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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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. Â 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
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
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
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
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...
Sharon Anne (Jones) Martin Farris
Jun 28, 2025
Sharon Anne (Jones) Martin Farris, age 81
February 2, 1944 – June 28, 2025
Sharon Anne (Jones) Martin Farris (Mrs. Carney), age 81, of Dieterich, Illinois, and a former resident of Salem, Illinois, and Vienna, Illinois, passed away peacefully at 3:05 PM- Saturday June 28, 2025, at her home...
Barbara Lee Gillam
Jun 27, 2025
Barbara Lee Gillam, age 86
March 6, 1939 – June 27, 2025
Barbara Lee Gillam, age 86, of Montrose, Illinois, passed away at 5:27 AM- Friday June 27, 2025, at HSHS Saint John's Hospital in Springfield, Illinois.
Services celebrating Barbara's, life will be...
Madonna Marie (Zwilling) Boehl
Jun 24, 2025
Madonna Marie (Zwilling) Boehl, age 68
October 17, 1956 – June 24, 2025
Madonna Marie (Zwilling) Boehl, age 68, of The Bend, rural Oblong, Illinois, passed away at 9:05 PM - Tuesday June 24, 2025, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois.
Mass of Christian...
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