Obituaries

Sep 26, 2024

Brandie Diane (Jones) Beasley, 58, passed away peacefully at her home on September 26, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 14, 1966, in Hammond, Indiana, the daughter of Barry and Barbara Jones. 

Brandie was a devoted wife, mother, and friend whose warmth and love will be missed by all who knew her. Brandie had a deep love for...

Sep 24, 2024

John Charles Wade passed away on Tuesday September 24, 2024, at Deaconness Hospital in Marion, Illinois, with his family by his side. He was 48 years old. 

John was born on June 24, 1976, to Walter Dean (Johnny) and Doris Wade in Marion Illinois. He lived in Marion most of his life but also lived for several years in Missouri where...

Sep 10, 2024

David Lee McInroe, age 89, of Marion, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at his residence in Marion.

David was born October 26, 1934 in Decatur, Illinois, a son of Leo and Madge Eleanor (Daniels) McInroe. He proudly served in the United States Navy from 1952-1956. David obtained his Masters Degree and had worked as a teacher in education.

No public...

Sep 8, 2024

Kelly Jean Byrn, age 58, of Marion, Illinois, passed away Sunday, September 8, 2024 at her home in Marion, Illinois, surrounded by her loving family.

Kelly was born November 06, 1965 in Herrin, Illinois, a daughter of Billy and Marian Lucille (Gregge) Triplett. She married the love of her life, Curtis Byrn on September 15, 2018 in Carterville.

She is survived...

Sep 5, 2024

Jeremy Todd Foster, age 35, of Marion, Illinois, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, September 5, 2024 at his home in Marion, Illinois, following an accident.

Jeremy was born June 05, 1989 in Carbondale, Illinois, the son of Dawn Michelle (Rumsey) "Shellie" Caulk. He married the love of his life, Kristina Lee "Kristy" (Dawson) Foster on November 10, 2012 in West Frankfort, IL....

Sep 3, 2024

Barbara Jean (Howerton) Sullins, known affectionately as Bobbie, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2024, in La Mesa, California, at the age of 91. Born September 16, 1932, in Marion, Illinois, she was a cherished daughter of Bill and Fern Howerton.

Bobbie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James Sullins, her parents, sister, Nancy Henley, and brother, Harry Dean...

Sep 3, 2024

John Rollie Heckwine, of Carbondale, Illinois passed away on September 3, 2024, at Carbondale Memorial Hospital. He was born October 31, 1949, in Mattoon, Illinois, the son of John Heckwine and Norma Ruth Curtis.

On October 27, 1967, he married Marsha Heckwine at the First Christian Church, in Flora, Illinois. Together they happily shared almost 57 years...

Sep 2, 2024

In loving memory of our little superhero, Jamir LaShaun Gibbs, age 7, who soared to new adventures on September 2, 2024. Jamir was a boy of boundless energy and a heart as big as the universe. Known for his infectious smile and joyful laughter, he was a jokester at heart, always armed with whoopee cushions and pranks that brought...

Sep 1, 2024

Dorothy Liscio, age 91, of Creal Springs, Illinois, passed away Sunday, September 1, 2024 at her granddaughter's home in Johnston City, Illinois.

Dorothy was born December 01, 1932 in Manville, New Jersey, a daughter of Lazar and Magdalene (Blaschak) Padla. She married the love of her life, Carmine Michael Liscio on February 23, 1952 in Manville, NJ. He preceded her in...

Aug 29, 2024

Lois Dean Fox, age 78, of Herrin, Illinois, passed away Thursday, August 29, 2024 at Shawnee Senior Living Center in Herrin, Illinois.

Lois was born September 28, 1945 in Marion, Illinois, a daughter of Carl Russell and Francis Loudene (Malone) Jackson. She married the love of her life, James Paul "Jim" Fox and he preceded her in death.

She is survived...

Aug 28, 2024

Dorothy Jean Hanks, 73, of Marion, Illinois passed away on August 28, 2024, at St. Louis University Hospital, St. Louis, Missouri.  She was born on May 18, 1951, in Marion, Illinois, the daughter of Carl Dean Travelstead and Patsy Currey.

On November 7, 1980, she married the love of her life, Robert “Bobby” Hanks, and they shared...

Aug 28, 2024

Jesse (Jerry or J.W.) William Berry passed away at 12:28 a.m. on August 28, 2024, at the Marion V.A. Medical Center.  Jesse was born on January 31, 1933, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, to Philena Fleming Sanders and Orville Berry.  Jesse was raised by his mother and stepfather, Eugene Fleetwood in Poplar Bluff.

Jesse entered the United States...

Aug 28, 2024

George Robert “Bobby” Spicer Jr, 60 of Creal Springs, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on August 28, 2024, with the love of his life, Kathy, at his side.  Bobby was born October 4, 1963.

Bobby was devoted to Kathy, his wife of 13 years, Always and Forever Love.  He loved spending time with her, their children,...

Aug 27, 2024

Robert Alexander Miller, 76, of Marion, IL, loving father and grandfather, passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at Franklin Hospital in Benton, IL.

Born July 9, 1948, in Anna, IL to Paul F. and Sara M. (Barlow) Miller. He was a graduate of Marion High School and a U.S. Army veteran. He dedicated much of his career...

Aug 22, 2024

Lisa "Michele" Colbert, age 63, of Marion, Illinois, passed away Thursday, August 22, 2024 at Shawnee Senior Living Center in Herrin, Illinois.

Michele was born July 04, 1961 in Centralia, Illinois, a daughter of John and Glenda Mae Colbert (Naile). She enjoyed Theater and Drama while in high school. She attended Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville, where she received her Masters Degree...

Aug 22, 2024

Saundra Kaye Douglas, age 81, of Marion, passed away at 12:02 pm on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at Parkway Manor .

Saundra was born January 29, 1943 in Marion, a daughter of Max and Imogene (Jones) Hudgens. She married the love of her life James "Jim" Douglas on March 20, 1985 and together they shared over 31 years of marriage until...

Aug 21, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Franklin Rainey on August 21, 2024, in Marion, Illinois. Robert (Bob) Franklin Rainey was born on January 24, 1951, in Mt. Vernon, Illinois.

He was a United States Air Force Veteran, Owner /Operator at Rainey's Trucking, auto mechanic, carpenter, caregiver, and a dear friend...

Aug 20, 2024

Alvin "Luke" Howard, 33, of Lake Jackson, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, in Herrin, Illinois.  Luke was born on March 10, 1991, the son of Kathy (Adams) and Alvin Howard.

Luke grew up in Lake Jackson, Texas.  He went on to serve an electrical apprenticeship and has been employed by Higdon Construction LLC for...

Aug 20, 2024

Jerry Elmo Mann, age 93, of Johnston City, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at Memorial Hospital in Carbondale, Illinois.

Jerry was born July 23, 1931 in Bells, Tennessee, a son of James and Jewell (Bedwell) Mann. He married the love of his life, Gloria (Dunaway) Mann on July 09, 1960 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Beyond his technical skills, Jerry was...

Aug 18, 2024

Cecil Ray Davis, age 88, of Marion, Illinois, passed away Sunday, August 18, 2024 at Integrity Healthcare in Marion, Illinois.

Cecil was born August 16, 1936 in Stonefort, Illinois, a son of George and Bertha (Davis) Davis. He married the love of his life, Jo Ann (Brooks) Davis on February 24, 1959 in Marion. Cecil opened Fast Print in 1981 and...