All Obituaries

Jerry J. Pate Sr., 76, of Danville, ILL passed away November 29, 2020. He was born in Danville, ILL on September 21, 1944 to Donald and Lucille (Goad) Pate. Jerry married his wife, Carol Marie (Pastorius) Pate in Whitewater, WI on August 17, 1963. He worked for GM for 25 years. Jerry enjoyed listening to Hank Williams, having backyard BBQ’s and playing guitar with his friends. He was preceded in death by 2 sisters. Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Carol Pate;...

Mary Catherine Van Bogart, 100, of Danville, passed away at 4:15 p.m. Wednesday, November 25, 2020 at Colonial Manor Nursing Home. Mary was born August 17, 1920 in Westville to Andrew J. and Anna (Kotun) Mayoras. She married Robert S. Van Bogart June 8, 1960, he preceded her in death April 16, 1989. She is survived by 2 sisters, Catherine Jumps and Frances Krevalis. She is preceded in death by her brothers, Michael, Andrew, her twin brother, John and 3 sisters, Anna, Josephine and...

David M. Cline, age 71, died Sunday, November 22, 2020 at 11:57 A.M. at Accolade of Danville/formerly North Logan Healthcare. David was born February 22, 1949, the son of Roy W (Joe) Cline & Jane E. Plymire. He graduated from Danville High School and attended DACC. David worked in farming and at the Georgetown Grain Elevator until he had a brain injury in 1975. He was a member of the Vermilion County Amateur Radio Association and volunteered at many local events. David was a helpful...

Ernest “Ernie” Johnson 72, of Tilton, IL, passed away Saturday, November 21, 2020 at OSF Hospital in Danville.  Ernie was born to CG & Mary Johnson of Crystal Springs, MS. He is survived by his ex-wife, Sally Johnson, children; Bill (Melissa) Johnson  & Carrie Johnson of Danville, IL, Grandchildren: Cloe & Taylor (Nick Jones) Johnson and Ethan Hickman of Danville, IL:  sister: Ruth (Michael) Granger of Crystal Springs, MS, Brothers-in-law: Dennis...

Max Eric (Mick) Taylor, of Danville passed away Thursday, November 19, 2020 at OSF Sacred Heart Medical Center of Covid pneumonia. Max was born March 11, 1951, the son of Everett and Julia (Bertelli) Taylor. He married Tracey Maire at the Vermilion County Courthouse on August 31, 2007. She survives. He was previously married to Lorri Taylor to which they had one daughter, Rebecca. He is also survived by a son Christopher (Rhonda) of Miami, OK. Max is preceded in death by his parents,...

Jack L. Ekster, 75, of Danville passed away at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, November 15, 2020 at his home, comforted by loved ones. Jack was born in Reed City, Michigan on July 11, 1945 to John Ekster and Joan Dewitt. Jack is survived by his two children, his companion; Bonnie Corwin, and many loved ones and friends. Jack joined the army in 1966 and served until 1972 earning many rewards and two purple hearts. Jack will be interred at Danville National Cemetery. Services will be private due to...

Cam Lee (Charlie) Cravens, Jr 71 of Tilton passed away Saturday, November 14 at OSF Hospital Danville, IL Cam was born March 19, 1949 in Flint, MI the son of Cam Lee Cravens, Sr and Roberta Martin Cravens. He married Norma Liggett on May 21, 2016. Surviving family include a daughter, Carrie (Joshua Boteo) Cravens and a son, Jeremiah (Michelle) Swanson, grandchildren Xavier, Adriana, and Charlotte Swanson. He is also survived by a brother Don (Phyllis) and sisters Nellie and Kathy and several...

Harold Edwin “Ed” Houtzel passed away on 11-13-20 at the age of 72.  He was a Marine Veteran of the Vietnam War.  Ed’s family would encourage everyone to reach out to those touched by mental health challenges.  Survivors of domestic violence, you are not alone. Abusers, stop and seek help.  Spouses, you are not at fault. Children, you CAN break the cycle, passers-by, if you see something, say something.  Veterans and their families, thank you for...

In memory of Roland (Rollie) Atwood III Roland passed away at 8:57 p.m. on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at Hoopeston Community Memorial Hospital. He was born November 13, 1962 to Roland Jr and Judy Atwood. Survivors include his parents, a sister; Kari (Tim) Hooks, a nephew; Jared (Danielle) Hooks, a niece; Kelcy (Derek) Skinner, a great niece; Madison, his loving partner; Tammy Sexton, and many special friends. As per his wishes, he will be cremated. Due to covid, there will be no services...

On Tuesday, November 10th, 2020, Marc A. Valangeon, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away at the age of 68 with all his family by his side.   Marc was born on May 23, 1952 in Danville IL. to Rene’ and Margaret (Slifer) Valangeon.  On July 22nd, 1972, he married the love of his life, Brenda (Woods) Valangeon.  They raised 2 daughters, Amanda (Jessie) Capps, Margaret “Maggie” (Craig) Smith and 1 son, Marc (Ashley) Valangeon...