Dennis E. Pryor, 79, of Vandalia, IL, passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026, at Vandalia Healthcare & Senior Living. A Private Interment will take place at Haley Chapel Cemetery, Bluff City. In lieu of flowers and gifts, memorials may be made to an organization of the donor's choice. Online condolences can be expressed at www.hohltandfilefh.com Dennis Eugene Pryor was born on November 08, 1946 in Vandalia, IL, the son of Floyd Norman and Mildred A. (Kersten) Pryor. He married Rose Mary Du...

Emma Jane Eyman, 97, of Greenville, Illinois, passed away peacefully at 1:15 a.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation in Greenville, Illinois. Services for Emma will be held Thursday, April 30th, 2026, at Assalley Funeral Home in Greenville, Illinois. Friends and family may visit from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Dee Armes officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Auburn cemetery in Greenville, following services. Born ...

Shirley J. Frick, age 89, of Glen Carbon, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Meridian Village, with her loving family by her side. Born on December 17, 1936, in Wolf Creek, Illinois, Shirley was the cherished daughter of the late John and Carrie (Mann) Williams. On July 29, 1955, she married the love of her life, Rev. Louis W. Frick Jr., in Corinth, Mississippi. Together, they shared an extraordinary 70+ years of marriage filled with faith, devotion, and countless...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of George David "Dave" Sessions, a beloved partner, father, grandfather, and friend. George David Sessions, 68, of Vandalia, IL, passed away Friday, April 24, 2026 at SBL Fayette County Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Per Dave's wishes, cremation rites will be accorded. A visitation will be held from 11:00AM-1:00 PM, Thursday, April 30, 2026 at Hohlt & File Funeral Home, Vandalia. A Celebration of Life will follow at...

Mary G. Benedict, 84, of Vandalia, IL, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026 at Sarah Bush Lincoln Fayette County Hospital in Vandalia, IL. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at Johnson Funeral Home in Effingham. Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Thursday prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will be at a later date in Lebanon Cemetery in Langdon, ND. In lieu of flowers and gifts, memorials may be made to First Baptist Chur...

Joyce M. Lape, 86, of Mulberry Grove, IL, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at her home, surrounded by family. Per Joyce's wishes, cremation rites will be accorded. There will be no services held at this time. Interment will take place in Maxey Cemetery, Smithboro, IL, at a later date. In lieu of flowers and gifts, memorials may be made to Maxey Cemetery. Online condolences can be expressed at www.hohltandfilefh.com. Joyce Marie Koonce was born on July 25, 1939 in Mulberry G...

Adolph "Sonny" Doehring, age 85, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2026. He was born on May 1, 1940 in Brownstown, Illinois to Darrel and Mildred (Washburn) Doehring. As a standout athlete at Brownstown High School (Class of 1957) Sonny earned varsity letters in baseball, basketball, and track. He attended Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL. He played collegiate basketball and earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 1962. As a father, he s...

Betty Rose Worker, 94, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Pana Health and Rehab, in Pana, IL. Betty was born April 25, 1931, the daughter of James and Rose (Bauerle) Sanders in Fayette County, IL. She married William Roy Worker on February 25, 1951, in Ramsey, IL. They shared a wonderful 36 years together before his passing on April 16, 1987. Betty was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her family. Betty is survived by her daughter; Brenda Blair of Ramsey, IL, sons; Kelvin W...

Debra Parkison, 75 of Brownstown, died at 2:25 p.m. Friday, April 17, 2026 at HSHS St. John's Hospital, Springfield, IL. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 Noon, Friday, April 24, 2026 at Liberty Christian Church, rural Brownstown with Rev. Clayton Richison officiating. Burial will follow in the Morrison Cemetery next to the Kaskaskia Church, rural Beecher City, IL. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until service time on Friday. Memorials may be made to Caring and Sharing or the donor's c...

John Charles Hampson, Sr., age 77, of Ramsey, Illinois, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026. He was born on May 12, 1948, in Brooklyn, New York, to Charles and Dorothy (Magalinski) Hampson. John married Ann Marie Shimkus on October 2, 1979. John proudly served his country in the United States Army for several years. He worked as a dry wall contractor. He enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson and tinkering with motorcycles. He was a coin collector and especially loved his family. Mr. Hampson is...

Alice Ward, 88, of Brownstown, died at 9:05 a.m., Monday, April 13, 2026 at Fayette County Hospital-Long Term Care, Vandalia, IL. Private family burial will be held at a later date at Pilcher Cemetery, rural Brownstown. Memorials may be made to the donor's choice. Gieseking Funeral Home, Brownstown is assisting the family with arrangements. Alice J. Ward was born on Tuesday, April 12, 1938 in Shobonier to Charles and Helen (Thompson) Oldham. She married Edward Eugene Ward on November 17, 1956...

Carolyn Dee Koonce, age 77, of Vandalia, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at her home. She was born on February 10, 1949, in St. Elmo, Illinois, to Jay Dee and Lara Effie (Vaughn) Harnden. Carolyn married Sam Koonce on March 7, 1981 in Vandalia, IL. Together they shared 45 years of marriage. Carolyn retired from Brockway, as an assistant supervisor. Carolyn loved her family and her grandchildren and great grandchildren were her pride and joy. Carolyn is survived by her husband;...