Obituaries

Norma Jean Starbuck

April 28th, 1931 – March 20th, 2026

Norma Jean Starbuck, age 94 of Macomb, Illinois, formerly of Lewistown, Illinois, passed away at 2:29 pm on Friday, March 20, 2026 at The Lamoine Retirement Living in Macomb, Illinois. She was born on April 28, 1931 in Macomb, a daughter of Lloyd and Florence (Maddox) Lawson. Norma married Daniel Francis Starbuck on December 1, 1950 in Macomb. He preceded her in death on October 5, 2011.

Norma was also preceded in death by her brother Russell Lawson and her sister Virginia Wheeler.

Surviving are her children, Charlene (Jim) Abernathy of Table Grove, Illinois and Mark (Rebecca) Starbuck of Cuba, Illinois, three grandchildren, Kevin (Brandi) Abernathy, Eric (Mollie) Abernathy and Rachel (Dan) Wyatt, and two great-grandchildren, Lily Abernathy and Gavin Abernathy.

Norma and her husband were the owner and operators of Dan’s TV in Lewistown, Illinois for many years. She was a member and officer of the Spoon River Professional Women’s Club and a former member of the Ipava Order of the Eastern Star.

She enjoyed sewing and crocheting and loved spending time with her grandchildren.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A graveside service will be held on Friday, March 27th at 2:00 p.m. in the Ipava Cemetery, Ipava, Illinois. Mike Ulmer will officiate. Memorials in memory of Norma may be made to the Lewistown Rescue Squad. Shawgo Memorial Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

Condolences

March 21st, 2026

Our deepest sympathy to Norma's family. She was a wonderful friend,always nice, smiling, and loving. God Blessed Her and Everyone Who Knew Her. Lorenda and Alvin Spilker

March 21st, 2026

Our deepest sympathy to Charlene and family for the passing of her mother. We will be thinking of you and keeping your family in prayer. Rick and Kathy Heller

March 21st, 2026

Norma’s Family
I had the pleasure visiting with her several years ago with Mr. Lawver. I miss them from Ipava days, loved your parents. May god hold you tight during and after these difficult days. 🙏 and hugs for you all.
Bob and Susie Bucher

March 21st, 2026

So very sorry to hearof your mother's passing. Sending prayers.

March 22nd, 2026

My condolences
Sandy Morrison

March 22nd, 2026

Sorry for your loss , keeping you all in our thoughts & prayers 🙏

March 22nd, 2026

Deepest condolences to Charlene and all the family on the loss of their loved one. May God's love give you comfort and peace. Cheryl (Cox) Matteson

March 22nd, 2026

Sending prayers Charlene and Mark for the loss of your mom.

March 22nd, 2026

So sorry for the loss of your mother Charlene. My deepest sympathy to you and all your family Linda Bean Windsor

March 23rd, 2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Herb and Kathy Snowden

March 23rd, 2026

Norma was a great neighbor to Denny & I. We were always grateful for her kindness. To her family, so sorry for the loss of your Mother.

March 23rd, 2026

Jane England Gilson

March 24th, 2026

So sorry for your loss. Praying for peace and comfort to the family. Kathy Cox

March 26th, 2026

Sorry to hear of Norma's passing. Thoughts are with family and friends.