Yvonne Ruth Purcell
Oct 3, 2026
Yvonne R. Purcell, 88, of Decatur, IL passed away peacefully on October 3, 2026. Yvonne was born in Rock Lake, ND to Clarence and Elizabeth Booth. She grew up on the farm there in Rock Lake with so many wonderful memories. She was the only family member to move away from the area and land in Decatur, IL. Yvonne worked...
Lois E. Steen
Oct 3, 2026
Lois Elaine (Baldwin) Steen passed away Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Mt. Zion Rehabilitation Center at the age of 90. Lois was born on July 24, 1936, in Decatur, IL, to Everett and Minnie “Mim” (Robinson) Baldwin as the eldest of two daughters. Lois married W. Harold Steen on November 19, 1960, with whom she gave birth to three sons:...
Gary Lee Pate
Sep 30, 2026
Gary Lee Pate, 76, of Decatur, passed away peacefully of Wednesday, September 30, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Gary’s life during the visitation on Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. followed by a Trisagion Service at Brintlinger & Earl Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Monday,...
Bryan Eric Moore
Sep 28, 2026
Bryan Eric Moore, 58, of Decatur, IL, passed away at home on Monday, September 28, 2026. A visitation will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home in Decatur, followed immediately by a memorial service at 11:00 a.m. Cremation rites have been arranged, and burial at Fairlawn Cemetery in Decatur...
Leonard F. Lusitana
Sep 28, 2026
Leonard Frank Lusitana, age 76, of Carterville, IL, passed away on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 10:22 a.m.
Leonard was born on June 27, 1950, in Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico, to Conrado Ramirez and Maria Ramirez-Romero. He was one of 13 children. At the age of 11, Leonard was adopted by Leo and Olga Lusitana and came to the United States.
After graduating...
Iver W. Blackwell
Sep 21, 2026
Iver W. Blackwell, 80, of Decatur, passed away on Monday, September 21, 2026. Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements. A graveside memorial service with military honors will be held on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026 at 1:45 pm at Star of Hope Chapel in Graceland Cemetery. Iver was born on July 24, 1946 in Indianapolis, IN, the son...
Michael M Edie
Sep 17, 2026
Michael M. Edie, 82, of Decatur, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2026. Visitation will be 1:00 – 3:00 PM, Monday, September 28, 2026, at Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home, Decatur. Funeral service will be 3:00 PM, Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Illini Cemetery, Warrensburg. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Michael’s honor may be made...
Terrilyn A Kajander
Sep 16, 2026
Terrilyn “Teri” A. Kajander, 78, of Decatur, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home in Decatur, with funeral services immediately following at 1:00 p.m. Cremation rites will be arranged after services in accordance with her wishes. Memorials may...
Darla Earlene Wood
Sep 13, 2026
Darla Earlene Wood, 66, of Mexico, MO, formerly of Decatur, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2026 at University Medical Center in Columbia, MO. Visitation will be 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Monday, September 21, 2026 at Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home, Decatur. Funeral service will be 12:00 PM, Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Union Cemetery,...
Terry Rigdon
Sep 10, 2026
Terry L. Rigdon, 76, of Decatur, passed away September 10, 2026 at Decatur Memorial Hospital. A Celebration of Terry’s life will be held at Rocco's (1933 S Taylorville Rd, Decatur, IL, 62521) at 1:00 PM on Sunday, October 4, 2026. Terry was born November 8, 1949 in Decatur, the son of Thomas E. and Mary L. (Sutherland) Rigdon. He married...
Cheryl L Watson
Sep 9, 2026
Cheryl Watson passed away on September 9, 2026, at 2:12am at Decatur Memorial Hospital, with her children at her side. She was born in Wilmington, Delaware on March 26, 1968, to Richard E. Watson and Laura R. (Reefer) Watson. Cheryl worked many different jobs throughout her life, including various security positions, but her most recent positions were at Casey's and...
David Randall Hoffman
Sep 6, 2026
David Randall “Randy” Hoffman, 74, of Decatur, Illinois, died Sunday, September 6, 2026, at Springfield Memorial Hospital. A graveside service is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Friday, September 11, 2026, at Point Pleasant Cemetery in Decatur. Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home, Decatur, is assisting the family. Randy was born in Decatur on February 28, 1952, to Edward and Evelyn (Marsh) Hoffman....
Dorothy M. Janvrin
Sep 6, 2026
Dorothy M. “Dot” Janvrin, 81, of Decatur, passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2026. Visitation will be on Saturday, September 12, 2026 from 9 am to 11 am, at Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home, 2827 N. Oakland Ave., Decatur with graveside funeral service to follow at 11:30 am at Boiling Springs Cemetery, Decatur. Memorials in Dot’s honor may be made...
Penny J. Williamson
Sep 5, 2026
Penny J. Williamson, 72, of Decatur, passed away peacefully on September 5, 2026 at her home. According to her wishes, cremation services will be provided by Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home. No services are planned at this time. Memorials in Penny’s honor may be made to a charity of your choice- a charity that you know Penny would love to...
Mary Elaine Hipsher
Aug 31, 2026
Mary Elaine Hipsher born on December 13th, 1945, at the age of 80 was a devoted Christian and faithful prayer warrior. She was welcomed home by her Lord and Savior on Monday, August 31, 2026. Mary’s life was a beautiful testimony of love, generosity, and service. She was a devoted Christian who prayed for her family and friends and was...
Elsie Reed
Aug 30, 2026
Elsie Grace (Clifton) Reed, 72, of Rantoul, Illinois, passed away Sunday, August 30, 2026, at Carle Hospital in Urbana, Illinois. She was born on May 1, 1954, in Decatur, Illinois, the daughter of Francis Eugene "Clif” Clifton and Betty Lou (Hasler) Stanley. Elsie married Wilbur Leonard Reed Jr. on August 18, 1972, in Bethany, Illinois. They later divorced. Elsie graduated...
Richard Manley Garriott
Aug 29, 2026
Richard was born on March 6, 1932, in Dearborn, Michigan, but moved to Taylorville, Illinois, as a young boy. After graduating high school, Richard enlisted in the United States Navy, to serve his country in the Korean War. On leave he went home to Taylorville and met the love of his life, Lois Marie Black. Two weeks later they became...
Toma Anthony Chaney
Aug 18, 2026
Toma Anthony Chaney, 52, of Oreana, passed away at his home on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. He was born December 6, 1973, in Decatur, IL, to Randy and Judi (Philips) Chaney. He is survived by his parents, Randy and Judi Chaney of Rotunda West, FL; his daughter, Tayler Chaney of Forsyth, IL; his brother, Tim (Christine) Davis of Leroy, IL;...
Nancy A. Duffer
Aug 16, 2026
Nancy Ann Duffer, 89, of Decatur, died at home on Sunday, August 16, 2026, surrounded by her family. Graveside services will be at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, August 20, 2026, at Harristown Cemetery in Harristown, IL. Memorials in Nancy’s honor may be made to the Harristown Fire Protection District. Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home in Decatur is assisting the family. Nancy...
Thomas Arnold Short
Aug 15, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and loving remembrance, we announce that Thomas Arnold Short, a name synonymous with resilience and a sprinkle of humor, embarked on his final journey, departing peacefully at home. Having used up his time and space on this earth, Tom moved beyond this life on August 15, 2026. He fully embraced his gift of life while...
