Sue Kagan, age 93, of Sandoval, IL, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 24th. She was born on February 7th in Vernon, Illinois, to the late Edith and Glenn Wynn. She was raised with several siblings and many cousins. Sue married John Kagan, with whom she shared many years of family and memories. Following their separation, she remained devoted to raising their four daughters in the way she knew best, relying on her resilience and determination. She was preceded in death by many dear fa...

Larry D. Mathus, age 78 of Centralia, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. Larry was born on June 8, 1947, in Centralia, the son of Ray and Mona (Duncan) Mathus. He married Cheryl Boyll, and they later divorced. He married Viola A. Powell on June 9, 1994, in Nashville, IL, and she survives in Centralia. In addition to his wife Viola Mathus, he is survived by his five children, Anthony Mathus and wife Sandi of Tampa, FL, Lachel Mathus of Centralia,...

Gary W. Hood, 78, of Patoka, passed away Monday, November 24, 2025, while vacationing with family in Riviera Maya, Mexico. He was born on April 16, 1947, in Tuscola, the son of William and Grace (Thompson) Hood. He married the love of his life and best friend, Stacy Cain, on July 30, 1995, in Patoka, and she survives him. Along with his soul mate, Stacy Hood, survivors that will remember Gary as the life of the party include, his sons, Tony (Lisa) Hood of Sandoval, and Clinton Hood of Patoka ...

Robert L. Sainz, age 75, passed away peacefully at his home on December 1, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Rob's life was rooted in devotion to the people he cherished most. He is survived by his beloved wife of 32 years, Mary "Margaret" Sainz (nee Boyd), who was his constant companion. Rob was a devoted father to his children from his previous marriage with (Mary Jost): Elizabeth Sainz (Michael Pittman), Katherine Sainz (Mark Detsky), and Joseph (Mackenzie) Sainz. Noth...

Roy Hart, age 79, of Centralia, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, in Centralia. He was born on December 31, 1945, in Centralia, to James D. Hart and Edna (Robinson) Hart. He married Patricia Robertson on November 19, 1966, in Centralia, and she preceded him in death on October 14, 2025, after 58 years of marriage. Roy is survived by his loving children, Roy Hart, Jr. and wife Angie of Hoffman, and James Hart and wife Mary of Centralia. He loved being a grandfather and shared a special...

Bertha M. Voss, age 99, of Breese, departed this life on December 1, 2025, at her home. Bertha was born on May 10, 1926, in rural Carlyle to Julius and Cecelia (Dumstorff) Laux. She married Vincent H. Voss on August 25, 1948, at St. Felicia Catholic Church in Beaver Prairie, a union that lasted until his passing on December 28, 1991. Bertha is lovingly remembered by her children: Michael Voss, Diane Fewell, Ronnie Voss and wife Diane, Karen Crouch and husband Larry, Debi Will, Darlene May and...

Julia Ann (Jensen) Langenfeld passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025, in St. Louis, MO. Born in Highland, IL, she was the daughter of Louise (Simmons) and the late Dr. Roger Jensen. She married Forrest Langenfeld on June 9, 1978, in Centralia, where they still reside. They were blessed with two beautiful children. Daughter: Kathy resides in St. Louis; son, Andrew, resides in Celebration, FL. In addition to her husband and children, she is survived by her mother Louise, sister Pam Kreke, brot...

James Lee Weidner, age 69 of Salem, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025, at Fireside House in Centralia. James was born on November 17, 1956, at the Langley Air Force Base in Hampton, Virginia, the son of Harley Glen Weidner and Doris J. (Sturdivant) Ruse. Survivors include his two children, Lydia Weidner of Salem and Jack Weidner of Indiana; brother, Kelly J. Weidner and wife, Karen, of Indianapolis, Indiana; and a sister, Mary Lawrence and husband, Rex, of Bargersville, Indiana. He was...