Patricia Ann Fox, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois. She was born June 5, 1935, in Danville, Illinois, daughter of the late Pearl William and Cleo Haze (Hopkins) Dowers. Patricia married Joseph Fox on July 10, 1954, in Charleston, Illinois, and he preceded her in death. She is survived by two daughters: Diana (Bob) Kmetz and Teresa (Mark) Steinbaugh; her grandchildren:...

Robert A. Miller, 75, of Westville, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at his home. He was born July 30, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois, son of the late Daniel and Frances (Maire) Miller. Robert married Patricia Mathes on December 22, 1973, in Danville, Illinois, and she survives. Also surviving are two sons: Peter (Rebekah) Miller and Robert Daniel Miller; two grandchildren: Lincoln Miller and Grant Miller; and one sister Carolyn McCarty. Robert was preceded in death by one...

Mabel Boernson went to be with the Lord April 16, 2024, at Hawthorne Inn in Danville, Illinois. Mabel Lucille Rose was born February 23, 1929, to Robert Lee and Lillie Ann Eskridge Rose in Holt, Kentucky. She married Earl Beaver in 1948 and they had 4 children. He passed away August 26, 1998. Mabel was a CNA for many years and loved helping people. She is survived by her children Linda (Gene) Zick of Greenville, IL and Gary (Julie) Beaver of Westville, IL; grandchildren Michele (Bradley)...

Ronald Eugene Lee, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 15, 2024 at the age of 81, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, community spirit, and family. Ron was born on September 9, 1942, in Hammond, Ind, to Emerson E. and Dolores J. (Cook) Lee. He grew up in the Batestown area and attended Diamond Grade School, Oakwood High School, and Danville Junior College. He was known for his friendliness, his dedication to...

Danville – James “Jim” William Truskosky, 82, of Danville passed away at 10:39 AM on Friday, April 12, 2024 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana. He was born October 27, 1941 in Danville to Charles and Alma (Rose) Truskosky. He married Glenda Powell with whom he had four children. Jim and Glenda later divorced but remained good friends until her passing. He is survived by his children, Teresa (Jeff Goodner) Bruso of Danville, Jamie (Brad) Jolley of Tilton, Jim (Buffy...

Blanche Omerine Russian, 104, of Westville passed away on April 12, 2024 at Hawthorne Inn in Danville. She was born on March 12, 1920 in Westville to the late Louis and Georgette (nee Champomier) Parmentier. She graduated with the Class of 1939 from Westville High School.             Blanche married John “Catlin” Russian on July 1, 1944 in Westville. They spent a wonderful 45 years together before his passing in September of...

Sherry Dieu, 76, of Paris, IL, passed away on April 12, 2024 at Twin Lakes Rehab and Healthcare Center.  She is survived by her sister Gina Noerenberg, brother Randy (Patricia) Ford, Daughter Linda (Donald) Clarey, son Robert (Donna) Dieu, grandsons Ryan (Erin) Wells, and Blake (Sarah) Wells, great-grandchildren Thomas, Alyssa, Taylor, and Gavin Wells, and many other family members and special friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, her daughter Shantel Wells, her true love...

David L. Chestnut of Champaign was called to heaven on April 12, 2024 after a battle with brain cancer. He was born October 6, 1957 in Springfield, Illinois, the second child of William G. and Florence Chestnut. She survives. He is also survived by his wife, Cynthia, of Champaign and brothers William F. (Kim) Chestnut of Pleasant Plains, Mike Chestnut (Donna Davlantis) of Springfield, Tim (Marina) Chestnut of Rochester, and James (Elaine) Chestnut of Riverton. Also surviving are his sisters...

Leona Elizabeth Dufour Hardesty, 76, of Danville, died on Friday, April 12, at Carle Hospital in Urbana, IL. Leona was born on February 6, 1948 in Danville, IL the daughter of Louis Emile Dufour and Helen Leona Orr Dufour. She married David Wesley Hardesty Jr. on January 10, 1967 and he survives. Leona and David recently celebrated 57 years of marriage. Leona is also survived by two children, Melanie Ann (Jeff) Sweet of Savoy, IL and David Wesley (Emilee) Hardesty III of Danville, IL. four...

Robert L. Jolley, 44, of Danville, Illinois passed away on Thursday, Aprill 11, 2024, at OSF Sacred Heart Medical Center in Danville, Illinois. He was born October 6, 1979, in Danville to Lita (Teeters) Trimble. Surviving along with his mother are his two daughters: Kelsie Jolley and Carrie Jolley; his significant other: Mitzi Fox; two granddaughters: Lilian Jones and Novalee Jones; and his brother: Joel (Kelly) Alvarez. Robby was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother Marcella...