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Decatur – Judy Hogan Dougherty, 70, of Decatur, IL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 31, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Throughout her illness, she showed remarkable strength, grace, and faith, continuing to put others first and cherishing every moment with her family. Judy...

Decatur – Carol O’Brien Harding, 75, of Decatur, IL, passed away Friday, August 29, 2025, in her home surrounded by her family. Carol was born on November 27, 1949, in Taylorville, IL, the daughter of James W. and Kathryn (Abell) O’Brien. She married Joseph D. Harding on April 6, 1973, in...

Jeffrey Carl Hamilton called out, “You Have Life, Embrace it,” then bade farewell and ascended to Heavens Above Thursday morning, August 28, 2025. Bravely and selflessly he endurred 2 years of failing health. Born in Decatur, IL, March 6, 1958, the 4th of 5 children, he attended DPS and...

Barbara “Barbie” Lynn Ernst, 62, passed away on August 27, 2025, in Decatur, IL. She was born to William and Mary Ellis on October 21, 1962, in Decatur, IL.  She enjoyed thrifting, learning new things, charity, and giving to others less fortunate. She was a cosmetologist who loved sharing her...

Christopher Cox, 29, of Vandalia, IL, passed away August 23, 2025, at Springfield Memorial Hospital, after being hit by a drunk driver. He was born on January 24, 1996, in Decatur, IL, the child of Clara Cox.  Chris loved to spend time with his family and friends. Some of his favorite pastimes...

Effingham - Justin Tyler Kresin of Effingham Illinois left us too soon on August 23rd, 2025.  His passing has left a void in so many lives around him, as we will remember Born on July 5th, 1982, Justin Tyler Kresin was the son of Lori Ann Williams and Wayde Thomas Combs.  After completing high...

Betty Joan Ashford, 88, of Decatur, Illinois, passed away August 22, 2025.  Betty was born in Chicago on July 1, 1937, the daughter of Joseph and Catherine (Bausch) Haselsteiner. She married Porter Francis Ashford on October 4, 1958, in Glenview, Illinois. He preceded her in death in 2020.  Betty...

Sean Christopher Marling died unexpectedly due to complications related to a diabetic low on August 22, 2025. He will be missed by the many people across the globe impacted by his strength, determination, and integrity. Sean was born on January 21, 1970, in Columbus, Ohio to Susan Lee Hedrick and...

Forsyth – Douglas W. “Doug” Dehority, 65, of Forsyth, IL, passed away Friday, August 22, 2025. Doug was born on April 12, 1960, in Pontiac, IL, the son of William and Marilyn (Bohlander) Dehority. He grew up in El Paso, IL with his two sisters, Kim and Becky. While in high school, Doug played...

Mrs. Louise “Lou Lou” Lee O’Neal, 82, of Decatur, Illinois, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025, at Decatur Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 7, 1943, in Farrell, Mississippi, to W.D. Farmer and Jimmie Lee Haile. After completing her education,...

Dawn Brosamer, beloved wife, mother, daughter, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on July 27, 1964, to Darlene and Phillip Bohlen, Dawn grew up with a bright spirit and a gift for communication that would shape her life and touch the hearts of...

Virginia Therese Thompson, 93, of Decatur, IL, passed away at 3:25 P.M. on Monday (08-18-2025) surrounded by family. Virginia was born on April 17, 1932, in Decatur, IL, the daughter of Thomas A. Keck and Beata E. (Lorenz) Keck. She married William E. Thompson on June 30, 1951, in Decatur, IL. He...