Obituaries
Death of James J. “Jimmy” Boyer
James J. “Jimmy” Boyer, age 52, of Chattanooga, TN, formerly of Staunton, passed away surrounded by his brother and sister-in-law at their home on February 8, 2023. James was born on January 31, 1971, to John and Rebecca (Seger) Boyer in Belleville.
James is the dear father of Megan (Dillon) Lawrence of San Antonio, Texas and Ashley Boyer of Staunton. He is the beloved brother of John (Monica) Boyer also of Chattanooga, TN and Susan (Juan) Cruz of Coamo, Puerto Rico. James was preceded in death by his parents, John and Rebecca (Seger) Boyer as well as aunts, uncles, and cousins.
James is survived by his two loving daughters, Megan (Dillon) Lawrence and Ashley Boyer; his brother, John (Monica) Boyer; sister, Susan (Juan) Cruz; as well as his dear nephews and nieces, Logan (Laynie) Boyer, Gabrielle (Mike Mihelcic) Boyer, Dalton (Whitney) Honnies, and Taylor (Zachary) Rhodes; and great nephews and niece, Lincoln Boyer, Maris Rhodes and Grady Honnies.
Jimmy is also survived by his ex-wife, friend, and mother of his daughters, Jennifer (Boettcher) Boyer of Staunton, as well as his uncles and several cousins.
Jimmy loved life and being with his family. The most simple happenings in life made Jimmy happy. He was well known for his kind and genuine personality. Jimmy was proud to have worked as a custodian at Staunton Unit Schools for several years and made many special friends during his time there.
His move to Tennessee in 2021 was one of his proudest accomplishments as he became a member of Labor Local 846 of Chattanooga and worked as a union laborer for Shimmick Construction Company. As always, Jimmy’s respectful nature made him fit in with his new coworkers and he leaves behind many friends.
As per Jimmy’s wishes, direct cremation has taken place at Companion Funeral Home in Cleveland, TN. Family and friends are welcome to attend a celebration of life which will be held at the VFW in Staunton on Saturday, March 4 from 1 to 4:00 p.m.
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Nancy Ilene Weller, 74, of Gillespie, died at St. John’s Hospital, Springfield, on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at 2:52 pm. She was born June 4, 1949, in Litchfield, to Charles Giller and Margaret Whitman Giller. She married Kenneth Raymond Weller, Sr., on August 17, 1968, in Litchfield. He preceded her in death on December 5, 2011.
She was a caregiver. Nancy loved horses, reading, and her grandchildren.
She is survived by her children, Chester (Katina) Weller of Gillespie, Luke Weller of Gillespie, Spring Weller (spouse, Phillip Benner) of Fowler, IN, 6 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild, 5 brothers, and sisters.
Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, spouse, 4 brothers, and sisters.
No public services are scheduled. Memorials are suggested to Shriners Hospitals for Children. Anyone wishing to send an online condolence may do so at www.kravanyafuneral.com. Kravanya Funeral Home, Gillespie, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Beverly Kay Brown, 82, of Gillespie, died at Gillespie Health and Rehab Center, Gillespie, on Friday, March 8, 2024, at 8:45 am. She was born October 4, 1941, in Litchfield, to Mario Meldi and Opal Olston Meldi. She married Bob Brown on October 30, 1976.
She worked for the State of Illinois in title transferring and data processing. Beverly enjoyed reading and was an avid reader of People’s magazine.
She is survived by her spouse, Bob Brown of Gillespie, children, Joell (Sid) Flyte of Edwardsville, Jackie (Larry) Fear of The Villages, FL, Kathy Giesler of Mattoon, Kim (Joe) Brittin of Springfield, Jane (Greg) Hallum of Ishpeming, MI, Lori Brown of Temecula, CA, grandchildren, Breanna Leake, Dominique Flyte, Addie Flyte, Bradley Fear, David Fear, Brad Brittin, Melissa Casad, Amanda Kozak, Jaime Galloway, Jaimee Dobson, Jenny Knight, Emily Nault, Elyssa Gregurash, Erin Baldini, many great-grandchildren, brothers, Ron (Corky) Meldi of Nitro, WV, and sisters-in-law, June Swan and Loni Cloyd. Beverly was preceded in death by her parents, grandson, Jedd Hallum, and brother-in-law, Preston Brown.
Friends may call on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at Kravanya Funeral Home, Gillespie, from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm. Funeral services are Thursday, March 14, 2024, at 1:00 pm at Kravanya Funeral Home, Gillespie. Burial will be at Benld Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to SS Simon and Jude Church. Anyone wishing to send an online condolence may do so at www.kravanyafuneral.com Kravanya Funeral Home, Gillespie, is in charge of the arrangements.
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Darrell Leon Hoffstot, 69, of Gillespie, died at St. Francis Hospital, Litchfield, on Saturday, March 2, 2024. He was born October 2, 1954, in Granite City, to Willard Lee Hoffstot and Hazel Mae Holloway Hoffstot.
He was retired after having been an assembler for Echlin. Darrell enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, and water skiing.
He is survived by his sons, Zachary Hoffstot of Mt. Olive, and Zane Hoffstot of Gillespie, and sisters, Sandra Elledge of Litchfield, and Peggy (Joseph) Fischer. Darrell was preceded in death by his parents, and brother, Victor Hoffstot.
No public services will be held. Anyone wishing to send an online condolence may do so at www.kravanyafuneral.com. Kravanya Funeral Home, Gillespie, is in charge of the arrangements.
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