Obituaries

Feb 18, 2026

Claude Edgar Mark, a loving family man, was called home to Jesus on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at the age of 82.

He was born on January 12, 1944, in Wayne County, IL, to the late Cecil and Ida "Babe" Mark.

Claude lived a life rich in love, laughter, and dedication to his family. He...

Feb 17, 2026

Julia A. Jelley died at 4:08 AM, Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at Cisne Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Cisne, IL. She lived in the Chicago area for many years and worked as an Office Manager for various physicians. After retirement, she returned to Fairfield where she volunteered for many years on the skilled care unit at...

Feb 15, 2026

James R. Easton, 43, formerly of Fairfield, passed away at 5:43am on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, IN, as a result of a traffic accident.

James was born on April 11, 1982, in Springfield, Massachusetts, to Alan J. Easton and Lisa (Moore) Easton.

James was a mechanic for Valvoline Instant Oil...

Feb 13, 2026

David L. Wright, 76 of Cisne, IL, passed away at 10:45 PM, Friday, February 13, 2026, at the Linda White Hospice House in Evansville, IN.  Born on June 7, 1949, in Oneonta, NY to Raymond C. and Cora (Bishop) Wright, Sr., he had been an assistant schoolteacher and loved to karaoke.  David first married Charlene Kurth in Florida. She...

Feb 13, 2026

Reta Imogene (Simpson) Vaughan of Fairfield, IL, left this world to meet her Eternal Heavenly Father, February 13th, 2026.  Reta was born to Edna Bernice (Wood) and Wallace Wright Simpson on July 20, 1934. She married Noel James Vaughan, Sr., on June 10, 1951. Together they worked hard and raised their family for 74 years on the Vaughan family...

Feb 13, 2026

David L. Wright, 76 of Cisne, IL, passed away at 10:45 PM, Friday, February 13, 2026, at the Linda White Hospice House in Evansville, IN.  Born on June 7, 1949, in Oneonta, NY to Raymond C. and Cora (Bishop) Wright, Sr., he had been an assistant schoolteacher and loved to karaoke.  David first married Charlene Kurth in...

Feb 13, 2026

Reta Imogene (Simpson) Vaughan of Fairfield, IL, left this world to meet her Eternal Heavenly Father, February 13th, 2026.  Reta was born to Edna Bernice (Wood) and Wallace Wright Simpson on July 20, 1934. She married Noel James Vaughan, Sr., on June 10, 1951. Together they worked hard and raised their family for 74 years on the...

Feb 12, 2026

Jesse Dawson, 74, of Fairfield, passed away at 5:38AM on Thursday February 12, 2026, at Fairfield Memorial Hospital. He was employed at Champion Laboratories. Jesse was born in Fairfield on July 4, 1951, to Frederick and Silvia (Cline) Dawson.

Jesse is survived by his daughters- Sabra Dawson and Colleen Dawson both of Albion; grandchildren- Dianna Pickering of...

Feb 12, 2026

Jesse Dawson, 74, of Fairfield, passed away at 5:38AM on Thursday February 12, 2026, at Fairfield Memorial Hospital. He was employed at Champion Laboratories. Jesse was born in Fairfield on July 4, 1951, to Frederick and Silvia (Cline) Dawson.

Jesse is survived by his daughters- Sabra Dawson and Colleen Dawson both of Albion; grandchildren- Dianna...

Feb 11, 2026

Xon R. Johnston, 85, of Fairfield, passed away at 9:35am on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Fairfield Senior Living and Rehabilitation.

Xon was born on March 27, 1940, in Kinmundy, IL, to Arthur and Lola May (Tipsword) Johnston. On December 23, 1962, he married the love of his life, Naomi Ruth (Tyree) Johnston, who preceded in him...

Feb 11, 2026

Charles E. Steury, 87, of Fairfield, passed away at 1:41pm on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Deaconess Illinois Medical Center in Marion, IL.

Charles was born on May 9, 1938, in Olney, IL, to William and Lena "Lucille" (Totten) Steury. His beloved first wife of 46 years, Garnet (Beaulieu) Steury, preceded him in death on August 4,...

Feb 9, 2026

Barbara Mabel Davis, 86, of Fairfield passed, away at 4:39PM on Monday, February 9, 2026, at her home. She retired from Airtex after 39 years. Barbara was born in Hamilton County on November 16, 1939, to Jesse and Josephine (Laird) Stroud. She married Larry Davis on July 19, 1959.

Barbara is survived by her husband- Larry Davis...

Feb 9, 2026

Barbara Mabel Davis, 86, of Fairfield passed, away at 4:39PM on Monday, February 9, 2026, at her home. She retired from Airtex after 39 years. Barbara was born in Hamilton County on November 16, 1939, to Jesse and Josephine (Laird) Stroud. She married Larry Davis on July 19, 1959.

Barbara is survived by her husband-...

Feb 5, 2026

Ruby Jean Blasdel, 98, of Wayne City, IL, passed away at 12:05am on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at Fairfield Memorial Hospital in Fairfield, IL.

Ruby was born on May 14, 1927, in Central City, IL, to Robert and Vivian (Noler) Mowen. On July 31, 1948, she married the love of her life, Earl Blasdel, and they later...

Feb 5, 2026

Ruby Jean Blasdel, 98, of Wayne City, IL, passed away at 12:05am on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at Fairfield Memorial Hospital in Fairfield, IL.

Ruby was born on May 14, 1927, in Central City, IL, to Robert and Vivian (Noler) Mowen. On July 31, 1948, she married the love of her life, Earl Blasdel, and...

Feb 2, 2026

Gale G. Balding, 84, of Fairfield, passed away at 2:50pm on Monday, February 2, 2026, at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Marion, IL.

Gale was born on October 11, 1941, in West Salem, IL, to Medford and Vernice (Knust) Balding. On June 25, 1982, he married the love of his life, Sherryl (Powell) Balding.

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Feb 2, 2026

Gale G. Balding, 84, of Fairfield, passed away at 2:50pm on Monday, February 2, 2026, at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Marion, IL.

Gale was born on October 11, 1941, in West Salem, IL, to Medford and Vernice (Knust) Balding. On June 25, 1982, he married the love of his life, Sherryl (Powell) Balding....

Feb 1, 2026

Heather Ann Moore, 50 of Fairfield, IL, passed away at 6:55 AM, Sunday, February 1, 2026.  Born on November 11, 1975, in Fairfield, to Charles and Edith (Bradshaw) Harl, she had been an activity aid at Fairfield Senior Living where she was a fierce advocate for the residents she worked with.  Heather loved her grandkids and will be missed...

Feb 1, 2026

Heather Ann Moore, 50 of Fairfield, IL, passed away at 6:55 AM, Sunday, February 1, 2026.  Born on November 11, 1975, in Fairfield, to Charles and Edith (Bradshaw) Harl, she had been an activity aid at Fairfield Senior Living where she was a fierce advocate for the residents she worked with.  Heather loved her grandkids and will...

Jan 27, 2026

Vivian Irene Struble, 84 of Fairfield, passed away at 12:37 PM, Tuesday, January 27th, 2026, at Clay County Hospital in Flora, IL.

Vivian was an active member of the First Baptist Church in Fairfield, IL.  She was a beautician, worked at R and M Kauffman Dress Factory, and later worked at Airtex from which she retired.  After...