Obituaries

Feb 5, 2024

Donald Martin Huse, age 55, of Marion, Illinois, passed away Monday, February 5, 2024 at his home in Marion, Illinois.

Donald was born March 12, 1968 in Chicago Heights, Illinois, a son of Thomas Huse and Sandra Sue (Personius) Graves. Donald proudly served with the US Navy for 18 years.

He is survived by one son, Shawn Huse of AK; two...

Feb 5, 2024

Eugene L. Alumbaugh, age 91, of Herrin, Illinois,  passed away Monday, February 5, 2024 at his residence.

Eugene was born February 20, 1932 in Edgerton, Wisconsin, a son of Chester and Grace (Herendeen) Alumbaugh.  Eugene was a graduate of Cumberland High School in Greenup, IL.  He joined the US Navy during the Korean War, training as Electronic Tech.  He was assigned...

Feb 3, 2024

Sally E. Jones, age 85, of Carrier Mills, Illinois, passed away Saturday, February 3, 2024 at Barnes- Jewish Hospital in Saint Louis, Illinois.

Sally was born November 20, 1938 in Fort Sam Houston, Texas, a daughter of William and Celina (Bacon) Fischer. Sally was a military brat, and her family moved often as she grew up. She had worked as a...

Feb 2, 2024

Georgia (Bowden) Lockwood, 75 years old, passed away peacefully at Carbondale Memorial Hospital on February 2, 2024, with her husband and friends by her side. Georgia was born on October 29, 1948, in St. Louis, Missouri to Cleata Sue Bowden and George Orville Bowden.

Georgia was a 1966 graduate of Herrin High School. At a young age...

Feb 1, 2024

Daryl Lyn Melvin, 65, of Marion died on Thursday February 1st 2024.

Daryl was born September 26, 1958 in Marion IL to Don and Reva Melvin.

He graduated from Marion high school 1976, he was a graduate of John A. Logan and SIUC. He was a Coal Miner at Old Ben Coal Co #25 for 15 years, and an auxiliary deputy with...

Jan 31, 2024

Tammie Sue Winkler, 63, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 31st, 2024 at 11:50am in Barnes Jewish Hospital. Tammie was born November 7th, 1960 to Robert "Bob" Winkler and Shirley Mae (Boyt-Pike). She is survived by two children; Lauren Kae (Dallas) Rumsey and Clayton Austin Lacy. Three grandsons; Kaede Reynolds, Reid Rumsey, & Ridge Rumsey. And several nieces & nephews....

Jan 30, 2024

Joyce Rosine Anthony, age 93, formerly of Thompsonville, Illinois passed away Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at Mt. Vernon Nursing and Rehab in Mt. Vernon, Indiana.

Joyce was born December 22, 1930 in West Frankfort, IL, a daughter of Estel and Lola (Melvin) Bradley. She married the love of her life, Roscoe E. Anthony on December 21, 1947 in Benton, IL. He...

Jan 28, 2024

Jacqueline Sue "Jackie" Durham, age 59, of Jonesboro, Illinois, passed away Sunday, January 28, 2024 at her home.

Jackie was born April 02, 1964 in Carbondale, Illinois, a daughter of Bill and Sherry (Parrish) Durham. Jackie grew up in Goreville, Illinois and suffered an accident at a young age, leaving her disabled for the rest of her life. She lived at...

Jan 24, 2024

Joyce Ann Rentfro, age 72, of Marion, Illinois,  passed away Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at her home in Marion, Illinois.

Joyce was born October 04, 1951 in DeRitter, Louisiana, a daughter of Herman R. and Emma S. (Monger) Sears.  Joyce grew up in Marion and graduated Marion High School, class of 1969.  She married Dale A. Rentfro on September 02, 1973...

Jan 22, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Mary Camden. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jan 22, 2024

Mary Kay (Hartwell) Camden, 86 years old passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side on January 22, 2024.  She was born at home in Marion, Illinois on August 13, 1937, the daughter of William “Mac” and Cynthia ”Vada” Hartwell.

Mary was a graduate of Johnston City High School.  She began her working...

Jan 21, 2024

Terra Lynn Farris, age 61, of Goreville, Illinois, passed away Sunday, January 21, 2024 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, Indiana, with her loving family by her side.

Terra was born April 19, 1962, a daughter of Frances (Vinson) Miller. She married the love of her life, Gary Lynn Farris on June 25, 1992 in Paducah, Kentucky. Terra touched many lives...

Jan 20, 2024

Sally Holland, age 73, of Herrin, Illinois, passed away Saturday, January 20, 2024 at her daughter's home in Freeman Spur, Illinois.

Sally was born November 20, 1950 in Doniphan, Missouri, a daughter of Ernest and Bertha (Aaron) Richardson. She married the love of her life, Paul Holland on March 15, 1969 in Johnston City.

She is survived by her husband- Paul...

Jan 18, 2024

Kendra Lisa Zappa, age 60, of Benton, Illinois, passed away Thursday, January 18, 2024 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in Marion, Illinois.

Kendra was born August 16, 1963 in Illinois, a daughter of Donald Dodd and Melba Owens.

She is survived by two children, Kristi (Torey) Phelps of West Frankfort, IL and Cody R. Zappa of Energy, IL; four grandchildren, Erin...

Jan 17, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Neil Newayne Ruebsamen. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jan 17, 2024

Neil Newayne Ruebsamen, 94, of Carterville, Illinois, passed away on January 17, 2024. Born on June 8, 1929, in Giltner, Nebraska, Neil was a beloved family patriarch, a devout Christian, and a proud veteran.

He attended the Colorado School of Mines and participated in various distance learning opportunities.  Neil had a distinguished career as a Professional Safety...

Jan 17, 2024

Dickie (Dick) Gill, 86, of Marion, went to be home with his Lord and Savior at 11:50 a.m., Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at home with his wife Pat by his side.

Dick was born on May 2, 1937, in Marion to James Edward and Mildred Irene (Creal) Gill.  He was a 1956 graduate of Marion High School. ...

Jan 16, 2024

Melvin Lee Shadowens "Bojo", age 74, of Marion, Illinois, sadly left his family from complication due to heart failure, on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at his home in Paulton.

Melvin was born March 16, 1949 in Marion, Illinois, a son of Walter and Louise (Harmon) Shadowens. Melvin grew up in Marion and attended Mission Ridge School. He worked for the City...

Jan 15, 2024

Cohyn Matthew Johnson, 5 month 28 day old infant, passed away peacefully in the arms of his parents on January 15, 2024 at St. Louis Children's Hospital.

Cohyn was born in St. Louis, Missouri on July 19, 2023. Cohyn was full of love, smiles, and joy. Cohyn battled many obstacles but was a warrior and a fighter, like no one could...

Jan 15, 2024

Tina Lynn Holland, age 52, of Marion, Illinois, passed away in the early morning hours of Monday, January 15, 2024 at her home from complications of pneumonia.

Tina was born March 31, 1971 in Marion, Illinois, a daughter of Carl and Marsha (Howerton) Burnett. Upon completion of local studies, she attended training to become a Cosmetologist and received her degree, while...