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Obituaries

Maxine Mae Edwards, 80, of Belleville, formerly of Sandoval, passed away Friday, July 31 2026 at her home in Belleville, Funeral Service for Maxine will be held at 11 AM, Thursday, Aug 6, at the Day Macz Funeral Home in Sandoval. Visitation time will be from 9 until the time of service at 1, at the Day Macz Funeral Home in Sandoval. Burial Will follow at Pritchett Cemetery in Boulder.
Juanita M. Hofstetter, age 95, of Salem, Illinois, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at Twin Willows Nursing Center in Salem. She was born on February 8, 1931, in Elkville, Illinois, the daughter of William and Melba (Hartsock) Spangler. She married Robert Hofstetter on November 22, 1951, in Elkville, Illinois and he preceded her in death on June 25, 2017. Juanita devoted her life to her family and was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Before marrying and raising her famil...
Barbara Kay Rushing, 90, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2026. She was born on May 29, 1936. Barbara is survived by her sister, Janette Henson of Marion; brother, Jerry Ray Long and Mary Ann of Centralia; step-children, Judy and husband, Steve, and their son, and Ronald and his sons; and many special nieces and nephews. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents; Ray & Ruth (Pitchford) Long; her husbands, Bill Linder, and Ken Rushing; her sister, Janet Mae King; and her son, Randy Li...
Barbara A. Leonard, age 72 of Carlyle, passed away at Memorial Hospital in Shiloh, Illinois on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. Barb was born in Breese, Illinois on January 1, 1954, a daughter of the late Charles A. and Mary L. (nee Kohrs) Lawler. She married William D. Leonard in Carlyle on June 24, 1977, and he survives in Carlyle. In addition to her husband Bill, Barb is also survived by her son, Tim (Angie) Leonard; her daughter, Cassie (Cody) Smith; her adoring grandchildren, Katelynn, Abby, Jon...
Jeffrey Scott Scarborough, 55, of Centralia, Illinois, passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026, at St. Mary's Hospital in Centralia. Jeff was born on March 2, 1971, to Allen Scarborough and David and Gayla Tippit (Weed). He attended Kaskaskia College, where he studied several trades. Jeff was best known for his remarkable ability to fix just about anything and his constant desire to learn something new. He had a generous heart, was always willing to lend a helping hand, and cherished every oppor...
Carol Joyce Orrell, 83, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2026, at Fireside House of Centralia. Carol was born on August 14, 1942, at St. Mary's Hospital in Centralia, Illinois, to Adolph and Edna (Grasher). She attended Mater Dei High School in Breese and devoted her life to her family, home, and the simple joys that brought people together. Carol was preceded in death by her parents, Adolph and Edna Grasher; her beloved husband, David "Butch" Orrell; her step-grandson Dustin Orre...
With profound sadness and loving remembrance, we announce the passing of Sandy Maddox, who entered into the presence of her Lord on July 25, 2026, at the age of 73. Sandy passed away at home surrounded by her children and family members. Sandy was a woman of unwavering faith whose love for God guided her throughout her life. She was employed at SSM Hospital for many years before retiring. Never one to sit still, she later went to work at G&G Rolloff. She truly loved her job and her work ...
William "Bill" Edward Holman, age 67, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Sunday, July 26, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family. As he took his final breath, a roll of thunder sounded, and shortly afterward, a rainbow appeared in the sky-a sight that brought comfort and peace to his family. He was born November 20, 1958, in Decatur, the son of George Daniel and Jessie Lorene (Slater) Holman. On February 4, 1978, Bill married Cari Romero in Decatur, beginning a life togeth...