Janis L. Weaver, 64, of Champaign, passed away on June 5, 2026, after a long 3 years of battling breast cancer.She is survived by her beloved son, Matthew, her mother, sister, nephew, sister-in-law, two nieces, many friends, and cat, Wabash.Janis was born in Buffalo, NY on July 4th, 1961. Her family relocated to Tennessee for…
Vickey McDonald, 71 of Urbana passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026, in Gilman, Il. Born on April 7, 1955, in Urbana Vickey’s life was marked by dedication, service, and a profound love for her family and friends.Vickey proudly served in the United States Army from 1975 to 1980, a period during which she was…
Judy Checker, a cherished and vibrant soul known for her dedication to faith, family, and the arts, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026, in Urbana. Born on February 28, 1943, in New York, Judy lived a life rich with purpose and heartfelt connections that touched many.A devoted member of the New Covenant Church in…
Barbara Louise Kirby, 95, of Urbana, Illinois, passed peacefully on May 24, 2026. Born on August 25, 1930 to Lula and Arthur Phillips, the youngest of ten siblings, she lived a long and vibrant life, independent in her beloved home until the end. She loved flowers and good food, was a skilled homemaker and former…
On Friday, May 22, 2026, Rita Gold passed away at the age of 94.Rita was born July 31, 1931, in Hoopeston, IL, to Edward and Eva Swanson. She graduated from John Greer High School and married James Ralph Neal in 1952, who preceded her in death.She would then marry Robert Gold in 1956, and together…
George Minneman, of Urbana, was born on May 12, 1947, in Goshen, NY and passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026.George was preceded in death by his parents, Minnie and William Minneman of Hartford, KY and his brother, James “Jim” Minneman of Pennsylvania.He is survived by his loving wife, Mary Minneman of Urbana, IL; his…
Mary Jane (Krzyzek) Tuttle passed peacefully on May 9, 2026, at her home in Champaign, surrounded by her family. Born June 6, 1945, in Mendota, Illinois, to Ruth (Gillan) and Anthony Krzyzek. Preceded in death by her parents, her husband Jack, 4 siblings, several nieces and nephews, many friends, and countless cats.Mary Jane graduated from…
Ardell Ralph Traeger of White Heath, Illinois, was born on September 6, 1949, in Mascoutah, Illinois, and passed away on May 3, 2026. He was surrounded by his family at the time of his death and welcomed into the arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ. He was preceded in death by his parents, Adolph and…
Laura J. Shuler Battle, 72, of Champaign, left this world on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at her home. She was born at Chanute Air Force Base in Rantoul on August 1, 1953, the daughter of Clarence and Evelyn Shuler. Laura married the love of her life, Roger D. Batlle, on August 2, 1974, and they…
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