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Obituary of Ronald Edward Sartin Sr.

Ronald Edward Sartin Sr., age 66, of Rosiclare, IL passed away peacefully on Monday, October 16, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loved ones. Ronnie was born on February 7, 1957 to Edward “Pete” Ira and Juanita Sue (Simms) Sartin. Ron enjoyed playing tournament and league softball. He was the founder of the Arizona…

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Obituary of Courtney Gayle Spivey

Courtney Gayle Spivey, 43, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at Hardin County General Hospital in the presence of family and friends. Courtney was born on August 27th, 1980 to Bertis and Becky Cook. She graduated from Hardin County High School with the Class of 1998. Courtney was a Nurse…

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Robert James “Bob” Mitchell

Robert James “Bob” Mitchell, 61, of Elizabethtown, IL died Sunday, October 22, 2023 at his home. Survivors include his wife, Kim Mitchell of Elizabethtown, IL; daughters, Michelle (Jeremy) Glanzner of Cave-In-Rock, IL and Amy (Justin) Wilson of Alhambra, IL; grandchildren, Bobbie, Alex, Caitlyn, David, Ethan, Fay and Paige; special friend, John Erwin; and several brothers…

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Obituary of Reverend Gordon B. Littrell

Reverend Gordon B. Littrell, 90, of Equality, Illinois, died on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. He was born in Hardin County on August 1, 1933. Gordon was preceded in death by his parents, Willis Eschol Littrell and Goldie Mae (Baylous) Littrell; first wife, Delline (Milliken) Littrell; sister, Mary Evelyn…

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Obituary of Eva Jesse Williams Winters

Eva Jesse Williams Winters, age 97, of Elizabethtown, IL passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family at 11:22 p.m. on Saturday, October 14, 2023. She was born October 10, 1926 in Elizabethtown, Illinois, the daughter of Richard and Myrtle Williams. Eva was first married to Earl Crider and to this union they had…

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Business Spotlight: The Bladed Raven Studio

By Jennifer Lane, Editor A new hair salon and spa is opening in Rosiclare! Stephanie Hayes is a Professional Licensed Cosmetologist and has been practicing since 2012. Stephanie has been an educator in cosmetology since 2013. After working several years enhancing her services and style at two different salons, she can now add business owner…

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Obituary for Delores B. “Sue” Hogue

Delores B. “Sue” Hogue was born in Rosiclare, Illinois, on November 05, 1936, and departed this life on Friday, October 06, 2023. Her parents were Reed Dalton and Irene Faye Amsden Dalton. Sue was married on Christmas Day in 1951 to Robert G. Stone. Two sons Robert L. Stone and Richard P. Stone were born…

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Obituary of Charles Keith “Chuck” Lamar

September 18, 1959 – October 11, 2023 Charles Keith “Chuck” Lamar, age 64, of Elizabethtown, Illinois, passed away at 8:02 a.m., Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at Mercy Health – Lourdes Hospital in Paducah, Kentucky. Charles Keith, better known as “Chuck,” was born on September 18, 1959, in Elgin, Illinois, the son of Charles Frederick “Fred”…

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Obituary of Reba (Jo) Jeanette Hicks

Reba (Jo) Jeanette Hicks, 75 of Elizabethtown, IL gained her wings on Monday, October 9, 2023 at Ferrell Hospital surrounded by family. She attended Union Church where she played the piano. Survivors include her husband, Lyndol Hicks; children, Danny (Pam) Hicks, Tammy (Kelly) Davis, Kelly (Tom) Oxford and Susan (Jared) Bogard; grandchildren, Natasha (Brennan) Williams,…

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Obituary of Vicky Joyce (Hale) Leonberger

Vicky Joyce (Hale) Leonberger, passed peacefully from this life on Monday, September 25, 2023 at 12:25 p.m., surrounded by her family. Vicky was born on February 23, 1949 to James and Laverne (Weatherington) Hale. On September 25, 1965 she married Arlie W. “Pee Wee” Leonberger. From that union was born their son, Steven W. Leonberger.…

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