Dawn M. Stedelin, age 72, of Huey, passed away at her home in Huey on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Dawn was born in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, on February 19, 1954, a daughter of the late Arnold William "Bill" and Norma Jeane (Ahrens) Fritz. She married John Stedelin on October 22, 1994, and he survives in Huey. In addition to her husband John, Mrs. Stedelin is also survived by her children, Jarrod Ashby of Belleville, IL, Joe Stedelin (Kristen) of Centralia, IL, Brook Stewart (Jam...

Marvin Ray Rightnowar, 82, of Wentzville, Missouri, entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior on September 26, 2026, surrounded by the love of family and friends. Born on June 24, 1944, Marvin lived a life defined by unwavering faith, deep devotion to family, and a lifelong spirit of adventure. Though he spent his final years in Missouri and enjoyed much of his retirement in Springfield, Illinois, Marvin will always be remembered as a son of Southern Illinois, where he built his career...

Dr. William Herman Lindenberg, 92, of Centralia passed away peacefully Friday, September 25, 2026, at Fireside House in Centralia. He was born on October 27, 1933, in Centralia, the son of Elmer Clement and Fern (Halbert) Lindenberg. He married his true love and partner through sixty-seven dedicated years of marriage, Jean Kirby, on September 5, 1959, in Warrenville, IL. Along with his beloved wife, Jean Lindenberg, survivors include his three sons, Michael Lindenberg of Rhode Island, Mark Li...

Eugene William McArdle passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at Fireside Nursing Home, Centralia, Illinois. He was born October 26, 1931, in Chicago, IL, the only child of William McArdle and Ethel Gleason. He is survived by Patricia, his wife of 44 years, and his children with Judith Cogan Heikes: Brendan McArdle of Villa Park, IL; Darren (Annissa) McArdle of Villa Park, IL; Meghan (John) Everhart of Shelburn, IN; Kristin (Joseph) Scott of Cibolo, TX; Siobhan (Robert) Arnott of Colliersvil...

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...