Obituaries in Robinson, Palestine, Flat Rock, West Union, and Surrounding Areas in Illinois
Rex Mitchell
Jun 29, 2025
Rex Mitchell, 81, of Palestine, IL, passed away in the comfort of his home on June 29, 2025. Born on March 12, 1944, in Robinson, IL, Rex grew up locally, attending school in Porterville before graduating from Robinson High School. Not long after, he headed north in search of work, eventually finding his footing as a machine operator. But it...
James "Jim" Hightshoe
Jun 26, 2025
James H. “Jim” Hightshoe, 87, of Hutsonville, IL, passed away peacefully at home on June 26, 2025. Born on November 21, 1937, in Indianapolis, IN, Jim wore glasses from the age of six—an early start to a life spent seeing the world a little more clearly than most. He grew up in the kind of world where a cheeseburger from...
Rosemary Badgley
Jun 19, 2025
Rosemary Badgley, 85, of Robinson, IL, passed away on June 19, 2025, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by the love of her family.
She was born on April 6, 1940, in Robinson, the daughter of Francis Lee and Bethel (Crossfield) Moore. She grew up here, graduated from Robinson High School in 1959, and never really left the place she...
Eric Neil Pierson
Jun 17, 2025
Eric Neil Pierson, beloved son, brother, husband, father, and friend to many, left us too soon on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, aged 55 years old. He was born August 30, 1969, to Larry and Diana Pierson in Palestine, Illinois, where he had a traditional small-town upbringing, playing in the streets with friends, being active in Boy Scouts, earning his Eagle...
Danny Stifle
Jun 16, 2025
Danny R. Stifle, 72, of Robinson, IL, died on June 16, 2025, at Regional Hospital in Terre Haute, IN.
Danny was the kind of man you didn't forget—part grit, part heart, and all in when it came to the people and things he loved. Born on July 7, 1952, in Hammond, IN, to Orville E. "Bones" and Helen May (McCormick) Stifle,...
Mary Mae Carey
Jun 15, 2025
Mary Mae Carey lived her 92 years like a well-loved hymn—soft and steady in some verses, bright and joyful in others, but always anchored in faith. She passed away peacefully on June 15, 2025, surrounded by the love she spent a lifetime giving away. She was born on April 13, 1933, in Decatur, IN, to Mearle and Gladys Chrisman. Her...
Robert "Bob" Bowen
Jun 13, 2025
Robert “Bob” Bowen, a lifelong educator whose quiet strength and unwavering devotion shaped countless lives, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 13, 2025, at Ridgeview Care Center in Oblong, Illinois. He was 89 years old. Born on January 21, 1936, in Edwards County, Bob was raised in Palestine, where he learned the value of hard work and developed a heart...
Dorothea "Dorothy" Wernz
Jun 1, 2025
Dorothea “Dorothy” Wernz, 94, of West Union, IL, passed away on June 1, 2025, at Robinson Rehab & Nursing in Robinson, IL. Born on November 26, 1930, near Humboldt, IL, Dorothy grew up in the midst of the Great Depression—a time that shaped her with a deep sense of resilience, a quiet strength, and a work ethic that simply never...
Loretta Mouser
May 30, 2025
Loretta Mouser, 76, of Bridgeport, IL, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025, at Regional Hospital in Terre Haute, IN.
Born on August 17, 1948, in Robinson, IL, Loretta grew up with a sense of purpose and a steady stride. After graduating from Robinson High School with the Class of 1966, she went on to Lockyear Business College, where she honed...
Carolyn "Kay" Whitlow
May 27, 2025
Carolyn “Kay” Whitlow, 76, of Robinson, IL, passed away on May 27, 2025, at Regional Hospital in Terre Haute, IN.
She was born on October 17, 1948, in Robinson, IL, and grew up just off the railroad tracks, where she’d run outside to wave at the passing trains. One conductor even stopped to talk to her—which just goes to show: Kay’s...
Floyd "Pup" Rinard
May 25, 2025
Floyd “Pup” Rinard, 78, of Robinson, IL, passed away on May 25, 2025, at the Linda E. White Hospice House in Evansville, IN, leaving behind a legacy of grit, grace, and gospel-centered love.
Born on November 25, 1946, in Fairfield, IL, Floyd spent his early years in Wayne and Clark Counties before graduating from Marshall High School in 1964. Just one...
Mary McIntosh
May 20, 2025
Mary McIntosh, 75, of Robinson, IL, passed away on May 20, 2025, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, IN. And while her passing leaves an ache no words can touch, her life leaves a legacy that speaks volumes.
Born June 21, 1949, in Robinson, she grew up all over—wherever her dad’s work led, the family followed. But it was back in...
Curtis Thom
May 18, 2025
There are people who can walk into a room and light it up without even trying. Curtis Martin Thom was one of those people. He was sharp and successful—yes—but more than anything, he was fun. The kind of fun that pulls people in. The kind that’s infectious, uncontainable, unforgettable. His one-of-a-kind life ended unexpectedly on May 18, 2025, when he...
Cleo Mullins Lawson
May 16, 2025
Cleo Mullins Lawson, 95, of Flat Rock, IL, passed away on Friday, May 16, 2025, at Robinson Rehab & Nursing. She was born on April 10, 1930, in Grandville Township, Jasper County, IL, and grew up in Flat Rock. She graduated from Flat Rock High School and later built a life in nearby Stoy with her husband, John Mullins, raising...
Mark Graham
May 9, 2025
Mark Graham, 55, of Willow Hill, IL, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his parents’ home on May 9, 2025. Born on Halloween—October 31, 1969—Mark was his momma’s little “goblin,” a title he wore with mischievous pride. His childhood was full of laughter, bike crashes (thanks to one persistent sidewalk hole), and stories that still echo in the hearts...
Jerry Tye
May 6, 2025
Jerry Tye, 85, of Robinson, IL, passed away on May 6, 2025, in the comfort of his home—just ten days shy of his 86th birthday. Born on May 16, 1939, in Galesburg, Jerry grew up on the family farm in Oneida, where long days and hard work laid the foundation for a work ethic that never left him. Though he...
Donald "Donnie" Ray Meeks
May 5, 2025
Donald "Donnie" Ray Meeks, 74, of Grand Junction, CO, and formerly of Robinson, IL, passed away on Monday, May 5, 2025.
Born March 1, 1951, in Robinson, Donnie was one of the many children of Oscar & Joan (Piercefield) Meeks. Life on the Gramby Place out in the country shaped him early—barefoot summers at the Embarras River, long days under the...
Ken Watts
Apr 30, 2025
There are people whose lives quietly shape the world around them—not through fame or headlines, but through steady presence, selfless service, and deep devotion to those they love. Ken Watts, who passed away peacefully on April 30, 2025, was one of those people. He was born on August 31, 1940, in Robinson, IL, and was shaped by the small-town values...
Janett Elliott
Apr 29, 2025
Janett M. Elliott, 92, of Robinson, IL, passed away on April 29, 2025, in the comfort of her home.
Born on December 14, 1932, in Robinson, she was one of fourteen children born to John Meek and Rachel (Lowrance) Meek. A lifelong resident of Robinson, Janett was no stranger to hard work. Over the years, she held positions at the local...
Caroline Stork
Apr 22, 2025
Caroline “Carol” Stork, 80, of Palestine, IL, passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at Robinson Rehab & Nursing. Carol was born on April 18, 1945, in Grape Creek, IL. The earliest chapters of her story were not easy—she and her siblings were adopted into different homes—but even from that fractured beginning, Carol became a woman marked by peace, not...
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