All Obituaries

Mary E. (Payne) Blood, of Coulterville, IL, formerly of Ina, IL, was welcomed to her Heavenly home on Sunday, April 28, 2024 at the age of 89.   Mary was born on April 11, 1935 in Washington D.C. to Floyd and Florence Hester.   She married H. Marvin Payne on April 19, 1952 and together they were blessed with four children: Marvin E. (Sock) Payne & wife Millie Linda McMaster Jeff Payne Anne Fullerton & husband Mike   In addition to her children, surviving Mary...

Charles R. Banes, 43, of Ina, Illinois flew peacefully into Heaven on April 26, 2024 at 7:24 P.M. He was surrounded by his loved ones. Charles R. Banes was born to Coetta J. (Crowder) Banes & Elbert H. Banes on May 19, 1980 in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. He loved working for Mondo's Pressure Washing & Lawn Service. Partners in crime for life. He is survived by his fiancèe LeAnna Hall and their 2 children Kylie & Charles Banes. His mother Jane Banes, mother-in-law-Tammy Page,...

Odel William Moore, 37, of Mt. Vernon passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024. He Odelwas born in Mt. Vernon, IL on August 6, 1986 the son of Stanley Moore & Melody (Hays). William was a Handyman, he liked to do odd jobs. He is survived by his: Father: Stanley Moore Twin Brother: Odel Ernest Moore An Uncle Several half-Brothers & a half Sister He was preceded in death by his Mother. A Graveside service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Wednesday, April 24th at the Kirk Cemetery...

Brenda Jo (Dalby) Kash, 82, of Bonnie, IL, passed away peacefully at her home holding her husband's hand, at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, April 1, 2024. She was born December 3, 1941 in Ina, IL to the late Richard and Mae Dalby. Brenda married Wayne Kash on April 29, 1960 and they enjoyed nearly 64 years of marriage. In addition to her loving husband, Brenda is survived by her daughters, Debra (Greg) Harvey of Bonnie, Karen (Jeff) Moore of Bonnie, and Stacey (Brian) Klingler of Waltonville. She...

Mark Tracy Bruce, 66, of Evansville, Indiana, formerly of Mt. Vernon, Illinois passed away at 2:30 P.M. on Monday, February 19, 2024 at Linda White Hospice in Evansville, Indiana. He was born January 11, 1958 in Jefferson County, Illinois to the late Charles and Barbara (Martin) Bruce. Mark is survived by his:   Daughter: Rylie Bruce (Kyle) and their children, Finnick and Kohen   Stepdaughters: Kristin (Scott) White and their children, Colin and Dylan Karlee (Nathan) Strode...

Joyce Emily [Holman] Gilbert, 83, of Effingham, IL passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at Stonebridge Senior Living Center in Benton, IL. She was born June 8, 1940 in Ewing, IL, to Edgar and Rosie Fern Holman.  She married William P. Gilbert on May 19, 1957 in Mt. Vernon, IL. She is survived by four children; Russell and Sally (Winn) Gilbert of St. Elmo, IL; Doug and Vickie Munton of O’Fallon, IL; Dave and Terri (Stephens) of Effingham, IL; John and Lisa Loy of Effingham,...

BRUCE EDWARD CRAWFORD, 81, of Mt. Vernon, IL passed away on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024 at Crossroads Community Hospital. He was born on January 14, 1943 at home, the son of Glenn & Neala (Shelton) Crawford. Bruce is survived by 1 daughter: Kelly and husband Travis Milburn of Indianapolis, Indiana, 2 grandsons:  Dylan and Gavin Milburn.   2 brothers: Paul Crawford of Mt. Vernon, David Crawford and wife Debbie of Bonnie, IL, 1 sister:  Roseanna Elliston of Mt. Vernon, and...

Barbara Jane Dockery (nee Droll) passed away peacefully on January 30, 2024, at the age of 92 in Concord, CA. She was born on May 29, 1931, in Franklin County, Illinois. Barbara was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Barbara was a kind and extraordinary woman who touched the lives of many. She moved from Indiana to California to help Pam raise her 3 children. She was a long-time employee at Chevron Headquarters in San Francisco until her retirement. She...

Rosalee Fryar, 85, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2024, in Mt. Vernon, IL.  She was born on October 9, 1938, in Ina, IL to Joseph & Veneta (Tyler) Kohut.  Rosalee enjoyed her time at Heritage Woods, where she had her own apartment and cherished her independence. She formed many meaningful friendships with fellow residents over the years and often reminisced about the good old days. Mrs. Fryar is Survived by daughter Debi Morgan and husband Charlie of Bonnie, sons Jerry...

Robert G. Bradley, Jr., 57, of Dix passed away Saturday morning December 30, 2023. He was born in Rockford, IL on July 2, 1966 the son of Robert G. Bradley, Sr. & Linda (Daugherty) Bradley. Mr. Bradley was an LPN, he enjoyed gardening and he loved his Seventh Day Adventist Church family. He was married to Charlotte Ann (Shaw) Bradley. Mr. Bradley is survived by his: Son: Aaron Bradley of Dix Step-Daughter Kristina Gosney of Mt. Vernon A dear friend who was like a son: Cody Lister...