Obituaries
2024 12/27 - Lela Johnson
Lela Johnson, a beloved mother, grandmother, and dedicated member of her community, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at the age of 95. Born in Centralia, Illinois, on Monday, September 16, 1929, Lela lived a life rich in love, service, and compassion. A committed professional, Lela worked diligently as a secretary at the Warren G. Murray Developmental Center in Centralia, where her organizational skills and caring nature left a lasting impact on her colleagues and the co...
2024 12/27 - Wayne A. Maschhoff
Wayne A. Maschhoff of rural Carlyle, IL passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at the age of 92 years and 9 months. Wayne was born south of Posey, IL on March 24, 1932, the only child of Ben and Frieda (Brinkmann) Maschhoff. He was baptized at St. John's Lutheran Church in New Minden, IL on April 3, 1932, and confirmed at that church on March 25, 1945. He married Marlene Fischer on July 25, 1954, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sacramento CA and she preceded him ...
2024 12/27 - Barbara Jean Martin
Barbara Jean Martin, 82, of Centralia, passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at her home. She was born on December 6, 1942, the daughter of Thomas and Lillian (Green) Bryant in Hobbs, NM. Survivors include her beloved family, her children, John Martin of Centralia, Susan Petrea of Centralia; cherished grandchildren, Dianna Petrea, Erica Petrea, Michael (Ginny) Petrea, Tyler Petrea, Jacob (Bethany) Martin; precious great-grandchildren, Adaliee, Tristan, Grayden, Kaiser, Nashawn, Kaylem, ...
2024 12/26 - Deloris Marie Meador
Deloris Marie Meador, 96, of Salem, went to be with her Savior on December 23, 2024. She was born January 25th, 1928, to Leonard and Marie (Bradley) Fitzgerald in Columbus, OH. She would marry the love of her life, Joel Francis Meador, on December 27th, 1947, in Salem and they would be blessed with 34 years of marriage and 7 children, till his passing in 1982. She enjoyed playing golf in her younger years. She cherished the people and friendships that she made at St. Theresa of Avila Catholic...
2024 12/21 - Ferris Orange III
Ferris Orange III was a devoted and loving husband, father, son, and Pastor. He was born October 22, 1959, in Lafayette, Indiana to Ferris Orange II and Mary (Cozad) Lawrence. He graduated at Mount Vernon Township High School in 1978. He began serving in the ministry at New Covenant Church, in Centralia IL. alongside Apostle Henry L. Dabney, where he served as the assistant Pastor in 1993. He was also well-known as the store manager at RENT ONE during the same time frame. In 1999, he opened ...
2024 12/21 - Kim Von Davis
Kim Von Davis, age 65 of Louisville, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024 in Barnhill Township. Kim was born on October 28, 1959, in Denver City, Texas the daughter of Kenneth D. Molthan and Janie Todd. She is survived by her two sons, Andy VanAusdall and wife Tara of Flora and Ryan Harper of East Carondelet; sister, Becky Donle,y and husband Mike; brother, Mike Todd and wife Monica; two grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Kenneth and Ja...
2024 12/21 - Mike L. Bartley
Mike L. Bartley, age 68 of Salem, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024, at Salem Township Hospital with his family by his side. He was born on February 5, 1956, in Salem, the son of Charlotte (Cox) and Paul Bartley. He married the love of his life, Lisa Herman on August 18, 1989, in Paducah, Kentucky, and together they have built a loving family. Mike is survived by his wife, Lisa Bartley; sons, Anthony Bartley (Alannah) and Michael Bartley; daughter, Christina Bartley; grandsons, Waylo...
2024 12/21 - Narrah W. McCoy
Narrah W. McCoy, 98, of Mt. Vernon, passed away Monday, December 16, 2024, at his home. He was born March 13, 1926, in Mt. Vernon, the son of John and Eula (Garrison) McCoy-Brown. On January 27, 1952, in Mt. Vernon, he married Hazella Thompson, and she survives in Mt. Vernon. Mr. McCoy was a veteran of the United States Army, serving in both World War II and Korea. He was very family-oriented, quick to listen but slow to speak, and was always full of wisdom and good advice. He was very...