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Charles Roger Henry, 78, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2024, at his residence in Plant City, Florida. Roger was born in Robinson, IL to Charles O. Henry and Carol (Smith) Henry. Roger was raised by his mom and dad, Leland Jean, and Carol (Henry) Spaugh. He lived a full and vibrant life. Roger held a deep passion for collecting carnival and other precious glass and found great joy in traveling, fishing, watching NASCAR and the NFL, and of course in spending time with family whenever possible. He also loved to cook and found many mouth-watering recipes on the internet. Roger pursued higher education at Northern Illinois University and SIU Edwardsville before embarking on a successful...

Tamra Lynn Kidwell, 75, of Oblong, IL, passed away at 5:23 PM EST Thursday, October 24, 2024, at Harrison's Crossing Health Campus, Terre Haute, IN. Tamra was born January 4, 1949, in Palestine, IL, the daughter of Noel and Audrey Michl Ikemire. She married Jerry Keith Kidwell July 10, 1971, in Oblong, IL. He survives in Oblong. Also surviving are their sons, Ryan (Shelly) Kidwell of Oblong and Jason (Laura) Kidwell of Clinton, IN; five grandchildren, Gage Kidwell of Jasper, IN, Grant Kidwell and Genna Kidwell of Oblong, and Andrew Kidwell and Aaron Kidwell of Clinton, IN; one brother, Greg (Susan) Ikemire of Newton, IL; two nieces, Kristi (Charley) Stone and Kelly (Scott) Engstrom all of...

Estell Eugene Keys, 74, of Willow Hill, Illinois, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side, on Friday, October 11, 2024, at 2:08 a.m. at Union Hospital in Terre Haute, Indiana. Estell was born to Lorance Keys and Bertha Ellen (Walters) Keys, and married the love of his life, Cathy Jo (Snodgrass) Keys, on April 24, 1971. They shared over 50 years of marriage before Cathy's passing on May 22, 2024. Estell faced many years of illness but never let it diminish his spirit. Selflessly, he always put his wife Cathy and his family first, offering them care and support even in his own struggles. A true family man, Estell cherished time spent with his loved ones. Estell worked for...

Dennis "Denny" Paddick, 75, of Oblong, died Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital from complications from multiple sclerosis. Denny was born at home in Chauncey on July 4, 1948, to Lyle and Ruby (Madden) Paddick. He grew up on a farm in Hardinville and graduated from Oblong High School in 1966. On July 29, 1967, he married Sherry Taylor. Denny loved farming and often said how he missed it. He enjoyed buying and selling farm machinery, visiting with friends at the lot, and going to farm sales no matter how bad the weather was. He was also a big toy tractor collector. Denny was a loving husband, father and grandfather who would do anything for his family. Over the years, the...

Mr. John W. Collings, 93, of Robinson, IL passed away Sunday January 28th, 2024, in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loving family. John was born February 7, 1930, in Fox Township, Jasper County, IL to Clarence and Jennie (Ochs) Collings. John graduated from Teutopolis High School in 1948. Shortly thereafter, John married Cathern P. "Cate" (Smith), and they remained married until Cate's untimely passing in spring of 1957. John then married Virginia (Cassady) on October 25th, 1958. She preceded him in death on 10/12/1982. A proud veteran, John served with distinction in the Army during the Korean War. During his deployment, he earned many accolades including the Bronze Star. The...

Mrs. Juanita Bowman, age 88, of Oblong, IL passed away Friday, December 1st, 2023, at Person Memorial Hospital in Roxboro, NC. Juanita was born December 8th, 1934, in Pulaski, KY to George and Lissie Sears. She married the love of her life, Loris Bowman, on May 10th, 1952, and began raising a family. The two were married for an incredible 63 years until the death of Loris in 2015. Juanita was an avid runner. Her first marathon was the St. Louis Marathon where she set a record time for her age bracket in 1987. She competed in four Boston Marathons, competed in the Sage City 10k in Monticello, IL as well as marathons in Chicago, Louisville, Las Vegas, Kansas City, and South Bend, Indiana....

Retha Ruelene Spaugh, 93 of Oblong, IL passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Ridgeview Health and Rehab Center in Oblong, IL. She was born October 31,1929 in Hammond, IN to the late Clarence Ray Smith (1944) and Priscilla Sylvia (Brownfield) Smith (2001). Retha graduated from Oblong High School. She married Lloyd Pete Spaugh on November 2, 1947 (who preceded her in death in 2007). Retha spent the first 20 years of marriage devoted to caring for her 5 children, before she started working at the Heath Candy Company. She retired after working nearly 25 years. Retha was an active member of Cornerstone Wesleyan Church. She served as a board member for many years, taught Sunday School, and in...

Barbara A Kaley, 95, of Bement, IL, passed away on Monday, January 9, 2023, in Lexington, S.C. Funeral services will be held at 1 1 A.M., on Thursday, January 19, 2023, at the Bement United Methodist Church, 249 N. Piatt St., Bement. Visitation will be held from 10:00 A.M. until time of services at the church on Thursday. The Pastor Naomi Roberts will officiate. Burial will be in the Bement Township Cemetery, Bement. Memorial contributions can be made to Bement United Methodist Church. Barbara was born on May 5, 1927, in Robinson, IL, a daughter of Leonard L. and Lucia A. Jones Schemekau. She married the Rev. Jack WD Kaley on January 25, 1948, in Robinson, IL., and he passed away on...

Nina Faye (Littlejohn) Rodrick, 90, of Oblong, IL passed away on Friday November 25, 2022, at Arbor Rose Memory Care in Robinson, IL. She was born on December 5, 1931, in Martin Township, Crawford County, Illinois. She was the daughter of Forrest and Dorothy Fern (Midgett) Littlejohn. Nina was a farm wife, cook at Chauncey Grade School, Salesclerk for The Christian Book Store in Olney, Illinois, sold Home Interiors for several years and was waitress/cook at the snack bar in Harmon's Drug Store in Oblong, Illinois. She was a member of the Morning Glories Home Extension, Oblong Roadrunners and had served as a fair Superintendent in the Floral Hall for the Crawford County Fair for many...

Robert Leon "Bob" Slane, 90, of Oblong, IL passed away Monday November 21, 2022, at his residence. He was born in Yale, IL on April 19, 1932, to Cecil LeRoy and Audrie Faye (O'Dell) Slane. On October 22, 1955, he married Ellen Rebecca Spence, who preceded him in death on March 10, 2001. He is survived by four daughters and son-in-law Martha Connely, Robinson, IL, Barbara and Robert Powers, Annapolis, IL, Victoria Slane, Robinson, IL and Patches Slane, Robinson, IL Celebration of Bob's Life will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday November 26, 2022, at Pulliam Funeral Home in Oblong, IL. Burial will be in Debord Cemetery in rural Yale, IL. Visitation will be held from 11:00 A.M. until...

Treva Janet (Blankenbeker) Beals, 88, of Marshall, IL, formerly of Oblong, IL passed away on Sunday October 30, 2022, at Willowbrook in Marshall, IL. She was born in Clark County, IL near Moonshine on October 13, 1934, to Edgar and Faye (Chapman) Blankenbeker. On May 16, 1954, she married Ervan Eugene "Gene" Beals, who preceded her in death on April 7, 2010. In the 60's Treva worked at the telephone company in Oblong. She then went on to work for the United States Postal Service for many years. She was the Postmaster at Palestine, St. Elmo, and Oblong, retiring in 1999. After retirement, she worked part time for Stewart Security in Robinson, IL. Treva was a member of the Evangelical...

Donna Jean (Lane) Frapp, 86, of Oblong, IL passed away on Monday October 24, 2022, at Crawford Memorial Hospital in Robinson, IL. She was born in Havana, Illinois on October 26, 1935, to Norman H. and Rosalie (Rice) Lane. On November 12, 1953, she married Norman Abner Frapp, who survives. She is survived by her husband Norman A. Frapp, Oblong, IL, three daughters Linda Walton, Calhoun, GA, Brenda Keller, Goodiesville, TN and Norma Lewis, Rantoul, IL; a son and daughter-in-law Timothy and Angela Frapp, Robinson, IL; grandchildren Leigh Walton, Randy Crump, Matthew and Vivian Barche, Donyl Lewis, Katrina Lewis, Donald Lewis Jr., Jordan Frapp and Cassidy and Logan Phillippe. She is also...

Marilyn Lee Michl, 88, the "Bend" area, passed away Friday September 30, 2022, at her residence. She was the daughter of Chloris L. and Thelma P. (Kirts) Ikemire. On November 29, 1952, she married Grover Cleveland Michl who passed away on October 29, 2019. Marilyn is survived by a son and daughter-in-law Jeff and Cheryl Michl of The Bend; two grandchildren David and Becky Michl of Robinson, IL and Kathryn Michl of The Bend. Celebration of Marilyn's Life will be held at Noon Wednesday October 5, 2022, at Pulliam Funeral Home Oblong, IL. Burial in St. Valentine Cemetery. Visitation is 10:00 A.M. till time of service. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be made to the Bend...