Worthington Funeral Home

Worthington Funeral Home The federal-style house is of post-and- beam construction, and is notable for the fanlight over the entryway. The house was purchased and renovated by O.D.

The historic building we know as the Worthington Funeral Home was originally constructed in 1835 and was occupied by the Hinmann family and its descendants for nearly a century. Legend has it that Abraham Lincoln stopped to visit with the children of the family as he walked from the home of his friend William Ray to the old courthouse on the square. Several windowpanes are the originals, as indica

ted by their greenish tint and irregularities in the surface of the glass. Arnold in 1935, then in 1937 Luther Gordon purchased the building for the use of a funeral home. Ed and Mary Ann Worthington established their funeral home in 1949. It was located in their residence at 505 North Liberty Street. There were five funeral homes in Rushville at that time. After Luther Gordon's death, Ed Worthington assisted Mrs. Gordon in keeping her business going until he purchased it in 1953. For over fifty years the Worthington Funeral Home has operated under this roof. Jim and Bill Worthington became the owners in 1989, and have made many improvements for added comfort and accessibility while maintaining the historical integrity of the structure. The additions made over the years echo the style of the original building and at the same time provides ample space for visitations and funeral services. Our goal today is the same as it has been over the last half-century-to serve you with caring, professional service in a comfortable home-like atmosphere

Carolyn S. Wiggins, 86, formerly of Rushville, IL passed away Friday, July 18, 2025 at McLean County Nursing Home in Nor...
07/22/2025

Carolyn S. Wiggins, 86, formerly of Rushville, IL passed away Friday, July 18, 2025 at McLean County Nursing Home in Normal, IL. . A memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday August 2, 2025 at the Worthington Funeral Home with pastor Jason Triplett Officiating. A visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Memorials may be given to Walk to Emmaus or Snacks for Kids.

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George Crow, beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 9...
07/12/2025

George Crow, beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Sarah D. Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville, Illinois. A celebration of George’s life will be held on July 26, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Worthington Funeral Home, with Pastor Jason Triplett officiating. A visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until time of service. Memorials may be made in his honor to the Schuyler County Humane Society.

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Nina M. Stambaugh, 60 of Frederick, IL passed away Saturday July 5, 2025 at her home. A visitation will be held Friday, ...
07/07/2025

Nina M. Stambaugh, 60 of Frederick, IL passed away Saturday July 5, 2025 at her home. A visitation will be held Friday, July 11, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Worthington Funeral Home. Graveside services will follow the visitation. Inurnment will be at the Messerer Cemetery in Frederick, IL. Memorials may be given to the Cass/Schuyler Area Hospice

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Michael Alan Ford, 64 of Rushville, Illinois, passed away Thursday, July 3rd at his home surrounded by his family. Crema...
07/07/2025

Michael Alan Ford, 64 of Rushville, Illinois, passed away Thursday, July 3rd at his home surrounded by his family. Cremation has been accorded. At Mike/s request there will be no services. Memorials may be given to St. Judes.

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Donna Jane Smith Cockerill passed away on June 29,2025 at her home in Rushville, IL surrounded by her family. A Celebrat...
06/30/2025

Donna Jane Smith Cockerill passed away on June 29,2025 at her home in Rushville, IL surrounded by her family. A Celebration of Life will be held at Sugar Grove United Methodist Church, Thursday July 3, 2025, at 12 noon with Rev. Charla Myers officiating. A visitation will be held from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the church prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Sugar Grove United Methodist Church or to the Rushville Saddle Club.

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Margaret Wilcoxen, 99 of Rushville, IL passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at the Rushville Nursing & Rehabilitation C...
06/12/2025

Margaret Wilcoxen, 99 of Rushville, IL passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at the Rushville Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at the Worthington Funeral Home with Rev. Rob Kirkham officiating. Interment will be in the Rushville City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to American Cancer Society or American Heart Association.

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05/26/2025
Kenneth A. Corbin age 74 of Rushville, IL passed away Saturday, May 24, 2025, at 9:05 a.m. at St. John’s Hospital in Spr...
05/25/2025

Kenneth A. Corbin age 74 of Rushville, IL passed away Saturday, May 24, 2025, at 9:05 a.m. at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, IL. . A Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 31, 2025, at the Worthington Funeral Home with Pastor Matt Haberman officiating. Interment will follow at Rushville City Cemetery with Military Honors by Schuyler American Legion Post No. 4 and U.S. Marine Honors Detail. Visitation will be from 12:00 noon until the time of service. Memorials may be given to the Schuyler County American Legion Avenue of Flags, the National MS Society or American Diabetes Association.

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Merle S. Terry 99, of Brooklyn Passed away Monday, May 19, 2025 at The Elms in Macomb, IL. A funeral service will be hel...
05/20/2025

Merle S. Terry 99, of Brooklyn Passed away Monday, May 19, 2025 at The Elms in Macomb, IL. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, May 23, 2025, at Worthington Funeral Home with Rev. Dan Wise officiating. Inurnment will follow at Rushville City Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers Memorials may be given to Brooklyn Cemeteries Fund.

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Robert Hamm 92, of Browning, IL passed away Wednesday May 14, 2025 at Beardstown Health and Rehab Center.  A Funeral Ser...
05/15/2025

Robert Hamm 92, of Browning, IL passed away Wednesday May 14, 2025 at Beardstown Health and Rehab Center. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 20,2025 at Worthington Funeral Home with Mr. Pat Clements officiating. Interment will follow at Browning Cemetery with military honors by the Schuyler County American Legion Post #4 and U.S. Air Force Honor Detail. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. till the time of service. Memorials may be given to the Browning Senior Center, Rushville Special Olympics, or Schuyler County Humane Society.

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Mary Gerdes 94, of Rushville, IL passed away Monday, May 12, 2025 at the Carle Health Methodist Hospital in Peoria, IL. ...
05/14/2025

Mary Gerdes 94, of Rushville, IL passed away Monday, May 12, 2025 at the Carle Health Methodist Hospital in Peoria, IL. A Funeral Service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, May 18, 2025, at Worthington Funeral Home with minister Levi Vincent officiating. Interment will follow at Rushville City Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 12:30 p.m. until time of service. Memorials may be given to Cass/Schuyler Area Hospice or the Culbertson Memorial Hospital Foundation.
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ValReia A. Cox, 80 of Rushville, IL passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Rushville Nursing and Rehabilitation Home in ...
05/13/2025

ValReia A. Cox, 80 of Rushville, IL passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Rushville Nursing and Rehabilitation Home in Rushville, IL. Cremation Rites have been accorded. Visitation will be held Monday, May 19, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Worthington Funeral Home. Memorials may be given to Schuyler Mental Health.

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