Sharon Louise McCollum, age 90, of Quincy, Illinois, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2026, in Blessing Hospital. She was born December 8, 1935, in McNeal Hospital in Berwyn, Illinois, the daughter of Melvin and Mildred “Mel and Mil” (Underbrink) Roth. Sharon married John E. McCollum. He preceded her in death. Her family moved from Berwyn to Quincy in 1942. She attended St. Francis…

Isabelle Theresa Jones, age 20, of Quincy, died on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 in Blessing Hospital. She was born on April 29, 2006 in Springfield, IL. Isabelle was a member of St. Francis Catholic Church. Isabelle attended Pawnee Preschool, Early Childhood, Washington Elementary School, Baldwin School, Quincy Junior High School and Quincy Senior High School, where she was a proud Class of 2024 graduate.…

In remembering a life filled with love, laughter, and an unwavering faith, we announce the peaceful passing of Pamela Howald, affectionately known as “Miss Pam,” on May 28, 2026 in Blessing Hospital surrounded by her family. Born on October 17, 1948, in Hancock County, Illinois, Pam was the cherished daughter of Delbert and Geneva Robinson, both of whom predeceased her. She was also preceded…

Ronald L. Watts, age 60, of Plainville, IL died on June 7, 2026 in Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO. He was born on September 10, 1965 in Quincy, the son of Harold and Zandra (Baker) Watts. He graduated from Unity High School In 1984 in Mendon, IL. Ron worked in automotive repair for 42 years with the last 27 ½ years owning and…

Our beloved mother, grandmother and sister, Jeanetta Bernice (Hammond) Green, age 86, entered eternal rest on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at Good Samaritan Home of Quincy, IL. Jeanetta was born on October 3, 1939 in Quincy, IL, the oldest daughter to Walter and Thelma Hammond. She grew up in Quincy, attended Quincy High School, and graduated in 1957. Soon after graduating she met the…

Jill Ellen Cobb, 76, of Quincy, passed away at home on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. She was born on February 16, 1950, in Quincy, to D.R. and Myrtle (Oberdahlhoff) Watkins. On July 11, 1970, she married Phillip D. Cobb, who survives. She was a caregiver for over 40 years. Jill was an avid NASCAR and World of Outlaws fan. She and Phillip traveled to…

Lakeia N. Smith, age 30, of Quincy, died in her home on June 1, 2026. She was born on November 21, 1995 in Quincy. Lakeia was a graduate of Quincy High School and had presently been working at Auntie Anne’s. Lakeia was a TikTok superstar. She loved her music and being a ‘Swiftie’ for Taylor Swift. She was always playing jokes, especially on her…

Marjorie L. Spoonmore age 92, of Quincy died on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in Quincy Healthcare and Senior Living Center. She was born in Quincy on June 11, 1933, a daughter of John H. and Antoinette M. (Blaesing) Willer. Marge married Herbert V. Hollensteiner on February 17, 1954, in St. Francis Catholic Church, he preceded her in death on July 6, 1955. She married…

Carter Michael Scott, age 22, of Paloma, died on June 1, 2026 in Springfield, IL. He was born on July 30, 2003 in Quincy, the son of Michael ‘Todd’ and April (Heming) Scott. Carter had attended Liberty High School and was a graduate of Quincy High School. He had worked for WIS-PAK in Quincy but was very proud of the fact that he had…

Steven Blacketer, age 73, of Quincy, died on Sunday, May 31, 2026 in St. Louis, MO. He was born on October 12, 1952 in Quincy the son of Earl Eugene and Rhoda (Finney) Blacketer. He married Pamela King on September 20, 1974. She survives. Steve was retired from Gardner-Denver. In 1995, along with his wife, they opened the ‘Old River Antique’ store in Hannibal,…