Obituaries
Joe Wayne Thomas
Jul 30, 1939 - Apr 10, 2026
Joe Wayne Thomas, 86, known affectionately to most as "Honey," entered his eternal rest on April 10, 2026. Born on July 30, 1939, in Olney, Illinois, Joe was the 9th of 14 children born to Evert Victor and Emma Jane Thomas. He led a life marked by dedication, kindness, wit and an unyielding spirit that…
Gary Lee Mader
Jan 30, 1949 - Apr 7, 2026
Gary Lee Mader, 77, passed away on April 7, 2026. He was born on January 30, 1949, in Garden City, Kansas, to James and Charlene Mader.Gary spent most of his life in Phoenix, Arizona, where he built a life centered around horsemanship, hard work, and the values he carried with him throughout the years. He…
Lola Ranae Johnson
Nov 29, 1936 - Apr 4, 2026
Lola “Ranae” JohnsonNovember 29, 1936 - April 4, 2026Age: 89 Salem, OregonRanae was born November 29, 1936, in Ogden, Utah to Alta Irenda Roberts and John Alonzo Nibarger. She was raised in Mountain View, Wyoming and was the oldest daughter of 14 children. She had many varied interests and had degrees in business, interior design,…
Ernest Freeman Gray
Jan 10, 1933 - Apr 3, 2026
In Loving Memory of Ernest Freeman Gray, Sr., a dedicated patriot and highly decorated veteran of the United States Navy, passed away on April 3, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. A Master Chief Petty Officer (E-9) whose career spanned the defining conflicts of the 20th century, he leaves behind a legacy of professionalism, leadership,…
Mary Hannigan Valdes
Jan 1, 1936 - Mar 30, 2026
Mary Hannigan Valdes passed away peacefully on March 30, 2026, at the age of 90.Born on January 1, 1936, to Thomas and Mary (Groft) Hannigan, Mary lived a full and meaningful life centered around faith and family. A devoted Catholic, her faith was a guiding force throughout her life and a source of strength and…
Vivian Porter Bednarz
Aug 29, 1947 - Mar 29, 2026
Vivian Bednarz, age 78, of Montgomery, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on March 29, 2026, leaving behind a family who deeply loved and cherished her.Born in New Iberia, Louisiana, to Thomas Fitzgerald Porter III and Vivian DeBlanc Porter, and raised in Lafayette, Vivian carried with her a deep love for family, unimaginable strength, and…
Penny T. Zeilman
Oct 30, 1954 - Mar 26, 2026
Penny T Zeilman, 71, ended her battle with chronic lung disease March 26, 2026; although she kicked its butt for a long time. She passed peacefully in the company of her children; Tracey Z Moran and G Casey Zeilman. She also leaves behind three grandchildren: Joseph, Olivia, and Benjamin Zeilman; and a great-grandchild, Brady Zeilman…
Henry Nelson Mercier, Jr
Jul 28, 1938 - Mar 26, 2026
Henry Nelson Mercier, Jr, known to friends and family as Hank, of Orlando, Florida passed away at the age of 87 in the early hours of March 26, 2026. We rejoice that he is now in the arms of his dear savior Jesus. Henry was born in Hartford, Connecticut to Alma Dora Lemieux and Henry Nelson…
Charlotte La Vonne Newman
Apr 24, 1943 - Mar 24, 2026
In Loving Memory of Charlotte La Vonne Newman (Dahlke)April 24, 1943 - March 24, 2026Charlotte La Vonne Newman passed away in Vero Beach, Florida, on March 24, 2026, at the age of 82. Born on April 24, 1943, Charlotte lived in several places throughout Wisconsin and Florida, and through the years, both became home to…
Jay St. John
Feb 27, 1948 - Mar 24, 2026
Dr. Jay St. John, a beloved educator and community leader, passed away on March 24, 2026. Born February 27, 1948 and raised in Belvidere, Illinois, he was the son of Byron and Dorris St. John.Jay married the love of his life, June, in 1968, and together they shared 58 wonderful years of marriage. He is…