Recent Obituaries: Joseph (Joe) Russell

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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

Obituaries 9-24-2025: Audrey England

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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 were held Sunday, September 21, 2025, at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, with Pastor Bob Vail and Pastor Al Rennert officiating. Burial took place in French Cemetery, Allenville. Memorials may be made to the Allenville Christian Church.

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Obituaries 9-24-2025: Phil Armstrong

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Phil Armstrong, 74, of Sullivan, passed away at 4:10 a.m. Thursday, September 18, 2025 in his residence.

In accordance with Phil’s wishes there will be no visitation. Graveside services at Greenhill Cemetery will be at a later date. Reed Funeral Home, Sullivan is in charge of arrangements. Memorials are suggested to Autism Speaks, P. O. Box 37148 Boone, IA 50037 (www.autismspeaks.org). Online condolences may be sent to the family at reedfuneralhome.net.

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Recent Obituaries: Audrey Lee England

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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

Obituaries 9-17-2025: Timothy “Pinky” Floyd

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Timothy Keith “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 were held Sunday, September 14, 2025, at McMullin-Young Funeral Home in Sullivan. Burial was 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.

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Recent Obituaries: Timothy “Pinky” Floyd

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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