Carol J. Parker 83, of Rushville, IL passed away at 2:33 a.m. Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Culbertson Memorial Hospital. She was born June 23, 1941, in Burlington, IA, the daughter of the late Warren Everett & Ruth Genevieve (Smith) Gibbs.  She married Dennis Keith Bergquist and then married Robert Lee Parker.  She is survived by (2) sons: Donald (Kendra) Bergquist of Burlington, IA, Douglas (Debra) Bergquist of Ft. Madison, IA: (1) daughter; Catherine (Barry) Rebman of Rushville, IL: (9) grandchildren; Heather Bergquist, Doug Bergquist, Daniel Bergquist (Cassandra), Drew Bergquist, Nichelle Bergquist (Jake Hull), Taylor Bergquist, Kayne Reece (Alexis), Daymon Reece (Taylor) and Bobby Bergquist (Codi): (13) great grandchildren: (1) brother Steven Gibbs of Wyoming: (1) sister Lynda Mettler of North Carolina: (1) sister-in-law Barbara Gibbs of Burlington, IL and many nieces and nephews.  She was proceeded in death by (1) son Robert Keith Bergquist; (1) brother David Gibbs and (1) sister Janet Scott.  Carol attended Burlington High School graduating in 1959.  Carol worked as a waitress, retiring from Pizza Unlimited in Rushville, IL.  Her greatest enjoyment was mushroom hunting, boating, riding motorcycles and spending time with her family. Cremation has been accorded.  A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  Memorials may be given to the family.

James H. Self 84, of Beardstown, IL passed away at 10:35 a.m. Saturday April 5, 2025 at the Beardstown Health and Rehab. He was born March 11, 1941 in Beardstown, IL the son of the late Denny and Leona Taylor Self. He married Patsy K. Bollinger on November 19, 1960 at the Browning Methodist Church. She survives along with (1) son: James Self Jr. (Sandy) of Raymond, IL; (10) grandchildren: Casey Morgan (Jesse), Abby Mitchell (Cameron), Alyson Harlacher (Jason), Heather Apps, Jennifer Archer (Justin), Leslie Berardinelli (Dominic), Kristin Buchanan (Joel), Marc Gaines (Chelsea Mathena), Kelsey Harms (Isaiah), Katie Uzun (Ersin), numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by (2) daughters Pamela Gaines and Brenda Reische; (1) brother Francis Self; (4) sisters Mary Thrower, Audrey Smyers, Edith Lanier and Clara Mahnken.  Jim worked at Oscar Mayer, co-owned Jim’s Marine then did carpentry for several years and worked at True Value. He enjoyed woodworking, hunting, fishing and most of all his grandchildren. A graveside funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at Beardstown City Cemetery with Pastor Matt Haberman officiating. A visitation will be held Tuesday from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Worthington Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the Alzheimer’s Association or American Cancer Society.

William Schramm 71, of Springfield, IL passed away at 2:55 p.m. Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Springfield Home Residential Assisted Living in Springfield, IL. Bill was born January 20, 1954 in Rushville, IL, the son of Kermit & Barbara (Roudebush) Schramm. He married Ann Fulks on April 25, 1982 at the Rushville First United Methodist Church. She survives along with (1) son Nick (Brianne) Schramm; (2) grandchildren Ella & Braden Schramm, all of Springfield, IL; (2) sisters Sue (Don) Behymer of Springfield, IL and Debbie (Keith) Kramer of Cape Coral, FL; (1) sister-in-law Beth (Paul) Leach of Salisbury, IL; (3) nephews Curtis Behymer of Chicago, IL, Joe (Kasey) Henricks and Matt (Stephanie) Henricks, both of Rushville, IL. He is preceded in death by his parents, and mother & father-in-law, Roger and Marjie Fulks. Bill graduated from Rushville High School in 1972 and received his Bachelors in Marketing degree from Western Illinois University in 1976. He was a Senior Manufacturing Engineer at Caterpillar in East Peoria. Bill was an avid sports fan. He enjoyed watching Jeff Gordon, the St. Louis Cardinals, Miami Dolphins, and the Fighting Illini.  Bill loved to golf, ride his Harley, go boating, attend sporting events and live music concerts, but loved nothing more than watching his grandchildren participate in activities.. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, April 26, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Panther Creek Country Club 3001 Panther Creek Dr., Springfield, IL. Prayer and special remarks will take plat at 3:30 p.m. Please wear sports apparel to honor Bill. Memorials may be given to the Gift of Hope Community Foundation or his grandchildren’s education fund.

William Gayle Rucker 80, of Rushville, IL passed away Friday, March 28, 2025 at his home. Bill was born on January 6, 1945 in Hayes, KS the son of the late William and Florence Loree Mickelson Rucker. He married Betty Palmer on March 21, 1970 at the Little White Church in Melrose Park, IL. She survives along with (4) children Kassandra Lynn Cline & David of Albion, IL, Destini Marie McFall & Wayne of Statham, GA, Donald Curtis Rucker & Jordan of Vienna, VA, Chad Michael Rucker & Melissa; (10) Grandchildren Jillian, Alyssa, Kaelen, Andy, Billy, Patricia, Logan, Curtis, Kylee, Ayden,; (3) great-grandchildren Charlotte, Chase, and Bellamy;  (1) sister Patricia Reed & Partner Jane Frost of Cape Cod, MA. (1) brother Charles Rucker & Judy of California. He was preceded in death by (1) sister Francis Loree Rucker Pierce. Bill attended several universities including Fort Hayes State, Ohio State Elmhurst, Free Port Jr. College, Northern Illinois, and Northwestern Theological Seminary. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War afterword he married his wife Betty and started their family. He taught and coached for several years and was called to minister in 1971 serving several churches including Albion, Marion and Rushville. He served as the Director of activities at Sharps Park in Melrose Park, mayor of Albion and several other positions throughout the years. Bill enjoyed playing cards, golf, attending any kind of sporting event, he enjoyed visiting with people and especially telling bad jokes, and he liked to play “Daniel Boon”, where he would take a short cut while driving not necessarily  on the road that would cause the trip to extend a couple of hours. Bill was a family man he loved spending time with his wife, children and especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Helen Louise Lucas 73, of Rushville, IL passed away at 2:15 p.m. Tuesday March 18 2025 at Grand Prairie of Macomb. Helen was born April 23, 1951 in Beardstown, IL the daughter of the late George and Georgia “Lorena” (Yeager) Davis. She married George “Bill” Lucas on November 9, 1969 in Beardstown, IL. Together they built a family filled with love and cherished memories with over 55 years of dedication of each other. Helen is survived by her husband Bill; a son Terry (Debbie) Lucas of Rushville, IL; a daughter Lori Taylor of Rushville, IL; (4) grandchildren Jesse (Tiffany Lucas of Ocilla, GA, Alyssa (Luke) Eddington of Macomb, IL, Peyton Cook of Griggsville, IL and Deni Taylor of Griggsville, IL; (6) great-grandchildren Sophia, Gideon, Abel, Jace, Elowyn and Novalie; and a sister Virginia Thomas of Beardstown, IL. She is preceded in death (3) brothers John Yeager, Howard Davis and Donnie Davis; and a sister Ruby Dober. Helen dedicated her life to caring for others, wearing many hats throughout her career from cosmetology to working as a CNA and serving as an activity director in various nursing homes. She had a deep love for animals of all kinds and found immense joy in spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who were the light of her life. Helen’s warmth, kindness, and unwavering love for those around her will be deeply missed. Her family takes comfort in knowing that she is at peace with Jesus and reunited with loved ones who passed before her. A Celebration of life will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, March 21, 2025 at Worthington Funeral Home with Pastor Victor Randall officiating. Interment will follow at Beardstown City Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until time of service. Memorials may be given to the Rushville Assembly of God Church.