Carolyn Salger, 78, of Salem, passed away at her home on November 15th, 2025. She was born to Wilbert and Lillie (Wagner) Busche in Sparta, IL, on March 4th, 1947. She married the love of her life, Junior Salger, on June 15th, 1968, and they spent 57 beautiful years together sharing their lives. She had an abiding faith in God and was a dedicated member of Salem Lutheran Church, where she and her husband raised their children in His word. For 48 years, she was active in the church, where she ...

Mary K. Campbell, 73, of Centralia, passed away Monday, November 17, 2025, at her home. She was born on January 17, 1952, in Litchfield, IL, the daughter of Henry Sr. and Gladys (Daugherty) Campbell. Survivors that will hold dear memories of Mary include her children, Tina Ford of Centralia, Stephanie Mellenthin of Centralia, Douglas (Jenny) Booth of Marion; grandchildren, Ian Ford (Beth Lake), Bryan Ford (Charolette Pittard), Corey (McKayla) Deadmond, Roland Booth; great-grandchildren, Wesle...

Joan M. Hollon, born on October 21, 1938, in Boalsburg, PA, passed away on November 15, 2025, at the age of 87. Known as a thoughtful person throughout her life, she touched countless lives with her kindness and compassion. Survivors include her stepchildren; a grandson, Shawn Overmiller; her sister, Virgina Hartzell, along with her family at the Rusty Nail in Salem. Joan was preceded in death by her parents, Stanley and Elizabeth Hartzell; her husband, Robert Hollon Jr.; two sons, Steven and...

Rosalie Ann Maxey, 92, of Salem, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, November 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving husband and children. Born August 15, 1933, in Alma Township, she was the daughter of Oran and Lois (Lonnon) Alderson. On December 12, 1959, she married the love of her life, Melvin Loyd Maxey, at the Alma Methodist Church. Together, they shared 65 wonderful years of marriage. Rosalie is survived by her husband, Loyd of Salem; their children, Carole Maxey of Salem, Lar...

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Sharon Keplar, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Sharon passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the age of 78. Born in Harrisburg, Illinois, Sharon brought joy and warmth to all those who knew her. She was the daughter of Lewis Tomlinson and Mary Belle (Wilson) Tomlinson. She married Harold Michael Canada, and they later divorced. On August 23, 1975, she married Charles "Bill" Keplar, and he pr...

Michael Douglas "Mike" Johnson, 72, of Centralia, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2025, with his family by his side. He was born on January 13, 1953, in Centralia, the son of Earl and Barbara (Swan) Johnson. He married Linda Nail, and they shared 45 amazing years together. Survivors that will hold treasured memories of Mike include his devoted wife, Linda Johnson of Centralia; beloved children, Kristy Fahrenwald, Rebecca Ball, Amy Johnson, Tracy Karcher, Vance Johnson, and Jef...

Ian Douglas Donald Peak, 38, of Mount Vernon, Illinois, passed away at 11:46 p.m. on November 10, 2025, at his home. He was born April 29, 1987, in Carbondale, Illinois, to James H. and Catherine E. (Harder) Peak. Ian married Anna M. (Knight) Peak on March 29, 2025, in Makanda, Illinois. In addition to his parents and wife, Ian is survived by his sister, Elizabeth Peak of Elizabethtown, Kentucky; his very special niece, Peyton Sloan; several nieces by marriage; and several aunts, uncles, and ...

Ellen Alene Bachman, age 89 of Fort Branch, IN, formerly of Salem, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025, at the Linda E. White Hospice House in Evansville, IN. She was born on June 10, 1936, in Odin, the daughter of Valcoe C. and Dovie Loraine (Deadmond) Thompson. She grew up in a lively home, the fifth of seven children. She married Willard C. "Bill" Bachman Jr. in 1955 and became a licensed beautician. They lived in Danville and Oakwood to raise their family, moving back...