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.

Douglas Michael Adams

Douglas Michael Adams

Aug 13, 2026

"It is with great sadness and yet some comfort, that we lost our beloved Douglas M. Adams,also affectionately known as "Dougie." The angels came and took him home to heaven at 4:26in the afternoon on Thursday, August 13th, 2026, to be with his parents, Neil and Patricia Adams.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 24th, 2026, at 11:00...

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.

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

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...

Gilbert Albert Garbe

Gilbert Albert Garbe

Sep 5, 2026

GILBERT ALBERT GARBE, AGE 84

July 24, 1942 – September 5, 2026

Gilbert Albert Garbe, age 84, of Dieterich, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at his home.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the Saint John Lutheran Church, 22775 East 700th Avenue, Dieterich, Illinois, with Pastor Gary Fortkamp and Pastor Dean Herberts...

Nancy I. (Bunting) Stevens

Nancy I. (Bunting) Stevens

Aug 30, 2026

Nancy I. Stevens, age 77

January 8, 1949– August 30, 2026

Nancy I. Stevens, age 77, of Olney, Illinois, and formerly of Effingham and Champaign, Illinois, passed away at 9:00

AM – Sunday, August 30, 2026, at Helia Healthcare of Olney, Illinois.

Private family services will be held. In loving memory of Nancy, memorials may be made to the Meyer Funeral Home, and can...

Sherry Jo (Parker) Crouse

Sherry Jo (Parker) Crouse

Aug 27, 2026

Sherry Jo (Parker) Crouse, age 78

November 8, 1947 – August 27, 2026

Sherry Jo (Parker) Crouse, age 78, of Arcola, Illinois, passed away at 10:46 AM on Thursday, August 27, 2026, after a short stay at Stillwater Senior Living in Edwardsville, Illinois.

Sherry was born November 8, 1947, in Springfield, Illinois, the daughter of Howard Roe and Geneva Pauline (Stark) Parker. She...

Betty Jean Lamb

Betty Jean Lamb

Aug 25, 2026

Betty Lamb of Olney, IL passed away August 25th 2026 surrounded by the love of her family.

Betty was born on April 18th 1944 in Olney, IL to Leo Wilburt VanFossen and Gladys Virginia (Heddelson) VanFossen. She was raised in Noble, IL and spent her life surrounded by people and the community she loved.

A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, September...

Carolyn Sue Swinson

Carolyn Sue Swinson

Aug 21, 2026

Carolyn Sue Swinson, age 71, of Olney, Illinois, passed away on August 21, 2026, at her home. Carolyn was born on January 29, 1955, in Olney, Illinois, the daughter of Rex and Martha (Alvord) Swinson. Services are pending at this time. Arrangements are under the care of Meyer Funeral Home in Olney. The obituary can be viewed, and condolences left at www.meyerfh.com. 

Carolyn was...

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