All Obituaries

Richard “Dick”  Wayland, age 92, of Quincy, Illinois, formerly of Colchester, passed away Friday, March 6, 2026, at the Illinois Veteran’s Home in Quincy. He was born July 11, 1933, in Colchester, to Jesse and Inza Reno Wayland.  Dick was united in marriage September 5, 1953, in Macomb to Virginia Lee Parker.  She preceded him in death October 26, 2006. He was also united in marriage to Dorothy Henness on May 2, 2016, in Macomb, she then preceded him on July ...

Ron E. McCoy, age 80, of Macomb, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at MDH in Macomb. He was born June 2, 1945, to Melvin and Elizabeth Noble McCoy. Ron was united in marriage on September 5, 1964, at the Fandon Christian Church to Rosa Depoy, she survives. Surviving to mourn Ron’s passing is his wife, Rosa McCoy, 2 daughters: Anita (Bill Smith) McCoy, Macomb, Rhonda (Brian) Peterson, Aransas Pass, Texas, 4 grandchildren: Brandi Utter, Megan (Bobby) Smith, Whitney Gooden, ...

Jack W. Wayland, age 84, of Macomb, Illinois, passed away Monday, March 2, 2026, at his home. He was born August 19, 1941, in Colchester, to Jesse and Inza Reno Wayland. Jack was united in marriage in 1991 in Macomb to Sherry Standard, she survives. Surviving to mourn Jack’s passing is his wife, Sherry Wayland, 3 sons: James Wesley (Kristen) Wayland, Rushville, Darin Lee (Cindy) Foster, Macomb, Damon Foster, Macomb, 2 daughters: Tammy Wayland Plutz, Las Vegas, Nevada, Jane Wayland ...

James “Jim” Bennett, 82, of Ashland, widower of Janis Bennett, went to be with his Lord on Monday morning, February 23, 2026, at Morning Pointe with his family by his side. Jim was born June 22, 1943, in Peoria, IL, to the late Vincent D. “Bud” Bennett and Zelma E. Stephens Bennett. Jim proudly served his country in the US Army.  Jim was a graduate of Illinois State University with a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.  He went on to work for Ashland ...

Wilma L. Williams age 78 of Blandinsville, passed away with her family at her side on Saturday, February 21, 2026.  She was born March 16, 1947 in LaHarpe, to Frank and Corrine Bistodeau Green.  Wilma was united in marriage December 28, 1968 in Macomb to Lyle Williams, he preceded her in death on September 26, 2004.  She then united in marriage on April 28, 2007 in Dallas City to Robert Williams.   Surviving to mourn her passing is her Husband: ...

Donald (Don) L. McSperritt age 89 of Adair, passed away with his family at his side on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at his home in Adair. He was born August 24, 1936, in Macomb, to John and Rowena Powell McSperritt. Don was united in marriage April 7, 1956, to Maralyn Skiles, they enjoyed 69 years together. She preceded him in death July 13, 2025. Surviving to mourn Don’s passing is  4 daughters: Diana (Tony) Hawkins, Nixa, Missouri, Debbie (Jeff) Martindale, McLean, Illinois, ...

Benjamin (Benny) L. James age 100, of Quincy, IL, formerly of Colchester, passed away Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at the Illinois Veterans Home in Quincy, IL. He was born February 9, 1926, in Macomb, to George and Mary Burton James. Benny was united in marriage May 4, 1952, in Colchester, to Elgin McCullough, she preceded him in death Thursday, December 15, 1988. Surviving to mourn Benny’s passing is 2 sons: Michael (Marjorie) James, Prairie City, IL, Sidney (Jennifer) James, ...

Max M. Melvin, 85, of Blandinsville, Illinois passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2026. Born on August 31, 1940, Max served in the U.S. Army Reserve from 1961 to 1966. He worked at Bouseman Auto Supply in Fountain Green, Caterpillar in Peoria, and the Macomb Block Plant.  Max was well known in his community as the local Toyota mechanic. Max was preceded in death by his parents, Noma (Pearce) Melvin and James Kent Melvin; his sister, Sandee (Stanley "Jeb") Pensinger; and his ...

Marilyn Ann Whitford age 79, of Macomb, passed away Monday, January 19, 2026, at the Elms Nursing home in Macomb.  She was born February 18, 1946, in Macomb, to Homer and Leota Phelps Fitzjarrald. Marilyn was united in marriage July 30, 1966, in Augusta, to Robert L. Whitford.  He preceded her in death on January 16, 2023.  She was also preceded in death by her parents, 1 granddaughter: Mindy Akers, and 1 sister: Barbara Steinhour. Marilyn is survived by her daughter: Sherry ...

Lloyd W. Ham, age 73 of Macomb, passed away Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Macomb Post Acute Care, in Macomb. He was born May 27, 1952, to Mr. and Mrs. Ray Ham in Macomb, IL. Surviving to mourn his passing is 2 daughters, 1 sister of Bushnell, and 2 cats: Callie and Little Bit.  Lloyd was preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers, and 1 sister. Lloyd was a member of the Church of Christ in Macomb. In his free time he loved to fish, watch cowboy movies and weave rugs. Lloyd worked ...