Obituaries
Michael David “Mike” Smith, age 75 of Jonesboro, went home to his Lord and Savior on Monday, Feb. 16, 2026 at home surrounded by his family.
He was born June 8, 1950 in Anna, the son of William H. and Laura I. (Allen) Smith. He married Shirley Myers on April 18, 1968.
Mike is survived by his loving...
Kenneth Gene Roach, age 82 of Jonesboro, passed away, Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026.
He was born Jan. 7, 1944 in Anna, the son of Roy and Mary Belle (Coats) Roach.
He married the love of his life, Linda Lou Reynolds on July 22, 1961 in Cape Girardeau, Mo. She preceded him in death on May 12, 2021.
Kenny...
On Feb. 17, 2026, surrounded by her loving family at home, Patsy Shelby peacefully entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
She was born on Sept. 10, 1936 to Raymond and Genova (Wright) McCall of Perks, Ill.
She married Edward Shelby on July 7, 1989. He preceded her in...
James Larry Pickel, age 81 of Jonesboro, passed away peacefully on Feb. 14, 2026 at Mercy Hospital St. Louis.
He was born on June 27, 1944 in Anna, the son of John C. Pickel and Juanita (Miller) Pickel. He lived his entire life on the family farm he dearly loved, where his deep connection to the...
Nancy Lee Young, 76 of Effingham, passed away on Feb. 18, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Nancy was born Jan. 9, 1950 in Anna, the daughter of Harry and Helen (McMillion) Rosson. She married Brian Young on Nov. 11, 1972.
Nancy graduated from Anna-Jonesboro Community High School in 1968...
Rodger L. Gossett, 86, of Vienna, passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026 at the VA Medical Center in Marion, Ill.
Rodger was born May 7, 1939 the son of Robert Otis and Doris Grace (Richardson) Gossett in Eldorado, Ill. He married Janice Faye Miller on Nov. 9, 1989 in Buncombe and she preceded...
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of Lloyd Thomas (Tom) Ellison, age 83, of Tamms, Ill.
Tom was born on Monday, Aug. 10, 1942, and transitioned to be with the Lord on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026, at his home. He touched many lives with his wisdom and unwavering spirit of...
Michael Lee Estel, a devoted family man, passionate sportsman, and dedicated community servant, passed away on Feb. 7, 2026, in Carbondale, Ill. He was 81 years old.
Mike was born on Oct. 16, 1944, in National City, Calif., to Clarence and Kathlyn (Rosenberger) Estel during World War II.
A...
David Dewayne “Catfish” Wright, age 64 of Carbondale, formerly of Union County, died Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale.
He was born on Aug. 9, 1961 in Anna, the son of Wayne “Dutch” and Shirley (Walker) Wright.
David is survived by his son, Josh Wright and step-daughter,...
Pamela Sue Casper, age 71 of Carterville, formerly of Anna, died Monday, Feb. 9, 2026.
She was born on June 25, 1954 in Anna, the daughter of Waconda “Walkie” and Mary (McCommons) Casper.
Pam is survived by her sons, Ricky Shepard, Jr., Jason (Erin) Shepard and Jesse (Amy) Shepard; grandchildren,...
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