Obituaries
Mickey Stute Chaney, age 44 of Anna, passed away, Sunday, July 20, 2025 at St. Francis Medical Center.
She was born Nov. 1, 1980 in St. Louis, Mo., the daughter of Michael Stute and Kara Myers.
Mickey is survived by her three children, Johnathan (Emma) Chaney of Sikeston, MO, Makenzie Chaney (...
Martha A. Chapman-Mayer, age 78 of Murphysboro, passed away, Monday Aug. 4, 2025 at Manor Court.
She was born Nov. 5, 1945 in Alto Pass, the daughter of Pearl and Opal (Brandon) Hagler. She lived and grew up on a small farm in Alto Pass and graduated from Alto Pass High School in 1964.
Martha is...
Erick L. Hallam, age 66 of Jonesboro, passed away Monday, July 28, 2025 at Deaconess Union County Hospital.
He was born on Dec. 25, 1958 in San Jose, Calif., the son of Gregory and Carolyn (Case) Hallam.
He married Karen Dietz on May 29, 1992 in Epping, Essex, England.
He is survived by his wife...
William Bryan Ballard III, a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on July 30, 2025.
He was born on Nov. 20, 1965, in Fort Wayne, Ind., to William Bryan Ballard, Jr. and Sally Jo Ballard.
Bryan was a natural athlete who excelled in numerous sports throughout his life. He achieved...
John H. Wilkins, III passed away peacefully in the early hours of May 11, 2025 in Muncie, Ind.
He was a loving husband, proud and supportive father and stepfather, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, and will be dearly missed.
John is survived by his loving wife, Sigrid “Sigi” Koehler-Wilkins...
Gary Lee LeFevre passed away on Wednesday, July 30, at the age of 84, surrounded by Christ’s love and family members.
He was born into a loving home on Feb. 24, 1941, to Earl and Hilda (Weissenbach) LeFevre in Mound City, Ill.
He was married to Lynn (Burd) LeFevre on Dec. 27, 1961. Together, they...
Lou Ann Hartline, age 90 of Cobden, passed away Thursday, July 31, 2025 at Deaconess Union County Hospital in Anna.
She was born at home March 13, 1935 in Cobden, the daughter of Floyd and Maurine (Wallace) Shadowens.
Lou Ann is survived by two sons, Steve (Lisa) Hartline of Anna and Danny (...
Brian Joe Frick, age 59, of Jonesboro, passed away, Saturday, July 26, 2025 at his home.
He was born March 29, 1966, the son of Carl Joe and Carolyn Sue (Eddleman) Frick.
Brian is survived by his three children, Amber Frick of Broken Arrow, Okla., Dawson Frick and Allison Frick both of Jonesboro;...
Ervina M. Johnson, age 94, of Jonesboro, went home to her Lord and Savior, Tuesday, July 29, 2025.
She was born Dec. 15, 1930 in McClure, the daughter of Ervin Darwin and Mary Marie (Stewart) Rogers.
She married Donald E. Johnson on Jan. 9, 1949 in Anna. He preceded her in death on Dec. 13, 2014...
Bonnie Elaine Vines, a woman whose life was defined by unwavering Christian faith, a profound dedication to education, and an enduring love for her family and farm, passed away on June 2, 2025.
Born Bonnie Elaine Davis on Aug. 27, 1942, in Pennsylvania, Bonnie’s journey led her to touch countless...
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