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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.

Joan Vivian (Mettscher) Cooley - Taylor

Joan Vivian (Mettscher) Cooley - Taylor

Jan 18, 2023

Joan Vivian (Mettscher) Cooley- Taylor, 91, left this earth to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in Heaven, at 7:07 AM on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, after 7 days in her home with family being a constant comfort.

Joan was born December 28, 1931 in Hutchinson, Kansas, the daughter of Henry George Mettscher and Pearl...

Theresa Ann Ryan

Theresa Ann Ryan

Jan 16, 2023

Theresa Ryan entered into Heaven and the arms of her Savior on January 16, 2023 at 6:08 AM. She was a wonderful wife to Greg Ryan and mother to Jesse Blain and Amanda Blain. She will be greatly missed by all her family.

Theresa was born in Gary, Indiana the daughter of Darrell and Elaine (Dumis) Turnbull....

Michael Kent Yager

Michael Kent Yager

Jan 14, 2023

Michael Kent Yager, age 51

February 27, 1971 – January 14, 2023

Michael Kent Yager, age 51, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 10:30 PM – Saturday, January 14, 2023, at his home.

Funeral services celebrating Michael's life will be held at 2:00...

Steven Roy Stiles

Steven Roy Stiles

Jan 14, 2023

Steven Roy Stiles, age 70

September 10, 1952 – January 14, 2023

Steven Roy Stiles, age 70, of Effingham, Illinois, passed away at 8:40 PM – Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois.

Funeral services celebrating Steven's life will...

Robert "Bob" Shawver

Robert "Bob" Shawver

Jan 14, 2023

Robert Joe "Bob" Shawver, age 71

April 4, 1951 – January 14, 2023

Robert "Bob" Shawver, age 71, formerly of Casey, Illinois, passed away at 11:17 AM – Saturday,

January 14, 2023, at Robinson Rehab and Nursing in Robinson, Illinois.

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Loretta Faye Wallace

Loretta Faye Wallace

Jan 9, 2023

Loretta Faye Wallace, age 82

July 14, 1940 – January 9, 2023

Loretta Faye Wallace, age 82, formerly of rural Montrose, Illinois, passed away at 5:31 PM – Monday, January 9, 2023, at Heartland Senior Living in Neoga, Illinois.

Funeral services celebrating Loretta's...

Jerry G Vincent

Jerry G Vincent

Jan 8, 2023

Jerry G. Vincent, 71, of Parkersburg, passed away at 6:18 AM on Sunday, January 8, 2023 at his residence.

Graveside services will be held at 1:30 PM on Friday, January 20, 2023 at Oak Hill Cemetery in Parkersburg. Pastor Mike Baker will be officiating.

Jerry was born December 21, 1951...

Larry Lee Woods

Larry Lee Woods

Jan 8, 2023

Larry Lee Woods, age 80

July 12, 1942 – January 8, 2023

Larry Lee Woods, age 80, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 5:39 PM – Sunday, January 8, 2023, at Helia Healthcare in Newton, Illinois.

Funeral services celebrated at 11:00...

Leroy Paul Frohning

Leroy Paul Frohning

Jan 4, 2023

Leroy Paul Frohning, age 85

August 24, 1937 – January 4, 2023

Leroy Paul Frohning, age 85, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 1:23 PM – Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at HSHS St Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham, Illinois.

Mass of Christian Burial...

Clarence Joseph Vahling

Clarence Joseph Vahling

Jan 3, 2023

Clarence Joseph Vahling, age 90

December 6, 1932 – January 3, 2023

Clarence Joseph Vahling, age 90, of Gila, Illinois, passed away at 6:15 PM – Tuesday, January 3, 2022, at Lakeland Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Effingham, Illinois.

Mass of Christian...

Nevon Eileen Honomichl - Lamarca

Nevon Eileen Honomichl - Lamarca

Jan 1, 2023

Nevon Eileen Honomichl - LaMarca, age 63

June 22, 1959 – January 1, 2023

Nevon Eileen Honomichl - LaMarca, age 63, of Tempe, Arizona, passed away at 11:07 AM – Sunday, January 1, 2023, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois.

A celebration...

Robert "Bob" Lance Coad

Robert "Bob" Lance Coad

Dec 31, 2022

Robert Lance "Bob" Coad, age 99

December 20, 1923 – December 31, 2022

Robert Lance "Bob" Coad, age 99, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 11:10 PM – Saturday, December 31, 2022, at HSHS St Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham, Illinois.

Funeral services...

Sandra K Heath

Sandra K Heath

Dec 30, 2022

Sandra K. Heath, 59, of Olney, passed away at 6:03 AM on Friday, December 30, 2022 at her residence in Olney.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 in the chapel of Thrasher Family Funeral Home in Olney. Memorial services will immediately follow in the chapel of Thrasher Family...

Clarence "Buck" Eugene Lewis

Clarence "Buck" Eugene Lewis

Dec 30, 2022

Clarence Eugene "Buck" Lewis, age 90

December 29, 1932 – December 30, 2022

Clarence Eugene "Buck" Lewis, age 90, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 11:28 PM – Friday, December 30, 2022, at Helia Healthcare in Newton, Illinois.

Funeral services will be held...

Robert Treece

Robert Treece

Dec 29, 2022

Robert Treece, 65, of Olney, passed away at 2:30AM on Thursday, December 29, 2022 in Harrisburg, IL.

Memorial services will be held at a later date. Cremation rights will be accorded. Burial will be at Crest Haven Cemetery in Olney, IL.

Robert was born September 10, 1957, the son of Roy Treece and Neldarahy Jennings....

Larissa Elizabeth (Brasel) Smith

Larissa Elizabeth (Brasel) Smith

Dec 29, 2022

Larissa Elizabeth (Brasel) Smith, age 58

June 13, 1964 – December 29, 2022

Larissa Elizabeth (Brasel) Smith, age 58, of Willow Hill, Illinois, passed away at 2:45 AM – Thursday, December 29, 2022, at her home.

A celebration of life will be held...

Norma Jean (Morgan) Grove

Norma Jean (Morgan) Grove

Dec 28, 2022

Norma Jean (Morgan) Grove, 92, of Vincennes, formerly of Olney, passed away at 11:20 PM on Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at Bridgepointe Health Campus in Vincennes.

Visitation will be held at Crest Haven Cemetery from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Wednesday, January 11, 2022. Memorial services will follow at 11:00 AM. Burial will...

Donald Aldridge

Donald Aldridge

Dec 27, 2022

Donald Aldridge, 76, of Noble, passed away at 12:20 PM on Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at Deaconess Gateway in Newburgh.

Burial services will be at a later date at Crest Haven Cemetery in Claremont. Cremation rights will be accorded.

Donald was born on March 31, 1946 in Olney, the son...

John C Wilkin

John C Wilkin

Dec 27, 2022

John C. Wilkin, 79, of Olney, passed away at 3:15 PM on Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at Premier Healthcare in New Harmony.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 PM on Saturday, December 31, 2022 in the chapel of Thrasher Family Funeral Home in Olney.

John was born January 17,...

Betty Lynn (Stanley) Higgins

Betty Lynn (Stanley) Higgins

Dec 22, 2022

Betty Lynn Higgins, age 85

September 5, 1937 – December 22, 2022

Betty Lynn Higgins, age 85, of Racine Wisconsin, passed away at 5:20 PM – Thursday, December 22, 2022, at Helia Healthcare in Newton, Illinois.

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

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