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.

Faye 'Sue' L (Bare) Harmon

Faye 'Sue' L (Bare) Harmon

Apr 17, 2022

Faye L. 'Sue' (Bare) Harmon, 82 of Olney passed away at 10:50 AM on Sunday, April 17, 2022 at Richland Nursing and Rehab in Olney.

Graveside service will be at 10 AM on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at Maple Dale Cemetery in Olney. Pastor Bryan White will be officiating.

She...

Albert Edwin White

Albert Edwin White

Apr 16, 2022

Albert Edwin White, age 79

October 4, 1942 – April 16, 2022

Albert White, age 79, of Greenup, Illinois, passed away at 2:31 PM – Saturday, April 16, 2022, at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center in Mattoon, Illinois.

Funeral services celebrating Albert's...

Charles "Charlie" Edward Dhom

Charles "Charlie" Edward Dhom

Apr 16, 2022

Charles Edward "Charlie" Dhom, age 95

March 22, 1927 – April 16, 2022

Charles Edward "Charlie" Dhom, age 95, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 10:45 AM – Saturday, April 16, 2022, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois.

Mass of Christian burial...

Marilyn J. Hubbert

Marilyn J. Hubbert

Apr 15, 2022

Marilyn J. Hubbert, age 98 June 8, 1923 – April 15, 2022

Marilyn J. Hubbert, age 98, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 3:47 PM – Friday, April 15, 2022, at HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham, Illinois.

Graveside services celebrating Marilyn's life will be held...

Craig Todd Pritchard

Craig Todd Pritchard

Apr 11, 2022

Craig Todd Pritchard, age 59, of Willow Hill, Illinois, passed away at 9:33 PM – Monday, April 11, 2022, at Franciscan Health in Dyer, Indiana.

Visitation will be held 3:00-5:00 PM – Tuesday, May 3, 2022, at the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton, Illinois.  In loving memory of Craig, memorials may be...

William "Wild Bill" Norbert Ruholl, Sr

William "Wild Bill" Norbert Ruholl, Sr

Apr 11, 2022

William Norbert "Wild Bill" Ruholl, age 67, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 9:00 PM – Monday, April 11, 2022, at his home.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.  Arrangements are under the care of the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton, Illinois.  The obituary can be viewed...

Tara Jo (Long) Pottorff

Tara Jo (Long) Pottorff

Apr 9, 2022

Tara Jo (Long) Pottorff, 46 of Olney passed away at 4:10 AM on Saturday, April 9, 2022 at the Linda White House in Evansville.

Visitation will be from 3-5:30 PM on Thursday, April 14th in the chapel of Thrasher Family Funeral Home in Olney. Memorial service will be at 5:30 PM in the chapel...

Lelia Marie Rennier

Lelia Marie Rennier

Apr 9, 2022

Lelia Marie Rennier, age 97

April 3, 1925 – April 9, 2022

Lelia Marie Rennier, age 97, of Sainte Marie, Illinois, passed away at 10:30 AM – Saturday, April 9, 2022, at her home.

Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:30 AM...

Rebecca Rose (Wyatt) Godby

Rebecca Rose (Wyatt) Godby

Apr 7, 2022

Rebecca Rose "Becky" (Wyatt) Godby, 72 of Olney formerly of West Salem, entered her eternity on April 7, 2022 at Helia Healthcare the Arch in Olney.

She was born on June 13, 1949 in Jackson Hospital in Olney. The first child of Donald Earl and Betty Louise (Jennings) Wyatt. On September 28, 1969 she...

Thomas E. Eaton, Jr

Thomas E. Eaton, Jr

Apr 4, 2022

Thomas E. Eaton, Jr, age 55

February 16, 1967 – April 4, 2022

Thomas E. Eaton, Jr age 55, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 10:22 PM – Monday, April 4, 2022, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, Indiana.

A reception celebrating the...

Linda Kay Worton

Linda Kay Worton

Apr 2, 2022

Linda Kay Worton, age 78

April 28, 1943 – April 2, 2022

Linda Kay Worton, age 78, of Wheeler, Illinois, passed away at 5:04 PM – Saturday, April 2, 2022, at St. John's Hospital in Springfield, Illinois.

Funeral services celebrating Linda's life will...

Wayne Anthony Kessler

Wayne Anthony Kessler

Apr 1, 2022

Wayne Anthony Kessler, age 81

December 20, 1940 – April 1, 2022

Wayne Anthony Kessler, age 81, of Noble, Illinois, passed away at 11:56 PM – Friday, April 1, 2022, at his home.

Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM...

Bruce Allen Fisher

Bruce Allen Fisher

Mar 28, 2022

Bruce Allen Fisher, age 76

August 1, 1945 – March 28, 2022

Bruce Allen Fisher, age 76, of Teutopolis, Illinois, passed away at 8:48 PM – Monday, March 28, 2022, at HSHS St. Anthony Memorial Hospital in Effingham, Illinois.

A celebration of life service...

Ernest "Buck" Thornton Pickens

Ernest "Buck" Thornton Pickens

Mar 28, 2022

Ernest Thornton "Buck" Pickens, age 96

November 11, 1925 – March 28, 202

Ernest Thornton "Buck" Pickens, age 96, of Wheeler, Illinois, passed away at 5:15 AM – Monday, March 28, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family.

Funeral services celebrating Buck's...

Francis "Gene" Eugene Zuber

Francis "Gene" Eugene Zuber

Mar 22, 2022

Francis Eugene "Gene" Zuber, age 89

July 21, 1932 – March 22, 202

Francis Eugene "Gene" Zuber, age 89, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 7:15 AM – Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family.

Mass of Christian Burial...

Roscoe Olen Elmore

Roscoe Olen Elmore

Mar 22, 2022

Roscoe Olen Elmore, age 79

August 17, 1942 – March 22, 2022

Roscoe Olen Elmore, age 79, of Wheeler, Illinois, went to be with his Lord and Savior at 11:30 AM – Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at home with family surrounding him in his final days.

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Paul Joseph Zuber

Paul Joseph Zuber

Mar 21, 2022

Paul J. Zuber, age 73

September 17, 1948 – March 21, 2022

Paul J. Zuber, age 73, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 9:08 AM – Monday, March 21, 2022, Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, Indiana.

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

Donald 'Don' Runyon

Donald 'Don' Runyon

Mar 15, 2022

Donald 'Don' Runyon, 86 of Olney, passed away at 4:30 AM on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at his residence in Olney.

Visitation will be from 6-8 PM on Friday, March 18, 2022 in the chapel of Thrasher Family Funeral Home in Olney. Funeral service will be at 11 AM on Saturday, March 19, 2022...

Harry "Doc" Dale Douthit, Sr.

Harry "Doc" Dale Douthit, Sr.

Mar 14, 2022

Harry Dale "Doc" Douthit, Sr. age 78

October 26, 1943 – March 14, 2022

Harry Dale "Doc" Douthit, Sr. age 78, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 12:36 PM – Monday, March 14, 2022, HSHS St Mary's Hospital in Decatur, Illinois.

Private family services will...

Rowena Marie Wagy

Rowena Marie Wagy

Mar 13, 2022

Rowena Marie Wagy, age 93

June 11, 1928 – March 13, 2022

Rowena Marie Wagy, age 93, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 4:16 PM – Sunday, March 13, 2022, Helia Healthcare of Newton, Illinois, surrounded by her family.

Mass of Christian Burial...

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