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    ...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM CST WEDNESDAY...
    Expires: January 22, 2025 @ 2:00am
    WHAT
    Very cold wind chills around 20 below.
    WHERE
    Portions of north central and northwest Illinois and east central, northeast, and southeast Iowa.
    WHEN
    Until 2 AM CST Wednesday.
    IMPACTS
    The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 20 to 30 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.
    PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
    Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.

Rodney Forman
1961-2024

Rodney William Forman, 63, of Industry passed away at 2:39 a.m. Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at his residence.

He was born on June 12, 1961 in Rushville to Clarence and Darlene Rindal Forman.

He is survived by his daughters, Savannah Beazer (Brendan) of Geneseo, Alexandria Forman (Lee Hood) of Rushville and Madison Forman (Devin Derry) of Macomb; his son, Dawson Forman of Macomb; eight grandchildren, Baylen, Violett, Hattie, Elliot, Braeden, Ace, Blakeley and Lawson; his mother, Darlene Forman of Blandinsville; brothers, Daryl Forman (Cheri) of Industry and Scott Forman (Theresa) of Industry; sisters, Durene Corey (Johnny) of Adair and Debbie Kendrick (Jay) of Industry and a bother-in-law, Joe Leighty of Vermont.

He was preceded in death by his father, Clarence Forman; brother, Don Forman and sister, Cindy Leighty.

He lived all of his life in the Industry area. He worked as a private contractor for many years. He was an avid sportsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A reception to honor Rodney’s life will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, November 21, 2024 at the Macomb VFW.

Memorials may be made to the Rodney Forman Memorial Fund.

Clugston-Tibbitts Funeral Home in Macomb is in charge of arrangements.

You may leave condolences and sign the guest book online at clugston-tibbitts.com.