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Harold Worthen
Aug 20, 2017
Marion-Harold Worthen, 99, passed away on Sunday evening, August 20, 2017 in his home with his family by his side. Harold was born on October 15, 1917 in Marion to Harold and Mable (Logan) Worthen Sr. He married Lois Spiller on July 31, 1938. They had two sons. Harold was loved by everyone who knew him and was a kind,...
Emma Maxine Crossley
Aug 20, 2017
Emma Maxine Crossley, age 91, of Lamar, Missouri and formerly of Joplin, Missouri, died Sunday, August 20, 2017 at Truman Healthcare Center. Maxine was born August 8, 1926 in Marionville, Illinois to Jean and Opal (VanVeer) Girtman. After she graduated high school and pursued her career in special education, she ultimately earning her Doctorate of Education. She was a speech...
James "Jim" Phillips
Aug 14, 2017
Marion-James (Jim) Phillips, 70, formerly Carbondale, passed away at 10:02 p.m., Monday, August 14, 2017 in Herrin Hospital due to complications following surgery. Jim was born January 27, 1947 in Carbondale to John Henry Phillips and Reba Blonn (Frey) Phillips. Survivors include a sister, Doloris Jean Page of Marion and brother Jerry L. Phillips of Carbondale. Nephews Randy and Rick...
Paul Carr
Aug 14, 2017
Marshall, KY-Paul Edward Carr, 69, passed away on Monday, August 14, 2017 at his home. Paul was born on January 19, 1948 in Cairo to James and Lela (Abney) Carr. He was a retired captain on a tugboat. Survivors include: Sons: Brad Carr and Tim Carr of Calvert City, KY Grandchildren: Zachary Carr Sarah Carr Ariel Carr Johnathon Carr Brothers-Willie...
Tracy Gillum
Aug 8, 2017
Goreville-Tracy Lynn Pedigo Gillum, 49, passed away Tuesday, August 08, 2017 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. Tracy was born November 21, 1967 in Herrin to Joan (Stacy) Beadle and Kenneth Pedigo. Tracy was employed at Blue Cross Blue Shield in Marion. She enjoyed gardening, writing, reading, and spending time with the light of her life, her granddaughter, Summer. Tracy is...
Jimmy Haseker
Aug 8, 2017
Creal Springs- Jimmy L. Haseker, 54, 0f Creal Springs, passed away at 2:32 PM, Tuesday, August 8, 2017 at his friend’s home in Johnston City. Jimmy was born on June 19, 1963 in Chicago to Melvin and Agnes (Dempsey) Haseker. He married Tammy Jennings on July 12, 2003 at Marion Third Baptist Church. He and Tammy owned and operated Absolute...
Dennis Whitehead
Aug 7, 2017
Harrisburg-Dennis Whitehead, 63, passed away on August 7, 2017 at his home. Dennis was born on November 18, 1953 in Williamson County to Leo and Arlene (Singleton) Whitehead. He married Kim Cross on June 1, 1997 in Raleigh. Dennis served in the U.S. Army for 30 years, serving in Afghanistan Operation Enduring Freedom. He worked as a correctional officer at...
Billy Jo Penrod
Aug 7, 2017
Buncombe-Billy Joe Penrod, 77, passed away on Monday, August 7, 2017 at his home. Billy was born on May 7, 1940 in Cypress to Fate and Mary (Jones) Penrod. He married Jane Williams on April 19, 1958. She survives of Buncombe. Billy worked at S.I. Rock Quarry for 45 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. Survivors include: Wife-Jane Williams...
Rose Roberts
Aug 5, 2017
Martinton-Rose M. Roberts, 75, passed away on Saturday, August 5, 2017 at her home in Martinton. She was born on March 19, 1942, the daughter of Vernell and Ina Mae Hall Bell. She married Philip Roberts in Kankakee on November 11, 1961. He preceded her in death on November 6, 2010. Surviving are one son, Philip Glenn (Ruth) Roberts, Jr;...
Michael "Mike" Simmons
Aug 4, 2017
Goreville-Michael “Mike” Lee Simmons, 56, departed this life at 3:25pm on Friday, August 4, 2017 at his home. Mike was born on March 1, 1961. As a small child, he was adopted by Jesse L. and Clara “Faye” (Johns) Simmons of Marion. The family relocated to Goreville where Mike graduated from Goreville High School with the class of 1980. Early...
Donald "Curly" Francis
Jul 26, 2017
Goreville-Donald “Curly” Francis, 74 died at 4:00 AM on Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at Shawnee Christian Nursing Home. Curly was born in Johnson County, a home delivery, to Almus and Vivian (Kelley) Francis. He is survived by his children; Chris and Tina Francis of Goreville, IL, Sammy Francis of Marion, IL and Eric and Chrissy Francis of Crestone, CO, seven grandchildren;...
Virginia Vinson
Jul 24, 2017
Marion-Virginia Vinson, 93, passed away on Monday, July 24, 2017 at Integrity Healthcare. Virginia was born on July 20, 1924 in Marion to Jesse Ray and Edith (Atwood) Adams. Survivors include: Daughters-Patricia Ann Stewart of Harrisburg and Sharon Sue Jones of Forest, VA Brother-Charles Wayne Adams Sisters: Donna Jean Jones of Marion Barbara Gail Brock of Geneseo, IL Betty Marie...
Zoe Hampton
Jul 23, 2017
Marion-Zoe Kay Hampton, 15, passed away on Sunday, July 23, 2017 in Carbondale. Zoe was born on February 1, 2002 in Carbondale to Shannon Manson and Malissa Hampton. Zoe attended Marion Jr. High School. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends and was loved by everyone. Survivors include: Mother-Malissa Hampton of Marion Father-Shannon Manson of Madison Brother-Christian Jones of...
Charles Ray Grimes
Jul 22, 2017
West Frankfort-Charles Ray Grimes, 76, passed away at 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 22, 2017, at Herrin Hospital. Charles' wishes were to be cremated. A memorial services will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at Blue Funeral Home in Marion. Charles was born in Marion, Illinois to Dolphus Woodrow Grimes and Samelda Imogene (Presley) Grimes....
Rosemary Burns
Jul 18, 2017
Stonefort-Rosemary (Groves) Burns, 70, passed away on Tuesday, July 18, 2017 at 4:10pm surrounded by her loving family; husband, Robert Burns, daughter Rosemary Burns and her fiancé Justin Bagley, at Helia Healthcare in Energy. Rosemary was a 1964 graduate of Marion High School. After high school she attended Lockyears Business College in Evansville. After graduating college she came back to...
Dolores Wilson
Jul 16, 2017
Oxford, MS-Dolores Nadine Wilson, 89, formerly of Marion, died at 3:30pm on Sunday, July 16, 2017 at her home in Oxford. Mrs. Wilson was born on September 28, 1927 in Morehouse, MO to Clyde C. and Nellie O. (Jones) Hostler. She married Doyle S. Wilson, Jr. on September 28, 1944 in Piggott, AR. Mrs. Wilson was a member of the...
Adam Mays
Jul 2, 2017
Johnston City-Adam R. Mays, 39, passed away on Sunday, July 2, 2017 in Owensboro, KY. Adam was born on June 7, 1978 in Herrin to Kenneth and Gwen (Finney) Mays. He married Casey Haught in Williamson County on September 15, 2013. She survives Adam worked for Pepsi. He loved to fish, work on cars and spend time with his family....
Robert "Bob" Connell
Jul 1, 2017
Marion-Robert "Bob" D. Connell, 62, passed at his place of peace on Saturday, July 1st, 2017. Bob was born to parents Robert "Dog" and Patsy (Douglas) Connell on May 30th, 1955. He worked for the City of Marion for 30 years prior to his retirement in 2009. His joys in life were being a father and grandfather, traveling the country...
Elladee Bradley
Jun 30, 2017
Peoria-Elladee Bradley, 96, formerly of Marion, passed away on Friday, June 30, 2017 at Grandview Nursing Home in Peoria. Elladee was born on August 15, 1920 in Grantsburg to Rev. Robert and Dorothy (Simmons) Grant. She married Harold E. Beggs and he preceded her in death in Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. She then married Edward Hall and he...
Ronald Case
Jun 29, 2017
Goreville-Ronald Leon Case, 84, passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2017 at his home. Ronald was born on November 13, 1932 in Norfolk, NE to Cecil and Leona (Weaver) Case. He married Billie Everhart in Dayton, TN April 7, 1956. She survives of Goreville. Ronald served in the U.S. Navy where he was an avid tennis champion. He retired as...
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