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Virgie Tutt Bassett, age 88 of Alma, passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Centralia Manor with her granddaughter by her side. Virgie was born on May 10, 1937, in Stillwater, Kentucky, the fifth child of nine brothers and sisters born to Luther W. Tutt and Mallie (Bailey) Tutt. She married Dayne Ellis Bassett on May 12, 1953, and he preceded her in death on October 10, 2020.
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Pamela M. Brown passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at the age of 74. She was born on April 7, 1951, in Centralia, IL to George Faith and Mildred (Knight) Faith. Pamela served her community with compassion and dedication as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Friendship Manor in Centralia for over 20 years. Her gentle spirit and selfless nature were evident in her lifelong commitment to the well-being of her patients.
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Patricia Joan Brake, 89, of Clay City, passed away Monday, May 12, 2025, at Axiom Gardens of Flora with her family by her side. Funeral arrangements are pending at the Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home in Centralia, where friends may inquire for additional information. Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.sutherlandfuneralhome.com or the Funeral Home’s Facebook page.
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Brenda Pennington passed away on Friday, May 9, 2025, in Centralia, Illinois, just a week shy of her 63rd birthday. Born on May 16, 1962, in Centralia, Brenda is the daughter of John Bierman and Delores (Walton) Bierman. Brenda married Mike Pennington in 1986, and he survives in Centralia.
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We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of a beloved member of our community – Allen Lee Haley of Waltonville, Illinois – a hardworking father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, and sports enthusiast. Allen was born on July 8, 1947, to Herman and Geneva Haley (Traughber) in Collinsville, Illinois. Allen was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.
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Joyce M. Brown, age 69 of Salem, passed away on Friday, May 9, 2025, at her home. Joyce was born on May 20, 1955, in Salem, Illinois, the daughter of Norman Leroy and Bertha Ethelene (Ritter) Brown. Survivors include her two daughters, Bobbie Olmsted and husband Curtis of Patoka, and Bonnie McDaneld of Salem; grandchildren, Dakota Brown, Cody Brown, Kelsey Littleton, Eric Littleton; siblings, Roy Brown and wife Sherry of Salem.
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George Roy Shelton, 93, of Opdyke, Illinois, passed away at 5:50 pm May 10, 2025, at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mount Vernon, Illinois. He was born April 16, 1932, in Pendelton Township, Illinois, to the late Raymond D. and Beulah Evelyn (Smith) Shelton. George married Coretta (Rogers) Shelton on September 12, 1953, in Mount Vernon, Illinois. They were blessed with sixty-seven years of marriage before she preceded him in death on April 14, 2021.
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Keith Stewart, 63, of Hoffman passed away Thursday, May 8, 2025, at St. Louis University Hospital. He was born on September 5, 1961, the son of Lillian Stewart and Donald Stewart. Keith was previously married to Lori Jones and to Connie Lukens, but in the end, he found lasting happiness with his life partner and best friend, Nina Scattergood.
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Calvin (Bill) Woolford, 88, of St. Augustine, Florida, formerly of Salem, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2025, with his loving wife by his side. Born and raised in Sparta, Illinois, Calvin spent his early years building a life centered around hard work and community. One of his major life accomplishments was owning and operating Woolford-Marsh Appliance Sales and Service in Salem and Centralia, Illinois, a business he took great pride in and ran with dedication from 1977-1998.
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It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Lynda Chiavario, who left this world on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at the age of 60. Born on Monday, December 21, 1964, in Centralia, Illinois, the daughter of Victor Chiavario and Bette Eskew. Lynda was a vibrant soul with a passion for music, art, and painting. She dedicated her time to being a spiritual teacher, helping others navigate life with astrology and her wise counsel.
