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Death of Alan L. Ashby

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Alan L. Ashby, 91, of Carlinville, was called to Heaven on Sunday, July 21, 2024, at his home in Carlinville. Alan was born in rural Macoupin County on May 18, 1933, to Clarence Ottis and Myrle Anderson Ashby. In 1946, Clarence married Ruth Mitchell of Palmyra, and she became the beloved stepmother of Clarence’s seven children.

Alan met Georgia F. Maguire while attending Northwester High School, and they married in Carlinville on April 4, 1952. They raised their family in Hettick, until moving to Carlinville in 1962.

Alan worked at Allis Chalmers in Springfield until 1957, when he began working at Schien Body and Equipment in Carlinville. Alan had many jobs at Schien, including, mechanic, welder, ship foreman, and plant supervisor. Alan left Schien in 1980 to work at Cisco Trucking for the next 5 years. This was a hard decision for Alan. He valued his time at Schien and enjoyed working for the Schien family. Alan and his good friend, Norm Crays, bought Plaza Truck Service in 1986, and together grew the business and eventually started Carlinville Truck Equipment. Though the businesses were divided years ago, Norm and Alan remained the best of friends. Alan continued to work until June of this year, when he was no longer able. Alan was very proud to have worked in the trucking industry for 67 years.

Alan’s faith was the most important element in his life. He attended the Carlinville Assembly of God for many years, where he taught Sunday school and rarely missed a service. He lived in his faith in God and trusted his Lord in all aspects of his life.

Alan was preceded in death by his wife Georgia F. Maguire Ashby, son-in-law, Kent (Genny) Young, his parents, Clarence O. Ashby and Myrle O. Keenan, his dear stepmother, Ruth E. Mitchell Ashby, sister, Phyllis Ashby and her husband Don L. Hopper, brother, Donald E. Ashby, and his wife, Darlene E. Harris Ashby, his brother-in-law, Paul D. (Carol) Nevin, and brother-in-law, C.J. (Linda) Stewart.

Alan is survived by his seven children; Genevieve “Genny” Young of Eureka, Rhonda (Russell) Coulter of Sparta, Mary (Ted) Robbins of Springfield, Margaret (John) Norris of Carlinville, Paula Striplin of Springfield, James “Andy” (Cindy) Ashby of Carlinville, and Jonathan “Jon” Ashby of Carlinville, 21 grandchildren, 39 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren, also his siblings, Linda Stewart, Carol Nevin, Marilyn “Joyce” Ashby, and Gary (Rosemary) Ashby, as well as many beloved nieces, nephews, and their extended families. Alan will be deeply missed by all that had the privilege of knowing him.

Alan’s family wishes to express their love and thanks to all who have supported them in this time of grief. With sincere gratitude and love for their sacrifices, they expressly wish to thank their sister Margaret and her husband John Norris for the love they showed Alan by living with him for the past 12 years. They extended Dad’s comfort and enjoyment in life in so many ways.

Alan was a member of the Macoupin County Civil War Roundtable, Mid-West Truckers Association, Service Specialist Association, and the ROMEO breakfast group.

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Visitation will be held on Monday, July 29, 2024, 4:00 to 7:00 pm at Carlinville First Church, Carlinville. Funeral services will be conducted at 10:00 am, Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at Carlinville First Church, Carlinville. Burial will follow in Charity Cemetery, Carlinville.

Memorials may be made to Carlinville First Church. Davis-Anderson Funeral Home, Carlinville, is in charge of arrangements. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Alan Ashby, please visit www.davis-andersonfuneralhome.com

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Obituary of Nicole Lynn “Nikki” Wilson

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Nicole Lynn “Nikki” Wilson, 34 of Litchfield, passed away at 4:04 p.m. on Friday, February 14, 2025, at HSHS St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield. She was born on January 15, 1991, a daughter of Gregory Dwayne and Rhoda LeAnn (Goodwater) Wilson.

Nikki was employed for many years at Taco Bell and most recently at Casey’s South State Street location and Aperion, all in Litchfield. She and Adriane Morgan Davis were married September 21, 2019, in Litchfield. She survives. Nikki loved playing softball, fishing, hunting and camping. She cherished time spent with her family and friends and enjoyed being aunt to her 9 nieces and nephews.

Nikki is survived by her wife, Adriane Morgan Davis of Litchfield; parents, Greg and LeAnn Wilson of Litchfield; maternal grandmother, Rhoda Jean (Striplin) Vaniter of Gillespie; brother, Charles “Rob” (Jennie) Wilson of Litchfield; sister, Jamie (Dustin) Jones of Litchfield; several aunts, uncles, and cousins; and nieces and nephews, Isaac, Summer, Gabe, Easton, Koralyne, Thea, Morgan, Arryk and Alaska.

Nikki was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Chuck and Darlene Wilson; maternal grandfather, Robert Goodwater; maternal step-grandfather, Alfred Vaniter; and maternal great-grandmother, Lenora Striplin.

Funeral services for Nikki will be held at 12:00 noon on Friday, February 21, 2025, at Plummer Funeral Home in Litchfield. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 10:00 a.m. until service time. The family respectfully asks that in lieu of flowers, memorials be directed to the family of Nikki Wilson, c/o LeAnn Wilson. Plummer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Obituary of Frances A. Hudgins

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Frances A. Hudgins, 78 of Carlinville, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025, at Carlinville Rehab & Health Care in Carlinville. Frances was born on March 7, 1946, in Irvington, AL, a daughter of Albert Grady and Allie Mae Hayes Chance.

She married William “Willie” June 7, 1962, in Mobile, AL. He later passed on February 25, 2020. Frances was a homemaker who loved to crochet and garden. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a member of the New Beginnings Church in Girard.

Frances is survived by her son, Ronnie William (Joyce) Hudgins of Chesterfield; daughter, Tammie Renay (Dave) Hauter of Carlinville; six grandchildren, Timothy (Sara) Newingham, Tyler (Brooke) Newingham, Kelsey (Tristian) Ponce, Shelbie Tandy, Anthony Hudgins, and Alicia Terpening; several great-grandchildren; and sister, Louise Thompson of AL.

Frances was preceded in death by her parents and spouse, William “Willie” E. Hudgins.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 20, 2025, 9:00 to 11:00 am at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Carlinville. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Carlinville. Burial will follow in Prairie Lawn Cemetery, Carlinville.

Memorials may be made to New Beginnings Church Girard, IL. Davis-Anderson Funeral Home, Carlinville is in charge of arrangements.

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Brooke Elizabeth Powell, age 37, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, following an automobile accident in McLean County. Brooke was born in Chicago at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke’s Hospital, on March 17, 1987.

She was adopted by Christie and John Powell and brought home to Carlinville when she was just eight days old. Brooke graduated from Carlinville High School with the class of 2005, followed by four years at Illinois State University, graduating with a degree in Ag. She worked in the field of Ag for eight years at ADM in Decatur and four years at Central Illinois Ag in Atlanta, Illinois.

Brooke’s true passion, from the time she was a little girl, was anything and everything to do with horses, which eventually led her to start her own business called Independently Equine. She offered services including teaching riding lessons, horse management, barn organization and management, professional scribing and judging, show coaching, and consulting on horse purchases.

Her mission was to aid in the positive growth of relationships between horse and rider. She used a compassionate approach to all types of learning and communication. Brooke was born with a big heart for others. She was kind, caring, fun-loving and had a great laugh, beautiful smile, and gave the best hugs. She was loved by many and will be deeply missed by her family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her father, John; uncles, Jim Powell and Dan Curtis; and grandparents, Dot and Bob Beard and Jake and Mildred Powell.

She is survived by her mother, Chris; companion, Joe Greene; uncles and aunts, Marc Beard, Rex (Gail) Beard and Mary Curtis; as well as cousins, Geoff (Emily) Curtis, Bond (Drew) Wyman, Ryan (Sheila) Beard, and young cousins Xander, Asher, and Aria Wyman, and Robert Beard. She is also survived by a large number of extended family members. She leaves behind, too, her beloved dog, Tovi, and her two horses, Sweet Pea and Betsy. Sweet Pea has been with Brooke since she was 14 years old.

Visitation will take place Tuesday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on February 18 at the Carlinville United Methodist Church with the funeral on Wednesday, February 19 at 11:00 a.m. also at CUMC. Memorials may be given to the Carlinville High School FFA, 4H, Macoupin County Animal Shelter, or Benld Adopt-A-Pet. Davis-Anderson Funeral Homes, LTD, Carlinville is in charge of arrangements.

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