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...

Kenneth Ray Parks passed away peacefully in his sleep March 11, 2026. He was born August 11, 1938 to Robert and Anne Parks of Centralia. Kenneth spent two years in the Marine Corps with his brother, Robert. He married Venita Rusk in 1966. His only child, Laura, was born in 1968. He later divorced in 1974 and never remarried. Kenneth was a most wonderful and devoted Daddy. He was Laura's whole world. In his eyes Laura was perpetually four. He was the perfect "weekend" father, plannin...

Raymond "AJ" Lee Elliott, 78, of Mount Vernon, IL, passed away at home surrounded by his loved ones on August 26, 2026 in Mount Vernon, IL. He was born August 29, 1947 in Fairfield, IL to Hughy Weemer and Myrtle (Cannual) Weemer. Ray was preceded in death by his parents, Wife Kay and Sister, Joyce Neibles. Ray is survived by his Brothers, Donald (Winnie) Weemer of Odin, Ronald (Janet) Weemer of Harrisburg; Two special Cousins, Vicky McDanials and Bonnie Flood; Several nieces, nephew...

Brigadier General Roger Allan Jones, USAF (Ret), 87, of Las Vegas, Nevada, passed away on August 10, 2026, in St. George, Utah. He was a devoted husband, father, uncle, grandfather, and great-grandfather, as well as a decorated Air Force general, a respected judge advocate (JAG), and a dedicated volunteer. He maintained a lifelong interest in travel, reading, and learning, and was known for his genuine curiosity about the perspectives and experiences of others. Roger was born on September 12,...

Wilbert V. Rolves, age 102 of Carlyle, passed away at St. Joseph's Hospital in Breese, Illinois, on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. Mr. Rolves was born in Albers, Illinois, on February 23, 1924, a son of Frank and Anna (Schmitt) Rolves. Vince married Loretta H. Thouvenin on October 24, 1946, and she preceded him in death on December 16, 2012. Mr. Rolves was drafted into the United States Army in 1942. Following basic training, he was assigned to the Army's 45th Infantry Division and sent overseas, ...

Aron Flanagan passed away peacefully on Friday, August 21st, 2026, at the age of 54, in Centralia, IL surrounded by love. Aron was born on Saturday, February 12th, 1972, the son of Connie (Hough) Claybourn. He married Natasha Flanagan on October 14, 1993, in Patoka, Il and she survives. Aron was a dedicated and hardworking individual, having been the owner and operator as a truck driver for over 30 years. He was well-respected in his community and industry for his commitment and work ethic. A...

Janie Paulette (Quick) Walker, 72, of Patoka passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2026, surrounded by loved ones, at her home. She was born on June 20, 1954, the daughter of Earl and Joan (Jones) Quick. She married Bill Walker in Vandalia on April 19, 1996, and he survives her in Patoka. Along with her devoted husband, Bill Walker, survivors that will remember Janie's deep love for her family include her children, Jeff (Cassie) Huffman of Boulder, IL James (Tera) Huffman of Pensacola, FL, Paula ...

Geoffery D. Stalls, 68, of Centralia passed away Thursday, August 20, 2026, at SSM Health ST. Mary's Hospital in Centralia. He was born on July 9, 1958, in Centralia, the son of Girland and Edna (Hicks) Stalls. He married Barbara Russ on June 26, 2006, and she preceded him in death on August 16, 2022. Survivors that will remember Geoffery's kind heart include his beloved family, children, Sky Carter of Seattle, Washington, Dee Dee Black of Centralia, Illinois, and Cindy Lissolo and Larry of K...