James William Butts, age 66, of Kinmundy, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon. James was born on April 27, 1960, in Urbana, Illinois, the son of Dale and Janet (Hill) Butts. He married Loretta Marie Hickman on January 27, 1995, in Paducah, Kentucky and she preceded him in death. James worked as a sprayer for Tri-Ag and was still employed at the time of his passing. He also proudly served his country in the United States A...

Nancy J. Jezek Woolford, 78, of Pensacola, Florida, and formerly of Salem, IL, died on Sept. 17, 2026. She was born on June 2, 1948, in Salem, Il., the daughter of Edward and Jane Jezek. She married Calvin L. "Bill" Woolford on January 29, 1977, at Alma Christian Church in Alma, Il., and he preceded her in death. Nancy lived a life centered on faith, family, and community. She was a devoted and longtime member of Alma Christian Church and Buckhead Ridge Christian Church in Okeechobe...

Philip "Phil" Schwartz, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at his home in Walnut Hill, IL. Born on Tuesday, November 19, 1946, in Centralia, IL, son of Matthew Schwartz and Pauline (Larsh) Schwartz, Phil lived a life filled with love, laughter, and hard work. Phil graduated from St. Mary School and Centralia Township High School and was a devoted member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Centralia. He was a...

Barbara M. Wilton, age 71, of Carlyle, passed away at St. Louis University Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri, on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Barb was born in Breese, Illinois, on June 8, 1955, a daughter of the late Arnold and Bernice (Kohrs) Winter. She married Michael Wilton at St. Dominic's Church in Breese on August 21, 1976, and he survives in Carlyle. In addition to her husband, Mike, Barb is also survived by two daughters, Jenny Hotze-Wilton and Laurie Diamond; her grandchildren, Courtn...

Loretta Kay Niedbalski, born on December 12th, 1945, in Centralia, Illinois, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, September 22nd, 2026, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Joliet, Illinois. Kay was born on December 12, 1945 in Centralia, daughter of Tony Piasse and Anna (Korzenewski) Piasse. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend who touched the lives of those around her with her nurturing spirit and vibrant love for life. Kay was cherished for her passion for flower gardening and her ...

Rodney E. Cruise, 55, of Salem, Illinois, passed away at his home on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Rodney was born on April 11, 1971, in Salem, Illinois, the son of Jerry Cruise and Mary Lee (Helm) Cruise. Rodney worked as a food inspector for the Illinois Department of Agriculture for many years. He also proudly served his country in the United States Navy. Rodney enjoyed spending time outdoors and especially loved gardening and fishing. He is survived by his mother, Mary Lee Cruise of Salem...

Truman Beecher Jenkins, 97, of Iuka passed away peacefully, Monday, September 21, 2026, at Centralia Manor. He was born on April 8, 1929, in Salem, the son of Orval and Dora Mae (Scott) Jenkins. He married the love of his life, Colleen Young on June 3, 1950. The couple shared 68 years of unconditional love, before Colleen's passing on May 14, 2019. Survivors who will hold dear memories of a life lived well include his beloved family, daughter, Carol Jones- Griffin and husband Carl Griffin of ...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bobby J. Edwards Jr., who left us on Sunday, September 20th, 2026, at the age of 66. Bobby was born on a crisp autumn day, Saturday, November 28th, 1959, in the vibrant city of Oakland, California, son of Bobby J. Edwards, Sr. and Illa June (Long) Edwards. He married Janice (Henderson) Edwards on September 20, 2003. Bobby was a dedicated professional who served Midwest Tankermen in Lamont, Illinois, with unwavering commitment for over 25...