Wednesday, September 23, 2026 • Vol. 149, No. 18

William Chestnutt

William ChestnuttWilliam Chestnutt, 71, of Rushville died Sept. 12, 2026, at his home.

He was born July 18, 1955, in Beardstown, a son of William and Goldie Newberry Chestnutt.

Surviving are one son, Landon; one daughter, Faith; three sisters, Dorothy Orill (and Ralph) of Rushville, Cindy Tucker (and Charlie) of Beardstown and Barbara Mangold (and Daniel) of Frederick; one brother, Frank Chestnutt; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Michael Leslie Chestnutt; and two sisters, Lori Ann Chestnutt and Sue Yvonne Chestnutt.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A private family service will be held at a later date. Worthington Funeral Home in Rushville is in charge of arrangements.

Memorials may be made to the family.

Condolences may be sent to www.worthingtonfh.com.

Published in the Astoria South Fulton Argus on 9/16/2026

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