Linda Joann Shufeldt, 78, of Iuka, passed away on February 1st, 2026, at Countryside Manor in Mt. Vernon. She was born June 27th, 1947, to Lew and Phyllis (Patton) Miller in Muncie, Indiana. She would marry Charles Keith Shufeldt on August 20th, 1966, and they would spend 48 amazing years together until his passing. Linda enjoyed camping, crocheting, painting, reading, cooking, and baking cakes for weddings and all other occasions. She worked as a beautician, a realtor, a cook, and a kitchen ...

Arthur David Ward, 67, of Mount Vernon, passed away Thursday, February 5, 2026, at Axiom Healthcare in Mount Vernon, Illinois. He was born on July 12, 1958, in Salem, the son of Arthur Harry and Janice P. (Berry) Ward. He married the love of his life, Carol Scott, on July 12, 1986. Survivors that will hold dear memories of David include his beloved wife, Carol Ward; his dear son, David Allen Ward and fiancée, Ashley Waller; step-children, Curtis Joe Mark Scott, Trina Marie Scott; sever...

Marjorie Ann Cozart (nee Curtis), age 93, went home peacefully to be with her Lord on February 1, 2026, in Port Charlotte, FL. Beloved mother of Kathy Bravo (Mike), Robert Cozart (Tina); devoted grandmother to Nicole Cozart, Michael Bravo III (Amy), Brett Bravo (Missy), Jessica Lockenvitz (Michael), Christina Bowder (Nick) and to her great-grandchildren Anthony and Cameron Sanders, Mira, Ward and Lincoln Bravo, David Huff, Gabriella and Zachary Mitchell, Millie and Bentley Atterberry. She is...

Doris Ward, 77, of Fairfield, Illinois, peacefully went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Evansville. Doris was a woman of deep faith, quiet grace, and unwavering love for her family. Patient and caring, she lived her life serving others and showing Christ's love through daily acts of devotion. On January 25, 1966, Doris married the love of her life, Lawrence Ward, at the preacher's home in Salem, Illinois. Together, they shar...

Patricia Ann "Pat" Grove, 74, of Mount Vernon, passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mount Vernon. She was born on June 5, 1951, in Highland, the daughter of Maurice and Adele (Vieth) Gregor. She married the love of her life, Harry Grove, on May 6, 2000, in Macoupin, and he preceded her in death on October 1, 2013. Survivors that will remember Pat's warm smile include her son, Jarrod (Maranda) Kilmurray; stepchildren, Michael and Meliss...

Nancy Mae Lowe, age 84, of Carlyle, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Breese. She was born on December 27, 1941, in Keyesport, the daughter of Melvin and Mable (Zobrist) Hoffman. Nancy was united in marriage to Gene D. Lowe, Sr., on February 28, 1959, in Pinckneyville, Illinois. Sadly, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband on January 13, 1998. Nancy is survived by her loving children: Gene "Spook" Lowe, Jr. and wife Kris, Asa Lowe, and...

Brian Bellamy, cherished father, son, brother, and dear friend, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026, at his home in Marion, Illinois. Born on September 8, 1966, in Anna, Illinois, the son of John Bellamy and Mary (Teal) Bellamy. A man of profound service and patriotism, Brian answered the call of duty by serving in both the US Navy and the US Army. His commitment to his country was mirrored by his dedication to family, friends, and his community. Brian was an avid outdoorsman, finding ...

Elizabeth "Betty" Updike was born on May 11, 1942, in Washington, D.C., to Stephen Brunauer, a Commander in the U.S. Navy, and Esther Caulkin Brunauer, who worked at the U.S. State Department. She moved to Evanston, Illinois, with her father, mother, and Kathy Brunauer Horvat, her older sister, when her father took a job as a Chemist with the Portland Cement Company in 1952. She attended Evanston High School through her graduation in 1960. In the fall of 1960, Betty entered Franklin...