All Obituaries

Frederick H. Wrather, 96, died peacefully at home Thursday, September 28, 2023.  He was born February 17, 1927 at Champaign, Illinois the son of Addie and Opal Wrather.  He married Divona Keel  October 14, 1973.  He is preceded in death by his parents , wife and ten brothers and sisters.  He is survived by his sister, Joanne Pheniece, Danville. Il and stepdaughter, Carla Donaldson, Fort Pierce, Fl.  Arrangements are pending. 

Helen Reilly Richards, 86, passed away Wednesday 20 September at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana.  Helen was born to Dr. and Mrs. Daniel Reilly in Vicksburg MS. She attended Milsaps College in Jackson MS and Louisiana State University for her Graduate degree.  She worked as an Electron Microscope Technician at the University of Illinois, and as an Anatomy and Physiology professor at Parkland College. An avid bridge player and crossword puzzle specialist, Helen loved to...

Diane Rae Gordon, 86 of Urbana, IL. passed away on Sunday Sept. 24, 2023 at Seminary Manor, Galesburg, IL. Diane was born on Dec. 28, 1936 in Waterman, IL. the daughter of Ralph Wendell and Evelyn Mae (Hage) McKirgan. Diane went to Hinkley High School and Valparaiso University . Diane loved singing with the "Variety Four" at Weddings and Country Clubs. She was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Urbana. Above all else, Diane loved her children and grandchildren. She...

Rev. Dennis A. Anglin, a Navy Vietnam Era veteran and longtime resident of Fithian, IL passed away on September 23, 2023, surrounded by family and singing his way up yonder.  Dennis was known to many throughout east central Il as a pastor, postmaster, and a constant source of encouragement to all he encountered.  Dennis was born August 2, 1942, at Burnham City Hospital in Champaign, IL to Francis and Eva (Hatter) Anglin.  By the age of 14 he was already teaching Sunday School...

Lawrence (Bud) Lovett, 87, went to be with his Savior the Lord Jesus Christ peacefully with his family by his side on September 22nd, 2023, at Carle Hospital.  Bud was born on December 7th, 1935 in Urbana to Frank and Pauline (Fred) Lovett. He married Joan Munter in 1955 who survives. Also surviving are his children Rick (Pam) Lovett of Mahomet, Jo (Jeff) Stierwalt of Champaign, Crissy (Michael) Cunha of Maryland plus 5 grandchildren Jason (Becky) Stierwalt, Justin (Betsy) Stierwalt,...

Elaine M. Mullvain passed away at 3:30 p.m. on September 18, 2023 at Carle Foundation, Urbana.  A celebration of life service will be held at 12:00 noon at Renner-Wikoff Chapel on Friday, September 22, 2023. Pastor Gary Romoser will be officiating. Visitation will be one hour before funeral. Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, September 25, 2023 at Woodlawn Cemetery. Per her wishes cremation will be honored. Elaine was born on August 31, 1941 in Bloomington, Illinois, the daughter...

Robert E. Collenberger, 91 of Urbana, passed away at home September 16, 2023.  Robert was born October 18, 1931 in Jerseyville, Illinois, the son of George R. and Jesse (McFain) Collenberger.  He married Mary Ann Bristow on June 14, 1951 having been married 70 years before Mary’s passing.   He is survived by three daughters, Linda Schaffer (Rick), Mary Ann Heller and Tammy Drook (Jeff), a son, Christopher Collenger (Brenda), seven grandchildren and fourteen great...

Paul Murrah, 90, of Urbana passed away on September 14th, 2023, at home surrounded by the love of his life, Barbara, and family. Paul was a loving husband, a devoted dad, and a fun-loving grandfather and great-grandfather. Paul was born on March 16, 1933, in Sidney, Illinois to Bert and Fannie May (Goodknight) Murrah. He was drafted into the U.S. Army and served in the Korean War from 1953-1955.  Paul retired after 36 years from the University of Illinois. He also worked at Brownfield...

Patricia Ann Zaloudek of Champaign passed away Wednesday, September 13, 2023. She was 83 years young.  Patricia was born October 11, 1939, in Cisco, IL, a daughter of William and Ruby Boyer McGinnis. She married Bernard Zaloudek on November 26, 1960.  She was preceded in death by her father, William, her mother, Ruby; her brothers, Dwain and Merle; sister, Norma; and her companion of over 30 years, Ray Sturdyvin.  She is lovingly remembered by her sons and their spouses, Gene...

Richard W. Gomperts, 62, of Champaign passed away at 12:01 a.m. on September 11, 2023 at Carle Hospital, Urbana. He was born on February 27, 1961 in Champaign, IL the son of John and Maryellen (Brittenham) Gomperts. He married Gladys June Walter on April 23, 1988. Richard is survived by his wife, brother John (Sandra) Gomperts of Urbana, sister Donna Debelak of Westchester, IL, extended family Tateyana Hunt and La Dimond Keyes; several nieces and nephews. He is preceded by his parents and...