Amanda Lea Garman Landers, 50, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 2:52 A.M. Saturday January 25, 2025, at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, IN. She was born on May 10, 1974, in Danville, IL, the daughter of Robert L. Garman and Lealoni (Tony) Gress. She married Chuckie Landers, and they spent thirty years together. He survives in Hoopeston.

She is also survived by her mother and step-father, Lealoni and Tony Gress of Hoopeston, IL; one daughter, Courtney Parrish of Westville, IL; three sons, Zachary Garman (Misty Watson), Blaine Landers and Chas Landers all of Hoopeston, IL; two sisters, Andi Garmon (Jason Berning) of Naples, FL and Ashlee (Scott) Polen of Wilmington, NC; grandmother, Fran Harris of Hoopeston, IL; and nieces, Anna Lucas, Baylea Hasbargen (Kyle Peters), Leyton Peters, and Mary Ella Polen.

She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Garman; father-in-law, Chuck Landers; mother-in-law, Marsha Prather Landers; grandfather, Charles “Bud” Miller; and grandparents, Bob and Maxine Garman.

Amanda worked in Quality Control at Teasdale Foods for ten years. She was a member of the GearHeads Motorcycle Club.

Cremation rites will be accorded. A Celebration of Life will be held from 1:00 – 4:00 P.M. Saturday February 8, 2025, at The Legion, 502 E. Penn St., Hoopeston, IL.

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

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.

Jeffrey Dale “Jethro” Gudeman, 68, of Wellington, IL, passed away at 2:00 P.M. Friday January 24, 2025, at OSF in Urbana, IL. He was born May 29, 1956, in Watseka, IL, the son of Wilbert and Anna (Schupbach) Gudeman. He married the love of his life, Rena Dale, on June 7, 2007, in Watseka, IL. She survives in Wellington, IL.

He is also survived by two stepsons, Stevie (Samantha) Bruens of Wellington, IL and Billy (Ashley) Bruens of Wellington, IL; two sisters, Velma Bird of Bloomington, IL and Alice (Leonard) McKean of Cissna Park, IL; four brothers, Victor (Carin) Gudeman of Bloomington, IL, Roger (Marcia) Gudeman of Myrtle Beach, SC, Marvin (DiAnna) Gudeman of Bloomington, IL, and Harry (Linda) Gudeman of Lafayette, IN; 8 grandchildren, Rylee (Alyssa) Bruens, Leevi Bruens (Porchea Demers), Karlee Bruens (Jasmin Hajjar), Natalee (Lucas) Dart, and Emmalee, Bentley, Conlee, and Dailee Bruens; five nieces; six nephews, and twenty great-nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.

Jeff worked as a bricklayer in Bloomington. He then worked at FMC in Hoopeston and later at Goodwine Co-op. He most recently worked for FS in Wellington until his retirement. He was a lifetime member of the Cissna Park American Legion Post 527, where he enjoyed helping at Old Settlers. Jeff enjoyed life to the fullest and loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He also enjoyed camping and vacationing with family and was an avid fan of the St. Louis Cardinals.

Cremation rites will be accorded.

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

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.

Austin Hiram Crawford, Sr., 86, of Wellington, IL, passed away at 11:40 P.M. Sunday January 12, 2025, at his home. He was born December 4, 1938, at home in rural Milford, IL, the son of James “Jack” and Mary (Stroud) Crawford. He married Patricia Anne Gocken on January 8, 1983. She survives in Wellington.

He is also survived by one daughter, Cathy (Stuart) Galloway of Milford, IL; one son, Austin Hiram (Amy Jo) Crawford, Jr. of Milford, IL; one step-daughter, Janet Lynn Focken of Watseka, IL; and one step-son, James Martin (Tami) Harwood of Milford, IL; brother-in-law, Bob Cornell of Galena, IL; six grandchildren, George, Sarah, Travis(Bayley), Daniel, Caitlin, and Cara Jo; four great-grandchildren, Vivian, Lyna, Karlee, and Maize; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Lillian (Glen) Finley and Virginia Cornell; and one brother, Frank (Stella) Crawford.

Hiram worked at Tuttle’s Grocery Store and as an auxiliary police officer in Watseka. He later worked at Stockland Elevator and then Fremont Company in Milford, until his retirement. He was a member of the Milford Christian Church. He had also been a member of the Hoopeston Masonic Star Lodge #709 since1969, serving for over 50 years.

Per his wishes, cremation rites will be accorded, and a service will be held at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made in memory of Hiram to the Hoopeston Masonic Star Lodge #709, 208 W. Orange St., Hoopeston, IL 60942.

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

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.

Traffic Accident H25-0202

Time: 4:51 pm

Location: N. Dixie Hwy./ Baer Dr.

Unit #1: 2017 Hyundai driven by Eric Jaskula (M) (49) of Milford

Unit #2: 2005 Ford driven by Mitchell Davis (M) (44) of Clarence

Details: Unit #1 was traveling northbound on N. Dixie Hwy. when the driver’s side tire came off the vehicle and struck Unit 2. No injuries, no tickets and both units were insured.

Armando “Mondo” Montez, 64, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 2:59 P.M. Thursday, January 9, 2025, at his home. He was born December 30, 1960, in McAllen, TX, the son of Antonio Montez, Sr. and Otilia Maria (Obregon) Montez. They preceded him in death.

He is survived by two sisters, Norma Linda (Ryan) Cade and Angelica Maria Montez (Gary Watson), three brothers, Antonio “Tony” Montez, Jr., Jesus “Jesse” Montez, and Reynaldo “Rey” (Lori) Montez; and nine nieces and nephews, Nick (Ashley) Montez, Jose (Britteny) Montez, Benjamin Montez, Raven N. Rutherford, Xavier Rivera, Olivia Montez (Junior Hartman), and Madison, Mila, and Danielle Watson.

Armando previously worked for the City of Hoopeston Water Department, TMF in Williamsport, IN, and most recently, Silgan Containers in Hoopeston. He was a life-long fan of the Chicago Cubs, the Chicago Bears, and Illini football and basketball. He loved music, Bigfoot, UFO sightings, and cars, especially Mustangs. Armando also enjoyed fishing and spending time with his nieces and nephews. 

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 Armando’s eternal tribute page and to send the family condolences.

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.

Rosalynn Amarah “Rosy” Nichols, the 3-year-old daughter of John David and Ariel Nicole Nichols of Hoopeston, IL, was received into God’s arms at 1:06 A.M. Tuesday January 7, 2025, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana. She was born September 28, 2021, in Urbana, IL.

She is survived by her sister, Ryleigh Evelynn Nichols; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins, Kayla (Breyan) Peterson, Gabriel, Noah, Isaiah, Naomi, Aurora, Gideon, Joshua (Kayla) Nichols, Averie, Silas, and Laura (Randall).

Rosalynn touched many lives even with the challenges she faced. She and her family competed in the 5K Hope for HIE to help raise awareness and her family plans to continue that tradition in her memory.  Rosalynn was the sweetest, most adorable baby ever and brought joy to many people.

A visitation will be held 3:00 – 5:00 P.M. Monday January 13, 2025, at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St., Hoopeston, IL.

Memorial donations may be made to Rosalynn’s family.

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

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.

Robert “Bob” Dale Uden, 77, of Hoopeston, passed away at 4:40 a.m. Sunday, January 5, 2025, at OSF Sacred Heart Medical Center, in Danville.

He was born on February 20, 1947, in Urbana, Illinois, the son of Reemt P. and Jaunita (Evans) Uden.  He is survived by his son- Wes (Paula) Uden of Henry, Illinois; three grandchildren- Haley Fritz, Levi Robbins and Michaela (Joey Heathcoat) Uden; two great-grandchildren- Raelynn Robbins and Charlotte Heathcoat; two brothers- Roger (Cathy) Uden of Hoopeston and Rex (Sandi) Uden of Paxton; sister-in-law- Diane Uden of Royal; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother- Rick Uden.

Bob graduated from Rankin High School, in 1967.  He joined the United States Army and served from 1969 to 1971.  He worked for most of his life as a truck driver and a mechanic.  Bob loved working on cars, especially his 1967 Dodge Coronet.  He also enjoyed camping and getting together with family.

According to his wishes cremation rites will be arranged and a celebration of his life will be held at a later date.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home, in Hoopeston, to assist them in honoring Bob’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on his everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

Nancy Ann Brown, 75, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 8:28 A.M. Friday, January 3, 2025, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL. She was born August 21, 1949, in Danville, IL, the daughter of Alexander and Phyllis (Wagoner) Lane. She married Franklin Brown on January 20, 1968, at the Antioch Church of Christ in rural Rossville. He survives in Hoopeston.

She is also survived by two sons, Charlie (Heather) Brown of Elwood, IN and Mark (Lori) Brown of Gibson City, IL; two sisters, Debbie (Richard) Swartz of Hoopeston, IL and Toni Anderson of Hoopeston, IL; one brother, Randy (Gail) Lane of Hoopeston, IL; four grandchildren, Kyle, Jordan, Ryan, and Lindsay; five great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and a special friend Lisa Kinney and her husband, Allen.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother-in-law.

Nancy worked at Schumacher Electric and was a daycare provider. She also cared for her family as a homemaker. She was a member of the Antioch Church of Christ in rural Rossville. Nancy enjoyed doing word searches, watching soap operas, and most of all, spending time with her family.

Cremation rites will be accorded. A visitation will be held 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. Thursday, January 16, 2025, at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. The memorial service will follow the visitation and will begin at 1:00 P.M. Thursday January 16, at the funeral home with Pastor Earl Eells officiating. Burial will follow in Floral Hill Cemetery in Hoopeston.

Memorial donations may be made to Nancy’s family.

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

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.

Angelique F. Jerome, 66, of rural Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 10:47 A.M. Thursday January 2, 2025, at her home. She was born December 12, 1958, in Geneva, OH, the daughter of Ted and Katelin (Hills) Forbes. Her mother survives.

She is also survived by two daughters, Leah Jerome (Randy Abbott) of Alvin, IL, and Kirah (Joel) Zinyemba of Frisco, TX; one son, Carroll W. (Tammy) Jerome of Hoopeston, IL; two sisters, Tammy (Ron) Harper of Evansville, IN and Wendy (Charlie) Gernand of Hoopeston, IL; one brother, Todd (Peggy) Forbes of Boonville, IN; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one niece; and four nephews. She is also survived by a special friend, Dan Sheehan.

She was preceded in death by her father, Ted Forbes, and her son, Joshua Jerome.

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

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

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston handling the arrangements.

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Melody Kay Boils, 62, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 1:12 P.M. Saturday January 4, 2025, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL. She was born November 22, 1962, in Danville, IL, the daughter of James R. and Loretta “Darlene” (Lane) Boils. Her father survives in Hoopeston.

She is also survived by three daughters, April (Eddie) Jones, Lacey (Justin) Castillo, and Katie Houser (James Casteel); and seven grandchildren, Adasyn, Bricyn, Cohen, Alisyn, Maggie, Kamryn, and Anasyn.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Loretta “Darlene” Boils.

Melody worked at Weber’s Drug Store as a pharmacy tech for over twenty years. She then worked at the Provena Apothecary Pharmacy for several years and later became a homemaker. She loved crafting, scrapbooking, cooking, and collecting pictures of her family. She also enjoyed collecting Hello Kitty and Betty Boop memorabilia, sipping on Mountain Dew, and decorating her home especially for the holidays. Most of all, Melody enjoyed spending time with her family and caring for her cats, Patches and Bubby.

Cremation rites will be accorded, and no services will be held.

Memorial donations may be made in memory of Melody to the Vermilion County Animal Shelter, 14775 Catlin Tilton Road, Danville, IL 61834.

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

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.

Diane Lynn Allison, 70, of Alvin, passed away at 1:51 a.m. Thursday, January 2, 2025, at her home.

She was born on September 3, 1954, in Danville, the daughter of David and Georgia (Sanks) Allison Jr.  She is survived by one son- Clayton (Diane Powell) Allison of Danville; one granddaughter- Jolee Allison; two brothers- Richard (Barbara) Allison of Alvin and David (Lori) Allison of Bismarck; two sisters- Debi (Michael) Stimac and Belle (John Stimac) Allison both of Danville; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother- Daniel “Boone” Allison, nephew- Toby Allison and Frank Haggerman.

She graduated from Bismarck High School, in 1972.  She worked for several years at Sunset Cove Apartments and County Market.  She later worked at Meijer, in Danville, when they opened in 2012.  Diane enjoyed gardening, flowers and working in her yard.  She also loved horseback riding, taking care of her cats and watching tv.

A Celebration of Diane’s Life will be held at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at the Blurton Funeral Home, in Potomac, with Randy Draper officiating.  Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, at the funeral home.  Cremation arrangements will be arranged following the services.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home to assist them in honoring Diane’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on her everlasting memorial page at:  www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

Karen C. Peterson, 70, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 3:14 P.M. Tuesday December 31, 2024, at her home in Hoopeston. She was born February 3, 1954, in Danville, IL, the daughter of Walter R. and Nancy Jane (Hess) Long. She married Stanley D. Peterson on July 12, 1975, in Prairie Green. He survives in Hoopeston.

She is also survived by one daughter, Beth (Mike) Kuntz of Rankin, IL; one son, Stephen Peterson of Nashville, TN; one sister, Debby Dixon of rural Wellington, IL; two brothers, John (Jackie) Long of Danville, IL and Steve (Matt Bragg) Long of Hoopeston, IL; brother-in-law, Mark Davia; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Nancy Long; grandparents, Fred and Maude (Houston) Hess and Nelson and Iva (Lacey) Long; infant son, Timothy; granddaughter, Heather Marie Reilly; infant grandchildren, Isaiah and Joy; sister, Sue Davia; and brother-in-law, David Dixon.

Karen had a servant’s heart caring for others through her work and most importantly, her family. Throughout her life she worked various jobs including a salon coordinator at K’s Hair Design, a CNA, cashier at the Grab-It-Here, cleaning the bank, and working in the meat and produce departments at IGA. Karen especially enjoyed her time serving others as a hospice volunteer. She was a member of the Westside Nazarene Church in Hoopeston. She also enjoyed crafting, sewing, gardening, and photography.

Per her wishes, cremation rights have been accorded. Visitation will be held 11:00 A.M.- 12:00 P.M. Monday, January 13, 2025, at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. The memorial service will follow the visitation and will begin at 12:00 P.M. Monday at the funeral home, with Father Ted Pracz officiating. Burial will follow in Floral Hill Cemetery in Hoopeston.

Memorial donations may be made in memory of Karen to Shriners Children’s Hospital, Attn: Shriners Children’s, PO Box 947765, Atlanta, GA 30394.

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

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements. 

Connie Jo Douglas, 60, of Rossville, IL, passed away at 2:23 P.M. Tuesday December 31, 2024, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL. She was born November 25, 1964, in Watseka, IL, the daughter of Dearul and Marguerite (Bogard) Huckleby. She married Dale Douglas on October 7, 2000, at the Kennekuk Chapel in Danville, IL. He survives in Rossville, IL.

She is also survived by one daughter, Lindsey R. Trimble of Rossville, IL; two sisters, Debbie (George) Watson of Hoopeston, IL and Janet (Jim) Bivans of Hoopeston, IL; one brother, Harlie R. (Angie) Huckleby of Hoopeston, IL; three grandchildren, Mia Gillis, and Samuel and Abel Lane; five nieces and nephews, Kenneth Dale II, Joshua Bivans, Megan Lane, Britany Huckleby, Madison Huckleby, and many wonderful step nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; grandparents; and several aunts and uncles.

Connie was a homemaker. She enjoyed knitting, wood burning, and riding 4-wheelers and motorcycles. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.

Visitation will be held 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. Tuesday January 7, 2025, at Anderson Funeral Home, 427 E. Main St., Hoopeston, IL. The funeral service will follow the visitation and will begin at 1:00 P.M. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Mann’s Chapel in rural Rossville, IL.

Memorial donations may be made in memory of Connie to Cancer Research or Hoopeston Animal Rescue Team (H.A.R.T.).

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

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.

Barbara Jean Lewis, 90, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 6:50 A.M. Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center. She was born October 4, 1934, in Stop, KY, the daughter of Donald B. Garner Sr. and Sarah Mollie (Ramsey) Garner. She married Ralph Vernon Lewis on December 22, 1956, at the United Methodist Church in Ambia, IN. He preceded her in death on May 5, 2015.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Beverly; four brothers, Don, Monk “Claude”, Glenn, and Jimmy; and one daughter-in-law, Tammy Lewis.

She is survived by one daughter, Lea Ann (Rick) Lile of Hoopeston, IL; one son, Doug Lewis of Hoopeston, IL; four grandchildren, Alisha (Justin) Cox, Justin Lewis, PJ Bailey, and Summer (Tony) Badger; great-grandchildren, Ava, Kingston, Axel, Gabe, Bentley, Charleigh, and Kaizley; and several nieces and nephews.

Throughout Barbara’s life she worked at several factories including at Gulbransen, CBS, and Schumacher Electric until her retirement. She enjoyed the swimming pool for many years and loved caring for her flowers and garden. Most of all, Barbara loved her kids and family.

Cremation rites have been accorded, and a graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, January 10, 2025, at Floral Hill Cemetery in Hoopeston, IL with Pastor Micah Mobley officiating.

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

Anderson Funeral Home in Hoopeston is handling the arrangements.