Phyllis Lukach, 77 of Taylorville passed away on Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at 3:42 a.m. at Taylorville Memorial Hospital in Taylorville, IL. She was born on August 11, 1944 in Nanty-Glo, Pennsylvania the daughter of Norman and Sadie (Stiffler) Zeiter. She married Frank Lukach in June of 1977 in Taylorville, IL.

She is survived by her Husband Frank Lukach of Taylorville, IL; Daughters: Myra Duby of Paris, IL, Bobbie (Larison) Droke of Taylorville, IL; Sons: David Scott Duby of Morrisonville, IL, Rik Duby and Mark Duby; Grandchildren: Chris Sylvester, Payton Droke, Andrew Duby, April Duby, Christina Duby, Krystal Duby, and several others; Great Grandchildren: Alivia Duby, Madison Duby, Logan Duby, Gatlynn Droke, Bentley Droke, Gracelyn Droke, Wrigley Droke, Jonathan Sylvester; Sisters: Nancy Beard of Owaneco, IL and Donna Benton; Brother: Norman (Gloria) Zeiter of Alabama and Several Nieces and Nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter: Virgina Lukach and granddaughter: Sierra Droke and Sister: Delores Davis.  

Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 2, 2022 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville. Funeral service will be held immediately following the visitation starting at 11:00 a.m. at Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville with Pastor Gerald McPhillips officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery in Taylorville, IL.

Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville is assisting the family with arrangements. 

Vincent N. Drnjevic, 55, of Taylorville, passed away on Sunday, June 26, 2022, at his home.

Vincent was born April 29, 1967, in Taylorville, the son of Francis A. and Mary L. (Willer) Drnjevic, Jr.  He graduated from Taylorville High School with the class of 1985 and began working as a meat cutter for Schnuck’s in Bloomington.  Vincent then transferred to the Springfield location where he was currently employed.  He was an avid John Wayne fan, loved playing bocce ball, and was a Bagna Cauda making champion. Vincent was a member of the Knights of Columbus #2120 in Taylorville.

He was preceded in death by his father; maternal grandparents, Norman and Edna Willer; and paternal grandparents, Francis and Virginia Drnjevic.

Vincent is survived by his mother, Mary L. Drnjevic of Taylorville; brother, Francis A. (wife, Wendy) Drnjevic III of Girard; nephews, Robert and Ryan; great nephew, Lucas; aunts, Karen Willer and JoMarie Warren, both of Taylorville; uncles, Denny (wife, Laura) Drnjevic and Martin (wife, Rose) Willer, both of Findlay; several cousins; good friends, Mary and Mel; and his two cats, Reno and Geno.

Visitation: The family will receive friends from 5:00-8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, at Shafer-Perfetti & Assalley Funeral Home, 202 W. Franklin Street, Taylorville, IL 62568.
Funeral Ceremony: 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 30, 2022, at the funeral home with Rev. Rodney Blomquist officiating.  

Interment will follow the ceremony at Anderson Cemetery in Palmer.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Christian County Animal Control, 300 S. Baughman Rd, Taylorville, IL 62568, or the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284.

Please visit www.assalleyfuneralhomes.com to share memories of Vincent, or to offer condolences to his family.
 

Barbara Jean Southard, 75 of Taylorville passed away on Sunday, June 19, 2022 at 6:30am at Decatur Memorial Hospital. She was born on December 8, 1946 in Bloomington, IL, the daughter of Joseph and Dorothy (Wylie) Robinson. She married Robert W. Southard on October 24, 1975 in Taylorville, IL. She worked at a local dry cleaner and later worked in the cafeteria at the Taylorville Sr, High School before retiring. Barb enjoyed bowling, reading, puzzles, games and socializing. 

She is survived by daughters: Teri Bankhead (Companion Jerry O’Neill) of Tucson, AZ., Robyn Menossi (Companion Alex Manzo) of Temecula, CA., son Todd (Kimberly) Southard of Springfield, IL., grandchildren: Boston Menossi, Seth Nelson, McKenna Southard-Kitson, Carson Southard, Olivia Bankhead, Nicolas Manzo; sisters: Molly (Tim) Westover, Helen (Denny) Garren both of Tucson, AZ, brother: Jeffery (Terri) Robinson of Taylorville, IL., several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and brother: Joseph Robinson.

Family & Friends are invited to the gravesite service on Saturday June 25, 2022 at 10:00 am at Oak Hill Cemetery in Taylorville, IL.

Memorials may be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation at Parkinson.org

Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville is assisting the family with arrangements. 

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Monica K. Fox, 79, of Taylorville, died on Tuesday, June 14, 2022, at 10:55 a.m. at Taylorville Memorial Hospital.  Monica was born on June 15, 1942 in Rugby, ND to parents, Jacob and Lena (Volk) Gange. 
Monica is survived by her children: Trina Szabo, Kelvin (Denise) Fox and Terressa Pearse (the late Mark Pearse) all of Taylorville, IL; grandchildren: Timothy Szabo, Jacob Szabo, Haiden Fox, Amanda Fox, Brittney Womack, Amber Pearse, Malique Pearse, Navaeh Pearse, Zariah Pearse, Tristan Mills and Brent Mills; She is also survived by 11 great-grandchildren; siblings: Leonard (Denise), Alan, Tille, Carol, Donna, Ivan (Mary), Mary (Dan), Jack, and Sandy (Jeff), all of North Dakota; as well as several nieces and nephews; She was preceded in death by her parents, children: Tamara “Tammy” Fox and Tandra “Tandy” Curl; sister: Amanda Gange. 

Monica enjoyed spending time with her kids and grandkids; She was always eager to offer words of advice to her kids and family, regardless whether they wanted it or not; She will be greatly missed by her loving family.

A private family graveside will be held at a later date at Oak Hill cemetery in Taylorville, IL.

Memorials may be made to the family of Monica Fox.

Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville is assisting the family with arrangements. 

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Herbert “Herb” K. Hendricks, 86, of Taylorville, IL, passed away on Monday, June 13, 2022 at 9:24 p.m. at Taylorville Memorial Hospital in Taylorville, IL. He was born on September 10, 1935, the son Herschel Adam and Mabel Jane (Shake) Hendricks in Taylorville, IL. He graduated with the Taylorville High School Class of 1953. Herb married Shirley Smith on December 2, 1956 in First Baptist Church in Taylorville, IL. He started working at age 15 for Dri-Gas, after high school he earned an associates degree in LP gas technology at Southern Tech in Chamblee, GA and later returning to Dri-Gas and became plant manager for Thermogas.

Herb served the Taylorville community in different capacities throughout his lifetime. He was the co-founder of Keep Taylorville Beautiful, in 1991 he launched the veteran’s monument at the corner of Park & Webster, he served as alderman for several years and he later retired from the street department. Herb was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan, family historian, neighborhood handyman and a beloved friend to his FL snow bird families. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

He is survived by his wife Shirley Hendricks, daughter: Diane Hendricks (Gary) Lewis of Springfield, IL, sons: David (Hilde) Hendricks of Taylorville, IL and Douglas Hendricks of Taylorville, IL, five grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren and two great great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, seven brothers, 1 sister, son: Donald William Hendricks, grandson: Drew William Hendricks. 

Visitation will be on Monday, June 20, 2022 from 9:00-11:00 am at Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville, IL. Funeral Service will be held on Monday, June 20, 2022 at 11:00 am at Sutton Memorial Home with American Legion Post 73 Chaplain and nephew Ricky Reed officiating. Burial will be held immediately following the service at Oak Hill Cemetery in Taylorville, IL.

Memorials may be made to American Legion Post 73 110 W. Franklin St. Taylorville, IL 62568  

Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville is assisting the family with arrangements. 

Vicki Ginoli, 66, of Springfield, IL formerly of Taylorville, died on Monday, June 13, 2022, at 11:40 a.m. at her home in Springfield, IL.  Vicki was born on April 3, 1956 in Taylorville, IL to parents, Bonafazio and Mary (Greenan) Ginoli. She graduated from Sangamon State University with a degree in Computer Science. Vicki recently retired from the State of Illinois Department of Revenue after many years of service. She graduated from Taylorville High School with the Class of 1974, she had a love for animals and was an advocate for animal welfare. Vicki was a hard-working, kind, compassionate, and caring person who had a heart of gold and loved to help people and she will be missed by her family and friends and everyone who loved her.

Vicki is survived by her sister: Bonita Brewer of Bloomington, IL, niece: Shannon Brewer Simmons of Springfield, IL, nephews: Joe (Angie) Brewer of Bloomington, IL, David (Brittany) Brewer of Bloomington, IL and Brian (Julie) Brewer of Shorewood, IL, great nieces & nephews: Gracie & Emma Brewer, Addy & Owen Brewer and Derek (Emily) Simmons. She was preceded in death by her parents, and brother-in-law: Dr. Thomas E. Brewer.

Visitation will be held on Friday, June 17, 2022 from 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Taylorville, IL. Funeral Mass will be at 11:00 a.m. in St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Taylorville, IL with Monsignor David Lantz officiating. Burial will be immediately following in Oak Hill Cemetery in Taylorville, IL.

Memorials may be made to The Helping Paw Project c/o Carol Rodgers 2344 S. 6th  St. Springfield, IL 62703

Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville is assisting the family with arrangements. 

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Frances Mae Dillard, 90 of Edinburg, passed quietly at 10:36 a.m. on Sunday, June 12, 2022 at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield. Fran was born on May 4, 1932 in Lincoln, Illinois, to Frederick and Geraldine (Jones) Patton. She went to Edinburg schools where she made many lifelong friends. She spent her working years at the State of Illinois in the Department of Revenue, where she worked until her retirement. Fran married Ben Dillard on April 7, 1979 at First United Methodist Church in Taylorville, where she was a member for 63 years. In her younger years, she taught Sunday School, and she was also president of the 1st United Methodist Women’s Club. Fran served on numerous committees with the church and helped coordinate funeral meals. She will be especially remembered by her sister, Carol, for being there when Gerry and Fred adopted Carol, and helping to raise her through her teenage years. Fran was a great wife, stepmother, sister, aunt and friend and she will be dearly missed.  

Fran leaves behind her husband, Ben, her stepchildren: Ben Dillard III, Gregory Dillard, Christopher Dillard, and Noel Dillard; five grandchildren; one sister: Carol Patton Wacaser (husband Dane); and nieces and nephews including: Matthew (Abbey) Wacaser and Derek (Stephanie) Wacaser. 

She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother: Billy Patton.

Funeral service for Fran will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 16, 2022, at the First United Methodist Church in Taylorville with Pastor Becky Lembke officiating. Visitation will take place from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service in the church. Interment will take place at Edinburg Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church.  McClure Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Taylorville is assisting the family with arrangements.  Memories of Fran, or condolences to her family, may be shared online at www.mcclurefuneralhome.com.

Shirley A. Brown, 80, of Millersville, passed away at 9:35 p.m. on Friday, June 10, 2022, at Decatur Memorial Hospital.
 
Shirley was born May 12, 1942, in Taylorville, the daughter of Jesse Monroe and Opal Marie (Huddelston) Enlow.  She married James Allen Brown on May 21, 1970, in Taylorville.  He preceded her in death on July 18, 2016.

Shirley graduated from Taylorville High School with the Class of 1960.  She worked for many restaurants in the Taylorville area as both a waitress and cook.  She owned and operated Shirley’s Café on East Main Cross for many years and was best known for her Cheese Soup and Biscuits and Gravy.  After retiring from the restaurant, she worked many more years as an In-Home Health Aid.

Shirley was an extraordinarily hard worker, and nothing could be too clean.  She enjoyed a good game of BINGO, but most of all she loved her family.  Shirley loved nothing more than spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. 

She was also preceded in death by her parents; son, Richard “Ricky” Bush; brother, Jim Enlow; and daughter, Sue Sumpter.

Shirley is survived by her daughter, Theresa Bush of Kincaid; sons, Troy Bush of Chicago, Gerald (wife, Tammi) Brown of Kincaid, and James L. Brown of Millersville; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; siblings, Glen (Bonnie Stole) Enlow of Taylorville, Sharon L. Enlow of Taylorville, Freda M. Norel of Taylorville, Jessie M. (Wayne) Kramer of Batesville, AR, Sarah E. (Roy) Enlow of Taylorville, and Rebecca L. Ott of Reedsburg, WI; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Graveside ceremonies will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 16, 2022, at Millersville Cemetery.

The family has entrusted Shafer-Perfetti & Assalley Funeral Home in Taylorville with ceremonies.

Please visit www.assalleyfuneralhomes.com to share memories of Shirley or offer condolences to her family.

Frank R. Hornbeck, 92 of Taylorville, died at 8:10 a.m., Friday, June 10, 2022 at Taylorville Estates. He was born on April 13, 1930 in Decatur to Frank E. and Bertha May (Gelsinger) Hornbeck. He married Bonne Vanzant on December 17, 1949 in Springfield, and she survives.

Frank retired in 1991 from Caterpillar as an assemblyman on the motor grader line. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Taylorville where he served in many capacities including church Elder, Trustee, Lutheran Layman’s League/Men’s Club. He also played in the church softball league, as well as a bowling league. He was a member of the Jaycees and the Optimist club. In addition to his memberships, Frank also volunteered his time as a firefighter and for the rescue squad in Taylorville. He was an avid Cardinals & Illini fan and loved coaching little league. Frank was always there for his family, he was an integral member of his church, his community, and he will be dearly missed by all those who had the pleasure of knowing him.

In addition to his wife of 72 years, Mr. Hornbeck is survived by their children: Allen (Patricia) Hornbeck of Champaign, Brenda (Michael) Seeley of Taylorville; grandchildren: Jimmy (Paula) Crisp, Billy Crisp, Emily (Michael) Przyborski, Brian (Rebecca) Hornbeck; great grandchildren: Xander, Hazel, Evan, Layla, Kira, and Alyssa; and one sister: Velma Langen of Farmersville. He was preceded in death by his parents, one grandson: Tim Crisp, siblings: Marie Jewel, Harold Hornbeck, Irene Gill, Evelyn Vaughn, and Wayne Hornbeck.

A service for Frank will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Taylorville with Pastor Rodney Blomquist officiating. Visitation will take place from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service in the church. Interment will take place at Oak Hill Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Trinity Lutheran Church or TLC Childcare Plus, 1010 N. Webster, Taylorville, IL 62568.  McClure Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Taylorville is assisting the family with arrangements.  Memories of Frank, or condolences to his family, may be shared online at www.mcclurefuneralhome.com.

Delores Wiseman, 67, longtime resident of Taylorville, was called to heaven by a choir of angels, on Wednesday, June 8, 2022 at 4:00 a.m. at her home in Taylorville, IL.  Delores was born on September 29, 1954 in Taylorville, IL to parents, Vere Thomas and Lela Mae (Norris) Durbin. She married the love of her life, Richard Wiseman on October 20, 1972. Delores was a CNA, Head start bus driver and a sales clerk at Walmart. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend and she will be missed by everyone that knew her.

Delores is survived by her husband: Richard, daughter: Billie Jo (Jennifer) Heberling of Taylorville, IL, Son: Bradley Wiseman of Taylorville, IL, grandchildren: Erica Renee Kettelkamp, Madison Ann Wiseman and Maelie Lynne Heberling, great-grandchild: Brayson Jessi Kettelkamp, sisters: Sheryl Griffin of Taylorville, and Betty (Steve) Perry of Taylorville, IL and brother: Donnie (Judy) Durbin of Springfield, IL. She was preceded in death by her parents, #1 granddaughter: Jessica Nicole (Woody) Kettelkamp, siblings: Vera Mae, Larry, Laura, Deb Silva, niece: Chantel Murphy, brothers-in-law: Glen Griffin and Mell Silva.

Visitation will be held on Friday, June 10, 2022 from 9:30-12:00 at Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville, IL. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, June 10, 2022 at Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville, IL with Rob Heberling officiating. Interment will be immediately following the funeral service at Anderson Cemetery in Palmer, IL

Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville is assisting the family with arrangements. 

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Betty Jean “Jackie” Lucas, 94, of Taylorville, passed away at 11:38 a.m. on Friday, on June 3, 2022, at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield. 

Jackie was born December 23, 1927, in Blue Mound, the daughter of John A. and Carrie J. (Clements) Harding.  She graduated from Morrisonville High School with the Class of 1945, and married Raymond J. Lucas on July 30, 1949, at St. Maurice Catholic Church in Morrisonville.  He preceded her in death on February 9, 2012.

Jackie worked for the Office of the Christian County Treasurer for many years, before becoming a homemaker.  She was devoted to her church, St. Maurice Catholic Church, where she was active as a Eucharistic Minister, a member of the Altar & Rosary, and served as a soloist for many funerals and weddings.  Jackie was a talented seamstress, and she made many of the beautiful tapestries that hung in the church throughout the year for various holidays, holy days, and church seasons.  She was also an avid reader, spending much of her free time with a book in hand.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; sister, Evelyn Irvin; and brothers, Don, Harv, John, and Gerald Harding.

Jackie is survived by her daughter, Jean (husband, Stan) Rovey of Springfield; grandchildren, Dr. Joshua (wife, Erin) Rovey of Mahomet, and Erika (husband, Zach) Schlechte of Edwardsville; great grandchildren, Lucas Rovey, Lyla Rovey, Sydney Rovey, Nolan Rovey, Liam Schlechte, Logan Schlechte, and Landon Schlechte; and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation: The family will receive friends from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Friday, June 10, 2022, at Perfetti-Assalley Funeral Home, 304 Carlin Street, Morrisonville, IL 62546.

Funeral Mass: 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 11, 2022, at St. Maurice Catholic Church, 706 SE 4th Street, Morrisonville, IL 62546, with Rev. John C. Burnette as celebrant.

Interment will follow mass at St. Maurice Catholic Cemetery in Morrisonville.

Memorial contributions may be made to: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, or Kitchell Memorial Library, 300 SE 5th Street, Morrisonville, IL 62546.

Donations of food may be brought to the Knights of Columbus #1151 in Morrisonville on Saturday morning.

Please visit www.assalleyfuneralhomes.com to share memories of Jackie or offer condolences to her family.

Treva Kathryn Sample, 91 of Edinburg, IL passed away on Sunday, June 5, 2022 at 8:14 a.m. at Taylorville Memorial Hospital in Taylorville, IL. She was born on January 31, 1931 in Edinburg, IL, the daughter of William James and Adeline “Addie” (Yeaman) Sample.

Treva’s life was dedicated to community service. For many years, she served the Edinburg School F.H.A. Banquets and Edinburg Elevator Dinners. Treva was a long-time member and officer of the United Methodist Women as well as the financial secretary for the church for 50 years, long-time member and quilter of the Taylorville Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, head of the kitchen of the Edinburg Labor Day Celebration for many years and also Parade Marshall at the Edinburg Labor Day Parade, volunteer at Edinburg Food Pantry, long time member and officer of the Edinburg Lioness Club where she received many awards and recognitions including the Melvin Jones Fellow award, the foundation’s highest honor for her commitment to serving the world community. She cooked monthly meals for the Edinburg Lions Club for many years and was known for her delicious homemade noodles, pies, and rolls.

She is survived by her Nieces and Nephews: Sharon Gowin, Jim (Sandy) Sample, Owen (Diane) Sample, Wanda Houk, Mary Frances Spengler, and Alice Ann Hart, Several Great-Nieces and Great-Nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Brother: Lloyd Sample, Sisters: Mabel, Lucille and Nephew: Bill McDermith.   

Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 9, 2022 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at Edinburg United Methodist Church in Edinburg, IL. Funeral Service will be immediately following the visitation starting at 11:00 a.m. at the Edinburg United Methodist Church in Edinburg, IL with Pastor Randy Burwell officiating. Burial will be in Edinburg Cemetery in Edinburg, IL.

Memorials may be made to Edinburg United Methodist Church 102 W. Douglas St. Edinburg, IL 62531.

Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville is assisting the family with arrangements. 

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Jeff Robert Scofield, 62, of Seattle, Washington, formerly of Taylorville, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, May 28, 2022 at Swedish Medical Center - Cherry Hill in Seattle, Washington. Jeff was born on May 3, 1960 in Taylorville, Illinois. He was the son of Dr. John H. and Marilyn (Ivers) Scofield. Jeff married Hettie Allee on June 19, 1991 in Pedernales Falls State Park in Blanco County, Texas. He attended Oconomowoc High School in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, then graduated from Coe College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa with a bachelor's degree in business administration, before going on to earn a master's degree in higher education administration from the University of Texas at San Antonio. 

Jeff's career has been devoted to financial aid and helping students achieve their goals of attending college. He served as Dean of Financial Aid at Chaminade University in Honolulu, Hawaii. Previously, he was Assistant Vice President, Student Financial Services for Seattle University, and prior to that he had served in a number of Director of Financial Aid posts, including at University of Hawaii at Hilo, Longwood University in Virginia, and Our Lady of the Lake and Schreiner College in Texas. Jeff spent a year abroad in college, living and studying in Tokyo, Japan, which sparked a lifelong interest in Japanese literature, language, and culture and resulted in several return trips with family and friends. Both his daughter and son studied Japanese language and spent semesters in Japan. Jeff also enjoyed bluegrass music, nature walks, weekend visits to the farmers market, rhubarb pie, coaching his son's soccer team, and reading the Sunday edition of The New York Times.

Jeff is survived by his wife Hettie Scofield, daughter Camille Scofield, son Carter Scofield; and mother Marilyn Scofield, all of Seattle; sister Janice (Lee) Phillips of Taylorville, Illinois; sister Christy Scofield of Greensboro, North Carolina; brother Mark (Sue) Scofield of Atlanta, Georgia; brother-in-law Travis (Patricia) Allee of Terre Haute, Indiana; sister-in-law Nancy Allee of Ann Arbor, Michigan; and many nieces, nephews, and lifelong friends. He was preceded in death by his dad John H. Scofield and by his sister Carole (Tom) Haire.

A memorial service is being planned for later this summer in Seattle.