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Local Obituaries for Macz Funeral Homes


Donald Lee Larry Whipple

Donald Lee Larry Whipple

Feb 13, 2024

Donald Lee Larry "Squirrel" Whipple, age 60, of Mount Vernon, Illinois, peacefully passed away at 8:30 A.M. on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at his sister's home in Centralia, Illinois. He was born on March 30, 1963, in Nashville, Illinois, the son of Orville Lee and Peggy Elizabeth (Darnell) Whipple.   He married Stacey Dees on October 16, 2009 in Mount...

Reginald Moore

Reginald Moore

Feb 5, 2024

Reginald Andrew "Reggie" Moore , 62, of Centralia passed away Monday, February 5, 2024, at Bryan Manor in Centralia. He was born on January 27, 1962, the son of William H. and Loretta (Johnson) Moore in Harvey, Illinois.

A celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Online condolences and memories of Reggie may...

George "Gene" Eugene Dycus

George "Gene" Eugene Dycus

Feb 5, 2024

George Eugene "Gene" Dycus, age 75, of Centralia, Illinois, peacefully passed away at 7:50 A.M. on Monday, February 5, 2024, surrounded by family and friends, at his home in Centralia, Illinois.

He was born on July 30, 1948, in Centralia, Illinois, the son of George Donald "Don" and Ruth Ida (Faulkner) Dycus.

Gene is survived...

Eric Michael Miranda

Eric Michael Miranda

Feb 1, 2024

Eric Michael Miranda , 35, of Centralia passed away Thursday, February 1, 2024. He was born on January 25, 1989, the son of Daniel Miranda and Misti Brashear-Finney in Centralia. He was engaged to be married to his beloved, Amber Moore on April 13, 2024.

Survivors that will forever keep Eric's memory alive in their hearts include...

Jackie Overturf

Jackie Overturf

Jan 30, 2024

Jacqueline Jean "Jackie" Overturf , 89, of Sandoval passed away Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at Carlyle Healthcare and Senior Living. She was born on April 27, 1934, the daughter of Carl and Mildred (Jansen) Horst in Walnut Hill. She married Robert Overturf on February 4, 1952, in Centralia, IL and 4 children were born of this union.

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Donna Jean (Mays)  Mclellan

Donna Jean (Mays) Mclellan

Jan 29, 2024

Donna Jean McLellan, age 67, of Centralia, Illinois, passed away unexpectedly at 10:27 A.M. on Monday, January 29, 2024, at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mount Vernon, Illinois.

She was born on July 18, 1956, in Bloomington, Illinois, the daughter of  Vera Marcella Mays.

Donna is  survived by her loving family; daughter, Melissa Adams...

Marjorie Ann Bohlmann

Marjorie Ann Bohlmann

Jan 29, 2024

Marjorie Ann Bohlmann , 81, of Centralia passed away peacefully, Monday, January 29, 2024, at SSM St. Mary's Hospital in Centralia. She was born on August 22, 1942, the daughter of Ervin Henry and Marie Pauline (Abbe) Kimmel in Blue Island, Illinois. She married the love of her life and best friend, Gerard Bohlmann on November 30, 1963, at...

William Lee Grimes

William Lee Grimes

Jan 23, 2024

William Lee Grimes , 59, of Sandoval passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in Centralia. He was born on July 10, 1964, the son of Bobby Lee and Martha (Ditto) Grimes in Centralia.

Survivors include his children, Jennifer (Timothy) Senn of Alabama, Justin Grimes of Vandalia, Brandon Grimes of Iuka, and...

Baker Ray Brothers

Baker Ray Brothers

Jan 19, 2024

Baker Ray Brothers , precious infant son of Jacob Brothers and Naomi Keller was gently carried to Heaven in the arms of the angels, Friday, January 19, 2024. Born on January 11, 2024, he brought a light into the world that no one will forget.

Surviving sweet baby Baker are his parents, his father, Jacob "Jake" Brothers;...

Beth (Roe)  Hoekstra

Beth (Roe) Hoekstra

Jan 19, 2024

Beth Hoekstra, 92, of Centralia passed away Friday, January 19, 2024, at HSHS St. Anthony's Hospital in Effingham. The youngest of five siblings, she was born on February 1, 1931, the daughter of Roy and Ona (Gass) Roe in Vandalia. She married the love of her life, Henry William "Bill" Hoekstra on March 9, 1951, in Filmore, and he...

Mary Ethel Carter

Mary Ethel Carter

Jan 11, 2024

Mary Ethel Carter , 72, of Sandoval passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, Thursday, January 11, 2024, at her home. She was born on November 4, 1951, the oldest child of five, daughter of George Jr. and Elizabeth (Rogler) Thrall in New York.

Survivors who will mourn the loss of this lovely lady...

Myrna G. Nez

Myrna G. Nez

Jan 7, 2024

Myrna G. Nez, 80, of Centralia passed away Sunday, January 7, 2024. She was born on September 22, 1943, the daughter of LeeRoy and Virginia (Gibbs) Luttrell. She married the love of her life, Walter Nez, and he survives her in Centralia.

Along with her husband, Walter Nez, Myrna is survived by her brother, Mark Luttrell and...

James David "Jd" Williams

James David "Jd" Williams

Jan 6, 2024

James David "JD" Williams, 83, of Patoka, IL passed away Saturday, January 6, 2024, at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in centralia. He was born on May 29, 1940, the son of David LeRoy and Lois A. (Stephens) Williams in Peoria. He married Bobbie Dee Blakley at Patoka on May 30, 1992, and she preceded him in death in...

Rick Spencer Jr.

Rick Spencer Jr.

Jan 5, 2024

Richard "Rick" Spencer Jr ., 63, of Salem passed away Friday, January 5, 2024, at his daughter's home in Centralia, surrounded by his devoted family. He was born on January 8, 1960, the son of Richard Sr. and Nona Kay (Jones) Spencer in Salem.

Survivors who will remember Rick as the "rock" of his family include his...

Rhea J. (Wilcox)  Hoover

Rhea J. (Wilcox) Hoover

Jan 5, 2024

Rhea J. Hoover, 87, of Odin passed away Friday, January 5, 2024, at Odin Health Care Center. She was born on September 8, 1936, the daughter of Frank Edmund and Stella Esta (Laughery) Wilcox in Elk Lick close to West Union, West Virginia. She married Howard C. Hoover on June 5, 1953, in Flora and he precedes her in...

Mila J. Forehand

Mila J. Forehand

Jan 4, 2024

Mila J. Forehand , 86, of Patoka passed away Thursday, January 4, 2024, at Fayette County Hospital Long Term Care. She was born on March 15, 1937, the daughter of Raymond and Helen (Thompson) Caudle in Marion County. She married Wesley "Wes" Cain, they later divorced, and he preceded her in death on November 16, 2021. She married Paul...

Judy Wessling

Judy Wessling

Jan 3, 2024

Judith Lorraine "Judy" Wessling , 85, of Sandoval passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in Centralia. The world began a brighter place when she was born on December 20, 1938, the daughter of Howard E. and Lena A. (Kaehler) Warren in Sandoval. She married William Dean Deadmond on April 22, 1955, and he...

Ronald Glen Evans

Ronald Glen Evans

Jan 3, 2024

Ronald Glen Evans , 85, of Centralia, passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at his home. He was born May 20, 1938, in Salem, IL, the son of Francis (Evans) Albert. He married Judy (Lyons) Evans on December 12, 1990, in Henderson, KY and she survives him in Centralia.

In addition to his wife, He is survived...

Robert “Bobby” William Randall Jr.

Robert “Bobby” William Randall Jr.

Dec 31, 2023

Robert "Bobby" William Randall Jr. , 68, of Centralia passed away Sunday, December 31, 2023, peacefully in his sleep. He was born on October 28, 1955, the son of Robert Sr. and Wilma (Heytz) Randall in Modesto, California. He married his best friend, co-driver, and love of his life, Gayle Anne Loyd, on her 50th birthday, January 7, 2007,...

Margaret Virginia Cox

Margaret Virginia Cox

Dec 29, 2023

On Friday, December 29, 2023, Margaret "Marge" Cox entered eternal rest at Odin Care Center. She was born November 27, 1921 to Lawrence and Irma Meyer. She married William G. "Bill" Cox and together they had one daughter, Renee (Cox) Hennessy and she survives in Centralia along with several nieces and nephews.

Marge and her late brother,...

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