Lauren Renee Lusch, of Odin, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 19th, 2026, at the age of 63 at her home. Born on a winter Tuesday, February 19, 1963, Lauren grew up with a deep sense of family and dedication to hard work that she carried with her throughout her life. Lauren was a vibrant and cherished presence at the Salem Grace Church of the Nazarene, where she celebrated her faith and forged lasting friendships. She found true joy in tending to her backyard oasis, often seen blowing le...

Paul R. Davis, 92, of Odin passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at Centralia Manor. He was born on February 12, 1934, in Centralia, the son of Roy and Ethel (Donoho) Davis. He married the love of his life, Phyllis Deadmond on April 3, 1953, and she survives him in Odin. Along with his wife, Phyllis Davis, of seventy-three blessed years, survivors include his children, Doug and wife Jeanette Davis of Odin, Dee Dee and husband Jim Smith of Salem, Darren and wife Kelly Davis of Troy, Darri Davi...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Andrew Ferguson, a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, on Thursday, June 18th, 2026, at the age of 50. Andrew was born on Thursday, September 4th, 1975, in Centralia, the son of William Ferguson and Dianne (Wright) Ferguson. Andrew is survived by his father, William Ferguson of Centralia, his sisters Pamela Twenhafel and her husband Doyle of Carlyle, IL, and Christine Ferguson-Frost of Ashley, IL. Also surviving is two nephews, Zach...

LuEllen Conrad, age 89, of Salem, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 12, 2026, at Salem Township Hospital with her family at her bedside. She was born on November 28, 1936, in Louisville, Kentucky, the daughter of Cornelius Warren Nuss and Dorothy (O'Bannon) Nuss. On May 30, 1955, LuEllen married the love of her life, Harold Keith Conrad, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Lanesville, Indiana. Together they shared 51 wonderful years of marriage until his passing on August 15, 2006...

John H. "Chopper" Robke, age 61 of Carlyle, passed away at his home on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. John was born in Breese, Illinois on March 29, 1965, a son of Gene J. and Martha A. (nee Holthaus) Robke. John had a lifelong love of music that began when he purchased his first guitar in the eighth grade. Over the years, he shared his passion for music with others while performing with several local bands, including The Golden Tones, Dead Ringer, the FN Band, Great Googely Moogely, an...

Thomas Dale "Tom" Cooper, 84, of Mount Vernon, Illinois, passed away at 1:25 pm June 17, 2026 at his home surrounded by his girls. He was born August 30, 1941 in Mount Vernon to the late Joseph and May Bell (Mather) Cooper. Tom married Helen (Crunk) Cooper on July 20, 1963 in Salem, Illinois and she preceded him in death on June 30, 2023. Tom is survived by his children, Julie Perrin and husband, Kevin of Mount Vernon, Laura Cooper and John Williams of Mount Vernon, Alan Cooper and ...

David Dillow, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at the age of 71. He was born on November 7, 1954, in Centralia, Illinois, the son of Dorris L. Dillow and Geraldine (Bean) Dillow. David was a graduate from Centralia High School and he also earned his Engineering Degree from Southern Illinois University of Carbondale, which paved the way for his dedicated career in the railroad industry. He was known for his diligence and skill, contributing significa...

Dorothy Bernice Tate, 90, of Texico, passed away at 9:35 a.m. Saturday, June 13, 2026, in Mt. Vernon. She was born August 28, 1935, in Bernie, Missouri, the daughter of Emerald Edward and Mae Kathleen (Whitehead) Elliott. On August 21, 1953, she married Charles D. Tate, and he preceded her in death on December 14, 2004. Mrs. Tate attended Ebenezer School and Mt. Vernon Township High School, and later attained her GED. She was a member at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church for 81 years, and served...