ᐅ Illinois Death Notices 2009-2024
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▰ James E Watrach, Sr

Died March 13, … More Information
James E Watrach, Sr went into the presence of the Lord on March 13, 2016 in Huntley, Illinois. Tags: #Rita
Obituary: James passed away on , 13, 2016. James was a resident of Huntley, Illinois at the time of passing. James was married to Rita.

▰ Mr John J Wator

Died May 31, … More Information
Mr John J Wator, born January 25, 1928 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord May 31, 2015 in Frankfort, Illinois. Mr was 87. Tags: #Roseland #Pullman #Orland #Anna #Smets #John #Wator #James #Diane #Susan #Dilley #Jaquess #Andrea #Paladino #Angela #Mark #Katie #Nicholas #Emma #Daniel #Eric #Audrey #Joseph #Knox #Robert #Albert #Kulig #Helen #Woryn #Jacob #Pullmnan #League #Mokena #Knights #Columbus #Church #Frankfort #Kurtz #Chapel #Catholic #Trail #Mass #Christian #Good #Vitas #Tinley
Obituary: John J. Wator
age 87, of Frankfort, IL., formerly of Roseland/West Pullman area, passed away on , May 31st, 2015 in Orland Park, IL. Beloved husband of 65 years to Anna nee Smets; loving father of John A. (Vicki) Wator, James J. (Joan) Wator, Diane C. Vanderpool, and Susan M. (Mark) Dilley; cherished grandfather of John N. (Shalana Jaquess) Wator, Andrea J. (Robert B.) Paladino, Angela D. Wator, Mark J. Wator, Katie A. Dilley, Nicholas E. Dilley, Emma C. Vanderpool, Daniel F. Vanderpool, Eric M. Dilley, Audrey A. Vanderpool, and Joseph M. Dilley; and great-grandfather of Knox Wator and Robert Paladino; dear brother of Anna (late Albert) Kulig, late Helen (late John) Woryn, and Jacob (Marianne) Wator; also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. John graduated from Pullmnan Tech class of 1946, and coached the Roseland Little League from 1959 to 1966. He was a 50 year employee of M.H. Dietrick Co. in Mokena, member of the Knights of Columbus 3rd degree, and member and usher at St. Anthony Church in Frankfort. Family will receive friends on 5, 2015 from 3:00PM until 9:00PM at Kurtz Memorial Chapel, 65 Old Frankfort Way, Frankfort Il 60423. service , 6, 2015 with chapel prayers at 9:30 AM to St. Anthony Catholic Church, 7695 W. Sauk Trail, Frankfort, IL 60423 for a 10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial. Interment Good Shepherd Catholic , Orland Park, IL. In lieu of flowers, donations to Vitas Hospice, 8525 183rd St., Tinley Park, IL would be appreciated. For info (815)806-2225 or www.kurtzmemorialchapel.com

▰ Mary Ann Wator

Died January 01, … More Information

▰ Elva M (Fagan) Waton

Died May 16, … More Information
Elva M (Fagan) Waton, age 95 of Mt Vernon, Illinois, left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home May 16, 2000.
Obituary published: May 17, 2000 in "Canton Repository (OH)"

▰ Richard Ludd Watne

Died July 08, … More Information
Richard Ludd Watne, of Sandwich, Illinois, entered Heaven's gates on July 8, 2006. Richard was 70.
Obituary published: July 09, 2006 in "The Beacon News"

▰ Richard Ludd Watne

Died June 23, … More Information
Richard Ludd Watne, of Sandwich, Illinois, went to be with the Lord on June 23, 2006. Richard was 70.
Obituary published: June 24, 2006 in "The Beacon News"

▰ Richard Ludd Watne

Died June 21, … More Information
Richard Ludd Watne, 70, of Sandwich, Illinois departed this life June 21, 2006.
Obituary published: June 22, 2006 in "The Beacon News"

▰ Maureen (Johnson) Watmough

Died June 21, … More Information
Maureen (Johnson) Watmough left this earth on June 21, 2018 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Illinois.
Obituary published: June 22, 2018 in "Chicago T"

▰ Sandra C (Mall) Watman

Died March 14, … More Information
Sandra C (Mall) Watman, age 73 of Illinois, went to be with her Lord and Savior March 14, 2008.
Obituary published: March 15, 2008 in "Chicago T"

▰ Bella R (Finkel) Watman

Died May 04, … More Information
Bella R (Finkel) Watman, a resident of Illinois for decades, died May 4, 2004 in Illinois at the age of 77.
Obituary published: May 05, 2004 in "Oak Leaves"

▰ William S Watlock

Died June 22, … More Information
William S Watlock, born November 29, 1940 entered into eternal rest June 22, 2017 in Illinois. William was 76.

▰ Joyce L Watley

Died July 31, … More Information
Joyce L Watley died unexpectedly on July 31, 2002 at the age of 56 in Illinois.
Obituary published: August 01, 2002 in "Chicago T"

▰ James J Watley

Died February 22, … More Information
James J Watley, born July 30, 1979 died February 22, 2013 in Stickney, Illinois. James was 33.
Family members and close friends: , Patty Herres, Jose Laboy, Liz Newman, Angela Mugnaini/roe, Tanya Tucker, Bill Field, Samantha Ruffner/ Grayson, Jacqueline Miller, Patrick Bailey, Sarah Smith, Sammy Aleman, Rick Bonelli, Lisa Gallegos, Deb K, Vincent Lindwall, Nicole Strawser, Margaret Jablonska, Hardy & Sharon Johnson, Mary Wilson, Virginia And Peter Vagt, Colleen Belmonte, Katie Roberson, Lauren Ratliff, Leah Gamble, Paula Steiskal

▰ Keith G Watland

Died September 01, … More Information
Keith G Watland died unexpectedly on September 1, 2007 at the age of 91 in Kankakee, Illinois.
Obituary published: September 02, 2007 in "Chicago T"

▰ Donald Walter Watland

Died January 26, … More Information
Donald Walter Watland, of Ottawa, Illinois, entered eternal life January 26, 2005. Donald was 60.
Obituary published: January 27, 2005 in "OttawaDT"

▰ Alan Wayne Watland

Died September 03, … More Information
Alan Wayne Watland, age 51 of Joliet, Illinois, died on September 3, 2002.
Obituary published: September 04, 2002 in "OttawaDT"

▰ Patricia Ruth "Poppy" (Besterfield) Watkinson

Died May 07, … More Information
Patricia Ruth "Poppy" (Besterfield) Watkinson, of Illinois, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before Patricia May 7, 2019. Patricia was 73.
Obituary published: May 08, 2019 in "Chicago T"

▰ Michael D Watkinson

Died April 22, … More Information
Michael D Watkinson, of Bluford, Illinois, departed this life Sunday April 22, 2002. Michael was 47.
Obituary published: April 23, 2002 in "Register-News"

▰ Archie M (Watkins) "Pig" Watkins-Taylor

Died March 20, … More Information
Archie M (Watkins) "Pig" Watkins-Taylor, of Illinois, born in York, Mississippi, entered eternal life March 20, 2009. Archie was 62.
Obituary published: March 21, 2009 in "Journal Star"

▰ Willa Beatrice (Watkins) Watkins-Rogers

Died March 28, … More Information
Willa Beatrice (Watkins) Watkins-Rogers, of Illinois, born in Mississippi, joined the Lord March 28, 2001. Willa was 69.
Obituary published: March 29, 2001 in "News-Gazette"

▰ Virginia Watkins-Nichols

Died June 08, … More Information
Virginia Watkins-Nichols, age 80 of Pontiac, Illinois, entered the Kingdom of Heaven June 8, 2004.
Obituary published: June 09, 2004 in "CentraliaMS"

▰ Barbara Sue (Conover) [Watkins] Watkins-Frye

Died September 14, … More Information
Barbara Sue (Conover) [Watkins] Watkins-Frye, of Illinois, born in Missouri, joined the Lord September 14, 2014. Barbara was 75.
Obituary published: September 15, 2014 in "Pekin DT"

▰ Barbara Sue (Conover) [Watkins] Watkins-Frye

Died September 16, … More Information
Barbara Sue (Conover) [Watkins] Watkins-Frye, age 75 of Illinois, born in Kennett, Missouri, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home September 16, 2014.
Obituary published: September 17, 2014 in "Journal Star"

▰ Barbara Sue (Conover) [Watkins] Watkins-Frye

Died September 15, … More Information
Barbara Sue (Conover) [Watkins] Watkins-Frye, of Illinois, born in Missouri, passed from this life on September 15, 2014. Barbara was 75.
Obituary published: September 16, 2014 in "Journal Star"

▰ Barbara S Watkins-Frye

Died September 14, … More Information
Barbara S Watkins-Frye, born October 18, 1938 departed this life Sunday September 14, 2014 in Pekin, Illinois. Barbara was 75. Tags: #Billy #Watkins #Together #Sheila #Gunzenheiser #Pekin #Perry #Jackson #Sara #Garber #Manito #Lori #Merritt #Bill #Peoria #James #Groveland #Also #Conover #Dennis #Carma #Linda #Lincoln #Heaven #Greg #Sherry #Kenneth #Alesia #Brian #Barb #Creve #Christian #Good #Time #Nick #Pastor #Plunkett #Visitation #Preston- #Crematory #Burial #Glendale #Gardens #Rainbows #Preschool #South #Avenue
Obituary:
PEKIN ~ Barbara Sue Watkins-Frye, 75, of Pekin, passed away and joined the Lord on , 14, 2014 while surrounded by the family she loved so much.

Born 18, 1938 in Kennett, MO to Pete and Sally Mae (Williams) Conover, she was the oldest of seven children. She married Billy Joe Watkins on 8, 1954.  Together they had four children, Sheila (Brian) Gunzenheiser of Pekin, Perry (Gina) Watkins of Jackson, MI, Sara (Dan) Garber of Manito and Lori (Sam) Merritt of Pekin.  Bill preceded her in death on 30, 1988 in Peoria.

She later married James E. Frye on 8, 2000, with whom she shared the love of fifteen grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren.  He preceded her in death on 3, 2011 in Groveland.

Also surviving are three brothers, Jim (Judie) Conover, Dennis (Tammy) Conover and Rob (Mary Ann) Conover, all of Pekin and two sisters, Carma Nash of Pekin and Linda Jones of Lincoln.

She also was preceded in death by and reunited in Heaven with her parents; her son-in-law, Greg Ringenberger; her sister, Sherry Conover; her brother-in-law, Kenneth Nash; her sister-in-law, Alesia Conover and a nephew, Brian Jones.

Barb retired from Pekin Hospital in 1996.

She was a loving member of Creve Coeur Christian Church.  She had an enormous love for God, her country and fried chicken.  Barb was an enthusiastic teacher on how to live a moral and productive life to all that knew her.  Her favorite saying was “God is Good” expecting a response of “All the Time.”

Her funeral will be at 10 a.m. , 19, 2014 at Creve Coeur Christian Church. Pastor Nick Oyler and Pastor John Plunkett will officiate.  Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. at Preston-Hanley s & Crematory in Pekin.  Burial will be in Glendale Memorial Gardens in Pekin.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Rainbows End Preschool, 101 South Thorncrest Avenue, Creve Coeur, IL 61610

To express condolences online, visit www.preston-hanley.com

“GOD IS GOOD” (ALL THE TIME)

▰ Barbara S Watkins-Frye

Died September 14, … More Information
Barbara S Watkins-Frye, born October 18, 1938 was anxious to meet her Maker and Master September 14, 2014 in Pekin, Illinois. Barbara was 75.
Family members and close friends: , Pam Polites, Janet Mann, Jim & Judie Conover, Sandi Park, Jeanie ( Jackson ) Ackerman, Danielle Martin, Ann Hagemann, Penny Perino Stoehr

▰ Willie Ballard "Fish" Watkins

Died August 16, … More Information
Willie Ballard "Fish" Watkins, age 55 of Illinois, born in Tennessee, passed from this world into the next August 16, 2006.
Obituary published: August 17, 2006 in "Journal Star"

▰ William Eli Watkins

Died August 18, … More Information
William Eli Watkins, of Carbondale, Illinois, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before William August 18, 2010. William was 64.
Obituary published: August 19, 2010 in "County Journal"

▰ William E Watkins

Died April 14, … More Information
William E Watkins, of Illinois, born in Maplewood, Missouri, passed from this life on April 14, 2009. William was 95.
Obituary published: April 15, 2009 in "Journal Star"

▰ William D Watkins

Died May 10, … More Information
William D Watkins, born February 18, 1932 departed this life Sunday May 10, 2016 in Springfield, Illinois. William was 84.

▰ Warren R Watkins

Died September 10, … More Information
Warren R Watkins, age 68 of Peoria, Illinois, entered Heaven's gates on September 10, 2013.
Obituary published: September 11, 2013 in "Journal Star"

▰ Warren J Watkins

Died March 23, … More Information
Warren J Watkins, age 88 of Illinois, born in Riverside, Iowa, died on March 23, 2012.
Obituary published: March 24, 2012 in "Journal Star"

▰ Walter L "Jack" Watkins

Died June 16, … More Information
Walter L "Jack" Watkins, of Quincy, Illinois, passed from this world into the next June 16, 1999. Walter was 72.
Obituary published: June 17, 1999 in "Springfield J-R"

▰ W H Watkins

Died December 20, … More Information
W H Watkins went into the presence of the Lord on December 20, 1903 in Cairo, Illinois.
Obituary published: December 21, 1903 in "Cincinnati E/P (OH)"

▰ Vivian L (Gilbert) Watkins

Died September 26, … More Information
Vivian L (Gilbert) Watkins died unexpectedly on September 26, 2003 at the age of 83 in Beardstown, Illinois.
Obituary published: September 27, 2003 in "State J-R"

▰ Virginia Marthens Watkins

Died November 23, … More Information
Virginia Marthens Watkins, age 98 of Champaign, Illinois, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home November 23, 2010.
Obituary published: November 24, 2010 in "News-Gazette"

▰ Virginia (Marthens) Watkins

Died November 24, … More Information
Virginia (Marthens) Watkins, of Illinois, born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, died on November 24, 2010. Virginia was 98.
Obituary published: November 25, 2010 in "News-Gazette"

▰ Virgil Wayne Watkins

Died June 27, … More Information
Virgil Wayne Watkins, age 90 of Pekin, Illinois, entered eternal life June 27, 2007.
Obituary published: June 28, 2007 in "Pekin DT"

▰ Virgil W Watkins

Died June 26, … More Information
Virgil W Watkins, born October 27, 1916 entered the Kingdom of Heaven June 26, 2007 in Pekin, Illinois. Virgil was 90.

▰ Vernon E Watkins

Died January 23, … More Information
Vernon E Watkins, of Carbondale, Illinois, entered eternal life January 23, 2008. Vernon was 81.
Obituary published: January 24, 2008 in "Anna G-D"

▰ Vernon Watkins

Died December 01, … More Information
Vernon Watkins, born May 23, 1933 entered eternal life December 1, 2014 in Lacon, Illinois. Vernon was 81. Tags: #Emden #Vernon #Mary #Watkins #Army #Korean #Judy #Buda #Belgian #Deborah #Wayne #Shelton #Henry #Sheila #Scherder #Peoria #Scot #Magnolia #Michelle #Dennis #Bloomington #Johnson #Atlanta #Sharon #Elliott #Colorado #Harriet #Szadkowski #Delavan #Wilma #Kindred #Morton #Kenneth #Marsha #Dean #Pekin #Ryan #Jessica #Samantha #Brandee #Ethan #Hannah #Maggie #Dylen #Weston #Rowan #Emmersyn #Anna #Gene #Heartcare #Church #Reverend #Kerr #Methodist #Down #Association #Cystic #Greater #Chapter
Obituary: Vernon E. Gene Watkins of Henry, formerly of Lacon died at his residence on 1, 2014 at 4:00 am. Born on May 23, 1933 in Emden, IL to the late Vernon and Mary Eeton Watkins, he served his country in the Army during the Korean War. Vernon married Judy Olson on 29, 1959 in Buda, IL. He was a lifetime farmer who enjoyed raising Belgian Draft horses and owning and operating Watkins Trucking.

Surviving are: his wife of 55 years Judy; daughters Deborah (the late Wayne) Shelton of Henry, Sheila (Greg) Scherder of Peoria; son Scot (Trish) Watkins of Magnolia; daughter-in-law Michelle (the late Dennis) Watkins of Bloomington; sisters, Mary (Richard) Johnson of Atlanta, IL; Sharon (John) Elliott of Colorado, Harriet (Joe) Szadkowski of Delavan, Wilma (Robert) Kindred of Morton; brother, Kenneth Watkins of Delavan; sister-in-law Marsha (the late Dean) Watkins of Pekin; grandchildren, Ryan, Jessica, Samantha, Brandee, Ethan, Hannah, Maggie, Dylen; great-grandchildren , Weston, Rowan, and Emmersyn.

He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Art and Dean; one sister, Anna Sanders; and his son, Dennis Watkins. The family gratefully acknowledges the comfort and care given to Gene by the staff at Heartcare Midwest.

Services will be held at the Henry Methodist Church on , 4 at 11:00 am with the Reverend Richard Kerr officiating. Visitation is on , 3 from 4- 6 pm also at the Methodist Church in Henry. Burial will be in the Henry .

Memorials can be made to HOI Down Syndrome Association, Cystic Fibrosis Greater Illinois Chapter, or his church. Online condolences can be left at lenzmemorialhome.com.

▰ Vernie B Watkins

Died October 19, … More Information
Vernie B Watkins, born October 26, 1925 ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before her October 19, 2012 in Dolton, Illinois. Vernie was 86.

▰ Verne W Watkins

Died July 06, … More Information
Verne W Watkins, age 104 of Springfield, Illinois, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before Verne July 6, 2004.
Obituary published: July 07, 2004 in "State J-R"

▰ Valarie Watkins

Died June 09, … More Information
Valarie Watkins, born January 3, 1950 entered the Kingdom of Heaven June 9, 2014 in Blue Island, Illinois. Valarie was 64.

▰ Truman Ryan Watkins

Died July 23, … More Information
Truman Ryan Watkins, born November 26, 1924 entered Heaven's gates on July 23, 2014 in Danville, Illinois. Truman was 89.

▰ Tristan Matthew Watkins

Died February 17, … More Information
Tristan Matthew Watkins, born May 29, 2006 passed away peacefully February 17, 2015 in Bunker Hill, Illinois. Tristan was 8.

▰ Travon Watkins

Died September 19, … More Information
Travon Watkins, born August 9, 1989 passed from this world into the next September 19, 2012 in Evergreen Park, Illinois. Travon was 23.
Family members and close friends: , Keisha Williams, Daron Martin, Deborah Watkins

▰ Tina Marie Watkins

Died January 03, … More Information
Tina Marie Watkins, born August 17, 1965 went into the presence of the Lord on January 3, 2017 in Chicago, Illinois. Tina was 51.

▰ Thressia (Moody)[Korte] Watkins

Died January 07, … More Information
Thressia (Moody)[Korte] Watkins, age 91 of Arthur, Illinois, passed from this world into the next January 7, 2004.
Obituary published: January 08, 2004 in "News-Gazette"

▰ Tarus J Sr Watkins

Died November 12, … More Information
Tarus J Sr Watkins, of Peoria, Illinois, entered the Kingdom of Heaven November 12, 2014. Tarus was 31.
Obituary published: November 13, 2014 in "Journal Star"
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