Howard M. Redpath, 89, of Mount Vernon, Illinois, passed away at 7:10 pm June 21, 2026 at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mount Vernon. He was born December 29, 1936 in Sparta, Illinois to the late Riley and Florence (Williamson) Redpath. Howard married Sondra (Hall) Redpath on January 24, 1958. In addition to his beloved wife, Howard is survived by his daughters, Pam Stickney and husband, Mike and Diane Johnson and significant other, Mark Fosnock; grandchildren, Ryan Schutte and wife,...

William Andrew "Drew" Murray, known affectionately as Drew, passed away on June 21, 2026, in St. Louis, Missouri, at the age of 46. Born on November 22, 1979, in Centralia, Illinois, Drew's life was filled with accomplishment, devotion, and quiet strength-a combination that touched everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. Drew began his journey in Centralia, where he grew into a young man surrounded by family and a close-knit community. From an early age, his light shone bright...

Todd N. Sawyer, 54, of Robinson, IL, passed away unexpectedly and was found at his home on June 16, 2026. He was born on January 4, 1972, in Mount Carmel, IL. Todd's family moved around some in his early years, living in several communities before settling in Allendale and later Robinson, but it didn't much matter where they landed; he always found the water. As a boy, he and his siblings spent their days exploring around the family cabin and along Raccoon Creek, hunting for arrowheads, picki...

Lauren Renee Lusch, of Odin, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 19th, 2026, at the age of 63 at her home. Born on a winter Tuesday, February 19, 1963, Lauren grew up with a deep sense of family and dedication to hard work that she carried with her throughout her life. Lauren was a vibrant and cherished presence at the Salem Grace Church of the Nazarene, where she celebrated her faith and forged lasting friendships. She found true joy in tending to her backyard oasis, often seen blowing le...

Paul R. Davis, 92, of Odin passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at Centralia Manor. He was born on February 12, 1934, in Centralia, the son of Roy and Ethel (Donoho) Davis. He married the love of his life, Phyllis Deadmond on April 3, 1953, and she survives him in Odin. Along with his wife, Phyllis Davis, of seventy-three blessed years, survivors include his children, Doug and wife Jeanette Davis of Odin, Dee Dee and husband Jim Smith of Salem, Darren and wife Kelly Davis of Troy, Darri Davi...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Andrew Ferguson, a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, on Thursday, June 18th, 2026, at the age of 50. Andrew was born on Thursday, September 4th, 1975, in Centralia, the son of William Ferguson and Dianne (Wright) Ferguson. Andrew is survived by his father, William Ferguson of Centralia, his sisters Pamela Twenhafel and her husband Doyle of Carlyle, IL, and Christine Ferguson-Frost of Ashley, IL. Also surviving is two nephews, Zach...

LuEllen Conrad, age 89, of Salem, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 12, 2026, at Salem Township Hospital with her family at her bedside. She was born on November 28, 1936, in Louisville, Kentucky, the daughter of Cornelius Warren Nuss and Dorothy (O'Bannon) Nuss. On May 30, 1955, LuEllen married the love of her life, Harold Keith Conrad, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Lanesville, Indiana. Together they shared 51 wonderful years of marriage until his passing on August 15, 2006...

John H. "Chopper" Robke, age 61 of Carlyle, passed away at his home on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. John was born in Breese, Illinois on March 29, 1965, a son of Gene J. and Martha A. (nee Holthaus) Robke. John had a lifelong love of music that began when he purchased his first guitar in the eighth grade. Over the years, he shared his passion for music with others while performing with several local bands, including The Golden Tones, Dead Ringer, the FN Band, Great Googely Moogely, an...