The New Herald News LLC. (2024)

LINCOLN, IL - Virgil William Barrigear Sr., 83, of Lincoln, IL, passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2024, at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield.Virgil was born April 7, 1941, in Augusta, IL, the son of William and Goldie Barrigear.Virgil is survived by his estranged son, Virgil W. Barrigear Jr.; nieces, Linda Kay Dickey of Decatur, IL, Nancey (Doug) Diemer of Zeeland, MI; and Sandy Dickey of Lincoln, IL; nephews, Willis L. (Michelle) Dickey of Stonington, IL, Eugene (Jennifer) Dickey of Pana, IL, and Jeffrey Dickey of Anna, IL; and lots of great-nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Oscar Barrigear, Eugene Barrigear, Linda Dickey, Earnest Barrigear, Gaylord Barrigear, Joe Casley, Reuben Lang, Cora Lang; and sister-in-law, Carol Barrigear.Virgil enjoyed fishing, biking, family time, and most of all he was a diehard Cardinals fan.A graveside service for Virgil will be held at 1:30 pm on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at New Union Cemetery in Lincoln. Memorials may be made in Virgil’s name to his family. Arrangements have been entrusted to Fricke-Calvert-Schrader Funeral Home in Lincoln.

MT. PULASKI, IL - Lois E. Schahl, 96, of Mt. Pulaski, IL, passed away at 2:02 A.M. Sunday June 30, 2024, at Vonderlieth Living Center.Funeral Arrangements are currently pending at Fricke-Calvert-Schrader Funeral Home in Mt. Pulaski.

HEYWORTH, IL – Daniel L. Billington, 75, of Heyworth, passed away at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center on Friday, June 28, 2024.Graveside services for Daniel will be held at Randolph Township Cemetery, rural Heyworth, on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at 10:00 a.m, with Pastor John Horner officiating. Cremation Rites have been accorded.Daniel Leslie Billington was born December 26, 1948, in Lincoln, the son of Harold Leslie and Mildred A. Hulvey Billington.Daniel is survived by his mother, Mildred; sister, Dixie (Kendall Ferguson) Percival; and brother-in-law, Rex Griffin, and his significant other and best friend Shizuko Kindred of Atlanta. She never left his side when he became seriously ill. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by son Todd, brother Dennis Billington, sister Delora Griffin, and his father, Harold.Daniel was a 1966 graduate of Trioka "Hittle Township” High School in Armington and then the U of I Police Training Institute. He had worked for the McLean County Circuit Clerk, and as a McLean County Sheriff’s Deputy and for ISU Police prior to serving as the Heyworth Police Chief for 17 years. Daniel had also worked for the Bloomington Pantagraph and LDC. He was a member of the Armington Christian Church and enjoyed playing music, specifically the guitar and mandolin at various events and VFW and Nursing Homes.Memorials may be made to Heyworth Ambulance.Final arrangements are entrusted with Quiram-Peasley Funeral Home of Atlanta.

LINCOLN, IL - Barbara Ruth McLaughlin Schroder, 80, passed away June 28, 2024, to the great unknown. I choose to believe her energy and spirit are ever present, even if she did not while on this earth. This is the story of Barb as summarized by her loving daughter. Barb was born October 24, 1943, to Thelma Mae Wolgamot and Edward Joseph McLaughlin in Napa, California. Barb was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years David W. Schroder. She was the second of nine children and was preceded in death by siblings Mary Ellen, Patrick (daughter Kelly), Mike (sons Tom, Danny and Joe) and Kevin. She is survived by her children Jennifer (Bobby Champion), grandchildren Anthony and Joseph and their father Steve DiPasquale- all of Lincoln, and son Andrew (Candace) of Champaign. Babs is also survived by siblings Marcia (daughter Cassie), Mark (spouse Marcia and children Mandy, Ryan and Meridith), Joe and Jean.Barb moved frequently as a child (nine grade schools!) until the family settled in Moline, Illinois. She graduated from Illinois State University. Mom’s favorite treat was the occasional chocolate marshmallow shake from Country Style just a few blocks from the family home. Anyone traveling to this area… I will take a frozen Butterfinger malt made with chocolate soft serve. Hey - don’t get all sensitive, she is dead, and I am not.Barb was first a Librarian at Lincoln College where she met great lifelong friends (Phyllis E.), then worked her way through getting a Master’s Degree in Special Education at ISU while working full-time and raising two small children in Lincoln, IL. She then taught English, Spelling, Reading, and Penmanship (yeah - that used to be a "thing”) at Carroll Catholic grade school where I was lucky enough to have her as a teacher. Barb then moved on to work for a short while at Lincoln Developmental Center before transferring to the Lincoln Prison to be a Pre-GED, GED, and "Pre-Start” (interviewing, how to fill out applications, and other basic skills for transition) instructor. Co-workers nicknamed her "Sassy Barb” (Ask Jenna M. for stories). After about 20 years Barb retired and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and traveling quite extensively with her husband David.Barb played in a softball league for many years in Lincoln and while she enjoyed the activity it was mostly about making friendships and the after-game socializing (Jan M. can fill you in). After retirement, Mom volunteered for many years in the baby room at Christian Child Care where she met many ladies and enjoyed the camaraderie (Betty A. can fill you in).Mom was sharp as a tack and had a wicked sense of humor. She loved culture, museums, plays, movies, and devouring lots and lots of books! She had a great sense of style and enjoyed shopping. Barb could crack any word puzzle and never finished a game of Scrabble with less than 300 points. Mom was always silently (or not so silently) correcting your grammar. Barb valiantly battled cancer this past year and went through surgery, radiation, and tube-feeding. She recovered from all three traumas just to get better for two weeks and then get another steaming plate "o” poo. I can see her eyes rolling at my crass sense of humor and usage of the English language. Well… that’s what you get for raising kids on Monty Python, Dr. Who, Mad Magazine, National Lampoon, board games, PBS, lots of awesome family vacations, obscure art, and movie references.Momma, Andrew and I are truly grateful that you did your absolute best and loved us to the full extent of your heart. As you said repeatedly, you had a wonderful life and really didn’t have anything to complain about.We are so happy and blessed that you were able to spend your last days in your own home with family. It was NOT a Mediterranean cruise (phhhhh!). Bon voyage on your last trip Mamacita! Your love will never die.No funeral per Barb’s wishes. Fricke-Calvert-Schrader has been entrusted with cremation services. Memorial donations in Barb’s name can be made to the Humane Society of Logan County.

LINCOLN, IL - Lillian M. Heins, 105, of Lincoln, IL., passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Vonderleith Nursing Home in Mt. Pulaski, IL.Lillian was born December 3, 1918, near Altamont, IL., the daughter of Albert and Ida (Leppin) Haseley. She married Walter F. Heins on June 16, 1946, In Lincoln, IL. He preceded her in death on April 20, 1996. Lillian is survived by her daughter Nancy (Heins) Wyner of Lincoln, IL., two grandsons: Jonathan Andrew Wyner of Lincoln, IL., and Adam Lewis Wyner (Samantha) of San Francisco, CA, granddaughter Heather Marie (Heins) Hartung (Graham); two great grandchildren Wolfric Hartung and Gretel Hartung.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, four brothers: Wilbert, Arthur, Vernon, and Melvin, sister Velma, son Robert W. Heins, grandson Matthew Heins, and granddaughter Amanda Louise Heins.Lillian was a life long member of Zion Lutheran Church in Lincoln, IL., very active in the Ladies Aid Society and the Rug Group. She was a homemaker who enjoyed gardening, baking, sewing, and quilting. She was a long-standing member of the Quilters at Heart Guild, creating well over 100 beautiful award-winning heirloom quilts.Services for Lillian will be at 11:00 AM Monday, July 1, 2024, at Zion Lutheran Church with Rev. Mark Thompson officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service (10:00 - 11:00) also at the church. Burial at New Union Cemetery will follow the service.Holland Barry & Bennett Funeral Home is assisting the family.Memorial donations may be made in Lillian's name to Zion Lutheran Church or to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

LINCOLN, IL - Georgia Horchem, 76, of Lincoln, passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at home surrounded by her loving family. Cremation rites have been accorded by Holland Barry & Bennett Funeral Home. There will be no services at this time.Georgia was born April 3, 1948, in Lincoln, IL., the daughter of Glen Gill and Helen (Harden) Gill. She married Larry Horchem on July 1, 1968. He preceded her in death on September 22, 2013. She enjoyed reading and spending time with her grandchildren.Survivors include her children: Gregory Horchem (Sara), Janet Krause (Kevin), and Christopher Scott Horchem (Amber), daughter in law Jackie Horchem; 12 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild; brother Rex Gill, brother Roger Gill, and sister Dorothy Dambacher. Several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends also survive.She was preceded in death by her parents, son Rodney Horchem, and several siblings.Memorial donations may be made to Elara Caring Hospice.

LINCOLN, IL - Judith Ann Vincent, 83, of Lincoln, IL, gained her angel wings and started dancing in Heaven on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at OSF St. Joseph Hospital, surrounded by her family.Judy was born on May 30, 1941, in Lincoln, IL, to Harry and Lois Sank. She married Marvin Vincent in 1961. He preceded her in death on April 17, 1981. She missed him every day since then and could not wait for the day when she could see him again.Judy was a wild one that could not be tamed. She drew people in with her fun and crazy personality. She could make you smile and laugh just with her presence - hence why she had so many friends. Judy would cross oceans for those she loved.Judy loved Jesus, going to church, her church family, all of her nieces and nephews, sweet tea, traveling to see friends and family, going out to eat, and so much more. Above all else, she lived for her daughter, son, granddaughters, and great grandkids. None of them went a day without their good morning text from mom/grandma. Judy would walk through fire for them, and everyone knew it. She never missed a birthday "spaghetti dinner” party, a WLB basketball game, or a Lincoln youth football game.Judy was so special to every single person who knew her and had a way of making each person feel so special too.She leaves behind her daughter, Diana Barlow; son and daughter-in-law, Brian (Valerie) Vincent; granddaughters, Madison (Clint) Awe, Ashleigh (Matt) Flynn, Alexandra Flynn, and Brook Vincent; great-grandchildren, McClane, Crew, and Aggie Awe, Matthew and Kinsley Carver, as well as several grand-dogs and grand-cats. Judy also leaves behind many special nieces, nephews, and friends.Judy could not wait to be reunited with her husband, Marv; her parents; brothers, Don and Carl; sisters-in-law, Helen and June; her nephews, Mike Druien, Danny Druien, and Gene Vincent; mom and dad Vincent; and many more special friends.Services for Judy will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, July 1, 2024, at Fricke-Calvert-Schrader Funeral Home in Lincoln, IL. Visitation will take place two hours prior from 9:00 am - 11:00 am also at the funeral home. Burial will follow the service at Zion Cemetery in Lincoln. Memorials may be made in Judy’s name to the American Cancer Society or the Humane Society of Logan County.

TAMPA, FL – Thomas Robert "Tom” Aue, 72, of Tampa, FL, formerly of Lincoln, IL, passed away on June 22, 2024, at St. Joseph Hospital in Tampa, FL.Tom was born on November 29, 1951, in Terre Haute, IN, the son of Robert and Mary Ann (Holmes) Aue.Tom is survived by his brothers, Tim Aue and Steve "Hacker” (Elaine) Aue; nephews, Ryan (Charissa), Justin and Nathan Aue; nieces, Amy (Troy) Brown and Kristan (John) Pridemore; and his great nieces and nephews, Brayton and Braylee Brown, Piper and Mia Pridemore, and Tate Aue.He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and niece, Robyn Aue.Tom graduated from Lincoln Community High School and then attended Western Illinois University. He worked at GTE in Bloomington, IN, and then moved to Tampa after retiring. Tom worked as a concierge at Tampa Museum of Art.The family wishes to give special thanks to all of Tom’s Tampa friends; in particular, Richard Mackey, whose friendship was unwavering.Per Tom’s request, a Sunday brunch in Tampa for family and friends will be held at a later date.

ATHENS, AL - David E. Amerson, 84, formerly of Lincoln, IL, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024, at Huntsville Hospital in Huntsville, Alabama.Funeral and graveside services were held on Sunday, June 23, 2024, in Athens, AL. A private family memorial gathering will be held on Friday, June 28 at Jefferson Street Christian Church in Lincoln, IL."Dave” was born May 4, 1940, in Alabama to Ronald Gray Amerson & Mary Eunice (Barnett) Amerson, who preceded him in death. He and his first wife, Dolly, moved north to Indianapolis right after graduating high school. They have one daughter, Carolina Amerson (spouse, Carlton); a granddaughter, Cortnee Nicole Womack (spouse, Joey); and a grandson, Christian David Tuttle (spouse, Hailey). And great grandchildren: Elliott, Dominic, and Gabrielle Womack; Clara & Kinsey Tuttle.On November 1, 1981, Dave married Reba J. (Ridge) Smith, and they were happily married for over forty years. Reba preceded Dave in death on March 15, 2022. Together, Dave & Reba lived in Bloomington, Indiana and Lincoln, Illinois, as well as winters in McAllen, Texas. Surviving are Reba’s three children who honor Dave as their father: Sally (Steve) Smiley, Lithia, FL; Patrick (Terri) Smith, Rushville, IN; Craig J. (Brenda) Smith, Chillicothe, IL.Grandchildren with Reba who referred to Dave as "Grandpa Dave” include: Justin (Jackie) Smiley, Sarah (Anthony) Harrison; Craig C. (Sarah) Smith, Tyler (Brittany) Smith, Peter S. Smith, Johntel (Megan) Smith, Latisha Burton, Alesha (Joseph) Smith, Charmion (Jordan) Ford, Jordan Smith, Casey (Cameron) Smith; Tyson (Emily) Smith, Tanner (Alexa) Smith, Josiah Smith, Mikayla Smith, and Devin (Brienna) Smith.Great grandchildren with Reba include: Laila, Hazel, Eden, and Jemma Smiley; Liam Harrison; Ellie, Jack, and Cooper Smith; Kylee Fowle, Owen King; Kaiden Burton, Pierce Mclintic; Romi Greene; Chloe and Ares Ford; Andre Smith; Oliver and Hannah Smith; Dane, Ellowyn, and Emery Smith; and Adalee Smith.Dave was also preceded in death by great grandson Aaron Harrison.For his career, Dave was a truck driver who delivered liquid oxygen to hospitals across the state of Indiana. One of Dave’s hobbies was playing his guitars with his brother, James, and with friends. He was in a band for many years "picking and singing and grinning”. After marrying Reba, Dave became an avid golfer, and together, they enjoyed playing new golf courses whenever they traveled. Together, Dave and Reba traveled to all 50 states as well as making a trip to the Holy Land of Israel. He was a follower of Jesus Christ, so seeing and walking where Jesus walked on this earth mattered much to Dave.Dave was a member of Smithville Christian Church and Sherwoods Oaks Christian Church (Bloomington, IN); and Jefferson Street Christian Church (Lincoln, IL) and an adopted member of several other church families where his children served in vocational ministries.Dave enjoyed riding his 3-wheel adult tricycle. His signature scent was Old Spice. And it would be impossible to calculate the number of ballgames: baseball, basketball, football…, soccer and wrestling matches, cross-country and track meets, choral and band concerts, golf tournaments, horse shows, gymnastics events, church musicals, etc.… that Grandpa Dave attended in support of his children and grandchildren.

LINCOLN, IL - Donna G. Robinson, 74, of Lincoln, passed away June 23, 2024, at Lincoln Village Healthcare.Visitation will be from 5-7 PM on Friday, June 28, 2024, at Holland Barry & Bennett Funeral Home.Donna was born January 20, 1950, in Princeton, IL., the daughter of Leo Evelhoch and Abigail (Croissant) Evelhoch. She married Michael Robinson in 1982. Donna worked for 35 years at Lincoln Developmental Center and then for a few years at the Lincoln Courier. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting and doing word puzzles. Her grand daughter and two great grandsons were the light of her life.Survivors include her husband Michael "Mick" Robinson, son Matthew Garrison (Cindy Prescott), granddaughter Kayla Wilson (Jordan), great grandsons Hudson Wilson and Benson Wilson, mother-in-law Wava Robinson, sister-in-law Fern Evelhoch and sister-in-law Wanda Winebrinner (Perry). Several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends also survive.She was preceded in death by her parents, her son Allen Liesman, and brothers Robert Evelhoch and Thomas Evelhoch.Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.