obituaries

Recent obituaries in Cumberland County, Richland County, Jasper County, Effingham County, and the surrounding areas in Illinois.

The obituaries in the Cumberland County, Richland County, Jasper County, Effingham County, and the surrounding areas in Illinois area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity that shape our region’s history and identity.

Ernest Edward Garbe

Ernest Edward Garbe

Oct 30, 2026

Ernest Edward Garbe, age 95

February 17, 1931 – October 30, 2026

Ernest Edward Garbe, age 95, of Dieterich, Illinois, passed away at 6:45 AM on Friday, October 30, 2026, in Mattoon, Illinois.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Saint John Lutheran Church, 22775 County Road 700 North, Dieterich, Illinois, with Pastor Dean Herberts, officiating....

Sharon Rae (Lustig) Helmink

Sharon Rae (Lustig) Helmink

Oct 29, 2026

Sharon Rae (Lustig) Helmink, age 81

June 30, 1945 – October 29, 2026

Sharon Rae (Lustig) Helmink, age 81, of Montrose, Illinois, passed away at 12:53 PM on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at the Willow Breeze Hospice House in Mattoon, Illinois.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Friday, November 6, 2026, at Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Island...

Wanda Maxine (McCoy) Haarman

Wanda Maxine (McCoy) Haarman

Oct 25, 2026

Wanda Maxine (McCoy) Haarman, age 77

October 15, 1949 – October 25, 2026

Wanda Maxine (McCoy) Haarman, age 77, of Wheeler, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at Willow Breeze Hospice House in Mattoon, Illinois, surrounded by her loving family.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 AM on Friday, October 30, 2026, at Saint Joseph Catholic Church...

Annette L. Runyon

Annette L. Runyon

Oct 21, 2026

Annette L. Runyon, age 65, of rural Olney, Illinois, passed away on October 21, 2026, at her home.  Annette was born on February 6, 1961, in West Salem, Illinois, the daughter of Harry and Katherine (McDowell) Runyon. She married Marion Thomas on November 19, 1977, and he survives. A Celebration of Life Service for Annette will be on Saturday, October 24, 2026,...

Jeffrey Lee Niccum

Jeffrey Lee Niccum

Oct 21, 2026

Jeffrey Lee Niccum, age 66

August 2, 1960 – October 21, 2026

Jeffrey Lee Niccum, age 66, of Newton, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at his home.

A service of remembrance will held from 1:00 to 3:00 PM on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at the Jasper Post #20 American Legion in Newton, Illinois. In loving memory of Jeff, memorials may...

Leonard Phillip Kuhnley

Leonard Phillip Kuhnley

Oct 15, 2026

Leonard Phillip “Lenny” Kuhnley, Age 70

July 2, 1956 – October 15, 2026

Leonard Phillip “Lenny” Kuhnley, age 70, of Dieterich, Illinois, passed away at 8:39 PM on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at his home.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, October 31, 2026, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 13204 North 2300th Ave, Wheeler, Illinois (North of Dieterich/South of...

Terry Fehrenbacher

Terry Fehrenbacher

Oct 14, 2026

Terry Fehrenbacher, age 69, of Olney, Illinois, passed away on October 14, 2026, at Richland Care and Rehab surrounded by his family.

Terry was born on January 11, 1957, in Olney, Illinois, the son of Roy and Lucille (Hoffman) Fehrenbacher.

Funeral Service for Terry will be on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 1:00 PM at the Meyer Funeral Home in Olney, Illinois...

Mary Ann Donsbach

Mary Ann Donsbach

Oct 13, 2026

Mary Ann Donsbach, age 91

September 4, 1935 – October 13, 2026

Mary Ann Donsbach, 91, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 1:53 AM on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at Helia Healthcare in Newton, Illinois.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Monday, October 19, 2026, at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in Newton, Illinois. Burial will be...

John "Jack" Arthur Stuckey

John "Jack" Arthur Stuckey

Oct 10, 2026

John Arthur “Jack” Stuckey, age 88

August 26, 1938 – October 10, 2026

John Arthur “Jack” Stuckey, age 88, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 2:04 AM on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois.

Funeral services celebrating Jack’s life will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, October 16, 2026, at the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton, Illinois,...

Kylie Marie Rauch

Kylie Marie Rauch

Oct 8, 2026

Kylie Marie Rauch, age 22

February 20, 2004 - October 8, 2026

Kylie Marie Rauch, age 22, of Ingraham, Illinois, passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at her home.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Wendelin, Illinois. The burial will be in the Holy Cross Cemetery in...

Ella "Pat" Mae (Gaskill) Key

Ella "Pat" Mae (Gaskill) Key

Oct 4, 2026

Ella Mae “Pat” (Gaskill) Key, age 99

September 8, 1927 – October 4, 2026

Ella Mae “Pat” (Gaskill) Key, age 99, of Montrose, Illinois, passed away at 12:30 PM on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at Lakeland Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Effingham, Illinois.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 AM on Friday, October 9, 2026, at Saint Rose of...

Maxine Evelyn Quick

Maxine Evelyn Quick

Sep 28, 2026

Maxine Evelyn (Riker) Tohill Quick, age 86

September 20, 1940 – September 28, 2026

Maxine Evelyn (Riker) Tohill Quick, age 86, of Bogota, Illinois, and formerly of Robinson, Illinois, passed away at 4:00 AM on Monday, September 28, 2026, at Gentle Care in Vincennes, Indiana.

A visitation for family and friends will be held from 12:30 PM until 1:00 PM on Thursday, October...

Linda Lou (Shryock) Wilkerson

Linda Lou (Shryock) Wilkerson

Sep 27, 2026

Linda Lou (Shryock) Wilkerson, age 78

December 5, 1947 – September 27, 2026

Linda Lou (Shryock) Wilkerson, age 78, of Palm Coast, Florida and formerly of Illinois, passed away on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at her home.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the Meyer Funeral Home in Olney, Illinois. The obituary can be viewed and condolences left at www.meyerfh.com.

Ruth Ann Anderson

Ruth Ann Anderson

Sep 25, 2026

It is with deep sadness that family of Ruth Ann Anderson, age 81, of Olney, Illinois, passed peacefully on September 25th, surrounded by family. She lived most of her life on Honey Lane in Olney and was proud to have worked at RMH for more than 40 years. Ruth was born on March 24, 1945, in Olney, Illinois, the daughter of John...

Betty Jean Ebbert

Betty Jean Ebbert

Sep 20, 2026

Betty Jean Ebbert, age 95

September 9, 1931 – September 20, 2026

Betty Jean Ebbert, age 95, of rural Gila, Illinois, passed away at 2:00 PM on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, in Mattoon, Illinois.

A Graveside Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, September 27, 2026, at Island Creek Cemetery in rural Jasper County, Illinois. Visitation...

Howard A Hartman

Howard A Hartman

Sep 20, 2026

Howard A. “Dude” Hartman, age 64

March 1, 1962 – September 20, 2026

Howard A. “Dude” Hartman, age 64, of Flora, Illinois, passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2026, surrounded by his family.

A Celebration of life service will be held at 12:00 PM (Noon) on Friday, October 2, 2026, at the Cornerstone Christian Church, 3600 South Banker Street, Effingham, Illinois. Visitation will...

John "Griz" Robert Parker

John "Griz" Robert Parker

Sep 17, 2026

John Robert “Griz” Parker, Age 72

March 4, 1954 – September 17, 2026

John Robert “Griz” Parker, age 72, of Dieterich, Illinois, passed away at 11:48 PM on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at the Linda White Hospice House in Evansville, Indiana.

A service celebrating John’s life will be held at 12:00 PM (Noon) on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at the Meyer Funeral Home...

Donald Eugene York

Donald Eugene York

Sep 12, 2026

Donald Eugene York, age 76

March 13, 1950 – September 12, 2026

Beloved father, brother and grandfather Donald Eugene York, age 76, of West Salem, Illinois, left to be with the Lord at 11:57 AM on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Mt. Vernon Nursing and Rehabilitation, Mt. Vernon, Indiana.

A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, September 30th, 2026, at 2:00 PM...

Vicky Mae Armstrong

Vicky Mae Armstrong

Sep 10, 2026

Vicky Mae Armstrong, age 74

December 18, 1951 – September 10, 2026

Vicky Mae Armstrong, age 74, of West Salem, Illinois, passed away at 9:02 PM on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois.

Private family services will be held. Arrangements are under the care of Meyer Funeral Home in Olney, Illinois. In loving memory of Vicky, memorials donations...

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