Birth Date: 1957-08-30

Deceased Date: 2006-01-02

Obituary:
Laura Anderson McBride, 48, of Woodbridge VA, fomerly of Urbana, died Monday (Jan. 2, 2006) at Fairfax Hospital, Fairfax, VA.

Mrs. McBride was born Aug. 30, 1957 at Urbana, a daughter of James and Barbara Lee Anderson. She married Robert McBride on Nov. 9, 1991, in Alexandria, VA. He survives.

Survivors also include her mother of Urbana; and two sisters, Janet Golaszewski of Urbana and Beth Jannusch of St. Joseph.

She was preceded in death by her father.

Mrs. McBride graduated from Urbana High School in 1975. She received her bachelor of arts degree from Western Illinois University in 1980 and began her teaching career in the Illinois public schools from 1980 to 1985.

She received a master of music degree from Virginia's James Madison University in 1987, and was completing course work toward a doctorate in wind conducting from the Cincinnati Conservatory when she was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1991. At that time, she married and relocated to Woodbridge, VA where she lived until her death.

Mrs. McBride's first teaching position in the Washington area was as assistant band director at Woodbridge High School from 1991 to 1992. She then spent eight years as the director of bands at J.E.B. Stuart High School in Falls Church.

She joined the staff at the newly built Westfield High School in September 2000, as director of bands. Her bands consistently received superior ratings at the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association band festival and earned recognition by performances at the Virginia Music Educators Association State Convention, the Festivals of Music Awards Ceremony in Boston, and the Bands of America Festival in Indianapolis.

In addition to her involvement with the Fairfax County Public Schools, she served as head director of American Music Abroad Honor Bands, Choirs, and Orchestras' Blue Tour. Working with AMA each summer, she led select groups of young musicians on two-week concert tours through Europe. She performed regularly as a clarinetist with the Virginia Grand Military Band, Fairfax Academy Band and Capital Wind Symphony.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to "Westfield High School Music Booster Club" as Westfield High School, 4700 Stonecroft Blvd., Chantily, VA 20151, or to a local high school band or music booster group.

Birth Date: 1957-03-16

Deceased Date: 2009-03-17

Birth Date: 1957-10-26

Graduation year: 1975

Deceased Date: 2017-02-06

Obituary:
Donald E. Becker, 59, of Watseka passed away on Monday (Feb. 6, 2017).
Don was born on Oct. 16, 1957, in Urbana, the son of Donald E. "Gene" and Elsie Hendrickson Becker. He married Barbara Baker on Dec. 11, 1982, in Urbana.

He is survived by his wife, Barbie Becker of Watseka; one son, Drew (Melissa) Becker of Dacula, Ga.; one daughter, Brooke (Jack) Derby of Wabash, Ind.; two grandchildren, Noah and Caleb Becker; his mother, Elsie Becker of Sea Cliff, N.Y.; three sisters, Esther (Lou) Gasser of Sea Cliff, N.Y., Phyllis (Scott) Boerman of Whitefish Bay, Wis., and Beth (Mitch) Kasper of Arlington Heights; and one brother, Bill Becker of Sea Cliff, N.Y.

Don was preceded in death by his father.

Mr. Becker worked at Farm Business Farm Management (FBFM) since 1990. He currently served on the board of directors at First Trust and Savings Bank in Watseka as well as served on the Watseka School Board since 2007.

Don was a member of Cornerstone Church.

He loved gardening, fishing and spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Birth Date: 1957-05-06

Graduation year: 1975

Deceased Date: 2018-02-08

Obituary:
Teresa E. Blakley, 60, of Urbana passed away at 4:39 p.m. on Thursday, February 8, 2018 at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana.

Teresa was born in Urbana on May 6, 1957 to parents Edgar "Beefie" and Vera (Cafin) Blacker, they preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death was her brother, Jeffrey Blacker.

In July of 1981 she married Phil S. Blakley in Urbana, he survives. Also surviving is her sister Jennie Jelly of Urbana and her brother Stanley Blacker of Rantoul.

Teresa graduated from Urbana High School and worked for First Student (USD # 116) as a bus driver for twenty-six years.

Birth Date: 1957-01-14

Graduation year: 1975

Deceased Date: 2024-09-20

Obituary:
Osvaldo (Osby) Calle was born on Jan. 14, 1957, in Cochabamba, Bolivia. At age 2, his parents moved to the U.S., where he grew up in Urbana. Later in life, he moved to Arizona.

At age 67, Osby entered eternal rest on Sept. 20, 2024, at HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center, Scottsdale, Ariz.

Osby was preceded in death by his parents, Guillermo Calle and Dora Larrain.

He is survived by his daughter, Amanda Calle; brother, Max (Anne) Calle; and sisters, Mery Jo (Keith) Loague, Rita (Dave) Nelson and Paty (BJ) Stipes. He was also a cherished uncle to his nieces and nephews, Nicholas Calle, Rachel Nelson, Gracie Nelson, Jacob Nelson, Tayler Stipes, Patrick and McKenzie Wampler, Maria Stipes and Kambyl Stipes.

A skilled journeyman carpenter, Osby dedicated his life to his craft with immense pride and precision. His work reflected not only his talent but also the humility and diligence that defined him. Beyond his professional achievements, Osby was known for his selflessness and deep love for those around him. Pre-eminent in his life was his Christian faith. A devoted father and doting uncle, he brought warmth and kindness to every relationship he nurtured.

Osby appreciated the simple joys of life, including a love for food that often brought people together. His humble nature and hardworking spirit left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing him.

He will be deeply missed by all whose lives he touched. May his memory bring comfort to those who loved him.

Birth Date: 1957-07-24

Deceased Date: 2000-02-16

Birth Date: 1956-09-23

Graduation year: 1975

Deceased Date: 2016-03-27

Obituary:
Paul Clifton Jr., 59, of Urbana passed away at 10:18 a.m. Sunday, March 27, 2016, at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana.

He was born to Paul Clifton Sr. and Lillie Clifton (Smith) on Sept. 23, 1956, in Chamapign. Paul graduated from Urbana High School in 1975.

After graduation, he continued his education at Dillard University in New Orleans, La., where he received a bachelor's degree in business administration.

He returned to Illinois and went to work for J.M. Jones. He transferred to the Wisconsin office of J.M. Jones (Super Value) where he worked for 15 years. He returned to the Champaign area and began a career in health care. In 2008, Paul was hired at the University of Illinois.

Paul was baptized at Canaan Baptist Church in Urbana, where he accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior. He was a real people's person and thoroughly enjoyed helping others. He loved cooking, grilling and working in the garden. Paul was an animal lover, especially dogs. He truly loved his family.

Paul leaves behind to cherish his memories his mother Lillie Mae Smith of Urbana; his fiancee, Patricia Woodson of Champaign; two sons, Paul "Boochie" Clifton III of Meza, Ariz., and Bobby Clifton of Kenosha, Wis.; stepson, Brian Woodson of Los Angeles, Calif.; three brothers, Eddie Gray of Chicago, Richard Clifton of Jefferson City, Mo., and Robert Clifton of Urbana.

Also surviving are two sisters, Shirley Britt (Herschel) of LaQuinta, Calif., and Patricia Faust (Dennis) of Urbana; and one granddaughter, 6-month-old Ja'Layah E. Clifton of Kenosha, Wis.

Paul was preceded in death by his father, Paul E. Clifton Sr.; his stepfather, John Smith; brother, David Gray; his grandparents, Eddie and Daisy Johnson; stepson, Travis Schoonover Jr. (TJ); and two aunts, Josephine Bradley and Rose Mullen.

Until we meet again someday, we your family would like to say, "Thank You, Paul, for simply being you ... we will see you in the morning."

Final interment will be in Lincoln Cemetery, Urbana.

Birth Date: 1957-09-04

Deceased Date: 1980-09-07

Obituary:
Burial: Roselawn Cemetery, Champaign, IL

Birth Date: 1957-07-03

Deceased Date: 1998-02-11

Obituary:
Mr. Franklin died at 11:42 p.m. Wednesday (Feb 11, 1998) at St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital, Effingham.

He was born July 3, 1957, at Champaign, a son of Ralph and Beverly McCullough Franklin.

Surviving are his parents of Urbana and a sister, Donna Franklin Scheibly of Urbana.

Mr. Franklin graduated from Urbana High School in 1975.  He was a printer in the Denver area for eight years.  He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Urbana, the National Rifle Association and the Sierra Club.  His interests included the outdoors, the environment, gardening, flowers, and music.  He was a Denver Broncos fan.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association or the American Cancer Society.

Burial: Mount Olive Cemetery, Mayview, IL