On the morning of July 9, 2026, Cecil Carl McWhorter age 86, of Salem, Illinois, left this earthly world. He was born on April 14, 1940, in Cook County, Illinois, the son of Ralph and Marie (Kiefer) McWhorter and grew up in Effingham (Heartville). On May 20, 1979, Cecil married the love of his life, Joyce Maxedon, in Salem. Together they shared more than 47 years of marriage, building a life centered on faith, family, and love. Cecil retired as a Head Pressman from World Color Press after man...

John "Snake" Crain, age 75, of Salem, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, Indiana. He was born on May 26, 1951, in Kinmundy, Illinois, the son of Carl and Reva (Reynolds) Crain. He married Ann Barbee on June 27, 1971, and she preceded him in death on May 31, 2019, after a long and happy marriage. On June 6, 2020, John married Jean Cuthbertson in Salem, Illinois. Together they shared a loving marriage and many wonderful memories. John re...

Gabriel Matthew Burket, a spirited soul with a zest for life and a heart full of love for his family and friends, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 3rd, 2026, at the young age of 20. Born Christmas Day, Sunday, December 25th, 2005, Gabe brought joy and warmth to all who knew him. He resided in the close-knit community of Centralia, where his presence will be deeply missed. He is the son of A. Matthew Burket and Carolyn Pribble of Centralia. Gabe is survived by a loving family who cheri...

Constance Jean "Connie" Freels, 98, of Centralia passed away peacefully, Thursday, July 9, 2026, at Heritage Woods in Centralia, just a few days away from celebrating her 99th birthday. She was born on July 13, 1927, in Mascoutah, the daughter of E.W. and Florence (Schubert) Mann. She married her soul mate, Bob Freels on September 27, 1947, at St. Johns United Church of Christ in Mascoutah. Bob preceded her in death on October 7, 2002. Survivors that will remember Connie's generous ...

Jimmie E. Bradford, 70, of Centralia, IL was welcomed into the arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Wednesday, July 1, 2026, following a brief illness in the Odin Health Care Center. He was born on May 21, 1956, in Centralia, IL, the son of Matthew Patrick, Sr. and Helen L. (Worlds) Bradford. He married Monika (Loefflath) Wilson in 2004. Survivors that will hold dear memories of Jimmie include his beloved family, daughters, Desirae Bradford of Carbondale, IL, and Nakota Bradford of Centralia, IL...

Philip K. Carder, 85, of Centralia, Illinois, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, Illinois. Phil was born on November 1, 1940, in West Milford, West Virginia, the son of W. Ray Carder and Mary Jane (Allman) Carder. He married Carolyn Chandler on October 26, 1963, in Winchester, Virginia. Phil was a proud graduate of Unidis High School, Class of 1958. He was a professional truck driver and a proud member of the Teamst...

Donnie Wayne Hosick, age 74, of Centralia, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon. He was born on May 22, 1952, in Bloomington, Illinois, the son of Earl and Beatrice (Lyman) Hosick. Donnie was a quiet and observant man who found joy in the simple things in life. He enjoyed spending time people watching, listening to country music, watching classic television shows, and playing his keyboard. He also liked visiting the park and goin...

Rebecca"Becky" L. Roeckeman, 69, of Centralia passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026. She was born on July 3, 1956, in Louisville, Kentucky, the daughter of James Wise and Juila Berding. She married Larry Roeckeman on July 31, 1999, and he preceded her in death. Survivors that will remember Becky's compassion and generosity include her beloved family, her daughter, Nicole Campbell of Salem; stepchildren, Kyle and Rachelle Roeckeman of MN, and Zach Roeckeman of Centralia; grandchildren, S...