Vicky Joe Hendrix
Mar 24, 2025
It is with profound sadness and respect that we announce the passing of Vicky Joe Hendrix, who departed this life on March 24, 2025, in Paris, Illinois, at the age of 79. Born on August 6, 1945, in Gallatin County, Illinois, to the late Cletus & Geraldean Hendrix. Vic lived a life marked by service, dedication, and a deep love...
Irene Carney
Mar 24, 2025
Irene (Pettijohn) Carney, 101¾, the oldest resident of New Haven, went home to be with Jesus on Monday, March 24, 2025. She was born on July 23, 1923, in New Haven, IL to the late George and May (Austin) Pettijohn.
Irene was married to the love of her life, the late Vane Carney, for 52 years. She was a hard worker,...
Nellie Casteel
Mar 23, 2025
Nellie June Casteel, 74 of Harrisburg, Illinois passed away at her daughter’s home on Sunday night, March 23, 2025. She was born in Harrisburg, Illinois on September 23, 1950, the daughter of the late Joseph Lynn and Edith May (Tyree) Casteel.
Nellie served her community as a registered nurse and retired from the State of Illinois Youth Center in Harrisburg.
She is...
Virginia Faye Wilson
Mar 22, 2025
Virginia Faye (Roark) Wilson, cherished wife, loving mother, and devoted grandmother, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2025, in Newburgh, Indiana, at the age of 84. Born on January 8, 1941, in Harrisburg, Illinois, to the late Herbert Lee & Sarah Alice (Bean) Roark. Faye was known for her warmth, kindness, and a spirit that touched everyone she met.
Faye was...
Bobby Wayne Sharp
Mar 16, 2025
Bobby Wayne Sharp, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2025, in Madisonville, Kentucky, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 20, 1966, in Harrisburg, Illinois, to the late Robert and Elsie (Belt) Sharp.
Bobby dedicated over 21 years of his life to his profession as a truck driver, embodying the...
Betty Louise Cox
Mar 9, 2025
Betty Louise (Atkins) Cox, a cherished member of the Ridgway community and a beacon of love and kindness, peacefully departed this life on March 9, 2025, surrounded by her loving family and friends at her home. Born on January 5, 1929, in Waltonville, Illinois, to the late Ralph & Lucille (Maddox) Atkins. Betty was a woman of remarkable spirit and...
Garrett Wade Lovell
Mar 4, 2025
Garrett W. Lovell passed away March 4, 2025 in Eldorado, IL. Garrett was born February 16, 1982 to James Lovell and Dorothy Long Jaquess.Garrett is survived by his loving family & friends, that will forever cherish the memories they shared.
Garrett will be laid to rest Friday, March 14, 2025 at Westwood Cemetery in Shawneetown, IL at 11:00 AM.
Nella Ann (Bowles) Ritcheson
Feb 28, 2025
Nella Ann Ritcheson, 66, of New Haven, Illinois passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 19, 1958, in Vandalia, Illinois, and from the very beginning, she embodied kindness, selflessness, and unwavering love for those around her.
Nella had a heart for helping others, especially children. She spent her life giving, nurturing,...
Kathleen Bernice (McGuire) Lawler
Feb 21, 2025
Kathleen Bernice (McGuire) Lawler was born June 14, 1924 to John and Cecilia (DeVous) McGuire in Pond Settlement, Gallatin County. As a child, her family moved to Harrisburg, IL. She graduated from Harrisburg High School and went to work at Kresge’s Five and Dime Store. She married John M. Lawler February 11, 1947. They built their home in Ridgway, IL...
Lois Lynch
Feb 15, 2025
Lois Lynch, age 72 of Ridgway, IL passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Lois was born in Eldorado, to J.W. and Joyce (Hopson) Rider March 22, 1952. Lois married Billy Lynch March 29, 1975. She enjoyed cooking, reading playing music and singing but above all she loved being Nanny. Lois is survived by her daughter...
Robert Keith Raben
Jan 26, 2025
Bob was born as the 4th son to Carrie (Morris) Raben and James Anthony Raben. Bob hadtwo older brothers, William (Bill) and James Richard (Jim). A third son, Michael, died as aninfant. Bob grew up on the family farm east of Ridgway, Like the rest of the family, Bobworked on the farm as he grew up, but it was clear...
Margie Lea Burnett
Jan 2, 2025
Margie Lea Burnett, born on September 12, 1933, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2025. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of many.
Margie will be lovingly remembered by her family, including her son Bill Sneed and his wife Carolyn of Morton, IL, and her son Darrell E. Burnett of Eldorado,...
Claudine Marie (Hobbs) Ozee
Dec 24, 2024
Claudine Marie (Hobbs) Ozee, 88, a long-time resident of the Gallatin County area, was ushered into heaven in a blink of an eye on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024.
Claudine was born at home on November 24, 1936 in East Alton, Illinois to the late Claude and Linda (Mouser) Hobbs. She graduated high school from Alton Senior High on June 10,...
Judith "Judy" McElroy
Dec 10, 2024
Judy S. McElroy age 82, Evansville In.
Judy McElroy passed away Tuesday December 10, 2024, at Heart to Heart Hospice in Evansville Indiana. She was born February 14, 1942, in Sylva North Carolina.
She is survived by Sons Tom (Tena) McElroy of Norris City Illinois and Tim McElroy of Evansville Indiana. Brothers Chuck and Richard Griffin of North Carolina. Two step grandchildren...
Barbara A. Bagwell
Nov 29, 2024
Barbara A. Bagwell, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and educator, peacefully went to be with the Lord on November 29, 2024 at the age of 96. Born on May 10, 1928, Barbara grew up with a passion for learning and helping others. She pursued her education at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL, where she graduated with a...
Ruth Bean
Nov 8, 2024
Edna Ruth Bean, born on June 21, 1933, in Equality, Illinois, passed away peacefully at her home on November 8th, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. A cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Edna embraced her role as a homemaker with dedication and love.
Edna was a proud graduate of Harrisburg High School, where she laid the foundation for a life filled...
Robert Eugene Naas
Oct 18, 2024
Robert Eugene Naas, age 87, of Norris City, Illinois, passed away on October 18, 2024 Born on January 20, 1937, in Equality, Illinois, he lived a life marked by dedication, hard work, and a genuine passion for serving his community and family.
Robert's career as an electrician spanned an impressive 36 years. He began his journey at Inland Steel in Gary,...
Tracy Melinda Clifford
Oct 17, 2024
Tracy Melinda Clifford, born on August 22, 1984, in Decatur, Illinois, embarked on her final journey on October 17, 2024, in Evansville, Indiana, surrounded by her loving family. Tracy was a beacon of light in the lives of many, and her warmth, compassion, and infectious spirit will be profoundly missed.
An accomplished pharmacy technician, Tracy dedicated herself to her work with...
Michael J. Wenzel
Oct 17, 2024
Michael J. Wenzel, known to many as Mick, was born on February 13, 1949, in Equality, Illinois. He passed away peacefully on October 17, 2024, in Evansville, Indiana, surrounded with love by his family.
Mick dedicated his life to farming, nurturing his own land with the care and commitment that reflected his deep-rooted passion for agriculture. His work was not just...
Lester Dean Newton
Oct 7, 2024
Lester Dean Newton, 71, of Junction, IL, passed away peacefully on October 7th, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family.
Lester was born on November 5th, 1952 in Harrisburg, IL, to Elmer Newton and Vivian Phillips. He is preceded in death by his parents and 2 dear sisters, Rosetta and Kay Newton. Lester was a retired coal miner and a...
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