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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.

Alice Polk

Alice Polk

Oct 18, 2025

Alice Faye Polk

August 8, 1937 – October 18, 2025

Alice Faye Polk, 88, of Olney, Illinois, passed away October 18, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family.

A Memorial Service for Alice will be held on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 11:00...

John J. Hanna

John J. Hanna

Oct 15, 2025

John J. Hanna, 69, of Noble, Illinois, passed away October 15, 2025.

John was born on November 16, 1955, in Olney, Illinois the son of Jado and Goldie (Scott) Hanna. John married Shirley Koehler on 05-25-1974 in Noble, Il.

A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, October 24,...

Stephen Ray Utley

Stephen Ray Utley

Oct 14, 2025

Stephen Ray Utley, age 74

July 18, 1951 – October 14, 2025

Stephen Ray Utley, age 74, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 6:23 PM – Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at his home.

A visitation for family and friends will be held from...

Nancy Louise Stangle

Nancy Louise Stangle

Oct 11, 2025

Nancy Louise Stangle, age 77 of Olney, Illinois, passed away October 11, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family.

A Celebration of Life for Nancy will be held on Friday, October 17, from 5:00-7:00 PM at the Meyer Funeral Home in Olney, Illinois. The obituary can be viewed, and condolences left at...

John Edward Shook

John Edward Shook

Oct 7, 2025

JOHN EDWARD SHOOK, AGE 47

December 27, 1977 – October 7, 2025

John Edward Shook, age 47, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 10:50 AM – Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at his home.

A visitation for family and friends will be held from 4:00...

Mary Evelyn Dhom

Mary Evelyn Dhom

Oct 6, 2025

Mary Evelyn Dhom, age 94

July 29, 1931 – October 6, 2025

Mary Evelyn Dhom, age 94, of Newton, Illinois, left this earth peacefully at 9:45 AM – Monday, October 6, 2025, at Helia Healthcare of Newton.

Funeral service will be held...

Kevin Ray Beavers

Kevin Ray Beavers

Sep 30, 2025

Kevin Ray Beavers, age 68

August 22, 1957 – September 30, 2025

Kevin Ray Beavers, age 68, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 11:36 AM – Tuesday, September 30, 2025 .

A visitation for family and friends will be held from...

Loren William Croft

Loren William Croft

Sep 27, 2025

Loren William Croft, age 68

June 26, 1957 – September 27, 2025

Loren William Croft "Uncle Fuzz", age 68, of Greenup, Illinois, passed away at 7:25 AM – Saturday, September 27, 2025, at the Willow Breeze Hospice House in Mattoon, Illinois.

A visitation...

Lois Ella (Colyer) Skelton

Lois Ella (Colyer) Skelton

Sep 24, 2025

Lois Ella (Colyer) Skelton, age 91

March 15, 1934 – September 24, 2025

Lois Ella (Colyer) Skelton, age 91 of Olney, Illinois, was taken home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at 9:05 PM – Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at Helia Healthcare in Olney, Illinois.

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Evangeline Rein Wenthe

Evangeline Rein Wenthe

Sep 23, 2025

Evangeline Rein Wenthe, age 1 month

August 22, 2025 – September 23, 2025

Evangeline Rein Wenthe, age 1 month, infant daughter of Cailin Faith Kent and Jay Lee Wenthe of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 10:49 AM – Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at her home.

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Ronald Dean Rude

Ronald Dean Rude

Sep 10, 2025

Ronald Dean Rude, age 73

March 18, 1952 – September 10, 2025

Ronald Dean Rude, age 73, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 1:40 AM- Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at HSHS Saint Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham, Illinois.

A services honoring Ronald's life will be...

Luanne E. Williams

Luanne E. Williams

Sep 3, 2025

Luanne Elizabeth Williams passed away peacefully on September 3rd, 2025, at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital LTC wing in Olney, IL, in the company of her family. She was born on October 31, 1930, in Waverly, Iowa, the only child of Donald W. and Lurena E. Woodruff. According to family legend, she was almost born in the hospital...

Victoria "Vicki" Diane Kocher

Victoria "Vicki" Diane Kocher

Aug 28, 2025

Victoria Diane "Vicki" Kocher, age 77

January 29, 1948 – August 28, 2025

Victoria Diane Kocher, age 77, of Sainte Marie, Illinois, passed away at 3:33 AM - Thursday August 28, 2025, at Helia Healthcare of Newton.

Mass of Christian burial...

Barbara Jean Paddock

Barbara Jean Paddock

Aug 26, 2025

Barbara Jean Paddock, age 76

October 5, 1948 – August 26, 2025

Barbara J. Paddock, age 76, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 9:29 AM- Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.

Services for Barbara will be held at 11:00...

June And John Doss

June And John Doss

Aug 19, 2025

June Eileen (Cleveland) Doss, 68, rural Dundas, died Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Mo. after a heroic battle with cancer.  Her husband, John F. Doss, 79, rural Dundas, died Aug. 21, 2025 at their home.

June was born June 23, 1957 in Carmi, IL, the daughter of Charles...

Mildred Mae Johnston

Mildred Mae Johnston

Aug 18, 2025

Mildred Mae Johnston, age 93

May 19, 1932 – August 18, 2025

Mildred Mae Johnston, age 93, of Mason, Illinois, passed away at 5:30 PM – Monday, August 18, 2025, at The Glenwood Assisted Living of Effingham, Illinois.

Funeral services will be at 12:00 PM...

John "Johnny" W. Morgan

John "Johnny" W. Morgan

Aug 18, 2025

John "Johnny" W. Morgan November 10, 1943 – August 18, 2025

Vietnam War Veteran, MSgt John W. Morgan, age 81, of Olney, Illinois, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Monday, August 18, 2025, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, Indiana.

John was born on November...

David "Kurt" Kurt Tevault

David "Kurt" Kurt Tevault

Aug 15, 2025

Kurt Tevault, age 60

February 9, 1965 – August 15, 2025

Kurt Tevault, age 60, of Newton, Illinois, passed away unexpectedly at 8:47 PM - Friday, August 15, 2025, shortly after a perfect pass in his 1964 Dodge Polara Wagon, at the US 41 Dragway in Morocco, Indiana.  No...

Terry S. Greninger

Terry S. Greninger

Aug 13, 2025

Terry S. Greninger, age 71 of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, formerly of Bone Gap, Illinois passed away August 13, 202,5 at Oakview Nursing Facility in Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

A Celebration of Life Service for Terry will be held at a later date.

Terry was born on November 17, 1953, a...

Terry Lee Key

Terry Lee Key

Aug 12, 2025

Terry Lee Key, age 70

April 10, 1955 – August 12, 2025

Terry Lee Key, age 70, of rural Montrose, Illinois, passed away at 12:10 PM - Tuesday August 12, 2025, in rural Montrose, Illinois.

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

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