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Death of Christopher M. Whitlock

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Christopher M. Whitlock, 49 of Gillespie, passed away on October 22, 2022, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis surrounded by his family. Even through two battles with cancer and an accident that left him paralyzed, Chris exhibited an immense amount of courage in facing life’s challenges with a smile and stayed strong to the end. 

Chris was born on May 3, 1973, to Michael Whitlock and Darlene Robinson Gregory. Growing up, Chris was hard-headed and mischievous. After literally running off with the circus when he was 18, he obtained his GED. Then, he pursued a career in animal agriculture working most recently for Jarden Farms in Bunker Hill as a farm manager. Within this position, he oversaw dairy operations and also provided seasonal farming help. 

Chris was most proud to be a dad and an uncle. He had one son, Jason. When Jason was playing sports, you could always find Chris in the stands or on the sidelines cheering him on. He was Jason’s biggest fan. Chris loved to spoil his nieces and nephews too and he loved to see them smile. He attended any t-ball and soccer games that he was able. He was kind-hearted and eager to support others in any way. 

Chris was an avid sports fan namely a fan of the St Louis Cardinals, St Louis Blues, and Pittsburgh Steelers. He loved gathering groups of family or friends together to attend these sporting events. Chris also spent much time helping with youth sports in the area. He coached little league football and wrestling. He was an umpire for youth sports organizations, lead the Gillespie JFL Mustangs football program for several years, and helped to create a youth wrestling program in Gillespie.

When Jason was in high school, Chris also volunteered his time with the Gillespie Miners football team helping keep stats on the sideline, and the Gillespie Miners track & field program helping run timers and keep stats during track meets. 

Chris is survived by his mother, Darlene (Bernard) Gregory; father, Michael Whitlock (companion Brenda Hillhouse); son, Jason Whitlock; and siblings, Kyle Gregory (companion Evelyn Farrell), Brittany (Matthew) Frizzo, Samantha (Shawn) Jack, Erin (John) Schwartz, Shane (Sonya) Gregory, Linda (William) Klopmeier, and Don (Tricia) Gregory. He also had several nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, and cousins who loved him dearly. 

Chris was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Richard Robinson and Rose Robinson; his paternal grandparents, Earl and Fern Whitlock; and his aunt, Peggy Kahl. 

Visitation will be on Saturday, October 29, 2022, at United Methodist Church of Gillespie from 9 to 11 a.m. A memorial service will be on Saturday, October 29, 2022, at United Methodist Church of Gillespie at 11 a.m. 

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Memorials are suggested to Gillespie Minor Soccer Association or Gillespie JFL Mustangs organization. Kravanya Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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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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