Obituaries

Sep 21, 2024

Alaya Richelle Hunter came into this world on Saturday September 21, 2024 and passed later that day. She was born into a loving family, the daughter of Thomas and Amanda (Tucker) Hunter.

She is also survived by her sister, Kaylee Tucker; sister, Alivia Hunter; brother, Thomas Hunter Jr.; grandparents, Les and Marcie Hunter; grandmother, Mary Magerl; grandfather,...

Sep 21, 2024

On Saturday September 21, 2024 Linda Krimmel Wilson, loving wife and mother of two, passed away at the age of 84.

Born on February 21, 1940, in Springfield, Illinois, Linda graduated from Lanphier High School in 1958. She earned her degree in secondary education from the University of Illinois in Champaign in 1962 and dedicated her career...

Sep 21, 2024

Pamula Lee Nevins, 81, of Edinburg, formerly of Rochester, passed away at 12:22 p.m. Saturday, September 21st, 2024, at HSHS St. John's Hospital.

She was born June 1st, 1943, in Danville, IL to Ralph William and Thedelma Nicinna Gray Cox. She married Thomas Duggan Nevins on August 5, 1962, in Springfield. She is survived by her husband...

Sep 20, 2024

Frances Mae Lauchner, 95, of Highland, formerly of Rochester, IL. passed away on Friday, September 20, 2024 at Cedarhurst of Highland. Frances was born on March 30, 1929, in Spaulding, IL. the daughter of Aubrey M. and Viola (Raylots) Brachear. She married Herbert M. Lauchner on June 25, 1947 and he preceded her in death in 2009.

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Sep 19, 2024

Billie Ray Woods, aged 69, passed away on September 19, 2024, in Springfield, Illinois. Born on December 24, 1954 in Shreveport, Louisiana, Billie lived a life marked by hard work, a passion for the outdoors and a deep commitment to his family and community.

A man of many interests and talents, Billie was known for his caring...

Sep 13, 2024

Richard Gary Bell, 75, of Pana, IL, passed away on September 13, 2024 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL, surrounded by family.

Richard was born on November 17, 1948, in Springfield, IL, the son of William and Dorothy (Fields) Bell.

Richard joined the United States Marine Corps and served in Vietnam and was awarded...

Sep 3, 2024

Brian Lee Wilde, 63, of Springfield, IL passed away on Tuesday September 3, 2024. Brian was born in Springfield on December 20, 1960 the son of Thomas and Dolores (Eck) Wilde.

He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, Paul and Elizabeth Eck; brother, Bert Wilde and his beloved pug Toby.

Brian is survived...

Sep 2, 2024

Leslie Claycomb Jr, went home to the Lord on September 2, 2024 with family by his side. Les was born in Springfield, Illinois on August 17, 1953. He married Nina L. Claycomb on November 30, 1974. She preceded him in death October 1, 2023.

Les enlisted in the US Air Force in 1976. He was stationed at...

Aug 31, 2024

Darlene E. Kline, 89, of Rochester, passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at Carriage Crossing Senior Living in Rochester, IL. Darlene was born in Forest Park, IL., on May 13, 1935, the daughter of Henry and Jeanne (DuBois) Lavine. She married Jack E. Kline on June 10, 1955, and he preceded her in death on August 10, 2012....

Aug 31, 2024

Donald Dean Wilson, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at the age of 85.

Born on April 15, 1939, in Murphysboro, Illinois.  Donald was a graduate of Marion High School (1957) and went on to earn a degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana, followed...

Aug 27, 2024

Joann (Jody) Lucille Fairchild, 53, of Fairborn, Ohio, passed away on August 27, 2024. She was born in Christian County on February 10, 1971. Joann was graduated from Rochester High School in 1990 and eventually moved to Fairborn, Ohio where she lived until her death. Joann is survived by her mother, Barbara J. Fairchild of Springfield; father, Roger E....

Aug 23, 2024

On August 23, 2024, Melanie Anderson, a beloved resident of Rochester, IL, for many years, passed away at the age of 72 in her home in Port Orange, FL. She was born on January 14, 1952, in Kansas City, MO, to B. Wayne Carmichael and Mary Kathrine Carmichael. Melanie was known for her enduring kindness and generosity, which endeared...

Aug 18, 2024

LuAnn Greive, 72, of Edinburg, passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family. LuAnn was born in Springfield, IL. on August 9, 1952, the daughter of Robert and Nanette (George) Richardson.

She helped on her family farm where her specialties were parts runner and cook, and also worked as a bus...

Aug 17, 2024

Charles Eugene Kresse, 92, of Riverton, Illinois passed away on August 17, 2024.  He was born July 21, 1932, the son of Eugene and LaVeta Kresse.

Charles was a dedicated life-long local farmer.  He loved working the richest farmland in the world and loved the greatest sunrise view from his tractor seat.

Charles also shared...

Aug 16, 2024

Edwin E. Ridgeway, 91, of Kincaid, formerly of Mt. Auburn and Roby, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family. Ed was born on March 20, 1933, in Mt. Auburn, IL., the son of Luther and Josephine (Prior) Ridgeway. He married Mary Lou Powers and they shared 66 years together before her passing...

Aug 14, 2024

John Edward Stumper, 52, of Springfield passed away on Wednesday August 14, 2024 at Memorial Medical Center.

John was born in Springfield on July 21, 1972 the son of Donald and Evelyn Stumper.

He was a technician with Advanced Construction Group. John was someone that would do anything for anybody that needed a hand. He...

Aug 13, 2024

Judy A. Baptist, 78, of Springfield, IL passed away Tuesday August 13, 2024 at Springfield Memorial Hospital.

Judy was born on January 18, 1946 in Springfield, IL to Kenneth and Violet (Marion) DeSoto.

She is survived by her son Stephen (Nikki) Baptist of Riverton, IL; daughter, Jessica Dunn of Springfield, IL; five grandchildren, Eric (Chloe)...

Aug 8, 2024

Joseph T. Donovan, 91, of Illiopolis, IL passed away on Thursday August 8, 2024. Joe was born in Decatur, IL on January 14, 1933 and was the son of John Paul and Mae Donovan.

Joe loved his Illiopolis community and was a devoted member of Resurrection Catholic Church in Illiopolis.

In honor of Joe's memory...

Aug 7, 2024

Terri Lee Casteel, 62, of Illiopolis, Illinois passed away on Wednesday August 7, 2024 surrounded by her family.

Terri was born in Taylorville, Illinois on June 7, 1962 the daughter of Robert and Nancy (Anderson) Reed.

She was preceded in death by her father, Robert and father-in-law, Jared Casteel.

Terri is survived by...

Aug 6, 2024

Crystal A Seiber, 66, of Springfield, Illinois passed away on Tuesday August 6, 2024.

Crystal was born in Hillsboro, Illinois on July 30, 1958 and was the daughter of Donald and Delores Seiber.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Connie.

To Crystal, family was everything. She loved being...