Rosaline Louise Crofford, 97, of Thompsonville, IL, passed away at 1:19 p.m., on Saturday, February 22, 2020, at Stonebridge Senior Living Center, Benton, IL, surrounded by her family.

She was born on May 11, 1922, to Edward and Minnie (Anderson) Alexander in Poplar Bluff, MO. Rosaline was a homemaker . On October 6, 1945, she married Leonard Crofford in Hammond, IN, to this union they had five children. Rosaline and Leonard lived in Thompsonville, IL.

Rosaline was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Her family meant the world to her and she enjoyed cooking them cookies. She loved playing board games and cards and was very competitive. She enjoyed fishing and big table puzzles.

She is survived by her loving spouse of 75 years, Leonard Crofford; four children, Ronnie Crofford of West City, IL, Diane Lenz and husband Larry of Galesburg, IL, Leonard Crofford and wife Gail of Lake Village, IN, and Sharon Wright and husband Ron of Bailey, CO; twelve grandchildren, Ronnie Crofford and wife Uney, Mark Crofford and wife Pat, Scott Crofford, Jamie Marlow and wife Annette, Michelle Early, Josh Marlow and wife Misty, Derrek Crofford and wife Christie, Jonathan Crofford and wife Tina, Brandon Wright, Ashley Murphy and husband Shawn, Bradly Wright, Kaily Wright; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; and one sister, Mary Luhman.

Rosaline was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Minnie Alexander; one daughter, Connie Watson; one grandson, Rod Watson; and 11 brothers and sisters.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 South Main St., Benton, IL.

Visitation will be held Friday, February 28, 2020, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 29, 2020, 10:00 a.m., at Pate Funeral Home, with Rev. Howard Johnson, officiating. Burial will follow services at Denning Cemetery, West Frankfort, IL.

Memorials contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and will be accepted at the funeral home.

Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.

Roger Lee Rone, 63, of Akin, IL, passed away at 2:20 p.m., on Sunday, February 23, 2020, Helia Health Care of Benton.

He was born on August 4, 1956, to Robert and Shirley (Thomas) Rone in Chicago, IL. Roger was a retired welder. On October 3, 1975, he married Janet Darnell in Benton, IL.

Roger was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He enjoyed singing and playing his guitar, fishing, and spending time with his two sons go-cart racing.

He is survived by his loving spouse of 45 years, Janet Rone; two sons, Jason Rone and wife Amanda of Benton, KY, and Travis Rone of Akin, IL; granddaughter, Emma Rone; sister, Roberta Bayless and husband Jimmie; brother, Robert Wayne Rone; mother-in-law, Melba Darnell; sister-in-law, Debbie Link and husband Dave; brother-in-law, Keith Darnell and wife Bobbi; and many nieces and nephews.

Roger was preceded in death by parents, Robert Lee and Shirley Ann Rone; granddaughter, Addyson Rone; 3 brothers, Ricky Rone, Ronnie Rone, and Roy Rone; father-in-law, Carl Dean Darnell; and sister-in-law, Amy Rone.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 S. Main St., Benton, IL.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 26, 2020, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 26, 2020, 1:00 p.m. at Pate Funeral Home, with Pastor Roger Webb, officiating. Burial will take place in the Brady Cemetery.

Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.

Roy Howard Biggs Sr, 92 of East Peoria passed away at 6:20am Monday morning, Feb. 24, 2020 at Unity Point Hospital. Family was at his side when he took his last breath.

Roy was born Feb 21, 1928 in Mulkeytown, Illinois to Clyde and Sylvia Biggs. Roy married Iona Faye Essex Feb 22, 1950. She passed away Jan 16, 2011. Roy is survived by two sons; Stan (Linda) Biggs and Roy (Linda) Biggs both of Creve Coeur, Illinois; 9 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Also surviving is one brother David Biggs from Mulkeytown, Illinois. Roy loved spending time with family and friends, especially the younger great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM on Saturday, Feb 29, at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher with Rev. Kurt Jensen officiating. Visitation will be on Saturday from 12:00 PM until the time of the service at 2:00 PM. Roy will be laid to rest next to his wife Iona in the Mulkeytown Cemetary.

Roy served in the Army and was a Korean Veteran. Roy received 2 Purple Hearts, 3 Bronze Stars, The Combat Infantry Badge, Special Medallion from the President of South Korea, United Nations Medallion and the Korean Campaign with 2 Battle Stars.

Roy retired from Ivex Specialty Paper after 34 years in 1992. He stayed active in his later years with his family and special friend Jean Elam. They were members of the East Side Silver Sneakers looking forward to each day spent with all his friends.
Roy was a wonderful father, brother, grandfather and a friend to anyone. He will be greatly missed by everyone.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the East Peoria Fire and Rescue, 201 W. Washington Street, East Peoria, IL 61610.

Goodbye Roy, we all love you very much.
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