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.

Mildred Mae Johnston

Mildred Mae Johnston

Aug 18, 2025

Mildred Mae Johnston, age 93

May 19, 1932 – August 18, 2025

Mildred Mae Johnston, age 93, of Mason, Illinois, passed away at 5:30 PM – Monday, August 18, 2025, at The Glenwood Assisted Living of Effingham, Illinois.

Funeral services will be at 12:00 PM...

John "Johnny" W. Morgan

John "Johnny" W. Morgan

Aug 18, 2025

John "Johnny" W. Morgan November 10, 1943 – August 18, 2025

Vietnam War Veteran, MSgt John W. Morgan, age 81, of Olney, Illinois, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Monday, August 18, 2025, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, Indiana.

John was born on November...

David "Kurt" Kurt Tevault

David "Kurt" Kurt Tevault

Aug 15, 2025

Kurt Tevault, age 60

February 9, 1965 – August 15, 2025

Kurt Tevault, age 60, of Newton, Illinois, passed away unexpectedly at 8:47 PM - Friday, August 15, 2025, shortly after a perfect pass in his 1964 Dodge Polara Wagon, at the US 41 Dragway in Morocco, Indiana.  No...

Terry S. Greninger

Terry S. Greninger

Aug 13, 2025

Terry S. Greninger, age 71 of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, formerly of Bone Gap, Illinois passed away August 13, 202,5 at Oakview Nursing Facility in Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

A Celebration of Life Service for Terry will be held at a later date.

Terry was born on November 17, 1953, a...

Terry Lee Key

Terry Lee Key

Aug 12, 2025

Terry Lee Key, age 70

April 10, 1955 – August 12, 2025

Terry Lee Key, age 70, of rural Montrose, Illinois, passed away at 12:10 PM - Tuesday August 12, 2025, in rural Montrose, Illinois.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM...

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...

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