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Clifton L. "Buster" Schoonhoven
1953 - 2025
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1953
DIED
2025
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Clifton Schoonhoven Obituary
Born: April 5, 1953 in Freeport, IL
Died: October 19, 2025 in Forreston, IL
Clifton "Buster" L. Schoonhoven, 72, of Forreston, IL, passed away Sunday, October 19, 2025, in his home. He was born April 5, 1953 in Freeport, IL, the son of Webster and Clarice (Weaver) Schoonhoven. Clifton was a school bus driver for Forrestville School District for 30 years. He was a member of Baileyville Baptist Church. Clifton really enjoyed attending church activities and Forreston athletic events.
He is survived by his brother and sister, Howard "Butch" Schoonhoven and Frances E. Schoonhoven, both of Forreston, IL. Clifton is preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Tuesday October 28, 2025 at Baileyville Baptist Church, Rev. Gary Branam officiating. A visitation will be held from noon until the time of service. Burial will be in Grandview Cemetery. A memorial has been established in Clifton's memory.
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