Louise Jensen, of Breese, formerly of Centralia, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at the age of 90 at Belleville Memorial Hospital. Louise was born on September 9, 1935 in Enfield, IL, the daughter of Elmer Simmons and Ruth (Shaw) Simmons. She married Dr. Roger A. Jensen on June 9, 1957 in Enfield, IL and he preceded her in death on September 3, 2023 after 66 years of marriage. Louise is survived by her three loving children: Pamela Kreke of Breese, Illinois; J.R. Jensen and ...

Debra K. Bloemker, 69, of Madison, Alabama, formerly of Centralia, Illinois, passed away on July 7, 2026. Debbie was born September 29, 1956, in Highland, Illinois, to Kenneth Eugene and Sally May Kapp. She grew up in Centralia, IL, and graduated from Centralia High School in 1974. On June 14, 1974, she married Steve Bloemker, and together they shared 52 years of marriage. Debbie spent most of her life in Centralia, Illinois, before moving to Alabama. She loved gardening and working with flow...

David Mark Davis, 74, of Mt. Vernon, Illinois, went to be with his Lord Jesus on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at his home. He was born November 11, 1951, in East St. Louis, Illinois, the son of Russell Wayne and Jean Marilyn (Dake) Davis. He began working at the First State Bank of Dix in January 1977 and remained there until his retirement in 2014. David loved playing golf and officiating sports with his friends. David and Patty are members of Second Baptist Church and love their church family...

On the morning of July 9, 2026, Cecil Carl McWhorter age 86, of Salem, Illinois, left this earthly world. He was born on April 14, 1940, in Cook County, Illinois, the son of Ralph and Marie (Kiefer) McWhorter and grew up in Effingham (Heartville). On May 20, 1979, Cecil married the love of his life, Joyce Maxedon, in Salem. Together they shared more than 47 years of marriage, building a life centered on faith, family, and love. Cecil retired as a Head Pressman from World Color Press after man...

Theodore "Ted" Macon, 71 of Belleville, formerly of Carlyle, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026, at St Elizabeth's Hospital in O'Fallon. Theodore was born to Willie and Willie Mae (Stokes) Macon on March 27, 1955 in St. Louis, MO. He married Lucritia Burton in September of 1981, and she preceded him in death in August of 2007. He married Avis Kizeart in August of 2008, and she survives in Belleville, IL. In addition to his wife Avis, Theodore is also survived by his children, L...

Gabriel Matthew Burket, a spirited soul with a zest for life and a heart full of love for his family and friends, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 3rd, 2026, at the young age of 20. Born Christmas Day, Sunday, December 25th, 2005, Gabe brought joy and warmth to all who knew him. He resided in the close-knit community of Centralia, where his presence will be deeply missed. He is the son of A. Matthew Burket and Carolyn Pribble of Centralia. Gabe is survived by a loving family who cheri...

Constance Jean "Connie" Freels, 98, of Centralia passed away peacefully, Thursday, July 9, 2026, at Heritage Woods in Centralia, just a few days away from celebrating her 99th birthday. She was born on July 13, 1927, in Mascoutah, the daughter of E.W. and Florence (Schubert) Mann. She married her soul mate, Bob Freels on September 27, 1947, at St. Johns United Church of Christ in Mascoutah. Bob preceded her in death on October 7, 2002. Survivors that will remember Connie's generous ...

Philip K. Carder, 85, of Centralia, Illinois, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, Illinois. Phil was born on November 1, 1940, in West Milford, West Virginia, the son of W. Ray Carder and Mary Jane (Allman) Carder. He married Carolyn Chandler on October 26, 1963, in Winchester, Virginia. Phil was a proud graduate of Unidis High School, Class of 1958. He was a professional truck driver and a proud member of the Teamst...