All Obituaries

Nina Fay Patton, 86, of Eldorado, passed away on July 23, 2026, in Evansville, Indiana. Born on November 11, 1939, in Eagle Creek, Nina was the daughter of the late Logan and Catherine "Lucy" (Hobbs) Woods. She worked as a hairdresser for many years and attended the Methodist Church in Equality. Nina will be remembered for her kind heart, dedication to her family, and the many friendships she made throughout her life. She is survived by her loving husband, Dewey Churchill Johnson; ...

Carmen Lampert, 73, of Eldorado, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Eldorado Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born on May 21, 1953, in Rosiclare, Illinois, to the late Hershel and Joanne (Fisher) Belford. Carmen is survived by her devoted husband, Dennis Lampert; her daughter, Chris (Rich) Cox; her stepdaughter, Tami Jackson; her sisters, Virginia Sinclair, Wanda Ashby, and Terry (Joe) Blavesciunas; her brothers, Bishop (Vicki) Belford, Wayne (Karen) Belford, and ...

Linda E. Matuck, 83, of Harrisburg, IL, died on July 23, 2026, peacefully in her sleep at Axiom Healthcare Nursing Home. She was preceded in death by her mother and father (Rosella May Meadows and Eugene R. Turner), as well as her daughter Dawn Satterfield; her sons George Matuck, Donald Matuck, and David Matuck. She is survived by her son Michael Matuck (Sharon Matuck, daughter-in-law); sister Jackie; several grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great-grandkids; and her in-law Alice Hall. Linda ...

Troy James Robert “Bob” Young, age 78, of Eldorado, Illinois, peacefully entered into the arms of his Lord and Savior at 8:52 p.m. on Saturday, July 18, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Bob was born on December 2, 1947, in Eldorado, Illinois, the son of Curtis “Bubbis” Young and Madaline (Short) Young. On June 13, 1969, he married the love of his life, Alma Lou Duncan. Together they shared more than 57 wonderful years of marriage and were blessed with two ...

Grace Esther Ham, 69, of Harrisburg, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at Axiom Health Care in Harrisburg. Grace was born on February 5, 1957, in Benton to the late Cleo and Leora (Kirby) Ham. She is survived by her adopted daughter, Jackie Ruiz of Alto Pass; her sister, Kim (Shawn) Rings of Logan; her brother, Casey (Tara) Parks of Thompsonville; her grandchildren, Allison and Kaitlin; a great-grandchild on the way, who will be named Grace in her honor; and her lifelong friend, ...

Rose Marie Newcomb, 84, of Carrier Mills, Illinois, passed away on July 21, 2026, in Evansville, Indiana. Rose was born on January 1, 1942, in Sycamore, Illinois, to the late Walter and Marie (Heyob) Phillips. She dedicated many years of service as a custodian at Southeastern Illinois Community College, where she was known for her hard work and commitment. She is survived by her daughters, Susan Howard and Lisa (Tom) McGovern; her son, Walter "Gus" Harmon; her sister, Laura (Rick) ...

Rev. James R. "Bud" Hubbard, beloved father, age 83, of Junction, IL, peacefully entered eternal rest with his Savior and Lord on 7/17/2026 at his home, surrounded by his wife and loving family. Bud was born on May 17, 1943, in Hardin County to the late James W. and Jaunita Hubbard. He proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He later received an honorable discharge. Bud worked for Peabody Coal Company for 22 years before retiring. In addition to his career ...

Gerald Kenneth Mitchell, 53, resident of Muddy passed away Monday, July 13, 2026 at his residence. Gerald was born October 28, 1972 in Colorado Springs, CO to the Lesley G. Mitchell and Vera L. (Wheeler). Gerald is survived by his mother Vera, six children; Alex Mitchell, Nicholas Mitchell, Jonathan Mitchell, Kendra Mitchell, Karley Mitchell, Kayla Mitchell, a sister; Cindy E. Wheeler of Carrier Mills and three grandchildren. In addition to his father he was preceded in death by a brother ...

Wanda M. Thomas, 75, resident of Harrisburg, passed away at her residence on Monday, July 12, 2026. She was born October 10, 1950 in Harrisburg, Illinois to the late Therman and Ruby (Teal) Yarber. She was married to Larry Thomas and they spent many happy years together until his passing in 2017. She is survived by several siblings, nieces, nephews, and cousins. In accordance with Wanda’s wishes, interment will be private. Condolences and expressions of sympathy may be sent to the ...

William Arlin Unthank, 64, of Walsh, Illinois, passed away Friday, June 26, 2026, at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. He was born in Harrisburg, Illinois, on August 21, 1961, to the late George William Unthank and Emma Lucille (Parker) Unthank. William worked as a carpenter for many years, taking great pride in his craft and the work of his hands. He was known for his strong work ethic and the satisfaction he found in building and creating things that would last. William loved riding ...