Patricia Darlene “Pat” Margenthaler, 79, of Jacksonville, IL, formerly of Maroa, IL passed away 3:20 PM, April 24, 2026 at Springfield Memorial Hospital, Springfield, IL.

Calvert Funeral Home Maroa, IL is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Glenda Lynn Church, 78, of Decatur, IL passed away 1:01 AM, April 21, 2026 at Flanagan Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, Flanagan, IL.

Services will be 11 AM Saturday, April 25, 2026 at Calvert Funeral Home, Maroa, IL with Rev. Julie Dowler officiating.  Burial will follow at Maroa Cemetery, Maroa, IL. Visitation will be 10 – 11 AM Saturday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be directed to the Maroa or the Forsyth United Methodist Church.

Glenda was born May 24, 1947 in Decatur, IL the daughter of V. Glen and Georgia Evelyn (Owen) Thomas. She was married to David Michael Church from 1967 until 1979.

Survivors include her daughters, Michelle (Arin) Reinhart, Tuscola, IL and Julie (Jeff) Crabtree, Maroa, IL, six grandchildren, Morgan (Cody) Glick, Forsyth, IL; Makaylee (Colton Gruen) Church, Cerro Gordo, IL; Maggie Crabtree, Bloomington, IL; Austin Church, Decatur, IL; Olivia Crabtree, Chicago, IL; and Dalton Scott, Fort Riley, KS; and three great grandchildren, Easton Gruen, Briella Gruen, and Kollyns Glick, sister-in-law, Patricia Thomas, Clinton, IL, and lifelong friend, Sharon Parrott, Forsyth, IL.

Glenda was preceded in death by her parents, two sons, David Allen Church and Daniel Lee Church, and one brother, Richard “Dick” Thomas.

Glenda was a previous member of the Forsyth United Methodist Church, the Order of the Eastern Star, All States, and the exercise group at the Maroa Public Library. Glenda attended Brown Business College, Richland Community College, and received her Bachelor of Science from Greenville College.  She worked for Illinois-Missouri Rx for the 16 ½ years then worked as an Assistant for District #61, Decatur Public Schools.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Kenneth Leo Lynch 64 of Clinton, IL, formerly of Lane, IL passed away 1:31 AM, April 17, 2026 at his residence, Clinton, IL.

A Celebration of Kenny’s life will be 6 PM Wednesday April 22, 2026 at the Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL. Private family burial will be at Oak Park Cemetery, Clinton, IL at a later date.

Memorials may be directed to Cancer Care Center, Decatur, IL.

Kenneth was born May 13, 1961 in Clinton, Illinois the son of Albert Leo and Gladys (Murphy) Lynch. Kenneth and William started their journey together January 17, 2005.

Kenny leaves behind his longtime companion, William Manion, Clinton, IL.  He is also survived by his loving sister, Judy (Robert) Van Fossan, Clinton, IL; nephew, Shane (Abby) Van Fossan, Heyworth, IL; his great niece and nephew, Hadley and Weldon, Heyworth, IL; his dear cousin, LaDonna Barringer, Lane, IL and her family.  LaDonna, Judy, and Kenny all grew up together in Lane.  Kenny leaves behind his stepchildren:  Tara (Will), Seth (Rachel), Cody (Jessica) and all their children including one great-grandchild.

Kenny was preceded in death by his parents, and three nephews.

Kenny graduated from Clinton High school. He worked at Revere Copper and Brass, Inc. Clinton, IL and for the last 25 years he worked at Progressive Impressions, Bloomington, IL and Taylor Corporation in printing.  He was an avid fan of Spring and Summer.  Kenny loved going to Florida and spending time on the beach and ocean.   Kenny loved dogs and always had one to take care of.

A special thanks to the Cancer Care Center in Decatur that treated him like family.  He was a very kind, compassionate, quiet soul who will be missed by everyone who knew him.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Rose Mary Smith, 63 of Clinton, IL, passed away 11:50 PM April 13, 2026 at her home in Clinton, IL. 

Services will be 10 A.M. Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with Pastor Jonathan Roberson officiating. Visitation will be 9 – 10 A.M. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be directed to the Rose Mary Smith Memorial Fund.

Rose Mary was born October 1, 1962 in Moweaqua, IL the daughter of Brady and Rose Lee (Smith) Smith. 

I was at the grocery store when you passed. I picked out baby’s breath and some pretty flowers to fill the empty vase in my apartment. I didn’t know you were gone yet. I didn’t know when you called, and it went to voicemail, those would be the last words you ever spoke to me, mommy. I didn’t know our last hug was our last hug. I didn’t know our last “I love you”, would be our final “I love you”. The world is funny, mommy. I think it knew that your pain was starting to get too heavy for you, so it gave it to me. But don’t worry mom, I’ll carry it for both of us. I’ll take the weight off of you. And finally, mommy, I think I will set it all down. I can leave it there and let it go. It won’t hurt anymore. I’ve finally learned that we can leave the vase empty mom, because all of the pretty flowers in the world could never be enough to fill it. 

Survivors include her daughter, Patricia Rose Smith; siblings, Evelyn Beightel, Clinton, IL, Alvin Smith, Ridge, TN, Julie Moore, Clinton, IL, Clifford Smith, Clinton, IL, and Crystal McConnell, Lafayette, IN.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and her brother, Dennis Smith.
Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Farmer City -- Jeanetta WB Snipes, 89, of Urbana, formerly of Farmer City, went to be with her Lord and Saviour on Monday, April 13, 2026, at 2:30 a.m. at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana.

A Celebration of her life will be held at a later date.

Jeanetta Jones was born on December 10, 1936, in Booneville, Missouri, the daughter of Roy Winiford and Irene Nellie McLean Jones. She was united in marriage to the love of her life, Archie Ray Snipes, on February 14, 1953. She couldn't wait to be reunited with him. He preceded her in death on December 8, 2014.

Surviving Jeanetta are her three children: Thressa (Bryan) Todd, Allen Snipes, and Greg (Lori) Snipes; nine grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great-grandchildren, plus another great-great-grandchild coming soon; and one brother-in-law, Jerry Snipes. 

Jeannetta lived at Prairie Winds Assisted Living in Urbana. She enjoyed sharing her faith in Jesus with other residents and staff. She loved hanging out with her grandchildren. 

She enjoyed going on car rides and fast food.  She loved her dog Toby and was looking forward to seeing him again. 

Jeanetta was the former owner of Angel Bear Ceramics in Farmer City and Allied Printing in Mahomet. 

Memorials may be made to her family.

Atlanta, IL – Robert Kevin Blythe, 73, of Atlanta, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026, at Carle BroMenn Medical Center in Normal.

Visitation will be held at Quiram-Peasley Funeral Home on Friday, April 10, 2026, from 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Masonic Rites will begin at 7:00 p.m.

Graveside Services and Burial will be held at the Keller Cemetery in Lovington on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.

Robert Kevin Blythe was born June 25, 1952, in Decatur, the son of Robert Eugene and Ruie Moses Blythe. He was united in marriage to Jeannine Elder on December 15, 1979. She survives.

Kevin is also survived by children: Nanette (Keith) Mathews, Leslie (Sean) Masterson, and Josh (Michele) Brown; son-in-law Marshall Mikesell; grandchildren: Blade Mathews, Summer Mathews, Chuck Mathews, Emily Masterson, Jillian Masterson, Ellie Grace Masterson, Anna Mei Masterson, Molly Masterson, Cullen Masterson, Avarie Brown, Emmett Brown, Colton Bradshaw, Cameran (Erin) Bradshaw, Gracie Bradshaw, Josie Mikesell, and Rowan Mikesell; and great-granddaughter Julia Bradshaw; and one sister: Debra (Steven) Brown.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and daughter Lori Mikesell.

Kevin graduated from Lovington High School and then Lakeland Community College. He had worked for Thermogas as a manager and for Armtech as an insurance adjuster and supervisor. He was a member of the Atlanta United Methodist Church and Atlanta Masonic Lodge #165 A.F. & A.M. where he had served as Master at least 14 times. Kevin loved raising horses and in his spare time worked with leather and repaired saddles. He volunteered with the Atlanta Fire Department and the Logan County Mounted Police, “The Posse.”

Memorials may be made to the Atlanta Rescue Squad.

Final arrangements are entrusted with Quiram-Peasley Funeral Home of Atlanta.

Tracy Ann Flannery, 55, of Clinton, IL passed away 8:28 AM, April 3, 2026 at Audrey Court, Clinton, IL.

Services will be 11 AM Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with Pastor Nick Blacklidge officiating.  Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, Clinton, IL.  Visitation will be 10 – 11 AM Tuesday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be directed to the Special Olympics.

Tracy was born April 18, 1970 in Chicago, IL the daughter of Jerome Flannery and Shirley (Hampe) Flannery, Folz.

Survivors include her uncle and aunt, William and Frieda Kay Hampe, Aurora, IL; aunt, Phyllis Hampe, Merrillville, IN; cousins; Joseph (Christine) Hampe, Augusta, ME, Patricia (James) Pochron, Crown Point, IN; and long-time companion, Donald Welch, Clinton, IL. 

Tracy was preceded in death by her parents.

Tracy was very involved with and competed in the Special Olympics in her youth winning many medals. She greatly enjoyed bowling and swimming along with being an avid Chicago White Sox fan. 

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

David William Becker, 75, of Farmer City, IL passed away 11:58 AM, April 2, 2026 at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana, IL.

Services will be 11 AM Monday, April 13, 2026 at Calvert Funeral Home, DeLand, IL with Pastor Jonathan Roberson officiating.  Burial will follow at DeLand Cemetery, DeLand, IL with Military Honors.  Visitation will be 10 – 11 AM Monday at the funeral home. 

Memorials may be directed to the DeLand American Legion Post #102.

David was born December 16, 1950 in Monticello, IL the son of Lyle G. and Norma M. (Smith) Becker.  He married Valorie Dale Nettleton February 17, 1973 in DeLand, IL.

Survivors include his wife, Valorie Dale Becker, Farmer City, IL, children, Michele (Ryan) Hobbs, Bellflower, IL and Bradley Becker, Bellflower, IL, two grandchildren, brothers, Kenneth (Sharon) Becker, DeLand, IL and Joe (Debbie) Robbins, Stokesdale, NC. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Tony Becker; and one sister, Kathy Becker.

David served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War and was truck driver. The biggest joy in his life was spending time with his family. 

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Maroa, IL - Cheryl M. Agee, 59, of Maroa, passed away at her home surrounded by her family on Sunday, March 22, 2026.

Cheryl Marie Miles was born on May 3, 1966, in Monticello, the daughter of Bruce Lee and Norma Lee Miles. On July 14, 1989, she married Woodrow Terrell Agee. He survives.

Cheryl graduated from the Maroa-Forsyth High School in 1984. She worked a few jobs before starting her career at Millikin University in the mailroom where she made all students and faculty feel welcome and loved, and at Ameren as a security officer. Her goal was to always support her family and be a friend to all those who knew her.

Her hobbies included watching her sons play sports, doing photography, and spending time with family and friends; she loved playing with her grandchildren.

Cheryl was a woman of strength, grace, and unwavering love for her family. Even in the face of her illness, she carried herself with resilience and a spirit that inspired everyone around her. She had a way of making people seen, valued, and deeply loved — whether through her kind words, her laughter, or simply her presence.

Along with her husband, surviving are her two sons, Andrew (Lauren) Agee and Aaron (Camilyn) Agee; two grandchildren, Ayden and Emma Agee; her father, Bruce Lee Miles; two sisters, Tammy (Bill) Rentmeister and Connie (Mike) Solimanto; one brother, Ed (Shelli) Miles; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive.

She was preceded in death by her mother Norma Miles, sister Debbie Cook, and nephew Evan Workman.

Memorials may be made to the Maroa-Forsyth High School Baseball program.

Graveside services for Cheryl will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Maroa Township Cemetery, and will be followed by a celebration of life at the Maroa Community Center (119 W Main St, Maroa, IL 61756) at 12:00 p.m. Any and all are welcome to attend both. If you know Cheryl, she never turned anyone away and would like all to remember and celebrate her.

Peasley Funeral Home in Lincoln is assisting the family with arrangements.

Ellen K. (Moberly) West, 78 of Clinton, IL passed away 10:09 P.M. March 28, 2026 at Gibson City Hospital, Gibson City, IL.

Services will be 11 AM Friday, April 3, 2026 at the Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with Brent Zastrow officiating. Burial will follow at Mausoleum Park Cemetery, Clinton, IL. Visitation will be 4 – 7 PM Thursday, April 2, 2026 at the funeral home.

Memorials may be directed to Clinton Eagles #593 Auxiliary Scholarship Fund.

Ellen was born January 18, 1948 in Clinton, IL the daughter of William “Bill” E. and Olive G. (Gibson) Moberly. She married Kenneth “Bill” West May 13, 1989 in Bourbonnais, IL. He passed away June 26, 2008.

Survivors include her brother, James “Jim” Moberly, Clinton, IL, stepchildren, Scott West, Buffalo, NY; Brian West, Buffalo, NY; Stephanie (David) Sawyer, Clarence, NY; David (Erin) West, Buffalo, NY, 9 step-grandchildren, Danielle Keitel; Joshua (Fiancée, Courtney Schott) West; Tyler (Julie) West; Nicolas West; Julianna West; Andrew Sawyer; Audrey Sawyer; Samuel West; Ruby West, step-great granddaughter, Emma West, and special friend & cousin, Kenova Hicks, Clinton, IL.

Ellen was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, and great grandson, Everett West. 

Ellen graduated from the Clinton High School in 1966. She was an English Teacher for 34 years before retiring in 2005 from the Bradley Central Junior Highschool, then became a member of the teacher retirement system. She was a member of the Wapella Christian Church and the Clinton Eagles #593 Auxiliary. She enjoyed crocheting, golfing, tending her flowers, shopping, and especially spending time with her family. 

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Marla R. Elderton, 76 of Clinton, IL passed away 9:58 AM March 20, 2026 at the Arc at Normal, Normal, IL.

No services are planned at this time. The family entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with cremation rites.

Marla was born August 25, 1949 in Clinton, IL the daughter of William and Harriet (Best) Griffin. 

Survivors include her brother, John (Jan) Griffin, Clinton, IL, sister, Sarah Griffin, Lakewood, CO.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Larry W. Wickenhauser, 84, of Heyworth, IL, passed away at home Tuesday, March 17, 2026.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Monday, March 23, 2026, at Calvert-Belangee-Bruce Funeral Home, Heyworth, IL. A memorial service will follow at 1:00 p.m. also at the funeral home with Pastor Carl Johnston officiating.  Memorial donations may be made to the Heyworth American Legion or Heyworth Fire and EMS.  Calvert-Belangee-Bruce Funeral Home of Heyworth, IL, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Larry was born July 21, 1941, in Clinton, IL, a son of Louis O. and Pearl A. (Green) Wickenhauser.  He married his wife of 60 years Nancy Simpkins May 2, 1965, in Heyworth, IL.  She survives.

Also surviving are two sons Jerry (Amy) Wickenhauser and Ronny (Debbie) Wickenhauser; grandchildren Adam Wickenhauser, Megan (Ed) McKinley, Austin Wickenhauser, Jack Wickenhauser, Ruth Wickenhauser, Phillip (Kaiti) Markusson, and Bradley Markusson; and one great-grandchild on the way.

He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, and one sister.

Larry worked for 30 years for Wickenhauser Construction alongside his dad and brother.  He then worked as a custodian for the Heyworth Grade School for 20 years.  Larry loved traveling to the Smoky Mountains. He was an avid Illini and Cub fan. Most of all, he enjoyed watching and traveling to his grandchildren’s sporting events especially Adam playing in the 2014 State Basketball Championship game and his granddaughter Megan cheerleading.

Paul Michael Schmid, 65 of Waynesville, IL, passed away March 17, 2026 at his residence, Waynesville, IL.

Visitation will be 4 – 7 PM Sunday, March 22, 2026 at Our Lady of the Prairie Parish St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Wapella, IL. Graveside services will be 10 AM Saturday, March 28, 2026 at St. Patrick Cemetery, Wapella, IL with Fr. Thomas Szydlik officiating. The family entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL with arrangements. 

Memorials may be directed to Wapella Fire Dept., DeWitt County Community Mental Health Board, or a charity of the donor’s choice. 

Paul was born to Edward C. and Joyce E. (Wakefield) Schmid, Jr. December 31, 1960. He was the last baby born that year at the old St. Joseph Hospital in Bloomington, IL and made the newspaper.

Paul grew up on the family farm walking beans, baling hay, farming, mowing grass, and doing a lot of maintenance, building, and repairs. As a small boy, Paul loved his collection of padlocks and keys he carried around in an old woolen bag. When he was young, Paul raised rabbits and chickens, supplying the family with plenty of eggs. Paul learned to cook these eggs in bacon grease but would throw them out and start over if he broke a yolk. 

He worked several jobs including Revere Copper & Brass, Portec, Syngenta, CBRE, and the Wapella Auction House. Paul recently retired from the Village of Wapella as Maintenance Supervisor. He was very skilled at fixing or repairing just about anything. Frequently, he helped out family, friends, and neighbors doing odd jobs. 

He was a Wapella Wildcat, graduating in 1979. Paul overcame alcohol abuse in 1987. Since 2001, he continued to farm the homestead that has been in the family for over 100 years. 

Survivors include his siblings, Judy Mowery, Heyworth, IL; Larry (Kathy) Schmid, Waynesville, IL; Marti (Rene Stidham) Schmid, Macks Creek, MO; Chris (Fritz) Robinson, Kenney, IL; Bonnie Schmid, Clinton, IL; and Kevin (Debby) Schmid, McLean, IL, sister-in-law, Jane Schmid, Heyworth, IL, uncles, Charles Thomas, Waynesville, IL; and Jim Easter, AZ; along with many nieces & nephews, great nieces & nephews, cousins, and special friends. 

Paul was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Steve Schmid and Philip Schmid, sister-in-law, Margaret Schmid, and brother-in-law, Larry Mowery. 

The family would like to give a special “Thank you” to the Wapella Fire Department, DeWitt County EMS, and DeWitt County Sherriff’s Department. 

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Linda A. Levesque, 80 of Kenney, IL formerly of Mechanic Falls, ME, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2026. She was born March 19, 1945, in Rumford, ME, the daughter of Flora Soper and Clarion (Pug) Child. She married the love of her life, Robert J. Levesque Sr on Nov 26, 1971. She worked in the Bakery at Wal-Mart. She Loved to bake, especially Cakes. Also loved Bingo, Fishing, Crocheting, Playing Pool and Slots but, most of all her Husband and Family.
  
She is survived by Daughters Jane Spurling and husband Chris of Madrid, ME, Carol Kinder and husband Buzz of Ramah, CO; Jacqueline Pelletier and husband Bob of Poland, ME, Cynthia Bolduc and husband Marcel of Auburn, ME, Julie Emerson and husband Ken of Poland, ME, Sons John Ethridge and wife Beth of Prentiss Township, ME, and Billy Ethridge also of Prentiss Township, ME; David Levesque and wife Leanne of Kenney, IL, Sister Clarissa (Ricky) Collins of Auburn, ME, Brothers Harold Soper Jr. of Auburn, ME, Donald Soper of Auburn, ME, Bruce Soper and wife Liz LeBlanc also of Auburn, ME, also several grandchildren; great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
   
She is predeceased by husband Robert J. Levesque, Sr; parents Flora Soper and Stepfather Harold Soper Sr. and Clarion (Pug) Child and stepmother Dorothy Child; 2 Stepsons Robert Levesque Jr., and Stephen M. Levesque; Daughter Shannon Levesque; Sister Susan Bowden, Brothers Norman Child, Robert (Bobby) Soper, Irvin Child. 

Family and friends may attend visiting Hours on from 2:30 – 3:30 PM Saturday, March 21, 2026 at Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL followed by funeral services at 3:30 PM with Fr. Thomas Szydlik officiating. There will be a small Graveside Service sometime this summer at the Riverside Annex Cemetery, Paris Hill Rd., South Paris.
 
We Love and Miss you Mom!!!

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com

Earle A. Cagle, 66, of Sherman passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026 at his home after being diagnosed with cancer.

A Visitation for Mr. Cagle will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Williamsville Christian Church in Williamsville.

A Memorial Service for Mr. Cagle will be held on Tuesday, March 17,2026 at 5:00 p.m. at the Williamsville Christian Church in Williamsville with Mr. Shane Sims officiating. A meal will follow the funeral service at the church.

Burial will be at a later date at the Edinburg Cemetery, Edinburg, Illinois.

Earle Allen Cagle was born on October 1, 1959 in Taylorville, Illinois the son of Lloys Lane and Judith Carmen Williams Cagle. On November 3, 1984 , he married the love of his life, Teresa (Terri) Lessen. Together they built a life and raised their family in Edinburg, Ill., where they lived until 2018, when they moved to Sherman, Ill., to be closer to their beloved granddaughters. 

Earle is survived by his devoted wife, Terri, his son: Jeremiah (Christina) Cagle, his daughter: Jillian Cagle and her boyfriend Cody Johnson; and his two cherished granddaughters Emma and Grace. He is also survived by his parents, his brother Douglas (Kim) Cagle, along with several nieces, nephews and mother-in-law: Andra (Donald Stanfield) Lessen.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, two uncles, father-in-law: Marvin E. Lessen and brother-in-law Jake Lessen.

Earle graduated from the Edinburg High School in 1978. He was employed at HSHS St. John's Hospital working in Security and later as a diesel mechanic for RUSH Trucking..

His hobbies included hunting, fishing and watching TV Documentary's. Earle's granddaughters, Emma and Grace, were the most important part of his life. One of his favorite traditions was promising them that if they worked hard and brought home good grades, he would take them out to lunch and give them $100 each to go shopping- a memory they will always treasure.

Earle will be remembered for his love of family, his generosity, and the joy he found in spending time with the people he loved most. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. 

Memorials may be made to the  Pradir-Willi Homes 36100 Genesee Lake Road Oconomowoc , Wi., 53066 or Williamsville Christian Church.

Peasley Funeral Home in Lincoln is in charge of arrangements.