Obituaries

Brent Wilson

Aug 7, 2024

Brent Wilson, 55, of Willow Hill, IL, passed away unexpectedly and was found on August 7, 2024 at his home. Born on September 7, 1968, in Effingham, IL, Brent's early years were a mosaic of experiences across the United States, owing to his father's service in the Air Force. The family settled in Willow Hill after his father's retirement...

Kenneth Page Levesque Sr

Jul 31, 2024

Kenneth Page Levesque Sr., affectionately known as "Old Man" to those closest to him, passed away surrounded by his family in the comfort of his home in Robinson, IL, on July 31, 2024. His 82 years exuded a passion and love for life that was as immense as the man's innate wisdom and intelligence. Ken's story began on June...

George W. Piersall

Jul 27, 2024

George W. Piersall, 94, of Robinson, IL, passed away at 10:43 a.m. on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Ridgeview Health and Rehab Center in Oblong, IL. Born on April 5, 1930, in Annapolis, IL, he was the son of Rev. Paul L. Piersall & Phoebe Ruth (Willard) Piersall. George proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force from...

Daryl Fisher

Jul 25, 2024

CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF DARYL FISHER

JANUARY 9, 1954 - JULY 25, 2024

WHEN:

SUNDAY, AUGUST 18, 2024

STARTING AT 2:00 P.M.

WHERE:

THE WOODS EVENT CENTER

10584 N 600TH STREET, ROBINSON, IL

Starting at 2 pm,...

James A. Ellis

Jul 23, 2024

James A. Ellis, 68, of Palestine, IL, passed away on July 23, 2024 at Marshall Rehabilitation and Nursing in Marshall, IL following his battle with renal cancer. Born in Robinson, IL, on August 8, 1955, Jim lived a life that exemplified passion, hard work, and community spirit. His formative years in Palestine were filled with as many adventures as...

Pollyanna "Polly" (Petersen) Rapp

Jul 22, 2024

Pollyanna "Polly" (Petersen) Rapp died on July 22, 2024, at BridgePointe Health Campus in Vincennes, IN, at age 101. Polly was born November 18, 1922, on a farm near Spencer, Iowa. She was the second child of Peter Roy Petersen and Mary Josephine (Anderson) Petersen. She married Gus Junior Rapp in Palestine IL on May 10, 1946, who preceded...

David Wayne York

Jul 22, 2024

David Wayne York, a man known for his rugged honesty and spirited character, passed away surrounded by his family on July 22, 2024, in the comfort of his home in Robinson, IL. Born in the Oblong, IL area on September 12, 1961, David's 62 years wove a tapestry of outdoor adventures, treasured family moments, and a robust collection of...

Bryan Scott Steele

Jul 20, 2024

Bryan Scott Steele, 65, of Robinson, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at his home. He was born on October 1, 1958, in Lawrence Township, Lawrence County, IL, the son of Robert Fulton Steele & Wilma Jean (Moore) Steele, both of whom preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Patti...

Verlin Evans

Jul 19, 2024

Verlin Dale Evans, a man of unwavering kindness and gentle strength, died unexpectedly on July 19, 2024. Born on March 4, 1942, in Melrose, IL. Verlin's 82 years were a testament to the power of hard work, devotion, and compassion. Verlin's early life on the family farm in Melrose was spent milking cows and baling hay alongside his ten...

Elsie Colleen Montgomery

Jul 19, 2024

Elsie Montgomery, 89, of Flat Rock, IL, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2024, at Robinson Rehab & Nursing. She was born on January 17, 1935, in Hotchkiss, CO. Growing up, she attended a Catholic school, a foundation that would inform her compassionate spirit throughout her life. One day at the age of 19, fate led her to a...

Paula Worman

Jul 18, 2024

Paula Worman, 71, of Dieterich, Illinois, died on July 18, 2024.

She was born on February 17, 1953, in Fresno, CA, the daughter of Charles & Lillian (Coffman) Sexton, both of whom preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her siblings, Charles, Vernon, Bob, Joann, Linda, and Brenda.

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Leslie "Les" Moade

Jul 15, 2024

Leslie "Les" Moade, a cherished husband, devoted father, and doting grandfather, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by the love of his family on Monday, July 15, 2024, at the age of 72. Born on October 15, 1951, in Robinson, IL, Les lived a life marked by kindness, generosity, and a deep love for his family, friends, and...

Suzette Steele

Jul 12, 2024

Suzette Steele, age 69, of Robinson, Illinois, passed away on Friday, July 12th, 2024, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her family, following a period of declining health.

Born November 4th, 1954, on Charleston Air Force Base in Charleston, South Carolina, she was the daughter of Lawrence (Bus) Stevens and Peggy (Sackrider) Stevens....

Jerry W. Lindley

Jul 7, 2024

Jerry W. Lindley, a cherished pillar of the West Union community, beloved family man, and friend to many, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2024, at Marshall Rehab in Marshall, IL. Born on April 8, 1939, in the house he would grow up in West Union, IL, Jerry's 85 years would be marked by laughter, creativity, and an unwavering...

Phyllis Nicholas

Jul 4, 2024

Phyllis Nicholas, 91, of Hardinville, IL, passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2024, at Arbor Rose of Robinson, IL. Born in Hardinville on December 8, 1932, she was the daughter of Herman & Maxine (Burris) Martin. Phyllis would blossom into a remarkable woman who faithfully carried herself with strength, dignity, and an overwhelming love for family. Her heart found...

Morgan Sanders

Jul 3, 2024

Morgan Sanders, 91, of Hutsonville, IL, passed away in the comfort of his home on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. Born on May 30, 1933, outside of West Union, IL, his life was a tapestry woven with love, service, and the joy of simple pleasures.

He was raised in rural West Union, the son of Everett...

Milburn "Leon" Parker

Jul 1, 2024

Milburn "Leon" Parker, a man who brought joy and laughter into the lives of those around him for 83 wonderful years, passed away on July 1, 2024, at Casey Health Care Center in Casey, IL. Born on November 5, 1940, in Dawson Springs, KY, his youth was spent among the landscape of the rural Flat Rock area. On February...

Donna F. Davis

Jun 27, 2024

Donna F. Davis, age 67, of York, IL, passed at her home on June 27, 2024, after a long battle with Covid.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Nelson P. Teeters of York, IL; her parents, Jesse and Arleenes Davis of York, IL; her infant brother, Donald E. Davis of York IL; her...

Martha Louise Weger

Jun 24, 2024

Martha Louise Weger, 89, of Robinson, IL, passed away on June 24th in Brownsburg, IN, in the home of her daughter and son-in-law.

Louise was born on June 4th, 1935, at the home of her parents, Grace Hart Misner and Darrell Misner, in Crawford County, Illinois. She married Larry Dean Weger on February 4, 1955,...

Terry Birchfield

Jun 20, 2024

Terry Birchfield, 65, of rural Marshall, IL, passed away surrounded by his family in the comfort of his home on June 20, 2024. He was born on October 15, 1958, in Terre Haute, IN, the son of Philip B. Birchfield & Della Mae (Taylor) Birchfield, both of whom preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by...