Frank & Bright Funeral Home and Cremation Services

04/04/2026

She will be remembered for her strong work ethic, her love of family, and the warmth she shared with everyone around her.

Linda Lou Wright, age 82, of Flora, and formerly of Clay City, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Axiom Gardens in Flora. She was born August 25, 1943, in Sailor Springs, the daughter of Robert and LaVern (Jenkins) Frank. She was ...

04/02/2026

He owned Louisville Lumber & Hardware, worked as a salesman for GAF Roofing, and also owned and operated Angelo’s Coffee Shop and ACA Roofing & Tile.

Albert Eugene “Gene” Venable, age 85, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Monday morning, March 30, 2026, at his home. He was born July 27, 1940, in Flora, the son of Albert and Eunice (Higgason) Venable. He was united in marriage to Ann...

04/02/2026

He loved his family and really enjoyed just sitting back listening to everyone visit.

Michael “Mike” Patrick Griffin, age 79, of Flora, and formerly of Champaign, Illinois, and West End, North Carolina, passed away Sunday afternoon, March 29, 2026, in Evansville, Indiana. He was born September 9, 1946, in Champaign, th...

03/29/2026

Above all, Kay will be remembered for her kind, loving, and caring heart, her outspoken nature, and her wonderful sense of humor.

Kay Carolyn Sears, lovingly known as “Grandma Kay,” of Flora, Illinois, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family, on Friday morning, March 27, 2026, at the age of 85. She was born September 8, 1940, in Warren, Arka...

03/28/2026

With a servant’s heart and a deeply caring nature, she dedicated over 40 years to nursing, working in various in-home roles, including hospice care, from 1984 to 2025.

Apryl Lynn Wallace, age 68, of Xenia, Illinois, passed away Monday, March 23, 2026, at Clay County Hospital. She was born November 16, 1957, in Hazel Crest, the daughter of William Arthur and Irma Jean (Smith) Webster. She was united in marriag...

03/28/2026

Dana L. Johnson, 72, of Rinard, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026, in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dana was born October 20, 1953 in Fairfield, Illinois to Lee Maitland and Betty Mae Flexter. She grew up outside of Rinard and later moved t...

03/23/2026

Darrel was raised in Hoosier Prairie alongside his brothers, where he learned to farm and milk cows.

Darrel Leon Britton, age 91, of Clay City, Illinois, was reunited in heaven with his wife and daughter on Saturday, March 21, 2026. He was surrounded by his family during his last hours. He was born on November 28, 1934, in Hoosier Prairie, Illin...

03/23/2026

Brenda Faye Williams, age 66, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2026, at her home. She was born March 16, 1960, in Lawrenceville, the daughter of Ellis “Speck” and Cora D. (Gerrish) Williams. She is survived...

03/23/2026

She would stop whatever she was doing to help wherever she was needed, which made her an excellent hospice helper as well as an in-home health caregiver.

Barbara Jeane McNicol Bargh, age 94, of Flora, Illinois, passed away peacefully at 12:30 a.m. Sunday, March 22, 2026, at Axiom Healthcare of Flora. She was born on December 19, 1931, in Patoka, Illinois. She was the youngest of 7 children. ...

03/19/2026

She was an exceptional baker, known for creating elaborate wedding cakes, and a gifted seamstress who lovingly made clothing for her family as well as beautiful wedding dresses.

Audra Lee Curtis, age 90, of Xenia, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital in Effingham. She was born October 26, 1935, in Piedmont, Missouri, the daughter of James William and Annie (Daviso...

03/18/2026

Over the years, he was also a handyman and self-employed carpenter, taking pride in his craftsmanship and his ability to fix or build just about anything.

Perry Ray Harrington, age 75, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Friday afternoon, March 13, 2026, at his home. He was born August 18, 1950, in Clay County, the son of William Henry and Ethel I. (Scammahorn) Harrington. Perry worked for 17 ...

03/14/2026

James was a talented carpenter and loved making things beautiful.

James A. Riggleman, age 70, of Xenia, Illinois, passed away Thursday afternoon, March 12, 2026, at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon. He was born August 30, 1955, in Wi******er, Virginia, the son of Garland W. and Bertie (Timbrook)...