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Brenda K. Witter, 69, of Fairfield, IL, passed away at 3:21pm on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at St. Vincent Hospital in E...
12/24/2025

Brenda K. Witter, 69, of Fairfield, IL, passed away at 3:21pm on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville, IN.

Brenda was born on February 6, 1956, in Fairfield, to R. Roland “Slim” and Lois (Tondini) Matthews. She married Robert “Bob” Witter who preceded her in death in 1995. After her husband passed away, she met her life partner, Randy Henson, who loved and cared for her for 30 years.

Over the years, Brenda had helped her father while he worked for Pepsi Cola, worked at John’s Red and White, and most recently, had been a caregiver. She was also very proud of her Italian heritage.

Survivors include her life partner Randy Henson of Fairfield, her son Bobby (Tia) Witter of Evansville, IN, five grandchildren Janessa Witter, Nic (Jenna) Allison, Zack (Whitney) Allison, and Joey Allison, five great grandchildren, her sisters Deborah (Loren Lee) Dunn and Susan (Terry) Austin both of Fairfield, along with several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and husband Bob Witter.

A graveside service will be held at 2pm on Monday, December 29th, at Maple Hill Cemetery in Fairfield. Family and friends are asked to go directly to the cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to the Wayne County Humane Society and can be given at the graveside service or at the Johnson and Vaughn Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

🎶We wish you a Merry Christmas, we wish you a Merry Christmas, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!🎶
12/24/2025

🎶We wish you a Merry Christmas, we wish you a Merry Christmas, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!🎶

SERVICE TIME UPDATE:A memorial service for Larry Withrow, who died on November 21, 2025, will be held at 12pm on Monday,...
12/23/2025

SERVICE TIME UPDATE:
A memorial service for Larry Withrow, who died on November 21, 2025, will be held at 12pm on Monday, December 29th, at the Kings Chapel Church in Fairfield, with burial to follow in Maple Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10am until the time of service at the church.

Elizabeth Robinson of Fairfield, died on Sunday, December 21, 2025, in OIney, Illinois. Elizabeth (Liz) was born in Cadd...
12/22/2025

Elizabeth Robinson of Fairfield, died on Sunday, December 21, 2025, in OIney, Illinois. Elizabeth (Liz) was born in Caddo Parish Louisiana on August 8.1935, to Robert Bernard and Vera Elizabeth (Carter) Schach.

Elizabeth graduated from Crossville High School with the Class of 1953 and was a member of Crossville Missionary Baptist Church. Elizabeth married John P. (Floyd) Robinson in 1956, and he proceeded her in death in 2021. Together, they spent their adult lives farming east of Fairfield.

Elizabeth is survived by her son- Robert (Teresa) Robinson of Fairfield; daughter- Renee (Mark) Smith of OIney; 7 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, 1 sister Glenna (Vernie) Sullivan, and 10 nieces and nephews also survive. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her husband Floyd, her parents Robert and Vera Schach, 3 sisters - Zelphia Scoggins, JoAnn Reeves, Jean Evans and 2 brothers James "Jimmy" Schach and Robert "Bob" Schach.

In keeping with Elizabeth's wishes, no public services will be held. Burial will be in Maple Hill Cemetery, Fairfield, Illinois. Johnson and Vaughn Funeral Home have been entrusted with all arrangements.

Whether it is the first year or many years, the holidays can be a hard time. Keep the fond memories of your loved ones c...
12/18/2025

Whether it is the first year or many years, the holidays can be a hard time. Keep the fond memories of your loved ones close this season. Let those memories bring a smile to your face.

Brenda Marie Gilbo, 74, of Fairfield passed away at 2:49PM on Sunday December 14, 2025, at her home. She was born in Hou...
12/16/2025

Brenda Marie Gilbo, 74, of Fairfield passed away at 2:49PM on Sunday December 14, 2025, at her home. She was born in Houlton, Maine on March 9, 1951, to Lewis and Jeannette (Bard) Markey. Brenda worked at various factories throughout her life and loved poetry and cooking.

Brenda is survived by her daughters- Cheryl (John) Gilbo of Syracuse NY, Tina Peddicord of Cisne, and Jeni (Daniel) Chow of Fairfield; six grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; brothers- Timothy (Karen) Markey of Florida and William Markey of Connecticut.

Brenda was preceded in death by her parents, sisters- Margaret Savoy, Delores Lamoureux, Joyce Markey, and Mary Elizabeth Markey, brothers- Lewis, Phillip, James, David, and Donald Markey.

Per Brenda’s wishes, her body will be cremated with no formal services held.

Robert David “Dave” Morris, 72, of Carmi passed away at 4:51AM on Sunday December 14, 2025, at Hamilton County Memorial ...
12/15/2025

Robert David “Dave” Morris, 72, of Carmi passed away at 4:51AM on Sunday December 14, 2025, at Hamilton County Memorial Hospital. He had worked for various Airlines including TWA and American Airlines. Dave was born in Hawaii on January 6, 1953, to Alvin Lee and Mary Belle (Giannapolous) Morris.

Dave is survived by his mother- Mary Morris of Carmi; brother- Rich (Cory) Morris of Phoenix AZ. He was preceded in death by his father.

Visitation for Dave Morris will be from 11-12 on Friday December 19, 2025, at Johnson and Vaughn Funeral Home with burial immediately following at Maple Hill Cemetery.

Joyce Marie McKitrick, 89, of Fairfield passed away at 8:15PM on Thursday December 11, 2025, at Deaconess Gateway Hospit...
12/13/2025

Joyce Marie McKitrick, 89, of Fairfield passed away at 8:15PM on Thursday December 11, 2025, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh IN. She was born in Boyleston on June 10, 1936, to Elroy and Zella (Russell) Shuffett. Joyce had worked at the Uptown Restaurant and was a caregiver for Addis Homecare for 25+ years. She is also a member of the First General Baptist Church and the American Legion Auxiliary.

Joyce is survived by her sons- Kenny (Debbie) McKitrick of Flora and Alan (Jolene) McKitrick of Fairfield; daughter- Christina (Bill) Murphree of Fairfield; nine grandchildren- Shelly (Ryan) Goodman, Joe (Tylar) McKitrick, Shauna Mark, Denisha (Brian) Hutto, and Jason (Nikki) McKitrick all of Fairfield, Billy (Andrea) French of Mill Shoals, Stephanie (Dallas) Shoemaker and Billy Murphree both of Owensville IN, and Bob Murphree of Princeton IN; Fifteen great grandchildren; six great great grandchildren; sisters-in-law- Cindy McKitrick of Fairfield and Sharon Wodicker of Boyleston; brother in law- Claude Mark of Fairfield; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, husband- James McKitrick, son- Dennis McKitrick, brother- Wayne Shuffett, sister- Myrtle Vanway, and a foster brother- Donald Sork.

Funeral Services for Joyce will be held at 11AM on Thursday December 18, 2025, at the Johnson and Vaughn Funeral Home with burial in Maple Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-7PM on Wednesday December 17, 2025, at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to Johnson and Vaughn Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses.

Today was our annual funeral home Christmas lunch. It's always a yummy occasion!! 😍
12/12/2025

Today was our annual funeral home Christmas lunch. It's always a yummy occasion!! 😍

Linda L. “Lynn” Carter-Leek, 75, of Fairfield, passed away at 10:46pm on Monday, December 8, 2025, at Wabash Senior Livi...
12/09/2025

Linda L. “Lynn” Carter-Leek, 75, of Fairfield, passed away at 10:46pm on Monday, December 8, 2025, at Wabash Senior Living and Rehabilitation in Carmi, IL. She had been a cook at the Enfield Nursing Home.

Lynn was born on May 24, 1950, in Olney, IL, to Noah and Anna (Lacefield) Duke. She was first married to Bob Carter who preceded her in death in 2003. She later married Vernon Leek who also preceded her in death in 2022.

Survivors include her sons Bobby (Shirley) Carter of Fairfield and Bertis (Amber) Carter of Princeton, IN, three grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren, two great great grandchildren, and her sister Hazel Mitchell of Fairfield.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two husbands Bob Carter and Vernon Leek, her granddaughter Amanda Tucker, and a brother-in-law Bob Mitchell.

A graveside service will be held at 1pm on Thursday, December 11th, at Shrewsbury Cemetery in Mill Shoals, IL. Family and friends are asked to go directly to the cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to the Johnson and Vaughn Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses. They will be accepted at the graveside service or at the Johnson and Vaughn Funeral Home which is taking care of arrangements.

The Fairfield lighted Christmas parade was held on Saturday evening, Dec 7th. The theme was a Tropical Christmas, making...
12/07/2025

The Fairfield lighted Christmas parade was held on Saturday evening, Dec 7th. The theme was a Tropical Christmas, making way for some very cool floats!! Enjoy!!🌴🎄😎

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