Joni Thea Withers Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Joni Thea Withers of Centralia, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 11, 2026 at the age of 68. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Joni departs from this earthly realm, her essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Joni may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Joni leaves behind.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Roger Z. "Rod" Withers and Beverly Jean Chapman (Hall). She is survived by: her stepfather John C. Chapman of Littleton, CO; and her siblings, Mitchell M. Withers (Jamie) of Marion, IL, David A. Withers of Melbourne, FL, Steve P. Withers of Jacksonville, FL, Joe W. Withers (Julie) of Vandalia, IL and Julie Kay Vincent of Littleton, CO..
Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 16th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Miller Funeral Home (831 N 5th St, Vandalia, IL 62471). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 16th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Saturday, May 16th 2026 at the McInturff Cemetery (207 IL-140, Vandalia, IL 62471).
Memorial donations can be made out to Second Chance Animal Rescue or the Fayette County Animal Control.
