James Russell "Jim" Salrin

 Fairmount, Illinois – James Russell “Jim” Salrin, 94, of Fairmount, Illinois, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025, at the Oaks Manor in Oakland, Illinois.

James was born November 15, 1930, in Sidell, Illinois, the son of Russell and Ethel Burgett Salrin. He married Annabelle Williams on March 18, 1951, in Fairmount, Illinois. She preceded him in death on September 21, 2023. Survivors include: one son: Doug Salrin of Fairmount, Illinois; one daughter: Judy (Frank) Lucas of Sidell, Illinois; two brothers: Richard Salrin of Oakwood, Illinois and Ed Salrin of Arkansas; three grandchildren: Heide (Rob) Knoebel, Haley (Clint) McQueen, and C.J. Lucas; and seven great grandchildren: Owen Knoebel, Eian Knoebel, Calvin Lucas, Penalope Lucas, Cooper McQueen, Adlee McQueen, and Anna McQueen. He was preceded in death by one sister: Josephine Salrin.

James served in the US Army was a former Fairmount, Illinois Postmaster and had worked for Hyster for 35 years. He was a member of New Hope Community Church. He was a 33rd degree Mason and was a member of the Catlin Masonic Lodge as well as Danville Consistory. Jim & Annabelle enjoyed square dancing and their euchre card group. He liked playing horseshoe pitching and trap shooting. In later years, Jim became quite accomplished at jig saw puzzles.

Funeral services at 11 am on Friday August 29, 2025, at New Hope Community Church in Fairmount, with Pastor Ron Weishaar officiating. Burial in Davis Cemetery west of Fairmount. Visitation is from 10 am till service time on Friday, August 29, 2025, at the church with Masonic rites at 10:55 am. Memorials may be made to New Hope Community Church or Catlin Masonic Lodge. Robison Chapel in Catlin is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences at www.robisonchapel.com.

Janice Manzo

 Janice Manzo, age 78, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 9, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 13, 1946, in Homer, Illinois to Lawrence and Kathryn (Davis) Rowand.

After graduating from high school, she attended Eastern Illinois University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1968.  Janice met her future husband Joseph “Joe” Manzo through a close mutual friend just as Joseph was preparing to return home to Cleveland Ohio. Five months later, they were married on May 21, 1977.

 They started their life together in Illinois and had their only son Jared in 1980. Janice was inspired by the nurses who cared for her during her maternity stay and decided to pursue a nursing career. In 1983 Janice graduated with a nursing degree from Lakeview Medical Center in Danville, Illinois.  Janice worked in various roles, including as a school nurse, a county nurse, and in private practice with a family practitioner who taught her the true meaning of patient care.

Joe’s career relocated the family to Wichita Falls, Texas and later San Antonio. In 2015, Janice and her husband moved to Tennessee to be closer to their son. There they became members of their church home, Hendersonville First Baptist Church. Janice volunteered with the Nashville Rescue Mission and the local library.

Janice traveled all over the world including tours of Turkey, Greece, and Isreal.  As much as she loved to be on the go, you could often find her sitting with a cup of tea, engrossed in a mystery novel.

 Janice is preceded in death by her parents Lawrence and Kathryn Rowand, and brothers James and Joseph Rowand. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Joseph Manzo, son Jared, and his spouse Lauren, along with numerous friends and family.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 13, 2025, from 3-5 pm at Hendersonville Funeral Home. A funeral service will begin at 5 pm in the Chapel at the funeral home. Janice will be laid to rest in Homer, Illinois, at a graveside service on Monday, February 17, 2025, at 1 pm at the Davis Cemetery in Fairmount, Illinois.

Kenneth H. "Herb" Lacey

 
Homer, Illinois – Kenneth H. “Herb” Lacey II, 81, of Homer, Illinois, passed away at 10:45 am on Tuesday, June 27, 202, at his home.

He was born on September 17, 1941, in Urbana, Illinois, the son of Kenneth Herbert and Betty Sanford Lacey I. He married Marilyn Kay Rosnett on December 11, 1960, in Homer, Illinois. She survives. Also surviving: one son, Kenneth Jay Lacey of Homer; two daughters, Karen kay Lacey of Nashville, TN and Kristine Gay Lacey of Nashville, TN; one brother, James (Theresa) Lacey of Homer; and one sister, Bonnie (Jeff) Taylor of Homer.

Herb worked as a truck driver for Super Value and J.M. Jones. He served for a time on the Village of Homer town board. He was a longtime member of the New Hope Community Church in Fairmount and was active in the major renovation of the church building several years ago. He enjoyed woodworking and was knowledgeable in the mechanics of older cars and enjoyed working on them. He also enjoyed Indy car racing.

Funeral services 12 Noon Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at New Hope Community Church in Fairmount with Pastor Ron Weishaar officiating. Burial in Davis Cemetery west of Fairmount.  Visitation 10-12 Wednesday, July 5 at the New Hope Community Church. Memorials to the New Hope Community Church in his memory. Robison Chapel in Catlin is handling service details. On-line condolences at www.robisonchapel.com.  

Robinson Chapel website 6/29/2023 https://www.robisonchapel.com/obituary/kenneth-lacey