Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Jim Gillen Has Passed Away
Monday, September 30, 2024
Don Bivens Has Passed
Donald Lee Bivens Jr., 77, of Illiopolis, passed away on September 27, 2024, with his children by his side. Don fought courageously through many health struggles over the last decade. He was the beloved husband of Sue (Quigley), with whom he was blessed to spend the last 35 years together.
Born in 1947 in Decatur, Illinois, he was the son of Donald Bivens Sr. and Margaret (Mehsling) Bivens. After graduating from MacArthur High School, he joined the U.S. Army and proudly served his country during the Vietnam War in the 87th Combat Engineering Company. As a proud military veteran, Don enjoyed speaking to fellow veterans about their shared experiences.
Don is remembered for his work at Shur-Co in Decatur, first as a branch manager and then as a regional sales manager, a position which afforded him the opportunity to travel to areas such as Nova Scotia, Oregon, Canada, and Florida. He retired from the company in 2009.
Upon retirement, Don’s love for traveling took him all across the United States and the Caribbean with his dearest Sue, with Vero Beach, Florida, and Branson, Missouri, among his favorite destinations. Camping was also a favorite pastime of Don’s, and he enjoyed relaxing and spending time with his family at various campgrounds throughout the United States. For much of his life, Don also had a passion for antiques, and he was the proud owner of three antique stores in central Illinois. Notably, Don was known by his family as a devout Christian who loved the Lord. His favorite topics for prayer were his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, all who were close to his heart.
Don is survived by his wife, Sue; daughters Jennifer Bivens and Catherine Bivens; sons Don (Krista) Bivens and Tim Bivens; stepchildren Janna (Dennis) Drew and Jerry (Amy) Aldridge; 19 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and brother Steve (Ailyn) Bivens.
Don was preceded in death by his parents.
Friday, August 23, 2024
Jackie Travato Passes Away
After battling heart surgery complications for months, Jackie Travato Unger passed away on August 22, 2024. She lived in New Braunfels , Texas. Married on March 31, 1967. She studied at Millikin University. Daughter of Helen & John, sister to Tommy, Devout Catholic, wife of 57 years to Mike, mother to a daughter, grandma of 3, granny great to Lincoln.
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Susan (Todd) Woolington
Susan J. Woolington
December 16, 1947 - June 22, 2024
Sue married Gary Woolington on September 28, 1989. Gary preceded her in death on March 8, 2023.
Sue was always busy and lived a life full of passion and dedication. She volunteered at Holy Family when her grandchildren attended, sold insurance for Prudential for many years, and spent her last year’s taking care of the community at Mari Mann Herb Co. Sue was a devout Catholic and a member of Our Lady Of The Holy Spirit. Her greatest joy was spending time with her children and loving her grandchildren, always rounding them up for an outing. She loved football, not for any specific team, but for the game itself. She also enjoyed reading, solving the world’s problems, and a good martini.
Sue is survived by her children: Amy (Scott) Hartman, Ronald "RL" Lugari Jr., Megan (Mike) Smith, Michelle (Cory) Matusas, and Kyle (Laura) Woolington; her sister, Sharon Wade; her grandchildren: Chastin, Bryana, Ashton, Leo, Nathaniel, Lily, Ella, Elia, Tatum, Grayson, Gracie, Laynee, Gianna, Liana, and Mila; her nieces, Tricia and Jenny; and her nephew, Owen. She is also survived by special friends who became family, Jason and Molly Summers and Jamie Lugari.
Sue was greeted in heaven by her parents and husband. No doubt she was met with a heartfelt "Hey Susie" from Gary.
A private graveside service will be held at Camp Butler for family. Moran & Goebel Funeral Home is assisting with the arrangements.
Sue’s warm spirit, kind heart, and unwavering love for those around her will be greatly missed. Her legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
Friday, February 9, 2024
Charles J. Holliday Has Passed Away
Charles Joseph Holliday
Sept. 18, 1946 - Feb. 6, 2024
DECATUR - Charles Joseph Holliday, 77, of Decatur, IL, passed away February 6, 2024, at McLean County Nursing Home, Normal, IL.
Charles was born, September 18, 1946 in Decatur, IL, the son of Walter Francis and Lorene Edna (Kalinski) Holliday.
Charles married Vicki Morvan in 2013 in Decatur, IL.
Charles was a veteran of the US Army serving during the Vietnam Era. Following his military service Charles worked as a delivery driver, delivering gas cylinders.
During his leisure time, he loved to fish at Lake Shelbyville, and was involved in area fishing clubs.
Surviving are his stepson, Tynan Morvan of Decatur, IL.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Vicki; and his parents.
Funeral service will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Wednesday February 14, 2024, at the funeral home.
Saturday, December 30, 2023
Tom Manship Dies
Tom Manship of the MacArthur High School Class of 1965 died on December 17, 2023.