Aug 18, 2026

In Loving Memory of Rose Mary Teller Mowery

May 27, 1950 – August 18, 2026

Rose Mary Teller Mowery, a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and aunt, passed away on August 18, 2026, at Integrity Nursing Home. She was 76 years old.

Rose Mary loved her...

Aug 12, 2026

Ethel Mae Lynch , 71, was born on December 5, 1954, in Klondyke, Illinois, to the union of the late Arthur and Francis Lynch. She departed this life on August 12, 2026, in Edwardsville, Illinois.

Ethel was one of eight children three girls and five boys. She attended Cairo Public Schools and, in December 1983,...

Aug 8, 2026

DeMarcus LeShawn Edwards was blessed with the gift of life on April 9, 1980, to his parents, Anethea Edwards-Smith and Donald L. Swanks. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. On August 8, 2026, DeMarcus peacefully departed this life, leaving behind treasured memories and a legacy of love that will remain in the hearts of everyone...

Aug 3, 2026

Alisha Michelle Blake, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, godmother, friend, and cherished member of her community, was born on July 19, 1978, in Cairo, Illinois, to Florentine and Joe Blake. Alisha departed this life peacefully on August 3, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, and kindness that will forever remain in the hearts of those who...

Jul 23, 2026

Pastor Enloe A. Clemons, Sr. was born on February 11, 1953, in rural Dongola, Illinois, to the union of Arange E. Clemons, Sr. and Flossie M. Edmonds Clemons.

He was a proud 1971 graduate of Century High School and later earned an Associate of Applied Science Degree from Shawnee Community College in 1973. Following graduation,...

Jul 21, 2026

Francella Vaughn-Hollis, age 65, peacefully departed this life on July 21, 2026. She was born on January 2, 1961, and was the beloved daughter of the late Erma (Thomas) Jean Burris and Walter Vaughn/Henry Jordan. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, godmother, aunt, cousin, fiancée, and friend. Her love, strength, and kindness touched the lives of many....

Jul 16, 2026

Mrs. Shelia Maria Coleman, age 61, of Rossville, Georgia, formerly of Cairo, Illinois, was born on November 18, 1964, at St. Mary's Hospital in Cairo, Illinois, to Charles Booth, Sr. and Shelly Booth. Surrounded by her loving family, she peacefully accepted the Master's call on July 16, 2026, in LaFayette, Georgia.

Shelia was a proud graduate of...

Jul 14, 2026

Percy "PJ" Jones, 88, of Hodges Park, Illinois, peacefully transitioned on July 14, 2026, at Mercy Hospital in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.

Born in Alligator, Mississippi, to the late Percy and Louise Jones, Percy moved to Southeast Missouri and Southern Illinois as a child. He often reminisced about working on the family farm and in the cotton fields....

Jul 14, 2026

Deacon George Boyd, 97, of Olmsted, IL, our beloved husband, father, grandfather, transitioned from his earthly toil to eternal rest on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Greenwood, LA, on April 6, 1929, to the late George Boyd Sr. and Martha (Jones) Boyd. He was one of 14 children, all...

Jul 9, 2026

Marthetta "Marty" Bailey Counts Wood, age 70, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of elegance, service, compassion, and love for family and friends.

Born on November 2, 1955, to the union of O.D. and Juanita Robinson Bailey, Marty was a beloved daughter whose life was rooted in faith, love, and devotion to...