Carrell Bundy of Centralia, passed away Friday morning July 10, 2020 at her home in the care of her loving family. Mrs. Bundy started her working career at the Centralia Sentinel, then moved on to Murray Center, and lastly the most rewarding of all, a secretary for the First Baptist Church. She was also a…… Read more »
Merle McKinney, age 95 of Salem passed away on Friday July 10, 2020 at Salem Township Hospital. Funeral arrangements are pending at Crouse Funeral Home in Salem.… Read more »
Philip Eugene Sefton, age 71, of Xenia, passed away at home on the afternoon of July 9, 2020, from complications of lung fibrosis, a disease often referred to as “farmer’s lung.” Just the day before, Phil had been released from the rehabilitation unit of Carle Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney, following a three-week stay. The…… Read more »
Joyce Lee Mulvaney, 79, of Louisville, passed away at 11:47 pm on Thursday, July 9, 2020 at Hamilton Memorial Hospital in McLeansboro. Joyce worked for many years at World Color Press in Effingham. She liked bowling, fishing and spending quality time with her family. Joyce loved her dogs, Zack, Muffin and Nikki. Cremation rites have…… Read more »
Robert Lee Strayhorn departed this life and entered God’s eternal kingdom on July 6, 2020 after a brief illness. Robert lived in Centralia most of his life. He was well-loved and respected. Robert was baptized at an early age and lived his life dedicated to the Lord. Robert enjoyed life and was a comedian in…… Read more »
David Isom, 70, of Mulkeytown, Illinois, passed away July 9, 2020 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in Marion, Illinois. David proudly served his country in the United States Marines during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the Shawnee Hounds Hunt Club. David will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him.…… Read more »
Will You Avoid These Estate Planning Mistakes? Too many wealthy households commit these common blunders. Provided by MidAmerica Financial Resources Many people plan their estates diligently, with input from legal, tax, and financial professionals. Others plan earnestly but make mistakes that can potentially affect both the transfer and destiny of family wealth. Here are…… Read more »
Governor JB Pritzker has called on the federal government to do more to stop the spread of COVID-19. During an appearance before lawmakers, the Governor asked for action from the White House. “This might be the most important thing we can do to save lives. We need a national masking mandate. We instituted ours in…… Read more »
Donald Patrick Boothman, Sr., 83, of Centralia, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at his home with his family by his side. Don was a laborer for Egyptian Concrete Company before retiring. He served in the US Army and was a member of the 15th Street Church of God. He loved being outdoors, whether it…… Read more »
Billy Gene Johnston Sr., age 83 of Salem, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at Odin Care Center. Billy was a member of the Church of God and worked for the Teamsters Local 50. Graveside services for Billy Gene Johnston Sr. will be held on Saturday, July 11, 2020 at 5:00 pm at Elder…… Read more »