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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2025
Judith Mara Gutman
Judith Mara Gutman (1928-2025), an historian, writer, curator, and educator who revealed to the world the work of the photographer, Lewis W. Hine and anonymous Indian photographers, died on October 7, 2025, in her apartment on Manhattan's Upper West Side, surrounded by people who loved and cared for her. She was 97 years old. The cause was congestive heart failure, according to VNS Hospice.
Judy maintained her indomitable spirit through the last days of her very long life—sharp, conversant, connected,...
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Published on Oct. 08, 2025.
John Zink
John Zink passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025 after a short fight with pancreatic cancer. John was a quiet and generous soul, always willing to help. John grew up in Flemington, New Jersey, the oldest son of Charles and Marie Zink, and brother to Tish, Peter, Michael, and Jeremy. He met the love of his life, his wife Debbie Zink, during college and the two spent over four decades together having adventures and living life with no regrets. Their...
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Published on Oct. 08, 2025.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2025
Kathy B. Culberson
Kathy B. Culberson, 70, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025, in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Born on August 3, 1955, in Spartanburg, she remained a proud and devoted member of her hometown community throughout her life.
As per request, no funeral or memorial service will be held. Kathy choose to donate her body to science to the University of South Carolina School of Medicine.
Kathy dedicated her professional life to education, working as a teacher with a passion for guiding...
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Published on Oct. 07, 2025.
Chadd Barney
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Chadd Barney. He passed away on October 7th, 2025, and went immediately into the arms of his Lord and Savior.
Chadd was born December 1, 1976, in Grant County to Lisa and David Barney. He married the love of his life Stephanie Brickner on April 16, 2004. He graduated from Southwood High School in Wabash County in 1996.
Chadd had a love of the outdoors and sports and was...
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Published on Oct. 07, 2025.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2025
George H. Trauger, Jr.
George H. Trauger, Jr., 92, husband of the late Margaret T. (Fulton) Trauger, died Monday, October 6, 2025, at his Trappe, PA home, following a long illness.
George was born on December 15, 1932, in Philadelphia, PA, to the late George H., Sr. and Antoinette (Klinger) Trauger. He was a graduate of A.D. Eisenhower High School, Norristown, PA.
Before retiring, George was a steelworker for the Alan Wood Steel Corp, Conshohocken, PA, and Cann & Saul Steel Co., Royersford, PA....
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Published on Oct. 13, 2025.
Harvey Avellone
Harvey Avellone passed away in his home in St. Louis on October 6th, 2025.
Harvey was preceded in death by his wife, Vicki, his son, Joseph, his father Salvatore, his mother Mary, his sisters Carmela and Barbara and his brothers Pierre and Tom. He is survived by his daughters Mary, Kathleen, Angela, and Gina, and his sons Michael, Greg and Gerard, his brother Richard and his sister Gandolfa, as well as 15 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.
Harvey was a...
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Published on Oct. 13, 2025.
Lisa Marie Jones
Lisa Marie Jones, 32 of Dallas passed away October 6, 2025. Lisa was born on January 8, 1993, in Dallas. She is preceded in death by her father Jerry Moreno, Sr. She is survived by husband her husband, Reagen Wayne Jones, children Briana Marie, Natalie Ann, and Tyler Wayne, her sister Crystal Rodriguez, and her brother Jerry Moreno, Jr. Lisa and Reagen married on September 9, 2016. Lisa was known as a good wife, and an exceptional mother, who always...
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Published on Oct. 13, 2025.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2025
Gregory Francis Tornincasa
Gregory F. Tornincasa of Yolo, California passed away peacefully 2 days short of his 73rd birthday on October 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on October 8, 1952, in Youngstown, Ohio, Greg lived a life filled with integrity, generosity and ambition driven by hard work and a cup of coffee. He will be forever remembered by all who knew him as a kind, fair, and endlessly giving man—someone who always had a treat in his pocket for every...
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Published on Oct. 12, 2025.
Esther Monroe
Sunrise October 30, 1926
Sunset October 6, 2025
Born October 30, 1926, in Bienville Parish, Louisiana, to Razly and Viola Monroe, Erastus Monroe, known as Esther Monroe, was a man of unwavering faith, deep devotion to family, entrepreneurial vision, and steadfast commitment to community. He accepted Christ as a pre-teen, baptized at St. Matthew Baptist Church in Ringgold, Louisiana, and ordained as deacon at Greenwood Acres Missionary Baptist Church in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Born during a time when opportunities for Black...
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Published on Oct. 12, 2025.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2025
Mary Elizabeth (Beth) Ounsworth
It is with deep sorrow and profound love that we announce the passing of our beloved mom and biggest fan, Mary Elizabeth "Beth" Ounsworth (née Fitzgerald), who died on October 6, 2025, after a long journey with Alzheimer's disease. Courageous understates how she faced a diagnosis that no one wants, and how she lived the last 12 years with grace, a smile, and laughter despite everything. She was remarkable, strong, talented, generous, kind, fun-loving and thoroughly devoted to her family...
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Published on Oct. 11, 2025.
Thomas Mark Salansky
Thomas "Tom" Mark Salansky of Downers Grove, IL, lovingly known as "Sal" to those closest to him, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on October 6, 2025 at the age of 70 years old.
Tom faced life's challenges with extraordinary strength and resilience. A survivor of stage 4 squamous cell carcinoma and a courageous fighter against multiple sclerosis and lupus, he met every trial with the same determination and perseverance that defined his life.
A man of...
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Published on Oct. 11, 2025.
Shirley Jean Gilmour
Shirley Jean (Leistner) Gilmour, age 73, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025, in Traverse City, Michigan. Born on June 15, 1952, in Bad Homburg, Germany. Shirley immigrated to the United States as a toddler and was raised near Saginaw, Michigan. A graduate of Carrollton High School, Class of 1970, Shirley began her career serving the community through her work with the Saginaw Township. In 1983, she moved to Fife Lake to be with her husband Dick Gilmour, where she...
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Published on Oct. 11, 2025.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2025
Spencer Plumley
Mr. Spencer Glendas Plumley, Sr., age 76, passed away on October 6, 2025, in Rogers, Arkansas. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, pastor, and friend, Spencer lived a life marked by service—to his country, his faith, and his community.
Born on November 30, 1948, Spencer was the son of Lantis Plumley and Darline Sinclair Plumley. He graduated from Lewisville High School and went on to earn a degree from Saint Paul School of Theology. His calling led him to...
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Published on Oct. 10, 2025.
Michael D Dyer
Michael D. “Mike” Dyer, 83, of Seymour, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on October 6, 2025, surrounded by his wife Janet and their daughters, Linda and Sherri. Mike was many things—ornery, creative, curious, stubborn, funny, and endlessly kind. Those who knew him could always tell when he was up to no good - that signature smirk gave him away every time. He was a man who never met a stranger and never missed a chance for conversation—or a good...
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Published on Oct. 10, 2025.
Kevin Wayne Bushnell
Kevin Wayne Bushnell
March 31, 1963 - October 6, 2025
Kevin Wayne Bushnell, 62, of Metamora, passed away peacefully at 10:34 p.m. on October 6, 2025, at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, surrounded by his loving family. He had been receiving compassionate hospice care for several weeks, lovingly supported by his wife of 36 years, Linda, and their family.
Born on March 31, 1963, in Peoria, Kevin was the son of Gary and Brenda Bushnell. He grew...
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Published on Oct. 10, 2025.
Norman Paul Finnegan
Norman Paul Finnegan, 83, of 6 Lilac Drive, Rochester, NH, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025. Norman will be forever remembered for his infectious spirit, his kind heart, and his unwavering devotion to his family. Born in Salem, MA, on January 31, 1942, Norman was the only child of the late William A. Finnegan and Helen T. (Varley) Finnegan. He attended Salem High School and applied his sharp intellect professionally, dedicating many years of his career to working with...
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Published on Oct. 10, 2025.
Bernice Anne Palmer
Bernice (Bea) Palmer, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully with family at her bedside in Scottsdale, Arizona, on October 6, 2025. She was born on February 4, 1943, in Spokane, Washington.
Bea is survived by her loving husband, Art; their three children, Gregg, Art (Shelley), and Christopher; her granddaughters Grace Palmer, Alison Palmer, and Zoe Pittman; and her brother Jim Wiegele (Dagmar). She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Jane Wiegele, and her brother,...
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Published on Oct. 10, 2025.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2025
Marietta Ruth Lazzo
Marietta Ruth (Byerly) Lazzo, age 86, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025.
Born in Peoria, Illinois, Marietta lived a remarkable and adventurous life filled with love, learning, and laughter. She dedicated over 30 years to teaching, inspiring generations of students with her patience, curiosity, and compassion. Her love for knowledge extended beyond the classroom—she was an avid crossword and cryptogram enthusiast, a devoted listener of classical music, and a lifelong learner who found joy in every new experience.
After...
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Published on Oct. 09, 2025.
Carl Eastis
Carl Allen "Big Poppa" Eastis, age 71, passed away on October 6, 2025, in McCalla, Alabama. Born on October 1, 1954, in Bessemer, Alabama, Carl lived a life marked by dedication to service, deep family ties, and a passion for the things he loved most.
Carl served as a Birmingham Police Officer for 20 years, committing two decades of his life to protecting and serving his community. His work left a lasting impact on those around him and reflected his...
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Published on Oct. 09, 2025.
Christopher Mora Hall
Christopher Mora Hall, son of Hazel Cook Hall and Alfred Jefferson Hall Sr., passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025, in his hometown of Annapolis, surrounded by his family and close friends after a long battle with brain cancer. Born on October 28, 1967, Chris was the youngest of four children, Jeffrey Hall (wife, Jane), Sandy O'Hearn (husband, Kevin), and Bryan Hall. Chris was a devoted uncle to Kimberly Stevenson, Priscilla Stead, Kari Hall, Julie Hall, and Jonathan Hall.Above all,...
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Published on Oct. 09, 2025.
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