•October 22, 2025•

John Frederick McLaughlin, 74, passed away in Medford, Oregon on Wednesday, October 15. John was born in Decatur, Illinois to parents Dr. Dean and Pam McLaughlin (formerly Bierman). John grew up in Sullivan, Illinois with six siblings - Dave, Jean, Phyllis, Susie, Ann and Bill. 

Nancy Kenton

Nancy R. Kenton, 71, of Sullivan, passed away Tuesday October 7, 2025, at her daughters’ residence in Bethany.

Richard Day

Richard “Rich” Brian Day

Born July 10, 1950

Completed his journey on October 7, 2025, at 1:21 p.m., at home, with his wife, daughter, and a dear friend at his side

Richard “Rich” Day loved three things most: his family, honest work, and the open road. He was born and raised in Arthur, Illinois, learned early that your word matters, and carried that lesson all his life. He valued accountability, hard work, determination, and the stubborn spirit to never give up. He held those values to his last day.

Betty Bolsen

Betty Lou Bolsen, 99, of Lovington, went to her heavenly home at 8:05 p.m. Sunday, October 12, 2025, at St. Mary’s Hospital, Decatur, with family by her side.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the Lovington First Christian Church. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Saturday, at the church. Burial will be in Turner Cemetery, Lovington. Memorials may be made to the Lovington First Christian Church. McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.

Lorajean Evans

Lorajean Evans, 86, of Sullivan, formerly of Bethany, passed away at 12:05 p.m. Friday October 3, 2025 in Heritage Woods of Sullivan.