Bobby C. Huskey, age 68 of Salem, passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026, at his home. Bobby was born on October 29, 1957, in Hominy, Oklahoma, the son of Bob and Mavis (Crabtree) Huskey. Survivors include his daughters, Heather Faught and husband Joshua of Salem, and Nicole Huskey-Holman of West Frankfort; six grandchildren; and a sister, Lisa Taylor of Eddyville, Kentucky. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Mavis, all of his grandparents, and a brother, Larry Huskey. Bobby ...

Timothy D. Keck, age 66 of Mulberry Grove, passed away at his home surrounded by his loved ones on Monday, February 16, 2026. Tim was born in Dayton, Ohio, on July 15, 1959, a son of Lawrence "Larry" and Dianne (Ross) Keck. He retired after many years working at a cheese factory in upstate New York. Tim was a self-proclaimed DIY carpenter who could fix or build just about anything. He enjoyed bowling and was an avid golfer. Tim competed in multiple leagues at Twin Oaks Golf Cour...

Let us tell you a life story about a man named, Jerry Corners, who passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at his farm. On February 9, 1942 in Centralia, Illinois, he was born to Raymond "Bud" Corners and Helen (Hoffman) Corners. Jerry started his life's journey helping on the Corners family farm. He then decided to go to college at Murray State College and earn his Bachelor's Degree. After all these years even later in life, he would go to Murray State to watch the R...

Catherine Selma Mix, age 79 of Carlyle, passed away at Carlyle Healthcare and Senior Living on February 10, 2026. Catherine was born in Chisholm, Minnesota on November 29, 1946, a daughter of the late John and Rose (Selvo) Salonen. She grew up in Minnesota, graduated from Chisholm High School, and spent her career with the United States Postal Service. Catherine's faith in Jesus Christ was the foundation of her life. She treasured Life Church in Carlyle, as it reminded her of her home church...

Loren Smith, 64, of Salem, passed away peacefully at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, IN on February 15th, 2026. He was born on July 8th, 1961, in Centralia to Dillard and Evelyn (Thouvenin) Smith. He is survived by his son: Dillard Smith; and two sisters: Janet Carter and Kathy Peters He was preceded in death by his parents: Dillard and Evelyn Smith; and brother: John Smith. Loren was a man with simple tastes. He loved doing woodworking. He enjoyed spending time outside in nature, especial...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dennis Claxton, who departed this life on Sunday, February 8th, 2026, at the age of 67. Born on Sunday, January 18th, 1959, he is the son of Clifford Claxton and June (Boyle) Claxton. He married Star (Ellis) Claxton on October 25, 2002, and she survives in Centralia. Dennis spent his early years in California before settling in Illinois. He graduated from high school in California, embarking on a life journey that was marked by hard work...

Daniel "Dandy Dan" Gene Edmonds, 73, of Centralia, passed away February 8, 2026, at SSM Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon. He was born the son of Darryl and Sally (McClellan) Edmonds on May 8, 1952, in Centralia. Graveside services to honor the life of Dandy Dan will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 17th, 2026, at Fouts Cemetery with Pastor Therese Melena officiating. Online condolences may be shared with those who loved Dandy Dan at www.maczfuneralhomes.com or on thei...

Carolyn Grace Graham, age 83 of Salem, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026, at SSM St. Mary's Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. Carolyn was born on May 21, 1942, in Odin, Illinois, the daughter of Oval Merle and Nellie Lorene (Cox) Shults. Carolyn is survived by her loving family; daughters, Vickie Brubaker of Old Monroe, Missouri, Michelle Reim and husband Gary of Salem, and son, Nicholas Soldner and wife Ran of Los Altos, California; five granddaughters, Adelynn Soldner, Olivia Reim, Sop...