Obituaries

Feb 13, 2021

On the morning of February 13th 2021, Rosemary McKinney was called home to meet her savior and those she loved that passed before her.

Rosemary was born December 9, 1939 in Stonington, Illinois the daughter of Orville and Beulah (Greer) Cowell.  She married Delbert “Dean” McKinney in December, 1957.

Rosemary's life can be defined by faith and family. She grew...

Feb 12, 2021

Carmine M. Liscio, age 91, of Creal Springs, passed away at 5:30am on Friday, February 12, 2021 at Integrity Healthcare of Cobden.

Carmine was born in Brooklyn, New York on November 8, 1929, the son of Michael and Philomena (Sarno) Liscio.  He married Dorothy Padlo in Manville, New Jersey on February 23, 1952. She survives in Creal Springs.

Mr. Liscio...

Feb 11, 2021

John David Forester, 61, passed away on Thursday, February 11, 2021 at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, IN.

John was born on February 7, 1960 in Detroit, MI to Frank and Frances (McCann) Forester.  He worked as a custodian at SIU.

Survivors include:

Parents-Frank and Frances Forester

Sister-Sandra Nelson

John will be buried at McKinney Chapel Cemetery in Marion.  Blue Funeral...

Feb 10, 2021

Herrin- Lillian E. Leeds, age 82, of Herrin, passed away at 5:25pm on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at Herrin Hospital.

Lillian was born in Herrin on January 27, 1939, the daughter of Louis J. and Lorine (Adams) Steinmetz. She married Vernon Duane Leeds in Zeigler on September 3, 1975. He preceded her in death on January 18, 1985.

She had...

Feb 10, 2021

Brenda South, 72, passed away on February 10, 2021 at her home.

Brenda was born on August 15, 1948 in Williamson County to Clifton and Margaret (Walker) Morgan.  She married Jack South at Palestine Baptist Church on November 3, 1967 and he survives.

Survivors include:

Husband-Jack South of Johnston City

Daughter-Kimberly and Mike Redmon of Paducah

Grandchildren-Madi and Wes Redmon...

Feb 7, 2021

Addie Francis Buttrum 80, of Pittsburg, went to her Lord on Sunday, February 7, 2021 at 3:25 pm at Herrin Hospital.

Addie was born May 27, 1940 in Dykersburg the daughter of Harry and Madge (Hendrickson) Hosmon.  She married Edward Buttrum on June 4, 1957 in Marion and together they shared over 44 years of marriage until his death on...

Feb 5, 2021

Carolyn Sue Miskelley, of Marion, IL, passed away Friday, February 5, 2021 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born to Andrew and Maxine (Huff) Rametta, July 20, 1949 in Marion, where she has lived her whole life.

Carolyn married Howard Miskelley August 20, 1971. They shared over 49 loving years of marriage. Together, their...

Feb 5, 2021

Carol Jean (Gonglik) Norris, 72 years old of West Frankfort, Illinois, passed away on February 5, 2021, after a courageous illness, surrounded by her loving family, who will continue to honor her legacy by living their lives to the fullest. She was born July 16, 1948, in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. Carol Jean was the daughter of John and Mary (Simko)...

Feb 5, 2021

Martha Marie Jennings (Peaches), 76, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family on Friday, February 5, 2021.

Martha M. Jennings was born on December 15, 1944 to Martha and Robert Perkins.

Survivors include her daughters, Tammy S. Childers and husband Matt of Marion, IL., Christina R. Hickey and husband Thomas of Johnston City, IL.; grandchildren, Dalton S. Francis,...

Feb 4, 2021

A special note for Blackcat Nation....Brian is planning on setting up and broadcasting this evening's services for our dear friend, "Coach" Jerry Qualls. Coach Qualls was a cornerstone to our community foundation, and will be surely missed. Please tune in at 6 pm this evening to pay tribute to his memory and legacy, and also to show your support for...

Feb 4, 2021

James (Jimmy) Pierce, 55, born September 23, 1965 passed away peacefully at his Murphysboro home on Thursday, February 4, 2021. Jimmy was born and raised in Bush, Illinois.

Jimmy was a well-known tattoo artist and worked for Murphysboro township.

Jimmy was preceded in death by his father, Larry E. Pierce of Herrin, Illinois; step-father, Carl Tweedy of Bush; grandparents, Henry...

Feb 4, 2021

Donald Edward Robinson, age 91, of Marion, passed away at 4:26pm on Thursday, February 4, 2021 at the Veteran’s Community Living Center in Marion. 

Donald was born on March 7, 1929, the son of Edward and Orpha Belle (Evans) Robinson. He married Mary Elva Robertson in Chicago on October 25, 1967. She preceded him in death on June 28, 2014.  

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Feb 3, 2021

Brian Keith Harris, 50, of Christopher, passed away on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at 3:45 am at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale.

Brian was born June 23, 1970 in Wilmington, Illinois the son of Carl Eugene and Martha Ann (Edwards) Harris.

He had worked in housekeeping in a nursing home.

Survivors include his: Mother – Martha Ann Harris of Pittsburg

Significant...

Feb 3, 2021

Michael Eugene Hopkins, 59, passed away on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at his home.

Michael was born on November 3, 1961 in Elgin to David Lee and Shirley Gene (Hall) Hopkins.  He worked as a machine operator.

Survivors include:

Daughter-Nicki and Toby Holmes of Kingsland, GA

Son-Aaron Hopkins of Chaffee

Grandchildren-River and Brooks Holmes of Kingsland, GA

Sister-Reva and Ron...

Feb 2, 2021

Born to Ruth and Ernest Marsh in Chicago, Barbara Gunnell died after a lengthy illness on 2/2/2021.  She went to Nash Elementary, where at age 12 she was told by a patrol guard to stay on the sidewalk.  She later married that patrol guard, Donald Gunnell, a Chicago Police Officer & Illinois State Police Ballistics specialist, who preceded her in death Jan...

Feb 1, 2021

Carl Burl Hudgens, 91, of Marion, passed away on Monday, February 1, 2021 at 6 pm at Carrier Mills Nursing Home.

Carl was born November 18, 1929 in Makanda, the youngest son of Harvey and Lona (Stokes) Hudgens.  He married Betty Ruth Meneese in 1955. She preceded him in death in 1965. He later married Dolly Irene Kelton on May...

Jan 30, 2021

Dr. Richard E. Schaede, “Doc”, 93, a family practice physician for 48 years in the towns of Rantoul and Marion, Illinois, peacefully passed away at home on January 30, 2021.

Dr. Schaede was born August 28, 1927 in Thomasboro, IL, the son of Mayo and Opal (Hutchison) Schaede. He married his high school sweetheart, Marlene Coffey, on June 13, 1948...

Jan 30, 2021

Herrin- Randy Joe Lindsey, age 64, of Herrin, passed away at 11:29pm on Saturday, January 30, 2021 at his home in Herrin.

Randy was born the son of Oscar and Violet Williams in Herrin on March 2, 1956. Shortly after his birth, he was involved in the Herrin Propane Explosion of 1956, taking his parents lives and leaving him the...

Jan 28, 2021

James (Jim) Frank Chiaventone, 89, Herrin; passed away on January 28, 2021.  Jim was the son of the late Joseph and Florence (Bardaloni) Chiaventone of Orient, IL.

Jim married Delene Marlow of Herrin in 1952 at OLMC Catholic church in Herrin; they shared 38 years of marriage, before her passing at a young age in 1990. Jim never remarried.

After...

Jan 25, 2021

Derrick Lee Lewis, 46 years old of Herrin, Illinois passed away on Monday, January 25, 2021. Derrick was born to Jerry Lee Lewis and Sharon Faye Lewis on April 9, 1974 in Herrin, Illinois. Derrick was a man who loved his children and family. He had a heart so big that he was always friendly to everyone and helped...