Obituaries

Feb 3, 2023

Denis Lee Rautenstrauch, age 68, of Creal Springs, Illinois, passed away Friday, February 3, 2023 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in Marion, Illinois.

Denis was born March 21, 1954 in East St. Louis, Illinois, a son of Arvett and Rosemary Magdelan (Touchette) Rautenstrauch. A jack of all trades, Denis could fix anything. Busier in retirement than while working, he did everything...

Jan 27, 2023

Deborah Ann Barbour, age 60, of Makanda, Illinois, passed away Friday, January 27, 2023 at Herrin Hospital.

Deborah was born April 23, 1962 in Chicago, Illinois, a daughter of Robert Forrister and Julia Ann (Lewis) Forrister-Rose. Deborah had worked as a sales associate in retail, prior to her retirement.

She is survived by her three daughters, Robyn Lynn Barbour, Jayme Lee Tineo,...

Jan 25, 2023

Lora Louise McRoy, age 81, of Johnston City, Illinois,  passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at her home in Johnston City, Illinois.

Lora was born May 28, 1941 in New Burnside, Illinois, a daughter of Mary (Henderson) Norris. She married the love of her life, Lindle Lee McRoy on June 27, 1959 in Marion. He preceded her in death on...

Jan 23, 2023

 

Kevin Michael Tefft, age 36, of Pittsburg, Illinois,  passed away Monday, January 23, 2023 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in Marion, Illinois.

Kevin was born May 28, 1986 in Marion, Illinois, a son of Ronald and Terry Hahn Tefft. Kevin grew up in Marion and attended Marion Schools.  He worked as a cook at Waltz Pizza for 10 years....

Jan 23, 2023

 

Charles Denzel Thompson, age 89, of Marion, Illinois,  passed away Monday, January 23, 2023 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in Marion, Illinois.

Charles was born May 04, 1933 in rural Marion on the family farm, a son of Lawson and Irene (Willard) Thompson. His family moved to Creal Springs, where he attended school.  He joined the US Army for...

Jan 21, 2023

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald Ray Lewis, who lived in Marion, Illinois at the time of his passing. He was 68 years old as he departed on January 21, 2023.

He was born in Dallas, Texas but Houston would become his family home with his wife Dr. Kathryn Lewis and their...

Jan 20, 2023

Gary W. Odom., 83, of Galatia, passed away at home on January 20, 2023.

Gary was born on May 22, 1939, one of the 5 children born to Fitz Odom and Eva Sweet of rural Crab Orchard. While in high school he met the love of his life, Chrystine Teal of Dykersburg. The high school sweethearts were married on August 22,...

Jan 19, 2023

Joseph Kenneth Beltz, age 87, of Energy, Illinois, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2023 at his home in Energy, Illinois.

Joseph was born August 29, 1935 in Carterville, Illinois, a son of Elwin and Vera (Phillips) Beltz. He married his longtime partner Maria (Pena) Beltz August 13, 2021.

A proud US Marine Veteran of both the Korean and Vietnam Wars, he...

Jan 18, 2023

 

LoRene Hatchett, age 88, of Marion, Illinois,  passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2023 at her home in Marion, Illinois.

LoRene was born February 08, 1934 in Union, Oregon, a daughter of Oscar C. and Elma (Orton)  Wilde.  LoRene grew up  on the family dairy farm in Union County, OR.  She was the Valedictorian of her Senior class in 1952,...

Jan 16, 2023

Valeria "Bobbie" Wells, age 92, of Winter Haven, Florida, formerly of Marion, passed away Monday, January 16, 2023 at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Auburndale, Florida.

Valeria was born May 05, 1930 in Kent, England, the only daughter of John and Constance James. As a little girl, living near the Royal Air Force base of Biggin Hill, Bobbie witnessed firsthand the...

Jan 15, 2023

Rita C. Price, age 74, of Colp, passed away Sunday, January 15, 2023 at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Rita was born September 14, 1948 in Harrisburg, Illinois, a daughter of Allen and Beulah (Winters) Mathews. She married James C. Tolbert and he preceded her in death. She later married Ralph "Sonny" Price, who also preceded her in...

Jan 14, 2023

GeorgeAnn Denny, age 79, of Marion, Illinois,  passed away Saturday, January 14, 2023 at her home in Marion, Illinois.

GeorgeAnn was born July 01, 1943 in Marion, Illinois, a daughter of George and Alma (Green) McCombs. She married Rodney Denny in 1983 and he preceded her in death in 1992.  Prior to her retirement, GeorgeAnn had worked in cleaning services,...

Jan 10, 2023

Gail Marie DeCiechi, 70, of Marion, passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at Heartland Regional Medical Center.

Gail was born March 4, 1952 in St. Louis, Missouri and is survived by her parents Doris and Joseph DeCiechi of St. Charles, Missouri and her father Gale Wiley of Cedar Hill, Missouri.

Gail was first known as an artist having painted...

Jan 9, 2023

 

Delbert E. Gregge, age 68, of Herrin, Illinois,  passed away Monday, January 9, 2023 at Integrity Healthcare in Herrin, Illinois.

Delbert was born January 19, 1954 in Herrin, Illinois, a son of Delbert T. and Martha A. (Ridgeway) Gregge.  Delbert grew up in Herrin, IL and attended Herrin School.  Right out of school Delbert started working at Norge and...

Jan 8, 2023

Joshua Michael Ganahl, age 42, of Herrin, Illinois,  passed away peacefully in his mother's arms at 6:30pm on Sunday, January 8, 2023 at his home in Herrin, Illinois.  

Joshua was born February 04, 1980 in Moline, Illinois, a son of Timothy and Linda Rae (Miller) Ganahl. 

He is survived by his mother, Linda Rae (Miller) Ganahl; one sister, Karisa...

Jan 6, 2023

Delores Marie Adams, age 84, of Creal Springs, Illinois,  passed away Friday, January 6, 2023 at Herrin Hospital. 

Delores was born September 30, 1938 in Berwyn, Illinois, a daughter of Thomas and Nina (Chester) Kohl.  She married the love of her life, Val Jean Adams on March 18, 1961. He preceded her in death. 

She is survived by three children,...

Jan 5, 2023

Carolyn Dianne Dubois, age 72, of Marion, Illinois,  passed away Thursday, January 5, 2023 at Herrin Hospital in Herrin, Illinois.

Carolyn was born January 22, 1950 in Canton, Illinois, a daughter of Donald and Colleen  Dubois. Carolyn enjoyed crocheting, traveling, and shopping flea markets, always looking for that special treasure. She loved her family and spending time with them. 

She...

Jan 5, 2023

 

Margaret Lou Thomas, age 94, of Marion, Illinois,  passed away Thursday, January 5, 2023 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in Marion, Illinois.

Margaret was born September 25, 1928 in Marion, Illinois, a daughter of Edward and Louisa (Schellenberger) Germann. She married the love of her life, Lowell Thomas on December 29, 1956 in Mississippi.  He preceded her in death. 

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Jan 3, 2023

Sammy L. Sellars, age 86, of Tuscaloosa, Alabama,  formerly of Herrin, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at DCH Hospital in Northport, Alabama.

Sammy was born August 07, 1936 in Herrin, Illinois, a daughter of Sam and Rose Saliba.  

She is survived by two children, Scot McVey and Robyn (McVey) Pender; one grandson, Ethan (Kaci) Norris; her Great Grandchildren,...

Jan 3, 2023

Donald A. Crees, 82, of Marion, IL passed away peacefully on January 3, 2023, at the VA Community Living Center. He was surrounded by his family.

Don was born on March 7, 1940, in Detroit, MI to John and Virginia Crees. He spent his childhood and grew up in Detroit, graduating from Hamtramck High School. Shortly after graduation Don was...