The race for the Coroner’s office position was opened immediately following the announcement that Coroner Amy Calvert Winans would not seek reelection. Michael A. Assalley announced his candidacy for Christian County Coroner. Assalley is seeking the Republican nomination for this office in the Primary Election which will be held on Tuesday, March 19th, 2024. 

Assalley says he’s excited to announce his candidacy and that it has been a privilege to serve Christian County families for many years as a funeral director, deputy coroner, and community volunteer.  He says he has the experience it will take to serve as the next coroner. 

Assalley has already completed the necessary hours of required coroner’s training and has served as a Christian County Deputy Coroner for the past year.  “Throughout my time as a funeral director and deputy coroner, I have counseled families through some of the most difficult times. As Coroner, I will bring professionalism to the office that matches the serious nature of the office’s duties.”  

Mike Assalley is the owner of Assalley Funeral Homes in Taylorville, Morrisonville, Greenville, Panama, and Sorento.  He is a licensed funeral director and embalmer, a certified celebrant, and a licensed advanced planning consultant.  Mike has voluntarily served and was recently elected the president of the Greater Taylorville Chamber of Commerce.  He also voluntarily serves on the boards of the Taylorville Public Schools Foundation, Taylorville Ducks Unlimited, and Taylorville Kiwanis Club, and is a past member of the Downtown Taylorville Board. 

Assalley resides in Taylorville with his wife, Lauren and their three children.  He is an active parishioner of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Taylorville and a 4th Degree Member of the Knights of Columbus Council 2120. 

Find out more by visiting Mike’s campaign on Facebook by visiting www.Facebook.com/assalleyforcoroner.