beam officiating. Burial will be in Crest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery in rural Claremont.

Mrs. McWilliams was born October 31, 1931, in Richland County, the daughter of Owen and Mary (Sharp) Payne. She married Van T. McWilliams on January 11, 1963, in Salem. He preceded her in death on August 18, 1987.

She was a nurses aide at Burgin Manor in Olney.

Mrs. McWilliams is survived by her daughter, Marilyn Kaye O'Dell and her husband, Jerry, of Noble; daughter, Mary Jean O'Dell and her husband, Larry, of Flora; son, Vernal Cantrell, of Olney; son, Rusty Cantrell and his wife, Lisa, of Olney; daughter-in-law, Linda Cantrell, of Olney; brother, Leon Sharp and his wife, Glenda, of Louisville; grandchildren, Marla and Derek Royse, Gary and Beth Cantrell, Julie and Jerry Doan, Melissa and Jason Cantrell, Jesse and Jessica Cantrell, Jody Cantrell and Terry, Brad and Tina Stanley, Chad Stanley, Dale and Amy Pate, Amy O'Dell and Rob, Christopher O'Dell, Cory O'Dell, and Clota and Chris Ellerman; 30 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Van T. McWilliams, parents, Owen and Mary Payne; son, Don Cantrell; brother, Robert Payne; grandchildren, Scotty and Laurie; and two great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Southeastern Illinois.

Payne, Dorothy Jean (I11908)

2296

Dorothy Jean McWilliams, 79, of Olney, died at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 23, 2011, at her residence at Emerald Glen.

Payne, Dorothy Jean (I11908)

2297

Dorothy L. Bricker, 77, of Flora, formerly of Clay City, died at 9:35 p.m. Monday, September 13, 2004, at St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham.

Visitation will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Friday at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Clay City. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Clay City Cemetery.

Mrs. Bricker was born on September 5,1927, in Clay City, the daughter of Clayson A. and Nella Grace (Luke) McDovyell. She married Carl L. Gray on October 17, 1945. He preceded her in death on June 13, 1953. She married Ralph O. Bricker on December 11, 1954. He preceded her in death on February 23, 1987.

She was a retired nurses aide and a member of Flora Eagles Lodge.

Mrs. Bricker is survived by a son, Carl Wayne Gray and his wife, Karin, of Aurora, Colo.; a daughter, Patricia Bright and her husband, Eber, of Cisne; a son-in-law, Butch Harris, of Paris; a stepdaughter, Vivian Simpson and her husband, Wayne; a stepdaughter, Dorine Pearcey; a brother, Glenn McDowell; a brother, Ronald McDowell and his wife, Wanda, of Flora; a sister, Barb House, of Olney; a sister, Nella Dilly and her husband, Woody, of Olney; a sister, Kay Lomas, of Olney; a sister, Leona DiSandro, of Olney; a sister, Betty Lemons and her husband, Charlie, of Clay City; a brother-in-law, Robert Gray and his wife, Phyllis, of Olney; a sister- in-law, Leona Taylor, of Clay City; a sister-in-law, Ruth Osborne and her husband, Junior, of Springfield, Mo.; a sister-in-law, Betty Gray; six grandchildren, four great-grand- children and numerous step-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, a daughter, Martha Harris, a brother, Adrian, a sister, JoAnne McDowell, a sister, Hazel Clark, a stepdaughter, Lavera Hipes, a brother-in-law, Billie Joe Gray, and a step-grandson, Jason Hipes.

Memorials may be made to American Diabetes Association.

The Olney (IL) Daily Mail, September 2004

McDowell, Dorothy Lois 'Dot' (I5)

2298

Dorothy L. Rudolphi, 87, of Prescott, Ariz., died Wednesday, October 1, 2003, at Granite Gate Resort in Prescott, Ariz.

Visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. today with a Scripture Rosary at 7 p.m. with Reverend Fred Le Clair C.M.F. presiding at Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home in Prescott. Mass' of the Resurrection will be Saturday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Prescott with Reverend Le Clair presiding. Final Commendations and Farewell will be at Mountain View Cemetery in Prescott.

Mrs. Rudolphi was born on February 3, 1916, in Wendelin, the daughter of Ferdinand and Stella (Dorn) Kessler. She met the love of her life and married Henry Rudolphi on September 24, 1940. He preceded her in death.

She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Prescott and was very proud of her family.

Mrs. Rudolphi is survived by a daughter, Janice Chadwick and her husband, John, of Prescott, Ariz.; five grandchildren, Judie, Julie, Joanne, Jennifer and Justin; 13 great-grand-children, James, Zachary, Sarah, Jessica, John, Cole, Lexi, Brianna, Brandon, Evan, Kaitlyn, Isaiah and Rebekah; and a sister, Dertha Geier, of Olney.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 56 years, Henry, an infant son, David, and three brothers.

Memorials may be made to St. Vincent DePaul Society, 120 N. Summit Ave., Prescott, AZ 86303.

The Olney (IL) Daily Mail, October 2003

Kessler, Dorothy Lucille (I61244)

2299

Dorothy M. Bateman, 74, of Bridgeport, died at 7:43 p.m. Monday, Aug. 17, 1998, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, Ind.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Cunningham Funeral Home in Bridgeport. Burial will be in Crest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery, near Claremont. Visitation will be from 9-11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Bateman was born June 17, 1924, in Evanston, the daughter Thomas and Anna (Kadillac) Stejskal. She married Hugh A. Bateman on Sept 26, 1941.

She is survived by her husband, of Bridgeport; three daughters, Lee Bateman of Lawrenceville, Diane Cisco, of Tulsa, Jean Dickson, of Poplar Grove; one son, Skeet Bateman, of Johnsburg; two sisters, Barbara Stanberry, of Ingleside, and Mildred Geimer of Martin Grove; one brother, Thomas, of Niles; eleven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Olney Daily Mail (IL) Aug. 19, 1998

Stejskal, Dorothy M. (I48533)

2300

Dorothy M. Tucker, 91, of Mishawaka, crossed over to her Heavenly home on Wednesday, May 10, 2017, in Hospice House, Elkhart.

Dorothy was born February 26, 1926 in Masury, Ohio, a daughter of the late Guy and Estella (Evans) Litman. She grew up in Sharon, Pennsylvania and Gary, Indiana and was a graduate of Edison High School in Gary. Dorothy attended Business School in Hammond. She has been a permanent Mishawaka resident since 1999.

Dorothy was a homemaker and also was employed for 12 years as Food Supervisor at a retirement home in Bremen. She was a member of Albright United Methodist Church in Mishawaka and was active in their Mary Mission Group. She enjoyed crocheting and flower gardening.

Dorothy married Edward James Tucker on April 29, 2000 and he survives along with his children and grandchildren. Also surviving are Dorothy's three children, Kathleen (Dennis) Neff of Goshen, Keith (Christine) Erickson of Bremen and Robert Erickson of Plymouth; six grandchildren, James Gardner, Sheryl (Jason) Juday, Gregory (Angie) Martz, Jeffrey (Cheri) Erickson, Andrew Erickson, Lisa Erickson; nine great grandchildren; a brother, William Litman of Brookfield, Ohio; and a sister, Doris Kendzor of Sharon, Pennsylvania; and a sister-in-law, Patricia Litman of Masury, Ohio.

Dorothy was preceded in death by a son, Kenneth Erickson in 1975; brothers, Robert, Thomas and Billy Litman; and sisters, Ada Bemish and Mary Rodgers.

Friends may spend time with Dorothy's family Monday, May 15, from 10 am to 12 noon in Goethals & Wells Funeral Home, 503 W. 3rd Street, Mishawaka.

Services honoring the life and faith of Dorothy Tucker will be held Monday at 12 noon in the funeral home.

Burial will follow at Bremen Cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to Albright United Methodist Church or American Diabetes Association.

Litman, Dorothy Mae (I60337)

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