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Area Obituaries

Michael Cunningham

Michael Hunt Cunningham (9/13/1949 – 8/16/2025) – A devoted husband, an outstanding father, a loving brother, a giving uncle, and a cherished friend. Michael was known for his smile, humor, and love of family and the outdoors. His life was full of many successes, but his role as a loving husband and adoring father were…

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Larry Bailey

Larry W. Bailey, 79, of Cerro Gordo, IL, passed away in the early hours of August 21, 2025, at Piatt County Nursing Home in Monticello. Graveside service will be 10:00 AM, Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at Cerro Gordo Cemetery with military honors by the US Navy and Cerro Gordo American Legion Post #117.  Brintlinger and Earl…

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Sandy Jean

In Loving Memory of Sandra “Sandy” Kay Jean December 28, 1942 – August 5, 2025 It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Sandra “Sandy” Kay Jean (née Alumbaugh) on August 5, 2025, in Mesa, Arizona. Sandy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend whose warmth and laughter touched many lives.…

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Phyllis Rogers

Phyllis Jean Rogers, 87, of Arcola, IL passed away peacefully at 10:22 PM on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at her granddaughter’s residence. Phyllis requested no services, so the family is honoring her wishes and no formal services will be held. Phyllis was born on June 21, 1938 in Tuscola, IL.  She was a daughter of…

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Tony Scribner

Tony Roy Scribner, 65, of Tuscola, passed away on Sunday, August 17. He was born September 28, 1959 in Urbana, to Janet Endsley and Jerry Scribner.  Tony graduated from Centennial High School in 1977. He began his career working in his father’s grocery stores and was assigned to the Tuscola IGA, where he met the…

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Dave Tiffan

David Carl Tiffan, 78, of Arthur, IL passed away at 4:45 P.M. on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL. Visitation will be held from 2:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Penn Station, 122 East Progress St. in Arthur, IL. A celebration of Dave’s life will…

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Herschel Massie

Leonard Herschel Massie, 81, of Lovington, IL passed away at 2:44 PM on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at his residence. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM on Saturday, August 23, 2025 at the Edwards Funeral Home, 221 East Main St., Arcola, IL.  Burial will follow in the Hugo Cemetery.  Visitation will be held…

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Frank Hubner

Frank W. Hubner, 80, of Mattoon, IL passed away at 9:36 AM on Sunday, August 17, 2025 at Willow Breeze Hospice House in Mattoon, IL. A service to honor Frank’s life will be held at 7:00 PM on Saturday, August 23, 2025 at the Edwards Funeral Home, 221 East Main St., Arcola, IL.  The family…

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Patrick O’Laughlin

Patrick E. O’Laughlin, 77 of Rockford, formerly of Tuscola, passed away on Tuesday evening, August 12, 2025 at Javon Bea Hospital, Rockford, IL Military Services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, August 18, 2025 at the Danville National Cemetery, Danville, IL. Visitation will be held from1 to 3 p.m., Sunday, August 17, 2025 at…

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Rick Good

Rick Good, 68 of Arcola, IL passed away at 6:32 AM on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at Mattoon Health Care and Rehab.  A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at the Edwards Funeral Home, 221 East Main St., Arcola, IL.  Pastor Bill Ramsey will officiate. Burial will follow…

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