William Rees
Sep 21, 2026
William Michael Rees, 39, of Riverton, IL passed away on Monday September 21, 2026 in Springfield, IL.
William was born in Springfield, on May 7, 1987 the son of Danny and Debra (Scattergood) Rees.
He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his children in his free time as well as spending time with his family.
William was preceded in death by his father, Danny;...
James "Jim" A. Gaule
Sep 17, 2026
James A. “Jim” Gaule, 83 of Rochester, passed away on September 17, 2026. He was born July 13, 1943, in Springfield, to parents Lloyd and Josephine Gaule. He is survived by his four children, Dynell Gaule, Michael (Heather) Gaule, Mitsy (John) Mellor, and Brett (Gloria) Gaule; 13 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.
Private family services will be held and burial will...
David E Johnson
Sep 15, 2026
David E. Johnson, 76, of Springfield, passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at Springfield Suites. David was born on June 26, 1950, in Springfield, the son of Charles E. and Lois E. (Dickson) Johnson. He worked for Robert's Seafood as a salesman for many years and enjoyed golfing, fishing, and most of all woodworking. He was an avid Chicago...
John Howard Smith
Sep 9, 2026
John H. Smith, 82, of Springfield, passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Springfield Memorial Hospital in Springfield, IL.
John was born in Springfield on November 1, 1943, the son of William Marcus and Christina (Keller) Smith. John retired after working for REM Systems in Pennsylvania for many years. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, reading and feeding the birds and the...
Robert "Bob" L. Dawe
Aug 30, 2026
Robert “Bob” “Roby” L. Dawe, 79, of Springfield, IL, beloved husband, father, grandfather passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2026, at Springfield Memorial Hospital.
Bob was born in Freeport, IL, on December 21, 1946, the son of Cletus and Mary Dorothy (McHenry) Dawe.
Bob attended Elizabeth High School and graduated in 1965. He then attended the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, where he earned...
David Lee Boggs
Aug 26, 2026
David Lee Boggs, 66, of Springfield, passed away on Wednesday, August, 26, 2026 at Springfield Memorial Hospital in Springfield, IL. David was born on January 27, 1960, in Springfield, the son of Clarence and Shirley Vetter Boggs. David was a 1978 graduate of South East High School. He served as Unit Director at the ABC Boys Club for over 25...
Judith Lee Adams
Aug 21, 2026
After a wonderful, fulfilling life, Judith Lee Adams (Rollet, Bressan), passed away at the age of 84 on August 21, 2026. She was born to Gladys May Brandenburg-Bressan and Olindo Anthony Bressan in Springfield, Illinois on December 18th, 1941.
She married George J. Rollet on June 10th, 1961, and he predeceased her on September 8th, 1977. A son, James J. Rollet,...
Richard James Rose
Aug 15, 2026
Richard James Rose, of Downingtown, PA passed away on August 15, 2026, at the age of 83 after living with Alzheimer's for several years. He was born on July 15, 1943, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Herbert and Vera (Schuessler) Rose.
During the Vietnam era, Richard proudly served in the United States Army. He completed basic training at Fort Dix, New...
Rob Lee Loyd
Aug 12, 2026
Robin Lee Loyd, 54, of Springfield, IL passed away on August 12, 2026.
Rob was born in Springfield on October 3, 1971 the son of Bonnie (Dowell) Carter. Rob was adopted by William Loyd who preceded him in death. He was also raised by Charles “Chuck” Carter.
He grew up spending weekends on Sis and Waynes farm in Glenarm, IL hanging with...
Robert Paul Long
Aug 9, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Paul Long, who left us peacefully at home on August 9th, 2026, with his beloved canine companion, Dozer, by his side.
Robert was born on January 6, 1986, in Springfield, Illinois to Rosemary Armes and the late Robert L. Long. He was preceded in death by his father, his...
Donn Cromley Miller
Aug 3, 2026
Donn C. Miller, 81, of Dawson, passed away on Monday, August 3, 2026 at Springfield Memorial Hospital in Springfield, IL.
Donn was born on February 7, 1945, in Springfield, the son of Robert E. and Mary (Cromley) Miller. He married Natalie Crail on June 28, 1980, and she preceded him in death on April 19, 2019. Donn was a lifelong grain...
Richard Eugene Williams
Jul 30, 2026
Richard Eugene Williams, 69, of Springfield, IL passed away on Thursday July 30, 2026 surrounded by his family. Richard was born in Springfield on October 26, 1956 in Springfield, the son of Ralph and Betty (Trader) Williams.
Richard grew up in Divernon, Il and graduated from Divernon High School and he married his wife, Bonnie Hogan on May 27, 1987.
Richard worked...
Jack Paul Moore
Jul 29, 2026
Jack P. Moore, 84, of Rochester, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at Springfield Memorial Hospital in Springfield, Illinois.
Jack was born on November 11, 1942, in Springfield, the son of Paul and Mary Kay (Falleto) Moore. On September 18, 1964, he married Carol Detmers, and together they shared 62 wonderful years of marriage.
A lifelong car enthusiast, Jack proudly followed...
Carl "Bud" O. Moore
Jul 28, 2026
Carl Orville Moore, known to many as “Bud,” passed away peacefully on July 28, 2026, with his family by his side.
He was born on December 21, 1935, in Springfield, Illinois, to Carl Edward “Bearpaw” Moore and Ethel LaVelma “Nan” Moore (Foster). Carl was raised in Rochester, Illinois, and lived his entire life close to his family and friends. As a...
Steven Roy
Jul 22, 2026
Steven James Roy, 67, of Rochester, IL passed away on Wednesday July 22, 2026.
Steve was born in Springfield on April 24, 1959 the son of William and Dorothy (Pokora) Roy.
He enjoyed fishing, shooting, and spending time outside. He loved animals and spending time with his friends.
Steve was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia Roy...
Lisa Medbery
Jul 16, 2026
Lisa Medbery, born on June 26, 1987, in Springfield, Illinois, passed away on July 12, 2026, in Conyers, Georgia. She was 39 years old.
Lisa’s early years were marked by her academic excellence. She attended Ball-Chatham Schools from Pre-K through 12th grade, where she excelled in gifted classes. Her dedication to education led her to complete her high school credits early...
Doris Fishburn
Jul 16, 2026
Doris Fishburn, 97, of Mechanicsburg, passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2026 at her home surrounded by her family.
Doris was born in Taylorville, IL, on October 31, 1928, the daughter of Earl F. and Essie May (Harbert) Spain. She married Leonard Alvie Fishburn on January 14, 1950 and he preceded her in death on April 10, 2014.
She enjoyed playing cards...
Helen Border
Jun 24, 2026
Helen Border, age 98, of Edinburg, formerly of Barclay, passed away June 24, 2026 in Taylorville, IL.
She was born October 13, 1927 near New Berlin, IL, the daughter of the late Leroy and Sophie Casson. Helen married Leonard Lawrence and they had two children, Gary Lawrence and Sandra (Lawrence) Sample. They divorced and Helen married Jim Border.
Over the years, Helen...
Roland "Gizmo" D. Marshall
Jun 22, 2026
Roland “Gizmo” D. Marshall, 87, of Rochester, Illinois, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family, who remained faithfully by his side caring for him until his last breath.
Born in Springfield on July 18, 1938, to Frank and Lucy Marshall, Giz lived a life defined by kindness, hard work, generosity, and devotion to those...
Sherryl Mae Sonneville
Jun 21, 2026
Sherryl Mae Sonneville (née Moore), 63, of Burlington, Iowa, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2026. Born on January 20, 1963, in Springfield, Illinois, Sherryl was the beloved daughter of John and Ruth Moore. Her life was a testament to faith, love, and dedication to her family and community.
Sherryl grew up in Illiopolis, Illinois, where she graduated from high school....
