The Obituary Section

Jahon Hawkins

, Illinois

Jahon JDad Russell Hawkins 29 of Danville gained his Heavenly wings on Thursday August 6th. He was able to pass surrounded by those he loved. Per her wishes JDad will be cremated and only private family services were held. Jahon was born in Urbana Illinois on May 30 1997 to Marcus McKinney and Tonya Hawkins. He attended Mark Denman Elementary School when it was called East Park and North Ridge Middle School. JDad enjoyed being outside he loved to sit on the porch in his wheelchair and enjoy nature. He loved watching cartoons especially Spongebob which made him laugh every time. Jahon loved being around his family taking rides in the car and enjoying his favorite snacks. Jahon leaves behind his parents Tonya Hawkins and Marcus McKinney both of Danville several siblings his favorite sister Jatiya Hawkins of Danville his grandpa Russell Hawkins of Danville his grandma Diana StephensCarter of…

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Lillian Decker

, Illinois

July 19, 2012

Lillian Eugena Decker age 14 of Danville IL gained her angel wings on Saturday 882026 surrounded by her loving family. Born on July 20 2012 in Springfield IL. She was later adopted by Laura and David Decker. She brought immense light laughter and joy to everyone who knew her. During her precious time with us Lillian loved her talking Tom doll her tablet her TV. She also loved singing and dancing. She loved laughing and talking with her siblings and cousins. Though her time here was far too short she touched countless lives and taught us the true meaning of pure love and resilience. Lillian is survived by her loving parents Laura and David Decker her brothers and sisters and many special cousins. The family would like to express a special note of a thanks to Lillians sister Meranda for all the help and care of holding down the house…

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Charles Fitzsimmons

, Illinois

Charles Wilford Fitzsimmons 94 of Tilton slipped away peacefully on Tuesday August 18 2026 at 540am. Private graveside services will be held at Oakhill Cemetery where he will be laid beside his son. Charles was born on November 20 1931 in Danville to Harold and Madge Pichon Fitzsimmons. He attended Oakwood schools and enlisted in the US Army in 1949 where he proudly served his country and earned several stars and medals. Upon his return stateside Charles was a truck driver for many years for Yellow Freight the Coal Mine and finally for Teamsters where he retired. When he wasnt working Charles enjoyed driving stock cars and sharing a good cup of coffee with his friends. Charles leaves behind his wife Joann whom he has spent the past sixtynine years with his daughter Lori Fitzsimmons his grandchildren Myretta Fitzsimmons Rick Wagner Charles Fitzsimmons Jr Haylee Merritt Tavis Denhart his greatgrandchildren…

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Vinnia Anderson

, Illinois

Vinnia pronounced Viney Anderson 101 of Danville passed away at her home on Tuesday August 18 2026. Visitation will be from 10am to Noon on Monday August 24 2026 at Kruger Funeral Home 10 E. Williams Street in Danville. Services will follow at Noon with Pastor Raymie Gordon officiating. Following services Vinnia will be laid to rest in Greenwood Cemetery beside her husband James. Vinnia was born in Walker County Alabama on July 24 1925 to Henry David and Beulah Mae Stacks Holley. She attended school in Coal Springs Alabama through the 8th grade. She married James Ivy Anderson on March 9 1940 in Pineywoods Alabama and the two moved to the Danville area in 1947 so Jim could work at GM. Vinnia never worked outside the home but did the hardest job there is raising her children and making their house a home. Vinnia enjoyed fishing doing Crossword puzzles…

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Janet Anderson

, Illinois

Janet Irene Anderson 87 of Danville passed away peacefully on Thursday August 13 2026 at Heritage Health of Hoopeston. Per her wishes she has chosen to be cremated and a graveside service at Danville National Cemetery will be at 1pm on Friday August 21 2026. Janet was born March 5 1939 in Danville to Arthur and Mary Gravat Kinney. She attended Danville and Oakwood schools. Janet was a dedicated employee who worked at Heatcraft for thirtysix years and later at County Market for fifteen years. She loved watching The Game Show Network and scratching her crossword lottery tickets. Janet married Harold Lee Anderson on April 6 1979 and the two shared twentyeight years together before his passing in 2007. They are now reunited in Heaven. Janet will be greatly missed by her children Cathy Rick Herron Jackie Don McCall and Delbert Victoria Lallathin her six grandchildren and her nine greatgrandchildren.…

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