Timothy Willfong of Glendale, Calif., passed away on Aug. 5, 2020, at Glendale Adventist Medical in Glendale, Calif.
He is survived by his parents, Dick and Phyllis Willfong of Penfield; his son, Steven, of Carson, Calif.; and his brothers, Don (Sandy) Willfong, of Gifford and Brian (Jeny) Willfong, of Ogden,
He was a wonderful blessing to all who knew him, and he will be sorely missed.
Rantoul Press 8/6/20
THOMASBORO — Joseph “Lynn” Stayton, 78, of Thomasboro died at 2:05 a.m. Saturday (Sept. 26, 2020) at Heritage Health, Hoopeston.
There will be a graveside funeral service at 10a.m. Friday, Oct. 2, at Grandview Memorial Gardens, Champaign.
Lynn was born on Jan. 9, 1942, in Champaign, a son of Joseph and Myra (Benner) Stayton. He married Nellie “June” Stappenbeck on Oct. 27, 1963, in Mahomet. She survives and resides at Eagles View in Rantoul.
Survivors include three daughters, Myra (David) Melanson of Baden, Pa., Diane (Marshall) Day of Urbana and Veronica O’Bryan of Champaign; two grandsons, Dalton and Nathan; and one brother, Larry (Karen) Stayton of Homer.
Lynn graduated from Homer High School in 1961 and attended David Rankin Trade School in St. Louis. He was an avid fan of both NASCAR and Fighting Illini sports. Lynn also had a large vegetable garden and enjoyed making dandelion wine.
Condolences may be offered at owensfuneralhomes.com.
NG 9/30/2020
Champaign — Winifred B. (Winnie) Mullins, 95, of Champaign passed away at 7:22 a.m. Thursday (Sept. 24, 2020) at home.
Private graveside services will be held at a later date. Freese Funeral Home, 302 E. Grand Ave., St. Joseph, is in charge of arrangements.
Winnie was born March 4, 1925, in Stanton Township, the daughter of Roscoe and Maude Marie (Fancher) Baylor.
She is survived by her children, Jody Johnson of Marietta, Ga., and Jeff Mullins of Champaign; three grandchildren, Alex (Erin) Johnson, Andrew Johnson and Matthew (Izzy) Johnson; and two great-grandchildren, Avery and Caden Johnson.
She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Cecil and Donald Baylor; and two sisters, Beulah Petty and Mary Elizabeth Baylor.
Winnie was a member of Stratford Park Bible Chapel, Champaign. She was active in Bible Study Fellowship, Alpha Omicron Pi sorority and the Champaign Junior League.
Winnie was a graduate of Parkland College and the University of Illinois. She was a gifted artist and worked as an R.N. at Mercy Hospital. She also loved to sing and enjoyed watching college basketball.
OGDEN — Larry Wagner, 81, of Ogden passed away at 8:44 p.m. Monday (Sept. 21, 2020) at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana. Graveside services will be at 10a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, at Stearns Cemetery, Fithian.
Larry was born Oct. 7, 1938, in Danville, the son of Ralph and Evelyn (Johnson) Wagner. He married Sherry Wait on Sept. 22, 1968, in Monticello. She survives. He is also survived by his children, Jonathan (Jennifer) Wagner of Tuscola, Aaron (Cindy Stanton) Wagner of Rantoul, Sara (Richard) Atwood of Collinsville and Amy Wagner of Knoxville, Tenn.; two grandchildren, Xander and Lexi Atwood; and one brother, Charles (Janet) Wagner of Lake Worth, Fla.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Larry worked at Horizon Hobby until 2008. He was a model railroad model enthusiast and enjoyed watching trains. Larry was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, serving in England. Memorials may be made to Disabled American Veterans.
ST. JOSEPH — Steve Hopkins, 73, of St. Joseph passed away at 7:35 p.m. Friday (Sept. 18, 2020) at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana.
Private service will be held at a later date.
Steve was born April 8, 1947, in Champaign. He married Donna Weller on Aug. 5, 1983. She survives.
He is also survived by a brother, Mike Hopkins of Minnesota; brotherin- law, Andy Weller; and sister-in-law, Carol Ingram.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Steve was a U.S. Marine veteran from 1966-1970, serving in Vietnam.
He retired from the University of Illinois in Building Services.
On September 11th, 2020 this honorable and humble human left this earth to be with the Lord. Julian was born on July 13th, 1943 to Darrell and Olive Stipp. The birth and death of this man however is not quite as relevant as is the days and nights that he lived to the fullest between these two dates.
In 1959 Julian met the love of his life Kathryn “Kay” Hopkins, scooped her up on his motorcycle and courted her until their marriage in 1962. Julian and Kay had 3 children; Julie Stipp Mitchell of Tolono, Darren Stipp (Jenny) of Sidney, and Susan Stipp Neverman (Brian) of Tolono; 10 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. He is survived by all.
His professional career was filled with achievements in his 40 years of farming with his brother Forrest and Stipp Seed Sales business. He enjoyed motorcycles, travel, camping, good music and family time. Each day he lived his life full of kindness and integrity. His charismatic charm left a positive effect with all in his path no matter what type of day he was having.
Visitation will be from 9:30 to 11:30 AM, Saturday, September 26, 2020 at Sidney Christian Church with a memorial service to follow at 11:30AM with Rev. Phil Lake and Rev. Mike Picklesimer officiating. There will also be a masonic service at 11:15AM, Saturday, September 26, 202 at the church. Burial will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Sidney.
Following a formal funeral service the family will be hosting an informal celebration of life from 6pm-9pm (9/26) which will include live music and bonfire. This outdoor event will be hosted at the Neverman Floor Artisans building located at 102 Woodworth Drive in Tolono, IL. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own seating and beverage of choice. Memorial contributions can be made to Sidney Fire Department.
Condolences may be given at freesefh.com
Mary Pittsley, age 78 passed away on August 18th, 2020 at the U.F. Health Hospital in Leesburg Florida.
Wayne L. Sage 81, of Ogden passed away at 1:25 P.M. Friday September 18, 2020 at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana, surrounded by his family.
Visitation will be held from Noon to 2:30 P.M. Monday September 21, 2020 at St. John Lutheran Church, Royal. Masks are required during the visitation. Graveside services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Monday at Kopmann Cemetery with Pastor Jay Johnson officiating. Freese Funeral Home 302 E. Grand Ave, St. Joseph is assisting the family with arrangements.
Wayne was born May 26, 1939 in Compromise Township, the son of Fred and Reka (Albers) Sage. He married Roxie Schweineke on October 15, 1961 in Broadlands. She survives.
He is survived by his children: Sandra Lynne (Bill) Whalen of Crane, MO, SueAnn Denise (Jim) Billimack of Metamora, and Kevin Wayne (Lisa) Sage of Ogden; nine grandchildren: Emily (Cody) Scott, Rachel (Caleb) Gibbens, Mitchell (Haley) Billimack, Grant Billimack, Sydney Billimack, Janssen Sage, Jo Hannah Sage, Michael Sage, and Olivia Sage; two brothers: Darold (Millie) Sage of Venice, FL, and Myron Sage of Gifford; one sister: Donna (Carl) Beard of Tavares, FL; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Wayne was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Royal where he was baptized and confirmed.
His greatest love was his family and spending time with them. He also enjoyed Hereford cattle and attending Hereford cattle shows and events.
He was a member of the American Hereford Association and the Illinois Hereford Association. He was named the Illinois Hereford Man of the Year by the Illinois Hereford Association, received the Illinois Golden Breeder Award, and was honored as the American Junior Hereford Association Advisor of the Year.
Wayne was a lifelong farmer and was named the Champaign County Young Farmer of the Year in 1970. He also worked as a St. Joseph rural mail carrier for many years.
Memorials may be made to the National Hereford Youth Foundation or Kopmann Cemetery Association.
Condolences may be given at www.Freesefh.com
Freese Funeral Home 9/19/20
