Obituaries

2026 05/01 - David Ray Glenn
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Ray Glenn, who departed this world on Sunday, April 26th, 2026, at the age of 67. Born on Monday, October 20th, 1958, in Centralia, Illinois, David is the son of George Glenn and Barbara (Sieberg) Glenn. He was a cherished resident of Irvington, IL, and a beloved member of his community. On September 24, 1988, he married Karen Hanson, and she survives in Irvington. David was a devoted husband to Karen Glenn of Irvington and a lovin...

2026 05/01 - Richard L. Brown
Richard L. Brown, of Centralia, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at the age of 75. Born on July 21, 1950, he is the son of Orvial and Gladys (Garren) Brown. Richard led a life dedicated to both his family and his community. Known as a man of simple pleasures, he enjoyed the tranquility of the countryside, often found tinkering with lawn mowers and expertly repairing pinball machines. His passion for fixing things extended into his professional life, where he worked in video repair, a j...

2026 05/01 - Georgia I. Scott
Georgia I. Scott, 90, of Bluford, IL, passed away at 5:02 p.m. on April 26, 2026, at her residence with her family by her side in Bluford, IL. She was born March 17, 1936, in Bluford, IL, to Raymond Wilson and Mildred (Cameron) Wilson. Georgia married James E. Scott on September 1955. Georgia is survived by her Husband James E. Scott of Bluford, IL; Children, James Michael Scott and wife Marcia of Bluford, IL, Brenda Gail Lowry and husband David of Locust Grove, GA; Natalie Michelle Capps and...

2026 05/01 - Brenda Owens
Brenda Owens, 76, of Salem, went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 26th, 2026, with her family by her side. She was born March 12th, 1950, to Paul and Clara (Blackburn) Henson in Salem, Illinois. She is survived by her children: Kerry (Heather) Henson, Doug Krutsinger, Josh Owens (Halei Greenwood), Heather Phillips (Shawn Thompson), and April Owens (Bradon Sellers); twenty grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren; brothers: Darrell (Joann) Henson and Jerold (Marilyn) Henson; and sist...

2026 04/30 - Alvina Sue Hall
Alvina Sue Hall, age 77, of Salem, Illinois, passed away peacefully at 8:50 pm, Saturday, April 25, 2026, at the Odin Healthcare Center in Odin, Illinois. Born on December 27, 1948, in Vandalia, Illinois, the daughter of Lester and Iris (Cole) Logue. Sue lived a life marked by hard work, dedication, and a warm spirit that touched those around her. She had married Frederick Hall on December 28, 1964, and then he preceded her in death on June 25, 1975. She later married David Bishop on June 2, ...

2026 04/29 - Doris Irene (wooden) Davis
Doris Irene (Wooden) Davis, 92, of Mt. Vernon, passed away at 8:35 p.m., Friday, April 24, 2026, at SSM Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon. She was born February 26, 1934, in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, the daughter of Val and Dortha (Puckett) Wooden. On May 2, 1957, she married Maurice Davis, and he preceded her in death on September 9, 2019. Doris was a graduate of Mt. Vernon Township High School and attended Lincoln Bible Institute. She loved sewing, cooking, baking, gardening, and feedin...

2026 04/29 - Robert Leroy Vogel
Robert Leroy Vogel, 99, of Centralia, passed away April 23, 2026, at his home. Robert was born March 5, 1927, to William Leroy and Mabel Lillian (Hensley) Vogel in Irishtown Township, IL (Keyesport, IL). His first marriage was blessed with a daughter, Lorraine Kay. The marriage ended in divorce, and he married Mamie Hawes in February 1965. After 38 years of marriage, Mamie passed away. In 2003, he married Irlene Fortney, and she survives after 22 years of marriage. Robert was preceded in deat...

2026 04/29 - Ronnie Sears
Ronald "Ronnie" J. Sears, 77, of Salem, Illinois, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, March 19, 2026. Ronnie was born on December 26, 1948, in Centralia, Illinois, the son of Robert Gene Sears and Viola Mae (Nichols) Sears. He spent his life rooted in southern Illinois, where he built a life centered on family, hard work, and simple joys. Ronnie was a dedicated worker for many years. He spent 24 years at World Color Press before retiring from Gilster-Mary Lee. His strong...

