Clint Taylor, cherished son, father, brother, and friend, passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025, at the age of 30. He was born in Centralia, Illinois, on June 27, 1994, the son of Doug Taylor and Marla (Mueller) Taylor. Clint's adventurous spirit and generous nature touched many lives. He had a passion for fishing, spending countless peaceful hours by the water's edge. His love for animals was evident in how he cared for them and advocated on their behalf. He found joy and expression in the a...

Gerald (Jerry) Crist, 73, of Salem, IL, formerly of Tuscola, passed away on April 23rd, 2025, in Effingham. He was a retired supervisor of 33 years at Cabot Corporation in Tuscola, IL. He was a loving husband, father, and an even more adored grandfather. He enjoyed working outside, tinkering in his shed, taking care of his loved ones, spending time with his granddaughters, and his 4 dogs (especially his best buddy, Gizmo). Jerry is survived by his wife, Kathy Crist; son, Jeremy Crist and wi...

Lyle Burnell Wade, age 96, passed away at The Glenwood Supportive Living in Greenville, Illinois. Mr. Wade was born in Carlyle, Illinois on July 30, 1928, a son of the late Albert L. and Bernice I. (Harnetiaux) Wade. He married Velma M. Gambill on June 2, 1948, in Carlyle, and together they celebrated 76 years of happiness together. Through this union, Mr. Wade was blessed with two daughters, Diane Connery of Greenville, and Linda Zitkus and husband Mike of Sycamore, IL; his loving grandchi...

Karen Leigh, 60, of Centralia, passed away on April 5, 2025, in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. She was born on December 8th, 1964, in Pontiac, Illinois to Delmar Church and Nelda (Toler) Wyatt. Karen is survived by her loving husband, Timothy Leigh of Centralia; her daughter, Christy Nicholson, and her husband Allan of Bluford; her son, Michael Leigh of Centralia and her granddaughter, Zoey Wilson. She leaves behind a legacy of warmth with her brothers, Bobby Church, Larry Church, and Terry Church, al...

Margo Aletha (Perrine) Keller, age 80, of Iuka, Illinois, passed away early Thursday morning, April 24, 2025, at Salem Township Hospital. She was born January 29, 1945, in Flora, the daughter of William T. and Mildred (Gilman) Perrine. Margo earned a master's degree in art from SIU Carbondale, followed by a master's plus degree in elementary education from Eastern Illinois University. She taught art at Flora Elementary School for 15 years and second grade for 18 years. She was a 50-year mem...

James Robert "Rob" Hinman died peacefully at his home in Salem, Illinois, surrounded by his family on Wednesday, April 16th. He was 45. Rob was born January 14, 1980, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, to Jim and Liz (Buhner) Hinman of Mt. Vernon. He was baptized February 17, 1980, at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church by the Rev. George Freidinger. His steadfast faith remained throughout his life. He thrived in his true calling at Illinois State University where he was graduate...

Mary Louise Smith, 90, of Centralia passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at Mt. Vernon Countryside Manor. She was born on October 31, 1934, the daughter of Clarence and Gladys (Jones) Weaver in Rusk County, Texas. She married Dwight Smith, one daughter was born of this union and they later divorced. Survivors that will remember sweet Mary's kindness to all include her beloved family, her daughter, Pamela Barrow of Mt. Vernon; her brother, Roger (Rebecca "Becky") Weaver...

Evertt Atkinson, 102, of Mount Vernon, Illinois, passed away at 4:05 am April 20, 2025 at his home. He was born June 5, 1922 in Mount Vernon to the late Emery Pearl and Hallie Winifred (Moore) Atkinson. Evertt married Doris (McCauley) Atkinson on December 3, 1943 in Luke Field, Arizona. They were blessed with 65 years of marriage before she preceded him in death on April 24, 2009. Evertt is survived by his son, Dennis Atkinson and wife, Jennifer of Commerce Township, Michigan; daughters, Ruth...