Cheryl Ann Williams-Ragsdale
Sep 30, 2026
Ms. Cheryl Ann Williams-Ragsdale, 68, of Cobden, Illinois, was born on November 22, 1957, in Carbondale, Illinois. Cheryl accepted the Master’s call on September 30, 2026, at Integrity Healthcare of Cobden, Illinois.
Cheryl was a devoted Christian woman who loved the Lord and cherished her family.
She leaves to cherish her loving memory her children, Kelli Jo Pearson, Justin James Stone, Jonathon...
Juanita Mae White
Sep 29, 2026
Juanita Mae White, 83, of Tacoma WA, passed peacefully in her sleep at her home on September 29, 2026. She was born in Cairo Illinois to Abraham H. Jones and Moselee Jones on October 19, 1942. Juanita was baptized at First Missionary Baptist Church in Cairo, which was located on 12th Street at that time. Juanita married her high school...
Leonard Jackson
Sep 24, 2026
Mr. Leonard Charles Jackson born on January 15, 1953 in Cairo, Illinois to the parents of the late Carl E. and Barbara L. Jackson. Leonard departed this earthly life on Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Hunter Acres Caring Center in Sikeston, Missouri.
He was educated in the public schools of Cairo, Illinois. He was a man of many talents having served as...
Cheryl L. Woodson
Sep 19, 2026
Cheryl Ladon Swanks-Woodson was blessed with the gift of life on August 16, 1949, from the union of her parents Lilly Beatrice Williams-Swanks and Marion Swanks, II in Cairo IL. She was the third child of seven in their union she was preceded in death by her parents, Marion and Beatrice Swanks, two brothers, Donald and Marion J. “Jerry” Swanks, III...
Freddie Jewel Holder-Nelson
Sep 16, 2026
Freddie Jewel Holder-Nelson, affectionately known to many as “NAN,” was born April 20, 1949, in Miller City, IL, to the union of Mr. Mister and Mrs. Picola Holder. Freddie accepted the Master’s call and transitioned from this life on September 16, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Freddie became a member of Christ Temple Church of God in Christ in...
Geneva Hughes Adams
Sep 15, 2026
Geneva Hughes Adams was born on June 22, 1931, in Hayti, Missouri, to the late Rosie and Julius Hughes.
Geneva was known as “Nevie” by her siblings (four brothers and three sisters) as well as the rest of her family and many friends. Years later, the family relocated to Mounds, IL, and Geneva accepted Christ at the age of 13 years...
Becky Sue Foster
Sep 9, 2026
Becky Sue Foster, 66, of Cairo, Illinois, a loving partner, mother, grandmother, aunt, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2026, at her home, surrounded by love and in the care of her devoted partner of 29 years, Anthony “Dede” Copeland.
Becky was born on February 15, 1960, to the late Richard and Charlotte Rarick. Although Becky was originally...
Charletta Victoria Ward
Sep 3, 2026
Celebrating the Life of
Charletta Victoria Ward
December 6, 1968 – September 3, 2026
A Life of Love, Faith, Strength & Beautiful Memories
Charletta Victoria Ward was born on December 6, 1968, in Chicago, Illinois, to the loving union of Charles Lee Ward and Eleanor Richardson-Ward.
From an early age, Charletta accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior. Her faith became a beautiful part...
Paul Anthony Tucker, Sr.
Aug 25, 2026
Paul Anthony Tucker, Sr. age 55 of Joliet, IL was born September 20, 1970, to the parents of Randolph and Vanessa Tucker. Paul transitioned from the life on August 25, 2026, at Deaconess Illinois Union County Hospital in Anna, IL.
Paul Anthony Tucker Sr. was born to Vanessa (Wright) and the late Randolph Tucker on September 20, 1970, in Detroit, Michigan....
Peddie P. Houston
Aug 19, 2026
Peddie P. Houston, age 60, of Villa Ridge, IL, was born on August 24, 1965, to Julius and Barbara Ann Young. On August 19, 2026, he peacefully embraced the call to eternity, surrounded by his beloved family.
Peddie led a life rich with simple joys and profound connections. His passions included fishing, deer hunting, watching football, and riding UTVs. He found...