Robert “Bob” Lee Landrey, 80, of Watseka passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026 at the Iroquois Resident Home in Watseka. He was born on January 23, 1945 in Rensselaer, Indiana, a son of Raymond and Lucille (Dubea) Landrey. He married Gale June Otto on June 5, 1982 in Watseka and she preceded him in death on May 24, 2024.

Bob is survived by his children, Judith (Jim) Landrey-Smith of Mendota, Dwayne L. (Kelly) Landrey of Danville, IN, Mark L. (Vicki) Garfield of Watseka, and Kristen (Peter) Garfield-Gentile of Plainfield; eight grandchildren, Timothy Schultz, Kyle (Samantha) Schultz, Katelin (Kyle) Garfield-Clapp, Ashten (Colton) Gentile-Jensen, Breckin Gentile, Caden Curtis, Ava Curtis and Canaan Curtis; eight great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Margaret Holliman and Rose Davenport.

Besides his wife, Bob was preceded in death by both of his parents, three brothers, Leonard, Ronald, and Alfred; two sisters, Betty and Maxine; and one daughter, Jennifer Landrey-Curtis.

Bob was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church in Watseka. He was a supervisor at UARCO for 28 years. Bob loved to watch sports, especially the Chicago White Sox. He enjoyed time spent with his family and going to their sporting events. Most of all, his grandchildren and great-grandchildren were his pride and joy.

The family would like to recognize his lifelong friends, Joel Nasers and Louis Simmons.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 6, 2026 at Calvary Lutheran Church in Watseka with Pastor Aaron Uphoff officiating with a visitation one hour prior to the funeral service at the church. Burial will be at a later date.

Memorials may be given to a Custodial Account at First Trust and Savings Bank in Watseka for the care of Bob’s grandchildren.

Please share a memory of Bob at www.baierfuneralhome.com.

Susan L. Allhands, 74 of Clinton, IL formerly of Watseka, IL passed away 10:41 AM January 27, 2026 at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center, Bloomington, IL.

Services will be 12 PM Monday, February 2, 2026 at Baier Funeral Home, Watseka, IL with Pastor Jeff Elliott officiating. Burial will follow at Iroquois Memorial Park Cemetery, Watseka, IL. Visitation will be 11 AM – 12 PM Monday at Baier Funeral Home. Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, IL is in charge of arrangements.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Susan was born August 9, 1951 in Watseka, IL the daughter of Francis Kay and Irma Ruth (Buss) Elliott, Jr. She married her husband of 43 years, Jerry W. Allhands, December 22, 1972 in Watseka, IL. He passed away June 15, 2016.

Survivors include her sons, Neil Allhands, Fruitland, MO and David (Lyndsay) Allhands, Clinton, IL, granddaughters, Alexis Allhands and Whitney (Austin) Wilkinson, 3 great grandchildren, siblings, Debbie (John) Jones, Cape Girardo, MO; Steve (Collette) Elliott, Watseka, IL; Rick (Gretchen) Elliott, Watseka, IL, along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Sue retired from Watseka Suzuki Honda after 25 years. She enjoyed traveling and riding motorcycles, with Jerry. They had traveled on their motorcycle to all 48 continental states and some parts of Canada. Sue was a member of Gold Wing Road Riders for over 25 years working with the organization as a CPR/First Aid Instructor Trainer and a Rider Educator at the chapter, state and regional levels. She also participated at the national level sharing her knowledge from her years of experience. After the dissolution of Gold Wing Road Riders, Sue joined the Eagle Wings Motorcycle Association helping to create and develop the Rider Management Program.

Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com at the Clinton location.

Wilma Fay Meredith, 91, of Clifton passed away on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee. She was born on March 8, 1934 in Kempton, a daughter of Avis and Cora (Savage) Bailey. Fay married Russell Allen Meredith on August 11, 1951 in Herscher and he preceded her in death on August 27, 2011. Fay most recently resided at Prairieview Lutheran Home in Danforth.

Fay is survived by her daughters, Debra (Charles) Stone of Spring Hill, Florida, Crystal (Gary) Ducat of Ashkum, Lori (Tim) Lauterbach of Howey-In-The-Hills, Florida, Lisa (Raymond) Watts of Milford; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; as well as, three step-grandchildren, four step-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by both of her parents; four brothers; and five sisters.

Fay loved her time spent with family and friends.

Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at the Knapp Funeral Home in Clifton. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, February 5, 2026 also at the Knapp Funeral Home in Clifton with Steve Baker, Director of Spiritual Care at Prairieview, officiating. Burial will be at 1:00 p.m. with a graveside service at the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, Illinois.

Memorials may be made to Prairieview Lutheran Home, Danforth.

Please share a memory of Fay at www.knappfuneralhomes.com.

Salvador Ramirez, 53, of Martinton passed away on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at his home. He was born on December 22, 1972 in Mexico City, Mexico, the son of Felipe and Maria (Martinez) Ramirez. He married Darcy Butler in Rossville on September 19, 2025.

He is survived by his wife, Darcy Ramirez of Martinton; two sons, Salvador (Krystal) Ramirez of Momence and Salazar (Brittany) Ramirez of Beaverville; one daughter, Noemi Ramirez of St. Anne; another son, Colton (Baylee Estes) Coffey of Watseka as well as daughter, Carsyn Butler of Martinton; six sisters, Maria Ramirez, Nieves Ramirez, Martha Ramirez, Maria Higgins, Maria Ramirez, and Anna Ramirez; one brother, Pedro Ramirez; six grandchildren, Anthony, Katelynn, Jennifer, Salazar, Salvador, and Noah; his in laws, Mike (Pat) Butler of Martinton; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Salvador was preceded in passing by both of his parents.

He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them.

A celebration of life get together will be from 11:00am-4:00pm on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at Martinton Church of Christ.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to his daughter’s education fund.

Cremation rites are being handled by Knapp Funeral Home in Watseka.

Please share a memory of Salvador at knappfuneralhomes.com.

John R. Moore, 83, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Martinton, Illinois on Monday, January 26th, 2026. John was born on April 5th, 1942 to Harold C. and Emily M. (Reneau) Moore in Kankakee, Illinois and grew up in Ashkum, Illinois. John was a devoted Catholic, serving as an altar boy and lector. He was a graduating member of the class of 1960, Clifton Central high school. He enrolled and graduated from barber school in Decatur, Illinois.

John married Judith A. Wolf of Martinton, April 27th, 1963 and celebrated 62 years with her in 2025. He owned and operated John's Barber Shop in Martinton while substituting for the Martinton rural mail carrier. He acquired the full-time carrier position soon after and was still carrying that same route at the time of his death. He was approaching 63 years of full-time service. He served his customers with pride and dedication. His most proud moments were with his family. John was kind and generous, devoting his life to Judy, his children and his work. He loved to tell stories, send personal thank you notes and corresponded with many friends by handwritten letters. He raised livestock and grew the best tomatoes around, often giving them away to people on his mail route. John was a hard worker and provider until the very end.

Surviving is his wife, Judy; son, Kevin J. Moore (Jenlyn); daughter, Karla K. Moore (Sandy); and grandson, Kyle John Moore.

Visitation for John will be held from 3pm - 6pm, Sunday, February 1st at Knapp Funeral Home, Watseka, Illinois. Mass at St. Edmond’s Catholic Church in Watseka will be on Monday, February 2nd at 11:00am with Fr. Michael Powell officiating. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery in Martinton, Illinois.

Memorials may be made to St. Edmund’s Catholic Church, Watseka, Illinois, Martinton EMS, or Papineau EMS.

Please share a memory of John at www.knappfuneralhomes.com.

Wilfred A. “Al” Hubert, 85, of Martinton passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026. He was born on July 6, 1940 in Watseka, a son of Wilfred E. and Arilla C. (Schreib) Hubert. Al married Linda L. Gagnon in L'Erable on July 18, 1959 and she preceded him in death on October 1, 2016.

Al is survived by his two sons, Jeffrey (Jan) Hubert of Antioch and Curtis (Tammy) Hubert of Watseka; four grandchildren, Samantha (Miles) Watters of Heath, Ohio, Cody Daniels of Leavenworth, Kansas, Jackson Hubert of Buffalo Grove, and Carson Hubert of Antioch; and one great-granddaughter, Addison Watters of Heath, Ohio.

Besides his wife, he was preceded in death by both of his parents.

Al was a teacher at St. Anne for 38 years where he also coached basketball for many years. He always enjoyed reconnecting with former players, coaches, and students over the years. Al also was an avid reader, enjoyed golfing, fishing, coaching youth baseball in the past, and visiting with his McDonalds coffee group. He loved spending his winters in Florida over the last 15 years.

Visitation will be on Friday, January 30, 2026 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Knapp Funeral Home in Watseka.

Funeral services will be on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Knapp Funeral Home in Watseka. Burial will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Martinton.

Memorials may be made to the "V" Foundation for Cancer Research.

Please share a memory of Al at www.knappfuneralhomes.com.

Jessica L. Paro, 34, of Watseka passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana. She was born on February 17, 1991 in Watseka, the daughter of Larry and Tammy (Waters) Paro and they survive in Watseka.

Also surviving are her husband, Jon Wielert of Watseka; three children, Aiden, Ian, and Raelynn Wielert all of Watseka; three siblings, Michael Paro of Watseka, Benjamin Paro of Hoopeston, and Travis Paro of Texas; uncles and aunts, John Paro, Randall Paro, Tim (Carla) Waters, Tod Waters, Tara (Josh) Rader, and Travis (Felice) Waters; mother-in-law, Patty Wielert; grandmother, Bonnie Paro; sister-in-law, Valorie (Lance) Kimbrell of Mississippi; many cousins; and many nieces and nephews.

Jessica was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Larry and Sherry Waters; paternal grandfather, John Paro; father-in-law, Michael Wielert; cousin, Shelby Vanderwal; and brother-in-law, Billy Wielert.

Jessica enjoyed being around her friends and family. She loved gardening and taking care of animals as well as others. Jessica had a joy for living the farm life and loved the time spent working on the farm.

A Celebration of Life get together will be held on Friday, February 6, 2026 at the Watseka Elks Club. Family time will be from 3:00-5:00 pm with a time for friends to follow starting at 5:00 pm.

Memorials may be made to the family’s wishes.

Jessica L. Paro, 34, of Watseka passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana. She was born on February 17, 1991 in Watseka, the daughter of Larry and Tammy (Waters) Paro and they survive in Watseka.

Also surviving are her husband, Jon Wielert of Watseka; three children, Aiden, Ian, and Raelynn Wielert all of Watseka; three siblings, Michael Paro of Watseka, Benjamin Paro of Hoopeston, and Travis Paro of Texas; uncles and aunts, John Paro, Randall Paro, Tim (Carla) Waters, Tod Waters, Tara (Josh) Rader, and Travis (Felice) Waters; mother-in-law, Patty Wielert; grandmother, Bonnie Paro; sister-in-law, Valorie (Lance) Kimbrell of Mississippi; many cousins; and many nieces and nephews.

Jessica was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Larry and Sherry Waters; paternal grandfather, John Paro; father-in-law, Michael Wielert; cousin, Shelby Vanderwal; and brother-in-law, Billy Wielert.

Jessica enjoyed being around her friends and family. She loved gardening and taking care of animals as well as others. Jessica had a joy for living the farm life and loved the time spent working on the farm.

A Celebration of Life get together will be held on Friday, February 6, 2026 at the Watseka Elks Club. Family time will be from 3:00-5:00 pm with a time for friends to follow starting at 5:00 pm.

Memorials may be made to the family’s wishes.

Steven M. Lee, 54, of Piper City passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2026. He was born on June 1, 1971 in Gibson City, the son of Donald “Donnie” and Mary (Taylor) Jensen.

He is survived by his fiancée, Laura Lee Hack of Piper City; his mother, Mary Lee of Thawville; one son, Nathan Lee of Champaign; one step-son, Luke Althouse of Champaign; two sisters, Michelle (Ryan) Johnson of New Berlin and Dawn Hartke of Buckley; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father; his adopted father, Michael Lee; and one brother, Chris Lee.

Steve was a truck driver for Sinn Trucking and enjoyed sports, boating, camping and spending time with his family.

A memorial visitation will be held from 1:00-4:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at the Knapp-Redenius Funeral Home in Gilman. Burial will be held at a later date at Ridgeland Twp. Cemetery in Thawville.

Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice.

Please share a memory of Steve at knappfuneralhomes.com.

Charles Anthony Merhley, 50, of Gilman passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at Gilman Healthcare Center in Gilman. He was born on February 10, 1975 in Watseka, a son of Edward A. Merhley and Christina A. Ward. They preceded him in death along with a sister, Teresa Ochoa.

He is survived by his three sons, Anthony Merhley of Junction City, Kansas, Joshua Merhley of Watseka, and Devin Merhley of Onarga; four nieces, Maria (Edward Kunkel) Cariaga of Onarga, Melissa (Miguel) Ochoa of Onarga, Lupita (Eloy) Ochoa of Gilman, and Nayelli Ochoa of Gilman; several great nieces and nephews; brother-in-law, Guadalupe Ochoa of Onarga.

Charles enjoyed fishing and watching football. He was employed by Incobrasa in Gilman.

A visitation will be held 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Friday, January 30, 2026 at the Knapp Funeral Home in Onarga. Cremation rites will be accorded following the visitation.

Memorials may be made to the family.

Please share a memory of Charles at www.knappfuneralhomes.com.

Wilma L. Rust, 96, of Cissna Park passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026 at her residence. She was born on June 6, 1929 in Cissna Park, a daughter of Herman H. and Sabina (Windhorn) Cluver. Wilma married Harold H. Rust on June 28, 1953 in Cissna Park, and he passed away on February 6, 2012.

Wilma is survived by two sons, Brian Rust of Cissna Park and David Rust Cissna Park; two daughters, Laurie (Steve) Taylor of Champaign and Karen (Larry) Walder of Cissna Park; four grandchildren, Jessica Rust, Jamie (Mike) Weaver, Dylan (Holly) Adair, and Samuel Walder; two great-grandchildren, Sofia and Dominic Lopez; in-laws, Wayne Rust, Dorothy Karr, Rose Rust; and many nieces and nephews.

Besides her husband, Wilma was preceded in death by both of her parents; three brothers, Fred Cluver, Wilbur Cluver, and Elmer Cluver; two sisters, Mary D. Cluver and Esther Cluver; and two granddaughters, Kristin Adair and Michelle Rust.

Wilma was a graduate of Cissna Park High School in 1947. She attended MacMurray College for two years and graduated from the University of Illinois in 1951. Wilma earned her Master’s Degree in 1983. Mrs. Rust taught school for many years, mostly in Cissna Park, and retired in 1994.

In 1971, Wilma and Harold became the owners of Rust Chevrolet, continuing the transportation business that her father started as a blacksmith in the 1880’s. The family business continues as Rust Auto Center.

Wilma had a great love for her family, her students, the community, music, nature, and traveling. Her greatest love was for her Savior, Jesus Christ. She loved reading and studying the Bible, especially Genesis, and was blessed to have traveled twice to the Holy Land. Wilma was a lifelong member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Cissna Park.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at the Knapp Funeral Home in Cissna Park and also one hour prior to the funeral service at the church. Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 23, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Cissna Park with Rev. Michael Ruhlig officiating. Burial will follow in the Trinity Lutheran Cemetery near Cissna Park.

Memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church in Cissna Park, Iroquois Memorial Hospice, or donor’s choice.

Please share a memory of Wilma at www.knappfuneralhomes.com.

Harry G. Gillette, 81, of Milford passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at his residence. He was born on October 12, 1944, in Watseka, the son of Ellis and Blanche (Jessee) Gillette. They preceded him in death along with his in-laws, Byron and Betty Kern, and two brother-in-laws, Joe Eckersley and Byron Larry Kern.

Harry married Sandi Kern in Watseka on August 16,1983 and she survives.

Also surviving are three children, Donna (Randy) Hiltz of Milford, Bopper (Stacey Smith) Gillette of Stockland, and Becky (Sean) McCalla of Milford; grandchildren, Jamie (Darren) Bakken of Sheldon, Jennifer Mowrey of Atlanta, Georgia, Jesse Gillette (Ryan Covarrubias) of Bourbonnais, Hannah McCalla of Belfast, Northern Ireland, Kendall McCalla (Chris Ford) of Urbana, Grace Smith (Luke McCabe) of Watseka, and Ella Smith of Watseka; great-granddaughter, Cecelia Bakken of Sheldon; Also surviving are his two sisters, Punk Eckersley of Cissna Park, Tink (Gary) Voss of Cissna Park and many nieces and nephews.

Harry was a lifelong farmer and at the age of 8, he drove his granddad’s first combine. Harry graduated from Milford Grade and High School. During his school years, he was an athlete and member of the FFA. He received the Parliamentary Procedure Award and the State Farmer Degree, the same award his dad received. At the age of 18, Harry rented his first 80 acres and began farming on his own. In 1980, Harry purchased a tidewater plantation farm, “Belle Isle Farm”, in Virginia and farmed in both Illinois and Virginia for 10 years before selling Belle Isle Farm. Harry was very active in the community having served on the Milford School Board and Milford Township Board. He helped organize the first FFA Hog Roast in 1980 and helped establish the Milford 4-H Club. He also served as superintendent of the swine barn at the Iroquois County Fair for many years. Harry and his wife, Sandi, worked together on everything: on the farm, in their catering business, and as Federal Crop Adjusters for Country Companies for 18 years.

A Celebration of Life will be held on the Gillette Family Farm on Saturday, January 24, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Arrangements are by the Knapp Funeral Home in Milford.

Ronald “Ron” E. Osborne, 65, of Watseka passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at Iroquois Memorial Hospital in Watseka. He was born on March 16, 1960 in Watseka, the son of William “Bill” and Marjorie (Parsons) Osborne and they preceded him in death along with his son, Eric Osborne.

Ron married Edna Cluver on May 20, 2019 in Watseka and she survives.

Also surviving are one daughter, Heather Osborne of Watseka; one son, Heath (Brandy) Osborne of Watseka; six grandchildren, Gavin Castonguay, Kynlee Osborne, Wyatt Osborne, Hunter Barnard, Allyson Barnard, and Addyson Barnard; one sister, Sandy (Rich) Pitman of Mesa, Arizona; three step-children; Corey (Angel) Hall of Lewisville, Rhonda (Bill) Poppie of Gilman, and Denise (Ronald) Collins of Kankakee; and numerous step-grandchildren.

Ron loved hunting, fishing, mushroom hunting, and feeding the squirrels.

Visitation will be on Friday, January 16, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Baier Funeral Home in Watseka.

Burial will be at a later date in the Oak Hill Cemetery in Watseka.

Memorials may be made to the family’s wishes.

Please share a memory of Ron at www.baierfuneralhome.com.

Melissa Sue “Missy” Houmes, 44, of Watseka passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. She was born on March 26, 1981 in Watseka, the daughter of Paul and Carol (Hillary) Houmes.

She is survived by her parents, Paul and Carol Houmes of Watseka; one brother, Barry (Lyndsey) Houmes of Rochester, IL; one sister, Jennifer (Josh) Hardebeck of Morocco, IN; three nephews, Nathan Houmes, Ryan Houmes, and Wyatt Hardebeck; one niece, Morgan Hardebeck; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, and special friends from the ARC.

Melissa was preceded in passing by both sets of grandparents, as well as several aunts and uncles.

Missy was a big Winnie the Pooh fan, enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her nephews, and loved going out to eat and getting her beer pop (root beer).

Funeral mass will be at 11:00 am on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at St. Edmund Catholic Church in Watseka. Fr. Michael Powell will officiate. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Watseka.

Visitation will be from 9:30-11:00 am at the church on Saturday.

Memorials may be made to the ARC of Iroquois County or to the donor’s choice.

Please share a memory of Melissa at knappfuneralhomes.com.

Jeffrey Dean Maurer, 71, of Cissna Park passed away on Tuesday, December 30th, 2025 at Carle Foundation Hospital. Jeff was born on February 14th, 1954 in Jacksonville, IL, a son of Harry and Mildene (Roberts) Maurer. Jeff married Marilyn Anderson in Jacksonville on November 26th, 1976, and she survives. Also surviving are three daughters, Amanda (Ben) Henrichs of Onarga, Ashley (Chris) Nazarczuk of Gravette, AR, and Jennifer (Anthony) Videka of Cissna Park and one son, Jeffrey Maurer of Cissna Park. He adored his 19 grandchildren, Laken, Ava, Joah, Leif, Vana, Knox, Jersey, Abram, Bo, Job, Ezra, Ada, Moses, Lael, Mercy, Kylon, Aurora, Anyka, and Krew.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Steven Maurer, and one sister-in-law Peggy Maurer.

Jeff graduated from Jacksonville High School in 1972 and from Eastern Illinois University in 1976 with an art education degree. He started teaching art in Crescent City in 1976. While there, he made life-long friends and often told his family how much he loved his time there. He earned his administration and counseling degrees from Illinois State University and moved his family to Cissna Park in 1992 when he was hired as the high school principal. He served as the Cissna Park High School principal from 1992-2009 when he retired.

Jeff had a wide range of hobbies and interests. He was a great chef who made the best spaghetti and barbeque. He loved sitting on his porch, watching his purple martins, taking golf cart rides with Marilyn to talk to neighbors, and mowing around the lake. He loved to go into his basement and paint beautiful pictures that he gave to those he loved. He loved going to Colts games with his wife and son. Jeff was an avid fan of Cissna Park athletics and he hated missing even one game. His favorite moments included his grandkids. He loved going to their games, snuggling them, playing board games, teaching them how to paint and create, and watching old movies. He was so very proud of them and the people they were becoming. Jeff loved being at his home and often told his family that he didn’t want to leave because he had everything he needed right here.

Visitation will be held from 3:00-8:00 pm on Wednesday, January 7th at the Knapp Funeral Home in Cissna Park. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 8th at 11:00 am at Christian Bible Church in Cissna Park with Pastor Steve Hall officiating. Burial will follow in the Cissna Park Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Cissna Park Athletics (checks made to Cissna Park Schools), the Cissna Park Education Foundation, or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Please share a memory of Jeff at www.knappfuneralhomes.com.

Jerome “Jerry” C. Cotter, 59, of Iroquois passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2026 at his residence. He was born on April 11, 1966 in Watseka, the son of Jerome C. Cotter and Jane King of Sheldon. Jerry was preceded in death by his father and stepfather.

Jerry married Jessica Scifers on September 10, 2011 in Watseka and she survives.

Also surviving are his children, Michael (Whitney) Cotter of Ashkum, Chris (Brittany) Cotter of Chebanse, and Cody (Courtney) Cotter of St. Anne; mother, Jane King of Sheldon; stepchildren, Kasey Nye, Lexi Bower, Ashley Emery, and AJ Rogers; one sister, Janice Cotter of Watseka; four grandchildren, Chloe, Charli, Finn, and Kaylynn Cotter; and his pride and joy, his dog, Titan.

Jerry was born and raised in Iroquois County. Jerry was a Heavy Equipment Operator for Local #150 at the Newton County Landfill for 29 years. He was also a Village Trustee for several years. Jerry enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and tending to his gardening.

Funeral services will be at noon on Thursday, January 8, 2026 at the Knapp Funeral Home in Watseka. There will be a two-hour visitation prior to the funeral beginning at 10:00 a.m. also at the funeral home. Cremation rites will be accorded with no burial at this time.

Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice.

Please share a memory of Jerry at www.knappfuneralhomes.com.

Brenda A. St. Peter, 81, of Watseka passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2026 at Prairieview Lutheran Home in Danforth. She was born on August 28, 1944 in Watseka, a daughter of Edwin and Lorriane (Doeden) Goldenstein and they preceded her in death. Brenda married Dale E. St. Peter on March 6, 1965 in Danforth and he preceded her in death on May 20, 2006.

Brenda is survived by one son, James (Jenifer) St. Peter of Gilman; one daughter, Julie St. Peter of Mahomet; three grandchildren, Logan (Jordan) St. Peter of Gilman, Nathan (Rachel) St. Peter of Lincoln, Emily St. Peter (Fiancé, Tibaldo Alvarez) of Champaign; one great-grandson, Oliver St. Peter; and one sister, Sharon Borchers of Gilman.

Brenda was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Milford. She enjoyed gardening and bird watching.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Trinity Church in Watseka. The funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Tim Tammen officiating. Burial will follow at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Watseka.

Memorials may be made to Iroquois Memorial Hospice, Lutheran Church Charities K-9 Comfort Dog Ministries (3020 Milwaukee Avenue, Northbrook, IL 60062), or to the donor’s choice.

Please share a memory of Brenda at www.knappfuneralhomes.com.