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William Joseph Upton

William Joseph Upton

Jul 16, 2025

William "Billy" Joseph Upton, 55 of Hartford, Kentucky, formerly of Galatia, Illinois passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2025 in Wisconsin. Billy was born on January 8, 1970 to the late James Otis and Evelyn June (Brown) Upton. 

Billy graduated Galatia High School in 1988. He went on to become a part of the Local Union 633 Plumber Pipe Fitters out of...

Sally Jones

Sally Jones

Jul 12, 2025

Sally (Mocaby) (Williams) Jones of Galatia,formerly of Poordo, Illinois, 84, passed peacefully at her home on July 12, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.

Born on September 22, 1940, Sally was a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother who cherished every moment spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She never missed an opportunity to express her love, often getting down on the floor...

Robert Eugene Boczkiewicz

Robert Eugene Boczkiewicz

Jul 3, 2025

Robert Eugene Boczkiewicz, 80, of Denver, Colorado, formerly of Galatia, Illinois passed away, Thursday, July 3, 2025 at Englewood Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center in Englewood. Robert was born on August 14, 1944 in Illinois to the late George M. and Ollie Mae (Wood) Coleman. 

Robert was brought back to his hometown and burred at Ebenezer Cemetery.

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Ella Jean Tuttle

Ella Jean Tuttle

Jun 15, 2025

Ella Jean Tuttle, 74, of Galatia, Illinois passed away Sunday, June 15, 2025, at Carbondale Memorial Hospital . Ella was born on September 22, 1950, in Harrisburg to the late Jay W. and Lela Fay (Hall) Akins.

Ella married James Floyd Tuttle on November 14,1967, at Union Grove Baptist Church. James preceded her in death on April 1, 1990. Ella Jean...

Mary Ann Heusner

Mary Ann Heusner

Mar 28, 2025

Mary Ann Heusner, 102, of Thompsonville passed away, Friday, March 28, 2025, at the Franklin County Hospital in Benton. Mary was born on March 13, 1923, in Peotone, Illinois to the late William and Sarah (Benn) Townsend. 

Mary married Glen William Heusner on February 21, 1948 in Wilton Center, IL. They spent many years on a farm in Peotone, IL. At...

Russell Dean Fisher II

Russell Dean Fisher II

Mar 22, 2025

Russell Dean Fisher II, 79, passed away Saturday, March 22, 2025, at Marion Deaconess Hospital. Russell was born April 10, 1945, in Herrin to the late Russell "Pete" and Ora "Jessie" (Kirby) Fisher. 

Russell married Ellen Harper Ham on May 6, 1999, in Marion. Russell was of Baptist faith and when he was younger attended First Baptist Church of Marion. He...

Melissa Marie Stengel

Melissa Marie Stengel

Mar 13, 2025

Melissa Marie Stengel, 44, passed away Thursday, March 13, 2025 at her home. Melissa was born on April 1, 1980. Her parents are John and Wilma Vicini.

Melissa had lived in Southern llinois her whole life. She was baptized at Church of God in Raleigh when she was younger. Melissa was always watching the weather and was an lllinois storm tracker....

Doris Ann Hearring

Doris Ann Hearring

Feb 18, 2025

Doris Ann Hearring, 81, of Flora, IL, formerly of Galatia, passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family. Doris was born on July 18, 1943, in Joliet, IL, to the late Eugene and Marie (Williams) Wallace of Galatia. 

Doris Ann married Jerry Hearring on January 21, 1966. The couple celebrated their 59th year of marriage last...

LaVern Alecci

LaVern Alecci

Feb 12, 2025

Lavern Alecci, 86 of Galatia passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2025 in Harrisburg, Illinois at Villas of Holly Brook. LaVern was born on March 22, 1938, in Harco, Illinois to the late James and Vivian (Russell) Alecci. 

Lavern married Emma Sue (Tate) on July 3, 1956 and together they shared 62 years of marriage until Sue's passing on April 21, 2018....

James Gomez Baumgart

James Gomez Baumgart

Jan 21, 2025

James Gomez Baumgart aged 60 years, a great and beloved husband, son, father, and trucker who went by “Taco”, left us unexpectedly on January 21, 2025 at 9:26 am at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, Indiana. 

Jimmy was born on May 13, 1964, in Mexico while his mother was vacationing visiting family one last time before birth. He was a resident...

Billy Ralph Moore

Billy Ralph Moore

Jan 9, 2025

Billy "Bill" Ralph Moore, 87, of Galatia,, formerly of Shawneetown, passed away January 9, 2025 at Harrisburg Medical Center. Bill was born in Shawneetown, Illinois to the late Charles and Irene (Winters) Moore. 

Bill married the love of his life, Lela Faye (Tate)  on April 5, 1959 at Tates Chapel Church in Galatia. Bill graduated from Shawneetown High School in 1956....

Alice Alemida Reed

Alice Alemida Reed

Dec 24, 2024

Alice Alemida Reed, 92, went to be with the Lord on Christmas eve at her home in Mountain Home, AR. 

Alice was born on January 6, 1932, in Thompsonville, IL to the late Rodney and Ethel (Guy) Bird. She is survived by her husband, Paul Reed, daughter Deb Hurst (Kelly), son James R. Beatty, stepson Michael Reed (Kathy), Grandchildren Justin Hurst, Aaron...

Judith Ann Trankle

Judith Ann Trankle

Dec 14, 2024

Judith Ann Trankle, 62, of Goreville, Illinois passed away Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 1:45 A.M. at her home. Judith was born in Beacon, New York to the late Harold and Anna Mary (Pardovich) Tomlins. 

Judith married Clint Trankle on June 21, 1986. She worked for Pepsi for 27 years as an Executive Secretary before she retired in 2017. Judith enjoyed...

Robert "Big Bob" Edward Anderson

Robert "Big Bob" Edward Anderson

Dec 12, 2024

Robert Edward "Big Bob" Anderson, 69, of Galatia, Illinois, formerly of Hardin County, Illinois, passed away on December 12, 2024, at 5:47 PM at IU Health University Hospital, in Indianapolis, Indiana with his daughter and son-in-law by his side.

Bob was born in Shetlerville, Illinois on October 25,1955, the son of the late Clarence "Doc" Anderson and Doris Lucille (Smock) Anderson....

Farrell Lee Davis

Farrell Lee Davis

Dec 10, 2024

Farrell Lee Davis,78, of Galatia, IL, passed away on December 10, 2024 at 12:30 PM at his home. He was born in Eldorado, Illinois on July 13, 1946, the son of the late Lee and Edith (Carter) Davis. 

He married Brenda Woodiel on April 9, 1966. He was an avid hunter with coon dogs and bird dogs. He was a builder,...

Lloyd Lavern Vaughn, Jr.

Lloyd Lavern Vaughn, Jr.

Dec 7, 2024

Lloyd Lavern Vaughn, Jr. 97, of Thompsonville, IL died on Saturday, December 7, at 11:55 a.m. at the Stonebridge Nursing Facility in Benton, IL. Lloyd was born in Franklin County, IL on February 18, 1927, the son of the late Lloyd Vaugh, Sr. and Ruby (Serles) Vaughn.

He married his wife, Hazel on March 23, 1948. His family was his pride...

William Francis Lindsey

William Francis Lindsey

Nov 19, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of William Lindsey, who departed this life on November 19, 2024, at the age of 84. Born on September 22, 1940, in Clarkton, Missouri to Reason and Sylvia (Harrison) Lindsey, Bill was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend.

Bill dedicated 42 years of his life working at Eagles Supermarket, where...

Carmen L Rude

Carmen L Rude

Nov 1, 2024

Carmen L. Rude, 93 of Galatia, IL passed away Friday, November 1, 2024 at her home. Carmen was born on October 21, 1931, in Homestead, Wisconsin to the late Roy and Irma (Pearson) Sjoquist. 

Carmen was a very giving women who loved to donate to lots of different charities. She had a huge love for shopping and reading magazines. Carmen subscribed...

Shelby Roland Fletcher

Shelby Roland Fletcher

Oct 11, 2024

Shelby Roland Fletcher, 86 of Thompsonville, IL passed away Friday, October 11, 2024, at Deaconess Midtown in Evansville, Indiana. Shelby was born on August 22, 1938, in Thompsonville to the late Glen and Lora (Grant) Fletcher. 

Shelby married Darlene Fletcher on June 27, 1959. They had been married for over 60 years at Darlene's passing in 2019. He was a very...

Loretta Marie Wood

Loretta Marie Wood

Sep 20, 2024

Loretta Marie Wood 49 of Galatia, Illinois passed away Friday, September 20, 2024, at Carbondale Memorial Hospital. Loretta was born on January 22, 1975 in Peoria, Illinois to LaDawn Wood.

Loretta loved life to the fullest. Flowers made her happy and she enjoyed gardening. Loretta was a fantastic cook and baker. It has been said that nobody will ever make a...

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