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Grovene R. Yocum - 85

10/11/1926 - 12/7/2011
Prairie City

Grovene R. Yocum age 85 of Prairie City, Illinois, passed away at 6:25 A.M. Thursday, December 8, 2011, at St. Mary Medical Center, in Galesburg, Illinois. She was born October 12, 1926, in Colchester, to Charles and Maude Smith Powell. Grovene was united in marriage on September 27, 1942, in Palmyra, Mo., to George Marion Yocum, he preceded her in death on February 7, 2011, also preceding her were her parents, 3 Brothers, and 3 Sisters.
Surviving to mourn her passing are 1 Son; Larry George and Linda Yocum, Cedar Hill, Tennessee, 1 Daughter; La Nee Jean Beard, West Burlington, Iowa, 4 Grandchildren, 6 Great Grandchildren, 6 Great Great Grandchildren, 1 Brother; Max and Joan Powell, Bushnell.
She was a member of the Colchester First Christian Church.
Funeral Services will be 10:00 A.M. Monday, December 12, 2011, at the Jones Mortuary in Colchester with the Rev. Rick Weiss. Visitation with the family will be 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Monday at the funeral home. Friends may view at the funeral home after 9:00 A.M. Sunday till time of Services. Burial will take place at Bethel Cemetery. To leave condolences to the family visit online at jonesmortuaryfh.com.

Marilyn Kay Raymond - 71

5/3/1940 - 12/2/2011
Macomb

Marilyn Kay Raymond, went to be with her lord, at 6:10 A.M. Saturday, December 3, 2011, at the Elms Nursing Home in Macomb. She was born May 4, 1940, in Macomb, Illinois to Glenn and Elner Dowdy Standard.
Surviving to mourn her passing is her husband, Clifford of Colchester, 1 Son; Kirk Raymond (Amy), Mt. Sterling, Illinois, 1 Daughter; Marce Raymond Kamps (Tom) of Columbia, Mo., 4 grandchildren; Garrett, Ashlyn, Jesse and Wyatt Raymond of Mt. Sterling, Illinois, 2 Sisters; Sherry Wayland (Jack) of Macomb and Connie Standard of Macomb, 1 Brother; Glenn Arlin Standard (Phyllis of Glendale, AZ., along with several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, 1 son; Monty Kerk Raymond and 1 Sister; Karen Sue Standard.
Marilyn graduated from Macomb Sr. High School in 1958 and worked at Western Illinois University, for 20 years until her retirement on December 31, 1995. She was an active member of the Macomb Assembly of God Church for 55 years. She served as a Sunday School Teacher, and Director of Education. She loved learning by studying the Bible and reading books. She was an avid note taker and record keeper. She was proud of her high school class, and served on the reunion planning committee, for several years. Marilyn would say that keeping in touch is important ! She is happy to meet her Lord and Savior after many years of faithful and unwavering service !
Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, December 7 , 2011, at the Macomb Assembly of God Church, with the Rev. Randy Randall. Visitation with the family will be 1 hour prior to the services at the church. Friends may view and sign the register book a the Jones Mortuary after 9:00 A.M. Tuesday, then after 12 noon Wednesday at the church till time of services. Burial will take place at Oakwood Cemetery in Macomb. Memorial is to the Macomb Assembly of God Church Education Fund. To leave condolences to the family visit online at jonesmortuaryfh.com.

Doris E. Matthews - 91

9/6/1920 - 12/2/2011
Tennessee, Illinois

Doris Eileen Matthews age 91 of The Elms Nursing Home in Macomb, formerly of Tennessee, Illinois, went to be with her lord at 9:20 A.M. Saturday, December 3, 2011. She was born September 7, 1920, in Lamoine Township, to Everett and Bertha Robinson Parks. On February 9, 1945, in Lamoine Township near Plymouth, Illinois she was united in marriage to Lawrence H. ( Tommy ) Matthews, he preceded her in death on December 4, 2002. She was also preceded in death by her parents.
Surviving to mourn the passing of Doris are 1 Son; Danny and Louisa Matthews, Tennessee, Illinois, 1 Daughter; Ann Eilleen Matthews, Biggsville, Illinois, 4 Grandchildren; Tom Matthews, Amy Carson, Ben Matthews, Emily Nelson, 3 Great Grandchildren; Caleb and Meg Carson, Kenda Nelson, 2 Brothers; Merle Parks, Macomb, Paul Parks, Table Grove, Illinois, 1 Sister; Mary Cook, Macomb, and 1 Sister-in-Law; Marge Matthews, Tennessee, Illinois.
Doris had worked as a Public Health / T.B. Nurse. She was also the Office Nurse for Dr. Stephan Roth in Colchester for over 25 years. She was a member of the Tennessee United Methodist Church, Tennessee United Methodist Women and the Colchester Business and Professional Women.
Funeral services will be 2:00 P. M. Thursday, December 8, 2011, at the Jones Mortuary in Colchester with the Rev. Mark Smith. Burial will take place at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Macomb. Visitation with the family will be 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, December 7, 2011, at the funeral home. Friends may view and sign the register book at the funeral home after 9:00 A.M. Wednesday till time of services. Memorial is to the Colchester Rescue Squad or Donors Choice. To leave condolences to the family visit online at jonesmortuaryfh.com.

James (Jim) Fentem - 67

1/1/1944 - 11/29/2011
Colchester

James (Jim) Ralph Fentem age 67 of Colchester, passed away at 7:35 A.M. Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at Memorial Medical Center, Springfield, Illinois. Jim was born January 2, 1944, in Macomb, Illinois to Woodrow and Gertrude Utley Fentem.
Jim was united in marriage on April 13, 1965, in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, to Martha Danielson, she survives of Colchester. Also surviving to mourn his passing are 2 Sons; Tim and Sharon Fentem, Clayton, North Carolina, John and Katy Fentem, Tremont, Illinois, 1 Daughter; Deb and Lonny Malcomson, Virginia, Illinois, 7 Grandchildren; Alex and Nicole Fentem, Shari (Eric) Labian, Erika Eskridge, Brody and Ty Malcomson and Shannon Fentem, 1 Brother; Don and Joyce Fentem, East Moline, Illinois, 2 Sisters; Martha Ann and John Lavelle, Bettendorf, Iowa, LuAnn Zoerner, South Carolina, along with several Nephews and Nieces.
Jim was retired from N.T.N. Bower as an electrician, in Macomb in 2005 after 38 years. He served his country in the U.S. Navy from 1963 to 1967. He was a avid St. Louis Cardinals fan and dedicated fishing man, Life member of the North American Fisherman, Member of the Colchester United Methodist Church, where he served as a trustee and usher.
Graveside services will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday, December 3, 2011, at Mt. Auburn Cemetery in Colchester, with the Rev. Mark Smith. Military services at the grave by the Macomb V.F.W. and Macomb American Legion. Visitation with the family will be 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Friday, December 2, 2011 at the Jones Mortuary in Colchester. Friends may view and sign the register book at the funeral home after 10:00 A.M. Friday. Memorials are to American Heart Association, Colchester United Methodist Church, or Donors Choice. To leave condolences to the family visit online at jonesmortuaryfh.com.

Marjorie G. Kozan - 91

2/4/1920 - 11/12/2011
Macomb

Marjorie G. Kozan, age 91 of Macomb, passed away at 6:32 P.M. Sunday, November 13, 2011, at McDonough District Hospital in Macomb. She was born February 5, 1920, in Colchester the daughter of Homer A. and Lillie M. Stookey Payne.
Cremation rites have been accorded. Internment will be held at a later date. Jones Mortuary in Colchester is handling arrangements. To leave condolences to the family visit online at jonesmortuaryfh.com.

Arlene Lefler - 90

8/13/1921 - 11/11/2011
Colchester

Arlene Lefler age 90 of Colchester, Illinois passed away at 11:56 A.M. Saturday, November 12, 2011, at the Methodist Medical Center in Peoria. Arlene was born August 14, 1921, in Alton, Illinois to Thomas and Elizabeth M. Hull Richards. She was united in marriage on April 19, 1945, in San Diego, California to Lloyd E. (Gene) Lefler, he preceded her in death on April 1, 2005.
Surviving to mourn her passing are 2 Daughters; Valerie and Tom Shoopman, Jacksonville, Fla., Nan and Don Springer, Minier, Illinois, 3 Grandchildren and 8 Great Grandchildren.
Arlene was preceded in death by her parents, husband, 1 Grandson; Jeff, 3 Brothers and 1 Sister.
She was a member of the Colchester First Christian Church and had been employed at Yetter Manufacturing in Colchester.
Graveside services will be 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at Mt. Auburn Cemetery in Colchester, with Rev. Dennis Clements. Visitation with the family will be 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, November 15, 2011, at the Jones Mortuary in Colchester. Friends view may and sign the register book at the funeral home after 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, then after 9:00 A.M. Wednesday till 12:00 Noon. To leave condolences to the family visit online at jonesmortuaryfh.com.

Naomi D. Hiland - 65

2/17/1946 - 11/7/2011
Blandinsville

Naomi D. Hiland age 65 of Blandinsville, Illinois, passed away at 10:35 A.M. Tuesday, November 8, 2011, at McDonough District Hospital, Macomb, Illinois. She was born February 18, 1946, in Industry, Illinois, to Richard and Nellie Phillips Creasey. Naomi was united in marriage on February 15, 1981, in Macomb to Dwyene Hiland, he survives of Blandinsville.
Surviving to mourn her passing is her husband, 3 Sons; Richard and Charity Hood, Kevin Bartlett, Kenneth and Mary Bartlett, 2 Daughters; Menessa and Lennie Berg, Michelle and Michael Riffey, 10 Grandchildren, 3 Great Grandchildren, 3 Brothers; Gary Creasey, Jimmy Creasey, David Creasey, 4 Sisters; Barbara Eichman, Patricia Smith, Lisa Utter and Susan Ramos.
Naomi was preceded in death by her parents and 1 Brother; Terry Creasey.
She had been employed as a CNA for 17 years at the Colchester Nursing Center and King Seeley of Macomb.
Funeral Services will be 1:00 P.M. Friday, November 11, 2011 at the Jones Mortuary in Colchester, with the Rev. John McMurl. Visitation with the family will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, November 10, 2011, at the funeral home. Burial will take place at Mt. Auburn Cemetery in Colchester. Friends may call at the funeral home from 10:00 A.M. Thursday till time of services at the funeral home. Memorial is to the Blandinsville Rescue Squad. To leave condolences to the family visit online at jonesmortuaryfh.com.

Russell - 86

2/2/1925 - 10/28/2011
Colchester

Russell D. “Jack” Wilson, age 86 of Colchester, passed away at 6:58 A.M. Saturday, October 29, 2011, at McDonough District Hospital in Macomb. He was born February 3, 1925, in Rushville, Illinois, to Roy Delbert and Sarah Florence Wheelhouse Wilson. Jack was united in marriage to Naomi F. Stockdale on August 24, 1946, in Macomb, Illinois. Naomi preceded him in death on March 11, 2008. Also preceding him are his parents, 3 Brothers; Jim, Merle and Bob Wilson, and 1 Sister; Elnora J. Smith.
Surviving to mourn Jack’s passing are 1 Daughter; Lyndanita and Edwin Hamm, 1 Son; William “Rick” Wilson, 5 Grandchildren; Stacey Alexander and Dale Markley, William Alexander and his partner Terry Chasteen, Jennifer and Tyler Hennings, Jessica Wilson, 3 Great Grandchildren; Ashley and Bailey Alexander, Cy Hennings, 2 Great Great Grandchildren; Daylynn Alexander and Marley Jo Alexander, 1 Brother; Arden and Madie Wilson, 2 Sisters; Berty and Ed Agans and Alice Hodges.
Jack was a member of the St. Pauls Church in Macomb, St. Pauls Knights of Columbus, Gold Hills Golf Course, Little Swan and Shaw Creek Golf Clubs, Automotive Whole salers of Illinois, Macomb V.F.W. Post 1921 and past member of the Colchester Lions Club. He had been a Police Officer in Bushnell, Illinois, worked for Anderson Automotive in Colchester, Owned and operated Bushnell Auto parts for 56 years. He served his country in the U.S. Navy from June 5, 1943, to March 21, 1946, as a Belly Gunner in the Navy Air Corp. He survived the Sinking of the U.S. Liscome Bay and he served on the U.S. Barnes.
Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, November 2, 2011, at the Jones Mortuary in Colchester, with Deacon Larry Adams. Visitation will be Tuesday, November 1, 2011, from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the Funeral Home. Burial with Military Rites by the Macomb V.F.W. and Macomb American Legion will be at Mt. Auburn Cemetery in Colchester, following the services. Friends may view and sign the register book at the funeral home after 9:00 A.M. Tuesday till time of services. Memorial is to the Macomb V.F.W. Post 1921. To leave condolences to the family visit online at jonesmortuaryfh.com.

Shirley May Rigg - 86

5/1/1925 - 10/2/2011
Macomb

Shirley May Rigg age 86 of Macomb, passed away at 12:55 A.M. Monday, October 3, 2011, at McDonough District Hospital in Macomb.
She was the fourth of five children born to William and Ida (Swisher) Elam on May 2, 1925. She graduated from Western Academy in 1943 and worked at Woolworth's on the Macomb Square.
She married Keith Wm. Rigg on October 20, 1945. The wedding was held in Anniston, Ala., while Keith was stationed at Fort McClellan. She returned to Macomb when her husband served in the army in France. She worked at Hemps making bomb bands.
She lived all of her life near Fandon, Illinois as a homemaker, assisting Keith in farming and his auctioneering business.
Shirley is survived by two sons; Craig (Cynthia) Rigg of Colchester and Curt (Janet) Rigg of Bushnell, a son-in-law; Rick Mercier of Mound, Minnesota, two Sisters; Francis (Elam) Scholz of Effingham, Kansas, and Marie (Elam) Rigg of Macomb; seven grandchildren - Crista Rigg, Cyle and Marla Rigg, Shelley Rigg, Cory Rigg, Kary Rigg, Christy and Kirk Aceves, and Mindy Mercier and three great-grandchildren, Cade, Owen and Tegan Rigg.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter; Camilla Ree Mercier of Mound, Minnesota, Brother; Earl Elam of Peoria, and a Sister; Wanda Thorman of Macomb.
She was a member of the Macomb First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and of the Nutty Nut Pickers Club. She was a collector, a seamstress, an avid reader, and cared deeply for her church and her family.
Funeral Services will be 2:00 P.M. Thursday, October 6, 2011, at the Jones Mortuary in Colchester with the Rev. Terry Foland Officiant. Visitation will be Wednesday, October 5 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Burial will take place at Archer-Bethel Cemetery. Friends may view and sign the register book at the funeral home after 9:00 A.M. Wednesday. Memorials are to Archer-Bethel Cemetery Association or the Macomb First Christian Church. To leave condolences to the family visit online at jonesmortuaryfh.com.

Marion Francis Jackson - 90

11/10/1920 - 10/1/2011
Macomb

Marion Francis (Bouck) Jackson age 90 of Macomb, passed away at 4:20 P.M. Sunday, October 2, 2011, at Wesley Village Health Care in Macomb, Illinois of Congestive heart failure and cancer.
He was born in Macomb, Illinois on November 3 1920 to William Andrew and Minnie Bell (McKee) Jackson, the 10th of 11 children, he married Doris Darlene Leasman on September 12, 1942, in Kahoka, Mo.. She preceded him in death on February 23, 2003. He is survived by 3 children; Marian Estella (Andrew) Butcher of Winnebago, Illinois, Frances Lorraine Jackson (Ken Goodroe) of Swanton, VT., and William Everett Jackson of Belleville, Illinois. He is survived by 7 grandchildren; Christopher Byrne, Jennifer (Herb) Adams, Kimberly (Darvy) Spoor, Jonathan (Shana) Butcher, Ryan (Holly) Jackson, Katie (Martin) Hrabusicky, and Evan (Courtney) Jackson. He is also survived by 9 great Grandchildren; Caitlin Byrne, Ty Spoor, Emma Spoor, Michael Adams, Hunter Adams, Kelsey Butcher, Elijah Butcher, Olivia Jackson, and Parker Jackson. He was preceded in death by 1 great grandchild; Zachary Adams and by his parents and all of his siblings.
Marion served in World War II from 1942 until 1945 with the Army Corp of Engineers. He was stationed in the Philippines. After the war, Marion farmed for a few years around Macomb. In 1951 he moved to Galesburg where he worked at the Admiral plant until 1956. He moved to rural Colchester in the fall of 1956 and joined the Labor Union and helped build many of the building on the WIU campus. In January of 1967 he moved to town in Colchester, where he lived until 2009. He then moved to the Wesley Village Apartments in Macomb were he resided until shortly before his death.
In his younger years he was an avid hunter of coons, rabbits, and squirrels. After retirement in 1982, he became an avid fisherman. He always had a big vegetable garden and even kept a small garden while at Wesley Village. He loved to go blackberry picking and mushroom hunting. He also loved to walk and walked a mile a day until shortly before his death.
Funeral Services will be 2:00 P.M. Saturday, October 8, 2008, at the Jones Mortuary in Colchester, with the Rev. Mark Smith officiant. Visitation with the family will be from 12:30 to 2:00 Saturday at the funeral. Friends May view and sign the register book at the funeral home after 9:00 A.M. Friday. Burial will take place at Oakwood Cemetery in Macomb, with full Military Rites at the grave by the Macomb V.F.W. and Macomb American Legion. Memorials are to the McDonough District Hospital Hospice. To leave condolences to the family visit online at jonesmortuaryfh.com.

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