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.
Gilbert Albert Garbe
Sep 5, 2026
GILBERT ALBERT GARBE, AGE 84
July 24, 1942 – September 5, 2026
Gilbert Albert Garbe, age 84, of rural Dieterich, Illinois, passed away at 6:08 PM on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at his home.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the Saint John Lutheran Church, 22775 East 700th Avenue, Dieterich, Illinois, with Pastor Gary Fortkamp...
Nancy I. (Bunting) Stevens
Aug 30, 2026
Nancy I. Stevens, age 77
January 8, 1949– August 30, 2026
Nancy I. Stevens, age 77, of Olney, Illinois, and formerly of Effingham and Champaign, Illinois, passed away at 9:00
AM – Sunday, August 30, 2026, at Helia Healthcare of Olney, Illinois.
Private family services will be held. In loving memory of Nancy, memorials may be made to the Meyer Funeral Home, and can...
Sherry Jo (Parker) Crouse
Aug 27, 2026
Sherry Jo (Parker) Crouse, age 78
November 8, 1947 – August 27, 2026
Sherry Jo (Parker) Crouse, age 78, of Arcola, Illinois, passed away at 10:46 AM on Thursday, August 27, 2026, after a short stay at Stillwater Senior Living in Edwardsville, Illinois.
Sherry was born November 8, 1947, in Springfield, Illinois, the daughter of Howard Roe and Geneva Pauline (Stark) Parker. She...
Betty Jean Lamb
Aug 25, 2026
Betty Lamb of Olney, IL passed away August 25th 2026 surrounded by the love of her family.
Betty was born on April 18th 1944 in Olney, IL to Leo Wilburt VanFossen and Gladys Virginia (Heddelson) VanFossen. She was raised in Noble, IL and spent her life surrounded by people and the community she loved.
A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, September...
Carolyn Sue Swinson
Aug 21, 2026
Carolyn Sue Swinson, age 71, of Olney, Illinois, passed away on August 21, 2026, at her home. Carolyn was born on January 29, 1955, in Olney, Illinois, the daughter of Rex and Martha (Alvord) Swinson. Services are pending at this time. Arrangements are under the care of Meyer Funeral Home in Olney. The obituary can be viewed, and condolences left at www.meyerfh.com.
Carolyn was...
Gloria N. Orrel
Aug 19, 2026
Gloria N. Orrel, 102, of Olney, Illinois, passed away on August 19, 2026, at Helia Healthcare of Olney, Illinois.Gloria was born on April 20, 1924, in Parkersburg, Illinois, the daughter of Melvin and Lois (Marshall) Neese.
A Graveside Service will be held on Monday, August 24, 2026, at 1:00 PM. at theOak Hill Cemetery in Parkersburg, Illinois.Arrangements are under the care...
Lee Orville Swinson
Aug 15, 2026
Lee Orville Swinson, age 79, of Olney, Illinois, passed away on August 15, 2026, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, Indiana.
Lee was born on December 1, 1946, in Olney, Illinois, the son of Orville and Opal (Bare) Swinson.Lee married his wife Sharon Hunt on May 15, 2006, in Louisville, Illinois and she survives.
Services will be held on Saturday, August 29,...
William "Bill" Francis Dhom
Aug 13, 2026
William Francis “Bill” Dhom, age 94
February 24, 1932 – August 13, 2026
William Francis “Bill” Dhom, age 94, of Newton, Illinois and a former resident of Teutopolis, Illinois, passed away at 12:26 PM on Thursday, August 14, 2026, at HSHS Saint Anthony’s Memorial Hospital in Effingham, Illinois.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Monday, August 17, 2026,...
Randy Wayne Spray
Aug 2, 2026
Randy Spray, age 74, of Greenup, Illinois, passed away on August 2, 2026, at Casey Rehab and Nursing Center in Casey, Illinois. Randy was born on March 26, 1952, in Mattoon, Illinois, the son of John D. and Eleanor J (Johnson) Spray. He married Charlotte Bloomingburgh on December 28, 1973, Herrin, Illinois, and she survives.
A visitation for family and friends will on...
Larry E. Totten
Aug 2, 2026
Larry Totten, 77, of Olney, Illinois passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones following complications from a major heart attack.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at the Meyer Funeral Home in Olney, Illinois. A visitation for family and friends will be held from 9:00 AM, until service time. Burial will...
Nancy Marie Blankenship
Aug 1, 2026
Nancy Marie Blankenship, age 66, passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at Methodist Hospital in Germantown, Tennessee, surrounded by her two sisters. She attended Oak Hill Baptist Church in Pontotoc. Nancy was a speech/language pathologist. She enjoyed reading, crocheting, being a huge Cardinals baseball fan, and spending time with her dogs, Ozzie, Harriet, and Patches.
Services in Pontotoc, Mississippi will be...
Rodger Lee Shamhart
Jul 27, 2026
Rodger Lee Shamhart, age 70
November 14, 1955 – July 27, 2026
Rodger Lee Shamhart, age 70, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 6:05 PM on Monday, July 27, 2026, at the family farm.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at Saint Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Sainte Marie, Illinois, with Fr...
Jennifer Kay Lynn Oakley
Jul 25, 2026
Jennifer Kay Lynn Oakley, age 40
December 12, 1985 – July 25, 2026
Jennifer Kay Lynn Oakley, age 40, of Greenup, Illinois, passed away at 11:55 AM on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
A celebration of life will be held from 2:00 to 9:00 PM on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at the Toledo Christian Church in...
James Harold Meinhart
Jul 25, 2026
James Harold Meinhart, age 75
June 26, 1951 – July 25, 2026
James Harold Meinhart, age 75, of Wheeler, Illinois, passed away at 10:20 PM on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Friday, July 31, 2026, at the Immaculate Conception Parish Center, 303 East Section Street,...
Jerry L. Goebel
Jul 24, 2026
Jerry L. Goebel, age 79
September 24, 1946 – July 24, 2026
Jerry L. Goebel, age 79, of Lexington, Kentucky, and formerly of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 2:26 PM on Friday, July 24, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family.
A service celebrating Jerry’s life will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday August 29, 2026, at the Meyer Funeral Home...
Rebecca "Becky" Jane Price
Jul 16, 2026
Rebecca Jane “Becky” Price, age 82
February 2, 1944 – July 16, 2026
Rebecca Jane “Becky” Price, age 82, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 1:38 AM – Thursday, July 16, 2026, at the Haven of Ridgeview in Oblong, Illinois.
A service celebrating Becky’s life will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, July 20, 2026, at the Meyer Funeral Home in Newton,...
Norbert Eugene Ochs
Jul 11, 2026
Norbert E. Ochs, age 87
September 26, 1938 – July 11, 2026
Norbert E. Ochs, age 87, of Sainte Marie, Illinois, passed away at 9:29 PM on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Linda White Hospice House in Evansville, Indiana.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 AM – Thursday, July 16, 2026, at Saint Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in...
Ray Gene Van Matre
Jul 10, 2026
Ray Gene Van Matre, age 89
October 14, 1936 - July 10, 2026
Beloved husband, father, and grandfather Ray Gene Van Matre, age 89, of Parkersburg, Illinois, left to be with the Lord at 11:16 PM on Friday, July 10, 2026, at Haven on the River in Grayville, Illinois.
The family asks any who can, to come and celebrate Ray’s life. A visitation...
Patricia Ann (Volk) Shew
Jul 1, 2026
Patricia Ann (Volk) Shew, age 84
June 8, 1942 – July 1, 2026
Patricia Ann (Volk) Shew, age 84, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 3:40 PM on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney, Illinois.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Monday, July 6, 2026, at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Wendelin, Illinois....
Mildred "Millie" Agnes (Koebele) Grasselli
Jun 30, 2026
Mildred Agnes “Millie” (Koebele) Grasselli, age 82
August 10, 1943 – June 30, 2026
Mildred Agnes “Millie” (Koebele) Grasselli, age 82, of Newton, Illinois, passed away at 11:55 PM - Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at Helia Healthcare of Newton.
A private Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in Newton, Illinois, with Father Pawel Luczak celebrating...
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