Loretta Kay Niedbalski, born on December 12th, 1945, in Centralia, Illinois, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, September 22nd, 2026, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Joliet, Illinois. Kay was born on December 12, 1945 in Centralia, daughter of Tony Piasse and Anna (Korzenewski) Piasse. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend who touched the lives of those around her with her nurturing spirit and vibrant love for life. Kay was cherished for her passion for flower gardening and her ...

Rodney E. Cruise, 55, of Salem, Illinois, passed away at his home on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Rodney was born on April 11, 1971, in Salem, Illinois, the son of Jerry Cruise and Mary Lee (Helm) Cruise. Rodney worked as a food inspector for the Illinois Department of Agriculture for many years. He also proudly served his country in the United States Navy. Rodney enjoyed spending time outdoors and especially loved gardening and fishing. He is survived by his mother, Mary Lee Cruise of Salem...

Truman Beecher Jenkins, 97, of Iuka passed away peacefully, Monday, September 21, 2026, at Centralia Manor. He was born on April 8, 1929, in Salem, the son of Orval and Dora Mae (Scott) Jenkins. He married the love of his life, Colleen Young on June 3, 1950. The couple shared 68 years of unconditional love, before Colleen's passing on May 14, 2019. Survivors who will hold dear memories of a life lived well include his beloved family, daughter, Carol Jones- Griffin and husband Carl Griffin of ...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bobby J. Edwards Jr., who left us on Sunday, September 20th, 2026, at the age of 66. Bobby was born on a crisp autumn day, Saturday, November 28th, 1959, in the vibrant city of Oakland, California, son of Bobby J. Edwards, Sr. and Illa June (Long) Edwards. He married Janice (Henderson) Edwards on September 20, 2003. Bobby was a dedicated professional who served Midwest Tankermen in Lamont, Illinois, with unwavering commitment for over 25...

Dee Ann Ashlock, age 77, of Salem, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at Liberty Village of Centralia. Dee Ann was born on April 27, 1949, in Liberal, Kansas, the daughter of John Wilson and Nadine R. (Shive) Wilson. She was a high school graduate and spent much of her working life caring for others as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Odin Health Care. Dee Ann was of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed reading, especially novels by Stephen King, and treasured the time she was ab...

John Charles Toth, age 92, of Salem, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2026. He was born on January 24, 1934. John proudly served his country as a United States Marine during the Korean War. Following his military service, he completed pilot training in Miami, Florida, and earned his private pilot's license at Salem Leckrone Airport. A lifelong aviation enthusiast, John had a particular appreciation for military aircraft from the 1950s, the era in which he served. He enjoyed se...

Mr. Fredrick Eugene "Fred" McDaniel, of Mayfield, KY. and formerly of Centralia, IL. Passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at the Jackson Purchase Medical Center in Mayfield. Fred was born in Wilson, N.C. on Tuesday, September 14, 1937 to Horace and Kathleen McDaniel. He served in the United States Navy for four years and the Marine Honor Guard for six years. He retired from the Illinois Central Railroad after a thirty four year career as a Conductor/Brakeman. His hobbies includ...

Roger A. Reiss, age 84, of Carlyle, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in O'Fallon, Illinois. Roger was born in St. Peter, Illinois, on May 3, 1942, a son of Arthur and Bertha (Drews) Reiss. He married Nancy Mulvany in Farina, Illinois, on March 10, 1973. Nancy preceded him in death on May 12, 2015. Roger proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1962 to 1966 and was stationed at Minot Air Force Base in North Dakota. Following his mil...