Obituaries

Aug 27, 2021

Marion- Loretta Yvonne Priddy, age 82, of Marion, passed away at 4:40pm on Friday, August 27, 2021 at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Loretta was born in Marion on January 6, 1939, the daughter of Elijah L. and Mildred E. (Bennett) Chamness. She married Henry A. Priddy in Jackson, Missouri on November 20, 1965. Together, they shared more...

Aug 25, 2021

Lisa Ann Anderson (Taborn), 57 of Herrin, Illinois, passed away Aug 25, 2021 in her home. She was born to the late Bill Anderson (Eloisa) and Bonnie DeLong (Bob), November 25, 1963 in Harrisburg, Illinois. She was one of thirteen children.

Lisa attended Calumet High School in Gary, Indiana and Southeastern Illinois College in Harrisburg, Illinois. Lisa loved to spend...

Aug 25, 2021

Eric Ray Thompson, 32, passed away on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 due to injuries received in a motorcycle accident while returning home from work.

Eric was born in Herrin on December 2, 1988 to Larry and Barbara “Barb” (Cutrell) Thompson.

Eric never married, but found his true love, Haley Williams, on October 21st, 2012, with whom he was engaged to...

Aug 22, 2021

James William Branch, 79, passed away on Sunday, August 22, 2021 at his home.

James was born on February 25, 1942 in East St. Louis to William and Delores (Brady) Branch.  He married Clara Nell Luffman on February 20, 1960 in East St. Louis, MO and she preceded him in death.  James retired from the U.S. Navy Seabees and was...

Aug 20, 2021

Deanna Beth Odom, 58, passed away on Friday, August 20, 2021 at her home.

Deanna was born on October 26, 1962 in Harrisburg to Teddie Lee and Mary Ruth (Boles) Odom.

Survivors include:

Brother-Keith Odom (Sharon) of Marion

Sister-Marsha Huff (Rex) of Pittsburg

Several nieces and nephews

Sister-in-law-Gayle Odom of Marion

Sister-in-law-Leslie Odom of Marion

Special friend-Charlene Morris of Marion

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Aug 18, 2021

Karen Elaine Sanson, age 71, of Marion, passed away at 8:20pm on Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Karen was born in Chicago on July 24, 1950, the daughter of Oscar and Edna (Scherr) Williams. She married Jimmy Lee Sanson in Marion on August 14, 1971. Together, they were blessed with fifty years of...

Aug 17, 2021

Nancy Edwards, age 81, of Marion, passed away at 1:50pm on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at Parkway Manor in Marion.

Nancy was born on March 12, 1940, the daughter of George R. and Vivian F. (Coleman) Strunk. She married Paul E. Edwards, Sr. in West Frankfort on October 12, 1968. He preceded her in death on January 24, 2020.

Mrs....

Aug 13, 2021

OBITUARY

Walker James Borum was called home on August 13, 2021.

He is survived by his parents, Dustin and Andrea (Martin) Borum; his big brother, Wyatt Lee Borum, all of Carterville; his grandparents, Kevin and Michelle Borum of Marion; Kerry and Tracey Martin of Marion; his great-grandmothers, Vicki Harbin of Salem, IL and Katy Sullivan...

Aug 13, 2021

Roy William Deal, age 63, of Freeman Spur, passed away at 11:30pm on Friday, August 13, 2021 at Herrin Hospital.

Roy was born in Libbey, Montana on April 15, 1958, the son of Willard and Bonnie (Rodgers) Deal. He married Jody Ashby in Reno, Nevada on March 30, 1996.

Prior to his retirement, Roy had worked as a systems analyst...

Aug 13, 2021

Goreville-Judith Elaine McIntosh, 79, passed away on Friday, August 13, 2021, at her home surrounded by her family.

Judith was born on October 12, 1941 in Chicago to Luther and Sophie (Corn) Whetstone.  She married Charles McIntosh, Sr. on December 26, 1958 in Lincoln, IL.  He preceded her in death on June 25, 2013.

Judith worked for Kroger in Peoria...

Aug 12, 2021

Obituary

Billy Joe Richardson

BJ was a highly educated man whose life's mission was helping others. He was a mentor, leader, coach, confidant, father, husband and PePaw. He listened, challenged, and supported all who needed it. He understood people and was always compassionate and empathetic and made life and learning fun for all.

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Aug 11, 2021

L.C. Cavaness passed away peacefully on August 11, 2021 at the Reflections Memory Care in Herrin, IL.

L. C. was born in Herrin on March 21, 1928 the son of Lawrence and Iva Cavaness.  L.C. lived in Herrin throughout his childhood and graduated from Herrin High School.  After graduation, he entered the U.S. Navy where he was stationed on the...

Aug 11, 2021

Darell Ray Robinson, 61, passed away on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at Herrin Hospital.

Darell was born on February 27, 1960 in Herrin to Homer Lee and Etta Ann (Palmer) Robinson.  He worked as a drywall finisher and painter for many years.

Survivors include:

Son-Darell Lynn Robinson (Jennifer) of Marion

Daughter-Dana Renee Robinson (Michael Baxter) of Marion

Grandchildren:

McKenzie Robinson...

Aug 11, 2021

Carla Jean Sweetin, 74, of Marion, passed away on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at 8:15 pm at Parkway Manor.

Carla was born June 18, 1947 in Chicago Heights the daughter of Charles Eugene and Audrey (Snow) Hodge. 

She was the Pharmacy Manager at Wal-Mart.  Carla enjoyed gardening, cooking, listening to music and sitting on the front porch in her swing.

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Aug 7, 2021

Elkville- Candace Lee Rorie, age 68, of Elkville, passed away at 5am on Saturday, August 7, 2021 at her home in Elkville.

She was born in Youngstown, Ohio on September 10, 1952, the daughter of Rodger Kyle and Harriett (Lehman) King. She had worked various jobs in her life including waitress, hostess, and most importantly, a homemaker and mother.

Survivors...

Aug 7, 2021

Judith “Judy” (Taylor) Holderfield, age 76, of Herrin, formerly of Bush, passed away peacefully in her sleep at 10:42pm on Saturday, August 7, 2021 at The Arch Rehab Unit of Helia Healthcare in Energy.  

Judy was born in Herrin on September 15, 1944, the daughter of Chester and Hazel (Williams) Taylor. She married Malcolm T. “Mack” Holderfield in Herrin...

Aug 5, 2021

Carl Eugene Stephens, 87, passed away on Thursday, August 5, 2021 at Herrin Hospital.

Carl was born on January 17, 1934 in Williamson County to John Carl and Ines Mae (McCree) Stephens.  Carl served in the U.S. Army and worked as a farmer and a coal miner.

Survivors include:

Son-Randall and Eva Stephens of Pittsburg

Son-Donald and Tema Stephens of...

Jul 28, 2021

Marion- Joseph Omer Wall, age 85, of Marion, passed away at 2:20pm on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in Marion.

Joseph was born in Creal Springs on January 12, 1936, the son of Omer C. and Stella M. (McGuire) Wall. He married Connie Ruth Blankenship on May 6, 1960 in Williamson County. She preceded him in...

Jul 28, 2021

Mary Delores Mezo, age 74, of Herrin, passed away on Wednesday, July 28,2021 at 7:07am at Shawnee Senior Living Center in Herrin.

Mary, or “Sadie”, as her friends liked to call her, was born September 25, 1946 in Herrin, the daughter of Clarence and Christine (Stacey) Williams. She married Charles “Bud” Tolbert in Herrin in 1964. He preceded her in...

Jul 28, 2021

Rantoul - Billy Joe Phillips, 88, of Rantoul passed away on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at 5:45 am at his home.

Billy Joe was born on December 30, 1932, of Herrin Illinois to Joe Henry and Hazel (Yates) Phillips.   He married Lorraine Cronin on June 2, 1956, in Herrin Illinois.   She survives of Rantoul. 

Mr. Phillips was a veteran of...