Nancy Desulis, 80, of Rushville, IL passed away at 1:37 p.m. on Thursday January 24, 2025 at Beardstown Health & Rehab in Beardstown, IL. She was born on January 25, 1944 in Fayetteville, AR a daughter to the late Millard Franklin Holcombe and Eva Louise Faust Holcombe. She married Thomas Desulis on August 7, 1965 in Elms Spring, AR. He survives. She is also survived by (1) son, Michael Anton Desulis of Rushville, IL, (1) daughter, Kathryn Leigh Desulis of Berwyn, IL, (2) grandchildren, Brian and Eric Desulis of Rushville, IL, (1) sister, Frankie Hawk of Friendsville, TN, (1) niece Denise Compton of Friendsville, TN, (1) sister-in-law, Janet (James) Hissong of Yorkville, IL. Nancy attended High School in Springdale, AR. She lived and worked in Alexandria, LA where she met Tom who was an US Air Force Airman from Central Illinois. After completing his service, they moved back to Illinois to raise their family on the farm. With the children grown, Nancy attended WIU and received a B.A. degree, Summa Cum Laude Graduate, and worked as a Graphic designer for WIU in Macomb, IL. She was a member of the Phi Kappa Phi and Honors College, Rushville Junior Women’s Club, Schuyler Co. Depression Glass Club and became a collector of glassware, antiques and art, and Foundation Chair and Board Member of the Rushville Rotary Club.  Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday January 27, 2025 at Sugar Grove United Methodist Church with Rev. Charla Meyers officiating. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service on Monday.  In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the Sugar Grove United Methodist Church and The Parkinson’s Foundation.

Ricky Lee Pearce, 62, of Rushville passed away peacefully Tuesday, January 14 at 3:20 p.m. at Mount Sterling Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Mount Sterling, IL. Rick was born April 19, 1962 in Centralia, Ill to Mary and Richard Pearce. He married Tracy Lyn Maxfield August 4, 1984 in Centralia, IL. She survives, along with his mother, his son, Jared (Sarah) Pearce of Rushville, daughter Shea Pearce (David Crow) of Texas, and grandsons Atticus and Sawyer Pearce, with another grandchild on the way, sister Cindy (David) Hayes of Centralia, IL, brother Gary (Marsha) Pearce of North Carolina, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father. Rick devoted his life to the ministry until his death, working as the lead pastor of Sandoval Baptist Church in Sandoval, IL, bringing the word of God to countless souls over the years and growing youth programming in the church. He continued praying with residents during his retirement. He was a lifelong St. Louis Cardinals fan, loved music by The Beach Boys, and enjoyed working on classic cars in his youth. He worked many jobs, ranging from satellite dish installation to a job as a rehabilitation counselor. He obtained his bachelor’s degree in special education from Western Governors University. He enjoyed working on projects in his house with his children and watching old black and white movies, especially ones featuring Jimmy Stewart. He loved spending time playing with his grandchildren. Private services will be held. Cremation rites have been accorded. Memorials may be made in Rick’s honor to Sandoval Baptist Church or First Southern Baptist Church of Rushville.

 William Dale Root, 72, of Rushville, IL, passed away at 1:14 p.m. on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL.  He was born on December 16, 1952 in Beardstown, IL a son of the late John Wilbur & Sarah Elizabeth Robeson Root.  He attended Rushville High School.  Dale married Mary Ellen Lashbrook on December 1, 1997 in Rushville, IL. She survives along with (1) daughter; April Zeeck & Tim,  (1) son; Andy Root both of Rushville, IL, (2) step-sons; Keith Smith & Linette, Brian Smith & Tralisa, (8) grandchildren; McKenzie Smith, Madison Smith, Alex Triplett, Eric Zeeck, Jake Zeeck, Brennen Smith, Anne Riutzel, Jordan Diane (2) great grandchildren; Barrett Zeeck, Harleigh Sniffen,(1) brother; Neil Root of Rushville, IL, (1) brother-in-law; Thomas Carroll of Beardstown, IL,  numerous nieces & nephews.  He was preceded in death by (1) sister; Rita Carroll  (3) brothers, Harold Root, Richard Root, Roger Root, (1) nephew; Gary Root, He drove a US Mail Truck, worked for Macomb Trucking and Hollenbeck Concrete Inc.  He retired from Rushville-Industry High School as a maintenance man.   He was a boy scout leader and enjoyed weedeating his yard.  Dale loved his children and grandchildren.  He also liked hunting and spending time on his farm with his wife. He is now reunited with his favorite dog Booger & Cow Holly.  Cremation has been accorded, there will be no services. In lieu of flowers if anyone wants to give you may donate to a tree in his honor.

Lyle R. Vail, 89, of Littleton, IL passed away at 9:55 p.m. on Wednesday December 25, 2024 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, IL.  He was born on October 16, 1935 in Industry, IL a son of the late Emerson & Helen Johnston Vail.  He married Doris Mae Cokenour on May 12, 1962 in Rushville, IL.  She preceded him in death on October 21, 2020.  He is survived by (2) sisters; Sandra Auten of Colchester, IL, Marilyn Broemmer of Davenport, IA, (1) brother; Karol Vail of Woodhull, IL,  a special friend Ruby Rice of Rushville, IL, several nieces & nephews.  He was preceded in death by (1) brother; Merle Vail.   After high school graduation he served in the U. S. Army from July 1958 to July 1960. Lyle worked at the Littleton Elevator for 40 years before retiring.  After retirement he helped Kenny Nell farm. He was a member of the Littleton Fire Department since 1967 & was a member of McDonough Telephone Co-Op Board for 27 years. Lyle had many hobbies including carpentry and mechanic work. He really enjoyed helping his friends & neighbors. There wasn’t anything he couldn’t fix. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. Friday, January 3, 2025 at Worthington Funeral Home with Rev. Stacy Tomich officiating. Interment will follow in Rushville City Cemetery with Military Honors.  Visitation will be held from 10: 00 a.m. until the time of service on Friday.  In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the Littleton Fire Department.