Obituaries

Gene East, 83, of Quincy, passed away at 5:40 am Saturday, May 4, 2024 at Illinois Veterans Home in Quincy, IL. Born on April 17, 1941, in La Grange, MO, Gene was the cherished son of Bill and Wilma (Tuttle) East. His life was a testament to his strong work ethic, his unwavering faith, and…

With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to Gary Wayne Fansler, who passed away on May 8, 2024, at 8:05pm in Quincy, Illinois at his home surrounded by loved ones for his final breath. He succumbed from multiple health conditions and the most challenging being cardiomyopathy. He was born June 13, 1954 in Shelbyville, Indiana to…

Donald G. McNay 73, of Quincy, IL, passed away at 3:02am Thursday, May 2, 2024 in Orlando, Florida. Don was born January 18, 1951, in Quincy, IL to George & Hazel (Koenig) McNay. He was married to Linda L. (Jones) McNay on January 12, 1973, at Salem Evangelical United Church of Christ in Quincy, IL.…

Sherri Sue Mason, 65, of Quincy, passed away at 6:08 am Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. Sherri was born May 16, 1958, in Hull, IL to Constance Sue Throne. She was married to Larry D. Mason on September 8, 1991 in Quincy, IL. He survives. Other survivors include her children,…

Dennis D. Fischer, 78, of Quincy, passed away at 11:27 pm Monday, April 29, 2024, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. Dennis was born December 27, 1945, in Quincy, IL to Frank and Marie (Mennel) Fischer. Dennis was united in marriage to the love of his life, Mona (McGinnis) Fischer, on April 28, 1979, at…

Tanya C. Rockwell, 46, of Quincy, passed away April 24, 2024, at her home in Quincy, IL. A Graveside Service will be 10:00 am Friday, May 3, 2024, at the Calvary Cemetery in Quincy, IL. Rev. Tim Woodard will officiate. Tanya was born June 12, 1977, in Quincy, IL to Jerry and Sharon (Gustafson) Rockwell.…

Merle W. Jacobs passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on April 28, 2024 in his cherished hometown of Quincy, IL, where he lived the majority of his life. Merle was born on April 9, 1931, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL, to Fred and Florence (Brown) Jacobs. He was the oldest of four children.…

Johnny Lee Rudicil, age 77, of Quincy, IL passed away, Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 7:40 p.m. at his home in Quincy. He was born September 6, 1946 in Gorin, MO a son of George W. and Dorothy H Randolph Rudicil. He married Linda Lou Hodges in Canton, MO on June 15, 1968. She survives.…

Judy Gleaton Connell Smith, 79, born December 1, 1944, a lifelong resident of Plant City, Fla., died peacefully April 22, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, James “Jim” H. Connell; and her parents, W.L. “Bill” and Magaline Jent Gleaton She is survived by her husband…

Melvin D. Cheney, 63, of Quincy, passed away at 2:18 pm Sunday, April 21, 2024. Born on March 30, 1961, in Quincy, IL, Melvin was the beloved son of Seldon “Dean” and Myrtle (Shuler) Cheney. His life was a testament to the love and joy he brought to those around him. On May 16, 1981,…

Memorial services for Robert Lee Clithero, 88, of Vandalia, will be at 11:00 AM Wednesday April 24, 2024 at Bienhoff Funeral Home in Vandalia with Reverend Linda Potter officiating. Burial with full military honors will follow in Evergreen Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Mr. Clithero…

RONDA PAULINE PHILLIPS Mrs. Ronda P. Phillips, age 61, of Quincy, IL passed away Sunday, April 14, 2024, at 12:32 p.m. at Blessing Hospital in Quincy. She was born February 1, 1963, in Hannibal, MO, a daughter of Oscar Wayne Brumbaugh and Patsy Ann (Brumbaugh) Raleigh. She married Timothy Dale Phillips on June 30, 1984…

Aedan M. Denum, 32, passed away on April 8, 2024 in Quincy, IL. Aedan was the cherished son of Susan Plonka and Michael Denum (Shera), brother of Schaenon (Nathan) Elbus of Quincy and Maelan Denum of Denver, CO., step-brother of Ross Lee and Justine (Zach) Wright, grandson of William (late Frances) Denum of Quincy and…

Services for Fern Hanson, 96, of Vandalia, will be held at 1:00 PM Thursday, April 18,2024 at Bienhoff Funeral Home in Vandalia, with Pastor Jamie Franke officiating. Burial will follow in the Evergreen Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the funeral home. Mrs. Hanson passed away at 10:40…

Mark C. Klingler, 67, of Quincy, passed away at 8:10 am Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. Born to Wilfred “Bill” and Nadine (Disselhorst) Klingler, Mark was a cherished sibling to his sister, Carol Klingler of Ocala, FL. He held a special place in his heart for his aunt, Ruth Disselhorst,…

Ethel Marie DeVerger, 78, of Plainville, passed away at 3:23 pm Friday, April 5, 2024, at her home in Plainville, IL. Ethel was born October 1, 1945, in Quincy, IL to John and Rosie (Crim) Smith. Ethel’s journey began as a bright student at Payson High School. She graduated as valedictorian in 1964, setting the…

Allen “Kent” Stockton, 95, of Quincy, Illinois, passed away Sunday, March 24, 2024, at the Good Samaritan Home. Kent was born December 12, 1928, in Quincy, IL to Allen and Marie (Kent) Stockton. Kent graduated from Quincy High School in 1946, then enlisted in the U.S. Airforce. He served in Morocco during the Korean War.…

John Joseph Feeney, known affectionately as John, passed away peacefully at his home in Quincy, IL, on March 18, 2024. Born on May 22, 1977, in Davenport, IA, John’s life was marked by unwavering dedication to his family, a spirited sense of humor, and a loving heart that touched all who knew him. John was…

Judith A. Iler, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2024, in Quincy, IL, at the age of 82. Born on November 27, 1941, in Muscatine, IA, Judith was the beloved daughter of John Edgar and Mabel Gertrude (Davis) Frame. Her warmth, dedication, and joyful spirit left a lasting…

Kevin J. Hollensteiner, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on March 16, 2024, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. Born in Quincy on June 11, 1956, to John A. Hollensteiner and Anna Mae Willer, Kevin’s life was a testament to the joy and love he brought to those around him. Kevin’s…

Gail Eugene Henderson, 86, of Quincy, passed away at 8:41 PM Friday, March 15, 2024, at Good Samaritan Home in Quincy, IL. Born November 22, 1937, in Quincy, IL, Mr. Henderson was the son of Floyd F. and Verna H. (Taylor) Henderson. He was married to Janice L. Hurdle on November 24, 1962. She died…

Funeral Services for Harold Glen White, Sr., 90, of New London, will be 9:00 A.M. Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at Emmette J. Shields American Legion post 55 in Hannibal with pastor Neil Gottman and pastor Dan Campbell officiating. Burial will follow in Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery at 1:30 P.M. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from…

Funeral services for Francis Eugene “Gene” Peak, 85, of Laddonia, will be at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at the Laddonia Christian Church, with Pastor Bill Maupin officiating. Burial with military honors will follow in the Laddonia Cemetery.   Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M., Monday, March 18, 2024, at Bienhoff…

JUDITH MARIE MALLETT Mrs. Judith Marie Mallett, age 84, of La Grange, MO passed away, Thursday, March 14, 2024 at 2:05 a.m. at Blessing Hosptial in Quincy, IL. She was born November 2, 1939 in Hannibal, MO a daughter of Kenneth Eugene and Mildred Charlotte Howell Bozarth. She married Donald Lee Mallett on May 29,…

Elizabeth “Betty Lou” Whitaker, 81, of Quincy, passed away at 6:00 pm Monday, March 11, 2024, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. Friends and Family are invited to Betty Lou’s Life Celebration at a visitation that will be Saturday, March 16, 2024, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at O’Donnell-Cookson Life Celebration Home in Quincy,…