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A6 LOCAL decatur, Illinois Tuesday, may 22, 2012 www.herald-review.com OBITUARIES Neeley Gray MACON COUNTY Corn DECATUR Florence Corn, 78, of Decatur passed away on Sunday, May 20, 2012 in McKinley Court Nursing Barber CLINTON Amalia "Molly" Barber, 23, Clinton, died Saturday (May 19, 2012). Arrangements incomplete: Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton. Bauer MATTOON Burl L. Bauer, 92, of Mattoon, died at 11:14 p.m. Monday, May 14, 2012, at Heritage Health Center in DEATHS LISTED Decatur, Macon County C0RH, Florence, Decatur DAWSON, Nevaeh, Decatur HEARN, Paula Forsyth HOFSTETTER, James Decatur KATER, Keith Decatur MANNS, Tera Decatur NEELEY, Robert G.

Decatur 0XENDALE, Caroline, Decatur REED, Myrcle Davyona La Dericka, Decatur SMITH, George F. Ill, Decatur TAYLOR, Emma Sue, Decatur Central Illinois BARBER, Amalia, Clinton BAUER, Burl Mattoon BURRUS, Shari Assumption Oxendale DECATUR Caroline Oxendale, 82, Decatur, died Friday (May 18, 2012). Services: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Homes, Decatur. Visitation was Monday.

Burial: Hall Cemetery, Blue Mound. Memorials: donor's choice. Manns DECATUR Tera K. Manns, 35, Chicago, formerly of Decatur, died Sunday (May 20, 2012). Arrangements incomplete: Walker Funeral Service and Chapel.

Smith DECATUR George F. Smith III "Frank" 74 passed away at his home with his family and friends by his Bloomington, IL. Burl was born on Janu ARMY ary 16, 1920, the son of Ralph F. and Mary (Veech) Bauer, in Neoga, Illinois. On April 30, 1955, he married the love of his life, Velma M.

Hammitt. Together, they attended the Church of Christian Science. Burl was a former member of the Mattoon Lion's Club and the Lincoln Trails Toast-masters Club. He worked as a plant manager for Young Radiator Company for 34 years. Burl was a World War II Veteran and achieved the status of First Lieutenant in the Chemical Corps for the United States Army.

He was very passionate about reading, especially poetry. Burl and Velma loved to travel, particularly to see the beauty of the mountains. Together they traveled to all 50 states, all Providences of Canada, and many countries Europe. He is survived by his sister, Hope (Vernon) Doll, of Lexington, TN, many nieces and nephews Dana (Herb) Eagan, of Bloomington, IL; Keith (Kathy) DoU, of Lexington, TN; Randy Hammitt of Colfax, IL; Bob (Shirley) Hammitt of Eugene, OR; Jay (Jeannie) Hammitt of Sandy, UT; Ray (Leslie) Hammitt of Meridian, ID; Dale Hammitt of Wasilla, AK; Jerry (Francine) Hammitt of Pleasant Hill, OR and close friends: Cynthia Bankson and "The Tuesday Morning Coffee Group." He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Burl was preceded in death by his wife, Velma Bauer.

Memorial services celebrating Burl's life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. To offer online condolences and memories, please visit www.mitchell-jerdan.com. Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at http:legacy.comobituar-iesherald-review' Bentamin F.

Edwards 8c Co. INVESTMENTS Quote of the Day "Be like a postage thing until you get SHELBYVILLE Michael Ray Gray, 62, of Shelbyville, IL, died at 9:14 p.m. Sunday, May 20, 2012 in Shelby Memo rial Hospital. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, May 24, 2012 in Howe and Yockey Funeral Home, Shelbyville, IL with Gary J.

Young officiating. Memorials Michael Gray MARINES may be given to Saving Orphaned Animals, Shelbyville, IL or Mooseheart. Michael was born on November 25, 1949 in Centralia, IL, the son of Ray and Mildred Hill Gray. Ke graduated from Shelbyville High School in the Class of 1967. He was a U.

S. Marine Corps veteran serving during the Vietnam War. After he returned from the service, he graduated from the St. Louis College of Pharmacy. He began working as a pharmacist at Family Drug and later worked in the pharmacies at St.

Mary's Hospital, CVS, Wal-Mart, K-mart and Walgreens all in Decatur, EL. He was a member of Moose Lodge 1294 of Shelbyville, EL. He is survived by his mother, Millie Gray of Shelbyville, IL; brother, Lyle J. Gray and friend Peggy of Shelbyville, EL; sister, Rita Marie Wood and husband Bill of St. Elmo, IL; nephews, Dustin Gray and friend Becky, Douglas Wood and wife Kelly and Jeffrey Wood and wife Carrisa; niece, Ashley Adams and fiance Bret Austin; and great nieces and nephews, Alexis Adams, Nicholas Wood, Reese Wood, Alexander Wood, Peyton Wood, William Wood and Daric Austin.

He was preceded in death by his father, Ray Gray. Send condolences at www.howeandyockey.com Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at http:legacy.comobituaries herald-review jJJ 0BITUARIESA7 TOYOTASCION Fred Swansea Sales Associate See Fred for your next new or pre-owned vehicle. He will make car shopping 872-5000 2010-006-4 XP. 6-17-12 KIT PAULIN 876-0649 2884 NORTH MONROE STREET.

DECATUR. IL stamp. Stick to one there." josh Billings Director All Faiths DECATUR Robert G. Neeley 81, of Decatur, passed away Sunday, May 20, 2012, at his home with his family by his side. Honoring Robert's wishes, cremation rites will be accorded at Graceland Crematory.

A private family service will be held at a later date Memorial contributions may be directed to D.M.H Hospice Robert was born August 15, 1930 in Santa Ana, California, the son of Wilmer and Zelda (Haws) Neeley. Robert was a loving husband and a wonderful father and grandfather. He married Edna McClellan in Decatur, on January 6, 1950. Robert is survived by his wife; sons, Robert Neeley Jr. and Gary Neeley; daughter, Cindy Brennan; brothers, Jerry (Peggy) Neeley, Bill Neeley, and Jack (Connie) Neeley; sister, Betty Grubbs; grandchildren, Bobby, Dawn, Heather, Lindsay, Mackenzie, and Trevor; and four greatgrandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Ada Hunt and granddaughter Dawn. The family of Robert is being served by Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home. Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www. gracelandfairlawn.com. Obituary written by family members.

Online guest book at http:legacy.comobituar-ieslherald-reviewl'y Reed DECATUR Myrcle Davyona La Dericka Reed, 4 month old infant daughter of Etoyel (Toya) Hunter and David Marquise Reed. She was born on January 11, 2012 at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana. Myrcle affectionately called Myrcle Reed "Ladybug" peacefully passed away on Friday, May 18, 2012 at OSF St. Francis Center for Health, Peoria. She leaves to cherish her memories: her parents; brother: Emeon Phillips; grandmothers: Regina Brown, Delphane Reed, Rosie Rivera; grandfathers, Jerry Hunter and David Reed; great grandmothers, Earlene Tate and Lula B.

Reed; great grandfather, Arthur Reed; aunts: Lashanda Brown, Mandy Jones, Kinyet Brown, Regina Hunter, Cherry Brown, Alexis Reed, Kavana Reed; uncles: Eric Brown, Khalil Roberson, Shandaruise Reed, Jacquies Deberry and many cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her great grandfathers, James Talley and Avery Tate; great uncles, Leon Brown, Garcia Anderson and Marion "Lucky" Reed. Services celebrating her life will be held 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 24, 2012 at the Ebenezer M.B. Church with Pastor Johnny McClendon, officiating.

Professional Services entrusted to Walker Funeral Service and Chapel. www.walkerfs.com Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at http:legacy.comobituar-iesherald-reviewjJ CENTRAL ILLINOIS Thompson ROBINSON Norma L. Thompson, 78 of Robinson, IL, died at 10:40 a.m. Friday, May 18, 2012 at the Casey Health Care Center, Casey, IL.

She was born September 13, 1933 in New Harmony, IN, the daughter of Glenn Wilsey and Edna Hap-pel Wilsey. She was a clerk at Norma Thompson the Robinson Wal-Mart. Norma married Richard O. Thompson on December 4, 1952 and he preceded her in death on February 12, 2010. She was also preceded in death by her parents; and her daughter-in-law, Gretchen Thompson.

She is survived by her son, Richard G. "Rick" Thompson, Macon; 5 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; and 1 great-great grandchild. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, May 25, 2012 at the Jones Cemetery, rural Flat Rock with Pastor Jeff Monroney officiating. The Goodwine Funeral Home, Robinson is in charge of arrangements.

Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at http:legacy.comobituaries herald-review JjJ 1 Home Florence was born on April 5, 1934 in Car-linville, IL the daughter of Edgar William and Neta G. (Woods) Chal-lans. She retired from the Florence Corn Kelly's Potato Chip Company. Surviving are her sons, Michael Chaney (Barb) of Purdon, TX; William Keith Powell of Lovington; Darrell Lee Powell (Rose) Areola; daughters, Darlene A.

White (Tom) of Alvarado, TX; Sharon Wright (Ray) of Decatur; brother, Edgar Challans of Decatur; Donna Evans (Morris) of Decatur; 8 grandchildren, 27 greatgrandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Jack Corn, son, Terry Joe Chaney, two sisters, Bernice Singleton, and Doris Coley, and one granddaughter. The family would like to thank the staff at McKinley Court Nursing Home for all their care of Florence. Funeral service to celebrate Florence's life will be 10 am Thursday, May 24, 2012 in GracelandFairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be 5-7 pm Wednesday in the funeral home.

Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery and conclude with the "Flight Home" ceremony. The family of Florence Corn is being served by GracelandFairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Avenue, Decatur, IL. View the on line obituary and send condolences to the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com. Obituary written by family members.

Online guest book at http:legacy.comobituar-iesherald-reviewy Hofstetter DECATUR James A. Hofstetter, 93, of Decatur, passed away Saturday, May 19, 2012 in Hickory Point Christian Vil lage. Private family services will be held. Per his wishes cremation services will be accorded at GracelandFairlawn Crematory. Memorial contributions may be made to First Congregational Church Building Fund.

James Hofstetter ARMY Jim was born January 10, 1919 in Peoria, IL, the son of August and Verla Hofstetter. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during WW. II and received two Bronze Stars for combat operations and bravery. He married Evelyn Fuller and after her death he married Lois Braughton Wiseman August 8, 1970.

Jim retired from Caterpillar Tractor Co. He was in Planning and New Facilities at the Decatur, IL Plant. He also was Plant and tooling Manager in Melbourne, Australia in 1981. He was a Caterpillar Employee for forty-two years. He was a loving and devoted husband and father.

He enjoyed his friends and love of golf. He was a former member of South Side Country Club in Decatur, and of Northdale Golf and Country Club of Tampa, Florida where he moved after retirement. He also enjoyed being a member of Golden before moving to Florida. He leaves behind his wife Lois of Decatur, sons Ronald and wife Cheryl and Jim and wife Anna all of Lake Hava-su, Arizona, step-daughters Sheila Turner of Decatur and Pamela Knight and husband Jim of Tampa, Florida, stepson Terry Wiseman of Danville, Illinois, ten grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, and a great-greatgrandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents and first wife.

The family of James A. Hofstetter is being served by GracelandFairlawn Funeral Home honored provider of Veterans Funeral Care, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. View the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.graceland fairlawn.com.

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Arrangements incomplete: GracelandFairlawn Funeral Home. Hearn FORSYTH Paula J. Hearn, age 75, of Kankakee, IL. passed away on Saturday, May 19, 2012 at Miller Center Nursing Home in Kankakee, IL. She was born on September 22, 1936 in Sullivan, IL.

the daughter of Paul and Gertrude Dixon. Paula graduated from ONU with a Bachelor's Degree and became a teacher having taught for 25 years at Kankakee District 111 retiring in 2004. Paula was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Kankakee, IL. enjoyed handwork, reading and crafts. She is survived by her son Gary (Jorja) Hearn of Elgin, sisters; Betty Hendricks of Louisville, CO.

and Dean-na (Richard) Dubs of Forsyth, and nieces Melinda, Christina and Jennifer. Paula was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth Hearn, a son Derek Lee Hearn and her parents. A time of gathering will take place on Tuesday, May 22, 2012 from 10am until the time of services at 2pm at Trinity United Methodist Church in Kankakee, IL. In lieu of flowers memorials to Hospice of Kankakee Valley, to The American Lung Association, or to the Derek Hearn Scholarship Fund would be appreciated. Obituary written by family members.

Online guest book at http:legacy.comobituar- iesherald-reviewj Kater DECATUR Keith C. Kater, 84, Decatur, died Friday (May 18, 2012). Private family graveside services: Tuesday, Macon Cemetery. Arrangements by: Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Homes, Decatur. Memorials: American Cancer Society.

Send condolences: www. brintlingerandearl.com. side at 1:35 p.m., on May 20th 2012. Services to celebrate Frank's life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, May 24, 2012 at Dawson George Smith III Wikoff Funeral Home, Mt.

Zion with Pastor Randall Garrett officiating. Visitation will be from 12:00 Noon until service time on Thursday. Burial will be in Mt. Gilead Cemetery, Decatur. Memorials may be made to First General Baptist Church or St.

Jude Children's Research Hospital. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www.dawson-wikoff.com. Frank was born August 6, 1937, in East Alton, IL the son of George F. and Gladys Mae (Highfill) Smith Jr. He graduated high school from Wood River High School and went on to graduate in 1959 from the University of Illinois with a BS in Chemical Engineering.

He had received scholarships for academics and had worked continuously to put himself through school. While at the of he joined the Alpha Sigma Phi fraternity, and had met his wife Judith Lynn White. They remained happily married for the remainder of Frank's life, a total of 51 years. Following his graduation he went to work at the Shell Oil Company in Wood River. Later, they moved to Menasha, WI where he worked at Appleton Coated Paper Company.

He then moved to Decatur to assist in taking care of both sets of parents in the East Alton and Champaign, IL. Once back in Decatur, Frank worked at A Staley Company in the starch division and was originator of the Ethanol Division at Staley's. He retired from Staley's but continued to work as a stock trader for over twenty five years. He loved to ski, bowl, and build, but he loved his family more than anything. He loved his bowling leagues, both singles and couples.

His other love was building. He helped design both houses and worked on bulldozers, nothing stopped him. If he didn't know how to do something, he would buy a book and build it. He also loved boating, skiing and saucer riding, and playing bridge. He was an excellent bridge player and enjoyed the competition of playing.

He is survived by his loving wife: Judith of Decatur; daughters: Susan May Smith of Mt. Zion and her children: Ben, Jennifer, Grace and Anna; and Sheryl Smith Ferry and her husband Tim of Kenosha, WI and their children: John, Ellen, Sam, Max and Jack. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews residing in Indiana. Frank was preceded in death by his parents and his only son George F. Smith IV who was called home to be with the Lord two years ago.

The family wishes to extend their special thanks to Pastor Randall Garrett and his wife Starla. Also, their sincere gratitude to Dr. Sobol, Dr. Valasco, DMH, Kindred Hospital, St. John's Hospital, Dr.

Rodhe, Dr. Waputi, Dr. Salado and their staffs for the compassion and care shown to Frank during his illness. Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at http:legacy.comobituar-ieshera ld-reviewyj Taylor DECATUR Emma Sue Taylor, 90, Decatur, died Sunday (May 20, 2012).

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