Obituaries

Sep 7, 2021

Dr. J.L. Manalang, 83, passed away on September 7, 2021 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.He was born on July 11, 1938 in the Philippines. He was a radiologist who served the community at various hospitals and health clinics around Southern Illinois. His private practice was Marion Medical X-Ray.Jess was a member of St Joseph Catholic Church.He was a loving husband,...

Sep 7, 2021

Richard Wayne Travelstead, 61, passed away on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at his home.

Richard was born on October 2, 1959 in Benton to Robert Wayne Travelstead and Anna Rosetta (Gruber) Travelstead.  He married Kimberly Ann Lehr on May 24, 1991 in Marion.

Richard retired from the military and worked at the VA.

Survivors include:

Wife-Kim Travelstead

Daughter-Krista

Daughter-Regaina and...

Sep 6, 2021

David O’Connor, 61, passed away on Monday, September 6, 2021 at Heartland Regional Medical Center.

David was born on October 26, 1959 in Marion to Alfred and Elizabeth (Goss) O’Connor.  He married Crystal Bloodworth on July 31, 1981 and they shared 40 years of marriage.  She preceded him in death on Friday, September 3, 2021.

Survivors include:

Daughter-Christy Peterson (Edward)

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Sep 6, 2021

Delesta June Beasley, age 92, of Marion, passed away at 11:14pm on Monday, September 6, 2021 at Parkway Manor in Marion.

Delesta was born in Herrin on February 7, 1929, the daughter of William Doris and Mattie (Hammonds) Lyell. She married James Henry Beasley of West Frankfort. He preceded her in death in 1987.

Prior to her retirement, Delesta had...

Sep 6, 2021

Brian Elijah Copher, 57, of Marion, went to be with his Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 6, 2021 at 8pm, at the home of his sister, surrounded by loved ones at his side, after a long illness.

Brian was born on October 26, 1963 in Marion to Carl D. and Marsha K. Burnett.

Brian was the owner of The Book...

Sep 6, 2021

David Ray Greathouse, 80, passed away on Monday, September 6, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family.

David was born on August 8, 1941 in Herrin to Edward Dale and Lela Esther (Whitecotton) Greathouse.  He married Donna Lee Piquard on June 2, 1960 in Hurst.  She preceded him in death on November 13, 2002.

David served his country in...

Sep 5, 2021

OBITUARY

Weston David Harting flew into the arms of our God on September 5, 2021. He was loved by his mother, Jessie (Kohut) Harting, his father, Jon Harting, his brother, Colton Harting, his grandparents, Fred and Teresa Kohut, grandparents, Dave and Karen Harting, and endless family and friends. Weston was a little miracle and we will honor...

Sep 5, 2021

Allan L. McCabe, 93, of Marion, passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2021 at his home in Marion.

Allan was born July 15, 1928 in Williamson County the son of James M. and Mary E. (VanDyke) McCabe. He married Wanda A. Hancock on August 16, 1958 in Marion at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Together they shared over sixty years of marriage...

Sep 5, 2021

On Sunday, September 5, 2021, Glenda Edwards, loving daughter, sister, and aunt passed away in Amboy, Illinois.

Glenda was born on November 13, 1954, with her twin sister, Brenda Tranka, in Herrin, Illinois.  She is survived by her twin sister, her sister Mildred Dianne (Rex) Schmall, her brother-in-law Greg Currens, her nephews, Tony Tranka, Jr., Brian Tranka, Brent (Heidi) Schmall, Robert (Elizabeth)...

Sep 4, 2021

Robert Jerome Burgess, 81, of Marion, Illinois, formerly of Benton, Arkansas, went to his heavenly home on Saturday, September 4, 2021.

Robert was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, on June 14, 1940, the son of James and Esperanza "Frances" Maria (DeCosta) Burgess. He served in the United States Army and always honored and cherished our American flag. He...

Sep 3, 2021

Crystal O’Connor, 59, passed away on Friday, September 3, 2021 at Heartland Regional Medical Center.

Crystal was born on September 24, 1961 in Marion to Horace Clifton and Shirley Bell (Edwards) Bloodworth.  She married David O’Connor on July 31, 1981 and they shared 40 years of marriage.  David passed away on Monday, September 6, 2021, just three days after Crystal.

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Sep 3, 2021

Oceia Hope Miller, age 84, of Energy, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 3, 2021 at her residence at the Villas of Holly Brook.

Oceia was born on October 21, 1936, in Bell Haven, NC, the daughter of Carlie and Thelma (Davis) Gordon. She married Robert A. “Bob” Miller in Peoria on September 25, 1960. He preceded her in death...

Sep 2, 2021

Tedd Lawrence Petrus, 61 of Belleville, IL, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 2, 2021, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in O'Fallon, IL.

Tedd was born on February 13, 1960, the son of Larry and Sharon (Koch) Petrus. He was a graduate of Hinsdale South. During his high school years Tedd played basketball and notably, even played against...

Sep 2, 2021

Christopher L. Brown, 49, passed away on Thursday, September 2, 2021 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale.

Christopher was born on June 17, 1972 in Pekin, IL to Clifton and Carolyn (Rash) Brown.  He married Christy Clark on June 19, 1998 in Marion.

Christopher worked in architecture and enjoyed fishing and watching any kind of car race.  He was an avid...

Sep 2, 2021

Roy Lee Maze, 88, passed away on Thursday, September 2, 2021 at the VA Medical Center in Marion.

Roy was born on November 27, 1932 in Johnson County to James and Dora Belle (Treece) Maze.  He married JoAnn Hancock on December 18, 1955 in San Diego, CA.

Roy was a Navy Veteran and served in the Korean War.  He worked...

Aug 31, 2021

Robert Anderson, 85, passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at Herrin Hospital.

Robert was born in Union County on April 2, 1936 to Audrey Sherman and Dorothy Ann (Wheaton) Anderson.  He married Peggy Owens on October 7, 1988.  Robert served in the U.S. Air Force and worked as an electrician.  He was a member of Busby Chapel.

Survivors include:

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Aug 31, 2021

Harvey J. Maze, age 56, of Johnston City, passed away at 2:10am on Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at Benton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.

Harvey was born in Los Angeles County, California, the son of Delores (Meneese) and Harvey Maze, Sr. 

Harvey held various careers in his life including truck driver and carnival worker, to name a few.

Survivors include two...

Aug 28, 2021

Sherry Lynn (Baysinger) Whiting of Marion IL went to be with her Heavenly Father on Saturday, August 28th, 2021. Sherry was born December 9th 1956 to Kirby and Dorothy (Rush) Baysinger of Marion. Sherry met her husband Mike Whiting in high school and dated for two years before they married on July 5, 1974. They shared 47 years of wedding...

Aug 28, 2021

Marion- Richard Lee O’Neal, age 77, of Marion, passed away at 7:42am on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at Shawnee Christian Nursing Home in Herrin.

Richard was born in Carbondale on October 18, 1943, the son of Kenneth “Doc” and Lucille (Russell) O’Neal. Richard was an only child and never had any children of his own. His father was killed in...

Aug 28, 2021

Joseph Edward Geyman, 51, passed away on Saturday, August 28, 2021 in Johnson County.

Joe was born in Centralia on June 24, 1970 to Leroy Edward and Anna Ruth (McNeal) Geyman. He married Monica Ann Montgomery on August 16, 1996 in Marion.  Joe worked as a correctional officer for many years and he was a small business owner.

Survivors include:

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