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 Joseph "Clyde" Frichtl

Douglas Joseph "Clyde" Frichtl

Feb 1, 2024

Douglas Joseph "Clyde" Frichtl, age 62

March 18, 1961 – February 1, 2024

Douglas Joseph "Clyde" Frichtl, age 62, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 8:37 PM – Thursday, February 1, 2024, at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney, Illinois.

Mass of Christian Burial...

Janet Marie Brooks

Janet Marie Brooks

Jan 31, 2024

Janet Marie Brooks, age 80

February 28, 1943 – January 31, 2024

Janet Marie Brooks, age 80, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 1:15 AM – Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center in Mattoon, Illinois.

Funeral services celebrating Janet's life...

Michael D. Geiger

Michael D. Geiger

Jan 30, 2024

Michael D. Geiger, 89, of Oreana, Illinois, died peacefully on January 30, 2024, in his home.

There will be a memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Ste. Marie, Illinois at 11:00 AM. There will be a visitation starting at 10:00...

Frederick "Ricky" Ernest Messina

Frederick "Ricky" Ernest Messina

Jan 28, 2024

Frederick Ernest "Ricky" Messina, age 47

September 13, 1976 – January 28, 2024

Frederick Ernest "Rick" Messina, age 47, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 4:40 PM – Sunday, January 28, 2024, at his home.

A service of remembrance will be held at...

Donna Rose Hill

Donna Rose Hill

Jan 25, 2024

Donna was born April 1, 1937, the daughter of Roy and Mary (Akin) Cook of Noble, Illinois.

Donna attended Calvary Baptist Church with her niece Debra Weck.  She enjoyed reading her Bible and other books, watching TV, and doing crossword and word search puzzles.

Donna is survived by her daughter Connie Jefferson and husband Matt...

Melissa June Jones

Melissa June Jones

Jan 19, 2024

Melissa June Jones, age 57

May 17, 1966 – January 19, 2024

Melissa June Jones, age 57, of Newton, Illinois, passed away unexpectedly at 1:00 AM – Friday, January 19, 2024, at her home.

A service of remembrance will be held at 6:00 PM –...

Ruth A. Eastep

Ruth A. Eastep

Jan 18, 2024

Ruth Annetta Eastep, age 84

May 11, 1939 – January 18, 2024

Ruth Annetta Eastep, age 84, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 4:26 PM – Thursday, January 18, 2024, at Helia Healthcare in Newton, Illinois.

Funeral services will be held 12:00 PM –...

Bonnie Jean Watkins

Bonnie Jean Watkins

Jan 18, 2024

Bonnie Jean Watkins, age 76

November 15, 1947 – January 18, 2024

Bonnie Jean Watkins, age 76, of Dieterich, Illinois, passed away at 3:00 PM – Thursday, January 18, 2024, at HSHS St Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham, Illinois.

Funeral services will be held...

James "Jim" Leroy Wattles

James "Jim" Leroy Wattles

Jan 17, 2024

James LeRoy "Jim" Wattles, age 80

October 10, 1943 – January 17, 2024

James LeRoy "Jim" Wattles, age 80, of Ingraham, Illinois, passed away at 6:04 AM - Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.

Funeral services celebrating Jim's...

Amanda Jo (Steinman) Kuehneman

Amanda Jo (Steinman) Kuehneman

Jan 14, 2024

Amanda Jo "Mandi" (Steinman) Kuehneman, age 44

November 14, 1979 – January 14, 2024

Amanda Jo "Mandi" (Steinman) Kuehneman, age 44, of Albion, Illinois and formerly of Willow Hill, Illinois, passed away Sunday, January 14, 2024, at her home.

Celebration of Life...

Connie Jo (Hemrich) Griffith

Connie Jo (Hemrich) Griffith

Jan 14, 2024

Connie Jo (Hemrich) Griffith, age 63

May 2, 1960 – January 14, 2024

Connie Jo (Hemrich) Griffith, age 63, of Ozark, Missouri, and formerly of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 9:30 PM – Sunday, January 14, 2024, at CoxHealth Medical Center in Springfield, Missouri.

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Lester "Buddy" Doyle Shamhart

Lester "Buddy" Doyle Shamhart

Jan 10, 2024

Lester Doyle "Buddy" Shamhart, age 85

September 2, 1938 – January 10, 2024

Lester Doyle "Buddy" Shamhart, 85 of Latona, Illinois, passed away at 10:40 AM – Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois.

Funeral services celebrating Lester's life...

Jackie "Jack" Lee Cox

Jackie "Jack" Lee Cox

Jan 8, 2024

Jackie Lee "Jack" Cox, age 88

December 2, 1935 – January 8, 2024

Jackie (Jack) Lee Cox, 88 of Edwardsville, Illinois, was born on December 2, 1935, in Mattoon, Illinois, and passed away at home surrounded by family after a short illness on January 8, 2024.

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Hermina Henrietta Buerster

Hermina Henrietta Buerster

Jan 5, 2024

Hermina Henrietta Buerster, age 95

November 5, 1928 – January 5, 2024

Hermina Henrietta Buerster, age 95, of Noble, Illinois, passed away at 11:00 AM – Friday, January 5, 2024, at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney, Illinois.

Mass of Christian burial will...

Delbert Ray Strader

Delbert Ray Strader

Dec 30, 2023

Delbert Ray Strader, age 67

January 30, 1956 – December 30, 2023

Delbert Ray Strader, age 67, of Olney, Illinois, passed away at 7:30 PM – Saturday, December 30, 2023.

A visitation for family and friends will be from 12:00 Noon till 1:00...

Lisa Ann (Stiffler) Levingston

Lisa Ann (Stiffler) Levingston

Dec 27, 2023

Lisa Ann (Stiffler) Levingston, age 57

March 31, 1966 – December 27, 2023

Lisa Ann (Stiffler) Levingston, age 57, of Effingham, Illinois, passed away at 11:54 PM – Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at HSHS St Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham, Illinois.

Visitation will...

Carolyn Jane Jones

Carolyn Jane Jones

Dec 24, 2023

Carolyn was born in West Union, Illinois, on January 16, 1939, the daughter of Clement "Tim" and Opal Fairy (Collier) Paddock.

She married Gordon Jones in 1965 and to this union one son was born.

She worked for many years at Wal-Mart in Effingham, Illinois.

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Darrel Rogers

Darrel Rogers

Dec 24, 2023

Darrel R. Rogers, age 72

March 12, 1951 – December 24, 2023

Darrel R. Rogers, 72, of Westwood (Mt. Pleasant), Iowa, and formerly of Newton, Illinois, passed away on Sunday, December 24, 2023, at his residence.

Darrel was born March 12, 1951, in Olney, Illinois,...

Sandra J. Duvall

Sandra J. Duvall

Dec 21, 2023

Sandra J. DuVall, age 79

September 3, 1944 – December 21, 2023

Sandra J. DuVall, age 79, of West Salem, Illinois, and formerly of Griffith, Indiana, passed away peacefully at 4:00 PM – Thursday, December 21, 2023, at Helia Healthcare of Olney, Illinois.

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Israel "Bill" William Utley

Israel "Bill" William Utley

Dec 20, 2023

Israel William "Bill" Utley, age 82 December 1, 1941 – December 20, 2023

Israel William "Bill" Utley age 82, of Olney, Illinois, and formerly of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 4:33 PM – Wednesday, December 20, 2023, in Vincennes, Indiana. Private family services will be held.  Arrangements are under the care of the...

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