James Brian Moulton, a beloved resident of Centralia, IL, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 8th, 2025, at the age of 46. He was born on Saturday, May 19th, 1979, in Panama City to Clifford Moulton Sr. and Janice Amanda (Yancy) Moulton. James is survived by his father, Clifford Moulton Sr., his loving significant other, Kim Snyder, and his sister, Vonna Moulton of Cottage Hill, IL. He also leaves behind his Uncle William Moulton and Aunt Clara Moulton Moose and Aunt Leta Langdon; numerou...

Marvin Niedbalski, 61, of Waltonville, Illinois, passed away at 11:45 am July 16, 2025, at his residence. He was born May 2, 19dan Baltzell of Waltonville, Illinois; grandchildren, Odyn Niedbalski and Marlee Baltzell; brother, Tony Schweda and wife, Amber, and their children, Tristan and Little Tony of Bonnie Marvin Niedbalski, 61, of Waltonville, Illinois, passed away at 11:45 am July 16, 2025, at his residence. He was born May 2, 1964, in Joliet, Illinois, to Marvin L. and Lorretta K. (Pias...

William "Billy" Joseph Phillips, 46, of Versailles, Kentucky, passed away Friday, July 11, 2025. He was born on March 2, 1979, in Centralia, Illinois, the son of Teddy and Tish (Dempsey) Phillips. He married Jennifer Moore on September 1, 2001, and one child was born of this union. They later divorced. He married Erica Bates on April 7, 2007, in Reno, Nevada, and one child was born of this union. They later divorced. Survivors include his daughters, Lexie Phillips of Patoka, Illinoi...

Ellis Richard Pratt, 69, of Johnston City, Illinois, hugged the Lord during the early hours of July 14th, 2025. Rick was born on June 1st, 1956, to the late Margaret (Courtney) Pratt and Garland Pratt in Sterling, Colorado. Rick was a devoted father, son, brother, and friend with a generous spirit; Always available with a helping hand. He was known for having many nicknames for his loved ones, especially his "Pumpkin", "Poochie" and "Amby." He had many in return,...

Rhonda Kay (Wilfong) Andrews Ray, age 57, of Benton, Kentucky, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 13, 2025. Born on February 12, 1968, in Taylorville, Illinois, Rhonda was the daughter of Ruth Ann Wilfong and the late Gary Allen Wilfong. She dedicated her life to the well-being of others through her decades-long work in public health, serving as an administrator in multiple districts including Marion County, Fayette County, and Southern Seven. She was appointed as President of Illinois ...

Mark Allen Claybourn, age 63 of Centralia, passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at his home, with his family at his side. Mark was born on July 22, 1961, in Salem, Illinois, the son of Charles F. and Jerry (Blakeley) Claybourn. He married Malinda (Phelps) Claybourn on December 7, 1992, in Paducah, Kentucky, and together they shared 32 years united in marriage. Survivors include his wife, Malinda Claybourn of Centralia; daughter, Meredith Miller of Centralia and her children Mitchell Jam...

William "Billy" Arlington McHale, 70, of Mount Vernon, Illinois, passed away at 8:00 am July 15, 2025 at Nature Trail Health Care Center in Mount Vernon. He was born January 3, 1955 in New Jersey to the late John Lyndsey McHale and Gail Iris (Meek) Dochmonish. Billy is survived by his son, Ryan Michael McHale of Colorado; daughter, Chasi Mi Rigli of Colorado; step son, Nathan Zimmer of Denver, Colorado; brothers, Richard Christman of Stoystown, Pennsylvania, Mike Loue of Sammerset, ...

Lucille Marie Caroline Knolhoff, 97, of Centralia, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at St. Mary's Hospital in Centralia. She was born on September 24, 1927 in Hoyleton, Illinois, the daughter of Richard and Ella (Tepe) Heseman. She married Milton L. Knolhoff in 1947 at St. John's Lutheran church in New Minden, Illinois. He preceded her in death on May 4, 2015. Lucille is survived by three sons, Curtis Knolhoff and wife, Janet of Collinsville, Larry Knolhoff and wife Kathy of Kiawah Islan...