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...

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...

Frances "Bettie" Elizabeth McCandless, 88, of Fort Myers, Florida, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at Gulf Coast Medical Center, surrounded by the love of her family. Bettie was born on March 12, 1938, in Valley Station, Kentucky, to Joseph Wessel and Mary Athelia (Kiefer) Wessel. On March 5, 1955, she married the love of her life, Andrew Clay McCandless, in Indiana. They built a life, family, and countless memories and adventures together over 58 years of marriage...

David G. Hunter, 73, of Alma, IL, passed away on Wednesday, July 01, 2026 at his residence. Per David's wishes, cremation rites will be accorded. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, July 18, 2026 at Overcup Baptist Church, Vandalia with Rev. Doug Wodtka officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10:00-11:00 AM, Saturday, July 18, at the church. Online condolences can be expressed at www.hohltandfilefh.com David Glenn Hunter was born on December 4, 1952, ...

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 ...

Willodean Meyer, a beloved resident of Irvington, Illinois, passed away in Centralia on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at the age of 96. Born on January 30, 1930, in Harrison, Arkansas. She is the daughter of Claude Lay and Sara (Roberts) Lay. She married Lester Meyer in Ashley, IL on June 29, 1946 and he preceded her in death on August 16, 1992. Willodean was a devoted mother to her son, Ivan Meyer of Irvington, who survives her. She also leaves behind a loving family including her cherished grandso...

Alan Ray Meers, age 71, of Iuka, Illinois, peacefully passed away at Axiom Healthcare in Flora, IL. (5:30 AM, June 27, 2026). A memorial visitation will be held from 1-3 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at the Brush Creek Campground Tabernacle in Xenia, Illinois. A Celebration of Life service will begin at 3 p.m. with a reception to follow. Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora assisted the family. Alan's cenotaph will rest in the St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery, rural Dundas, Illinois. To hon...