Brian Edwin Lund, age 66 of Salem, passed away on February 19, 2026, at Twin Willows Nursing Center in Salem. Mr. Lund was born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, on January 7, 1960, the son of the late Capt. Kenneth James Putt CHC USN Ret. and Carol Ann (Oslund) Putt. Mr. Lund's father was also a Pastor with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. Mr. Lund is survived by his mother, Carol Ann Oslund Putt. Mr. Lund is also survived by cousin, Randi Heald and husband Robert, many nieces and nephews, ...

Christopher Lloyd Ellis, 42, passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at his home. He was born September 19, 1983, in Centralia, Illinois, the son of Jerry and Regina (Staley) Ellis. On November 30, 2025, in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, he married Mikalah Farmer, and she survives. He worked as a welder for many years and was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting, cutting wood, and picking wild flowers. He also enjoyed woodworking, fabrication, watching UFC, collecting firearms, and making knive...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert E. Hayes, who departed this life on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at the age of 73. Born on Monday, September 22, 1952, in Salem, Illinois, Robert is the son of Robert Hayes and Marie (Beasley) Mullins. Robert was a devoted family man, cherished by his wife, Ann Hayes, and his beloved daughter, Julie Wiley (Tony) of Centralia. He was the proud grandfather of Jordan Wiley, and his legacy of love and kindness continues through his ext...

Billie Harlan Kerins passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 15th, 2026, in Centralia, Illinois. She was 78 years old. Billie was born on March 16th, 1947, in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, and is the daughter of Loyd and Dorthea (Phillips) Bradford. Billie is survived by her husband, Richard "Dick" Kerins, who was her steadfast partner in life's journey. She leaves behind her children, Jimmy (Barbie) Lockwood, Ty (Christy) Lockwood, and Kelli Bean, who were the light of her life. Billie ...

Carolyn J. Wilson, 88, of Carlyle, passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at Carlyle Healthcare. She was born in Dowell, Illinois, on September 12, 1937, to Howard Allen Porter and Gladys Edith (Hartley) Porter. Survivors include her children, Thomas Brett (Marla) Wilson of Centralia, Robin (Douglas) Gormann of Centralia, Johna (Wayne) Albritton of Louisville, Kentucky and Allen Wilson of Centralia; grandchildren, Sarah Albritton, Houston (Rachel) Albritton, Marah (Michael) Elliott, Kelse...

Anthony Travis, 43, of Salem, passed away unexpectedly at his home on February 16th, 2026. He was born on March 1st, 1982, in Salem, Illinois to Joseph Travis and Tana Patten. Anthony was of the Baptist faith. He had a very charismatic personality and a good heart. He would always make sure people were laughing. He enjoyed going fishing and watching sports, especially football. He was recently teaching himself how to play the harmonica and getting good at playing. He loved to talk on his phon...

Bobby C. Huskey, age 68 of Salem, passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026, at his home. Bobby was born on October 29, 1957, in Hominy, Oklahoma, the son of Bob and Mavis (Crabtree) Huskey. Survivors include his daughters, Heather Faught and husband Joshua of Salem, and Nicole Huskey-Holman of West Frankfort; six grandchildren; and a sister, Lisa Taylor of Eddyville, Kentucky. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Mavis, all of his grandparents, and a brother, Larry Huskey. Bobby ...

Franklyn "Crazy Joe" Zimmerman, of Hoyleton, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 16th, 2026, at the age of 65. Born on Friday, December 16th, 1960, he is the son of Norman J. Zimmerman and Maurie Kay (Healy) Myers. A proud veteran, Joe served his country with honor as a member of the United States Army. His post-military life saw him take on the open road as a truck driver for Wayne Transport in Centralia. Affectionately known as "Crazy Joe," he was a man of many pa...