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Larry Schuetz
Jan 5, 2015
Johnston City - Larry C. Schuetz, 72, formerly of New Baden, IL, was called into the arms of God at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO on January 5th, 2015, as the result of a massive stroke. Larry was a cultivator of the earth, man of faith, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend to many. Larry was born on...
LuReta Taylor
Jan 5, 2015
Marion-LuReta Viola Taylor, 90, passed away peacefully at 5:55pm on Monday, January 5, 2015 at Parkway Manor in Marion. LuReta was born on May 31, 1924 in Nebo, IL to Joe and Leona (Ellege) Benz. She married Roy Dean Taylor on December 18, 1966 in Marion. He survives of Marion. LuReta retired from teaching cosmetology at local universities in 1980. ...
Dexter Colbroth
Jan 2, 2015
Marion-Dexter Colbroth, 44, passed away at 3:30am on Friday, January 02, 2015 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. Dexter was born on September 7, 1970 in Marion to John and Rosie (Colbroth) Heidlebaugh. He was a member of Fellowship Christian Church and loved to take long rides. He will be missed by all Survivors include: Parents-John and Rosie Heidlebaugh of Marion...
John Yates
Jan 1, 2015
Marion-John Yates, 51, passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2015 at his home. John was born on June 23, 1963 in Woodriver, IL to Charles and Stella (Spiller) Yates Sr. He married Dana Brown in Kethcikan, AL. She survives of Marion. John was a wonderful husband, father and son in law. He was very loved and will be terribly missed...
Lura Marks
Dec 31, 2014
Creal Springs-Lura Marks, 89, passed away at 3:00am on Wednesday, December 31, 2014 at her home. Lura was born on November 12, 1925 in Williamson County to Gilbert and Lura (Sutton) Malcom. She married Bill Marks on October 4, 1952 in Benton. He preceded her in death on May 2, 1996. Lura was a homemaker, a loving wife, mother, grandmother,...
James "Jim" Clark
Dec 31, 2014
Carterville-James “Jim” Kenneth Clark, 64, passed away at 6:14pm on Wednesday, December 31, 2014 at his home. Jim was born on July 31, 1950 in Flint, MI to Donald and Imogene (Tedford) Clark. He married Kay Helwig on February 22, 1969 in Flint, MI. She survives of Carterville. Jim enjoyed country music and was musically inclined and knowledgeable about all...
Martha Frame
Dec 29, 2014
Marion- Martha L. Frame, 57, of Marion, formerly of Equality, passed away at 5:55 AM, Monday, December 29, 2014 at Heartland Regional Medical Center. Martha was born on May 29, 1957 in Durham, NC to Joe and Mary Ann (McCue) Lands. She received her Bachelor’s Degree from Steven’s College in Columbia, MO. She worked many years as a Radio DJ...
Virginia Sanders
Dec 28, 2014
Marion- Virginia L. “Tooter” Sanders, 87, of Marion, passed away at 7:34 AM, Sunday, December 28, 2014 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in Marion. She was born on December 5, 1927 in Johnston City to Aubrey and Myrtle (Sheldon) Grant. She married Julian Sanders on Valentine’s Day 1947 in Johnston City. Virginia worked as a teller for several years for...
Ouida Sumrall
Dec 28, 2014
Marion-Ouida Sumrall, 86, formerly of Amherst, VA and Wiggins, MS, passed away at 12:30pm on Sunday, December 28, 2014 at Helia Healthcare in Herrin. Ouida was born on October 16, 1928 in Cleveland County, AR to George Thomas and Mary Annie (Wilson) Parker. She married James Elliot Sumrall, Sr. on July 8, 1949 in Columbia, MO. He preceded her in...
Lois Krivanko
Dec 26, 2014
Lois Krivanko, 82, formerly of Marion, Illinois went home with the Lord on December 26, 2014 at 7:30 pm near St. Louis, MO surrounded by family. Lois was born on April 22, 1932 to Frank and Maxine (Howard) Lear. She married Robert John Allen Krivanko on November 26, 1949. He preceded her in death. Lois was a creative, talented homemaker,...
Mary "Kathryn" Edwards
Dec 21, 2014
Benton-Mary "Kathryn" Edwards formerly of Christopher passed away December 21, 2014, at the Duquoin Nursing Home and Rehab Center. She was born April 2, 1916. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde Edwards, sons, Clyde Deon, Robert Ray (Rock), and Joseph Edwards. She is survived by Margaret (Carl) Pritchett of Marion, Shelby Brown of Chester, Betty (Rich) Newsom...
Joseph Edwards
Dec 17, 2014
New Burnside-Joseph Martin Edwards, 53, passed away at 8:13am on Wednesday, December 17, 2014 at his home. Joseph was born on January 14, 1961 in Marion to Cecil Clyde and Mary K. (Davis) Edwards. His hobbies included fishing, cookouts, family gathering and working on cars. He was a shade tree mechanic and loved spending time with his grandkids. Survivors include:...
Mae Bell Lyerla
Dec 16, 2014
Peoria-Mae Bell Lyerla, 78, passed away at 8:30pm on Tuesday, December 16, 2014 at her home. Mae Bell was born on September 17, 1936 in Williamson County to Louie and Ethel (Boner) Johnson. She married Shelby Lyerla and he preceded her in death in 1997. Mae Bell was a retired nurse, working for the VA for 27 years. She enjoyed...
Nora Norman
Dec 14, 2014
Marion-Nora Norman, 98, passed away at 4:40pm on Sunday, December 14, 2014 at River to River assisted living. Nora was born on March 22, 1916 in Marion to Thomas and Ada (Wellington) Reese. She married Albert “Pee Wee” Norman. He preceded her in death on June 28, 1966. Nora was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with friends and family....
Kendall "Harpo" Miller
Dec 12, 2014
West Frankfort-Kendall M. “Harpo” Miller, 60, passed away at 5:50am on Friday, December 12, 2014 at the VA Medical Center. Kendall was born on July 3, 1954 in Cape Girardeau, MO to Kendall and Lorene Miller. His hobbies included riding motorcycles and playing pool. Kendall loved to wear crazy hats. He was of Christian faith and a strong spiritual leader....
Betty Tisch
Dec 11, 2014
Marion-Betty Tisch, 81, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2014 at Heartland Regional Medical Center after battling a lengthy illness. Betty was born on April 6, 1933 in Herrin to Walter and Margaret (Carrigan) Brewer. She married Don Tisch on July 25, 1959 and they shared 55 years of marriage. He survives of Marion. Betty was a longtime active member...
Noah Johns, Jr.
Dec 10, 2014
Goreville-Noah Johns, Jr., 80, died peacefully at 10:38am on Wednesday, December 10, 2014 at his home surrounded by his family. Noah was born on November 13, 1934 in Johnson County to Noah and Nettie (Girtman) Johns, Sr. He married Leona “Mae” Parton on February 19, 1955 in Paulton. She survives of Goreville. In his spare time, Noah loved riding his...
John Piper
Dec 9, 2014
Marion-John E. Piper, 89, passed away at 2pm on Tuesday, December 9, 2014 at his home. John was born on December 14, 2014 in Kinmundy, IL to Paul W. and Addie (Burton) Piper. He married Joyce Minton-Killman. She survives of Marion. John retired from the Union Pacific Railroad Company after 44 years as a Railroad Supervisor. He was the last...
Dina Alexander
Dec 7, 2014
Marion-Dina Giovanna Fregnan Alexander, 81, passed away at 8:00 a.m. on Sunday, December 7, 2014 at her home. Dina was born on November 13, 1933 in Trieste, Italy. She lived through the turmoil of World War II in northern Italy, along with her parents, Massimo and Maria Fregnan, and brother, Fabio Fregnan. In 1952, she married in Trieste, Italy, and...
Donna Flannigan
Dec 5, 2014
Herrin-Donna Lynn Flannigan, 52, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2014 at 6pm at Herrin Hospital. Donna was born on April 6, 1962 in Osceola, AR to Charles E. and Johnnie Mae (Jacobs) Ward Sr. Survivors include: Son-Michael Jacobs Daughters: Laurie Jacobs Cassie Reynolds Jennifer Jacobs Son-Brandon Flannigan Grandchildren: Doug Jacobs Destiny Jacobs Shady Jacobs Amari Gunn Eveuanna Gunn Tessa...
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