Area Obituaries
Danny Bodoh
Daniel L. Bodoh, 59, of Tuscola, passed away on Saturday afternoon, September 23, 2023. Arrangements are pending at the Hilligoss Shrader Funeral Home, Tuscola.
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Richard Dale “Dick” Crouse, 86, of Villa Grove, passed away at 3:44 p.m. on Sunday, September 10, 2023, at Pleasant Meadows Senior Living in Chrisman. Dick was born on October 15, 1936, in Homer. He was the son of Jim and Gladys (Hilborn) Crouse. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Deliece (Woodall)…
Read MoreJanice Sylvester
Janice Rae Sylvester, 70, of Mattoon, formerly of Arcola, passed away at 1:58 a.m. on Thursday, September 21, 2023, at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center in Mattoon. Private family services will be held. Janice was born on November 16, 1952, in Tuscola. She was a daughter of Howard Russell and Viola (Burch) Harris. She married Virgil…
Read MoreRoger Reed
Roger L. Reed, 82, of Neoga, passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2023. Per his request, no services will be held. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Edith and Charles Reed; and his first wife, Sheila. He is survived by his wife…
Read MoreJohn Redden
John W. Redden, 92, passed away on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at the Odd Fellow-Rebekah Home in Mattoon. John was born to William and Sarah (Brown) Redden on April 3, 1931, in Arcola. He married Anna Mary Patton on August 10, 1952, in Garrett. He is survived by four children, Susan Harvey, Rob (Esther) Redden, Joe…
Read MoreRita Goodman
Rita Jane Goodman, 85, of Arthur, passed away at 10:04 a.m. on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at the Arthur Home. Visitation was held Thursday, September 21, at the Vine Street Christian Church, Arthur. Funeral services were held Friday, September 22, at the church. Burial was in the Arthur Cemetery. The Edwards Funeral Home assisted with arrangements. Rita…
Read MoreCarolyn McCrory
Carolyn Sue (Crabtree) McCrory, 84, of Tuscola, passed away at home the afternoon of September 19, 2023. Per Carolyn’s wishes, private graveside services will be held for immediate family. For those who wished to visit the family and celebrate Carolyn’s life, a luncheon was held on Friday, September 22, at United Church of Christ, Tuscola.…
Read MoreLeatha Romine
Leatha P. Romine, 97, of Tuscola, formerly of Brocton, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at 8:11 a.m., Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at Brookstone Estates, Tuscola. Graveside services were held Monday, September 18, at the Mackville Cemetery, Atwood, with the Rev. Jerry Conner officiating. Leatha was born on July 9, 1926, in Ridge Farm, the daughter of Luther and…
Read MoreMary Doak
Mary Elizabeth Doak, 89, of Arcola, passed away at 1:10 a.m. on Wednesday, September 6, 2023, at the Arthur Home. A memorial service will be held at a later date. The Edwards Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements. Mary was born on July 12, 1934, in Scottsville, Ky. She was the daughter of Jack and Sarah…
Read MoreRita Saunders
Rita Ann Saunders, 78, of Arcola, passed away at 11:35 p.m. on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at her residence. Visitation was held Monday, September 18, at the Edwards Funeral Home, Arcola. Funeral services were held Tuesday morning, September 19, at the funeral home. The Rev. Kent Conover officiated. Burial was in the Arcola Cemetery. Rita…
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