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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.

Ruth Virginia Murphy

Ruth Virginia Murphy

Jan 7, 2012

Mrs. Ruth Virginia Murphy, age 92 of Ste. Marie, IL passed away at 5:25 AM – Saturday, January 7, 2012 at Newton Rest Haven in Newton, IL. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM – Tuesday, January 10, 2011 at the St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Ste. Marie, IL with Fr. Al Kemme celebrating...

Donna Willene Kifer

Donna Willene Kifer

Dec 30, 2011

Mrs. Dosha Willene Kifer, age 75 Of Ste. Marie, IL passed away at 3:59 PM – Friday, December 30, 2011 at St. Mary's Hospital in Evansville, IN. Funeral Services celebrating Dosha's life will be held at 10:30 AM – Friday, January 6, 2012 at the Higginbotham Funeral Home in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas. Burial will be in the Lawrence Memorial Gardens...

Harold Wayne Sparks

Harold Wayne Sparks

Dec 28, 2011

Mr. Wayne Sparks, age 77 of rural Newton, IL passed away at 5:35 AM - Wednesday, December 28, 2011 at his home. Funeral Services celebrating Wayne's life will be held at 10:30 AM – Saturday, December 31, 2011 at the Blake-Buchanan Funeral Home in Newton, IL with Nate Hagan officiating. Burial will be in the Trexler Cemetery in Rural Newton,...

Alta Helen Winter

Alta Helen Winter

Dec 23, 2011

Mrs. Alta Helen Winter, age 89 Formerly of Rose Hill, IL passed away at 3:20 AM – Friday, December 23, 2011 at E.T. York Haven Hospice House in Gainesville, Florida. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM – Wednesday, December 28, 2011 at the Bishop Funeral Home in Greenup, IL with David Heath officiating. Burial will be in the...

Wilma A Brackett

Wilma A Brackett

Dec 23, 2011

Mrs. Wilma A. Brackett, age 85 of Newton, IL passed away at 5:33 AM - Friday, December 23, 2011 at Newton Rest Haven in Newton, IL. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the Blake-Buchanan Funeral Home in Newton, IL. The obituary can be viewed and condolences left at www.blakefh.com.

Clarence Schackmann

Clarence Schackmann

Dec 17, 2011

Mr. Clarence Francis Schackmann, age 95 of Newton, IL passed away at 4:30 AM - Saturday, December 17, 2011 at Illinois Veteran's Home in Quincy, IL. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 12:00 Noon – Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at the St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in Newton, IL with Fr. Al Kemme celebrating mass. Burial will...

John A Ochs

John A Ochs

Dec 16, 2011

Mr. John A. Ochs, age 81of Newton, IL passed away at 9:57 PM - Friday, December 16, 2011 at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney, IL. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM – Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at the St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Ste. Marie, IL with Fr. Al Kemme celebrating mass. Burial...

Thelma Alene Freeland

Thelma Alene Freeland

Dec 11, 2011

Mrs. Thelma Alene Freeland, age 72 formerly of Newton, IL passed away at 7:15 AM - Sunday, December 11, 2011 at Lakeland Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Effingham, IL. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM – Saturday, December 17, 2011 at the Blake-Buchanan Funeral Home in Newton, IL. Burial will be in the Bellair Cemetery. Visitation will...

Jerry Ann Behrens

Jerry Ann Behrens

Dec 11, 2011

Mrs. Jerry Ann Behrens, Age 83 Of Dieterich, IL passed away at 3:30 PM – Sunday, December 11, 2011 at her home surrounded by her family. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM – Saturday, December 17, 2011 at the Dieterich Village Cemetery with Pastor Gary Fortkamp officiating. Arrangements are under the care of the Blake-Wright Funeral Home in...

Stephen Chapman

Stephen Chapman

Nov 27, 2011

Stephen Dale Chapman, age 67 Of rural Hidalgo, IL passed away at 7:48 AM – Sunday, November 27, 2011 at St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham, IL. Private family services will be held. The obituary can be viewed and condolences can be left at www.blakefh.com. Arrangements are under the care of the Blake-Buchanan Funeral Home in Newton, IL. Steve was...

Gordon Herbert Barnard

Gordon Herbert Barnard

Nov 26, 2011

Of Detroit, MI and formerly of Eldorado, IL passed away at 3:30 PM – Saturday, November 26, 2011 at Triumph Hospital in Detroit, MI. Arrangements are incomplete at the Blake-Buchanan Funeral Home in Newton, IL.

Shirley Hazel Huddlestun

Shirley Hazel Huddlestun

Nov 23, 2011

OBITUARY Mrs. Shirley Hazel (Raper) Huddlestun, age 99 of Decatur, IL formerly of Newton, IL and Gila, IL passed away at 3:00 PM - Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at her home. Funeral services celebrating Shirley's life will be held at 11:00 AM - Monday, November 28 at the Blake-Buchanan Funeral Home, Newton, IL with the Reverend C.Q. McMillion officiating. Visitation...

Alice Marie Keller

Alice Marie Keller

Nov 22, 2011

Mrs. Alice Marie (Cunningham) Keller, age 82 Of Willow Hill, IL passed away at 5:30 AM – Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at home surrounded by her family. Mass of Christian will be celebrated at be held at 10:30 AM – Saturday, November 26, 2011 at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Sainte Marie, IL with Father Al Kemme...

Deloris M. Wilson

Deloris M. Wilson

Nov 7, 2011

Deloris M. Wilson Deloris M. Wilson, 85, of Mountain Home, AR, died on Monday, November 7, 2011 in Mountain Home. She was born April 19, 1926 in Newton, IL to John Russell and Tillie Adeline Beasley Meeks. Mrs. Wilson was a retired hairdresser and apartment manager. She enjoyed sewing and crocheting. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Cathy...

Donald Joseph (Don) Healy

Donald Joseph (Don) Healy

Nov 2, 2011

Mr. Donald Joseph "Don" Healy, age 74 "Prairie Farmer" Of rural Dieterich, IL passed away at 8:45 PM - Wednesday, November 2, 2011 at his home surrounded by his family. Private family services will be held. Arrangements are under the care of the Blake-Wright Funeral Home in Dieterich, IL. Condolences can be sent and the obituary viewed at www.blakefh.com. In...

James Donald Worcester

James Donald Worcester

Oct 31, 2011

Mr. James Donald Worcester, age 61 Of Lake Havasu City, AZ and formerly Newton, IL passed away at 5:15 PM – Monday, October 31, 2011 at Havasu Regional Medical Center Lake Havasu City, AZ . Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the Blake-Buchanan Funeral Home in Newton, IL.

James Donald "Jim" Worcester

James Donald "Jim" Worcester

Oct 31, 2011

Mr. James Donald "Jim" Worcester, age 61 of Lake Havasu City, AZ and formerly Newton, IL passed away at 5:15 PM – Monday, October 31, 2011 at Havasu Regional Medical Center Lake Havasu City, AZ with his loving wife by his side. Jim was born January 25, 1950 in Effingham, IL to Robert and Coletta (Emmerich) Worcester. After graduating from...

Donald Richard Bland

Donald Richard Bland

Oct 30, 2011

Mr. Donald Richard Bland, age 80 Of Greenup, IL passed away at 1:15 PM – Sunday, October 30, 2011 at St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham, IL. Private family services will be held. Arrangements are under the care of Bishop Funeral Home in Greenup, IL. Donald was born on July 22, 1931 the son of Oakley and Anis (McMillian) Bland....

Carletta Louise French

Carletta Louise French

Oct 28, 2011

Mrs. Carletta Louise French, age 69 Of Toledo, IL and formerly of Wheeler, IL passed away at 5:50 AM - Friday, October 28, 2011 at Cumberland Rehab and Health Care in Greenup, IL. Private family services will be held. Arrangements are under the care of Blake-Wright Funeral Home in Dieterich, IL.Memorials may be made to the Lincolnland Hospice or American...

Darrel L Owen

Darrel L Owen

Oct 21, 2011

Mr. Darrel L. Owen, age 86 Of Greenup, IL passed away at 5:35 AM – Friday, October 21, 2011 at Cumberland Rehab & Health Care. Graveside services with full military rites will be held at 1:00 PM – Sunday, October 23, 2011 at the Greenup Cemetery in Greenup, IL. Arrangements are under the care of the Bishop Funeral Home in...

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