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.

Richard "Dick" E. Horner

Richard "Dick" E. Horner

Aug 8, 2025

Richard E. "Dick" Horner age 73 of Newton, Illinois, went home to be with Jesus on August 8th, 2025, at Willowbrook Memory Care Center in Effingham, Illinois.  Dick was born December 29th, 1951, in Lincoln, Illinois the son of Frank "Bud" and Mildred (Skaggs) Horner.

Services for Dick will be held at Meyer...

Pastor Roger Dale Long

Pastor Roger Dale Long

Jul 29, 2025

Pastor Roger Dale Long, age 69

April 7, 1956 – July 29, 2025

Pastor Roger Dale Long, age 69, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 6:40 PM – Tuesday, July 29, 2025.

Early in the evening on Tuesday, July 29th, Heaven welcomed a new resident....

Terry D. Malone

Terry D. Malone

Jul 28, 2025

Terry D. Malone, age 61 of Sumner, passed away on July 28, 2025, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, Indiana.

Terry was born on August 31, 1963 in Olney, Illinois, the Son of Robert Lee and Elizabeth (Peyton) Malone Sr.

Arrangements are under the care of Meyer Funeral Home...

Marilynn Joyce Copper

Marilynn Joyce Copper

Jul 26, 2025

Marilynn Joyce Copper, age 85

March 5, 1940 – July 26, 2025

Marilynn Joyce Copper, age 85, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 2:54 PM – Saturday, July 26, 2025, at her home.

Graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM – Thursday, July...

Michelle "Miki" Dee (Ball) Abraham

Michelle "Miki" Dee (Ball) Abraham

Jul 25, 2025

Michelle Dee (Ball) "Miki" Abraham, age 58

April 6, 1967 – July 25, 2025

Michelle Dee (Ball) "Miki" Abraham, age 58, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 12:10 AM- Friday July 25, 2025, at Helia Healthcare in Newton, Illinois.

Michelle Dee (Ball) "Miki" Abraham, age...

Mary Helen Richardson

Mary Helen Richardson

Jul 25, 2025

Mary Helen Richardson, age 95, of Olney, Illinois, passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025, at Richland Care and Rehab of Olney, Illinois.

Mary was born on February 26, 1930, in Olney, Illinois, the daughter of Bernard and Helen S. (Smith) Zimmerle. She married her husband Raymond Richardson, and he preceded her in...

Brandon "Beef" Scott Frichtl

Brandon "Beef" Scott Frichtl

Jul 24, 2025

Brandon Scott "Beef" Frichtl, age 35

July 25, 1989 – July 24, 2025

Brandon Scott "Beef" Frichtl, age 35, of Newton, Illinois, passed away on the family farm at 6:25 PM – Thursday, July 24, 2025.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM...

Richard Duane Poe

Richard Duane Poe

Jul 19, 2025

Richard Duane Poe, age 80

February 17, 1945 – July 19, 2025

Richard Duane Poe, age 80, of Shelbyville, Illinois, and formerly of Dieterich, Illinois, passed away at 9:59 PM – Saturday, July 19, 2025, at HSHS Saint John's Hospital in Springfield, Illinois, with his family by his side....

Douglas N. Clark

Douglas N. Clark

Jul 16, 2025

Douglas N. Clark, age 37, of Fairfield, Illinois, passed away on July 16, 2025, at his home. Douglas was born on August 10, 1987, in Shelbyville, Tennessee the son of Ward and Sherrie (Kelly) Clark.

Douglas served his country in the United States Army, entering the military just after high school. He enjoyed...

Sherry Brashear

Sherry Brashear

Jul 14, 2025

Sherry Brashear, age 67

March 13, 1958 - July 14, 2025

Sherry Brashear, age 67 of Olney, Illinois, passed away on July 14, 2025, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.

Sherry was born on March 13, 1958, in Vincennes, Indiana, the...

Walter "Chip" Roy Urfer

Walter "Chip" Roy Urfer

Jul 12, 2025

Walter R. "Chip" Urfer, age 100

November 10, 1924 – July 12, 2025

Walter R. "Chip" Urfer, age 100, of West Liberty, Illinois, passed away at 9:43 AM – Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney, Illinois.

A Mass of...

Max Randy Kuhn

Max Randy Kuhn

Jul 12, 2025

Max Randy Kuhn, age 72

July 21, 1952 – July 12, 2025

Max Randy Kuhn, age 72, of Greenup, Illinois, passed away at 5:10 AM – Saturday, July 12, 2025, Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center in Mattoon, Illinois.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00...

Saundra Jean (Stoops) Jayne

Saundra Jean (Stoops) Jayne

Jul 8, 2025

Saundra Jean (Stoops) Jayne, age 71

December 10, 1953 – July 8, 2025

Saundra Jean (Stoops) Jayne, age 71, of West Liberty, Illinois, passed away at 2:40 PM – Tuesday, July 8, 2025.

A celebration of Saundra's life will be held at 3:00 PM –...

Brian Lee Wiebking

Brian Lee Wiebking

Jul 4, 2025

Brian Lee Wiebking, age 52

July 12, 1972 – July 4, 2025

Brian Lee Wiebking, age 52, of Effingham, Illinois, passed away at 1:25 PM – Friday, July 4, 2025, in Effingham, Illinois.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM – Friday, July 11,...

Bonnie Olive York

Bonnie Olive York

Jul 4, 2025

Bonnie Olive York (née Cantwell), 91, passed away at her home outside of Parkersburg, IL early on July 4th, 2025. Bonnie was born on November 11, 1933, in Sumner, IL to Irene (Weaver) and Glen Cantwell. On September 20, 1949, she married Joseph L. York in Robinson, IL. They spent 67 years together until his passing in...

Virginia "Jenny" Mae Francis

Virginia "Jenny" Mae Francis

Jul 4, 2025

Virginia "Jenny" Mae Francis, age 51, of West Salem passed away on July 4th, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family. Jenny loved spending time with her friends and family.  She loved animals, especially her dog Winter.

Jenny is survived by her husband Shawn Francis, her three children, Autumn Francis, Zach Francis,...

Janet L. Miller

Janet L. Miller

Jul 2, 2025

Janet L. Miller, age 68, of Flora, Illinois, passed away peacefully in her home. Janet was born on March 8, 1957, in Effingham, Illinois, the daughter of Wayne and Lucille (Foster) Hickox.  She was united in marriage to Emmitt Miller on July 31, 2009, at the Church of God in Olney Illinois, and shared 15 wedding anniversaries...

Noah Joseph-Edgar Lee Keebler

Noah Joseph-Edgar Lee Keebler

Jun 28, 2025

Noah Joseph-Edgar Lee Keebler, age 6

July 16, 2018 – June 28, 2025

Noah Joseph-Edgar Lee Keebler, age 6, of Willow Hill, Illinois, passed away at 7:30 PM- Saturday June 28, 2025, southwest of Willow Hill, Illinois.

A celebration of life service will be...

Travis Lee Keebler

Travis Lee Keebler

Jun 28, 2025

Travis Lee Keebler, age 39

November 10, 1985 – June 28, 2025

Travis Lee Keebler, age 39, of Willow Hill, Illinois, passed away at 10:24 PM- Saturday June 28, 2025, southwest of Willow Hill, Illinois.

A celebration of life service will be held at...

Adelyn Re'Nee-Lee Keebler

Adelyn Re'Nee-Lee Keebler

Jun 28, 2025

Adelyn Re'Nee-Lee Keebler, age 12

June 28, 2012 – June 28, 2025

Adelyn Re'Nee-Lee Keebler, age 12, of Willow Hill, Illinois, passed away at 5:50 PM- Saturday June 28, 2025, southwest of Willow Hill, Illinois.

A celebration of life service will be held at...

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