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The Pantagraph Sunday, July 10, 2011 A7 Obituaries Funerals pending R. Weldon Benway STRAWN R. Weldon "Deke" Benway, 85, of rural Strawn passed away at 5:05 a.m. Saturday (July 9, 2011) at his home. A funeral Mass will be at 10:30 a.m.

Tuesday at St. Rose Catholic Church, Strawn, with the Rev. Scott Archer officiating. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at Martin Funeral Home, Forrest, where a rosary will be recited at 4:30 p.m.

An additional visitation will be from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. prior R. Weldon R. Weldon to Mass at the funeral Benway home. Memorials may be made to St.

Rose Catholic Church, American Heart Association or to a charity of the donor's choice. Interment will be in the Strawn Township Cemetery. Deke was born Oct. 4, 1925, in rural Strawn, a son of Albert and Anna Rudolph Benway. He married Betty Harris on Feb.

21, 1950, at Lady of Lourdes Rectory, Gibson City. She survives. Also surviving are one son, Douglas (Sharon) Benway of Strawn; six grandchildren, Michelle (Kurt) Kietzman of Gibson City, Jason (Sherry) Birkenbeil of Lexington, Tyson (Amanda) Benway of Milton, Dustin (Christine) Benway of Mahomet, and Brenton way Kendall Hornstein, both of Strawn; seven great- -grandchildren, Mariah and Lexi Brucker, Kyra Kietzman, Craig and Evan Birkenbeil, and Coy and Kara Benway; one sister, Gloria Ann Rebholz of Chatsworth; one brother, Keith (Sharon) Benway of Sibley; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Susan Birkenbeil; five sisters, Josephine Hatfield, Geraldine Rebholz, LaVerne Kurtenbach, Loretta Wiesinger and Helen Kelly; and four brothers, Joe, William, Jerome and Paul Benway. Deke farmed his entire life in rural Strawn.

He served as a Fayette Township Trustee for 19 years, Livingston County Zoning Committee, Strawn Cemetery trustee and as a St. Rose Catholic Church trustee from 1955 to present. Weldon was proud of his family and loved them all very much. He enjoyed his winter home and friends in Florida. He lived a full and happy life, and will be dearly missed by his family and friends who knew him.

This obituary may be viewed, and private condolences sent to the family online at www.martin- Rosetta Melton FARMER CITY Roset ta Ann Melton, 69, of Farmer City died at 9:55 p.m. Thursday (July 7, 2011) at her residence in Farmer City. Cremation rites have been accorded, with memorial service at a later date. Burial will Rosetta be in Melton Greenleaf Cemetery, Farmer City. Memorials may be made to The Baby Fold or to the charity of the donor's choice.

Beck Memorial Home, Bloomington, is in charge of arrangements. She was born Aug. 7, 1941, in rural Farmer City, to Virgil and Beatrice Milburn Nettleton. She married Charles Melton on Jan. 1, 1983, in Farmer City.

He survives. Also surviving are chil- Duffy, Kristin 43, Pontiac, 7:45 a.m. Saturday (July 9, 2011) at Good Samaritan Home, Pontiac. Duffy- Snedecor Funeral Home, Pontiac. Holderly, Harvey Kenneth, 86, Farmer City, 10:15 a.m.

Saturday (July 9, 2011) at home. Calvert Belangee -Bruce Funeral Home, Farmer City. Jenkins, Beverly 57, Bloomington, 9:56 a.m. Saturday (July 9, 2011) at Advocate BroMenn Regional Medical Center in Normal. -Smith Memorial Home, Bloomington.

Namoff, Jennifer 39, Bloomington, Friday (July 8, 2011) at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago. CarmodyFlynn Williamsburg Funeral Home, Bloomington. Spaits, Marvin 84, Lincoln, Friday (July 8, 2011) at The Christian Village Nursing Home, Lincoln. Peasley Funeral Home, Lincoln. gerville; four grandchildren, Kody and Madelynn Stubblefield and Laney and Jacob Bode; one brother, Paul Stubblefield, Morton; and one sister, Regina (Jim) Hawk, Bonne Terre, Mo.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a granddaughter, Ella Marie Bode; a brother, David Stubblefield; and a sister, Jan Evans. Mr. Stubblefield was a police officer in Danvers from 1981 to 1986 and also worked as a for Illinois State University for 20 years prior to retirement. He was a U.S. Navy veteran serving from 1966 to 1970, serving three tours of duty in Vietnam.

He was a member of West Olive Faith United Methodist Church, Bloomington; a member of the John H. Kraus Post 454 V.F.W., Bloomington; was a former Cub Scout master of Pack Danvers; was a former volunteer firefighter and EMT for Danvers Fire and Rescue; and a former volunteer firefighter for Dale Township and Bloomington Township fire departments. BLOOMINGTONNORMAL Alta Bagosy NORMAL Bagosy, 83, passed away Friday (July residence. Her funeral Tuesday at KiblerSmith Memorial Ho me, Bloomington, with the Rev. All Alta E.

of Normal at 9:50 a.m. 8, 2011) at her will be at 1 Alta Steinbeck Bagosy officiating. Visitation will be from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Interment will be in East Lawn Memorial Gardens, Bloomington.

In lieu of flowers, memorials made to CISAR Animal Shelter, 29738 E. 1400 N. Road, Colfax, IL 61728 in Alta's name are respectfully requested. Kibler-Smith Memorial Home, Bloomington, is handling arrangements. Alta was born Oct.

18, 1927, in Bloomington, to Van and Belle Miller. She married John Bagosy Sr. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Bloomington. He preceded her in death on July 11, 2009. Alta is survived by one son, John (Tonda) Bagosy Jr.

of Normal; and two brothers, Ellis Miller of Iron River, and Roy Miller of Bloomington. In addition to her husband, John, Alta was preceded in death by her parents, one sister and two brothers. Alta was an avid dog lover and was never far from her faithful companion, Lady, who she loved very much. Alta was deeply loved and will be sadly missed. She was a kind and loving woman, she stood by and cared for her husband, mother, father and brother, providing round -theclock care for many years until their passing.

Her life We would like to express gratitude to each and every person who knew my Mom, Myrtle Daniels. A very special thanks to the 911 operator and the Odell EMT's especially Colleen Barrett, whose persistence and hard work allowed us to have additional time to accept MaMa's heavenly passing. Most of you only had the chance to know her during her more than 12 years with Alzheimer and Dementia. You knew her by her sparkling eyes, her laughter, and love of music and dance! These are only a few of the wonderful memories I have. She was a strong pillar of our family traveling to see us over land and sea.

We will always smile at every thought of her. A very hearty thank you to everyone for your warm and comforting thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Eileen, Oscar Weathersby Family 1032157 DECEMBER 15, 1921 TO MAY 25, 2011 was dedicated to helping others. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kiblersmith.com. Timothy Bell Timothy A.

Bell, 56, of Bloomington passed away at 5:45 p.m. Wednesday (July 6, 2011) at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center, Bloomington. His funeral will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Mount Pis gah Baptist Church, Bloomington, with the Rev.

Frank McSwain officiating. Visitation Timothy Timothy will be Bell from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at KiblerSmith Memorial Home in Bloomington and from 10 to 11 a.m. prior to the service Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Evergreen Memorial Cemetery, Bloomington.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family in Timothy's name. The family of Timothy has entrusted Kibler- Smith Memorial Home, Bloomington, with the care of their loved one. Timothy Alphonso Bell was born on Sept. 8, 1954, in Bloomington, to the union of Wheeler and Lynteen M. Nathan Bell Sr.

He leaves to cherish his memory, one son, Quincy Artis of Peoria; his beloved daughter, Shaneice Nicole Bell of Bloomington; three grandchildren; sister, Lynda Blanche Bell of Park Forest; brother, Wheeler (Alverta) Bell Jr. of Hyattsville, sister, Teresa Marian Bell of Bloomington; brother, Robert Lawrence Bell of Bloomington; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Timothy was preceded in death by his parents. He grew up in Bloomington and graduated from Bloomington High School in 1972. Timothy worked the majority of his life at Illinois State University in the Food Service department.

During his tenure there, he mentored many student workers and was respected and loved by his co-workers. During his years of living and maturing into a wonderful father, good friend and respected advisor, he always looked for the good in others. He believed in God, read his Bible daily and prayed for God's direction. When relaxing, Timothy spent his time listening to jazz, cooking and engaging in sports. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kiblersmith.com.

Joseph Roberts BLOOMINGTON Joseph "Joe" Roberts, 42, of Bloomington died at 9:46 p.m. Friday (July 1, 2011) at OSF St. Joseph Medical Service: Noon Monday at KiblerSmith Memorial Home, Bloomington, with Joseph Bishop Roberts Michael Taylor officiating. Visitation: One hour before the service Monday at the memorial home. Memorials: To the family, in Joseph's name.

Survivors: Mother, Betty (Joe) Terry; grandparents, Willie and Joe White; brothers, Lawrence and Andre Roberts and Anthony Pierce; sister, latacha Johnson; and stepsister, Tamika Nathaniel White Nathaniel S. White, 21, of Bloomington died at 9:32 p.m. Monday (July 4, 2011) in Bloomington. His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday at New Beginnings Church of God, 814 Jersey Normal, with the Rev.

Aaron Stine officiating. Inurn- ment will be at Avoca Cemetery, Fairbury. In lieu of flowers, Nathaniel White memorials may be made to the education fund for Hayden Robert White in care of Dorothea and Paul White. Beck Memorial Home, Bloomington, is in charge of arrangements. He was born May 22, 1990, in Normal, the son of Paul and Dorothea Gregory White.

Surviving are his parents, Paul and Dorothea White, Bloomington; son, Hayden Robert White of Cropsey; siblings, Ashley Nicole (James) Knowles of Bloomington, Kristen Rene (Joey Durbin) White of Bloomington and Jacob Stanley (Sara Wheeler) White of Normal; grandparents, Charles and Eunice Lowery of Bloomington; great -grandmother, Dorothy (Tim Tipler) Gregory of Bloomington; aunts and uncles, Julie (Brandon) Moore, Michael (Angie) Lowery, Crystal (Ron) Semmerling, John (Meghan) Lowery, Donna (Gene) Decker, Charles Junior Lowery, Belinda Lowery, Richard (Betty) Swearingon, Sharon Hall, Edward Denton and Roosevelt Nicholas; nieces and nephews, Adam White, LeeAnna Kerrick, Akalie Knowles, Cali White; and many more nieces, nephews and cousins. He is also survived by a good friend, Ben. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Alexis Elizabeth White. He was affiliated with Pilgrim Holiness Church in Bloomington. Nathan worked at Kerry Food Industries making Gerber baby food and cereal and also was sent to California to train on a new process machine for the company.

Nathan loved spending time with his friends, the color neon green his motorcycle and his son very much. He will always be in our hearts and memories. One day we will all meet in heaven. Online condolences may be sent to www. beckmemorial.com.

dren, Gail McMann, Farmer City; Glenn Isaacs, Bellflower; Charles (Jenetta) Melton Norris City; and Harold (Diane) Melton, Round Rock, Texas; two sisters; one brother; 12 grandchildren; and nine great -grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and three sisters. Rosetta was a life member of American Legion Post 55 Ladies Auxiliary in Farmer City. She was an avid reader and loved to crochet. She also loved to listen to gospel and country music.

She will be loved and missed by all her friends and family. Online condolences may be sent to www. beckmemorial.com. Darwin Stubblefield MACKINAW Darwin Robert Stubblefield, 63, of Mackinaw died at 9:05 a.m. Friday (July 8, 2011) at his home.

His funeral will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at West Olive Faith United Methodist Church, Bloomington, with the Rev. John Tymonko officiating. Burial will be in East a Darwin Memorial Stubblefield Gardens, Darwin Stubblefield Bloomington, with military honors by the Bloomington Normal American Legion honor guard. Visitation will be from 9 to 11 a.m.

Tuesday at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to West Olive Faith United Methodist Church, the Baby Fold or Mackinaw Rescue Squad. Calvert Metzler Memorial Home, Bloomington, is in charge of arrangements. He was born Aug. 27, 1947, in Bloomington, the son of Harleth and Roberta Bier Stubblefield.

He married Barbara Cook on April 19, 1969, in Jewett City, Conn. Survivors include his wife, Barbara; three sons, Michael Stubblefield, Mackinaw; Adam Stubblefield, Stanford; and Ryan Stubblefield, St. Paul, one daughter, Bethany (Brad) Bode, Con- Obituary policy The Pantagraph publishes obituary information submitted from funeral homes; there is no charge for notices of pending funerals or notices of services. There is a $12 handling fee for standard obituaries, which include the deceased's name, age, city of residence, survivors and details about visitation, services, burial and memorials. Families who want to their loved one's including personalize, more information may use an extended obituary for an additional fee.

Extended obituaries are subject to editing for accuracy and style. For more information, please talk to your funeral director. Calvert Metzler memorial homes Bloomington Always affordable, caring compassion Families come to us at a terribly sad time. We provide guidance to make these times a bit easier. Alex Calvert, Director Serving All Faiths "A Tradition of Caring" Kibler Smith Tim Ruestman Memorial Home 1104 N.

Main St. Bloomington, IL 309.828.2422 Knapp-Johnson-Harris Roanoke Argo-Ruestman-Harris Eureka Ruestman-Harris Minonk, El Paso Center, Bloomington. 1029133 Several Boy Scouts have completed projects here at the Evergreen Memorial Cemetery to earn their Eagle Scout rank Self guided walking tours are available EVERGREEN in the office MEMORIAL The total number of burials here is approximately CEMETERY 30,000, of those 19075 are recorded in the EST APLY Evergreen Bloomington Cemetery ledgers and about 8,500 burials are recorded in the Bloomington City Cemetery (or Old City) ledger For more information on any events please call cemetery office. Everdreen MEMORIAL CEMETERY 302 E. Miller St Bloomington, IL 61701 309-827-6950 www.evergreen-cemetery.com 1013572.