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passed away on August 24, 2012, approximately six weeks following the death of her husband of nearly 70 years, Wayne R. Brodine. Jean was born in Galesburg to Nina and Jewell Scott on September 22, 1920 and is survived by her son, Jeffrey (Joan) Brodine of Urbana, Ohio and daughter Lynn Brodine of Rye, Colo. She had three grandchildren, two nephews and two nieces.
She graduated from Galesburg High School 1938 and attended Knox College, where she was a member of the Delta Delta Delta Sorority. She married Wayne Brodine on November 21, 1942 in Calif. In 1946 the family moved to Indiana, where they raised their family. In 1984 she and her husband moved back to Galesburg, where they resided until their deaths. Jean was a golfer and participated in tournaments both in Indiana and at the Soangetaha Country Club.
Private family memorial services will be held at a later date. Hinchliff-Pearson-West Funeral Directors and Cremation Services are assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

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born October 16, 1922 in Sedalia, Kentucky, died on August 24, 2012 at Manor Care nursing home, Rolling Meadows, Illinois
Her loving husband, Moses Murrell, preceded her in death on April 11, 1985. She is survived by her daughter, Joyce (and Albert) Kimbrough of Arlington Heights, IL; granddaughters, Kellie Mahone of Little Rock, AR and Kammie Allen of Naperville, IL; and two great-grandchildren, Austin and Bria Allen.
Lavern was raised in a loving family on a farm in Kentucky, along with five sisters. Her parents (Sumner and Janie Love) were strong, loving Christians.
Lavern, husband and daughter moved to Galesburg, IL in 1953. The transition (with the help of loving Galesburg relatives) was pleasant. She became a very proud member of Allen Chapel AME Church and a proud member of the Social Service Club of Galesburg, IL. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, and arts and crafts. She was an immaculate housekeeper, so much so that one felt the need to remove one’s shoes upon entering her home. She worked part-time for the Galesburg School District as a cafeteria supervisor, which she enjoyed immensely.
Lavern was a very proud, strong-willed woman, who was raised in Kentucky during the Jim Crow era. There, she witnessed and experienced the practice of racial discrimination. As a result of her upbringing, she fought this practice by advancing the goals of the NAACP, setting a proud example for her daughter and grandchildren to do the same.
Lavern will sorely be missed by her ever-loving family.
Funeral services will be 1:30PM Friday, August 31, 2012 at the Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel with Rev. Tyson Parks officiating. Visitation will be from 12:30PM to 1:30PM at the Chapel. Burial will be in East Linwood Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church. Online condolences maybe made at www.h-p-w.com.

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69, of Galesburg, Ill., died at 9:40 pm Sunday, August 26, 2012 in Heartland Health Care Center.
He was born December 27, 1942 in Galesburg, Ill. the son of Donald and Vivian M. Coziahr Eby. He is survived by his brother, Lowell D. Eby of Keller, Texas and four nephews, Kent Barrington of Alexis, Ill. John Aaron Barrington of Dunlap, Ill., Eric Eby of St. Louis, Mo., and Ryan Eby of Allen, Texas. He is preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Myrna Barrington in 1992.
Dwight served in the US Navy for 4 years from 1962-1966.
He worked as a machine operator for Butler Manufacturing for 30 years. He had also worked for Brown Specialty for 7 years. He graduated from Little York High School in 1960 and American Institute of Commerce Trade School in 1961.
Graveside services are scheduled for 10:30 am Friday, August 31, 2012 in Ontario Cemetery, Ontario, Ill. Deacon Jim Haneghan will officiate. There will be no visitation. Cremation will be accorded. Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel is assisting the family arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

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91, of Galesburg died at 8:10 am Thursday, August 30, 2012 in Heartland Health Care Center. Services are pending at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel.

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86, of Winfield, IL and long-time Galesburg resident, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on August 26, at Wynscape Nursing Center in Wheaton, IL.
Mary was born on August 3, 1926 in Cuba, IL, the daughter of Alfred and Nellie Preece Leyshon. She is the devoted wife of the late R. Ivan Lindbeck, treasured mother of Deborah Lindbeck Carlson and son-in-law Craig Carlson and beloved grandmother of Grace Carlson of Wheaton, IL.
Mary and Ivan were wed on August 17, 1947 and they were blessed with 47 years together. Mary loved life at Lake Bracken, where she lived with her family for 23 years. From 1973 through 1986, Mary resided in Williston, South Carolina with Ivan, returning to Galesburg upon their retirement. In 1999, upon the arrival of her beloved granddaughter, Grace, Mary moved to Winfield, IL to enjoy life with her family.
Mary was raised in Knoxville and graduated from Knoxville High School. She attended Brown’s Business College in Galesburg and worked as a secretary at Illinois Power Company and Burlington Northern Railroad in Galesburg. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Galesburg and in recent years, St. Paul Lutheran Church in Wheaton, IL.
Known for her beautiful gardens, gracious hospitality, creativity and zest for life, being a grandmother became Mary’s greatest joy. A tireless volunteer and caregiver, Mary found her purpose in serving others. She especially enjoyed her volunteer work at Cottage Corner in Galesburg. A treasured friend and “Grandma Mary” to so many, Mary will be remembered for the unconditional love, devotion and care she gave to her family and friends. Mary was truly a gift to all that knew and loved her.
Survivors include daughter Deborah Lindbeck Carlson, son-in-law Craig Carlson and granddaughter Grace Carlson of Wheaton. Others mourning her passing include: nephew Pete Boynton and wife Judy of Galesburg; great niece Laurel Brill (John) and her children Ashleigh and Alex of Lombard; dear friend Gwen Kirkendall; sister-in law Sylvia Lindbeck of Kansas City, KS; Jan Page of Galesburg and many dear nieces and nephews across the country. Mary is preceded in death by her parents; brothers A. Blair Leyshon(Eileen) and Norman Leyshon (Ocie) and sister Muriel Leyshon Boynton(Gabby).
Services for Mary will be held on Saturday, September 8th at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Galesburg, with a visitation at 10:00 a.m. until start of the service. Burial will be at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens in Galesburg. A memorial service to celebrate Mary’s life will follow in Wheaton on Saturday, September 15th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Wheaton. Memorials in Mary’s name may be made to Honey Rock Camp c/o Wheaton College, 501 College Ave. Wheaton, IL 60187 or to Trinity Lutheran Church, 304 East Ferris Street, Galesburg, IL.

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51, of Waynesville, MO, passed away Wednesday, August 29, 2012.
Mr. Williams is survived by his five children: Amanda, Timothy, Tevin and Terin Williams, all of Waynesville and Tallsha Williams of Peoria, IL; mother and stepfather: Winifred Elaine and Leroy Mack of Peoria, Il; father: Tannie Williams of Galesburg, IL; five siblings: Stanley Trent of Atlanta, GA, Roland Williams of Galesburg, IL, Rosemary Williams of Galesburg, IL, Kevin Williams of Etteville, AR and Kenny Cunningham of Dubuque, IA; grandfather: Charles White of Galesburg, IL and one granddaughter: Alisia Monique Nicholson-Williams of Peoria, Il; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be 1:00PM Thursday, September 6, 2012 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Visitation will be held from 11:00AM to 1:00PM Thursday at the Chapel. Burial will be in East Linwood Cemetery.

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82, of Galesburg, Ill. died 12:05 p.m. Saturday, September 1, 2012 at his home.
He was born September 3, 1929 in Waterloo, Iowa to Ernest M. and Mildred Hanss Oakman. He married Mary Jane Donaldson in Rock Island, Ill. in 1955. She preceded him in death in 1967. He later married Carolyn Ruth Thompson-Wilkins June 10, 1972 in Galesburg. She preceded him in death June 18, 1997.
Surviving is a son Mark E. (and Deborah) Oakman of Galesburg, a step son, Charles H. Wilkins of Belding, Mich., a daughter Bonnie (and Paul) Yard of Galesburg, a step daughter Bonnie (and David) Kniss of Galesburg, nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents and a brother.
John graduated from Galesburg High School in 1948. He then served in the United States Army for two years and was stationed in Germany. He worked for A&P Grocery Store in Galesburg for eight years and then Illinois Power Company as a drafting engineer for 26 years. He retired in 1974. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Galesburg.
Cremation will be accorded with a memorial service 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 8, 2012 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Rev. Daniel Siems will officiate. Visitation will be 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at the chapel. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church or American Cancer Society. Online condolence may be made at h-p-w.com

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57, of 804 E. Paris Ave., Peoria Heights, Ill. died at 5:14 a.m. Saturday, September 1, 2012 at her home.
She was born July 26, 1955 in Galesburg, Ill. to Robert E. and Roberta M. Day Cozad. She married Duane Edwards in Galesburg.
Surviving is her father, Robert E. Cozad of Galesburg; three daughters, Stephanie Edwards of Peoria Heights, Sylvon (and Justin) Davis of Rio, Ill. and Shonda Reed of Galesburg; two sisters, Christine Cozad of Galesburg and Deborah (and Steven) Rehn of Plano, Texas; five grandchildren and three great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother.
Graveside service will be 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 5, 2012 at Abingdon Cemetery, Abingdon, Ill. Rev. Don Reynolds will officiate. Visitation will be 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Memorials may be made to the family. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

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75, formerly of 953 Florence Ave. and most recently a resident of The Kensington, died at 9:07 p.m. Sunday, September 2, 2012 in Galesburg Cottage Hospital.
Verla Lee Rylander was born March 9, 1937 in Galesburg the daughter of Robert and Velma Lee Rylander. She graduated from Galesburg High School in 1955 and married Lyle Miles October 9, 1955.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Barbara Lincoln; and a brother, Billy Rylander.
She is survived by her four children, Roger (and Linda) Miles of Wataga, Ill., Cathy (and Jack) Smith, Wayne (and Angie) Miles, and Karen (and Bruce) Crawford, all of Galesburg; five granddaughters; a grandson; and two great grandsons.
Verla was artistic and industrious. She worked as an interior decorator for Pittsburgh Paints and Sherwin-Williams and later as a sales representative for Wagoner Printing in Galesburg. She loved to garden and lived in Bishop Hill for several years where she owned a small herb and flower business, Carlsdotters Herbs and Everlastings. Her beloved basset hound, Nutmeg made national news, sauntering down Bishop Hill’s Main Street in a CNN special about the Swedish community. Verla ended her working career as a marketing specialist for KCCDD in Galesburg, retiring in 2005.
She was a life-long member of First Lutheran Church and was an active member of the Luther League during her school years.
Verla loved to read, fish, garden and work with the soil. She loved to talk politics, collect antiques, and watch Green Bay Packers football. She enjoyed a good margarita now and then, loved all things Swedish, and her favorite part of the day was her first cup of coffee in the early morning hours on her deck, overlooking her gardens.
Cremation will be accorded with private family burial later in Memorial Park Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to a celebration of Verla’s life Friday, September 7, 2012 from 4 to 7 p.m. in the Garden Room at The Kensington, 311 E. Simmons St. in Galesburg. Memorials may be made to Guardian Angels Humane Society. Hinchliff-Pearson-West Funeral Directors and Cremation Services is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

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age 84 of rural London Mills, died at 3:09 am Wednesday, September 5, 2012 at the Care Center of Abingdon.  Funeral arrangements are pending at the Hinchliff-Pearson-West Abingdon Chapel.

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87, of Galesburg, died at 2:06 a.m. Wednesday, September 5, 2012 in Galesburg Cottage Hospital.
She was born July 23, 1925 in Galesburg the daughter of Emmet Charles and Amy Agnes Clutz Holmquist. She married Charles Rollin Wetherbee on June 26, 1949 in Galesburg. He preceded her in death on October 2, 2003.
She is survived by two sons, James Wetherbee of Galesburg and Thomas (Lisa Joyce) Wetherbee of Piedmont, Calif.; two daughters, Sara (Barry) Koeneke of Hallsville, Mo. and Jane (J.C.) Wise of Woodstock, Ill.; six grandchildren, Zachary Koeneke, Benjamin Wetherbee, Jackson Wetherbee, Charles Wetherbee, Cooper Wetherbee, and Grady Wetherbee; and her elder sister, Betty Mae Shepherd of San Rafael, Calif.
Herbie graduated from Galesburg High School and Knox College/Cottage Hospital School of Nursing with her B.S./R.N. She worked for two years as supervisor of obstetrics at Galesburg Cottage Hospital before starting her family. She was a founder of the Craft Shop at Cottage Hospital and was a former board member at Cottage Hospital. Herbie had been a member of Soangetaha Country Club, the Mosaic Club, P.E.O., and Pi Beta Phi at Knox College.
Private family graveside service will be Saturday, September 8, 2012 in Memorial Park Cemetery. At Herbie’s request, there will be no visitation. Memorials may be made to the Knox College Wetherbee Scholarship Fund or the Helen Wetherbee Nursing Scholarship Fund c/o the Galesburg Community Foundation. Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.
The four children are hosting a casual gathering for friends of the family in remembrance of Herbie on the Vitale Patio at Soangetaha Country Club from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday.

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87, of Galesburg, died at 11:25 a.m. Wednesday, September 5, 2012 in Seminary Manor.
She was born November 22, 1924 in Galesburg, the daughter of the late Crescent Edward Worden and Victoria L. Worden (n. Swanson). She married Francis C. Nelson on April 12, 1947 in Galesburg. They commemorated their 65th wedding anniversary in 2012.
Eileen was the loving mother of twins, Karen (James) Lloyd of Elm Grove, Wis. and Sharon (David) Kuhn of Deerfield, Ill. She was the precious grandmother of Evan (Christina) Lloyd of Bel Air, Md., Emma Lloyd of Elm Grove, Wis., Elizabeth Kuhn of Astoria, N.Y., and Patrick Kuhn of Deerfield, Ill. She was the dear sister of C. Edward (Doris) Worden Jr., Joan (and the late Lee) Webber, and Thomas (Judy) Worden. Her husband Francis passed away Wednesday June 27, 2012. She is survived by many loving family members and friends.
Eileen graduated from Galesburg High School in 1942 and worked at the Illinois Camera Shop for over 10 years. She spent a year and a half in the Panama Canal Zone with her husband during the Korean War. An avid golfer, Eileen played for many years in both ladies leagues at Bunker Links Golf Course, scored a hole in one in 1991, and played her last round at Pebble Beach in Calif. in 2005. She also bowled in a senior league at Northgate Lanes with Francis. Eileen enjoyed gardening and cooking. She was a lifetime active member of Corpus Christi Catholic Church and prepared salads for many funeral receptions. She will be dearly missed.
Visitation will be from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2012 in Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 273 S. Prairie St., Galesburg. Burial will follow at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Galesburg. Memorial contributions may be made to Corpus Christi Catholic Church or the Galesburg Rescue Mission. A reception in the parish hall will follow the burial. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

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89, formerly of Dahinda, Ill. died Monday, August 20, 2012 in Johnston City, NY. She was born September 6, 1922 in Huntington, Ind. the daughter of Harold and Wilma Hazel Ellison Brenneman. She married Howard Naslund on August 18, 1946. He preceded her in death in 1989.
She is survived by her children: Natalie (and Art) Hanson, Howard “Dick” (and Cheryl) Naslund, and Deborah (and husband Randy Acker) Naslund; her grandchildren: Amy and Erik Hanson and Kathryn Morell, Sterling, Skye, Neelam, Kalindi, and Cambria Naslund, Erin and Jay Acker, and her great grandchild, Jade Morell. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Leota Rendleman, numerous nieces and nephews and their extended families, by a special “granddaughter” Melanie (and Dean) Zioze, and their family, and by many friends and bridge partners. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her dear brother (her 2nd birthday present), Bruce Brenneman, numerous sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, one nephew, and a grandson, Nicholas.
Marjorie grew up in Urbana, Ill. and attended the University of Illinois where she graduated with a Bachelor’s degree. During WWII she worked as an engineering assistant helping with the design work on jet engines for Pratt & Whitney in Hartford, Conn. while her fiancé was in Europe with General Patton’s 3rd Army. After brief stops in Erie, Pa, Cincinnati, Ohio, and Fort Wayne, Ind., they lived in Normal, Ill., and Dundee, Ill., before retiring in 1985 to a home at Oak Run, on Spoon Lake in Dahinda, Ill. where Marjorie lived until 2005 when she moved to Johnson City, NY. After working as a homemaker and volunteer for many causes while her children were young, she was a teacher’s aide and librarian for the Dundee School System. She continued as a frequent volunteer until just before her death. She died after a brief illness, still sound of mind, calm, and at peace, with her children at her side. Even in death she provided us with a lesson in strength and courage, and was more concerned with others than herself.
Graveside services are scheduled for 3:00 pm Saturday, September 8, 2012 in Victoria Cemetery, Victoria, Ill. Rev. Marty Briney will officiate. There will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in her name to the Broome-Tioga Special Olympics c/o John Crosby, 9 Londonderry Lane, Owego, NY 13827. Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

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age 101, a resident of Rosewood Care Center, 1250 West Carl Sandburg Drive, Galesburg, died Wednesday, September 5, 2012 at Galesburg Cottage Hospital.
She was born October 28, 1910 in Galesburg, the daughter of Everett and Nell Townsend Hinchliff. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Barb (Mrs. Homer T.) Hinchliff of Port Townsend, Wash., one niece, and six nephews. There are also six great nieces, one great-great niece, and one great-great nephew.
Virginia graduated from Galesburg High School in 1928, from Knox College in 1932, and received her master’s degree from the University of Illinois in 1945.
Miss Hinchliff taught school in Knox County for 40 years. She started her career at Victoria High School and then moved to Lombard Junior High in Galesburg. She spent the last 25 years at Galesburg Senior High School.
She was active in educational circles, having served as president of the Galesburg Education Association, president of the Western Division of the Illinois Education Association, and president of the Knox County Retired Teachers. She also served for eight years on the Illinois Teachers’ Certification Board.
She was a member of Central Congregational Church, Chapter AN of P.E.O., Sorosis, Meletomen Study Club, Pi Phi Alumnae, and she was the first president of Alpha Rho chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma.
There will be no visitation, but a memorial service will be held at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel on Friday, September 14, 2012 at 10 a.m. Revs. James Ecklund and Thomas Heather will be leading the service. Memorials may be made to Central Congregational Church. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

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72, of Knoxville, Ill., died at 3:30 pm Thursday, September 6, 2012 in Marigold Health Care Center.
He was born October 24, 1939 in Galesburg, Ill. the son of Ivan Earl and Vesta Lillian Adcock Lannholm. He married Helen Joanne Newton on October 31, 1959 in Albion, Mich. She survives.
Also surviving are three sons, Mark Alan (Megan) Lannholm of Strafford, Mo., Michael Andrew (Charlene) Lannholm of Galesburg, and Robert “Bob” Dean (Dee) Lannholm of Springdale, Ark., one daughter, Cathy Ann Lannholm of Galesburg; three brothers, Marvin B. (Darlene) Lannholm, Terry L. (Debbie) Lannholm and Gregg M. (Robin) Lannholm all of Galesburg and five grandchildren, Tyler, Matthew, Kelsi, Blake and Colton Lannholm. He is preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Joyce.
He served in the U.S. Air Force.
Alan worked as an assistant manager for Osco Drug for 14 years. He also was an agent for Allstate Insurance for 26 years. He retired November 1996. He graduated from Galesburg High School in 1957. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was an avid Cub and Bears fan. Alan was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church.
Funeral Mass is scheduled for 10:00 am Tuesday, September 11, 2012 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Msgr. Ernest Pizzamiglio will officiate. Visitation will be 5:00-7:00 pm Monday at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. The Rosary will be prayed at 7 pm. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com

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76, of Galesburg, died at 8:59 a.m. Friday, September 7, 2012 in Rosewood Care Center.
He was born July 15, 1936 in Macomb, Ill. the son of Orville V. and Nellie Mae Baumann Lovejoy. He married Caroline Becraft on October 16, 1962 in Roseville, Ill. He later married Lou Ann Anderson Shirck on November 28, 1991 in Galesburg.
He is survived by his wife, Lou Ann; three daughters, Holly Rose Iungerich of Leander, Texas, Celia Anne Laverenz of Guyton, Ga., and April Christine Lovejoy of Springfield, Ga.; a step daughter, Laurie Shirck Monfiletto of Albuquerque, N.M.; five grandchildren, Justin Michael Iungerich, Corey Ryan Iungerich, Rachael Elizabeth Laverenz, Kathryn Olivia Laverenz, and Emily Grace Laverenz; and two step grandchildren, Max Monfiletto and Pilar Monfiletto. He was preceded in death by his parents and a daughter, Melody Mae Lovejoy in 1966.
Charles first worked as a farmer. He later worked for John H. Best and Son in Galva and Pearson Manufacturing in Galva. For 12 years prior to his retirement in 2002, he was an over the road truck driver for Star Transportation.
Charles graduated from Good Hope High School in 1954. He and Lou Ann have enjoyed traveling these past 10 years since retirement to Texas during the winter months. Charles enjoyed anything related to farming, was a collector of John Deere memorabilia, and loved Farm Progress Shows. He was always smart and knew how to help with math homework or to fix bicycles. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Galesburg.
A luncheon will be served at 11:30 a.m. Monday, September 10, 2012 at Trinity Lutheran Church. Visitation will follow from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday at the church with a funeral service at 2 p.m. Rev. Dr. Tom Larsen will officiate. Burial will be in Good Hope Cemetery at 4 p.m. Monday. Memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church. Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

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80, of Peachtree, Ga. died at 9 am Tuesday, September 4, 2012 in Ashly Glenn Assisted Living.
He was born June 9, 1932 in Cassopolis, Mich. the son of Ormal Issac and Lillian Moltin Mendenhall. He married Carol M. Dikeman on September 28, 1958 in Yates City, Ill. She preceded him in death on June 20, 1982.
He is survived by a son, Rick Mendenhall of Peachtree, Ga. and a daughter Debbie Mekinzie of Oklahoma, Okla. He is preceded in death by his parents and his wife.
Ormal worked as an adjudicator for the State of Illinois. He graduated from the University of Illinois and was a member of Hope Wesleyan Church in Galesburg.
Graveside services are scheduled for 10 am Saturday, September 8, 2012 in Memorial Park Cemetery with Military Rites by Ralph M. Noble American Legion Post #285. . Rev. Leigh Nygard will officiate. There will be no visitation. Memorials may be made to the Hope Wesleyan Church. Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

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75, of Oneida, Ill., died at 1:45 am Saturday, September 8, 2012 in Seminary Manor.
He was born January 19, 1937 in Galesburg, Ill. the son of Frederick K. and Bernice Allen Parkinson. He married Donna Maria Hazen on March 8, 1964 in Galesburg, Ill. She preceded him in death on May 9, 2010.
He is survived by two sons, Brian W. “Birdy” Parkinson and Rod D. (Kristi) Parkinson both of Wataga, Ill.; his sister, Janet Swank of Galesburg; four grandchildren, Heather and Andrea Parkinson of Palm Coast, Fla., Austin and Hannah Parkinson of Wataga, Ill. He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, a brother, Donald, and an infant son, Todd Duane.
He served in the US Army National Guards from 1960-1966.
He graduated from ROVA in 1955 and began farming with his father on the family farm in the Wataga and Oneida areas. He was a member of the Elks Lodge 894. He enjoyed spending time with his family going on family vacations. He took great pride in his automobiles. Parkie loved getting dressed up and going out dancing at Harbor Lights, with his wife. Donna and Parkie loved celebrating good times spent with great friends and family.
Funeral services are scheduled for 10 am Wednesday, September 12, 2012 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Rev. Tim Anderson will officiate. Visitation will be 5:00-7:00 pm Tuesday at the chapel. Burial will be in Wataga Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Altona or to the ROVWA Public School Foundation. A Celebration of Life will follow services at the Elks Lodge 1640 N. Henderson St. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

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87, of Galesburg, Ill., died at 10:40 pm Friday, September 7, 2012 in Heartland Health Care Center.

She was born November 17, 1924 in Morris, Ill., the daughter of John and Hazel Bryant Rossi.

She is survived by a brother, John E. (Virginia) Rossi of NC; two nephews, Jay (Cynthia) Rossi of NC, and David R. (Kathy) Johnson of Galesburg; three great nephews, Matthew (Sherry) Johnson and Ben (Melissa) Johnson both of Galesburg and Dan Johnson of Mo; two great nieces, Heather (James) Rossi-Pennington of Iowa City, Iowa and Sylvia Johnson of Mo.; three great great nephews Noah, Logan, Caleb and a great great niece Elaine all of Galesburg. She is preceded in death by her parents, her sister and brother-in-law, Bernice and Robert Johnson, and a nephew, Paul “Pete” Johnson.

She worked as a registered nurse since 1946. She worked as a staff nurse in Chicago for 4 years. She graduated from Morris High School in 1942 and the Silver Cross Hospital School of Nursing in 1945. She received her bachelors and master degrees from the University of Minnesota. She earned her post master degree from the University of Illinois in educational psychology. She worked at the University of Illinois College for Nursing in Chicago serving as a surgical nurse. Harriett then went to Champaign to work at the University of Illinois Campus as an RN instructor. She moved then to Springfield, Ill., where she was a clinical nursing instructor until her retirement in 1982. She was a member of the National Nursing Society, a member of the Sigma Theta Tau and Pi Lambda Theta. She was a member of First United Methodist Church. She was part of the Stephens Ministry and Senior Adult programs. She also did home ministry.

Graveside services are scheduled for 1:30 pm Wednesday, September 12, 2012 in Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Dave Scholl will officiate. Visitation will be from noon until 1 pm at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel. Memorials may be made to the charity of the donors choice. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com

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