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.

Clifford "Cliff" Louis Bierman

Clifford "Cliff" Louis Bierman

Aug 21, 2015

Clifford Louis "Cliff" Bierman, age 61 of Dieterich, Illinois passed away at 4:43 PM – Friday, August 21, 2015 at his home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 AM – Wednesday, August 26, 2015 at St. Joseph Catholic Church at Island Grove, Illinois with Fr. Joseph Carlos celebrating mass. Burial will be in St. Joseph...

Hugh Franklin Stone

Hugh Franklin Stone

Aug 19, 2015

Hugh Franklin Stone, age 81 of Mt. Vernon, Texas and formerly of Newton, Illinois passed away at - Wednesday, August 19, 2015 at Mission Manor in Mt. Vernon, Texas. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton, Illinois.

Marjorie Pearl (Pickens) Harvey

Marjorie Pearl (Pickens) Harvey

Aug 13, 2015

Marjorie Pearl (Pickens) Harvey, age 91 of Wheeler, Illinois and formerly of St. Elmo, Illinois passed away at 10:40 AM – Thursday, August 13, 2015 at Lakeland Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Effingham, Illinois. Private family services will be held with burial in the Maple Wood Cemetery in St. Elmo, Illinois. Arrangements are under the care of the...

Dorothy Louise (Huff) Hall

Dorothy Louise (Huff) Hall

Aug 13, 2015

Dorothy L. (Huff) Hall, age 71 of Seminole, Florida and formerly of Decatur, Illinois known for her loving heart and giving spirit left the cares and worries of this world on August 13, 2015. Graveside service celebrating Dorothy's life will held at 1:00 PM – Thursday, September 10, 2015 at Headyville Cemetery in rural Dieterich, Illinois with Rev. Steve...

Imelda Gonzalez Strelka

Imelda Gonzalez Strelka

Aug 7, 2015

Imelda Gonzalez Strelka, age 79 of Newton, Illinois entered eternal life while surrounded by her family at 12:10 PM - Friday August 7, 2015 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM – Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in Newton, Illinois with Fr. Al Kemme...

James "Dick" Richard Tarpley Sr

James "Dick" Richard Tarpley Sr

Aug 7, 2015

James Richard "Dick" Tarpley, Sr., 78 of Olney passed away at 6:40 PM on Friday, August 7, 2015 at his residence.

Visitation will be from 10 AM - NOON on Wednesday, August 12, 2015 in the chapel of Thrasher Family Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at NOON. Burial will be at Maple Dale Cemetery. Reverend Chris...

Jeffrey "Jake" Alan Whalen

Jeffrey "Jake" Alan Whalen

Aug 7, 2015

Jeffrey Alan "Jake" Whalen, age 53 of Newton, Illinois passed away at 7:40 PM – Friday, August 7, 2015 at HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham, Illinois. Funeral services celebrating Jake's life will be held at 11:00 AM – Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at the First Baptist Church in Newton, Illinois with Rick Britton and Rev. Steve...

Blake Allen Mulvaney

Blake Allen Mulvaney

Aug 6, 2015

Blake Allen Mulvaney, age 23 of Newton, Illinois passed away at 1:45 AM – Thursday, August 6, 2015 in Jasper County, Illinois. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM – Monday, August 10, 2015 at the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton, Illinois with Pastor Tom Matson officiating. Burial will be in the Crest Haven Memorial Park in rural Claremont,...

Helen Louise Luke

Helen Louise Luke

Aug 3, 2015

Helen Louise Luke, age 97 of Greenup, Illinois passed away at 1:48 AM – Monday, August 3, 2015 at Cumberland Rehab and Health Care Center in Greenup, Illinois surrounded by her family. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM – Wednesday, August 5, 2015 at the Meyer Funeral Home (formerly Bishop Funeral Home) in Greenup, Illinois...

Marjorie L. Barthelme

Marjorie L. Barthelme

Aug 2, 2015

Marjorie L. Barthelme, age 92 of Ste. Marie, Illinois passed away at 10:00 AM – Sunday, August 2, 2015 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM – Thursday, August 6, 2015 at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Ste. Marie, Illinois. Burial will be in the...

George Earl Salyers

George Earl Salyers

Jul 31, 2015

George Earl Salyers, age 75 of Newton, Illinois passed away at 6:40 AM – Friday, July 31, 2015 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM – Tuesday, August 4, 2015 at the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton, Illinois. Burial will be in the Honey Cemetery in Bogota, Illinois. Visitation will...

Johnny "John" Ray Zumbahlen

Johnny "John" Ray Zumbahlen

Jul 29, 2015

Johnny Ray "John" Zumbahlen, age 61 of Newton went to be with the Lord at 7:35 pm Wednesday, July 29, 2015 at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney, Illinois. He passed away from a heart attack suddenly and unexpectedly while doing what he loved, working on his farm. Funeral services celebrating the life of this wonderful man will be...

Thomas "Jap" Jasper Jayne

Thomas "Jap" Jasper Jayne

Jul 22, 2015

Thomas Jasper "Jap" Jayne, 48 Of Marshall, Illinois passed away at 3:54 PM – Wednesday, July 22, 2015 at Union Hospital in Terre Haute, Indiana. Visitation will be held 4:00-6:00 PM – Sunday, July 26, 2015 at the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton, Illinois with services to follow with Randy Black officiating. In loving memory of Thomas, memorials may be...

Garrett Lee Lingafelter

Garrett Lee Lingafelter

Jul 19, 2015

Garrett Lee Lingafelter, age 27 of Wheeler, Illinois passed away at 2:21 AM – Sunday, July 19, 2015 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, Illinois. Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM – Friday, July 24, 2015 at the Meyer Funeral Home in Dieterich, Illinois with Cord Bear officiating. Burial will be in the Bailey Cemetery near Latona,...

Emilia Brenley Grayce Pierce

Emilia Brenley Grayce Pierce

Jul 18, 2015

Emilia "Mili" Brenley Grayce Pierce, beloved daughter of Michael & Kayla Pierce, earned her angel wings on Saturday, July 18, 2015 at St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham, Illinois. Emilia was born in Hastings, Nebraska on April 28, 2015, to Michael and Kayla (Adams) Pierce. Left to cherish her amazing smile and new found personality are her parents, Michael...

Shirley Marlene Rieman

Shirley Marlene Rieman

Jul 15, 2015

Shirley Marlene Rieman, age 77 of rural Wheeler, Illinois passed away at 8:50 PM – Wednesday, July 15, 2015 at HSHS St. John's Hospital in Springfield, Illinois. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 AM – Monday, July 20, 2015 at St. Aloysius Catholic Church in Bishop Creek, IL with Fr. Joe Carlos celebrating mass. Burial will be...

Laurence Edward Beam

Laurence Edward Beam

Jul 14, 2015

Laurence Edward Beam, age 89 of Newton, Illinois passed away at 10:47 PM – Tuesday, July 14, 2015 at HSHS St. Anthony's Hospital in Effingham, Illinois. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM – Saturday, July 18, 2015 at the Brick Cemetery in rural Newton, Illinois with Mike Knepper officiating. In loving memory of Laurence, memorials may be made...

Frederick Leslie Michael

Frederick Leslie Michael

Jul 9, 2015

Frederick Leslie Michael, age 58 of Greenup, Illinois and Battle Creek, Michigan passed away at 4:07 PM - Thursday, July 9, 2015 at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center in Mattoon, Illinois. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the Meyer Funeral Home (formerly Bishop Funeral Home) in Greenup, Illinois.

Mary Ellen Wagner

Mary Ellen Wagner

Jul 6, 2015

Mary Ellen Wagner, age 84 of Newton, Illinois passed away at 7:01 PM – Monday, July 6, 2015 at HSHS St. John's Hospital in Springfield, Illinois. Funeral services celebrating Mary's life will be held at 2:00 PM – Saturday, July 11, 2015 at the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton, IL with Mike Knepper officiating. Entombment will be in the...

Mildred M. Warfel

Mildred M. Warfel

Jul 5, 2015

Mildred M. Warfel, age 82 of Greenup, Illinois and formerly of Hidalgo, Illinois passed away at 3:00 PM – Sunday, July 5, 2015 at her home in Greenup, Illinois. Funeral services celebrating Mildred's life will be held at 10:00 AM – Friday, July 10, 2015 at the Meyer Funeral Home (formerly Bishop Funeral Home) in Greenup, Illinois with Raymond E....

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