All Obituaries

Mary Ellen Gocken, 82, of Ridge Farm passed away on October 13, 2021, at her home with her daughter at her side.  Mary Ellen was born on October 10, 1939, to John and Betty (Smitley) Becker.  The both preceded her.  She was also preceded by her husband, Daniel; her daughter, Charlotte; and her son, John.   She will be dearly missed by her daughter, Debra Donaldson (Billy); her nine grandchildren: Jacob (Shanna) Collom; Jessica (Michael) Rakes; Jaydan Hardy; John Michael...

Dale R. Williams, 52, of Georgetown, IL., passed away at 3:20PM on September 20, 2021 at Carle Hospital in Urbana, IL., after a long battle with Covid 19. Dale was born on July 2nd, 1969 in Danville, Illinois, to Loyde and Geraldine Williams, the youngest of four children. Dale was married to Melissa (Souders) Williams in Danville, IL., and together they had five children. Those who will miss him include: his children, Justin (Megan) Souders of Springfield, Missouri, Kayla (Derek) Fox of...

Melissa L. Williams, 54, of Georgetown, IL., passed away on September 17th, 2021 at 10:34PM at OSF Sacred Heart Hospital in Danville, IL.  She was born on November 15th, 1967 in Danville, IL. Melissa was the daughter of Elsie Osborn who proceeded her in death. She was married to Dale Williams who passed away on September 20th, 2021. Those who will miss her dearly include: her children, Justin (Megan) Souders of Springfield, Missouri, Kayla and (Derek) Fox of Attica, IN., Kyla Miethe,...

John Joseph Griffis of Gessie, IN passed away at ? on September 10,2021 at OSF Hospital in Danville. John was born May 27, 1952 to Mark and Lois Griffis. He was raised by his aunt and uncle Norman and Mary Barr.   John graduated from North Vermilion High School in 1970 and worked for Ameren Electric as a lineman for 42 Years. He retired in 2012.   John married Mary McHenry on July 8, 1977. They had two sons, Adam (Kari) Griffis of Overland Park, KS and Matthew (Kassi) Griffis...

Tamara Lynn Dillon or better known as “Wormy” was brought into this world May 12, 1976 in Danville, IL. She was the daughter of James H. and Kathy M. Dillon, who loved her dearly. Tamara was known her entire life for her contagious laugh and smile, she lit up every room she walked into and could make anyone laugh with her witty jokes. She was the definition of compassion, and her soul radiated love. She was pure sunshine in human form. Tamara dedicated her life to taking care of...

Pamela Anne Edmond (Lawrence), 71, of Georgetown passed away September 6th, 2021 in Danville, Illinois. Pamela was born in Saint Louis, Missouri on August 13, 1950.  She is the daughter of Mr. Roy E. Edmond and Mrs. Mabel (Dee) M. Arnold (Edmond) of Danville, IL., they preceded her in death. She is survived by two daughters, Kim Harris of Danville, IL and Veronica. One son, Matt, three nieces; Lisa (Lovell) DELVA of Georgetown, IL, David Gonzales of Hoopeston IL Pat (Powell) Whitaker...

Lloyd (Sonny) R. Lucas II of Danville, IL, died August 28, 2021. He was born November 14, 1949. He was the son of Lloyd R. Lucas and Evelyn Lucas. Sonny was preceded in death by both parents. Sonny is survived by his daughter - Jennifer (Dave) Schnell of Western Springs, IL, son - Murphy Taylor Lucas of Lockport, IL, five sisters - Barbara (Lucky) Somers of Temescal Valley, CA, Linda (Bob) Agnew of Melissa, TX, Kristy (Dan) Jeakins of Plano, TX, MarySue Lucas of Cedar Park, TX, Jill (Matt)...

Janet L Morgan of Oakwood, born to Jean and Carl Hicks of Danville on March 16th, 1948, went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 21st, 2021, at Carle hospital. Her sons Jim and David were at her bedside as well as her daughter in law Sandy Morgan. Janet married her love James Morgan on September 25th, 1965. They had three wonderful sons Jim (Amey) Morgan, Joe (Tawnya) Morgan, and David (Sandy) Morgan. In her younger years, Janet was a CNA, she also worked for Clem the Cleaner and...

James “Jim” Chandler, 69, of Georgetown, passed away on August 16, 2021.  He was born on January 22, 1952, to Jack and Jane Chandler.  He is survived by his wife Sandy (Dill) Chandler, children Christopher (Susan) Sollars, Stacie (Mike) Sollars, James (Marie) Chandler, and Jodie (Richie) Ingram, grandchildren, Quentin, Lucas, Sophia, Jazlin, Jaycelin, Harper and Finley and his sister Karen (John) Kirk. He was preceded in death by his...

Debra (Debbie) Eileen Richards, 44, of Danville passed away unexpectedly in her home over the weekend. She was born on October 9, 1976 in Danville to Max and Alice (Arnold) Heidrick. Debbie was the youngest of three children. Debbie was married to John Richards on August 13, 1999 and together they had 3 children, Deborah (Paige), John and Samantha. Debbie had 2 children previous to this unity, David Darner and Sarah Ball. Debbie was loved dearly by her children and lit up every room she...