Obituaries


Veteran

Robert Buxton Sr.

February 12, 2026

Robert Duane Buxton Sr. , age 95, of Decatur, Illinois, passed away peacefully in his sleep with his family at his side on February 12, 2026. Bob was born on December 4, 1930 in Cerro Gordo, Illinois, a son of the late Wilbur and Ethel (Riddle) Bu...

Joseph Wester

February 12, 2026

Passed away February 12, 2026, at Mt. Zion Health & Rehab Resident of Decatur Arrangements provided by Central Cremation Center...
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James Donaldson

February 11, 2026

James L. Donaldson “Les”, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 11th, 2026, with his family by his side. Les was born on May 7th, 1948, in Decatur, Illinois to Jim and Thelma Don...

Melissa Williams

February 10, 2026

Born on November 14, 1965, in Streator, IL., Melissa was the beloved daughter of Jack and Sandy Babey. She grew up in South Bend, IN., and Champaign, IL. She graduated from Champaign Centennial in 1984. She worked as a bookkeeper for County Market...

Carla Hickox

February 10, 2026

Passed away February 10, 2026, at her residence Resident of Decatur Arrangements provided by Central Cremation Center...
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Linda Miller

February 8, 2026

Linda Darlene Miller, 73, of Decatur, passed away February 8, 2026, at Sullivan Rehab. Linda was born September 3, 1952, to Carl and Marie (Cook) Walters in Decatur. She was married to Eric Miller in December 1980 in Decatur and spent her time wor...

Allan Ackles

February 7, 2026

Allan Ackles passed away on February 7, 2026 at the age of 68 in his residence. Allan was born December 30, 1957 in Pittsfield, Il, the son of Paul (Barney) and Edna Ackles. Allan worked at Nelson's Pest control where he retired from. He was a...
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Christy L Hammon

February 5, 2026

Christy Lea Hammon, 69, of Decatur, IL, passed away at her home February 5, 2026. Born on September 29, 1956, in Tacoma, Washington, Family was at the heart of everything. She is survived by her beloved husband of 31 years, Michael Hammon, daught...

Mary Lee "Lou" Oliver

February 5, 2026

With deep love and gratitude, we announce the passing of Mary Lee "Lou" Oliver, lovingly known as "Mema," who went home to be with the Lord on February 5, 2026. Lou was the kind of person who made life feel warmer just by being in it. For many yea...

Deborah Bramhill

February 5, 2026

Passed away February 5, 2026, at her residence Resident of Decatur Arrangements provided by Central Cremation Center...

Janice Schuman

February 5, 2026

Passed away February 5, 2026, at Imboden Creek Senior Living Center Resident of Decatur Arrangements provided by Central Cremation Center ...

Don Anderson

February 4, 2026

Passed away February 4, 2026, at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center Resident of Mattoon Arrangements provided by Central Cremation Center...

Cynthia Long

February 4, 2026

Passed away February 4, 2026, at Decatur Memorial Hospital Resident of Decatur Arrangements provided by Central Cremation Center...

Eva Williams

February 4, 2026

Passed away February 4, 2026, at HSHS St. John's Hospital Resident of Springfield Arrangements provided by Central Cremation Center...

John Crenshaw

February 3, 2026

Passed away February 3, 2026, at Decatur Memorial Hospital Resident of Decatur Arrangements provided by Central Cremation Center...
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Timothy Bracco

February 2, 2026

Passed away February 2, 2026, at The Arc of Sangamon Valley Resident of Springfield Arrangements provided by Central Cremation Center...

James Mullins

February 2, 2026

Passed away February 2, 2026, at Newman Rehab Resident of Maroa Arrangements provided by Central Cremation Center...
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Lou Hunt

February 1, 2026

Passed away February 1, 2026, at Hilltop Skilled Nursing in Charleston Resident of Percy Arrangements provided by Central Cremation Center...
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Aaron Paul Griffith

February 1, 2026

Aaron Paul Griffith, 72, of Mt. Zion, IL, passed away at his home February 1, 2026, surrounded by his wife, son, and daughter. Aaron was the son of Paul and Frieda "Marcella" Bliss (Griffith). They preceded him in death. He was born February 27, 1954...
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Krisha Larrew

February 1, 2026

Passed away February 1, 2026, at her residence Resident of Lincoln Arrangements provided by Central Cremation Center...

Wendy Ransford-Stout

January 31, 2026

Wendy Ransford-Stout (73) of Assumption Il passed away Saturday, January 31, 2026, in Taylorville. Wendy was born on January 17,1953, in Decatur. She graduated as a Comet from Assumption High School in 1973. She loved gardening, cooking, baking, ...

Jacquelyn (Jac) Carol Hickman

January 30, 2026

Jacquelyn (Jac) Carol Hickman passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026, in Charleston, Illinois. Born in Terre Haute, Indiana, Jac lived a life filled with adventure, laughter, and love. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert L. Hickma...

Jerry Ren

January 30, 2026

Passed away January 30, 2026, at his residence Resident of Frederick Arrangements provided by Central Cremation Center...

Edward Stocker

January 29, 2026

Passed away January 29, 2026, at Imboden Creek Senior Living Resident of Decatur Arrangements provided by Central Cremation Center...

Kathy Figite

January 29, 2026

Passed away January 29, 2026, at Arcadia Care Resident of Jacksonville Arrangements provided by Central Cremation Center...