Francene Ann Ford, a beloved wife, mother, and Nana, passed away surrounded by her loving family, on November 24, 2024, at the age of 75. She was born to Frankie and Anna Baxter on February 11, 1949. She grew up and graduated from Stephen Decatur High School in 1967. Upon graduation she pursued...

Anita Louise Amos, 83, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 23, 2024, in Decatur, IL. She was born on January 15, 1941, in Peoria, IL, to John and Louise Boyer. She was lovingly known as Nana to her six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. To everyone...

Margaret Catherine Shepherd, 85, passed away at 4:59 P.M. on Saturday (11-23-2024) at St. John’s Hospital Springfield, IL. Margaret was born on September 30, 1939, in Bay, AR, the daughter of Joseph A. Stewart and Elzia Esther (Lynn) Stewart. She married Jerry Lynn Shepherd on June 27, 1981, in...

Je’Taun “JeJe” Irons, age 52, was born in Chicago, Illinois to Patricia & Steven Irons Sr. on October 7, 1972, and peacefully passed away on November 20, 2024, surrounded by her loving children. Je’Taun’s legacy is one of compassion, dedication, and unwavering love for her family and...

Bartley Allen Kraeger, 49, died on November 19, 2024, at St. Louis University Hospital surrounded by loving family. Bart was born in Decatur, IL, on March 7, 1975, the son of William and Gayle Kraeger. He grew up in the Decatur area, graduating from Warrensburg-Latham High School. Bart worked in...

Louise Bailey, 81, passed peacefully Monday, November 18th at her home in Decatur, IL. Her spirit is carried on by her 3 surviving children, 6 grandchildren, and 4 siblings. Louise was loving and was loved. While her absence brings us great sorrow, we have been forever touched by the light of her...

Carrol Sue Osborn Bray, 85, of Decatur, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024 in Clinton. She was born in Decatur on January 17, 1939, a daughter of the late Earl Oliver Osborn and Leah Evelyn Hart Wooley. She married Lewis Dean Bray in Decatur on May 25, 1956, sharing 66 years together until...

David “Dave” Kenton Staff, 63, of Decatur, IL, got to meet Jesus on Friday, November 15, 2024, after a brief bout with an aggressive cancer. He was born on February 21, 1961, in Danville, IL, to Lawrence “Larry” Marche Staff and Katherine “Kathy” Hulda Harting Staff. He worked at Ameren Illinois...

Natalie Jane Charles, 91, passed away at 9:17 a.m. on Friday, November 15, 2024, at her home. She was born on May 14, 1933, in Mt. Erie, IL, a daughter of the late Glen and Helen Hornback. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by: children, Lawrence Charles, Betty Parsano, and baby...

Shirley Ann Chervinko, 91, of Decatur, Illinois, passed away November 14, 2024, at Imboden Creek Living Center. Shirley was born in Nokomis, Ilinois, on January 16, 1933, the daughter of Mervin and Gladys (Barnstable) Aumann. She was a member of the Nokomis High School graduating class of 1950....

Frieda Janes, 80, of Blue Mound, passed away on Wednesday (11-13-2024). Honoring Frieda’s wishes cremation will take place at Graceland Fairlawn Crematory. There will be no public services at this time. Private inurnment will be in Graceland Cemetery at a later date. The family of Frieda Janes is...

Duane Eugene Lawrence, 72, of Sullivan, Illinois, passed away on November 12, 2024. Duane was born in Decatur, Illinois, on August 4, 1952, the son of Everett Lawrence and Virginia (David) Lawrence of Warrensburg. He graduated from Warrensburg-Latham High School and married Mary Cathern Lawrence...