Steve Zibby
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;...
William Earl Glammeyer
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...
Ray Nattier
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...
Bill Bates
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...
Henry T. Ward Jr.
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,...
Michael Bob Bellemey Sr.
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.
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Shane Matthew Campbell
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...
Gayle Anne (Loyd) Randall
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...
Rebecca Lynn (Edmonson) Hammond
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)...
Stephen Andrew Williams
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,...
Bret Copple
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,...
Verna Marie Hixenbaugh
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.
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Ruby Mae Dunbar
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...
Judy Krietemeyer
May 15, 2023
Judith Ann "Judy" Krietemeyer , 80, of Walnut Hill passed away Monday, May 15, 2023, surrounded by the love of her family at her home in Walnut Hill. She was born on August 27, 1942, the daughter of Ivan Glenn and Betty Jane (Carroll) McPhail in Centralia. She married Jimmy August Krietemeyer on August 1, 1981, in Centralia and...
Martha Ann Bradford
May 13, 2023
Martha Ann Bradford , 73, of Centralia passed away Saturday, May 13, 2023, at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in Centralia. She was born on December 25, 1949, the daughter of Clorse and Helen "Louise" (Worlds) Bradford in Centralia.
Survivors that will hold memories of Martha dear to their hearts include her son, Ronnie Bradford of Michigan;...
Nancy May (Melton) Gibson
May 12, 2023
Nancy May Gibson passed peacefully to her next life on Friday, May 12, 2023, at Christian Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri, surrounded by her loved ones. Nancy was born on April 10, 1951, in Centralia, Illinois, to Charles Jackson and Florence May (Shaw) Melton. She attended Centralia Township High School and spent her lifetime in southern Illinois as a...
Brandi Kretzer
May 9, 2023
Brandi Kretzer , 33, of Vandalia passed away Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at her home. She was born on September 24, 1989, the daughter of Hank and Valerie (Miller) Williams in Centralia. She married her love and best friend, Wesley Kretzer on May 13, 2017, in Vernon and he survives her in Vandalia.
Along with her husband,...
Richard L. Gerrish
May 8, 2023
Richard L. Gerrish , 61 of Patoka passed away Monday, May 8, 2023, at Carlyle Healthcare Center. He was born on July 7, 1961, the son of Carl and Rebecca (Murray) Gerrish in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Survivors that will remember Richard's kind, calm spirit include his beloved family, his children, Levi A. Gerrish and Amber of...
Dorotha P. Schiller
May 8, 2023
Dorotha P. Schiller , 101, of Centralia passed away Sunday, November 27, 2022, at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in Centralia. She was born on May 24, 1921, the daughter of George and Edna (Styer) Tuel in Centralia. She married Arthur "Bert" Schiller on January 25, 1975, and he preceded her in death on November 5, 1993.
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Terry Lynn Weinberger
May 4, 2023
Terry Lynn Weinberger went to Heaven on May 4, 2023. She was 59, born on November 23, 1963.
She is survived by her mother, Emma Knipping and her father, Richard Knipping; her brother, Joe Weinberger; her sisters, Debbie and husband Jerry Tarlton, Kristi and husband Karl Hammer, Lisa and husband Dennis Cain, and Kim and husband Zach...
