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Sandra Collins
Feb 6, 2014
Marion-Sandra Collins, 74, passed away at 3:43 pm on Thursday, February 6, 2014 at Heartland Regional Medical Center. It was Sandra's wish to be cremated. No services will be held. Blue Funeral Home in Marion is assisting the family with arrangements.
Johnnie Mays
Feb 4, 2014
Marion- Johnnie Mays, 71, of Marion, formerly of Rockford, passed away at 7:35 PM, Tuesday, February 4, 2014 at Marion Rehab and Care Center. It was Johnnie’s wish to be cremated and a private service will be held at a later date. Memorial arrangements were made at Blue Funeral Home in Marion.
Jackie Davis
Jan 30, 2014
Goreville-Jackie Ray Davis, 75, passed away at 6:48pm on Thursday, January 30, 2014 at his home surrounded by his family. In accordance with Mr. Davis's wishes he will be cremated and his family will hold a private memorial service. Blue Funeral Home in Goreville is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Franklin Creekpaum
Jan 29, 2014
Marion-Franklin Creekpaum, 81, passed away at 5:40pm on Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at Heartland Regional Medical Center. It was Franklin's wish to be cremated. No services will be held. Blue Funeral Home in Marion is assisting with arrangements.
Dorothy Taylor
Jan 27, 2014
Marion-Dorothy Mae Taylor, 80, passed away at 11:47 am on Monday, January 27th, 2014 at Herrin Hospital. Dorothy was born July 1st, 1933 in Chilton, WI to Ira and Ruby (Smoot) Phillips. She married Donald Taylor on June 11th, 1988 in Waukegan IL. He survives of Marion. Dorothy was a member of the Women’s Aux Post 147 American Legion in...
James Lukesh
Jan 21, 2014
Goreville-James Lukesh, 75, passed away at 3am on Tuesday, January 21, 2014 at his sons’ home in Goreville. James was born on October 13, 1938 in Chicago to Joseph and Marcella (Haukrin) Lukesh. He married JoAnn Kuhnke on July 4, 1959 in Chicago, Illinois. She preceded him in death on August 27, 2006. James was a retired truck driver who...
Barbara D. Cole
Jan 17, 2014
Marion-Barbara Diane Cole, 82, passed away at 12:05am on Friday, January 17, 2014 at Helia Healthcare in Energy. Barbara was born on October 13, 1931 in Senath, MO to Walter L. and Mary Mildred (Lewis) Ross. She married Dormand A.R. Cole on December 23, 1950 in Senath, MO. He survives of Marion. Barbara was an office worker and cashier for...
James Nicholson
Jan 12, 2014
Marion- James E. Nicholson, 74, of Marion, passed away at 3:00 PM, Sunday, January 12, 2014 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in Marion. James was born on September 17, 1939 in Pope County, IL to Earl and Katherine (Manson) Nicholson. He married Jo Ann Springhart on July 2, 1961 in Goreville. She survives of Marion. Mr. Nicholson was retired, having...
Dorothy Mount
Jan 7, 2014
Avon Park, FL-Dorothy Gentry Mount, age 93, went to be with her Lord at 2:40 a.m., Tuesday, January 7, 2014 at Good Shepard Hospice, Bud and Donna Somers House in Sebring, Florida. Dorothy was born March 21, 1920 in Marion, Illinois to Clarence and Esta (Keistler) Stokes. She married William E. “Duban” Gentry in Marion, Illinois on September 23, 1948. ...
Jerry Morrison
Jan 5, 2014
Goreville-Jerry D. Morrison, 69, passed away at 4:17pm on Sunday, January 5, 2014 at Heartland Regional Medical Center. Jerry was born on August 3, 1944 in Evansville, IN to George “Zach” and Afton (Davis) Morrison. He married Crystal White on June 11, 1967 in Goreville. She preceded him in death on October 16, 2004. Jerry loved all sports, especially SIU...
Freeda Kinsey
Dec 27, 2013
MARION – Freeda Louise Kinsey, 86, died at 8:20 a.m. Friday, December 27, 2013, at her home in rural Marion. Freeda was born April 25, 1927, in Blodgett, Missouri, to Robert and Hallie (Watson) Shelby. She married Alfred Kinsey on December 23, 1943, in Morley, Mo. Together they enjoyed 64 years of marriage. Freeda was a homemaker and busy mother...
Robert Pearce
Dec 26, 2013
Vienna-Robert D. Pearce, 83, passed away at 11:53am on Thursday, December 26, 2013 at Hillview Health Care in Vienna. Robert was born on January 20, 1930 in Anna to Alvin and Belle (Gurley) Pearce. He married Mary Stewart on September 29, 1949 in Johnson County. She preceded him in death on April 6, 2013. Robert attended Mt. Zion Baptist Church...
Cleddis Haught
Dec 25, 2013
Goreville-Cleddis Haught, 94, passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2013 at Parkway Manor Cleddis was born on October 15, 1919 in Johnston City to Frank and Dena (Phillips) Haught. He married Katherine Ann Fleck in St. Louis. She preceded him in death. Cleddis loved horse racing and spending time with family and friends. Survivors include: Sister-in-law-Evelyn Patton and Joyce Fleck...
Dorene "Bobbie" Austin
Dec 24, 2013
Marion-Dorene “Bobbie” Austin, 79, passed away at 10:16am on Tuesday, December 24, 2013 at Parkway Manor. Bobbie was born on July 15, 1934 in Michigan to Earl and Thelma (Simon) Keown. She married Wallace Austin on November 29, 1963 in Evansville, IN. He preceded her in death on January 23, 2000. Bobbie retired as an LPN from Herrin Hospital after...
Maxine Parks
Dec 20, 2013
Marion-Maxine Parks, 77, passed away at 1:00pm on Friday, December 20, 2013 at Heartland Regional Medical Center. Maxine was born on July 10, 1936 in Hamilton County to Halley and Gwen (Clark) Hungate. She married Jack Parks in 1951 in Jackson, Missouri. He survives of Marion. Maxine’s life was devoted to the Red Top Cab Company. She loved to watch...
Jack West
Dec 18, 2013
Marion-Jack D. West passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Jack was born on October 23, 1946 in Herrin to Dean and Vada (Newton) West. He married Debbie Travelstead 23 years ago and she survives of Marion. Jack worked for the Marion Police Department for 29 years and retired as a Sgt....
Robert Taylor
Dec 13, 2013
Carbondale-Robert Taylor, 67, passed away at 2:00am on Friday, December 13, 2013. Robert was born on August 19, 1946 in Marion to Morah and Martha (Smith) Taylor. He graduated from Marion High School in 1964 and worked as a brick layer for many years. Survivors include: Daughter: Donna Pinto and husband Tony of Carbondale Bobbie Baltzell and husband John of...
Dessie Ludene Thompson
Dec 13, 2013
Creal Springs- Dessie Ludene Thompson, 83, the sweetest mother and wife, died at 7:29 PM, Friday, December 13, 2013 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in Marion after a struggle with multiple health issues. Dessie was born on January 26, 1930 in Creal Springs to Milas and Ruby (Harris) Anderson. She married the love of her life, Harold F. Thompson on...
Phillip Gendeman
Dec 13, 2013
Marion-Phillip R. Gendeman, 84, passed away at 1:00pm on Friday, December 13, 2013 at Marion Rehab & Nursing. Phillip was born on March 29, 1929 in Hinsdale, IL to Phillip and Jeanette (Grimmenga) Gendeman. He married Irene Krass and was a devoted husband for 63 years. Phillip was a talented musician and craftsman. He enjoyed fishing, golfing and spending time...
Brian Schuetz
Dec 12, 2013
Goreville-Brian Lee Schuetz, 44, passed away at 6:27pm in Princeton, Kentucky doing what he loved, driving his truck. Brian was born January 3, 1969 in Marion to Homer and Barbara (Girtman) Schuetz. He married Lynn Loyd on December 4, 1993 at Arnold View Freewill Baptist Church in Crab Orchard. She survives of Goreville. Brian loved spending time with his kids,...
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