Herschel "Dean" Jones, age 97, of Salem, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Twin Willows Nursing Center in Salem. Dean was born on July 5, 1928, in Alma, Illinois, the son of Lewis H. Jones and Nell Agnes (Walker) Jones. He married Kathryn (Jones) Jones on April 24, 1948, in Kinmundy, Illinois, and she preceded him in death after 71 years of marriage. He is survived by his daughter, Carolyn Vandeveer of Salem; daughter-in-law, Cathy Jones of Pana; and several grandchildren...

Jerry Donaldson, cherished father, son, partner, and friend, passed away on Friday, March 13th, 2026, at the age of 69. Born in Springfield, Illinois, on November 10th, 1956, son of Jerry Donaldson and Wilma (Lash) Donaldson. Jerry proudly served his country as a member of the United States Air Force before embarking on a long career as a machinist and pipefitter at Tampa Ship Yard. He was known for his dedication and skill, earning the respect and admiration of his colleagues throughout his ...

Roger C. Moore, 78, of Mount Vernon, Illinois, passed away at 11:57 p.m. on March 12, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born September 4, 1947, in Mount Vernon to the late Verle Moore and Venita (Hayes) Flanagan. Roger married Karen (Lopez) Moore in 2010, and she survives. In addition to his beloved wife, Roger is survived by his children, Mark Moore and Morgan Moore; grandchildren, Austin Moore; great-grandchildren, Henli Moore and Trigg Moore; stepchildren, Greg Sullivan a...

Matthew Pokojski, a lifelong resident of Centralia, Illinois, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026, at the age of 61. Born on February 9, 1965, in Centralia, Matthew is the son of Stanley and Doris (Phillips) Pokojski. On November 21, 1987, he married Beth D. Stewart, and she survives. A proud alumnus of Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Matthew graduated in 1987 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Education. He leveraged his passion and knowledge by shaping countless...

Mark Davis, 69, of Salem, passed away at his home on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026. He was born in Centralia to Oliver and Carol (Tate) Davis on June 10th, 1956. He is survived by his daughter, Kaytlyn Davis; fiancé, Gary England, of Salem; grandchildren, James Phillips and Aaliyah Phillips; brother, Dale Davis; wife, Robin Davis of Salem; sister, Karen Davis of Salem; several nieces and nephews; and his beloved dog, Gracie. He was preceded in death by his parents, Oliver and Carol Davis; ...

John A. Rowcliff, Sr., a beloved resident of Sandoval, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 13, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on Monday, August 14th, 1944, in Fairbury, Illinois, son of Cyril Rowcliff and Hazel Virginia (Bull) Rowcliff. On January 20, 1966, John married the love of his life, Linda Pennington, and she survives. John is survived by his devoted wife of 60 years, Linda Rowcliff, and their four children: John Rowcliff, Jr. of Sandoval; Delinda Rowcliff (Donnie) of Sand...

Philip Quandt, 74, of Centralia, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 9, 2026, at SSM Health St. Mary Hospital in Richmond Heights, Missouri, surrounded by his family. Phil was born September 26, 1951, in Salem, the son of Clarence Quandt and Helen (Kleiss) Quandt. On March 6, 1974, in Salem, Phil married the love of his life, Glenda "Gay" Geiler, and she preceded him in death on November 23, 2018. Phil graduated from Kinmundy-Alma High School in 1969 and remained close with many...

Tina Marie Book, age 63, of Albers, departed this life on March 11, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her beloved family. Born in Breese, Illinois, on November 8, 1962, she was the cherished daughter of Thomas (Tom) and Erlene (Fink) Strubhart. Tina united in marriage with Kenneth "Bender" Book at St. Bernard Catholic Church on April 18, 1986, and he survives in Albers. Preceded in death by her parents, Thomas (Tom) and Erlene Strubhart, and Father and Mother-in-law, Benedict (Dick) ...