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.
Carolyn Jean (Wimberly) Worrell
May 23, 2020
Carolyn Jean (Wimberly) Worrell, age 71, of Olney, passed away at 7:38 PM on Saturday, May 23, 2020 at her residence in Olney.
Celebration of Life service is being set for a later date. Cremation rites will be accorded. Thrasher Family Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Carolyn was born...
Roland "Butch" "Peanut" Henry Helmbacher, Jr.
May 23, 2020
Roland Henry "Butch" "Peanut" Helmbacher, Jr. age 72
December 31, 1947 - May 23, 2020
Roland Henry Helmbacher, Jr.  age 72, of Wheeler, Illinois, passed away at 4:55 PM – Saturday, May 23, 2020, at the home of his daughter.
Private family services will be...
Judy Kay Traub
May 23, 2020
Judy Kay Traub, age 74
June 29, 1945 – May 23, 2020
Judy Kay Traub, age 74, of Dieterich, Illinois, passed away at 1:20 PM - Saturday, May 23, 2020, in the comfort of her home with family by her side.
Private family...
Mashell Marie Burson
May 19, 2020
Mashell Marie Burson (Rowley), age 48, of Casey, Illinois, went to her heavenly home 1:00 AM - Tuesday, May 19, 2020, due to kidney failure. At the time of her passing, she was at her mother's home in Caldwell, Idaho surrounded by her family.
Private family services will be held. Arrangements are...
Kent Douglas Wilson
May 14, 2020
Kent Douglas Wilson, Sr. age 55
August 22, 1964 – May 14, 2020
Kent Douglas Wilson, Sr., age 55, of Newton, Illinois and formerly of Willow Hill, Illinois, passed away at 1:45 PM – Thursday, May 14, 2020 at his home.
Private services...
Frank William Aldridge
May 12, 2020
Frank William Aldridge, age 90
January 29, 1930 – May 12, 2020
Frank William Aldridge, age 90, of Olney, Illinois, passed away at 9:30 AM - Tuesday, May 12, 2020, at Newton Care Center in Newton, Illinois.
Private family services will be held at...
Joyce Lavern Swick
May 10, 2020
Joyce Lavern Swick, age 92
February 21, 1928 – May 10, 2020
Joyce Lavern Swick, age 92, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 3:15 PM - Sunday, May 10, 2020, at Newton Care Center.
Private family services will be held at Meyer Funeral...
Michael Perry Mulvey
May 4, 2020
Michael Perry Mulvey, age 79, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 5:30 AM - Monday, May 4 2020, at his home surrounded by his family.
Private family services will be held at the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton, Illinois.  Burial will be in the New St. Peter Cemetery, east of Newton, Illinois. A...
Delbert Delaine Mundt
Apr 30, 2020
Delbert Delaine Mundt, age 91
August 28, 1928 – April 30, 2020
Delbert Delaine Mundt, age 91, of Dieterich, Illinois, went to his heavenly home on Thursday, April 30 th , 2020 at 1:34 pm at home, surrounded by his loving family.
Graveside...
Stella Florence Donaldson
Apr 29, 2020
Stella Florence Donaldson, age 80
September 30, 1939 – April 29, 2020
Stella Florence Donaldson, age, 80, of Dieterich, Illinois, passed away at 1:20 AM - Wednesday, April 29, 2020, at HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham, Illinois.
Private family services will...
Ronald Eugene Smith
Apr 29, 2020
In lieu of flowers, please see the family's request below for memorials.
"For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain." (Philippians 1:21)
Ronald (Ron, Ronnie) Eugene Smith passed from this earth into the presence of his Lord and Saviour on April 29, 2020, in St. Paul, Minnesota...
Gerald Dale Bower
Apr 29, 2020
Gerald Dale Bower, age 96
March 27, 1924 – April 29, 2020
Gerald Dale Bower, age 96, of Wheeler, Illinois, passed away at 9:05 AM - Wednesday, April 29, 2020, at Newton Care Center in Newton, Illinois.
Private family services will be held with...
Jerry "Jed" Maynard Collins
Apr 29, 2020
Jerry Maynard "Jed" Collins, age 80
March 27, 1940 – April 29, 2020
Jerry Maynard "Jed" Collins, age 80, of Yale, Illinois, passed away at 3:28 PM - Wednesday, April 29, 2020, at Mercy Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.
The family will greet...
Paula (Royse) Clark
Apr 28, 2020
Paula (Royse) Clark, age 64, of Parkersburg, passed away at 2:25 PM on Tuesday, April 28, 2020 at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney.
Family and friends are invited to a get together to celebrate Paula's life at a later date. Cremation rites will be accorded. Thrasher Family Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Paula...
Deborah Mejias
Apr 26, 2020
Deborah Mejias, age 61, of Olney, went to be with the Lord at 9:12 AM on Sunday, April 26, 2020 at her residence in Olney.
Private family services are being held on Tuesday, April 28 at First Assembly of God in Olney. Cremation rites will be accorded. Pastor Paul Goss will be officiating. Burial...
Zella C. Apple
Apr 26, 2020
Zella C. Apple, age 86
August 10, 1933 – April 26, 2020
Zella C. Apple, age 86, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 4:30 AM – Sunday, April 26, 2020 atthe Newton Care Center in Newton, Illinois.
Graveside services will be held at 2:00 PM...
Timothy Lee Bergbower
Apr 22, 2020
Timothy Lee Bergbower, age 65
December 4, 1954 – April 22, 2020
Timothy Lee Bergbower, age 65, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 3:25 AM – Wednesday, April 22, 2020 at his home.
Private services will be held, with burial in the Old St....
Addy Jo Beverlin
Apr 19, 2020
Addy Jo Beverlin, age 92
January 19, 1928 – April 19, 2020
Addy Jo Beverlin, age 92, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 1:30 PM - Sunday, April 19, 2020, at her home.
Private services will be held. Burial will be in the in...
Rose Marie Tate
Apr 18, 2020
Rose Marie Tate, age 83
March 19, 1937 – April 18, 2020
Rose Marie Tate, age 83, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 8:30 PM – Saturday, April 18, 2020 at Newton Care Center in Newton, Illinois.
Private family services will be held. The...
Jean Ann Powers
Apr 15, 2020
Jean Ann Powers, age 82
March 3, 1938 – April 15, 2020
Jean Ann Powers, age 82, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 3:40 AM - Wednesday, April 15, 2020, at her home.
Private services will be held. Burial will be in Westlawn Memorial Park...
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