All Obituaries

Michael B. Davidson, 58, of Greenup, IL passed away Thursday, December 12, 2019 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL.   The Barkley Funeral Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.   Michael was born in Charleston, IL on February 11, 1961. He was the son of Patrick and Janice (Hill) Davidson. Michael is survived by his mother Janice Kidd; sons Michael D. Davidson and Josiah Davidson; daughter Jodie Davidson and special friend Tammy Black.   Michael had...

Ronald G. Shull, affectionately known as “Bub” to his family and friends, passed away at the age of 83 on December 10, 2019 at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center in Mattoon, IL. Funeral services will be at Barkley Funeral Chapel in Greenup, IL on Sunday, December 15th, 2019 at 2:00 PM with burial following at the Greenup Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM to service time. On June 3, 1936, Bub was the second of seven born to Burl & Maxine (Stirewalt) Shull. He is...

William L. Goad, 77, of Mattoon, IL. passed away at 8:38 AM on December 4, 2019 at Mattoon Rehab & Health Care Center. Burial and services will be at Friends Grove Cemetery at a later date. The Barkley Funeral Chapel in Greenup, IL is assisting the family. Bill was born on June 21, 1942 in Mattoon, IL the son of William McKinley & Odah “Maude” (Brandon) Goad. He married Doris Brandenburg on August 15, 1964. Surviving is his loving wife of 55 years; son Brian Goad;...

     Gary Thomas Grissom I passed from his earthly home onto his heavenly home on November 29, 2019. Gary was born on August 2nd, 1940 to Elwood and Evelyn (Volk) Grissom. His mother survives. Also surviving are his sisters, Brenda (Carrell) Hampsten and Susie (Raymond) Brown.      Gary married his high school sweetheart, Pat Easton on June 24, 1961. They worked side by side for 58 years. To this marriage was born Tom, Tina, Trev and Tracy. Surviving...

Lela Fay Carr, 87, of Hidalgo, IL entered Heaven at 3:15 AM on Thursday, November 28, 2019 at her home. Funeral services honoring her life will be at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at the Hidalgo Independent Christian Church. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM to 10:45 AM prior to service time. Burial will be in the Aten Cemetery in Hidalgo. Barkley Funeral Chapel in Greenup is assisting the family with the services. Lela was born on December 7, 1931 in Cumberland County, IL to Leo...

Rosemary Richardson, 88, of Casey, IL passed away at 3:40 PM on November 28, 2019 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL. Graveside funeral services will be at 11:00 AM Monday, December 2, 2019 at the Washington Street Cemetery in Casey, IL. The Barkley Funeral Chapel in Greenup is assisting the family. Rosemary was born on June 19, 1931 in Casey, IL. The daughter of Al and Goldie (Anderson) Coleman. She married John David Richardson in 1951. She is survived by her son, David (Lina)...

Gary L. Rice, 67, of Mattoon, IL passed away at 12:10 PM on Saturday, November 23, 2019 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL with his family by his side. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at the Barkley Funeral Chapel in Toledo, IL. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until time of service. Burial will be in the Janesville Cemetery. Gary was born April 6, 1952 the son of Irvin and Alma (Lamb) Rice. He married Shirley (St John) Reed on May 16,...

Daniel D. Walker, 46, of Toledo, IL. passed away on November 15, 2019 at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center in Mattoon, IL.   The Barkley Funeral Chapel in Toledo, IL is assisting the family. There will be a memorial service at a later date.   Daniel was born in Mattoon, IL on August 19, 1973 to David & Maxine (Wilson) Walker. He married Helen Clough on March 17, 2003. Surviving is his wife; children Dakota, Elizabeth, Dominic and Savannah; his mother Maxine Ballinger;...

Randall Dee Sowers, 86, of Jewett, IL passed away at 7:03 PM on November 8, 2019 at HSHS St. Anthony Memorial Hospital in Effingham, IL. Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM on Wednesday November 13, 2019 at the Barkley Funeral Chapel in Greenup, IL. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Tuesday evening at the funeral chapel. Burial with full Military Rites will be in the Aten Cemetery in Hidalgo, IL. Randall was born on June 23, 1933 in rural Jewett, IL to Dewey & Sylvia...

B.J. Carr, 62, of Hidalgo, IL passed away 10:21 AM on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at HSHS St. Anthony Memorial Hospital in Effingham, IL. A memorial visitation will be held from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Saturday, November 23, 2019 at the Parish Center in Greenup, IL. Burial will be held at a late date. The Barkley Funeral Chapel in Greenup is assisting the family with arrangements. B.J. was born on September 3, 1957. The daughter of William H. and Loretta (Pike) Houser. She married Dwayne...