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Sue Rees
Mar 7, 2021
Sue Rees, 81, of Goreville and Deltona, Florida, passed away on Sunday, March 7, 2021 at 4:04 am at Halifax Health in Deltona, Florida.
Sue was born July 22, 1939 in Goreville the daughter of Lowell and Delores (Hudgens) Henderson. She married William Rees on March 9, 1978 in Hamilton, Ohio and together they have shared 43 years of marriage....
Sheila Mae Cagle
Feb 28, 2021
Marion-Sheila Mae (Bloodworth) Cagle, 62, passed away on Sunday, February 28, 2021 at her home.
Sheila was born on January 16, 1959 in Marion to Harvey Don and Geneva Mae (Midgett) Bloodworth.
Sheila was of Christian faith. Prior to her retirement, she worked for Wal-Mart. Sheila loved going to the races, crocheting, sewing, cooking, listening to music and being with...
Fred Cedar
Feb 24, 2021
Marion-Fred Charles Cedar, 86, passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at Herrin Hospital.
Fred was born on August 9, 1934 in Chicago to Joseph John and Hannah (Shea) Cedar. He married Darlene Clare Dolezich on August 30, 1958 at St. Augustine Church in Chicago.
Fred served in the U.S. Army and worked as an electrician for many years.
Survivors...
Annetta J. Markham
Feb 23, 2021
Goreville- Annetta J. Markham, age 84, of Goreville, passed away at 1:54am on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at St. Louis University Hospital.
Annetta was born on May 28, 1936, the daughter of Arthur A. and Lillian Elizabeth (Bauman) Dale. She married Donald E. Hileman in Kankakee in March of 1957. She later married Gerald Lee Markham in Kankakee in June...
Rosemary McKinney
Feb 13, 2021
On the morning of February 13th 2021, Rosemary McKinney was called home to meet her savior and those she loved that passed before her.
Rosemary was born December 9, 1939 in Stonington, Illinois the daughter of Orville and Beulah (Greer) Cowell. She married Delbert “Dean” McKinney in December, 1957.
Rosemary's life can be defined by faith and family. She grew...
Carmine M. Liscio
Feb 12, 2021
Carmine M. Liscio, age 91, of Creal Springs, passed away at 5:30am on Friday, February 12, 2021 at Integrity Healthcare of Cobden.
Carmine was born in Brooklyn, New York on November 8, 1929, the son of Michael and Philomena (Sarno) Liscio. He married Dorothy Padlo in Manville, New Jersey on February 23, 1952. She survives in Creal Springs.
Mr. Liscio...
John David Forester
Feb 11, 2021
John David Forester, 61, passed away on Thursday, February 11, 2021 at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, IN.
John was born on February 7, 1960 in Detroit, MI to Frank and Frances (McCann) Forester. He worked as a custodian at SIU.
Survivors include:
Parents-Frank and Frances Forester
Sister-Sandra Nelson
John will be buried at McKinney Chapel Cemetery in Marion. Blue Funeral...
Brenda South
Feb 10, 2021
Brenda South, 72, passed away on February 10, 2021 at her home.
Brenda was born on August 15, 1948 in Williamson County to Clifton and Margaret (Walker) Morgan. She married Jack South at Palestine Baptist Church on November 3, 1967 and he survives.
Survivors include:
Husband-Jack South of Johnston City
Daughter-Kimberly and Mike Redmon of Paducah
Grandchildren-Madi and Wes Redmon...
Martha Marie Jennings (Peaches)
Feb 5, 2021
Martha Marie Jennings (Peaches), 76, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family on Friday, February 5, 2021.
Martha M. Jennings was born on December 15, 1944 to Martha and Robert Perkins.
Survivors include her daughters, Tammy S. Childers and husband Matt of Marion, IL., Christina R. Hickey and husband Thomas of Johnston City, IL.; grandchildren, Dalton S. Francis,...
Gerald "Jerry" Qualls
Feb 4, 2021
A special note for Blackcat Nation....Brian is planning on setting up and broadcasting this evening's services for our dear friend, "Coach" Jerry Qualls. Coach Qualls was a cornerstone to our community foundation, and will be surely missed. Please tune in at 6 pm this evening to pay tribute to his memory and legacy, and also to show your support for...
Michael Hopkins
Feb 3, 2021
Michael Eugene Hopkins, 59, passed away on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at his home.
Michael was born on November 3, 1961 in Elgin to David Lee and Shirley Gene (Hall) Hopkins. He worked as a machine operator.
Survivors include:
Daughter-Nicki and Toby Holmes of Kingsland, GA
Son-Aaron Hopkins of Chaffee
Grandchildren-River and Brooks Holmes of Kingsland, GA
Sister-Reva and Ron...
Melanie Lynn Smith
Jan 24, 2021
Melanie Lynn Smith, 61, passed away on Sunday, January 24, 2021 at Baptist Health in Paducah.
Melanie was born on October 17, 1959 in Marion to Orville Eugene and Shirley Fern (Grimes) Hill. She married Charles Leonard Smith on January 11, 2011 and he preceded her in death in 2012.
Melanie worked in home care as a CNA.
Survivors include:
...
Reverend Mary L. Rodgers
Jan 19, 2021
Reverend Mary L. Rodgers, 80, of Goreville, Illinois, passed away at 1:24 p.m. on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at Carbondale Memorial Hospital.
Mary was born on May 8, 1940 in Williamson County, Illinois to the late Lester and Lucy (Blumenstock) Rodgers.
Mary was a member of the Pulley’s Mill Pentecostal Church, north of Goreville. She helped the pastor at the...
Peggy Wolaver
Jan 17, 2021
Peggy Ann Borum-Wolaver, 58, passed away on Sunday, January 17, 2021 at her home.
Peggy was born on March 14, 1962 in Chicago Heights to William McCarty and Sandra (Personius) Graves.
Survivors include:
Best friend of 35 years-Ronnie Borum of Marion
Daughter-Amanda Jackson of Marion
Son-Justin Wolaver of Marion
Daughter-Kristen Wolaver of Marion
Daughter-Amber Huse of Marion
Grandchildren:
Daishen Williams...
Arthur “Butch” Boatright
Jan 14, 2021
Arthur “Butch” Boatright, 81, passed away on Thursday, January 14, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family.
Butch was born on July 20, 1939 in Marion to Joseph and Madge (Lanthrum) Boatright. He married Lilly Stewart on May 25, 1963 in Marion.
Butch served in the U.S. Marine Corp. He worked as a cable splicer for GTE and a...
James Ronald Joyner
Jan 12, 2021
James Ronald “Ron” Joyner, 73, passed away on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville.
Ron was born on September 23, 1947 in Carbondale to Paul M. and Nita Jo (Webb) Joyner. He married Jean Ann Hunt at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in DuQuoin on September 23, 1978.
Ron was Treasurer for the City of Marion and was...
Randy Dunn
Jan 12, 2021
Randy Lee Dunn, 59, passed away on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at St. Louis University Hospital.
Randy was born on August 12, 1961 in Marion to Joe and Susan (Douglas) Dunn. He married Cathy Hoy on March 13, 2017 in Paducah and she survives.
Randy was a service tech for Ike Honda. He was of Christian faith and loved motorcycles.
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Geraldine Briggance
Jan 11, 2021
Herrin-Geraldine Briggance, 86, passed away on Monday, January 11, 2021 at the Voyage Senior Living Center in Herrin.
Geraldine was born on March 11, 1934 in St. Louis to Harry and Margaret (Meister) Codori. She married James Briggance on August 7, 1952 in Lenzburg, IL and he preceded her in death on January 17, 2000.
Geraldine worked as a sales...
Tom Christy
Jan 6, 2021
Tom Wayne Christy, 87, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Tom was born on August 24, 1933 in Chicago to Franklin Wayne and Helen (Rosenwinkle) Christy. He married Shirley Tersinor on April 24, 1976 in Mt. Prospect, Illinois.
Tom was a custom cabinet maker and a business rep for the Carpenters...
Lana Faye Emery
Jan 6, 2021
Lana Faye Emery, 71, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at Herrin Hospital.
Lana was born on October 23, 1949 in Harrisburg to Kenneth and Faye Marie (Hester) Thomas. Lana worked as a caregiver with the elderly. She was a member of the Full Gospel Tabernacle and loved the Lord and showing his love to people in need.
Survivors...
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