Capitol News Illinois 2022 Voter’s Guide
How to find CNI’s coverage of statewide races By CAPITOL NEWS ILLINOIS On Nov. 8, Illinois voters will cast a ballot on a state constitutional amendment, every statewide constitutional office, every seat in the General Assembly and, in 12 counties, a spot on the state’s Supreme Court. Ahead of Election Day, the Capitol News Illinois…
Read MoreObituary of Ronald Gene Potts
Ronald Gene Potts, 86, of Scipio, left this world on Wednesday, September 21, 2022. He died peacefully at home, surrounded by his family. Ron was born in Rosiclare, Illinois on August 28, 1936. He was the son of Thomas Ray and Norma Fowler Potts. He served in the U.S. Navy aboard the aircraft carrier USS…
Read MoreObituary of Robert Elliott Cook
Robert Elliott Cook was born on August 16, 1968 in Alton, Illinois to Bob and Ellen Cook of Springfield, Illinois. Robert, better known as Robbie, graduated from Glenwood High School in 1986. Robbie was born under the celestial sign of the Lion. This endowed him with a big brave heart and a lifelong love of…
Read MoreObituary of Tommy L. Wilson
Tommy L. “Tow Truck Tommy” Wilson, 35, of Eldorado, passed away, Saturday, September 24, 2022 in Eldorado as a result of a side by side accident. Tommy was born in Junction City, KS on December 23, 1986 to Carl and Rita (Suits) Wilson and they survive in Eldorado. Tommy worked as a tow truck operator…
Read MoreObituary of Amy Jo (Miles) Mann
It is with deep sadness that the family of Amy Jo (Miles) Mann announces her passing. Amy was the devoted wife of Heath Mann and the loving mother of Ky Mann. Along with her family, Amy resided at Junction, Illinois. The family wishes to thank all of their relatives and many friends who have so…
Read MoreObituary of Mary E. Bear
Mary E. Bear, 92, of Evansville, passed away on Tuesday, September 6, 2022. She was born on October 10, 1929 in Eichorn, Illinois. She graduated from Rosiclare High School in 1948 and was a graduate of Lockyear Business College. Mary worked as an Executive Secretary and retired from Bristol Myers Squibb. She attended Old North…
Read MoreStephen Leroy Robinson
Stephen Leroy Robinson, 70, of Rosiclare, IL died Friday, September 23, 2022 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, IN. Survivors include his brothers, Weldon Robinson and Lonnie Robinson; sister, Wilma Womack; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Pearl and Revella Robinson; brothers, William, James Eugene and Charles Robinson;…
Read MoreObituary of Helen Juanita Foster
Helen Juanita Foster, who was called “Momma” by her son and “Mamaw” by her granddaughter, departed her loving family on Saturday, September 17, 2022. Juanita was born in the Sulfur Springs community in rural Pope County on January 5, 1930, to Almon and Alma “Grandma” (Randolph) Killingsworth. Juanita attended the Harrisburg Beauty Academy and…
Read MoreDennis Ray Dowdy
Mr. Dennis Ray Dowdy, 82, of Elizabethtown, IL died on Saturday, September 17, 2022 at the Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital in Paducah, KY. He was of the Baptist faith and retired from Caterpillar as a pipefitter. He is survived by his life partner, Rosie Buchanan of Elizabethtown, IL; daughter, Denise (Monty) Gartin of Waddell, AZ;…
Read MoreObituary of Willa Oveta Lampert
It’s with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved daughter/sister Willa Oveta Lampert, known to her family as “Vetie.” Oveta was born September 16,1948 to Wilburn “Mug” Lampert and Marguerite Shore Lampert in Hardin County, Illinois. She went to be with the Lord on September 15, 2022 after a courageous battle with…
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