Beverly Sue Frisch, 78, of Scheller, Illinois, passed away at 7:17 a.m. on July 24, 2026, at her home. She was born June 18, 1948, in Mount Vernon, Illinois, to the late Gearl and Earlene (Pierce) Greenwalt. Beverly married Ronald "Rudy" Frisch on June 7, 1996, and he survives. Beverly is survived by her children, Crystal (Greg) Alfeldt of Oakdale, Illinois, John K. Fleener II of Mount Vernon, Illinois, Maranda (Danny Henderson) Sloan of Oakland City, Indiana, and Jennifer (Jess) Ha...

Paula Ann Berry, 76, of Mount Vernon, Illinois, passed away at 9:16 am July 22, 2026 at Axiom Gardens in Mount Vernon. She was born February 25, 1950 in Gloversville, New York to the late Mervin and Annabel (Montana) Chadbourne. Paula married Willard Glenn Berry on October 14, 1972. He preceded her in death on January 12, 2026. Paula is survived by her sons, Jason G. Berry and wife, Julie, Jared M. Berry and wife, Lindsey, and Justin S. Berry and fiancée, Corena Keith; grandchildren, M...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Robert L. "Bobby" Salyers, who departed this life on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at the age of 49. Born on July 1, 1977, in St. Louis, Missouri, the son of Walter L. Salyers and Barbara Sue (Bryant) Salyers. Bobby was a resident of Scottsdale, Arizona at the time of his passing. Bobby is survived by his father, Walter Salyers, and his wife Kathy of Walnut Hill. He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Barbara Salyers. ...

Mark Allen Doudera of Salem, Illinois, was reunited with his Lord and loved ones in Heaven on July 22, 2026. Born on July 26, 1957, and raised in Salem, he was the second son of Raymond and Mary (Jett) Doudera. Growing up on the family farm with his brothers, Tony and Ronnie, and surrounded by countless cousins, Mark developed a deep love for family and the outdoors. As the middle brother, he was known for his mischievous spirit and was often considered the rowdiest of the three. As a young m...

Loy Sue Toney, of Mount Vernon, passed away on Saturday, July 18th, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on March 3rd, 1945, in Mt. Vernon, Sue is the daughter of Loyd Bradford and Dorothy (Phillips) Bradford. She married the love of her life, Sammy Toney, on September 19, 1961, and they shared 64 years together until he passed away on April 23, 2025. For over 50 years, Sue worked passionately as a beautician, touching the lives of many with her warmth, kindness, and artistic flair. Her loyal cliente...

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Darius Hoskins, who left this world far too soon at the age of 28. Darius is survived by his loving parents, Julie Koppen and Drake Hoskins; his three younger siblings, Donovan Hoskins, Dakari Hoskins, and Amara Carter; and his beloved grandparents, Mattie Hoskins, Star Claxton, Larry McKinney, and Mike Koppen. Survived by aunts - Andrea Wynn, Anya Hoskins, Takeena Hoskins, and Brandy Mosley with Husband Jerrell Mosley. Uncles - Brandon Hoskin...

Pamela Grace Boettcher, 70, of Blytheville, peacefully passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at Manila Nursing Home in Arkansas. Pam was born in Centralia, Illinois, on December 19, 1955, the daughter of Floyd and Jessie (Hodges) Elliott. She married the love of her life Ronald Boettcher, Sr. on July 8, 1973. Pam lived most of her life in Centralia. She always had a soft spot for helping people, so much so that she pursued a career and later retired from the Kaskaskia Special Education Dis...

Kevin K. Shelton, age 64, of Woodlawn, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mount Vernon. He was born on February 24, 1962, in Kennett, Missouri, the son of Harold W. and Helen O. (Ingram) Shelton. Kevin married the love of his life, Leila, in 1987, and together they built a family centered on love and cherished memories. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who found his greatest joy in spending time with thos...