Heritage High Alumni Obituaries

Janet Smith 88 of Jacksonville IL died Tuesday February 3 2026 at Scott County Nursing Center in Winchester. She was born May 4 1937 in Springfield the daughter of Mervin and Jessie Carmichael Gustaveson. She married C.R. Smith and he preceded her in death. Janet is survived by her sons Bret Sharon ...

Marie F. Martin, a cherished soul known for her warmth and generosity, completed her earthly journey on February 2, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on January 28, 1947, in LaPorte, IN, to her loving parents, Alex and Mary (Gruchalski) Wozniak, both of whom preceded her in death, Marie grew into a pilla...

The heart is seen as a universal symbol of love life devotion resiliency and courage. It is no wonder that Victor since birth has been known to have a heart like no other. Victor was a dedicated husband father son brother friend and mentorso much so that he left an imprint on each of the hearts he t...

Jacqueline Jackie Jeffries Kpeglo was born on October 31 1946 in Greensboro North Carolina to Rev. Vernon F. Jeffries and Ruby Jeffries. During her youth she was active in the Girl Scouts and later chose to help integrate Walter Hines Page Senior High School when the school system requested voluntee...

Emeline Irene Dunham 20 known as Emma or Emmie to family and friends never liked to run but she ran straight into Jesuss arms at 106a.m. on Wednesday January 21 2026 after complications from SVC Syndrome and multiple chronic health conditions after an extended stay 37 days in the hospital. Emeline I...

Gerald Taphorn, 57, of Altamont, died at 3:53 a.m., Monday, December 15, 2025 at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital, St. Louis, MO.A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, December 22, 2025 at St. Clare Catholic Church, Altamont with Rev. Ron Lorilla officiating. Burial will follow...

Bynum Rhodes BrownJanuary 7, 1926 – September 25, 2020Bynum Rhodes Brown, a life-long resident of Murfreesboro, North Carolina died at home on Friday, September 25, 2020.Bynum graduated from Riverside Military Academy, Gainesville, Georgia in 1943 and he enlisted in the United States Army Air Corps ...

Brenda K. Jones 80 a resident of Macomb IL passed away at 750 p.m. Wednesday January 14 2026 at Wesley Village Healthcare Center in Macomb following an extended illness. Brenda was preceded in death by her mother Adeline M. Jones DCamp her brothers John and Charles Jones and her sister Marjorie Eric...

George Arthur Haralampopoulos beloved family patriarch and a pillar of his community passed away on January 23 2026 at the age of 75. A proud Chicagoan George was born on March 20 1950 to his loving parents Argyrios and Athanasia nee Mallires Haralampopoulos. Georges greatest pride was his family. H...

Linda S. Allen 66 of Rushville passed away at 1233 am on Tuesday July 26 2016 at Wesley Village in Macomb. She was born on June 19 1950 in Canton the daughter of Vernon and Helen Conner Derry. Linda married Len Allen on March 23 1984 in Rushville IL. He survives. Also surviving is her son Jeff Crabt...

Dale Phillip Martin 84 of Beardstown IL formerly of Athens IL passed away on Monday June 12 2023 at Heritage Health in Beardstown IL. He was born on September 27 1938 in Barry IL the son of Arthur and Mary Dehart Martin. He married Judith Kay Hunsley on April 22 1993. She preceded him in death on Ja...

Jeffrey W. Gain age 82 of Hardin IL died May 26 2022 at St Lukes Hospital in Chesterfield MO with his children at his side. He was born August 21 1939 in Rushville IL the son of Leslie W Gain and Vergil R Everman Gain. He married Judith Shaw of Appleton WI and they had daughters Ann Gain Gregory Sw...

Evelyn G. Coil 98 of Browning IL went to be with her Lord on Monday March 29 2021 at Heritage Health in Springfield IL. She was born on July 10 1922 on Morning Star Hill in Fulton County IL the daughter of Hardy and Violet Crable Thompson. Evelyn married Albert Leroy Coil on October 9 1951 in Peoria...

John Milton Davis 78 a resident of Kennesaw GA peacefully entered the embrace of his Heavenly Fathers arms on March 23 2024. Born on May 16 1945 in Alpharetta Georgia John was the cherished child of William and Ruth Davis. John came into this world with the wisdom of an old soul. Following his gradu...

Joann Parker Moran, age 78, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of love, devotion, and quiet kindness that touched all who knew her. Born on September 12, 1947, in Illinois, Joann carried a deep appreciation for family, home, and the simple beauty of everyday moment...

It is with both heavy hearts and grateful spirits that we celebrate the life of Charles Gilland, who passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on November 30, 1942, in Carrollton, Georgia, Charles lived a life defined by steady devotion to his family, his work, his faith, an...

Virginia Satcher Busby, age 84, of Carrollton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, leaving behind a life defined by faith, service, curiosity, and deep devotion to family and students alike. Born on October 19, 1941, in Pachuta, Mississippi, Virginia was the daughter of the late Elv...

Matthew Haynes, born July 17, 2000, in Carrollton, Georgia, passed away on February 2, 2026, leaving behind a family and community who will forever feel the absence of his steady presence and generous heart. Though his time was far too short, Matthew lived his years with purpose, loyalty, and a deep...

Joel K. Thomas, age 66, passed away on January 27, 2026. Born April 29, 1959, in Atlanta, Georgia, Joel was the son of Nalda White Weaver and the late Ronald Thomas.A proud graduate of Newnan High School, Class of 1977, Joel stepped directly into the working world after graduation and built a life d...

George Russell Pastor passed peacefully into the Lord’s hands on the morning of January 7th, surrounded by the love of his family, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.He was preceded in death by his parents, George Pastor Jr. and Andrea “Pat” Pastor of Lincoln Place, Pennsylvania.George w...

Today, we honor and celebrate the remarkable life of Mr. Brian Williams.Born on March 19, 1979, in Villa Rica, Georgia, to Mrs. Calamity (Henderson) Williams and Mr. Eugene Williams, Brian graced this world with his brilliance, kindness, and unwavering determination. On December 30, 2025, he peacefu...

Jane Juone Holloway Yates, age 86, of Bowdon, passed away on December 24, 2025. She was born on October 6, 1939, in Falkville, Alabama, to the late Ernest and Dorothy Shoemake Holloway.Juone graduated from Roopville High School in 1957 and built a life defined by hard work and devotion to her family...

Robert Wilton Gill, lovingly known to family and friends as Bobby, passed away peacefully at his home on December 24, 2025, surrounded by those he loved most. His life was one marked by quiet strength, steady faith, and a deep devotion to the people entrusted to his care.Bobby was a devoted husband,...

With hearts full of love and remembrance, we announce the passing of Brenda Sue Jones, who entered eternal rest peacefully on December 20, 2025. Born on March 1, 1955, in Atlanta, Georgia, Brenda lived a life defined by compassion, devotion, and a quiet strength that made everyone around her feel se...

With hearts full of love and gratitude for a life well lived, we share the passing of Juanelle Ramey Edwards, who went home peacefully on December 22, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by the family she so dearly loved. Born on December 28, 1946, in LaFayette, Georgia, Juanelle lived a life defined...

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of David Rex Waid, who departed this life on December 22, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on May 31, 1957, in Charles City, Iowa, David was the son of the late Frank Alden Waid and Marian Barger Waid. Throughout his life, David was known for his quiet strength...

With heavy hearts, we share the unexpected passing of Jimmy Andrew “Andy” Massengale, who entered eternal rest on December 13, 2025, at the age of 57. Born on January 7, 1968, in Carrollton, Georgia, Jimmy was a lifelong member of the community he loved. He was a man whose warm smile, gentle spirit,...

With heavy hearts, we share that Kathy Ann Medlock Shugart left this world on December 17, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on April 27, 1953, in Carrollton, Georgia, Kathy grew into a woman whose kindness and generosity left an imprint on everyone fortunate enough to know her.Kathy was a woman whose li...

A local legend has received her wings and will forever watch over us from on high. Doris Marie Driver Muse, age 98, of Carrollton, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025. She was born on February 10, 1927, and lived a life defined by her faith, strength, and love.She will be remembered for her ...

With heavy hearts, we share that Juli Little Sharpe left this world on December 8, 2025, at the age of 59. Born on May 7, 1966, in East Point, Georgia, Juli grew into a woman whose brilliance, kindness, and creativity left an imprint on everyone fortunate enough to know her. She was a devoted daught...