Obituaries
Gary Lynn Davis, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on Jan. 12, 2025, at the age of 84.
Born on August 20, 1940, Gary dedicated his life to his family and faith, leaving a legacy of love and service that will endure in the hearts of all who knew...
Bill Chaney, 58, of Anna, and formerly of Atwood, Tenn., and Joliet, died Friday, Jan. 10, 2025, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau.
He was born on Nov. 5, 1966, in Chicago, the son of Billy Roger and Betty Lou Skeens Chaney.
Mr. Chaney was a proud Teamster. He loved to ride his...
Joann Toler will be remembered for her vibrant personality, optimism, love of community, music, fashion sense and beauty. Never without her lipstick, she made the world a brighter place, every day.
With heartfelt sadness, we share the news of Rosetta “Joann” Colyer Toler’s passing on January 16,...
Mary Elizabeth McRaven, 72, of rural Belknap, died at 10:10 p.m. Friday, Jan. 10, 2025, at her home.
She was born on March 13, 1952, in Orange, Texas. She was the daughter of Jack and Florence Elizabeth Clarkson Phillips.
On Sept. 22, 1979, Mary was united in marriage to Don McRaven in Fallon,...
Larry Leon Hileman, 81, of Anna, died Friday, Jan. 10, 2025, at Deaconess Illinois Union County Hospital in Anna.
He was born on June 28, 1943, in Union County, the son of Don W. and Alberta Sronce Hileman.
He married Nancy Ann Sullivan on Aug. 6, 1967.
Mr. Hileman is survived by his wife, Nancy...
Alisa Lynn Wachsnicht, 58, of Cobden, died Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, at Mercy Southeast Hospital.
She was born on July 20, 1966, in Union County, the daughter of William and Betty Williams Cast.
She married Rodney Wachsnicht on Dec. 28, 2007.
She is survived by her husband, Rodney Wachsnicht of...
Cheryl April Anne Wright, 76, died Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025 at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, Ind.
She was born on June 16, 1948, in Meridian, Texas.
She married Kenneth Carlson on Dec. 3, 2002. He preceded her in death Nov. 5, 2022.
She had a bright smile and cheerful personality. She worked for...
Christina E. Nickles, 89, of Anna, died Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025, at Mercy Southeast Hospital in Cape Girardeau.
She was born on Jan. 15, 1935, in Jonesboro, the daughter of Christ and Estella Goodman Nickles.
She is survived by her son-in-law, Douglas Meadows; grandchildren Doug Meadows II and...
Beverly Jane Pecord, lovingly known as Bunny, went home to be with her Lord and Savior at 1:15 p.m. on Jan. 10, 2025, at the age of 96, surrounded by her family.
She was born on Jan. 29, 1928, in Louisville, Ky., the daughter of Walter and Gladys Miller-Becker.
She married Orval “Gene” Pecord on...
“Love is the most important thing in the world, but baseball is pretty good, too.” – Yogi Berra
Janseen Hand, age 54, dedicated husband and father, born on June 26, 1970, in Carbondale, passed away on December 31, 2024, in Burghausen, Germany, due to complications from a heart attack and infection...
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