Obituaries

Jan 2, 2025

Phyllis June Finney Houston, 86, of Herrin, Illinois, passed away January 2, 2025, in Herrin Hospital at 4:25 A.M. 

Phyllis was born November 27, 1938, in Herrin, Illinois to John Clyde and Violet (Murray) Finney. She grew up in Energy, Illinois, where going to First Baptist Church in Energy was a big part of her life. 

Phyllis was proceeded in death by...

Dec 31, 2024

Bonnie Isabelle (Cox) Chitty, aged 91, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on December 31, 2024. Born on September 7, 1933, in South Bend, Indiana, Bonnie spent most of her life in Marion, Illinois, where she lived a legacy of faith, kindness, and unwavering love for her friends and family.

Bonnie was the beloved wife of...

Dec 30, 2024

On Monday, December 30, 2024, Linda Jones, loving wife, mother, and sister, passed away at the age of 69. Linda was born on November 17, 1955 in Marion, Illinois to Frieda Mae (Frey) Webb and Alex Oland Frey. 

Linda married Robert Jones in August, 1992 and they welcomed their son Brandon the following year. Linda has two older brothers, Alex (Skip)...

Dec 28, 2024

Jo Anna “Jo Jo” Archibald, 51, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully at her home on December 28, 2024. She was born on October 4, 1973, in Carbondale, Illinois, she was the daughter of Dale “Squeak” Wilson and Barbara (Evans) Johnson. 

Jo dedicated her life to being a homemaker and found joy in creating arts and crafts, especially her beautifully handmade...

Dec 28, 2024

Thomas Lane "Tommy" Corkern, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 28, 2024, surrounded by his loving wife and daughters. He was born on Saturday, November 7, 1953. A man of deep faith, he shared in his final moments that God had assured him a warm welcome home.

Tommy spent much of his life serving his...

Dec 28, 2024

Leslie “Les” Hodson, 77 passed away at 1:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at home in Pittsburg.

Services will be at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at Jubilee Tabernacle Church located at 301 West Washington Street, Desoto, Illinois with Brother Danny Norman officiating. Burial will follow in Freedom Cemetery south of Marion. Visitation will be held from 11:00...

Dec 25, 2024

Cindy Lou Shelton, 70, passed away Thursday, December 25, 2024, in Carbondale, Illinois. Cindy was born in Paducah on December 8, 1954, to David R. Spears and Helen M. (Woods) Kelly. She grew up in Paducah, graduated from Paducah Tilghman High School, and was of the Baptist faith.

Cindy is survived by her partner, Rodney Byers of Goreville, IL; her mother,...

Dec 23, 2024

Devin M. Harness, 56, died unexpectedly of a heart attack on December 23, 2024, at home in Corpus Christi, Texas. He was born on July 25, 1968, in Illinois, the son of Norma K. (Crespi) Harness and Harold F. Harness Jr. 

He was predeceased by his mother, Norma. In addition to his father Harold and stepmother, Linda Harness, he is survived...

Dec 23, 2024

Duane Anderson Bean, 56, of Benton, Illinois, passed away early Monday morning, December 23, 2024, at St. Louis University Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. Duane was born in Chicago, Illinois, on March 20, 1968, to Clyde Duane & Judy F. (Anderson) Bean. He was their only son and their true pride and joy in life. He lived in Chicago for...

Dec 22, 2024

Stephen L. Aschieris, of Marion, Illinois, passed away on December 22, 2024, at the age of 72. Stephen was born September 2, 1952, in Carterville, Illinois and later moved to Marion where he lived the rest of his life. Steve was a graduate of Marion High School and later attended Southern Illinois University. With a sharp mind and love for...

Dec 21, 2024

Paula Kerley, 64, of Cypress, Illinois, passed away peacefully at her home on December 21, 2024. Born on September 11, 1960, Paula was the daughter of Ralph “Roland” and Elsie Marks. She lived a life filled with love, family, and faith. 

She was preceded in death by her husband Charles Kerley; her father, Ralph Roland Marks; mother, Elsie Marie Marks; sister,...

Dec 20, 2024

Marion- Charles Robert “Bob” Jackson age 89, of Marion a teacher, coach, artist and historian, passed away at 8:47 am on Friday, December 20, 2024, at his home with his family on the same small farm where he grew up.

Bob was born in Williamson County on April 14th, 1935, the son of Guy and Birdie Cowsert Jackson. He married Phyllis...

Dec 15, 2024

Kaylee Ann Adams, the cherished daughter of Cheyanne Adams and Randy Schalk Jr., was born sleeping on December 15, 2024, in Carbondale, Illinois. Though her time with us was brief, Kaylee left an indelible mark on the hearts of her family and loved ones. 

Kaylee is deeply loved by her parents; siblings, Michael, Kayden, and Skylar Adams; her maternal family -grandmother...

Dec 15, 2024

Funeral Services for Morris E. Groves, Jr, is Thursday, December 19, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. at Binkley Ross Funeral Home located at 1702 West Boulevard Street, Marion, Illinois. The family will receive friends at the funeral home at 10:00 a.m. until service time. Interment will follow at Odd Fellows Cemetery, Marion, Illinois.

Mr. Groves, 73 Years old,...

Dec 13, 2024

Janet Lea Pabey (Wiggins) 67 years of age, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024, at Deaconess Illinois Medical Center. Janet was born on August 17, 1957, in Harrisburg, Illinois. She was the youngest of 14 children. 

She is preceded in death by her son Scott Raymond; parents, Willie and Delphia Wiggins; siblings, William (Marie) Wiggins, Betty (Roger) Hoffman, Elula “sis”...

Dec 12, 2024

Sharon Kay Fairbanks

May 19, 1944 - December 12, 2024

Sharon Kay Fairbanks, age 80, of Marion, Illinois, passed away Thursday, December 12, 2024, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville, Indiana.

Sharon was born May 19, 1944, in Buncombe, Illinois, daughter of Otis and Eva Gene (Ragsdale) McHenry. She married Charles Douglas Fairbanks on May 22, 1965, and enjoyed 56 years of...

Dec 9, 2024

Felicia Marie Alton, 59, of Joppa, Illinois, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on December 9, 2024. Born on February 11, 1965, in Chicago, Illinois, she was the cherished daughter of Robert and Jeanine Davis, who preceded her in death. 

Felicia was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend. She loved spending her days watching her favorite TV shows and...

Dec 9, 2024

Daniel Wilford Edmonds, Jr., 78, of Ozark, Illinois, passed away at 3:00 a.m. on Monday, December 9, 2024, surrounded by his family at the Linda White Hospice House in Evansville, Indiana after a brief battle with cancer.

Dan was born on July 22, 1946, to Daniel Sr. and Donna (Brown) Edmonds. He graduated from Flora Township High School in 1964. After...

Dec 7, 2024

Marc Tyler Smith, 55, of Pittsburg, Illinois, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2024. Born on October 2, 1969, to Robert Wayne Smith and Helen Harmon (née Rorer), Marc lived a life full of love, resilience, and cherished memories. 

Despite lifelong disabilities, Marc found purpose and pride in his work at Centerstone, where he contributed to their document shredding operations. Marc...

Dec 5, 2024

Oliver Henry James, 86, of Goreville passed away surrounded by his family Thursday, December 5, 2024, at SIH Hospital in Herrin, Illinois.

Oliver was born January 3, 1938, in Zalma, Missouri to the late Lawerence and Iva Mae James. His family later moved to Tunnel Hill, Illinois where they owned the small grocery store and resided upstairs. Oliver was one of...