Elaine R. Fliesser, 82, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 6:35 A.M. Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL.  She was born August 4, 1942, in Danville, IL, the daughter of Werner and Ilse (Jacob) Fliesser.

She is survived by one sister, Peggy (Peter) Krimbel of Oakwood, IL; three nephews, Jacob (Amber) Krimbel of Aurora, CO, Aaron (Debbie) Krimbel of St. Louis, MO, and Keith (Emily) Krimbel of Bloomfield, NJ; and three great nieces and nephews, Mia, Ezra, and Joanna Krimbel.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Judy.

Elaine obtained her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the University of Illinois.  She was a social worker for thirty years in several different schools. After her retirement, she worked at the Hoopeston Public Library for over eight years.  She was a member of the Congregation Israel Synagogue in Danville, IL until its closing, the Hoopeston Rotary Club, and Women Making A Difference.  Elaine loved reading, watching ice skating, putting puzzles together and collecting and sending Hallmark cards.  She especially enjoyed spending time with her great nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. Friday, September 27, 2024, at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St., Hoopeston, IL.  A Graveside service will follow the visitation in Spring Hill Cemetery in Danville, IL with Rabbi David Tiechtel officiating. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Elaine’s name to the Hoopeston Public Library, 110 N. 4th St., Hoopeston, IL 60942.

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

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.

Joyce Jean Cottingham, 77, of Danville, IL, formerly of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 3:01 P.M. Sunday, September 22, 2024 at her daughter’s home.  She was born February 8, 1947, the daughter of Addison and Nora Nell (Beckner) Cropper.  She married John Cottingham on September 2, 1967, at the First Christian Church Disciples of Christ in Hoopeston. He preceded her in death.

Joyce is survived by one daughter, Ginger (Eric) Westfall of Danville, IL; one son, Tim (Heather) Cottingham of Oakwood, IL; one brother, Donald (Marsha Sue) Cropper of Armstrong, IL; one sister-in-law, Scarlet Cropper of Attica, IN; one brother-in-law, Steve (Nancy) Cottingham of Noblesville, IN; one granddaughter, Cierra (Matt) Herron of Rossville, IL; one grandson, Cameron (Jacklyn) Cottingham of Bismarck, IL; five great grandchildren, Eli, Gray, and Knox Herron, and Beckett and Briar Cottingham, and a baby boy Cottingham on the way; one niece, Melissa Edmondson; one nephew, Scott Cropper; and three great nieces and nephews, Molly Smalley, Katie Cropper, and Heather Lee Cottingham.

Along with her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Vickie; and one brother, Bobby.

Joyce worked as a hairdresser at Carolyn’s Beauty Shop in Hoopeston for over twenty years until her retirement. She later worked as an elementary school paraprofessional.  She was a member of the Rossville Church of Christ, where she loved going to her weekly Bible study and volunteering in any way that she could. Joyce looked forward to Thursdays when she got to play cards with her friends, which most of them were from high school.  Joyce was a very giving person and would be the first to help someone out.

Per her wishes, cremation rites will be accorded.  A visitation will be held 2:00 – 4:00 P.M., Sunday, September 29, 2024, at the Rossville Church of Christ, 514 E. Attica St., Rossville, IL. The memorial service will follow and will begin at 4:00 P.M. with Pastor Kevin Purdy officiating.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Marj, a Carle Hospice nurse, for her wonderful care over the last two years.

Memorials may be made in Joyce’s name to the Rossville Church of Christ, 514 E. Attica St., Rossville, IL 60963, CrossRoads Christian Church, 3613 N. Vermilion St. Danville, IL 61832, or to the Donor’s Choice.

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

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.

Kyle “Cody” Parks, 41, of Rantoul, Illinois, passed away at 5:45pm, Saturday, September 21, 2024, at Carle Foundation Hospital, surrounded by his family. 

Cody was born on January 17, 1983, in Danville, Illinois to Steven Parks and Sherrie (Cox) Thompson. 

He is embraced in death by his mother, Sherrie, who he loved more than life.

He is survived by his father, Steve (Nancy) Parks of Summer Shade, Kentucky; two daughters Jayde (Andrew) Zook of Cornelius, North Carolina, and Riley Parks of Champaign, Illinois; brother Ben (Amber) Self; sister Lindsey (Kyle) Lewis; half-brothers Caleb (Mariah) and Lucas Parks; wife Lindsy Slade; and stepchildren Jasmine Evans, Logan Evans, Kelsea Evans, and Averyonna Crandall. 

Cody attended Potomac Grade School and Armstrong/Rantoul High School. He also took courses in Agriculture at Parkland College. Cody worked numerous jobs, but his passion was cooking, whether professionally or at home, grilling for loved ones. Cody also loved the outdoors. He specifically enjoyed camping, fishing, and mushroom hunting. 

A private service will be held at 10am on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at the Potomac Cemetery followed by a memorial meal. 

Throughout his life, Cody struggled sporadically with addiction. If you would like to donate in his memory to individuals struggling with addiction, resources for families, and recovery opportunities please visit https://www.safeproject.us/donate/. 

The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home to assist them in honoring Cody’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on his everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

Karla Marie Phillips, 63, of Danville, IL, passed away at 2:33 P.M. Thursday September 12, 2024, at OSF Sacred Heart Medical Center in Danville, IL. She was born December 7, 1960, in Danville, IL, and was raised by her grandparents, Cornelius and Glennadine Leach. She married Lawrence Phillips on May 10, 1991, in Danville. He survives in Danville.

She is also survived by two daughters, Crystal Collom-Weekley of Tilton, IL and Hayley Collom (Jin Mebane) of Georgetown, IL; one son, Roy Ricketts (Lisa Sexton) of Hoopeston, IL; three sisters, Shannon, Misty, and Trisha; three brothers, Gary, Travis, and Larry; four grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by one daughter, Candy Collom, her grandparents, and her parents.

Karla was a homemaker. She enjoyed making crafts, drawing, playing computer games, going horseback riding, and fishing. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday September 20, 2024, at Sunset Memorial Park, 3901 N. Vermilion St., Danville, IL.

Memorial donations may be made in memory of Karla to the donor’s choice.

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

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.

Severo Jimenez Torres, 64, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 8:07 P.M. Monday September 16, 2024, at his home. He was born June 21, 1960, in Cadereyta Jiménez, Nuevo León, Mexico, the son of Jose and Tomasa (Jimenez) Torres. He married Ernestina Granados on February 5, 1982, in Kankakee, IL. She survives in Hoopeston.

He is also survived by three daughters, Edwina (Chris) Rutledge of Hoopeston, IL, Julissa (William) Compton of Hoopeston, IL, and Alba (Jeremy) Baker of Fithian, IL; two sons, James (Michele) Petty of Shorewood, IL, and Christian Torres (girlfriend, Catheey) of Shorewood, IL; three sisters, Maria (Jose Luis) Granados of Dallas, TX, Raquel Torres of Hoopeston, IL, and Magdalena Torres of Hoopeston, IL; two brothers, Jose Luis (Raquel) Torres of Hoopeston, IL and Vale Torres of Mexico; one sister-in-law, Maria Torres of Geneva, IL; nine grandchildren, Esahi Compton, Kaijsa Torres, Ayden Petty, Amarias Compton, Obiet Torres, Arisai Baker, Noah Petty, Ethan Petty, and Azari Baker; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one son, Esahi Eden Torres.

Severo owned and operated his own construction business. He enjoyed working in his garden, listening to 70’s and 80’s music, and particularly enjoyed staying busy with construction work. Severo loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren as he loved being a grandpa more than anything.

A private family service will be held.

Memorial donations may be made in memory of Severo to the donor’s choice.

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

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.

John Lewis “Johnny” McCoy, 78, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 1:45 A.M. Saturday September 7, 2024. He was born November 3, 1945, in LaFollette, TN, the son of Johnny McCoy and Mary Ruth (Parks) Biggs.

He is survived by his life partner of 39 years, Noreen Humphreys Johnson, of Hoopeston, IL; children, Anna Ruth (Kevin) Fleming of Chatsworth, GA, Eric (Connie) Staley of Hoopeston, IL, Deneen (Peter) Hunold of Baltimore, OH, and Brian (Terry) Johnson of Fowler, IN; fifteen grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.

John was a retired truck driver. He served in the United States Army from 1965-1967. He enjoyed watching NASCAR and collecting knives.

Cremation rites will be accorded, and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

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

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.

William “Bill” D. Boen, 82, of Oakwood, passed away at 7:40 p.m. Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at Carle Foundation Hospital, in Urbana.

He was born on August 20, 1942, in Danville, the son of Herman and Bertha M. (Sims) Boen.  He married Marilyn Reed on October 13, 1963, in Potomac.  She survives.

He is also survived by two sons- Dougals K. (Laurie) Boen of Georgetown, Illinois and Darren W. Boen of Minnetonka, Minnesota; granddaughter- Ashley (Luke Paxton) Boen; step-granddaughter- Alyssa (Dillon) Neff; seven great-grandchildren- Ashton Pilkington, Keely, Kole, Knoll, Wren and Lane Paxton and Riley Neff; brother- John Boen of Oakwood; sister- Barbara Wolfe of Newburgh, Indiana; special friend of the family- Craig Morton of Minnetonka, Minnesota; and many special nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister-in-law- Claudine Boen and brother-in-law- Norman Wolfe.

Bill graduated from Oakwood High School.  He worked for 28 years at Teepak in Danville and then for 5 years at Conagra, until his retirement.  Bill loved going to the Indianapolis 500 to cheer on his favorite driver AJ Foyt.  He attended the race for over 40 years in a row and loved to take someone new to the race and see the excitement in their eyes as they watched the race for the first time.  He was also a NASCAR fan as long as Dale Earnhardt Sr. was driving the black number 3.  He loved to mow his grass, trim the bushes and wash his vehicles.  Bill enjoyed being with his family, but he would always light up when he saw his great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Bill’s Life will be held at 11:30 a.m. Monday, September 16, 2024, at the Blurton Funeral Home, with Pastor George Desmond officiating.  Visitation will be from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Monday, at the funeral home.  Burial will follow the service in the Potomac Cemetery.  Memorials may be made in Bill’s name to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home to assist them in honoring Bill’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on his everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

Fred Edward Obenland, Jr., 86, of rural Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 10:07 P.M. Wednesday September 11, 2024, at his home. He was born April 29, 1938, in Rankin, IL, the son of Fred E. and Laura (Philps) Obenland. He married Suzan Crose on July 1, 1961. She survives in rural Hoopeston.

He is also survived by one daughter, Ginger Bertram; one son, Rob (Tanya) Obenland; four grandchildren, Zane (Gabby) Obenland, Marissa Obenland, Laura Obenland, and Megan Bertram; two great-grandchildren, Eleanor Reeves and Maci King; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and eleven brothers and sisters.

Fred was a farmer for twenty years, farming from 1965-1985. He was also the Prairie Green Township Road Commissioner for twenty-six years. He served in the United States Army from 1961-1963 and was a member of the Wellington Lions Club. Fred collected antique Farmall tractors and enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Cremation rites will be accorded and the family will hold a Celebration of Life from 1:00 -3:00 P.M. Saturday, September 28, 2024, at The Barn, 203 E. Main St., Hoopeston, IL.

Memorial donations may be made in memory of Fred to the Wellington Greer Fire Department, Milford Ambulance & Fire Department, or H.A.R.T. (Hoopeston Animal Rescue Team).

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

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.

Barry Eugene Moore, 62, of Slidell, LA, formerly of Hoopeston, IL, passed away on February 16, 2024, at his home. He was born February 24, 1961, in Danville, IL, the son of Gary Eugene and Anna Frances (Rayls) Moore.

He is survived by his mother, Anna Frances “Fran” Moore of Hoopeston, IL; two daughters, Anna Nicole and Nina Michelle; two sons, Joshua and Jeremy; one sister, Candy Warf of Wellington, IL; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Gary E. Moore and two brothers, Gary Scott Moore and Michael D. Moore.

Barry was a truck driver. He enjoyed fishing, boating, and collecting music memorabilia.

Cremation rites were accorded and a private service will be held.

Memorial donations may be made in memory of Barry to the donor’s choice.

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

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.

Phyllis Sue Hoskins, 87, of Potomac, passed away at 2:55 a.m. Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at Country Health, in Gifford.

She was born on September 1, 1937, in Champaign, Illinois, the daughter of Frawley “Bud” and Bonnie (Vermillion) Cain.  She married Richard “Dick” Hoskins on May 28, 1955, in Armstrong.  He survives.

She is also survived by three children- Cindy (Rich) Rademacher of Penfield, Shelley Hoskins of Potomac and Darren (Kristi) Hoskins of Cissna Park; five grandchildren- Justin (Kaitlyn) Rademacher, Jordan (Kendra) Rademacher, Austin Rademacher, Shelby (Tyler) Robinson and Sterling (Jaida Wise) Young; four great-grandchildren- Hailey, Weston and Jaxon Rademacher and Drayer Robinson; sister- Sandy Rogers of Savoy; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, son- Tony Hoskins and two brothers- Dale and Jerry Cain.

Phyllis graduated from Armstrong High School in 1955 as the class valedictorian.  Following high school, she began working at Chanute AFB, retiring in 1988.  She was a member of the Potomac Church of the Nazarene, where she enjoyed playing the organ.  Phyllis was a sports enthusiast and a diehard Chicago Cubs fan.  She loved to go watch her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren play sports.  She was known for her hospitality and her great cooking, especially her fried chicken and chocolate sheet cake.  In the winter season, she enjoyed traveling with Dick to Florida.  Her greatest enjoyment was spending time with her family.

A Celebration of her Life will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, September 9, 2024, at the Potomac Church of the Nazarene, with Pastor Randy Holden officiating.  Burial will follow the service in the Potomac Cemetery.  Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, at the church.  Memorials may be made in Phyllis’s name to the Hooves of Hope.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home to assist them in honoring Phyllis’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on her everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

Joseph Edward McGuire, 57, of Rankin, IL, passed away at home surrounded by his family on September 4, 2024, ending a yearlong battle with cancer. He was born March 11, 1967, in Chicago, IL, the son of Joseph M. McGuire, Jr. and Christine (Rochowiak) Brown.

He is survived by his mother, Christine Brown; four daughters, Victoria, Julia, Emilia, and Zophia McGuire; three sisters, Maureen (Douglas) Norris, Kathleen McGuire, and Colleen (Jeffrey) Karn; one stepbrother, Len Brown; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph M. McGuire, Jr., and his grandparents, Edward and Genevieve Rochowiak and Joseph M. Sr. and Jeannette McGuire.

Joseph worked for Strategic Marketing & Mailing in Champaign and later at Teasdale Foods in mechanical maintenance. He was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church in Hoopeston. Joseph’s hobbies included photography, building model airplanes, cooking, baking, and gardening. He also enjoyed riding and repairing motorcycles.

Cremation rites will be accorded. A visitation will be held 4:00 – 6:00 P.M. Friday, September 20, 2024, at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St., Hoopeston, IL. Mass will be held at 12:00 P.M. Saturday, September 21, 2024, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 318 Chicago Ave, Savanna, IL, followed by a burial at St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery. A luncheon will follow at 1:00 P.M.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Joseph E. McGuire Memorial Fund in care of his mother, Christine Brown, either at the services or sent to Christine Brown at 13 Hill St., Savanna, IL 61074.

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

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.

Michael (Mike) Wayne Longest, 62, of Hoopeston passed away peacefully at his home at 11:47am September 3rd, 2024. Mike was born October 16th, 1961 in Watseka, IL to Carl Longest and Elaine (Osgood) Longest.

Mike enjoyed spending time visiting with his neighbors and family, especially his twin brother Pat. He attended Milford High School and later joined the US Marine Corps. He leaves behind two sons Jeremy (Stacie) Clingenpeel of Danville, IL and Justin Longest of Altamonte Springs, FL; as well as five brothers, Sam (Jackie) Longest of Denver, CO, Doug (Deb) Longest of Watseka, IL, Randy (Teri) Longest of O’Fallon, MO, John (Jill) Longest of Spirit Lake, IA and his beloved twin brother and best friend, Pat (Tammy) Longest of Hoopeston, IL; three grandchildren, Dane Clingenpeel, Kaiden Clingenpeel, Madelyn Clingenpeel; one great grandson, Lincoln; his cherished and spoiled dog, Ryder; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and many aunts, uncles, and friends.

Mike had a great laugh and was always bringing life and laughter into any room with his gift of gab. He was proud of who he was and he will be truly missed and loved by the ones who knew him best.

A memorial service will be at 10:30 am on Thursday, September 12, 2024 at Milford Christian Church. Rev. Brent Zastrow will officiate.

Edna Mae Hughes, 96, of Rossville, IL, passed away Friday, August 30, 2024, at The Hawthorne Inn Assisted Living Facility in Danville, IL. She was born April 21, 1928, in Oakwood, IL, the daughter of Harry Lee and Hazel Mae (Ferris) Peak. She married C.E. “Gene” Hughes on December 24, 1946, in Danville, IL. He preceded her in death.

She is survived by one daughter, Maria Lynn (Michael) VerBeke of Hoopeston, IL; two sons, Steven Eugene Hughes of Rossville, IL and Larry Dean Hughes of Williamsport, IN; five grandchildren, Larry Keith Hughes, Dana (Justin) Beckner, Tracy (Marc) Jackson, Stacy (Roger) Hobbs, and Kelly Hughes (Ben Walsh); six great-grandchildren, Lydia Ava and Jon Michael Sprague, Alyvia Grace and Tysun Marc Jackson, and Melaina Paige and Mia Kate Beckner; one sister, Reva Lind of Arizona; and two brothers, Clifford (Carol) Peak and Glen (Jerlyn) Peak all of Oakwood, IL.

In addition to her husband, Gene, Edna was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Dorothy Chilton; two brothers, Edward Peak and Robert Peak (infant); three grandchildren, Jeffery Jay and Michael Wayne Hughes and Michael Jason VerBeke; and her daughter-in-law, Debbie Hughes.

Mrs. Hughes attended Bismarck and Oakwood schools. She previously owned and operated Hughes’ Antiques in Rossville along with her husband.

She was active in The Eastern Star, Junior and Senior Woman’s Club, and the Rossville Canasta Club. She was a member and past Sunday School teacher of the Rossville United Methodist Church.

Her family was her first love. She particularly enjoyed watching her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren during all stages of their lives. She appreciated and loved her many friends, loved to travel and visit friends in Florida, and she was fond of nature, wildlife, and all domestic animals.

She will be certainly missed by her family and friends beyond measure.

Cremation rites will be accorded. A visitation will be held 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. Monday, September 9, 2024, at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St., Hoopeston, IL. A memorial service will follow the visitation and will begin at 12:00 P.M. Monday at the funeral home with Pastor Chris Quick officiating. Burial will follow in Mann’s Chapel Cemetery in rural Rossville.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Rossville United Methodist Church, 116 Maple St., Rossville, IL 60963.

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

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.