obituaries

Jul 24, 2023

Linda Theresa McGibany , 76, of Odin passed away Monday, July 24, 2023, at the Odin Health Care Center. She was born on June 21, 1947, the daughter of William Elgan and Theresa Ann (Warren) Hall. She married the love of her life, Dennis McGibany, Sr. on March 29, 1968, in Greenville and he preceded her in death on...

Jul 22, 2023

Jon Joseph Thomas of Mustang Oklahoma passed away on July 22, 2023 at Hospice House in Oklahoma City.  Jonnie Joe, as he was known until he was old enough to say, "My name is Jon", was born on October 25, 1955 to Burton and Zota  (Rich) Thomas in Centralia, IL.

He attended Central School and graduated from...

Jul 20, 2023

Leona June Martin , 93, of Centralia passed away, surrounded by the love of her family, Thursday, July 20, 2023, at her home. She was born on May 31, 1930, the daughter of Dewey Phillip and Beatrice Laura (Keith) Beal in Centralia. She married Gerald Eller on November 23, 1946, and 5 children were born to this union. He...

Jul 15, 2023

Penny Sue Spencer, 76, of Odin passed away Saturday, July 15, 2023, at her home in Odin. She was born on August 22, 1946, the daughter of Delbert and Virginia (Bregger) Turner in Centralia. She married James Spencer on July 5, 1963, in Odin and he survives her in Odin.

Along with her devoted husband of 60...

Jul 14, 2023

Mary Elizabeth "Bette" Eskew , 89, of Centralia passed away Friday, July 14, 2023, at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon. She was born on December 22, 1933, the daughter of Erie Marler and Tommie Holt.

She married James Gibson in 1951 and had two daughters, Rhonda and Brenda. They later divorced. Bette then married...

Jul 11, 2023

Bessie Smith , our beloved Yia Yia, 84, of Centralia passed away surrounded by her devoted family, Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis. She was born on April 30, 1939, the daughter of John and Bertha (Drokos) Deley in Centralia. She married the love of her life, Leroy Smith on July 30, 1961, in Centralia...

Jul 8, 2023

James Samuel "Sam" Foshee , 79, of Patoka passed away Saturday, July 8, 2023, at SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital in St. Charles, Missouri. He was born on September 20, 1943, the son of Coy and Ruby Nora (Walls) Foshee. He married Dixie Schaubert and she preceded him in death.

Survivors include his son Joe (Sarah) Foshee...

Jul 7, 2023

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Steve Zibby on July 7, 2023, in Clermont, Florida. Steve was born on May 21, 1946, in Centralia, Illinois to the late Dr. Michael H. and Bobbie Zibby.

Steve is survived by his wife Mary Jo, children: Stephen Zibby, Lisa Onorato, Matt Zibby, and Amie Zibby;...

Jun 29, 2023

William Earl Glammeyer, age 68, of Centralia, Illinois, passed away at 4:35 A.M. on Thursday, June 29, 2023, at Fireside House in Centralia, Illinois. He was born on September 28, 1954, in Centralia, Illinois, the son of Earl William and Gladys Mary (Addison) Glammeyer.

William is survived by his loving family, sisters, Ruth Graham and husband Donald...

Jun 25, 2023

Richard Ray "Razor" Nattier , 71, of Patoka passed away Sunday, June 25, 2023, at St. Louis University Hospital. He was born on February 4, 1952, the son of Floyd and Almeda (Sherill) Nattier in Vandalia. He married Debi Dodson on November 25, 1972, in St. Lawrence Church in Sandoval and she survives him in Patoka.

Along...

Jun 25, 2023

James William "Bill" Bates , 92, of Patoka passed away, surrounded by the love of his family, Sunday, June 25, 2023, at his home in Patoka. He was born on June 15, 1931, the son of Lewis Joseph and Ada Caroline (Arnold) Bates in Patoka.

Along with his devoted wife of 69 years, Marilyn Bates, survivors that...

Jun 23, 2023

Henry T. Ward Jr. , 50, of Junction City passed away Friday, June 23, 2023, at his home. He was born on June 28, 1972, the son of Henry Sr. and Ruth (Pocrnich) Ward in Effingham.

Survivors include his father, Henry Ward Sr. and Mary of St. Elmo; children, Dallas Ward and Lacy of Centralia, Ashlynn Ward,...

Jun 7, 2023

Michael Bob Bellemey Sr. , 68, of Wamac passed away, surrounded by the love of his family, Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at his home. He was born on June 21, 1954, the son of Margie (Todd) Ulrey, stepfather Joe in Centralia. He married Rebecca Comper on September 28, 1974, in Central City and she survives him in Wamac.

Jun 7, 2023

Shane Matthew Campbell , 31, of Hodges, South Carolina, formerly of Centralia passed away Wednesday, June 7, 2023. He was born on December 27, 1991, the son of David Lee and Angela Kay (Kirkland) Campbell in Centralia.

Survivors that will always remember Shane's brilliant smile include his parents, David and Angie Campbell of Centralia; his grandmother, Donna...

Jun 5, 2023

Gayle Anne (Loyd) Randall , 66, of Centralia passed away Monday, June 5, 2023, at Evelyn's House in Creve Coeur, Missouri with her family by her side. She was born on January 7, 1957, the daughter of Thomas Barney and Betty Ruth (Turner) Loyd in Centralia. She married the love of her life, Robert William Randall, on her 50th...

Jun 4, 2023

Rebecca Lynn Hammond, age 65, of Centralia, Illinois, when she took her last breath at 7:50 P.M. on Sunday, June 4, 2023, at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mount Vernon, Illinois, she was surrounded by all who loved her.  She was born on November 13, 1957, in Centralia, Illinois, the daughter of Jerry Dale and Peggy Joyce (Newborn)...

Jun 2, 2023

Stephen Andrew Williams, age 74, of Hoffman, Illinois, passed away at 3:11 P.M. on Friday, June 2, 2023, at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in Centralia, Illinois.  He was born on July 12, 1948, in Salem, Illinois, the son of Floyd "Pat" and Ava (Matthews) Williams.  He married Malinda L. Kindle on June 18, 1979, in Mount Vernon, Illinois,...

May 31, 2023

Minister Bret S. Copple , 64, of Centralia passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2023. He was born on January 12, 1959, the son of Hubert S. and Mary Joan (McGee) Copple in Centralia.

Survivors include his beloved family, his sister, Amy Qualls and husband Richard of Centralia; niece, Jessie Tolka and husband Levi of Salem; and great-nephews,...

May 21, 2023

Verna Marie Hixenbaugh , 87, of Centralia passed away Sunday, May 21, 2023, at Centralia Manor in Centralia. She was born on January 26, 1936, the daughter of Glen and Ida (Allen) Perkins in Bluford. She married the love of her life, Allen Hixenbaugh on September 21, 1971, and he preceded her in death on November 3, 2020.

May 17, 2023

Ruby Mae Dunbar , 90, of Centralia passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Centralia Manor. She was born on December 16, 1932, the daughter of Ratliff Monroe and Lillie Mae (Seay) Dyess in Loxley, Alabama. She married the love of her life, Sebern Roy "Jack" Dunbar on May 16, 1953, in Robertsdale, Alabama and he preceded her in...