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William Gene Gibbs
Jan 6, 2017
William Gene Gibbs, 61, of Johnston City, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2017 at 6:49 am at his home. He was born in Alton, Illinois the son of Charles and Lucille (Gibbons) Gibbs. He married Genie Runion on March 24, 1973 in Meadowbrook, Illinois. Together they have shared over 43 years of marriage. He was a veteran, proudly answering...
Martin Neil Heisler
Jan 6, 2017
Martin Neil Heisler, 79, of Marion, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2017 at 12:50 pm at his sister’s home. In accordance with his wishes he will be cremated and no services will be held. Blue Funeral Home in Marion is assisting the family.
Marvin Pulley
Jan 6, 2017
Marvin Pulley, 81, of Marion, Illinois passed away peacefully on Friday, January 06, 2017 at Mount Vernon Health Care Center with his son, Jeff Pulley, and granddaughter Kaci Dunn at his side. Born on August 1, 1935 in Marion, IL to Guy and Sylvia Pulley, he lived his entire life in the Marion, Illinois area. He grew up on a...
Mrs. Mary Robertson
Dec 24, 2016
Marion- Mary L. Robertson, 93, of Marion, passed away at 8:45 PM, Christmas Eve at Marion Rehab and Care Center. Mary was born on February 23, 1923 in Mayfield, KY to Luther Elwood and Dola Ann (Lamb) Morris. She married Dorris “Robbie” Robertson on November 15, 1941 in Charleston, MO. He preceded her in death on July 9, 1984. Mary...
Marjorie Lampley
Dec 22, 2016
Herrin-Marjorie Ellen Lampley (née Coles) passed away peacefully on December 22, 2016 at the age of 84 at Shawnee Christian Nursing Center in Herrin, IL. She is preceded in death by her parents, Elsie & Floyd Coles, and her 2 brothers, Harold and Roy, and her beloved son Kenneth Lampley. She is survived by her 2 sisters, Helen Hucke & Reva Coles,...
Rhonda Lynn LeMay
Dec 19, 2016
Marion- Rhonda L. LeMay, 57, of Marion, passed away at 3:22 PM, Monday, December 19, 2016 at Kindred Hospital in Sycamore, IL. Rhonda was born on January 16, 1959 in Marietta, Georgia to Fred Ray and Violet Wanita (Murphy) LeMay, Sr. She formerly worked as a waitress at Pulley’s in Marion and was a bartender at the Marion Eagles. Rhonda...
Shirley McKenzie
Dec 14, 2016
Marion-Shirley Jean McKenzie, 79, passed away on Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at her home. Shirley was born on March 9, 1937 in Johnson County to Melvin and Nadine (Cavitt) Gurley. She married Jimmy Dale McKenzie on August 30, 1953 in Vienna. He preceded her in death on June 4, 2013. Shirley worked over 25 years as a head cook for...
Mildred "Millie" Cast
Dec 13, 2016
Harrisburg-Mildred “Millie” Cast, 92, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, December 13, 2016. Millie was born on December 24, 1923 in Creal Springs to John and Kate (Renschler) Elkins. She married Eugene (Gene) Cast in October 1942. Millie was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years; her parents; brothers, Edward and Robert; two sisters, Hazel...
Gladys Stokes
Dec 12, 2016
Grand Chain-Gladys Stokes, 89, formerly of Goreville, passed away on Monday, December 12, 2016 at Hillview Healthcare. Gladys was born on December 16, 1926 in Carterville to William and Margaret (James) Hindman. She married Kenneth Stokes in Piggott, AR on December 16, 1948 and he preceded her in death. Gladys was the oldest living member of Shiloh Baptist Church in...
James Pape
Dec 11, 2016
Marion-James W Pape, 64, passed away on Sunday, December 11, 2016 at Heartland Regional Medical Center. James was born July 7, 1952 to Kathleen and Walter Pape. He grew up in Marion, Illinois and attended school in Creal Springs and Marion. He was active in Boy Scouts, Little League Sports, and band. With any free time, he loved to wonder...
Mabel Bird
Dec 9, 2016
Marion-Mabel Bird, 90, went to her Heavenly Home in the early morning hours on Friday December 9, 2016. Funeral services will be held at 12 noon, Wednesday December 21, 2016 at the Blue Funeral Home in Goreville with Pastor Joseph Pike officiating. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until noon, Wednesday, December 21, 2016 at the funeral home. Burial will...
Harold "Hal" Yates
Dec 5, 2016
Goreville- Harold “Hal” Yates, 90, of Goreville, passed away at 5:25 AM, Monday, December 5, 2016 at Reflections Assisted Living in Carterville. Hal was born on July 5, 1926 in Clinton, IL to Ralph and Ellen Marie (Moberly) Yates. He married Shirley Emery on March 1, 1953 in Peoria, IL. She survives of Goreville. He fought bravely during WWII as...
Carl Thetford
Dec 2, 2016
Sedalia, MO-Carl E, Thetford, 77, formerly of Marion, IL, died Friday, December 2, 2016 at his home. Born June 26, 1939 in Marion, IL, he was the son of the late Charles Roy and Etha Nell (Lanom) Thetford. On June 22, 1961 in France, he was united in marriage to Liliane H. Dunoye, who preceded him in death on February...
Betty Dunlap
Dec 2, 2016
Marion-Betty Jean Dunlap, 83, passed away on Friday, December 2, 2016 at Herrin Hospital. Betty was born on December 22, 1932 in Springfield, MO to Louis and Inez Lay. She married Raymond Allen Dunlap, Sr. Betty was of Christian faith. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Survivors include: Son-Wayne Dunlap and Michaella Rich of Marion Grandchildren: Michelle Dunlap...
Wilma Harkrider
Nov 28, 2016
Herrin-Wilma Harkrider, 61, passed away on Monday, November 28, 2016 at her home. Wilma was born on September 6, 1955 in Williamson County to Emery and Helen (Doss) Burnett. She married Randy Harkrider and he preceded her in death. Wilma was a homemaker and loved spending time with all her family. She will be missed by all. Survivors include: Daughters:...
Ruby Ponder
Nov 27, 2016
Marion-Ruby Maurine Ponder, 96, passed away on Sunday, November 27, 2016 at Carrier Mills Nursing Home. Ruby was born on April 14, 1920 in Portales, New Mexico to Everett Glenn and Elvie (Hedgecock) Givens. Survivors include: Daughter-Sharon and Gary Bundren of Marion Daughter-Cheryl Whitehead of St. Ann, MO Daughter-Sheila Winters of Marion Son-Michael and Florence Ponder of Marion Grandchildren: Michael...
Allen Ray Fox
Nov 25, 2016
Marion-Allen Ray Fox, 67, passed away on Friday, November 25, 2016 at Herrin Hospital. Allen was born on August 21, 1949 in Carbondale to Robert and Veda Fox. He married Betty Lou Welford on April 20, 2007. She survives. Allen served in the U.S. Army. He worked for the Pepsi Co. Company for 15 years and Cracker Barrel for 9...
Danalynn Rice
Nov 24, 2016
Marion-Danalynn Rice, 65, passed away on Thursday, November 24, 2016 in Cullman, Alabama. Danalynn was born on September 1, 1951 in DuQuoin to Daniel and Rosemary (Dameron) Rice. She was a Union Rep for Southern and Central Illinois Laborers Union. Danalynn was a huge fundraiser for the children’s charities. Survivors include: Sister-Georgianna Jo Rice of Tampa, Florida Brother-Louis Clifford Rice...
Robert Steveson
Nov 16, 2016
Marion-Robert "Bob" "Rob" A. Steveson, 65, passed away on Wednesday, November 16, 2016 at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville. Robert was born on April 13, 1951 in Redlands, CA to James and Mary Annie (Arnold) Steveson. He married Corinne McCoy in Mason City on November 25, 1973. Robert served in the U.S Air Force. He was a member of Zion United...
William Clarida
Nov 12, 2016
Marion-William Clarida, 82, passed away on Saturday, November 12, 2016 at Heartland Regional Medical Center. William was born on May 7, 1934 in Marion to Bert and Lydia Clarida. He married Barbara Motsinger and together they shared 62 years of marriage. William served in the US Navy. He was the owner operator of Sunoco Service Station in Marion. William later...
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