All Obituaries

Beatrice “Bea” Gibbons, 84, of Equality, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Ferrell Hospital. Bea was born March 7, 1941, in Cave-In-Rock, Illinois. Bea was loved by many and leaves behind a legacy of kindness and memories that will live on in the hearts of those who knew her. She is survived by several daughters and sons, along with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren who cherished her deeply. She was preceded in death by her husband in 2009, and she is now reunited ...

Judith "Judy" Faye Chandler, a resident of Eldorado, was called home on February 28, 2026, at the age of 78. She was born on May 16, 1947, in Gallatin County. She spent her life dedicated to her family and friends as a devoted homemaker. Judy was the beloved wife of the late Lenwood Chandler and the cherished daughter of the late Vesta and Ray Thorne. Her gentle spirit and warm heart touched the lives of all who knew her. She leaves behind a loving family who will miss her dearly. ...

Patricia Yvonne Stovall, 83, a resident of Eldorado, passed away on February 26, 2026, at her home. Patricia was born on December 21, 1942, in Chicago to the late Vernon and Rachel (Booten) Baker. She later married James Stovall, and together they shared many happy and devoted years. Patricia was a proud homemaker who dedicated her life to caring for her family. She cherished her loved ones deeply and found her greatest joy in the time spent with them. She is survived by her loving husband, ...

Lydia Sue Stark, 73, resident of Raleigh went home to heaven Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at her residence. Lydia was born in Kankakee, Illinois on February 7, 1953 to the late William and Mary (Reese) Stark. Lydia’s family shares: “It is never easy to capture a life as vibrant as Lydia’s in words. She was the kind of person who didn't just enter a room. She commanded it with a mix of grace, grit, and a perfectly timed bit of wit. She was such a determined woman who did ...

Sarah J. Brown, 82, resident of Metropolis, formerly of Harrisburg, passed away Friday, February 6, 2026 surrounded by her friends and family. She was born February 25, 1943 to the late Kenneth and Judith Spirling. Sarah is survived by her son; James D. Murphy of Bowling green, KY, daughters; Cyndi (Duane) Johnson of Metropolis, Misti Labs of Gary, IN, brother; Charles Scott of Tennessee, grandchildren; Jessica Burnham, Richard (Elizabeth) Johnson, David (Carolyn) Miller of Laurel, IN, ...

Jeremy Joe Potts, 46, of Junction, passed away peacefully at his residence on Tuesday, February 26, 2026. Born October 26, 1979, in Harrisburg, Illinois, to Joe Potts and Debbie Jo (Lamb) Riggs. He dedicated his career to working as a coal miner, a profession that reflected his strong work ethic and unwavering commitment to providing for his family. Above all, Jeremy was a devoted and loving father whose greatest pride was his children and grandchildren. Above all, Jeremy was a devoted and ...

Grant was a wonderful and devoted father to Thomas, Jeff (Debi), Mary Ann, and Susan (Jim) Schuld, and a cherished grandfather to Matthew (Amy), Austin Schuld, and Alexa Schuld. He was also a proud great-grandfather to Viviana, Gianna Rose, and George Mings. Grant earned his bachelor’s degree in education from Southern Illinois University and proudly served his country in the United States Army. His favorite poem, The Road Not Taken by Robert Frost, beautifully reflected the way he ...

Robinella McGrath, 78, of Eldorado, IL, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026. She was born April 24, 1947, in Eldorado, IL to Gordon B. Allen and Norma Mae Allen. All who knew Robin quickly discovered that she was unlike anyone they had ever met. She was truly one of a kind - independent, courageous, kind, humbly generous, deeply empathetic, and most apparent to everyone who crossed her path, fearless. These qualities were shaped by her unique journey: born in Eldorado, IL, and raised ...

James “Jim” Melvin Gibbons, age 97, of Harrisburg, Illinois, passed away peacefully at the VA Community Living Center in Marion, Illinois on Monday, February 9, 2026. Jim was born in Eldorado, Illinois, and lived a life defined by service, hard work, and deep devotion to his family. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, June Gibbons; his children Cindie Mears and Roger Gibbons. He is survived by his daughter Roxie McMillan of Eldorado and leaves behind a proud legacy ...

Donald Lee Patton, 80, of Harrisburg, passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2026, at St. Louis University Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. Donald was born on July 1, 1945, to the late James and Dorothy Patton. In June of 1972, he married the love of his life, the former Beverly McKnight, and together they shared 54 wonderful years of marriage filled with devotion, laughter, and family. A gifted athlete in his younger years, Donald graduated from high school in Memphis, Tennessee, where he was ...