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...
Joseph D. Gant Jr.
Aug 14, 2026
Joseph Drayton Gant Jr. of Decatur, Illinois, died August 14, 2026. He attended MacArthur High School and was in the graduating class of 1959. He was a member of the Carpenters Local Union #742 in Decatur. He worked mostly for Drywall Assoc. and Interior Specialty Construction. In 1966, he married Margaret Plambeck of Decatur. On Aug. 24, 1969, Marg gave...
Amy Beth Patient
Aug 12, 2026
Amy Beth Patient was born to Nancy and Harold Hawkins in Harvey, Illinois on October 9th, 1965. She and her parents moved from Harvey to South Holland before her younger brothers- Robert and Michael- were born. In 1976, her father’s job with the railroad brought the family from South Holland to Warrensburg. She was less than thrilled to be moving...
Susan Elaine Kingery
Aug 3, 2026
Susan Elaine Kingery, 78, of Decatur, passed away Monday, August 3, 2026, at Decatur Memorial Hospital. A memorial visitation will be held from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Friday, August 14, 2026, at Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home, followed by a memorial service at 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home. In accordance with her wishes, cremation rites have been arranged. Burial...
Barbara Sue Brown
Aug 2, 2026
Barbara "Barb" Brown, 86, of Decatur, Illinois, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 2, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Barb was born on November 24, 1939, in Glasgow, Kentucky, to William and Mattie McFarland. She graduated from Maroa-Forsyth High School, where she was crowned the 1957 Homecoming Queen alongside her future husband, James L. Brown, who was...
Joshua Ray Crane
Jul 31, 2026
Joshua Ray Crane , formerly of Hammond, Indiana, passed away on July 31, 2026 in Decatur, IL at the age of 48. Joshua was a soul of complex depths who spent his life, searching for connection, understanding, and purpose. Throughout his journey, he possessed a deep, sincere desire to help others who were struggling with substance abuse issues. He strived...
Curtis G. Jackson
Jul 28, 2026
Curtis G. Jackson, 81, of Decatur, IL, passed away on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at Springfield Memorial Hospital. Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday, August 2, 2026, at Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home in Decatur. Funeral services will take place at 10:00 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, followed by burial at Graceland Cemetery with...
Dorothy Jean Pruett
Jul 27, 2026
Dorothy Jean "Jeannie" Pruett, age 79, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2026. Born on March 30, 1947, to the late Elmer Garren and Mary Irene Creed, Jeannie lived a life filled with dedication, simple pleasures, and deep love for her family. She spent 19 impactful years working in Administration for Bulkmatic Transport, splitting her time and career between the...
Sharon Still
Jul 27, 2026
Our beloved Sharon Fisher Still, age 75, passed away in her home on July 27, 2026 from complications from a stroke. Sharon was the heart of our home and family. She married her husband of 58 years, Gary Still Sr on August 23, 1968. Together they raised three children: Amy Still of NC, Gary Still Jr. of IL and Kathy...
Robert William Norton
Jul 26, 2026
Robert W. Norton, “Bob”, 71, of Decatur, passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday July 26, 2026. Bob was born on May 6, 1955 in Portland, Indiana to William Richard Norton and Hilda E (Mans) Norton. He graduated from St. Teresa High School in Decatur, IL. He received much acclaim and was honored for his skill in football. Bob...
