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.

Bradley "Brad" D. Ghast

Bradley "Brad" D. Ghast

Aug 18, 2018

Bradley D. Ghast, age 60

Bradley D. Ghast, age 60, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 5:18 PM – Saturday, August 18, 2018, at his home.

Funeral mass celebrating Brad's life will be celebrated at 10:30 AM – Thursday, August 23, 2018, at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in Newton, Illinois.  Visitation...

Robert Lee Young

Robert Lee Young

Aug 12, 2018

Robert Lee Young, age 82 of Olney, went to be with the Lord, at 10:03 PM on Sunday, August 12, 2018 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes.

Funeral service will be at 1 PM on Wednesday, August 15 in the chapel of Thrasher Family Funeral Home in Olney. Visitation will be held two hours prior to service...

Celeste D. (Menke) Keller

Celeste D. (Menke) Keller

Aug 11, 2018

Mrs. Celeste D. (Menke) Keller, age 105

Mrs. Celeste D. (Menke) Keller, of Decatur and formerly of Ste. Marie, Illinois, passed away at 10:02 PM - Saturday, August 11, 2018, at the Randall Residence of Decatur in Decatur, Illinois.

Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:30 AM – Tuesday, August 14, 2018, at...

James 'Jim' Glover

James 'Jim' Glover

Aug 4, 2018

James 'Jim' Glover, age 70 of Calhoun, passed away at 9:10 PM on Saturday, August 4, 2018. He died peacefully in his home, surrounded by his family.

A private burial service will be held at a later date. Cremation rites will be accorded.

Jim was born on March 2, 1948, in Olney to Floyd and...

Beverlyn Sue Dengler

Beverlyn Sue Dengler

Jul 28, 2018

Beverlyn Sue Dengler, age 76

Beverlyn Sue Dengler, age 76, of Greenup, Illinois, passed away at 4:40 AM – Saturday, July 28, 2018, at Casey Health Care Center in Casey, Illinois.

Private family services will be held with burial in the Aten Cemetery in Hidalgo, Illinois.  Arrangements are under the care of the...

Burl Johnson

Burl Johnson

Jul 26, 2018

Burl Johnson, age 76

Burl Johnson, age 76, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 9:21 PM – Thursday, July 26, 2018, at HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham, Illinois.

Funeral services celebrating Burl's life will be held at 11:00 AM – Thursday, August 2, 2018, at the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton,...

Thrasilla Matilda Beckman

Thrasilla Matilda Beckman

Jul 25, 2018

Thrasilla Matilda Beckman, age 89

Thrasilla Matilda Beckman, age 89, of Wheeler, Illinois, passed away at 9:45 AM – Wednesday, July 25, 2018, at Evergreen Nursing & Rehabilitation in Effingham, Illinois.

Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:30 AM – Monday, July 30, 2018, at St. Aloysius Catholic Church in Bishop Creek, Illinois...

Glenda Faye Fehrenbacher

Glenda Faye Fehrenbacher

Jul 20, 2018

Glenda Faye Fehrenbacher, age 85

Glenda Faye Fehrenbacher, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 4:45 PM – Friday, July 20, 2018, at Newton Care Center in Newton, Illinois.

Funeral services celebrating Glenda's life will be held at 10:00 AM - Tuesday, July 24, 2018, at the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton, Illinois, with...

Deborah Jane Collyard

Deborah Jane Collyard

Jul 19, 2018

Deborah Collyard, age 57 of Olney, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, July 19, 2018.

Celebration of Life will be from 4-6 PM on July 24, 2018 at Free Methodist Church in Olney. There will be a service at 6 PM. Pastor Chris Jennette will be officiating. Private burial will be at a later date....

Avery Wren Muhs

Avery Wren Muhs

Jul 17, 2018

Avery Wren Muhs

Avery Wren Muhs, the infant son of Cole Eric and Lauren Renee (Gillum) Muhs of Clay City, Illinois, was stillborn at 9:00 AM – Tuesday, July 17, 2018, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois.

Private family services were held with burial in the Dieterich Village Cemetery in Dieterich, Illinois. ...

Pauline (Wofford) Davidson

Pauline (Wofford) Davidson

Jul 13, 2018

Pauline (Wofford) Davidson, age 67

Pauline (Wofford) Davidson, of Casey, Illinois, passed away at 10:10 PM – Friday, July 13, 2018, at Heartland Manor in Casey, Illinois.

Private family services will be held.  Arrangements are under the care of the Meyer Funeral Home – Bishop Chapel in Greenup, Illinois.

Jessie Pauline...

Sylvan "Sid" Roy Brackett

Sylvan "Sid" Roy Brackett

Jul 11, 2018

Sylvan Roy "Sid" Brackett, age 86 Sylvan Roy "Sid" Brackett, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 11:30 PM – Wednesday, July 11, 2018, at Casey Health Care Center in Casey, Illinois. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM – Sunday, July 15, 2018, at the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton, Illinois, with Bro. Larry Matson officiating.  Burial...

Brenda Joyce (Taylor) Allen

Brenda Joyce (Taylor) Allen

Jul 10, 2018

Brenda Joyce (Taylor) Allen, age 68 of Olney, passed away at 5:45 PM on Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at her residence in Olney.

Visitation will be from 5-7 PM on Thursday, July 12, 2018 in the chapel of Thrasher Family Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 10:00 AM on Friday, July 13, 2018 in the chapel...

Mark Dee Pence

Mark Dee Pence

Jul 3, 2018

Mark Dee Pence, age 63

Mark Dee Pence, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 10:34 AM - Tuesday, July 3, 2018, at HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham, Illinois.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM – Saturday, July 7, 2018, at the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton, Illinois, with Rick...

Carl Short

Carl Short

Jul 2, 2018

Carl A. Short, age 89

Carl A. Short, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 9:30 AM – Monday, July 2, 2018, at his home.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM – Thursday, July 5, 2018, at the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton, Illinois, with Bro. Larry Matson officiating.  Burial will be...

Lois Louise Effland

Lois Louise Effland

Jul 2, 2018

Lois Louise Effland, age 88

Lois Louise Effland, of Taylorville, Illinois, passed away at 10:01 AM – Monday, July 2, 2018, at her home.

A celebration of life will be held at 4:00 PM – Monday, July 9, 2018, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses 3540 Lincoln Trail Taylorville, Illinois, with Brother...

Ruth (Rentz) Hayes

Ruth (Rentz) Hayes

Jul 1, 2018

Ruth (Rentz) Hayes, age 77 of Olney, passed away at 8:14 AM on Sunday, July 1, 2018 at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney.

Funeral service will be at 10:30 AM on Saturday, July 7, 2018 in the chapel of Thrasher Family Funeral Home. Visitation will be one hour prior to service. Burial will be at Maple...

Ronald Francis Dhom

Ronald Francis Dhom

Jun 25, 2018

Ronald Francis Dhom, age 68

Ronald Francis Dhom, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 1:00 AM – Monday, June 25, 2018, at his home.

Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM – Friday, June 29, 2018, at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in Newton, Illinois, with Fr. James Flach...

Brad R Hayes

Brad R Hayes

Jun 22, 2018

Bradford 'Brad' Hayes, age 55 of Calhoun, passed away at 9:57 AM on Friday, June 22, 2018 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana.

A casual Celebration of Life service will be at 11 AM on Saturday, June 30, 2018 at the Calhoun Community Building in Calhoun. Visitation will be one hour prior to service. Pastor Tim Bursott...

Wanda Lee (Hartleroad) Fehrenbacher

Wanda Lee (Hartleroad) Fehrenbacher

Jun 18, 2018

Wanda Lee (Hartleroad) Fehrenbacher, age 60

Wanda Lee (Hartleroad) Fehrenbacher, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 4:30 PM – Monday, June 18, 2018, at her home.

Funeral services celebrating Wanda's life will be held at 5:00 PM – Saturday, June 23, 2018, at the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton, Illinois, with Rev. Steve...

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