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Patricia K. Kroninger, 75, of Quincy, Ill., died Friday, Jan. 1, 2021, at 12:29 a.m. in Blessing Hospital.
Patricia was born May 2, 1945 in Mexico, a daughter of Edwin and Agnes Abele Seckler. She married Larry L. Kroninger on Oct. 20, 1962 in Tucson, Ariz. He preceded her in death on May 29, 2015.
Patricia spent her early years as a stay at home mom and a homemaker. After the children were grown, she continued her education in bookkeeping and accounting. She became the full time bookkeeper for her son s business, Chandake, LLC. Patricia also worked part time as a caregiver at her daughter s business, Comfort Keepers. In her spare time, Patricia enjoyed crocheting, and she made many blankets for her family, including baby blankets for all of the grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Patricia also liked to travel, especially with her husband, Larry. They would take annual trips to Colorado and over
William Melvin Billy Pilkerton, III, 54 of California, MD passed away on Monday, January 4, 2021 at MedStar St. Mary s Hospital, Leonardtown, MD due to complications of Covid-19.
Billy was born on Wednesday, October 26, 1966 in Leonardtown, MD to his loving parents William Melvin Pilkerton, Jr. and Agnes Cecelia.
Billy was the loving husband of Kimberly Ann (Pingleton) Pilkerton whom he married on May 16, 1992 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Bushwood, MD. They were Blessed with two beautiful daughters Jessica Cecelia in October 2001 and Ann Mary in January 2006.
Billy is survived by his wife Kimberly Ann and daughter Jessica Cecelia, his mother Agnes Cecelia, his siblings Janet Williams (Gary Ridgell) of Leonardtown, MD, Charlie Pilkerton (Tammy) of Clements, MD, Judy Willey (David) of Hollywood, MD, Joanne Namyst (Joe) of Waldorf, MD and mother-in-law Sarah Jean Pingleton of Clements, MD. Billy also leaves behind his dog Lady .
Muralists bring beauty to dozens of churches
Wes Huett Journal Star
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Murals adorn Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Peoria. Artist Andrew Hattermann and the artists of Murals by Jericho have built a successful business painting and beautifying churches all over the country and the world.Matt Dayhoff | Journal Star (AP)Show MoreShow Less
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A set of paintings depicting the resurrection surround a crucifix in the sanctuary of St. Mark’s Catholic Church in Peoria.Matt Dayhoff | Journal Star (AP)Show MoreShow Less
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PEORIA (AP) No matter how intricate the art or meaningful the message, Andrew Hattermann says his studio’s work comes down to one simple thing: Beauty.
Jeff Taylor was perhaps best known on the Central Coast for his association with the successful agribusiness family of the eponymous Taylor Farms. But he was also actively engaged in politics, as a repeat candidate for office who sought positions as California s governor and a member of Congress representing District 20.
Taylor died at age 61 on Dec. 29, 2020 in Salinas, his hometown, surrounded by members of his family.Â
Undeterred by his low odds of political success in a blue district, Taylor ran for public office on a faith-based platform repeatedly, and said he was instructed by God to seek elected office. He ran three times as a Republican against long-time Democratic Congressman Sam Farr.
James “Jim” J. Vainer 1936 - 2021 James “Jim” J. Vainer 1936 - 2021
James “Jim” J. Vainer, 84, passed away Friday, January 1, 2021, at Via Christi St Francis Campus in Wichita. Jim was born July 23, 1936, in Hillsboro, the son of Joseph and Elsie (Krch) Vainer. He was united in marriage to Dorothy Pflieger on November 5, 1957, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Salina.
Jim had been a resident of Great Bend since 1971, coming from Concordia. He had been in the glass profession over 63 years, working at PPG as a sales rep, part owner of Jimlo and part time as an advisor for Quality Glass. His love of life was the farm and being outdoors, including hunting, fishing, boating and later, 4-wheeling and riding his gator. Jim loved spending time with his family.