Obituaries

Dec 26, 2024

William "Bill" J. Coker Jr., 86, of Springfield, IL died on Thursday December 26 ,2024. Bill was born in Auburn, IL on May 1, 1938 to William J. Coker Sr. and Mary Florence (Gillmore) Coker.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Mary Louise Coker Rimini; and good friend, Joseph Anderson.

Bill is...

Dec 25, 2024

Danny Charles Alexander, age 72, was born on March 23, 1952, in Mattoon, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Alexander and Minnie (Way) Alexander. Danny was a man of milestones. Most notably, he became the first man to walk—or rather, have his son Jason Alexander (of Mattoon, IL) meet him—at the halfway point on Highway...

Dec 25, 2024

Mark Allen Brockman, 67, of Pleasant Plains, IL passed away on Wednesday December 25, 2024.

Mark was born in Springfield, IL on June 14, 1957 to Lucien and Beverly Brockman. He worked in construction all of his adult life. Mark enjoyed mushroom hunting and being an avid outdoorsman.

He was preceded in death by his...

Dec 23, 2024

Eva Pauline Spain Neff Scurlock, 92, of Springfield, passed away on Monday, December 23, 2024 at her home. Eva was born in Mechanicsburg, IL on March 22, 1932, the daughter of Earl and Essie (Harbert) Spain. She married John Neff on June 6, 1952 and together they had 6 children. She then married Bob Scurlock in 1979 and he...

Dec 21, 2024

Dwayne P. Graham, 71, of Springfield, IL passed away on Saturday December 21, 2024.

He was born on May 30, 1953, the son of George and Audene Graham. He married the love of his life, his best friend, Christine Crifasi, on September 29, 1984. Together they lived the American Dream. They were fortunate enough to build their...

Dec 18, 2024

In Loving Memory of Cheryl Jones

Cheryl Jones, a pillar of strength, resilience, and love, passed away on 12/18/2024 at the age of 70. Known for her open heart and unshakable spirit, Cheryl was a guiding light to her family and all who knew her.

As the proud mother of Stormy (Mark) Udell, Garrett Jones,...

Dec 16, 2024

Deloris Joy Barber, 87, of Springfield, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024 at Regency Care in Springfield, IL.

Deloris was born in Rochester, IL. on November 25, 1937, the daughter of John and Lillie (Rhodes) Walter. She married Albertus "Bert" Barber on October 20, 1990. They were married 31 years until Bert's passing in 2022.

Dec 14, 2024

Joseph "Joe" Jachino, 70, of Springfield, passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family. Joe was born on May 4, 1954, in Pana, IL, the son of Joe and Kathryn (Faggetti) Jachino.

Joe was an avid car guy and loved all things Chevy. He enjoyed hunting, building and selling engines, and...

Dec 13, 2024

Don "Ducky" Dorworth of Springfield, Illinois passed away December 13th, 2024 at Memorial Hospital. He was 73.

He was born on February 18th, 1951 to Albert and Helen Fortner Dorworth. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Betty "B.J." Dorworth; son, Zachary Thomas Dorworth (wife, Alia); daughter, Jodie Lee Suter; granddaughter, Morgan Suter; and sister...

Dec 12, 2024

Melissa Ann Waller, 42, formerly of Springfield, passed away on December 12, 2024 surround by the love of her family.

Melissa was born in Springfield on May 4, 1982 and was the daughter of Martin Waller and Christine (Lewis) Daugherty.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Jim and Edra Lewis and Arlene Waller;...

Dec 9, 2024

Floyd Edgar Pierce Jr. 91, of Springfield, passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024 at his home. Floyd was born in Springfield, IL on December 12, 1932, the son of Floyd Edgar Pierce and Hazel Marie (Leslie) Pierce. He married Helen Letitia Cantrall on June 16, 1951 and she survives. Floyd and Helen were missionaries in Brazil from 1961...

Dec 8, 2024

Gloria Wicker, 77, of Illiopolis, passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2024 at her home. Gloria was born on January 29, 1947, in Illiopolis, the daughter of Arthur and Dorothy (Stokes) Shartzer.

Gloria worked for Dekalb in the hatchery for several years before going to work for the State of Illinois as an Administrative Assistant. She enjoyed...

Dec 7, 2024

Phyllis D. Harrison, 79, of Springfield, passed away on December 7, 2024 at home. She was born November 26, 1945 in Springfield to James and Vivian Harrison.

She enjoyed cooking, traveling and especially garage saling and antiquing. She loved the thrill of the hunt. She was employed at Fiat Allys, the State of Illinois, Sangamo Electric and...

Dec 7, 2024

James "Jim" Monroe Harmon, 89, of Gulf Breeze, Florida passed away peacefully on December 7, 2024, at the BeeHive Homes of Gulf Breeze.

Jim was born to the late Raymond Littleton Harmon and Lora Mae (nee Ackley) on June 26, 1935, in Sesser, Illinois. Jim grew up in Mason City, Illinois and graduated from Mason City Community...

Dec 7, 2024

Marcia J. Fidler, age 102 ½, passed away on December 7, 2024 in the presence of her loving family. She was born June 11, 1922 in Charleston, Illinois to Alva Levitt and Lena Painter Levitt. They preceded her in death.

Marcia married Billie B. "Bill" Fidler on February 14, 1957 in Charleston. He preceded her in death...

Dec 2, 2024

Robert L. Welch, 96, of Springfield, passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024 at Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital in Lincoln, IL. Robert was born on September 3, 1928, in Mead, Nebraska, the son of Robert R. and Edith M. (Taylor) Welch. He married Dotty Sloop on November 27, 1954 and she preceded him in death in 2023.

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Nov 28, 2024

James "Hippy" F. Hays, 53, of Springfield, IL passed away on Thursday November 28, 2024 at home. Hippy was born in Taylorville, IL on May 18, 1971 the son of Edward and Martha (Weekly) Hays.

Hippy was an easy-going man that greatly enjoyed spending time with his significant other, Sarah Rosa, for almost 25 years.  He was...

Nov 27, 2024

Diana S. Fairchild, 68, of Rochester, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at St. John's Hospital, in Springfield, IL. Diana was born on June 6, 1956, rural Rushville, the daughter of Charles and Jeanette (Taylor) Downs.

Diana was a 1974 graduate of Rushville High School.

Diana attended Blackhawk Dental School and went on to...

Nov 23, 2024

Russell Leroy Saulsbery, 78, of Niantic, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at Decatur Memorial Hospital in Decatur, IL with his family by his side.

Russell (aka Rusty, Russ, Dad or Pop) was born on March 18, 1946 in Decatur, the son of Roscoe and Helen (Hall) Saulsbery. He married Vicki Files on June 19, 1971...

Nov 20, 2024

Barbara Jayn Duffey, 80, of Divernon, IL, passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.

Barbara was born April 29, 1944 in Springfield, IL to Roy and Sarah Bates.

As a youth, she volunteered as a candy striper at St. John's Hospital in Springfield; and worked there as a young adult in various positions.

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