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Recent obituaries in Olney and Clay City
The obituaries in the Olney and Clay City Areas reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Olney and Clay City's history and identity.
Chad Eric Runyon
Dec 15, 2024
Chad Eric Runyon, 47, of Olney, IL, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024 at his home.
Chad was born July 9, 1977 in Olney, IL, the son of Larry and Donna (Struble) Runyon.
Chad worked for Dave Lawless Wholesale for over 20 years. He enjoyed working in his garage and...
Raymond James "Jed" Clampet
Dec 14, 2024
Raymond James “Jed” Clampet, 61, of Lawrenceville, IL, passed away unexpectedly due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident Saturday, December 14th, 2024.
Jed was born January 16, 1961 in Hinsdale, IL, the son of Raymond Junior and Rosalie Gladice Clampet.
He was a United States Army Veteran. He married Christina...
Jackie E. "Jack" Wyatt
Dec 14, 2024
Jackie E. "Jack" Wyatt, 87, of Olney, IL, passed away Friday, December 14, 2024 at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville.
Jack was born October 13, 1937 in Edwards County, IL to Burlen Wyatt and Fern E. (Jenner) Wyatt. He married Sandra K. (Burgener) Wyatt on March 26, 1996.
Jack was always...
Timothy Albert Jones
Dec 13, 2024
It is with profound sadness that the family of Timothy Albert Jones, a beloved father, announces his passing. Timothy left us on December 13, 2024, at the age of 76. He passed in St. Louis University Hospital from respiratory arrest due to cardiovascular disease.
Born in Olney, Illinois on August 13, 1948, and resided in...
Deloris Nix
Dec 10, 2024
Deloris Nix, 88, of Olney, Illinois, passed away with her family by her side on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at Carle RMH.
Deloris was born January 21, 1936 in Olney, Illinois, the daughter of Guy and Viola (Boatman) Newman. She married Gerald V. Nix on April 24, 1957 in Bridgeport, Illinois, and he preceded her...
John R. Knakmuhs
Dec 10, 2024
John R. Knakmuhs, 79, of West Salem, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, Indiana with his family by his side.
John was born January 7, 1945 in Richland County, Illinois, to son of Raymond Knakmuhs and Mary (Clodfelter) Knakmuhs. He married Barbara (Eckiss) Knakmuhs on May 30,...
Joseph "Aaron" Spieth
Dec 5, 2024
Joseph “Aaron” Spieth, 49, of Dundas, Illinois passed away December 5, 2024 at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, Indiana.
Aaron was born May 1, 1975 in Olney, Illinois, the son of Lawrence Joseph Spieth and Karen (Steury) Hulett. He married Kristina Bogart on May 18, 2002, and she survives.
Aaron enlisted...
Shirley Anne Kessler
Dec 2, 2024
Shirley Anne Kessler, 89, of Olney, passed away Monday, December 2, 2024.
Shirley was born on December 18, 1934 in Edwards County, IL, the daughter of Homer and Camilla (Baker) Brock. She married Robert Eugene Kessler on June 17, 1951 in Louisville, IL. To this union was born a son, Stephen Eugene Kessler.
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Deborah Lynn Rauch
Nov 30, 2024
Deborah Lynn Rauch, age 60, of Olney, passed away from her battle with ALS on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at home with her loving family by her side.
Debbie was born on August 13, 1964 in Olney, the daughter of Dale and Mary Jane (Kessler) Tibbs. She married Tom Rauch on August 29, 1987 in...
Donald "Wayne" Newton
Nov 28, 2024
Donald "Wayne" Newton, 77, of Noble, Illinois, passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, Indiana.
Wayne served his country in the U.S. Air Force from 1966 -1970. He spent a big part of his life farming.
Per Wayne’s wishes, his body will be cremated with...
Christine Swinson
Nov 25, 2024
Christine Swinson, 67, of Olney, Illinois, passed away on Monday, November 25, 2024 at her home.
Christine was born May 6, 1957 in Plymouth, Indiana, the daughter of Ruby Stockton. She married Robert Swinson on January 15, 1983, and he preceded her in death on March 15, 2020.
Christine is survived...
Ernest "Clifford" Pierce
Nov 25, 2024
Ernest "Clifford" Pierce, 97, of Clay City, Illinois, passed away Monday, November 25, 2024 at Axiom Healthcare of Flora, in Flora, Illinois.
Clifford was born on November 10, 1927 in Clay City, Illinois, the son of Russell Pierce and Eunice (Bates) Pierce. He married Emma Mae (Venable) Pierce, on October 4, 1947, and she preceded...
Curtis H. Wendling
Nov 23, 2024
Curtis H. Wendling, 90, of Olney, IL, passed away November 23, 2024 Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, Indiana.
Curtis was born February 17, 1934 in Lucas Township, Effingham County, Illinois, the son of August and Clara (Poehler) Wendling. He married Betty L. (Salyers) Wendling, and she preceded him in death.
Curtis...
Fred Kessler
Nov 23, 2024
Frederick George Kessler, 91, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024, in Olney.
Better know to his family and friends as Fred, he was born July 15, 1933 in Clay County, IL, the son of Alex and Lorene (Desch) Kessler. He married Barbara Ann Iffert on November 22, 1956 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in...
Ronald Lee Nowak, Sr.
Nov 14, 2024
Ronald Lee Nowak, Sr., 86, of Ottawa, IL, passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at his home.
Ronald was born July 11, 1938 in Olney, Illinois, the son of Alexander and Tressie (Winsor) Nowak. He married Bobbie Kay Amerman, and she survives.
Ronald was an Air Force Veteran. He was...
Dale E. Holder
Nov 14, 2024
Dale E. Holder, 71, of Olney, IL, passed away November 14, 2024 at Select Specialty Hospital in Evansville, Indiana.
Dale was born February 12, 1953 in Flora, Illinois, the son of Donald and Delores "Dee" (Hamilton) Holder.
Dale was a wonderful and caring father, grandfather, a great partner, and a good...
Daniel Levi Page
Nov 12, 2024
Daniel Levi Page, 33, of Olney, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, Indiana.
Levi was born October 8, 1991 in Lawrenceville, Illinois, the son of Robert Sparks and Terri Lynn (Harrison) Page, adopted by Gregory Alan Page.
Levi was a tinkerer and an...
Karen F. Lomas
Nov 12, 2024
Karen F. Lomas, 73, of Newton, Illinois, formerly of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at Newton Care Center.
Karen was born on October 18, 1951, in Olney, Illinois the daughter of Robert Lomas and Eliza Mae Lomas. She married Richard Kaschalk, and he preceded her in death on November 7, 1984....
George G. Stanley
Nov 10, 2024
George Stanley, 86, of Olney passed away Sunday, November 10, 2024 at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital.
George was born on September 2, 1938 in Olney, Illinois, the son of Harold and Alice (Schnautz) Stanley. He married Ramona (Mickey) Stanley, and she preceded him in death.
George worked for UnoCal for 23...
Dennis R. "Denny" Totten
Nov 8, 2024
Dennis R. "Denny" Totten, 76, of Olney, Illinois, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024 at his home.
Denny was born on May 30, 1948 in Olney, the son of Paul and Juanita Totten.
Denny worked for Marathon for many years and was well known by those in the Southern Illinois...
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