FRANKLIN WOODROW STARK
Franklin Woodrow Stark, aged 90 years, made it to his final destination when he passed into Heaven on March 9th, 2025. There, he met many who had gone before him,…
Obituaries
Rex Davis
Rex Olin Davis, age 88, of Springfield, and formerly of Mason and Effingham, died at 11:35 a.m. Monday, September 11, 2023 at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield. He was born August 11, 1935 in Watson, the son of Chan William and Tracy Beatrice Parker Davis. He married Norma “Naydene” Newton on June 15, 1962 in Mt. Sterling, and she survives. Mr. Davis was a teacher and served as high school basketball coach for the Beardstown, Crete-Monee and Robinson School Districts for several years. Rex graduated from Altamont High School with the class of 1953 and then attended Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, where he received his bachelor of science degree in education in 1960. Rex continued his education at Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville receiving a master of science degree in education in 1969.
Ronald Hoenes
Ronald Hoenes, 82, of Beardstown, died on Thursday, September 14, 2023, at his home. He was born on June 17, 1941, in Hannibal, Missouri, the son of Paul and Iris Ithema (Pollard) Hoenes. He married Faye Yackley on July 14, 1963, and she survives.In addition to his wife, Faye, he is survived by his sons: Jeff (Wanda) Hoenes, Vern (Vickey) Hoenes, Cliff (Melinda) Hoenes; grandchildren: Nathan (Jenny) Hoenes, Shayla (Matt) Miller, Caleb Hoenes, Alex Taylor, Oliver Hoenes, Colt Hoenes, Braxton Hoenes, Jade Hoenes; Great-Grandchildren: Jayla Tennyson, Cannon Hoenes, Creed Hoenes, Emmett Miller; and Siblings: Donna (Jack) Thornburg, Rendell (Teri) Hoenes, Dennis (Sue) Hoenes, and David Hoenes.He was preceded in death by his parents, and one grandchild: Jackson Hea.After graduating from Palmyra High School in Missouri, he went to work for Bleigh Construction in Palmyra, Missouri. Soon after eventually retired early.
Charles Akin, Jr.
Charles J. Akin, Jr., 85, of Rushville, died at 7:47 p.m. on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield.He was born February 11, 1938 in Pittsfield, the son of Charles, Sr. and Alene Burke Akin. He married Vivian Eileen Jockisch on October 4, 1964 in Rushville and she preceded him in death on March 22, 2007. Mr. Akin worked for Oscar Mayer in Beardstown for 20 years and was also engaged in farming. Later in life he owned and operated Akin Lawn Care and Clean Up with his son, Randy. Charles graduated from Perry High School with the class of 1957. Mr. Akin was of the Christian faith. He always enjoyed fishing and truly loved the time spent with his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Survivors
William “Mike” Lynn
William “Mike” Lynn, 79, of Virginia, died Monday, Sept. 18, 2023, at his home. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Janet; one son, “Billy Mike” of Chandlerville; one daughter, Ann Iberg of Virginia; two grandsons, Cody and Bryce Iberg of Highland; and one brother, Ron Lynn of Virginia. He was preceded in death by his parents, William “Fat” and Frances Lynn; and one brother, Tom. Mike farmed for a lot of years and had a trucking business. He trucked for Chevron Commercial, delivering roll backs and wreckers. He was a Vietnam Veteran, belonging to VFW Post #1239 of Beardstown. Mike loved his grandsons, watching them show pigs and play football.
Joseph “Joe” Willis
Joseph “Joe” Willis, 86, of Ashland, died at 12:35 am, Wednesday, September 6, 2023, at Bridge Care Suites. He was born April 21, 1937 in Springfield, to Emmett and Katherine Sutherd Willis.
Survivors include two cousins, Mary (Jim) Launer of Modesto and Kay Maddox Compardo of Springfield and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Robert and Jack Willis.
Joe was a US Army Veteran and served from June 1956 – June 1958. He lived his entire life on the family farm and retired as a carpenter.
Elaine Prough
Elaine Prough, 75, of Arenzville passed away September 18. She was born December 21, 1948 in Dallas, Tx, the daughter of John and Elizabeth Hay. She became the proud wife of Jim Prough on July 30, 1992. She is survived by her husband, Jim, daughter, Jacquie (Tim) Meyer, son, John Prough, grandchildren, Megan (Zach) Chenault, JD (Bianca) Clement, Jordan (Arely) Meyer, great-grandchildren, Weston, Chloe, Zoey, and another great -grandson on the way. She is also survived by several cousins, nieces, and nephews. Elaine was a friend to all and didn’t know a stranger. She loved to travel and especially loved the ocean. She loved all animals, eating grits, knitting, visiting with friends, experimenting with new recipes, and reporting to Arenzville as Snow Patrol 1. She had such a passion for life. However, nothing meant more to her than being a wife, mother, and nana.
Tena Seymour
Tena Jo Seymour, 69 of Beardstown, died Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy.
She was born July 16, 1954, in Rushville, the daughter of Roger and Delores (Campbell) Skiles. She married Richard Seymour on December 31, 1976 in Beardstown and he preceded her in death on October 12, 2012.
Elizabeth “Betty” Sinnock
Elizabeth Anne “Betty” Sinnock, 91 of Havana and formerly of Beardstown, died Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at Mason City Area Nursing Home.
She was born February 28, 1932, in Dayton, OH, the daughter of Speedy T. and Lois Henderson Wherley Huffman. She married Robert K. Sinnock on August 24, 1952 and he preceded her in death on October 13, 2017.
Dr. Atwood Jackson Huff III
Dr. Atwood Jackson Huff III, 67, of Jacksonville, died on September 7th, 2023, at Missouri Baptist Hospital in St. Louis, MO.
Atwood was born on February 18, 1956, in Fort Meade, MD, to Atwood Jackson Huff II and Mary Anne Atkins. Atwood married Gena Rochester on October 18, 1996.
He is survived by his wife, Gena Lyn Rochester-Huff of Jacksonville, and two children, Emily Lyn Huff of St. Louis, MO, and Atwood Jackson Huff IV of Edwardsville. He is also survived by his mother, Mary Anne Atkins-Huff of Roanoke, VA, and his sister, Anne (Ben) Huff-Mays of Fort Worth, TX. Atwood was fond of his niece, Laura (Tanner) Mays-Bauer of Austin, TX, and their three girls; and his nephew, Daniel (Katie) Mays of Lynchburg, VA, and their two boys.