Marjorie N. Pickett, 85, of Hoopeston, passed away at 5:40 p.m. Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at Carle Foundation Hospital, in Urbana.

She was born on January 3, 1939, in Three Springs, Kentucky, the daughter of Richard Lee and Alma J. (Cross) Coffey.  She previously married Charlie Pickett, in 1974, in Hoopeston.  He preceded her in death in 2024.

She is survived by three daughters- Delena Kay Buenting of Springfield, Ohio, Colleen Sue Ehmen of Springfield, Ohio and Lesa (David) From of Wellington, Illinois; two sons- Ricky Lee (Joyce) Coffey of Fisher, Illinois and Russell Pickett of Campbellsville, Kentucky; one brother- Gordon Coffey of Rossville; 24 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, three grandchildren, two brothers- Wendall Coffey and Jackie Coffey and two sisters- Betty Lou Voyles and Shirley Linder.

Marjorie previously attended the Potomac Church of the Nazarene with her sisters.  She enjoyed playing bingo, going to the river boat and going to casinos.  She also enjoyed going to her grandchildren’s ballgames and traveling with her sisters.  Marjorie enjoyed a good cup of coffee and eating cookies.

A Celebration of her Life will be held at 3:00 p.m. Friday, June 28, 2024, at the Blurton Funeral Home, in Potomac, with Pastor Dan Mikel officiating.  Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Friday, at the funeral home.  Burial will follow the service in the Potomac Cemetery.  Memorials may be given to the family to assist with the funeral expenses.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home to assist them in honoring Marjorie’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on her everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

 

Edna "Peg" Clem, 91, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 11:32 P.M. Friday, June 21, 2024, at her home. Arrangements are pending at Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston.

Battery (Delayed Entry) H24-3292

Date and Time: 06/20/2024 7:14 p.m.

Location: 400 Block of W. Lincoln St.

Cited: 16-year-old male of Hoopeston

Details: HPD responded to a dispute at the above address. Upon investigation the juvenile

was arrested then cited and given a notice to appear in Hoopeston City Court.

 

 

No Driver’s license, No Insurance, Speeding, Operating Uninsured Vehicle, Illegal Transportation of Alcohol, WOW Douglas County Warrant(2021CM4), WOW Vermilion County Warrant (2022CM174) H24-3342 2024-4939

Time: 3:16PM

Location: W Orange St/S 1st Ave

Arrested: Joel A Garcia-Hernandez(30)(M) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop and a computer search showed Mr. Garcia-Hernandez

to not have a valid driver’s license and was wanted out of Douglas County and Vermilion

County. Mr. Garcia-Hernandez was arrested and transported to HPD for processing and

later transported to PSB to await arraignment.

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Tressa Jean Kohl-Ferati, 43, of Crawfordsville, IN, gained her heavenly wings at 5:00 A.M., Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at her home.  She was born November 7, 1980, the daughter of Roy and Teresa Rowell Kohl.  Her mother preceded her in death on January 4, 2016.

She is survived by her father, Roy Kohl of Hoopeston, IL; her fiancé, Randy Pederson of Crawfordsville, IN.; two daughters, Caitlyn Pederson and Olivia Ferati; five sons, Trever, Andre, Kohl, Daniel, and Randall Pederson; one sister, Traci Kohl (Matthew Boyer) of Hoopeston, IL; one brother, Troy Kohl of Hoopeston, IL; one granddaughter, Elizabeth Pederson; and four nieces and nephews Ryleigh Wardall, Brea Boyer, Alexander Boyer, and Dinozzo Boyer, all of Hoopeston. Tressa was also blessed to have two of the very best friends,  Brooke (Porter) Phillips of Oxford, AL and Brandy Vannice of Shannondale, IN.

Along with her mother, Teresa, Tressa was preceded in death by her grandparents, Bill Shallenberger, Rudy and Jean York, and Martha Sanders Rogers.

Tressa was a stay at home mom caring for her babies that she absolutely adored Tressa was an amazing cook. She loved to laugh and have a good time with family and friends. Tressa enjoyed the outdoors especially spending time fishing with her Dad on his boat. Tressa had a beautiful soul, that was strong, loving, and giving. 

Per her wishes, cremation rites will be accorded.  A visitation will be held 4:00 – 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL.

Jean Means Glass was born on July 15, 1936 in Pacific, Missouri, and passed away on June 19, 2024 in Paxton, Illinois.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Katherine Means (McElhaney); her six brothers and sisters, George, Joseph, Annina, Weese, Harold, and James; and her husband, Ronald Glass.  She is survived by her daughters, Kim O’Brien (Lewis), Lori Hendricks (Thomas), and her son, Christopher Miller (Debra), as well as her grandchildren, Laura, Steven, Andrew, Jessica, Elise, and Audrey, and her great-grandchildren, Andrew, Sophia, Jackson, and Saint. And, she was a beloved aunt to many nieces and nephews.

 As a youngster in Hoopeston, she was a cheerleader at Honeywell Grade School, detasseled corn in high school, and worked at Murphy’s Five & Ten Cent store.  As an adult, she worked as a dental assistant to Dr. Hardy, as a secretary for John Greer Junior High, and as a secretary at the FMC Corporation.  Later, she worked as a secretary at the University of Illinois, was a Certified Nursing Assistant at the DuPage Convalescent Center in Wheaton, Illinois, a VISTA volunteer (the domestic Peace Corps), and became the assistant director of the Caring Corps in Mesa, Arizona.  She was a member of the Urbana Assembly of God in Urbana, Illinois, the Meadowbrook Assembly of God in Champaign, the United Methodist Church in Belleview, Florida, and the East University Church of God in Mesa, Arizona. She gave her heart to Jesus when she was 10, a decision she called “the best I ever made.” Jean was born to be a mother and a grandmother.  She was a lighthouse of wisdom and hope, and a warm blanket of compassion, tenderness, and unconditional love.  The homes she created were always a cocoon of kindness, where all were welcomed with a hug, a glowing grin, and a sumptuous sugar bin of chocolate from Grandma’s cabinet.  Hers was a heart of hope, generosity, grace, and light.  When the doors of life darkened, she shined reassuring beams of caring comfort for others.  She always pointed out the “angel light” that pierced through a sky bruised with clouds…and she was that heavenly angel light for all of us.

 

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

 

Please visit www.anderson-funeral-home.com to view Jean’s eternal tribute page and to send the family condolences.

 

Anderson Funeral  Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.

Jeanne T. Shore, 93, of Hoopeston, passed away at 12:30 P.M., Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at Heritage Health Therapy and Senior Living in Hoopeston, surrounded by her family.  She was born December 2, 1930, the daughter of Robert L. and Margaret C. (Petersen) Sabin.  She married Warren G. “Bud” Shore on September 16, 1950, at Immaculate Conception Church in Norwood Park, IL.  He preceded her in death on November 12, 2002.

She is survived by two daughters, Karen Anderson of rural Rankin, IL and Kimberly (Paul) Dalbey of Scottsdale, AZ; one son, Robert “Rob” (Donna) Shore of Rankin, IL.; one brother, John Sabin of El Cajon, CA.; six grandchildren, Todd (Sara) Anderson, Nathan (Shannon) Anderson, Ryan (Megan) Anderson, Melanie (Mike) Power, Holly Shore, and Jacob (Amy) Shore; six step grandchildren, Tara Moore, Rachel Harper, Jamie Gash, Sara Drysdale, Marc Dalbey, and Aaron Dalbey; nine great grandchildren, Erin, Anna, Keenon, Kaedon, and Faith Anderson, Aubrie and Delaney Shore, Tyler (Andrea) Unger, Zachary Cuvar, Kyren, Kinley, and Kamryn Power; seven step great grandchildren, Jordan Wilson, Kira Coon, Savannah Gash, Theo Drysdale, Myles Dalbey, Wrigley and Emmy Dalbey; several great great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Along with her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, one son-in-law, David Anderson; two nephews, Jim Shore and Carroll Wayne Crozier; and one great grandson, Christopher Cuvar, Jr.

Jean worked at Carp’s Department Store as a clerk and bookkeeper for many years and later worked at the Hoopeston and Danville Drivers License Facility for 20 years, until her retirement. She a was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church in Hoopeston, where she was previously very active, serving as past president of Altar and Rosary Society, was in charge of funeral luncheons, taught CCD and served as a Eucharistic Minister for many years. She received the Pere Marquette Award by Bishop Daniel R. Jenky at a mass held at the Immaculate Conception Church in Peoria.  She was a member of the Hoopeston Business Professional Women’s Club and Women Making A Difference. She was also a past-board member of the Hoopeston Multi-Agency and served as a Republican Precinct committeeman.  Jean enjoyed traveling with her husband and family, attending dances and playing cards at the Hoopeston Multi- Agency, going out to eat, and visiting with her family and friends. Over the years, many generations gathered at Bud and Jean’s house to gather around their kitchen table for a cup of coffee and socializing.

A visitation will be held 10:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M., Monday, June 24, 2024, at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL.  The Funeral Mass will follow the visitation and will begin at 1:00 P.M. Monday, at St. Anthony Catholic Church, 423 S. Third St. Hoopeston, IL., with Father Ignatius Mulenda officiating and Father Ted Pracz co-officiating.  Burial will follow in Floral Hill Cemetery in Hoopeston, IL.

Memorials may be made in Jean’s name to Heritage Health Therapy and Senior Living, 423 N. Dixie Hwy, Hoopeston, IL. 

“I had rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.”— George Washington

 

Bruce Edward Matthews went to his eternal reward on June 16th, 2024, in Watseka, Illinois, after a long illness.  Bruce was born on November 19, 1951 to Lawrence and Ardith Matthews.  He grew up on a farm in Rossville where he would eventually raise his own children.  His farmstead was a source of joy and pride for him, second only to his children.  

 

As an enthusiast of heritage and tradition, Bruce valued his deep roots in the Rossville farming community.  He was the fifth generation in his family to farm in Illinois.  Farming was simultaneously Bruce’s career and favorite hobby.  He farmed alongside his father until 1976, when he began farming on his own.  

 

In 1998, Bruce became a Certified Crop Advisor, a certification he proudly maintained for over twenty years.  He was an unabashed “dirt nerd” who had a passion for soil and water quality.  He spent many hours on the phone with his farmer friends discussing soil testing, tile, and fertility programs.  He also delighted in being a white corn producer, and he loved to tell Chicagoans that if they had ever had El Ranchero chips, that they had probably eaten some of his corn.

 

A chance encounter at an agricultural company led to his marriage to Kari (née Farrell) in 1999, and together, they had three children: Samuel Blaise, Daniel MacCrea, and Mary-Audrey Lucia.  Bruce was a proverbial “kid person.”  Never has there been a man so readily manipulated by a toddler; a cherished family story involves his taking his four-year-old daughter on a thirty-mile round trip to Royal Donut past her bedtime because she said, “Daddy, I NEED a donut.” 

 

From a young age, Bruce’s boys were trained in the gentle art of farming.  They worked alongside their dad, slowly learning skills and taking on responsibility.  He enjoyed spending time performing equipment maintenance, scooping bins, and working the fields with his sons.  He was a persistent teacher who inculcated his kids with an excellent work ethic and love for agriculture. That training paid off; upon the onset of his illness, he was able to pass the farming baton to his sons, to great effect.

 

A convert to Catholicism, Bruce had a deep-seated faith and love for his church family.  He particularly looked forward to summer trips to the Apostolate for Family Consecration, watching his boys serve Mass at Holy Family Church in Danville (especially when incense was involved), and chatting with his friends in the Faith. 

 

Bruce was preceded in death by his parents Lawrence and Ardith, his grandparents (especially his beloved Grandma Audrey), his infant sister Jan, and numerous aunts and uncles.  His wife, three children, Aunt Eileen (Charles) Barfknecht, ten nieces and nephews, and two great-nephews survive him.

The wake will be on Thursday, June 20th, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Danville, Illinois, at 10:00 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass at 11:00.  Burial rites and interment will be held privately.

The family is especially grateful to Iroquois Memorial Hospice in Watseka, whose care of Bruce was extraordinary. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations in Bruce’s memory to either Iroquois Memorial Hospice in Watseka or Family Service in Champaign, which offers services to dementia patients and their families in East-Central Illinois.

 

Please visit www.anderson-funeral-home.com to view Bruce’s eternal tribute page and to send condolences to the family.

 

Anderson Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

 

Anne Duncan, 84, of Potomac, passed away at 10:26 a.m. Sunday, June 16, 2024, at OSF Sacred Heart Medical Center, in Danville.

She was born on December 14, 1939, in Urbana, Illinois.  She married James Ronald Duncan on November 26, 1959, at the United Methodist Church, in Potomac.  He preceded her in death on May 9, 2021.

She is also survived by one daughter- Jane (Kevin) Collins of Ogden; two sons- James (Annie) Duncan II of Newark, Ohio and John (Joyce) Duncan of Auburn, Illinois; nine grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law- Loretta Burke of Potomac and Joyce Stimak of Ft. Walton Beach, Florida.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and brother- William Burke.

Anne graduated from Potomac High School and attended Illinois State University, in Bloomington.  She worked at Biggs Motor Company, in Potomac as a secretary and for over 30 years in the Vermilion County Assessors office, until her retirement.  She was a member of the Middlefork United Methodist Church, Order of the Eastern Star and Red Hats Society.  Anne was very involved in the church and played the piano in the church.  She also served as an EMT for close to 30 years for Middlefork Ambulance.  She enjoyed hummingbirds, gardening, puzzles, reading, playing cards and watching orioles in her yard.  Anne also loved to go on vacations and do anything that involved being with her family.

A Celebration of Anne’s Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 21, 2024, at the Middlefork United Methodist Church, in Potomac, with Pastor George Desmond officiating.  Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Friday, at the church.  Burial will follow the service in the Potomac Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Middlefork United Methodist Church.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home, in Potomac, to assist them in honoring Anne’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on her everlasting memorial page at: www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

Ricky Crippin, 67, of Danville, passed away at 3:28 p.m. Thursday, June 13, 2024, at Arcadia Care, in Danville.

Ricky was born on March 7, 1957, in Danville, Illinois.  He was previously married to Gloria Mockbee, in 1976.  She preceded him in death on January 29, 2022.

He is survived by one daughter- Jennifer Echevarria of Danville; one son- Jason Crippin of Waynetown, Indiana; four grandchildren- Colin Crippin, Brandon (Autumn) Grabhorn, Emma (Donavin)Lacombe and Ricky Echevarria; two great-grandchildren-Silvia Grabhorn and Ryleigh Helka; brother- Terry (Sandy) Crippin of Fairmount; two sisters- Vickie Quick of Oakwood and Judy Moreman of Danville; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, son- Joshua Crippin, brothers- Randy Crippin and Tom Crippin Jr. and a nephew- Randy Moreman.

Ricky graduated from Catlin High School.  He served in the United States Army.  Ricky worked for several years as a truck driver.  He enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson, shooting guns, hunting, fishing and spending time with his grandchildren.  He also enjoyed a good meal while being with his family.

A celebration of his life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, June 23^rd, 2024, at Blurton Funeral Home, in Potomac.  Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sunday, at the funeral home.  He will be laid to rest following the services in Potomac Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home to assist them in honoring Ricky’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on his everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

Gail Maureen Hopkins, 77, of Danville, IL, passed away at 10:23 A.M. Saturday June 8, 2024, at her home. She was born May 1, 1947, in Watseka, IL, the daughter of Robert Drew, Sr. and Dorothy (Clair) Drew.
She is survived by one son, Rex (Michelle) Gregory of Danville, IL; one brother, Gary (Fay) Drew of TN; and one granddaughter, Rycelynne Sloan.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Timothy Hopkins; and one brother, Robert Drew.
Gail was a homemaker, caring for her family. She enjoyed baking, quilting, taking car rides, and sight-seeing.
Per her wishes, she will be cremated, and no services will be held.
Memorial donations may be made in memory of Gail to a local animal shelter of the donor’s choice.
Please visit www.anderson-funeral-home.com to view Gail’s eternal tribute page and to send the family condolences.
Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.

Marie Morts, 100, of Milford, passed away at 6:52 a.m. Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Autumn Fields, in Hoopeston.

She was born on October 8, 1923, in Cutmer (Iroquois County), Illinois, the daughter of Bennie and Eva (Dezern) Bury.  She married Francis Morts on December 26, 1943, at her parents’ home.  He preceded her in death on October 23, 2014. 

She is survived by one son- Stephen Morts of Milford; one daughter- Sharon (Mark) Van Hoveln of Mooresville, North Carolina; four grandchildren- Scott Morts of Milford, Troy (Amy) Van Hoveln of Milford, Brent (Amy) Van Hoveln of Franklin, Tennessee and Christina (Matt) Baude of Mooresville, North Carolina; twelve great-grandchildren- Ethan Morts of Milford, Emma Morts of Indianapolis, Evelyn Morts of Milford, Colin Van Hoveln, Finley Van Hoveln, Lila Van Hoveln all of Osceola, Indiana, Isabelle Van Hoveln, Beck Van Hoveln, Cam Van Hoveln all of Franklin, Tennessee, Madelyn Baude, Olivia Baude and Nora Baude all of Mooresville, North Carolina.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter-in-law- Donna Morts and sister- Louise Nelson.

Marie graduated from John Greer High School, in 1941, as the valedictorian of her class.  After school, she worked at Food Machinery until she got married.  She was a devoted farm wife and loved to sit in her call all day long just to watch them farm.  She was a member of the Milford United Methodist Church, where she was involved in the women’s group and study group.  She also served as a Sunday School teacher.  Marie was also a former Girl Scouts Leader and Boy Scout’s Den Mother.  She enjoyed knitting, doing crossword puzzles and spending time with her great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday, June 10, 2024, at Blurton Funeral Home, in Hoopeston.  Graveside services will follow the visitation at 1:00 p.m. Monday, at Sugar Creek Cemetery, in Milford, with Kevin Price officiating.  Memorials may be made in Marie’s name to the Milford United Methodist Church, Milford Ambulance or Milford Swimming Pool.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home to assist them in honoring Marie’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on her everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

Jeramy Ryan Dobkins was born on September 17, 1986, in Danville, Illinois, the son of Marvin and Jeanne (Attebery) Dobkins. He attended and graduated from Hoopeston Area High School in 2005 and went on to continue his education earning his associate’s degree from Parkland Community College.  Jeramy was a Man of dedication and service. He spent 16 years in law enforcement, reaching the pinnacle of his career as a School Resource Officer (SRO). His professional achievements were numerous, from spearheading Project Fortify Florida, a program adopted by all schools in the state, to being a featured speaker on the Excellence in Training podcast.

 He was well known for his motto “It’s your job to make sure your partner goes home at night.” He was a recipient of several prestigious awards, including the Illinois Dept. of Transportation DUI Safety award, the Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists Top Performer Award, and the Jeremy Chambers Top Gun Award. Jeramy was a certified defensive tactics instructor, certified hostage negotiator, and Florida general instructor for agency and recruits, among many other roles. He also proudly served his country as a member of the Army National Guard.
Jeramy enjoyed working on cars, spending time on the lake with his family, playing golf, and listening to live music. He also enjoyed his time spent shooting at the gun range.

 Jeramy's family was his anchor and cherished every moment spent with them. He was a fierce protector of his sister and found joy in participating in plays with his brother. Boating and tubing at the lake were sources of many happy memories for the brothers and the rest of the family. Being an uncle was a role that brought immense joy to Jeramy’s life. His nieces and nephews held a special place in his heart. Jeramy was an amazing dad to Brianna. He helped her with schoolwork and coached her through softball. He loved helping her with homework, particularly math, because it was so easy for him. The love of Jeramy’s life was Stephanie. From the first moment they met, they knew they were soulmates. They enjoyed coffee dates, spending hours at the arcade, dinners on the beach, browsing at hardware stores, and doing anything, as long as they were together. They loved each other fiercely.

 He was preceded in death by Ellen Dobkins (grandma); Donald Gene Dobkins (grandpa); Clarence Catron (great-grandfather); Chester Catron (great-uncle); Robert Attebery (grandpa); and Betty Attebery (great-aunt).

He is survived by his Spouse- Stephanie (Vernia) Dobkins; Daughter-Brianna Vernia; Parents- Marvin and Jeanne Dobkins; Siblings- Josh Dobkins and Jessica (Michael) Davis; Nieces/Nephews- Lydia, Oliver, Clyde, and Otis Davis, Catherine and Evelyn Dupree, and Gracelynn Vernia; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

A graveside memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday June 27, 2024, at Floral Hill Cemetery in Hoopeston, with Pastor Micah Mobley officiating. Military rites will be accorded by the Hoopeston American Legion Post #384.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in memory of Jeramy to Bluehelp.org.

Please visit www.anderson-funeral-home.com to view Jeramy’s eternal tribute page and to send the family condolences.

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.

Betty Jean Comstock, 64, of Hoopeston, passed away at 1:32 p.m. Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at Carle Foundation Hospital, in Urbana.

She was born on April 18, 1960, in Chaffee, Missouri, the daughter of William and Nancie (Hardwick) Sanford.  In 1978, Betty married Eddie Comstock, in Hoopeston.  He survives.

She is survived by two sons- Tony (Suzette) Comstock of Billings, Montana and James (Samantha) Comstock of Danville; eight grandchildren; one great-grandchild; three brothers- Ed (Robin) Sanford, Carl (Marla) Sanford and Brian (Diane) Snyder; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother-Bill Sanford and sister- Anita Hardwick.

Betty attended Hoopeston High School.  She enjoyed helping others and spending time with her family.

According to her wishes cremation rites will be arranged.  A celebration of life will be held at a later date.  Illiana Cremation Society is assisting the family with the arrangements.  Condolences may be shared with the family on her everlasting memorial page at:  www.IllianaCremationSociety.com.

 

Clyde Dwight Tomblin, 74, of Hoopeston, passed away at 7:31 p.m. Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at Heritage Health, in Hoopeston.

He was born on September 15, 1949, in Champaign, Illinois, the son of Johnathan and Wilhelmiana (Hays) Tomblin.  He married Dianne Vance on November 22, 1999, in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.  She survives.

He is also survived by three daughters- Lisa (Richard) Parsons of Knob Noster, Missouri, Christy (Darren) Byers of Hoopeston and Sharon (Steve) Baker of Hoopeston; son- Randy (Becky) Tomblin of Hoopeston; step-daughter- Misti (Tim) Schaefer of Alexandria, Virginia; ten grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; two sisters- Joanne Rodriguez of Detroit, Michigan and Nadine Coffin of Fisher, Illinois; sister-in-law- Pierrette Tomblin of North Judson, Indiana; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers- Kenneth, Russell, Dale and George Tomblin and one sister- Shirley Gill.

Clyde served in the United States Army from 1967 to 1969.  He worked for over 30 years at DM Fertilizer/Crop Production Services, until his retirement.  He was a member of the Hoopeston American Legion Post 384 and VFW Post 4826.  He enjoyed working and piddling around in his garage and working in his yard.  He also enjoyed spending time with his family.  Clyde and Dianne also enjoyed spending their time traveling to different places.

According to his wishes cremation rites will be arranged.  Visitation will be from 10:0 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Saturday, June 8, 2024, at Blurton Funeral Home, in Hoopeston.  Graveside services will be held at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, June 8, 2024, at Floral Hill Cemetery, with Pastor Adam Talbert officiating and military honors conducted by the Hoopeston American Legion and VFW.  Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.    The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home to assist them in honoring Clyde’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on his everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.