May 3, 2026

Ardell Ralph Traeger of White Heath, Illinois, was born on September 6, 1949, in Mascoutah, Illinois, and passed away on May 3, 2026. He was surrounded by his family at the time of his death and welcomed into the arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ. He was preceded in death by his parents, Adolph and Selma Traeger of Mascoutah, Illinois....

May 3, 2026

Deborah “Debby” Jeffries (Woodrow), a lifelong resident of Covington, Indiana, passed away on May 3rd at the age of 76.

Born to the late John and Judy Woodrow, Debby remained deeply rooted in the Covington community throughout her entire life. She was a member of the Covington United Methodist Church as well as active in many community organizations over the years.

Debby...

May 3, 2026

Cheryl Lynn Kienast, 75, of Danville, IL passed away on May 3, 2026 at Goldwater Care in Danville, IL.

Cheryl was born on January 20, 1951 the daughter of Lenmore and Fern (Zirkle) Barber of Onarga, IL. She married David Lee Kienast on May 22, 1976 in Danville.

Survivors include her husband, David Kienast of Danville, IL, her children, Christopher Kienast of...

May 3, 2026

May 1, 2026

Stephen "Fatty" Paxton, born February 17, 1948, in Danville, Illinois, passed away on May 1, 2026, in Georgetown, Illinois. A dedicated heavy equipment operator, Stephen's life reflected a steadfast commitment to both his work and the community he cherished.

Fatty served honorably in the army and army reserves, a testament to his enduring sense of duty. His interests were varied and...

May 1, 2026

Richard E. Lyons came to the end of his journey with us on earth May 1st, 2026. He was born in Tilton, IL on December 28, 1937 to Julia (Lourdeau) & James Lyons whom proceeded him in death along eith his sister Gloria and 2 brothers Jim an Aimme Lyons. Also, his wife Sandra Lyons their daughter Nina Morrison and...

May 1, 2026

Danville – Regina “Gina” M. Donald-Terrell (formerly VanDeWalker), 66, of Danville passed away at 5:31 AM on Friday, May 1, 2026, at her daughter’s home. She was born on February 18, 1960, in Waukegan, IL to John Donald and Darlene Salzman. She married Donald “Don” E. Terrell on July 25, 2015, in Kennekuk County Park in Danville. He survives.

Gina is...

May 1, 2026

Danville – David Allen Jarvis, 88, of Danville, passed away at 12:50 AM on Friday, May 1, 2026, at Goldwater Care of Danville. He was born on July 12, 1937, in Blount Township to James William and Thelma Louise (Charles) Jarvis. He was first married to Marlene Sue Hoover with whom he had two children. After Marlene’s passing, David married...

Apr 30, 2026

Laura J. Shuler Battle, 72, of Champaign, left this world on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at her home. She was born at Chanute Air Force Base in Rantoul on August 1, 1953, the daughter of Clarence and Evelyn Shuler. Laura married the love of her life, Roger D. Batlle, on August 2, 1974, and they spent 48 wonderful years together...

Apr 29, 2026

Danville – Wilda I. Pierce, 82, of Danville, passed away at 10:45 AM on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana. She was born on January 4, 1944, in Danville to William and Mabel (Estock) Basinger. She married James Pierce on March 20, 1963, in Danville. He preceded her in death on January 21, 2007.

Wilda worked in...