Obituaries in Eldorado, IL

Larry A. Brown, 58, of Eldorado, IL, passed away on November 19, 2025 in Harrisburg, IL.Larry was born in Eldorado, IL on September 13, 1967 to the late Roy Michael and Donna Sue (Williams) Brown. Larry was a graduate of Galatia High School class of 1985 and SIC College. He was a former Deacon of ...

Melva L Caraway Holbrook3-6-27/ 10-25-25“Mel” was preceded in death by her parents, Homer and EvaCaraway, her brother, James Caraway, and her husband, BarneyHolbrook. She is survived by her daughter, Deb (Dick) Essex,Sheridan, WY and Surprise, AZ, her grandson, Jason (Anne)Salyards, Parker, CO,...

Leo J. Mahoney, 76, of Eldorado, Illinois, passed away on October 25, 2025, in Evansville, Indiana.Born on February 24, 1949, in Eldorado, IL to the late Lawrence and Margaret (Basinger) Mahoney. Leo was a lifelong resident of his hometown. He graduated from Eldorado High School in 1967 and went on ...

Judith Ann Watkins, 76, of Eldorado, passed away on September 21, 2025 in Carbondale, IL.She was born on June 11, 1949 to the late Elmer and Vivian (Phillips) Newton. She was a member of the Cedar Bluff Social Brothern Church.She married Esco Watkins and he preceded her in death on September 9, 201...

David Ray Johnson, 75, of Eldorado, passed away in Eldorado, on August 26, 2025.David was born in Eldorado on May 16, 1950 to the late Joe Arthur and Jo Ann (Johnson) Johnson. David was a member of Star General Baptist Church, he worked at Sahara Coal Mine #21, he owned Johnson Towing, Johnson Auto...

Beth Ann Watson, 55, of Eldorado, passed away on September 6, 2025 in Eldorado.She was born on November 30, 1969 to the late Charles and Marie (Murphy) Watson.Beth is survived by her fiance, Robert Feare of Eldorado, her faithful companions, five dogs, special friends, Angie Gollihur, Shyrl Jorge, M...

Phyllis Jean Mayberry, 83, of Broughton, passed away on, August 25, 2025 in Marion, IL.She was born on November 26, 1941 to the late Roy and Pauline (Allen) Hayter. She attended Broughton Baptist Church.On November 27, 1959 she married Vernon Ray Mayberry and he preceded her in death of February 19...

Robert A. “Robbie” Crouse, 67, of Eldorado, passed away on, August 13, 2025 in Carbondale, IL.Robbie was born in Rushville, IL on October 13, 1957 to the late Robert E. and Delores (Sipes) Crouse. He loved LA Rams football, watching NASCAR and spending time with his grandchildren and his many frie...

Cassidy Ann Robinson, 34, of Eldorado, IL passed away on August 4, 2025 at the Clay County Hospital as a result of a tragic automobile accident.She was born on May 11, 1991 to Terry and Patricia Pinson. Cassidy is survived by her devoted, loving wife of 7 ½ years, who she married on January 23, 202...

Dora J. Trail, 80, of Harrisburg, passed away on December 5, 2025 in Herrin, IL.Dora was born in Harrisburg, IL on September 13, 1945 to the late Norbit and Vernice (Karnes) Horton. Dora attended the Eldorado First Christian Church.On February 14, 1964 she married Richard Trail Sr. and he preceded ...

Timothy L. “Lone Wolf” Church, 37, of Harrisburg, IL, passed away on December 26, 2025 in St. Louis, MO.He was born in Carbondale, IL on November 2, 1988 to Roy L. and Angela (Stewart) Church. His favorite quote was “Quote the Raven Never More” by Edgar Allen Poe.He is survived by his parents, Roy ...

Rita A. Gilliam, 91, of Eldorado passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025 in Evansville, IN.Rita was born in Wyandotte, MI on September 21, 1934 to the late Charles and Julia (Dabija) Gibniewski. She worked at the Department of Rehabilation.On May 4, 1957 she married Neal Gilliam and he preceded her...