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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.

Kathleen "Kathy" Mae Vawter

Kathleen "Kathy" Mae Vawter

Dec 21, 2022

Kathleen Mae "Kathy" Vawter, age 80

July 5, 1942 – December 21, 2022

Kathleen Mae "Kathy" Vawter, age 80, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 2:17 AM – Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at Helia Healthcare in Newton, Illinois.

Funeral services celebrating Kathy's life...

Lois Alberta (Winterrowd) Britton

Lois Alberta (Winterrowd) Britton

Dec 17, 2022

Lois Alberta (Winterrowd) Britton, age 90

February 7, 1932 – December 17, 2022

Lois Alberta (Winterrowd) Britton, age 90, of Dieterich, Illinois, passed away at 10:44 AM – Saturday, December 17, 2022, at HSHS St Anthony's Hospital in Effingham, Illinois.

Funeral services will...

Susan Marie Stateler

Susan Marie Stateler

Dec 16, 2022

Susan Marie Stateler, age 63

February 26, 1959 – December 16, 2022

Susan Marie Stateler, age 63, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 11:05 AM – Friday, December 16, 2022, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.

Funeral services celebrating Susan's life...

Samuel "Sam" Richard Zuber

Samuel "Sam" Richard Zuber

Dec 12, 2022

Samuel Richard Zuber

June 19, 1931 – December 12, 2022

Samuel Richard "Sam" Zuber, 91, of Sainte Marie, Illinois, passed away peacefully at 4:03 AM - Monday, December 12, 2022, at his son's home on the family pond, that he loved so much.

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Vera Stroud

Vera Stroud

Dec 3, 2022

Vera Stroud , age 93

June 5, 1929 – December 3, 2022

Vera Stroud , age 93, of Brookfield, Wisconsin, passed away at 2:16 PM – Saturday, December 3, 2022, Froedtert Hospital in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin.

Vera was born on June 5, 1929, in Berlin, Germany, the daughter of Alfred and Kathe...

Marietta Ann (Massey) Kerner

Marietta Ann (Massey) Kerner

Dec 2, 2022

Marietta Ann (Massey) Kerner, age 82

July 12, 1940 – December 2, 2022

Marietta Ann (Massey) Kerner, age 82, of Ypsilanti, Michigan, and formerly of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 8:05 PM – Friday, December 2, 2022, St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, surrounded by her family.

Michael B Adams

Michael B Adams

Dec 2, 2022

Michael B. Adams, 42 of Springfield, passed away on December 2, 2022 at 4:30am

Private family services will be taking place at a later date. Cremation rites will be accorded.

Michael was born on December 10, 1979. He was the son of Jodie and Fred Leonard of Springfield.

He worked at Star Crest...

Tommy Leroy Mccabe

Tommy Leroy Mccabe

Nov 30, 2022

Tommy Leroy McCabe, age 57

May 5, 1965 – November 30, 2022

Tommy Leroy McCabe, age 57, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 8:10 AM – Wednesday, November 30, 2022.

Private family services were held.  Arrangements are under the care of the Meyer...

Arlene Ruth (Wohltman) Kirby

Arlene Ruth (Wohltman) Kirby

Nov 26, 2022

Arlene Ruth (Wohltman) Kirby, age 90

July 8, 1932 - November 26, 2022

Arlene Ruth (Wohltman) Kirby, age 90, of rural Wheeler, Illinois, passed away at 9:37 AM - Saturday, November 26, 2022, at her home, surrounded by her loved ones.

Funeral services...

Dana Albert Starwalt

Dana Albert Starwalt

Nov 24, 2022

Dana Albert Starwalt, age 93

November 19, 1929 – November 24, 2022

Dana Albert Starwalt, age 93, of Montrose, Illinois, passed away at 12:33 PM – Thursday, November 24, 2022, at Cumberland Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Greenup, Illinois.

Funeral services will...

Betty Jo Harrolle

Betty Jo Harrolle

Nov 22, 2022

Betty Jo Harrolle, 83, of Olney, passed away at 6:32 pm on Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at Helia Healthcare.

Visitation will be from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on November 28, 2022 in the chapel of Thrasher Family Funeral Home. Funeral Services will follow at 1:00 pm in the chapel of Thrasher Family Funeral...

Nellie Irene Koontz

Nellie Irene Koontz

Nov 20, 2022

Nellie Irene Koontz, age 84

November 10, 1938 – November 20, 2022

Nellie Irene Koontz, age 84, of Teutopolis, Illinois, passed away at 6:10 PM – Sunday, November 20, 2022, at Lakeland Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Effingham, Illinois.

Funeral services will...

Charles 'Chase' A Hundley

Charles 'Chase' A Hundley

Nov 20, 2022

Charles 'Chase' A. Hundley, 30, formerly of Olney, passed away at 6:58 am on Sunday, November 20, 2022 in his home in Anderson, South Carolina.

Visitation will be from 5-7 PM on Wednesday, November 30, 2022 in the chapel of Thrasher Family Funeral Home in Olney. Funeral will be at 11 AM on Thursday,...

Jonathan Allen Page

Jonathan Allen Page

Nov 19, 2022

Jonathan Allen Page, 11 days old passed away at 7:07 PM on November 19, 2022 at St. Louis Children's Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.

Private family services will be taking place. Pastor Gary Ryden will be officiating. Cremation rites will be accorded.

Jonathan was born on November 8, 2022 in...

Raymond "Ray" Edward Fear

Raymond "Ray" Edward Fear

Nov 18, 2022

Raymond Edward "Ray" Fear, age 78

March 1, 1944 – November 18, 2022

Raymond Edward "Ray" Fear, age 78, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 3:43 PM – Friday, November 18, 2022, at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center in Mattoon, Illinois.

Funeral...

John David Wiley Jr

John David Wiley Jr

Nov 17, 2022

John D. Wiley Jr. of Parkersburg, passed away at 6:55 am on Thursday, November 17, 2022 at Carle Richland Memorial.

John was the beloved husband of Nancy Wiley who preceded him in death. He was the loving father of three children, Hope (Mark) Wooldridge of Plainfield, IL; David (Lori) of Paris, and Terri (Kenny) Clodfelter of West...

Cora Imogene Mahaffey

Cora Imogene Mahaffey

Oct 30, 2022

Cora Imogene Mahaffey, age 92

July 28, 1930 – October 30, 2022

Cora Imogene Mahaffey, age 92, of Wheeler, Illinois, passed away at 10:030 PM – Sunday, October 30, 2022, at Effingham Health Care Center surrounded by her family.

Funeral services celebrating...

Eugene James Meyer

Eugene James Meyer

Oct 30, 2022

Eugene James Meyer, age 86

June 17, 1936 – October 30, 2022

Eugene James Meyer, age 86, of Dieterich, Illinois, passed away at 6:02 PM – Sunday, October 30, 2022, at home surrounded by his family.

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

Violet Marie Newlin

Violet Marie Newlin

Oct 29, 2022

Violet Marie Newlin, age 87

July 13, 1935 – October 29, 2022

Violet Marie Newlin, age 87, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 7:15 AM – Saturday, October 29, 2022, at her home.

Visitation will be held 6:00 – 7:00 PM – Tuesday,...

Jerome "Jerry" Paul Kerner

Jerome "Jerry" Paul Kerner

Oct 22, 2022

Jerome Paul "Jerry" Kerner, age 73

April 4, 1949 – October 22, 2022

Jerome Paul "Jerry" Kerner, age 73, of Springfield, Missouri; and formerly of Newton, Illinois; passed away on Saturday, October 22, 2022, his home.

Visitation will be held 1:00 - 2:00...

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