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Obituaries 5-22-2024: Thomas Kopel

News Progress Posted on May 22, 2024 by webmasterMay 22, 2024

Thomas Kopel

Thomas William Kopel, better known as Tom, age 71 of Quincy, IL, died May 11, 2024, at Missouri Baptist Medical Center St. Louis, MO, with his wife by his side. He is remembered as a fun and loving husband, brother, father, grandfather, cousin, uncle, and loyal friend to many. He was the son of Joe and Evelyn Kopel of Donnelly, MN. Read More

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Obituaries 5-15-2024: Gary Robinson

News Progress Posted on May 15, 2024 by webmasterMay 15, 2024

Gary Robinson

Gary K. Robinson, 78, of Sullivan, passed away at 10:00 a.m. Monday May 6, 2024 with his family surrounding him at St. Mary’s Hospital, Decatur. Read More

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Obituaries 5-15-2024: Carolyn England

News Progress Posted on May 15, 2024 by webmasterMay 15, 2024

Carolyn England

Carolyn J. England, 75, of Tower Hill, passed away 1:22 p.m. Friday, May 10, 2024, at her home. Read More

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Recent Obituaries: Carolyn J. England

News Progress Posted on May 13, 2024 by webmasterMay 13, 2024

Carolyn J. England

Carolyn J. England, 75, of Tower Hill, passed away 1:22 p.m. Friday, May 10, 2024, at her home.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at Oak Grove Baptist Church, rural Bethany. Visitation will be held an hour prior to the service, Tuesday, at the church in rural Bethany. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, rural Bethany. Memorials may be made to the Oak Grove Baptist Church.
Carolyn was born on August 12, 1948, in Decatur; the daughter of Fred and Norma Jean (Lofland) Davis. She married Cecil Dwayne England on October 1, 1966, in Sullivan; he preceded her in death on October 9, 2021. Her home church was Oak Grove Baptist Church. She enjoyed her flowers, gardening, quilting and researching genealogy.
She is survived by her sons, Andrew England of Wyoming, Thad (Peggy Bonilla) England of Pana and Nathaniel (April) England of Tower Hill; brothers, Robert Davis, Roger (Kathleen) Davis, John Davis, Eddie (Diane) Davis, Chris (Clara) Davis, Brian (Tracy) Davis, Jeff (Penny) Davis and Kenny (Leta) Davis all of Sullivan; sisters, Cathy (John) Elkin and Becky (Mike) Davis both of Sullivan. Carolyn is also survived by 9 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved husband of 55 years, Cecil Dwayne England.
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mcmullinyoung.com
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Obituaries 5-8-2024: Nancy Henderson

News Progress Posted on May 8, 2024 by webmasterMay 8, 2024

Nancy Henderson

Nancy Claire Henderson, 86, of Sullivan, IL went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, May 1st, 2024.

Funeral services were held Sunday, May 5th at Smyser Christian Church, rural Gays. Burial took place in Smyser Cemetery, rural Gays. Memorials may be made to Smyser Christian Church. McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation of Kathy, with SBL Hospice, for her loving care. Read More

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Obituaries 5-8-2024: Jane Buxton

News Progress Posted on May 8, 2024 by webmasterMay 8, 2024

Jane Buxton

Jane Ann Buxton, 78, of Dallas, Texas, passed away at 10:33 a.m. Thursday May 2, 2024 in her residence surrounded by her family.

Graveside services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday May 14, 2024 in the Greenhill Cemetery, Sullivan with Pastor Grant Wade officiating. Visitation will be Monday May 13, 2024 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Reed Funeral Home, Sullivan. Memorials may be made to The ALS Association of Texas, 14555 Dallas Parkway, Suite 100-129, Dallas, Texas 75254 or online at http://alstexas.org. Online condolences may be sent to the family at reedfuneralhome.net. Read More

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Recent Obituaries: Nancy Claire Henderson

News Progress Posted on May 3, 2024 by adminMay 3, 2024

Nancy Claire Henderson
Nancy Claire Henderson, 86, of Sullivan, IL went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, May 1st, 2024.
Funeral services will be held at 3pm on Sunday, May 5th at Smyser Christian Church, rural Gays. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will be in Smyser Cemetery, rural Gays. Memorials may be made to Smyser Christian Church. McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation of Kathy, with SBL Hospice, for her loving care.
Nancy was born March 1, 1938, to George and Lucille Johnson of Windsor. Nancy lost her father in WWII at age 6. Lucille raised Nancy and her siblings, Jim and Joyce, and after they graduated college, she married Fred Hammer who loved the family as his own. Nancy graduated as valedictorian at Windsor High School and went on to attend the University of Illinois where she earned her teaching degree in Home Economics.

Nancy married Dane Cole Henderson on August 9, 1959 in a double wedding, alongside her sister, Joyce, who married John Henderson, Dane’s brother. Nancy and Dane had four children: Cindy (Mitch) Daily, Randy (Jody) Henderson, Sherrie (Eric) Grohler, Lyle (Carolyn) Henderson; 9 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and 3 more on the way. Nancy spent her life lovingly caring for and raising her family and she was her happiest when spending time with them. She worked for 15 years at RR Donnelly to help provide for the family. Nancy loved flower gardening, mowing her beautiful lawn, and camping. She enjoyed traveling with Dane in their RV throughout the southern states, spending most winters there.

She served all of her adult life as a member of Smyser Christian Church where she was a beautiful example of humble faith. Her faith has continued on through her children and grandchildren.
Nancy is survived by Dane, her loving husband of nearly 65 years. Rarely were the two apart from each other and they could always be seen holding hands.

While we celebrate Nancy’s life here with us, we rejoice in her eternal life with Christ.

Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mcmullinyoung.com

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Obituary 5-1-2024: Fatima Nichols

News Progress Posted on May 1, 2024 by webmasterMay 1, 2024

Fatima Nichols

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Fatima Nichols, who left this earth to join her loved ones on April 21, 2024. Born on December 27, 1953, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Fatima was a loving mother, dedicated spouse, and cherished friend. She was 70 years old. Read More

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Obituaries 4-24-2024: Rochelle Boyd

News Progress Posted on April 24, 2024 by webmasterApril 23, 2024

Rochelle Boyd

Rochelle Ellen Boyd, 84, of Lovington, passed away 12:05 a.m. Thursday, April 18, 2024, at The Arthur Home. Read More

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Obituaries 4-24-2024: Timothy Hogue

News Progress Posted on April 24, 2024 by webmasterApril 23, 2024

Timothy Hogue

Timothy Hogue, 77, of Sullivan, passed away Saturday April 20, 2024 in his residence. Read More

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Helmeth receives Amtryke



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River Helmeth received an Amtryke from the Sullivan AMBUCS at their fundraising cookout last Saturday, May 9th, in the Kirby Foods parking lot. River rode her new Amtryke for the first time like a pro as her mom Stephanie, looked on. With a big smile and look of determination, River showed everyone how well she could ride.


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