All Obituaries 

Tom Summerlin, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, drummer, and friend, passed away peacefully in Springfield, IL, on April 13th, surrounded by his loving family. He was 66 years young. Born in Atlanta GA, on March 7th 1958, Tom was the beloved son of Aurelia Watkins and Carter Summerlin AKA Diddy. Tom’s Stepfather, Dave Watkins was his hero. Tom cherished his siblings Lisa Summerlin, Jim Summerlin, and he is reunited in heaven with his brother Joe Summerlin. Tom was the devoted...

Jimmy Ross McRill, 73, of Springfield, IL passed away on Wednesday April 10, 2024. Jimmy was born in Mt. Vernon, IL on August 8, 1950 and was the son of Hubert and Ruby McRill. He was married to Mary McRill who he is still survived by. Jimmy enjoyed watching Illini Basketball, Calvary Basketball, and Chicago Cubs baseball. One of his favorite things to do was to attend as many of his kids and grandkids sporting events while they were growing up. He loved his family and he had an amazing...

Ralph Waldo Baker, Jr. 94, of Springfield, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024 at The Villas of Hollybrook in Springfield, IL. Ralph was born in Keokuk, IA, on March 8, 1930, the son of Ralph W. Baker Sr. and Blanche (Youngberg) Baker. He married Rose Marie Wilson on June12 1952 and she preceded him in death on April 4, 2021. Ralph enjoyed golfing, model airplanes and loved spending time with his family and traveling. He was a member of Sugar Creek United Methodist Church. He is...

Steven Wayne Leach, 80, of Springfield, passed away Monday, April 15, 2024, at Regency Care in Springfield. Steve was born July 3, 1943, in Springfield, Illinois, the son of Ralph and Alice Mae (Strode) Leach.  He married Nancy Lee Bischoff on August 6, 1966, in Granite City, Il. He was preceded in death by son Scott Leach and daughter Laurie Farmer. Steve graduated from Rochester High School and received his Accounting Degree from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale.  At...

Roseann Fry, 65, of Springfield, IL passed away on Monday April 8, 2024. Roseann was born in Springfield on May 6, 1958 and was the daughter of Harlen and Rosemary Fry. Cremation Services are being accorded through Ellinger-Kunz and Park Funeral Home in Springfield. Roseann’s family will be holding a Celebration of Life in the future.

Marvin Ray Fuller, 79, of Rochester, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 12, 2024 surrounded by his family at home, after a valiant battle with cancer. Marvin was born in rural Williamson County on October 31, 1944, the son of Kenneth and Bonnie (Stilley) Fuller. He married Wanda Grider and she preceded him in death in 1996. Marvin then married Pearl Snyder and she survives. Marvin served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War. He loved woodworking, serving in various churches as a...

Wesley Blackwell II, 56, of Mechanicsburg, passed away on Wednesday, April 10,2024 at St. John's Hospital in Springfield, Il Wesley is the son of Wesley and Janice Blackwell of Mechanicsburg. He was a Tri-City graduate of the class of 1986. He was a lifelong fan of the Cincinnati Reds Baseball. He loved outdoor photography, travelling, camping, fishing, and cooking. He is precedent in death by his mother Janice Blackwell He is survived by his Father, Wesley Blackwell, Sister Lori...

Frances Fran Beals, 91, of Rochester, passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at the Bridge Care Suites in Springfield. Frances was born on November 2, 1932, in Dietrich, IL. the daughter of Lawrence and Clara (Beckman) Goeckner. She married Robert Beals on April 4, 1959 and he preceded her in death in 2017. Frances was a graduate of Teutopolis High School. After graduating she went on to work for St. Anthony’s Hospital for 7 years and St. John’s Hospital for 30 years. Frances was...

Charles E. Douglas, 68, of Springfield, IL passed away on Monday April 8, 2024. Chuck was born in Springfield, IL on July 10, 1955 the son of Jack and Rosemary Douglas. He worked for the City Street Department of Springfield as an Engineer Tech. for 30 years before retiring. Chuck enjoyed fishing, boating, and bowling for fun while enjoying a can of Natural Light. However, family was the most important thing to Chuck. He loved being a father and a grandfather and taking his family on...

ROCHESTER – Dorothy Marie Pokora Roy, 94, of Rochester, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024, peacefully in her sleep at home. Dorothy was born on March 17, 1930, in Sangamon County, the daughter of Fred G. and Minnie (Ulm) Pokora.  She married William T. Roy on September 28, 1952, in Springfield. Dorothy worked at Pokora’s Grocery Store in Springfield in her younger years and later at Angelo’s Pizza, IDOT Food Service and at St. Joseph’s Home; however, more...