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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.

Elmer Joseph Beckman

Elmer Joseph Beckman

Jul 11, 2012

Mr. Elmer Joseph Beckman, Age 87 Of rural Wheeler, IL passed away at 5:37 AM – Wednesday, July 11, 2012 at St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham, IL. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 AM – Saturday, July 14, 2012 at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Island Grove, IL with Fr. Joe Carlos celebrating mass. Burial...

Wanda Reep

Wanda Reep

Jul 9, 2012

Wanda Lee Reep, age 88 Of Newton, IL passed away at 12:32 AM – Monday, July 9, 2012 at the Westside Garden Plaza in Indianapolis, IN. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM – Thursday, July 12, 2012 at the Blake-Buchanan Funeral Home in Newton, IL with Rev. Tim Pearce officiating. Burial will be in the Riverside Cemetery in...

Russell D Shamhart

Russell D Shamhart

Jul 8, 2012

Mr. Russell Dean Shamhart, age 80 Of Newton, IL passed away at 9:05 AM – Sunday, July 8, 2012 at Newton Rest Haven in Newton, IL. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM – Friday, July 13, 2012 at the Blake-Buchanan Funeral Home in Newton, IL. Burial will be in Trexler Cemetery in Newton, IL with full military rites...

Thomas Spencer

Thomas Spencer

Jun 27, 2012

Dr. Thomas Spencer, age 89 Of Newton, IL passed away at 10:24 PM – Wednesday, June 27, 2012 at St Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham, IL. Funeral services will be held at 12 Noon Monday, July 2, 2012 at the Blake-Buchanan Funeral Home in Newton, IL with Rev. Louis Youngs officiating. Burial will be in the Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery...

Ruby Grace Blair

Ruby Grace Blair

Jun 24, 2012

Mrs. Ruby Grace Blair, age 95 Formerly of Toledo, IL went to be with her Lord at 7:55 AM – Sunday, June 24, 2012 at Heartland Christian Village in Neoga, IL. Ruby Grace was born on November 8, 1916 in Coles County, IL the daughter of Franklin Pierce and Bertha (Fritche) Walden. She married Paul W. Blair on April 10,...

James Jospeh Purcell, Jr

James Jospeh Purcell, Jr

Jun 24, 2012

Mr. James Joseph "Joe" Purcell, Jr. Age 57 Of Dieterich, IL passed away at 9:10 PM – Sunday, June 24, 2012 at his home. Private family services will be held. Arrangements are under the care of Blake-Wright Funeral Home in Dieterich, IL. The obituary can be viewed and condolences left at www.blakefh.com . James Joseph was born on July 13,...

Fred Eugene Staley

Fred Eugene Staley

Jun 24, 2012

Mr. Fred Eugene Staley, age 89 Of Newton, IL passed away at 9:40 PM – Sunday, June 24, 2012 at Newton Rest Haven in Newton, IL. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM – Sunday, July 1, 2012 at the Falmouth Church of Christ near Falmouth, IL with Bro. Ron Mulvey officiating. Burial will be in the Chapel Cemetery...

Freda Swisher

Freda Swisher

Jun 18, 2012

Mrs. Freda G. Swisher, age 87 Of Ste. Marie, IL passed away at 11:05 AM – Monday, June 18, 2012 at Newton Rest Haven in Newton, IL. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM – Saturday, June 23, 2012 at St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Ste. Marie, IL. Burial will be in the St. Mary's Cemetery...

Earl Gray

Earl Gray

Jun 17, 2012

Mr. Earl Wayne Gray, age 61 Of Yale, IL passed away at 12:45 PM – Sunday, June 17, 2012 at the Kindred Hospital North in Chicago, IL. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM – Thursday, June 21, 2012 at the Blake-Buchanan Funeral Home in Newton, IL with Rev. Steve Willis officiating. Burial will be in the Yale Cemetery...

Earl Gray

Earl Gray

Jun 17, 2012

Mr. Earl Gray, age 61 Of Yale, IL passed away at 12:45 PM – Sunday, June 17, 2012 at the Kindred Hospital North in Chicago, IL. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM – Thursday, June 21, 2012 at the Blake-Buchanan Funeral Home in Newton, IL. Burial will be in the Yale Cemetery in Yale, IL. Visitation will be...

Edith V Bright

Edith V Bright

Jun 10, 2012

Edith V. (Hawes) Bright, age 87 Of Effingham and formerly of Greenup and Mattoon, IL passed away at 3:15 PM – Sunday, June 10, 2012 at home surrounded by her family. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM – Thursday, June 14, 2012 at the Bishop Funeral Home in Greenup, IL. Burial will be in the Greenup Cemetery in...

Delores "Dee" Mae French

Delores "Dee" Mae French

Jun 1, 2012

Delores Mae "Dee" French, age 63 Of Newton, IL passed away at 10:50 PM – Friday, June 1, 2012 at St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham, IL. Funeral services celebrating Dee's life will be held at 10:00 AM – Tuesday, June 5, 2012 at the Blake-Buchanan Funeral Home in Newton, IL with Nate Hagen officiating. Burial will be in the...

James Wesley Miller

James Wesley Miller

May 31, 2012

James Wesley Miller, age 90 of Hot Springs, AR and formerly of Newton, IL passed away Thursday, May 31, 2012 at his residence. Graveside Military rites will be held at 10:30 AM – Thursday, June 7, 2012 at the Mound Cemetery in rural Willow Hill, IL with rites by the Jasper Post #20 American Legion. Arrangements are under the care...

Rose C Hohl

Rose C Hohl

May 26, 2012

Mrs. Rose C. (Probst) Hohl, age 96 Of Rib Lake, WI and formerly of rural Wheeler, IL passed away at 2:30 AM Saturday, May 26 at Memorial Nursing & Rehab Center, Medford, WI. Visitation will be held from 10:30 AM until 11:00 AM – Thursday, May 31, 2012 at the St. Joseph's Parish Center in Island Grove, IL with graveside...

Margaret M Passalacqua

Margaret M Passalacqua

May 25, 2012

Mrs. Margaret M. Passalacqua, age 88 Of Newton, IL passed away at 4:14 AM – Friday, May 25, 2012 at The Villas of Hollybrook in Newton, IL. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM – Tuesday, May 29, 2012 at the St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in Newton, IL with Fr. Al Kemme celebrating mass. Burial...

Deborah K Reich

Deborah K Reich

May 17, 2012

Deborah Kathleen Reich, age 53 Of Newton, IL passed away at 3:25 PM – Thursday, May 17, 2012 at her home surrounded by her family. Debbie's 21-month battle with cancer was heroic and inspirational to all who knew her. Debbie's love of life, commitment to family, and her incredibly artistic gift will be missed by many. Debbie was born at...

Frederick C Schuppert

Frederick C Schuppert

May 15, 2012

Rev. Frederick C. Schuppert, age 65 Of Corydon, IN passed away Monday, May 15, 2012 at the home of his son in Dieterich, IL. He was born in New Albany on September 16, 1946 the son of Robert and Ruth Jean Miller Schuppert. He was the minister for Believers Fellowship Church. He is survived by His wife-Jeanne Cornwall Schuppert of...

Oscar J Rubsam

Oscar J Rubsam

May 14, 2012

Oscar J. Rubsam, age 87 Of Newton, IL passed away at 2:30 PM – Monday, May 14, 2012 at Newton Rest Haven in Newton, IL. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM – Friday, May 18, 2012 at the St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in Newton, IL with Fr. Al Kemme celebrating mass. Burial will be...

Jerry Max Mckinney

Jerry Max Mckinney

May 1, 2012

Jerry Max McKinney, age 80 Of rural Dieterich, IL and former resident of Mattoon, IL passed away at 10:30 PM – Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at his home. Funeral services celebrating Jerry's life will be held at 12:00 Noon – Friday, May 4, 2012 at the Headyville Christian Church in Dieterich, IL with Bro. Carroll Ross officiating. Burial will be...

Lawrence Dale Ferguson

Lawrence Dale Ferguson

Apr 23, 2012

Lawrence Dale Ferguson, age 65 Of Carbondale and formerly of Willow Hill, IL passed away at 5:15 AM – Monday, April 23, 2012 at his home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM – Saturday, April 28, 2012 at the Blake-Buchanan Funeral Home in Newton, IL. Burial will be in the Mound Cemetery in rural Willow Hill, IL with...

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