Bernadine was called to Heaven at 4:00 am on September 25, 2025 to be with her Lord and join her loving husband Charles. Visitation will be on Wednesday, October 1 from 10:00 to 11:30 am at Reed Funeral Home, 1112 S. Hamilton St., Sullivan, IL 61951. A celebration of life service for Bernadine will immediately follow. Interment will be at Greenhill Cemetery on E. Water St. in Sullivan. She was born on January 14, 1928 in South Dakota. She was a daughter of Ollie and Marie Kidwell and was one of eight children six girls and two boys who were a very caring and close family. When Bernadine was one year old, she and her family moved to the Sullivan Illinois area where her parents once lived. She was an active member of the First Christian Church in Sullivan and attended the Sullivan schools. She was a cheerleader in her seventh and eighth grade years and received the American Legion awards in both her eighth grade and senior year of high school. Bernadine always loved school. She sang in the high school chorus and also was honored to be chosen the outstanding high school senior girl and homecoming queen in 1945. Bernadine worked for the Moultrie County Treasurer and at the First National Bank in Sullivan. She met Charlie, the love of her life, at a dance and they were later married in 1948 at the First Christian Church in Sullivan. Charlie was a farmer so they lived on a farm near Hammond, Illinois, where they raised Angus cattle, chickens and had a huge garden. They were blessed to have two wonderful children (Keith and Cathy) of whom they were so proud. Bernadine and her family were active members of the Hammond United Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday School and Bible School when her children were young. Bernadine loved to sing and sang in the church choirs of Sullivan and Hammond for more than 60 years, as well as a soloist for many of her friend’s weddings. Bernadine enjoyed being a 4-H leader and belonged to the Home Extension for several years. Bernadine worked in the Hammond Bank for eight years and retired in 1977. She loved working with her flowers, canning and freezing fruits and vegetables from her garden plus preparing chickens to enjoy at meals. Bernadine was our family photographer and loved taking pictures of her grandchildren as well as rainbows, sunsets and beautiful clouds. Bernadine leaves behind to cherish her memory, her loving family, son Keith (Kathy) Casteel of Decatur, Illinois, three children Ryan (Rana), their three children Heidi Ouf and Aden Casteel of Gainesville, Virginia, Hassan (Alexandra) Ouf and daughter Lola of Glen Allen, Virginia; Seth Casteel of Nashville, Tennessee and Clayton (Maureen) Casteel and children Charlie, Dominic and Isla of Elmhurst, Illinois. Daughter Cathy (Nolan) Black of St. Louis, Missouri, their two children, Amanda (Matt) Mehner and their children Lukas, Kate and Claire and their son Nathan (Jessica) Black and their children Ellis and Emery of St. Louis. Sisters: Mary Lou Kidwell of Sullivan, Patty Seale of Crawfordsville, Indiana and sister-in-law Maurine Kidwell of Sullivan along with several special nieces and nephews plus kind and thoughtful friends and neighbors. Bernadine was proceeded in death by her parents, her husband Charles, brothers Bill, and Glen Kidwell, sisters Geneva Wilson, Midge Mills, and Genevieve Sutton. After having been blessed with nearly 60 wonderful years together, Charles passed away in 2007. Bernadine remained on the farm for two more years, then moved to a villa at Mason Point in 2009 and then Courtyard Estates/Heritage Woods in 2023. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend and was always giving us “Bushels of Love!” Memorials may be given to the Hammond United Methodist Church, Hammond, IL 61929; Down Syndrome of Northern Virginia, 10332 Main St., Suite 338, Fairfax, Virginia 22030; TASK (Autism), 980 Horan Drive, Fenton, Missouri 63026. Condolences for the family may be left at www.reedfuneralhome.net.
Category Archives: Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries: Joseph (Joe) Russell
Joseph (Joe) Eugene Russell, 76 of Sullivan passed away peacefully at 8:05am on September 25, 2025 at Eastview Terrace, Sullivan.
Services start at 6:00 p.m. with visitation being held from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Monday September 29, 2025 at the McMullin Young Funeral Home in Sullivan. Burial will take place at a later date. Memorials can be made to donors’ choice.
Joe was born March 8, 1949, in Decatur: the son of Lloyd Eugene Russell and Theresa Mae (Phillips) Beattie. He was a hard worker for Staleys in Decatur for thirty years. Joe was a huge fan of golfing, it was his number one hobby and he played a good game. He also enjoyed playing pool or doing difficult crossword to keep his mind sharp. He played cards almost everyday mostly solitaire. Watching old westerns was something he loved to do as well but nothing can compare to his family. The love he had for his Wife Jane of 51 years shined through onto their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Joe loved spending his time with his kids and grandkids making them laugh. He had a nickname for everyone and was quite clever when picking them. His laugh was silly, and contagious and will be missed dearly.
Joe is survived by sons, Wesley (Miko) Russell of Mattoon, Cole Russell of Bethany, Shane (Betty) Russell of Sulivan; daughters Tara (Jim) Underwood of Bethany, Jodi (Jason) Gotts of Bethany, April (Luke) Schumacher of Sullivan, Valerie (Heath) Huthinson of Bethany; 17 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren; sister Anne (Andy) Burkette.
He was proceeded in death by his parents; Wife Jane; 1 brother Tom Russell.
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mcmullinyoung.com
Recent Obituaries: Audrey Lee England
Audrey Lee England, 94, of Allenville, passed away 8:33 p.m. Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, Mattoon.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, September 21, 2025, at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, with Pastor Bob Vail and Pastor Al Rennert officiating. Visitation will be 1 hour prior to the service, Sunday at the funeral home in Sullivan. Burial will be in French Cemetery, Allenville. Memorials may be made to the Allenville Christian Church.
Audrey was born in Sullivan on December 4, 1930, the daughter of Berthol D. and Myrtie L. (Burtcheard) Bathe. Audrey married Billy Ted England on January 12, 1951, in Mattoon; he preceded her in death on February 11, 2023. She was a member of the Allenville Christian Church. Audrey loved watching golf and was a huge fan of Tiger Woods and Scottie Scheffler. She was an expert scrabble player and enjoyed watching birds. Audrey loved making Christmas wreaths and she loved butterflies.
She is survived by her sons, Stanley (Gwen) of Portland, MI, Dan of Decatur, and Scot (Jayne) of Hendersonville, TN; grandchildren, Sara Alfimow and Rachel Spurlin, Andy Butt, Matt England, Alison England and great-granddaughter Teddie England and Elaina Jayne England; sister, Mayme Belle Knox of Allenville.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, grandson Jacob England, 3 brothers and 2 sisters.
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mcmullinyoung.com
Recent Obituaries: Timothy “Pinky” Floyd
Timothy Keith “Pinky” Floyd, 71, of Sullivan passed away 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at his home, with his family by his side.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, September 14, 2025, at McMullin-Young Funeral Home in Sullivan. Visitation will be held an hour prior to the service Sunday at the funeral home in Sullivan. Burial will be in Greenhill Cemetery, Sullivan, with Military Rites by the Sullivan American Legion Post #68. Memorials may be made to Moultrie County PAWs: 10 Leisure Acres, Sullivan, IL 61951 or to the Allenville Christian Church.
Tim was born on November 25, 1953, in Mattoon; the son of James Keith and Velma Louise (Franklin) Floyd. He enjoyed his time in the United States Navy and the friends he made throughout the years. Tim served on the John F. Kennedy and America VAQ 133 (Wizards). Tim married Cathy S. Young on December 14, 1991, in Sullivan; she survives. He retired from Cabot Corporation after 39 years. Tim graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a Bachelor’s degree. He was a member of the Sullivan American Legion Post #68 and Towns Around Biloxi Parrot Head Club. Tim was an excellent cook, baker and woodworker. He loved riding his Harley Davidson, going boating and the ocean.
Tim is survived by his wife, Cathy Floyd of Sullivan; children, Laura (Greg) Short of Mattoon, Melinda (Gus) Hunter of Biloxi, MS, and Andrew (Shannon) Elder of Decatur; brother, Scott Floyd of Mattoon; grandchildren, Delaney (John) Poorman, Annabelle Becker and Gavin Elder; great-grandson, Larson Poorman; honorary-grandchildren, Gus Hunter, Tyler Hunter and Lt. JG Daniel Hunter; father-in-law, Donald (Beverly) Young; brother-in-law, Mack Young; sister-in-law, Kim (Bob) Freeman; nieces and nephews, Riley (Whitney) Floyd, Tyler Floyd, Mackenzie (Jeremy) Repking, Trisha (Kalub) Ard, Alex (Tiffanie) Young, Shelby (Gabe) Black, Braedan Young and Breanna (Brice) Cannon; great-nieces and nephews, Braxton Floyd, Teigan Floyd, Cole Repking, Miles Repking, Kahlil (Brea) Walker, Alayna Ard and Willow Young.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one grandson, Jordan Evan Turney.
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mcmullinyoung.com
Recent Obituaries: Carolyn Yvonne Doss
Carolyn Yvonne Doss, 87, of Sullivan, passed away 1:24 p.m. on Monday, August 18, 2025, at Decatur Memorial Hospital.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Thursday, August 21, 2025 at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Sullivan. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 22, 2025, at the McMullin-Young Funeral Home in Sullivan. Burial will take place in the Oak Grove Cemetery, Bethany. In lieu of flowers; memorials may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital: 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or to Moultrie County PAWs: 10 Leisure Acres, Sullivan, IL 61951.
Carolyn was born July 4, 1938, in Dunn; the daughter of Virgil and Mary Mildred (England) Shipman. She married James E. “Smokey” Doss on July 28, 1957, in Dunn. Smokey preceded her in death on October 21, 2011. She was a member of the Southern Baptist Church in Sullivan. Carolyn worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse for many years. She enjoyed traveling, her flowers and loved spending time with her grandchildren. Carolyn had a soft spot for her cat Nana and various other outdoor critters, including a squirrel.
She is survived by her son, James LeRoy Doss of Sullivan; grandchildren, Danielle Doss of Mattoon, Clayton Doss of Sullivan and Synthea Doss of Sullivan; aunts, Wilma Wiley and Marilyn England.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two brothers and one great-granddaughter, Harper.
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mcmullinyoung.com
Recent Obituaries: Patrick Louie Williams
With his niece, Linda, and brother-in-law, Steve, at his side, Patrick Louie Williams went to Glory to meet his Savior in the early morning hours of July 26, 2025, at Memorial Medical Center. He was born on March 14, 1950, to Louie and Elizabeth (Spears) Williams. Patrick was the youngest of five children.
Patrick or “Pat” as many knew him, grew up in the countryside of rural Bingham. He was proud to tell people that he was Tex Williams’ nephew. He loved all his family dearly and always found time to talk about them. If you had questions about the family tree, he was the person to ask.
He was quite a fierce competitor when playing dominoes and Uno. He was sharp as a tack; for he was a killer with the draw four card. To the chagrin of his family, he was a Chicago Cubs fan. He redeemed himself in loving Peanuts and Harry Potter.
Patrick was a member of Mount Carmel Baptist Church and Fillmore Baptist Church. He was a proud lifetime member of the Illinois Masonic Lodge Fillmore Chapter, where he served many positions most notably past master. He lived for over 20 years at the Illinois Masonic Lodge Home in Sullivan. There, he thrived working in the ice cream shop and men’s store, as well as participating in their various activities.
Surviving are his big brother, Dale Williams, three beautiful sisters-in-law, one devoted brother-in-law, many nieces and nephews, as well as Linda and Ashton Williams whom he thought of as his daughters. Proceeding him in death are his parents, Louie and Elizabeth, his brothers, Bobby Jo and Richard, and his twin sister, Peggy.
A visitation will be held on Friday, August 1, 2025, from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at Fillmore Baptist Church in Fillmore, IL. A funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Mike McKinney officiating. Interment will follow at Mount Carmel Baptist Cemetery in Ramsey, IL.
Memorials may be directed to the Illinois Grand Masonic Lodge in Springfield.
Sutton Memorial Home is in charge or arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at suttonmemorialhome.com.
Recent Obituaries: Luella Hughes
Luella K. Hughes, 76, of Sullivan, passed away at 10:46 p.m. Tuesday, July 22, 2025 in the Willow Breeze Hospice House, Mattoon, Illinois.
Celebration of Life services will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, July 26, 2025 at the Reed Funeral Home with Pastor Bob Vail officiating. Burial will be in Greenhill Cemetery. Visitation will be from Noon to service time. Memorials are suggested to the Sullivan Ambulance Service or the Sullivan Weekend Food Pac Program. Online condolences may be sent to the family at reedfuneralhome.net.
Luella was born October 5, 1948 in Decatur, Illinois, the daughter of Robert ‘Bob’ and Joan Matheson Hughes. She retired from the Mt. Zion K-Mart after 25 years. Luella was a member of the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), participated in the Sullivan Pencil Pal Program for 2nd graders for over 20 years, was a member of the Sullivan American Legion Auxiliary and the Sullivan VFW Auxiliary and enjoyed league bowling at Sullivan and Decatur.
Survivors include her sister Barbara Hughes of Mattoon; brothers Bill Hughes and Jim (Katrina) Hughes, all of Sullivan; several nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother Arthur Hughes.
Recent Obituaries: Benjamin Franklin Harris
Benjamin Franklin Harris, 90, of Bethany went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ at 6:43 p.m. on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at Shelbyville Manor, Shelbyville, after living with Alzheimer’s Dementia for several years with courage and resilience.
A celebration of life service will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 12, 2025 at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Sullivan, with Rev. Douglas Harris officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Following the service, burial will be in Marrowbone Township Cemetery, Bethany. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Benjamin was born August 25, 1934, in Detroit, MI, the son of Elbert and Annella (Baldwin) Harris. He was a graduate of Benton High School, Benton, and Central Bible College, Springfield, MO. Benjamin served in the United States National Guard.
Ben was an Assemblies of God pastor and was recently recognized for 50 years of ordained ministry. He pastored churches across Illinois including Ottawa, Bunker Hill, Vandalia, Olive Branch, Bethany and Paris. He also filled many pulpits in various churches in his later years.
On May 25, 1963, he married Sandra Hollister in Decatur, she survives. Also surviving are their children, Terry (Jodi) Harris of Altamont, Lisa (John) Fett of Tennessee, and Ron (Lori) Harris of Pennsylvania; also, seven grandchildren, Steffen Harris, Kirstie Burry, Kaela Cuzzone, John-Michael Fett, Chris Harris, Mike Harris, and Zachary Harris, and ten great-grandchildren.
Ben has three living siblings, sisters, Evelyn (Charles) Bayless and Roselyn Wingo; brother, Michael (Sharon) Harris. He was preceded in death by his parents and four siblings, William, Robert, Joanne and Wendell.
Ben enjoyed gardening, fishing, camping, bowling, and fast-pitch softball. He and Sandra traveled to 46 of the 50 states. Ben also went on Mission trips to Honduras and Denmark.
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mcmullinyoung.com
Recent Obituaries: Hazel Fraker
Hazel Fraker, 91, of Sullivan, passed away at 2:52 p.m. Monday, July 7, 2025 in Memorial Medical Center, Springfield.
Celebration of Life services will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, July 12, 2025 at the Reed Funeral Home, Sullivan with Pastor Bob Vail officiating. Burial will be in the Humboldt Cemetery, Humboldt, Illinois. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until service time on Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Online condolences may be sent to the family at reedfuneralhome.net.
Hazel was born October 27, 1933 in Chesterville, Illinois, the daughter of Oscar Thomas and Lora Montgomery Key. Hazel was a homemaker and had worked at the Illinois Masonic Home. She had been a member of the Mt. Zion General Baptist Church, rural Sullivan. Hazel married Robert E. ‘Cherry’ Fraker on February 1, 1952 in Arcola, Illinois and he preceded her in death on October 12, 1998.
Survivors include her sons Ronald E. (Arlene) Fraker of Sullivan and Randy R. (Cheri) Fraker of Springfield, Illinois; grandchildren Dana (Brandt) Rodgers of Sullivan and Luke Fraker of Springfield, Illinois; great granddaughter Macie Rodgers of Sullivan and a sister Sharon (Ron) Sanders of Atwood, Illinois.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Robert, six brothers and five sisters.
Hazel loved her family and taking care of her home. She was an avid bird watcher and never saw a squirrell that she liked. She will be forever in our hearts.
Recent Obituaries: Morris Luck
Morris D. Luck, 87, of Bethany, passed away at 3:00 a.m. Thursday, June 19, 2025 in St. Mary’s Hospital, Decatur.
Celebration of Life services will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, June 23, 2025 at the Reed Funeral Home, Sullivan with Adam McReynolds officiating. Burial will be in the Marrowbone Twp. Cemetery, Bethany. Visitation will be from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Sunday evening at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Bethany. Online condolences may be sent to the family at reedfuneralhome.net.
Morris was born on May 23, 1938 in Farmer City, Illinois, the son of Cleo M. and Dorthea B. Dolberts Luck. He married Marjorie A. McReynolds on September 11, 1960 in Bethany and she preceded him in death on December 24, 2020.
Survivors include his children Cynthia ‘Cindy’ (Tom) Burch of Westervelt, Illinois, David (Diolil) Luck of Bethany and Daniel ‘Danny’ (Marissa) Luck of Sullivan; grandchildren Wade Burch, Sarah Burch (fiancé Matt Harford), Kinley Luck (fiancé Drew Heffley), Madison (Trevor) Blackburn, Hallie (Bryce) Burks-Chavira, Landyn (Preston) Richardson and Mason Luck; great grandchildren Brenna Howell, Annie Harford, Cora Blackburn, Thea Heffley, Levi Richardson and another great granddaughter to be born in September.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, daughter Jeanne Luck, one brother and one sister.
Morris had a love for animals especially Angus cattle. This passion was evident early in his life when he participated in the cattle show at the Illinois State Fair at the age of 8. As an adult, visiting the Illinois State Fair to watch the Angus show was a highlight of his summer. Morris was a University of Illinois graduate where he was a member of the 1959 U of I Livestock Judging team. He was the Moultrie County 4-H summer assistant during his college years. During that time he met the love of his life Marjorie McReynolds. Morris managed several Angus cattle farms during his working career including farms in Brewster, New York, Ontario, Canada, Appleton City, Missouri and Olathe, Kansas In his latter years he found employment with Moorman Feeds, as a truck driver for Agri-Fab and a school bus driver. Morris was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Bethany. In his retirement years, Morris could be seen sitting on his front porch watching his grandkids or visiting with friends and neighbors, sharing a story or laugh. Morris touched many lives and will be missed and remembered by those who knew him.