James “Jim” Welte age 63, of Ewing, MO died on Sunday, September 7, 2025, in his home. Jim was born in Quincy, IL on December 2, 1961, and was the son of Jerry and Kathy (Blevin) Welte. He married Mary S. Reckers in Alton, IL on August 1, 1987, in Alton, IL and she survives. Until April of this year, Jim was employed at…

Barbara Morse, age 84, of Camp Point, died on September 4, 2025 in her home. She was born on July 8, 1941 the daughter of Lorean “Marie” Katzenburger and Maurice Taylor. She married Michael Morse on March 31, 1979 in Havana, IL, he survives. Barb enjoyed camping with her family in Bernadotte especially during the Scenic Drive. She also loved singing in the family…

Sherrie Lohman, age 69, of Quincy, died on September, 1, 2025. She was born on October 2, 1955 in Quincy, the daughter of Shirely Masters and William “Bill” Casey. Sherrie married Philip Lohman, he survives. She is of the Catholic Faith. In addition to her husband, Sherrie is survived by her children: Tina Rosenstengle, Martha Chezem (William), Matthew Lohman (Tasia). Numerous grandchildren also survive.…

Jeffrey Alan Doan, 66, of Quincy, IL passed away peacefully Wednesday, February 12, 2025, in Blessing Hospital. Jeff was born on Sunday, September 21, 1958, in Salem, MO, the third child and second son of Charles (Charlie) Clayton Doan and Mary Lou (Smith) Doan. Jeff attended school in Mattoon, IL, Decatur, IL, then Quincy, IL at Highland Riverside, Quincy Junior High and Quincy Senior…

Arista Michelle Bauerly, age 47, of Quincy, died on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 11:29 PM after her courageous battle with cancer. She was born on August 10, 1978 in Quincy, IL. Arista was a graduate of Quincy Senior High School, class of 1996. She was the general manager of the Sheridan Swim Club. She will be remembered for her larger-than-life personality—sassy, unapologetically blunt,…

Paul E. Moody, Sr., age 73, of Quincy, died on Friday, August 29, 2025 in Blessing Hospital. He was born on January 19, 1952 in Quincy, Illinois. He married Ann Mock on June 14, 1975. She survives. Paul was a jack of all trades. Paul was co-owner of Nicholson & Moody Construction Co. Among other things, Paul was a mechanic, truck driver, and heavy…

Peggy L. Cole, age 81, of Quincy died on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at Quincy Family and Senior Living Center. Peggy was born on August 29, 1943, a daughter of Marion Francis and Inez (Hibbert) Tournear. She married Ernest L. Cole in Quincy on August 12, 1960. Ernie preceded her in death on January 4, 2013. Peggy was employed through Walmart as an associate.…

Danny D. Will, age 65, of Quincy, died on August 24, 2025 in his home. He was born on September 14, 1959 in Quincy, the son of Jerry Will and Mary Knowles Mendenhall. Danny had worked at PepsiCo for the majority of his career. He had also worked at Titan Wheel. Danny was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. In his younger years he…

Martha “Marty” J. Henderson age 85, of Quincy died on Friday, August 22nd, 2025, in Blessing Hospital. Martha was born on April 28th, 1940, in Decatur IL a daughter of Hamil “Hugh” Elam and Hilda (Rakers) Elam. She married Donald Dean Henderson on October 28th, 1961, in Mexico MO and he survives. Martha worked alongside her husband Don on the family farm. Her professional…

Charles William Perry, 89, known affectionately as “Bill” to friends and family, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2025, in his home in Adams, Illinois. As a man of honesty, integrity, and humor, Bill leaves behind a legacy rooted in devotion—to his loved ones, his work, his community, and his country. Born on December 9, 1935, in Quincy, Illinois, Bill was the youngest son…