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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.

Helen Ruth Ridgley

Helen Ruth Ridgley

Jul 15, 2024

Helen "Ruth" Ridgley, age 66, of Olney, Illinois, passed away at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, Indiana, on July 15, 2024. A visitation for family and friends will be held Friday, July 19, 2024, from 4:00-6:00 PM at the Meyer Funeral Home in Olney, Illinois with a Memorial Service for Helen to follow at 6:00 PM.

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Ronald Wayne Fleenor

Ronald Wayne Fleenor

Jul 7, 2024

Ronald Wayne Fleenor, age 77

November 12, 1946 – July 7, 2024

Ronald Wayne Fleenor, age 77, of Toledo, Illinois, passed away at 6:30 PM – Sunday, July 7, 2024, at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center in Mattoon, Illinois.

Funeral services celebrating Ronald's...

Norma Bloemker

Norma Bloemker

Jun 25, 2024

Norma Bloemker, age 102

September 9, 1921 – June 25, 2024

Norma Bloemker, age 102, formerly of Dieterich, Illinois, passed away at 12:00 PM – Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at Grove Rehab in Jacksonville, Illinois.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM...

James "Frenchy" Edward French

James "Frenchy" Edward French

Jun 20, 2024

James Edward "Frenchy" French, age 62

July 18, 1961 – June 20, 2024

James Edward "Frenchy" French, age 62, of Sainte Marie, Illinois, passed away at 11:45 AM – Thursday, June 20, 2024, at his home.

Funeral services celebrating Jim's life will be...

Gerald Leroy Dobbins

Gerald Leroy Dobbins

Jun 17, 2024

Gerald Leroy Dobbins, age 85

April 5, 1939 – June 17, 2024

Gerald Leroy Dobbins, age 85, of Wheeler, Illinois, passed away at 12:35 PM – Monday, June 17, 2024, at HSHS St Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham, Illinois.

Funeral services celebrating...

Diane Ayers

Diane Ayers

Jun 16, 2024

Diane Ayers

November 24, 1948 – June 16, 2024

Glenda Diane Ayers, age 75, passed away at 7:00 PM on Sunday, June 16, 2024, at her home in Newton, Illinois

A celebration of Diane's life will be held on Saturday, July 13,...

Harvey L. Zimmerle

Harvey L. Zimmerle

Jun 13, 2024

Harvey L. Zimmerle, age 85, formerly of Olney, passed away on June 13, 2024. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 10:00 at Maple Dale Cemetery in Olney, Illinois with military rites by the local veterans.

Colonel Zimmerle, a native of Olney, Illinois, was commissioned a Second Lieutenant...

Patricia Lynn Dhom Walker

Patricia Lynn Dhom Walker

Jun 13, 2024

Patricia Lynn Dhom Walker, age 61

January 26, 1963 – June 13, 2024

Patricia Lynn Dhom Walker, age 61, of Newton, passed away at 4:18 PM – Thursday, June 13, 2024, at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center in Mattoon, Illinois.

A service celebrating...

Kerri A. Hosick

Kerri A. Hosick

Jun 1, 2024

Kerri A. Hosick, age 48, passed away peacefully at Aperion Care on June 1, 2024, in Fairfiled, Illinois.

Kerri was born on February 5, 1976, in Portsmouth, Ohio, to daughter of Ted and Joan (Short) Copas. She married the love of her life, Robert Hosick on November 5, 2001, and he survives. Kerri...

Charlene Kay French

Charlene Kay French

May 28, 2024

Charlene French went to be with her Lord on May 28, 2024, at Baylor St. Luke's Hospital in Houston, Texas.

On Monday, June 3, 2024, from 2:00 – 4:00 PM there will be a visitation followed by a memorial service at 4:00 PM at Scott Avenue Christian Church in Newton, Illinois.   On Saturday,...

Donnie G. Ford Jr.

Donnie G. Ford Jr.

May 26, 2024

Donnie G. Ford Jr., age 61, passed away May 26, 2024, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois.

A Memorial Service for Donnie will be held at 2:00 PM – Friday, June 7, 2024, at Potters House Ministry in Newton, Illinois. A visitation for family and friends will be held for 1 hour...

Betty Mabel Napier

Betty Mabel Napier

May 25, 2024

Betty Mabel Napier, age 97

April 21, 1927 – May 25, 2024

Betty Mabel Napier, age 97, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 6:20 PM – Saturday, May 25, 2024, at her home.

Graveside services for Betty will be held 12:00 Noon, July...

Marsha Mae Millam

Marsha Mae Millam

May 25, 2024

Marsha Mae Millam, age 73

August 25, 1950 – May 25, 2024

Marsha Mae Millam, age 73, of Casey, Illinois, passed away at 3:25 PM – Saturday, May 25, 2024, at her home. .

Funeral services for Marsha will be held at 1:00...

David Lee Parrent

David Lee Parrent

May 21, 2024

David Lee Parrent

August 13, 1968 – May 21, 2024

David Lee Parrent, age 55, of Willow Hill, Illinois, passed away at 3:30 AM – Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at his home.

A visitation for family and friends will be held 6:00 to...

Kathryn Patricia Mcwilliams

Kathryn Patricia Mcwilliams

May 19, 2024

Kathryn Patricia McWilliams, 93, of Olney, Illinois passed away on May 19, 2024.  Kathryn Patricia was born on July 9, 1930, the daughter of Daisy (Smith) and Wilbur Robinson later known as "Pat", was the tenth and last-born child of the family.   Living in Olney, the family was very close knit and faith minded.  Pat was a...

William "Bill" L. Powers

William "Bill" L. Powers

May 16, 2024

William L. "Bill" Powers

March 14, 1931 – May 16, 2024

William L "Bill" Powers, age 93, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 2:42 PM – Thursday, May 16, 2024, at HSHS St John's Hospital in Springfield, Illinois.

Funeral services celebrating Bill's life...

Shawn William Bracken

Shawn William Bracken

May 14, 2024

Shawn Williams Bracken, age 61

December 7, 1962 – May 14, 2024

Shawn William Bracken, age 61, of Calhoun, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at his home.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, May 25, 2024,...

Victor "Vic" Erwin Cannons

Victor "Vic" Erwin Cannons

May 3, 2024

Victor Erwin "Vic" Cannons, age 80

December 11, 1943 – May 3, 2024

Victor Erwin "Vic" Cannons, age 80, of Olney, Illinois, passed away at 9:20 AM – Friday, May 3, 2024, at his home.

A celebration of Vic's life will be held...

Michael John Garrett Sr.

Michael John Garrett Sr.

Apr 29, 2024

Michael John Garrett, Sr., age 64, passed away on April 29, 2024, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, Indiana.

Services for Michael will be held on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at 12:00 Noon with visitation for family and friends one hour prior to service at the Meyer Funeral Home in Olney. Burial will...

Glenn Edward Frichtl

Glenn Edward Frichtl

Apr 27, 2024

Glenn Edward Frichtl, age 87

June 13, 1936 – April 27, 2024

Glenn Edward Frichtl, age 87, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 7:30 PM – Saturday, April 27, 2024, at his home.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00...

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