Obituaries

Beverly Ann Carlton

February 22nd, 1932 – December 5th, 2022

Beverly Ann Carlton, 90, of Astoria, IL, passed away at 5 pm on Monday, December 5, 2022 at Graham Hospital in Canton, IL. She was born on February 22, 1932 in Tecumseh, NE, the daughter of Charles and Julia (Stephens) McKinney. Beverly married Wilbur Carlton on November of 1951. Together they had 3 daughters, Vicki, Julie and Lynn.

She is survived by 2 daughters, Julie Pickel of San Antonio, TX and Lynn Ann Carlton of Gainesville, GA, 2 granddaughters, Jessica Marie (and Jose) Rivera of Florida and Kira (and Russell) Owen of San Antonio, TX, 2 great-granddaughters, Jazmyne Headley and Lenna Headley.

She is preceded in death by her daughter, Vicki Lynn Carlton, parents, and brother, Charles Dwayne McKinney.

Beverly graduated from Normal College. She was a music teacher in the Astoria School District. She taught grade school and junior high music. At the high school level she taught choir and stage band.

She was a member of the Astoria United Methodist Church where she served on numerous boards. She was also a member of the Eastern Star. Beverly enjoyed crafting and she loved being around her family and friends.

A service will be held at 11 am on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Reverend Robert Greene will be officiating. Interment will be in White Chapel Memory Gardens in Canton. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Astoria United Methodist Church.

Condolences

December 7th, 2022

What a sweet and gracious lady, encouraging teacher, and caring mother of a dear friend. Thinking of you Lynn, Julie and families, and praying for strength and peace. May you find comfort in your memories.
Letha & Joe

December 7th, 2022

I'm so sorry, Lynn, Julie, and families. She was a wonderful woman and a great teacher. Your memories will help you get through this. Pam K.

December 7th, 2022

I’m so sorry for your loss. I really liked Bev and have known her for years. Thoughts and prayers for your family.

December 7th, 2022

Our condolences to Lynn and Julie. Your mother was a wonderful person. Ann Robinson Abbot

December 8th, 2022

Thinking of you during this time. Lots of good memories growing up as neighbors. Take good care of each other. Vicki Shaw Phillips

December 8th, 2022

Thinking of you during this time. Lots of good memories growing up as neighbors. Take good care of each other. Vicki Shaw Phillips

December 8th, 2022

She was a gracious and very talented lady. Her voice was beautiful and she taught chorus when more than half the school were members. I’m so sorry Julie and Lynn. JoEllen Myers

December 8th, 2022

So sorry to read this. Beverly was such a sweet, kind soul. Jodie and Robbin Kost

December 8th, 2022

I’m so very sorry for your loss 🙏
Jody Dean 💕

December 8th, 2022

Lynnie, Julie & families
So sorry for your loss
Many precious memories of your Mother.
Thinking of you all at this sad time.
From all us Malott Families

December 8th, 2022

Lynnie & Julie
Your Mother was such a sweet person. I had the pleasure of being her Avon lady for many years. I enjoyed our visits.
Thinking of you all
Avon Lady Bev

December 8th, 2022

Sorry for your loss. Taught with her for many years. Peggy Spencer

December 9th, 2022

So sorry for your loss. Nancy Carithers

December 9th, 2022

We are so sorry for your loss. Bev was a great friend and like a 2nd mom when I was growing up. She will be missed. Rick & Bridget Schisler.

December 9th, 2022

I’ll always remember her sweet singing voice. She will be missed… Deb adkins

December 9th, 2022

She was a great teacher neighbor and friend my condolences to you all

December 10th, 2022

Condolences to each you
Smitty
Jeffrey L Smith

December 10th, 2022

Lynn and Julie so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. We celebrated many birthdays together and have lots of memories. You girls were her whole life you were fortunate to have a mom like her.

December 10th, 2022

Rosemary Hulett

December 12th, 2022

So sorry to hear this news. She was a wonderful lady. Hugs and prayers to Lynn and Julie.