Bonnie Kay Rife, 74, of Paxton, passed away at 4:06 a.m. Monday, July 21, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family. Per her wishes, there will be no services. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date. Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center's Lux Chapel, 1551 E. Grove Ave., Rantoul, IL,…
Rita J. Buenting, 87, of Rantoul, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 20, 2025, in Monticello, Illinois. She was born in Rossville, IL, on July 11, 1938, the daughter of Joseph and Margie Clementz. On February 20, 1957, Rita married the love of her life, Vernon "Pete" Buenting, and they spent 65…
Jaxon E. Coleman, 13, of Rantoul passed away at 11:57 p.m. on Friday, July 18, 2025, at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. He was born on November 1, 2011, in Urbana, Illinois, the son of Byron and Danielle (Pritchett) Coleman. Jaxon was cherished dearly by his family and will be remembered for his joyful spirit and…
Gerald W. Sarver, 87, of Rantoul, Illinois, passed away peacefully on July 9th, 2025, at OSF Hospital in Urbana, Illinois. He was born on November 13th, 1937, in Pembroke, Virginia. He was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, retiring after 27 years of service in 1984 as a Master Sergeant. Gerald was a…
Raul “Mike” San Miguel, 79, of Penfield died Tuesday, July 1, 2025.Mike was born on July 22, 1945, in Las Cruces, NM, to Josephine (Alderete) San Miguel. He attended Las Cruces High School, wrestling for the Bulldogs, taking gold at state his senior year and helping the team win the state championship in 1964. After…
On Friday, June 20th, 2025, Elizabeth (Lisa) Ann Martin departed from this earth to her new life in Heaven. She is a beloved daughter, sister, a beautiful mother, aunt, and a friend to all.She was born on October 10th, 1963, to two wonderful parents, Robert and Judy Mechelhoff, who raised her with faith and strong…
Rosemary Hewerdine of Rantoul, IL, known for her Second Choice thrift shop, passed away peacefully at home on June 19, 2025, at the age of 93.She was born in Pesotum, IL, on May 8, 1932, to Joseph and Ruella Irene Kappes and raised by Frank and Mary Scheurich from Ludlow, IL. Rosemary graduated from Rantoul…
Yvonne Wiesner left this world peacefully at her home in Penfield, on June 9, 2025, one day after her 81st birthday. She was born on June 8, 1944, in Cologne, Germany.A woman of great spirit and enthusiasm, Yvonne found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She was a fan of Bingo and delighted in playing slots,…
Pedro G. Sanchez Jr., passed away on June 6, 2025, at the age of 53 in Rantoul, IL. He was born on October 7, 1971, in Watseka, IL.Pedro attended Parkland College and worked for UNFI Supervalu in Urbana. His infectious spirit and love for playful banter made him a joy to be around, leaving a…
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