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Adelheid Poland
Nov 19, 2024
Adelheid Poland, a remarkable woman of strength, determination, and love, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2024, at the age of 96. Born on June 11, 1928, in Germany to Albert and Gertrude Spohn. Growing up during wartime, Adelheid’s life was a testament to resilience and devotion.
Adelheid made her home in Marion, Illinois, where she built a life filled with...
Robert Eairheart
Nov 14, 2024
Robert Lowell Eairheart, born on June 5, 1942, in Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2024, at the Veterans Administration Community Life Center, surrounded by his beloved family. He was 82 years old and lived a long, fulfilling life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.
Robert was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend. He was deeply loved...
Vernell "Dick" Krumrey
Nov 13, 2024
Vernell “Dick” Nicholes Krumrey, 101, of Marion, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at 7:56 pm in his home surrounded by his family. Dick was born on June 24, 1923, in Williamson County to John and Ella (Fluck) Krumrey. In 1948, he married Mildred Reid in Williamson County. Mildred and Dick went on to have a son, Darryll Krumrey,...
Homer Lee Robinson
Nov 12, 2024
Homer Lee Robinson, 87, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 27, 1937, in Creal Springs, Illinois, the son of James Homer Robinson and Delliah Lavern (Campbell) Robinson.
Homer shared a remarkable 68 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Etta, whom he wed on November 15, 1956....
Charles "Chuck" Kerley
Nov 12, 2024
Charles “Chuck” Kerley, 75, of Cypress, Illinois, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 12, 2024. Born on August 13, 1949, in Peoria, Illinois, Chuck was the beloved son of the late Roy Jr. and Meryl Kerley. On March 14, 1982, he married the love of his life, Paula (Marks), and they shared over 42 wonderful years together.
Chuck dedicated...
Anita M Beard
Nov 12, 2024
Anita Marie Dillow Beard, 98, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully surrounded by family Tuesday morning, November 12, 2024. Anita was born in Dongola, Illinois, on November 2, 1926, the daughter of Carl Levi and Delsie Barkhauser Dillow.
She married Louie Cerney in 1946, and two children were born to this union: Cheryl and Duane, in 1948 and 1950, respectively. She...
Loudean Ellison
Nov 10, 2024
Loudean Ellison of Carbondale, Illinois, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday morning, November 10, 2024, with her loved ones nearby. Born on February 28, 1931, she was the beloved daughter of Marshall and Marie Frey.
A woman of strong Christian faith, Louden was a dedicated member of Oak Grove Gospel Mission. She found great joy in being a homemaker,...
Ralph Sullins
Nov 8, 2024
Ralph D. Sullins, 76, was born on July 10, 1948, in Dogwalk, IL (now Cedar Grove, IL). His Parents were Lloyd and Ruth (Roberts) Sullins.
He attended Marion Schools and graduated High School in 1966. He attended SIU-Carbondale and graduated with a teaching degree in Social Studies in 1973.
While attending SIU, he met his future wife Sandy who was attending John...
Linda Jean Zayed
Nov 5, 2024
Linda Jean Zayed (Owen) beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on November 5, 2024, in DuQuoin, Illinois at the age of 64. She was born on April 29, 1960, to Robert and Nancy Owen (Natts).
Linda is survived by her two children Jeanette Nation and Heather Zayed (Steven Bragovan), two granddaughters and siblings Robert Owen Jr., Michael Owen, David Owen,...
Vernys May Smith
Nov 2, 2024
Vernys May Smith, age 94, of Marion, IL, passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2024.
Vernys was born on October 30, 1930, on a farm in Missouri, to the late Lily and Harry Lewis. She resided in Missouri until she married Luther “Luke” Bradley at the age of 16 and moved to Southern Illinois. They shared many years together and went...
Marilyn Harris
Oct 31, 2024
Marilyn Sue Harris, 83 of Marion, passed away at 4:00 AM on October 31, 2024. Marilyn was born on August 12, 1941, in Marion to Joe B. and Edna (DuVall) Holland. She married Jackie “Jack” Dean Harris on June 10, 1960, in Pinckneyville, Illinois. He preceded her in death on March 7, 2018.
Marilyn formerly worked as a school bus driver...
Carlene-Kay "Carly" Abigail Skelcher
Oct 29, 2024
On March 23, 2024, a precious gift from God arrived on earth. She was named Carlene-Kay Abigail Skelcher. She was born 6 weeks premature and fought her way out of the NICU a month later. Carly was a precious gift to her daddy Casey Skelcher of Goreville, Illinois and mommy Maggie Hendrix of Lafayette, Indiana. They moved to Goreville, Illinois...
William "Billy" Dean Brewer
Oct 29, 2024
William “Billy” Dean Brewer, age 25, of Marion, Illinois, passed away unexpectedly on October 29, 2024. Billy was born on September 26, 1999, the beloved son of Keith and Deborah Brewer.
Billy worked alongside his father in construction and undertook various jobs, including rock hauling and landscaping. He was a lover of the outdoors and found joy in fishing, gaming, traveling,...
Noble "Toby" Barnette
Oct 27, 2024
Noble “Toby” Barnette, age 87, of Goreville, passed away on October 27, 2024, at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. Toby was born on July 1, 1937, in Wise, Virginia, to Audney and Pearl Barnette.
Toby worked as a night watchman for Southern Illinois Stone. He had a passion for old cars and spent many hours tinkering with them. An avid collector, he...
Beulah Faye Wagoner
Oct 24, 2024
Beulah Faye Wagoner, 47, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, October 24, 2024. She was born on September 8, 1977, the daughter of Ronnie Wagoner and Shirley Mathews.
Beulah cherished being a mother, adored her dogs, and took great joy in gift-giving and celebrating the Christmas season. She loved caring for others’ children, spending time with...
Barry Jackson
Oct 18, 2024
Barry Michael Jackson, 83, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully with his loved ones by his side. Born on September 26, 1941, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Barry was the beloved son of the late Marvin and Lula Jackson.
A hardworking and skilled welder, Barry retired after 25 years of service at Reynolds Metal in McCook, Illinois. He enjoyed spending his retirement pursuing...
Jeffrey Wayne McMillian
Oct 16, 2024
Jeffrey Wayne McMillian “Jeff” went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 16, 2024. He was born on January 9, 1961, in Conroe, Texas, to Benjamin “Bennie” and Billie Rosamond McMillian.
In 1986, Jeff moved to Marion, Illinois, where he quickly embraced the community and made it his home. A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, he...
Michelle Bean
Oct 12, 2024
Michelle Riddle Bean, 59, of Marion, Illinois, was called to heaven peacefully on October 12, 2024, surrounded by her loving husband and family. Born on August 13, 1965, in Belvedere, Illinois, Michelle was a shining star in the lives of everyone who knew her.
Heaven gained an Angel. Michelle loves the Lord, and her favorite saying was “God is good all...
Shirley Hill
Oct 8, 2024
Shirley Wilson Hill of Marion, Illinois, passed away on October 8, 2024.
Ms. Hill was born April 5, 1934, in Herrin, Illinois to Arthur G. and Norma Vaughn Wilson. She married Gordon L. Hill of Marion in 1952. He preceded her in death December 19, 1988.
Ms. Hill graduated from Herrin High School in 1952 and continued to keep in touch with...
Dimple Marie Hutson
Oct 7, 2024
Dimple Marie Hutson, passed away on October 7, 2024, at Deaconess Hospital in Marion, Illinois. She was born on January 8, 1953, in Marion, she was the beloved daughter of Jean and Harold Hundley. She graduated from Marion High School and was a dedicated member of the First Apostolic Church of Marion, Illinois. On January 4, 2003, she married Robert...
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