All Obituaries

Rita Emmons Gudgel of Urbana passed away Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 90 years old. Rita was born in Urbana to Alton B. Emmons and Olive Knust on September 22, 1930. Rita lived most of her life in Urbana. She graduated from Urbana High School. Rita moved to Alaska to marry her sweetheart Donald D. Gudgel on December 2, 1948, while he was in the military. They later moved to Edmonds, Washington, then back to Urbana. Rita retired from the Urbana School District after working 36 years in the...

David H. Ellison, 76, of Urbana passed away at 4:49 p.m. on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana. Cremation rights have been accorded and there will be a private family service at a later date. David was born on January 27th, 1944 in Piper City Illinois to parents William and Shirley (Leach) Ellison. He attended Richland High School in Olney Illinois. He went on to get his associates degree and proudly served in the United States Air Force. David had a long...

  MAHOMET, IL-  Alice Marie Sax, 95, of Mahomet and formerly of Roselle, IL, passed away at 12:08 AM, Monday, October 12, 2020 at her residence.   There will be no public services.  Renner-Wikoff Chapel, 1900 S. Philo Rd., Urbana, is assisting the family with arrangements.   Alice was born October 26, 1924 in Boyd, Wisconsin, a daughter of Herbert and Jane (Strecker) Sukopp.  She married Arthur W. Sax on September 5, 1948 in Evanston, IL.  He preceded...

Terry Wayne Dial of Urbana was born Aug. 19, 1964, to Richard and Ruth Anne Dial. Terry passed away on Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at OSF Heart of Mary Medical Center, Urbana. There is no more pain, tears, or suffering for Terry; however, there will be a missing piece left for all that loved him. Terry lived life on his own terms but loved big and was loved by many. Terry caused all loved ones to belly laugh and brought light to many during dark times. This was truly Terry's gift and present...

Dale Frederick (Fred) Grothe, 90, of Urbana and formerly of Rantoul, went home to be with the Lord on October 8, 2020, surrounded by his family. A beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend has left us and will be missed terribly. Fred was born on September 23, 1930 in Tolono, son of Louis Henry and Mary Ellen (Harper) Grothe. He married Betty Irene Wood of Sadorus on October 6, 1956 at the Sadorus Methodist Church. After 61 years of marriage, she preceded him in her journey to...

Wanda Kathleen Scott, 87 of Gifford, formerly of Urbana passed away at 8:31 PM  Wednesday October 7, 2020 at Country Health Rehab and Nursing Home, Gifford.  She was born November 25, 1932 in Greenup, Illinois the daughter of Kenneth and Bessie (Eveland) Thomas.  She married Paul Scott in 1954 and he preceded her in 1987.  She is survived by a son, Jeff Scott (Becky) of Urbana, three grandchildren, Jennifer Scott Butts (Dustin), Jon Scott (Casey), Jason Scott (Chelsea),...

Durango Carl Mendoza, 75, of Urbana passed away unexpectedly Monday October 5, 2020. Durango was born June 23, 1945 in Claremore, OK, to Robert S and Lucille (Smith) Mendoza. His step-father was James Bunny.  Durango was a citizen of the Muscogee Creek Nation of Oklahoma (Clan: Fuswv (Bird); Tribal town: Eufala Canadian.) He is survived by his adoring wife of 38 amazing years, Jean Paine Mendoza. He is also survived by beloved children Robert (Kristen Stott) of Oswego, Aimee (Ben)...

Corry Martin Welch, 36, of Urbana passed away at 3:42 p.m. on Sunday, October 4, 2020 at Carle Foundation Hospital. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 from 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Renner-Wikoff Chapel in Urbana. Due to COVID-19 we ask that all guests wear a mask inside the building. Thank you. Corry was born on November 23, 1983 in Champaign, to parents Daniel and Susan (Corry) Welch. Daniel preceded him in death. Survivors include his mother Susan, many...

Doyle Wayne Skinner, 82, of Urbana passed away at 10:11 a.m. on Saturday, October 3, 2020 at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Renner-Wikoff Chapel, Urbana. Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) we will be only letting in small groups at a time for Doyle’s visitation and will require a mask be worn. Thank-you for your understanding and patience. Doyle was born in Caraway, AR on July 14, 1938 to parents H....

Katherine L. Ford, 71, of Urbana passed away at 8:45 p.m. on Thursday, October 1, 2020 at her home. Cremation rites will be accorded and a graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at Eastlawn Burial Park in Urbana. Chaplain Pat Arnold will officiate. Katherine was born in Urbana on April 18, 1949 to parents William and Joyce (Cook) Scott. They preceded her in death. On December 2, 1972 she married Richard Ford in Urbana, he survives. Also surviving is their...