Obituaries

Feb 11, 2025

Jimmie Lee Brown, 87, of Albion IL, passed away on February 11, 2025 at Fairfield Senior Living in Fairfield, IL.

Born in Phillipstown, IL on April 24, 1937, Jim was the son of Walter and Genevieve (Johnson) Brown. He served his country in the U.S. Army. On January 3, 1967, he married his beloved Earlean at Conway...

Feb 6, 2025

Carolyn K. “Casey” Andrew, 89, of Lebanon, IL, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at her home, in Lebanon, IL.

Casey was born on July 7, 1935, in Nashville, TN to William Hampton and Eldridge Douglas (nee Banks) King. She spent most of her childhood years in Cleveland, MS, and attended Mississippi State College for Women...

Feb 2, 2025

Robert (Bob) Neil Deischer, 91, of rural West Salem, IL passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2025 at Saint Anthony’s Hospice in Henderson, KY.

Bob was born July 24, 1933 in rural Edwards County, Illinois. His parents were William Pete and Virgie (Luthe) Deischer. He married Virginia Louise Wood on May 24, 1954, who preceded him in...

Jan 24, 2025

William “Clark” Crosier, 86 of St. Jacob, IL, passed away Friday, January 24, 2025, at St. Louis University Hospital in St. Louis, MO.

He was born on March 4, 1938, in Sibley, IA, to William Lloyd Crosier and Dorothy (nee Seward).  On August 11, 1963, he married Carmen Marie Frey at St. Jacob UCC.

Clark...

Jan 24, 2025

Darlene J. Chambless, 81, of Collinsville, IL, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025, at White Hall Nursing Home in White Hall, IL

Darlene’s greatest joy in life was her family. As a devoted mother and grandmother, she poured her heart into creating a home filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories. Her children and grandchildren were...

Jan 21, 2025

Robert “Bob” Loomis, Jr., 91, of Highland, IL, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Born January 13, 1934, in New Madrid, MO, to Robert F. and Lillian (nee Hamilton) Loomis, Sr., he married Shirley Jackson on May 30, 1956, in Highland, IL.

Bob moved to Highland in 1958 and served in the U.S. Army from 1956...

Jan 20, 2025

Gordon Anthony “Tony” Goodwin, 59, of West Salem, IL passed away on January 20, 2025 at his home.

Tony was born on December 3, 1965 in Terre Haute, IN to Jerry and Jo Ann (Rothrock) Goodwin. He was a lifelong member of Walnut Grove Church of the Brethren in Parkersburg, IL. He loved visiting with friends and...

Jan 19, 2025

Richard W. “Dick” Tjaden, 90, of Trenton, IL, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at his home in Town and Country, MO.

He was born on June 20, 1934, in New Douglas, IL, to Fred W. and Geraldine E. (nee Epps) Tjaden. On June 5, 1976, Dick married Betty Hemann in Lebanon, IL.

Dick...

Jan 17, 2025

Mary Ruth Johnson, 71, died at 1:22 a.m. on Friday, January 17, 2025, at MD Anderson Hospital in Houston, Texas.

Mary Ruth’s legacy can be summed up with the word dedication. She dedicated her entire life to God, her family, and to the hundreds of kids that she had the privilege to teach at Little Prairie Pre-School...

Jan 15, 2025

Stephen Carver, 23, of Benld, IL, passed away unexpectedly, on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at his home in Benld, IL.

Stephen brought an incomparable light to the lives of everyone who knew him. With a smile that could brighten any room and a heart full of joy, Stephen's presence was a gift. His keen sense of character...

Jan 15, 2025

Martin "Jeff" Thomas, 72, of Cisne, IL., passed away peacefully on January 15th, 2025, at the Linda E. White Hospice House in Evansville IN, surrounded by his family.

Jeff was born in Taylorville, Illinois on August 11th, 1952, to Kenneth Deane Thomas Sr and Thelma Dillon Thomas. He grew up in Mt. Auburn, IL and moved to...

Jan 12, 2025

Dalila Hernandez Garcia, 78, of Maryville, IL, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025, peacefully surrounded by her family.

She was born on March 12, 1946, in Honduras, Central America, to Lauriano Hernandez and Santos Garcia.

Known for her strength, kindness, and devotion, she was the beloved matriarch of her family and a guiding light...

Jan 10, 2025

Timothy M. Hubbs, 68, of Alhambra, IL, passed away Friday, January 10, 2025, at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, in O’Fallon, Illinois.

He was born on August 23, 1956, in Tulsa, OK, to Robert and Joan (nee Charpentier) Hubbs.

Timothy was a kind and caring man who cherished his family above all else. His warmth, generosity, and...

Jan 7, 2025

Melinda Kay Carlson, 62, of West Salem, IL passed away on January 7, 2025 at Wabash General Hospital in Mt. Carmel, IL after an illness.

Melinda was born on February 7, 1962 in Carmi, IL to Charles and Patricia (Walker) Carlson. She loved animals, especially horses. She loved to ride anything with a motor. Melinda had a...

Jan 6, 2025

Donna M. DePew, 81, of Highland, IL, passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025, at Well Care Home of Highland.

She was born on September 21, 1943, in St. Louis, MO, to Benjamin and Mary (nee Gregory) Rudolph.

Donna grew up in Alton, IL, and moved to Highland in 1967. She worked as a CNA...

Jan 5, 2025

Nancy Jane Ray Wood, 68, of Cisne, IL passed away at 12:44 AM Sunday, January 5 th , 2025, in the skilled care unit at Fairfield Memorial Hospital.  She was born on July 30 th , 1956, in Fairfield, IL to Harold and Billye Ray.  She spent the majority of her career as a speech pathologist working in the...

Jan 2, 2025

Stanley (Stan) R. Struckmeyer of Albion, IL born on February 7, 1952, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2025, at the age of 72.

Stan is lovingly remembered by his wife of 46 years Starr, and their sons and daughters in-law, Sean and Amanda of Missouri; Seth and Meredith of Ohio. He was a proud grandfather to...

Dec 31, 2024

Carla Ann Boyd, aged 75, passed away peacefully at her home in Allendale, IL, on December 31, 2024.

Carla attended Lincoln High School in Vincennes and worked at Universal Scientific. She also tended bar at Union Tavern, Bud-Smalls, and the Moose Lodge. Known for her wittiness and zest for life, Carla never missed an opportunity to bring...

Dec 27, 2024

Samuel S. Sivewright, 78, of Highland, IL, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024, at home, after a long battle with cancer.

He was born on July 14, 1946, in Kansas City, MO, to Richard S. and Mary O. (nee Broyles) Sivewright. Sam graduated from Roosevelt High School in St. Louis, MO, in 1965 and in 1971,...

Dec 27, 2024

Robert Dale Harris, 89, of West Salem, Illinois, passed away Friday, December 27, 2024 at his home.

Robert was born on October 19, 1935 in Edwards County, the son of Ralph and Ada (Bradley) Harris. He graduated from Edwards County High School in 1953. He married Helen Runyon on March 14, 1956 in Olney, Illinois.

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