James T. Schmelzle (Jim), 73, of Rantoul, passed away peacefully at home on September 5, 2025, surrounded by his beloved family. He was born on April 23, 1952, in Battle Creek, Michigan, the son of William and Doris Schmelzle.He is survived by his beloved wife, Anne M. Schmelzle, daughter, Valerie (Jeremy) Paceley, and grandchildren, Stephen,…
Nancy A. Padilla, 93, of Rantoul, passed away Saturday, August 30, 2025, at home surrounded by her family.Nancy was born March 22, 1932, to T. Earl and Vera Stephens (McClellan). She married Charles A. Padilla on July 29, 1951, in Chicago, IL. Together, they had five children: Charles S. Padilla of Delaware, William Padilla (Tammy)…
Robert Lee “Smitty” Smith, also lovingly known as “Sonny,” age 80, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, passed away on August 25, 2025. He was born on July 17, 1945, in Murfreesboro to the late Jesse Floyd Smith and Tommie Lee Simmons-Smith.Smitty proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for 20 years. He worked as…
James “Jim” Richardson — affectionately known as “Papa,” “Dad,” and “Pop” — passed away after a long, courageous, and fiercely fought battle with cancer. He faced every challenge with grit and grace, never losing his sense of humor or his deep love for those around him.Born on December 31, 1937, at home in rural Ludlow,…
Alice Ellis 101, of Rantoul Illinois passed away on August 16, 2025, at 10:09pm in Gifford Illinois.She was born on September 10, 1923, on the family farm in rural Thomasboro, IL. Alice was the daughter of William “Bert” and Ethel (Babb) Collins.Alice married William “Bill” Ellis on April 23, 1946, at her parents’ home in…
Tommie Emberson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away onAugust 15, 2025, at the VA Hospital in Danville, Illinois. Born on April 2, 1945, inIndianapolis, Indiana, Tommie was a man who embraced life with a joyful spirit and adedication to his family.Tommie served his country honorably in the United States Air Force, an experience…
Russell M. Schwab, a proud patriot and caring soul, peacefully departed this life on August 9, 2025, in Paxton, Illinois, at the age of 62. He was born on July 11, 1963, at Chanute Air Force Base in Rantoul, Illinois.A proud member of his community, Rusty enjoyed sharing his passions with those around him. He…
Mary Ellen Lambert, 93, of Rantoul, passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2025. She was born in Decatur, IL on January 28, 1932, the daughter of John Oliver Knotts and Sallie Ann Knotts.Mary is survived by her children, Jerry Knotts of Decatur, Carol Taulbee of Melvin, Debbie Calvillo of Rantoul, Patty McNamara of Paxton, Webster…
Leon Rocker of Gifford, Illinois, passed into the arms of his Savior on August 1, 2025, at Country Health Care & Rehab in Gifford.was born on October 4, 1942, to Chris and Anna (Osterbur) Rocker. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Gifford and sang in the choir. He was a…
Mildred Lou (Delva) Yagich passed away at the age of 98 on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. Millie was born March 13, 1927 to Henry and Lillian (Rippon) Delva near Westville, IL. She grew up in Westville, IL with 3 brothers, Henry, Robert, and William. All of her brothers and parents preceded her in death. She…
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