Obituaries

David W. Morrow

David W. Morrow

Jan 20, 2018

Herrin- David W. Morrow, 54, of Herrin, formerly of Jackson, TN, passed away at 2:00 AM, Saturday, January 20, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family and friends.

David was born on April 27, 1963 in St. Louis, MO to Walter and Rosemary (Votruba) Morrow.  He married Heather Treece on August 30, 1997 at the First Christian Church in...

Delilah Sue Turner

Delilah Sue Turner

Jan 13, 2018

Marion- Delilah Sue Turner, age 67, of Marion, passed away at 9:25am on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at her home in Marion. Delilah was born in Herrin on July 17, 1950, the daughter of Lorraine Bernice (Conaway) and Elwood Lavern Stanley. She married Marvin Turner. He survives in Marion. Survivors include her husband- Marvin Turner of Marion Three Children- Angie...

Ronald Schuzer

Ronald Schuzer

Jan 12, 2018

Ava-Ronald J. Schuzer, 53, passed away on Friday, January 12, 2018 at Marshall Browning Hospital in DuQuoin. Ronald was born on August 10, 1964 in Chicago to Rudolph and Mary (Cziczo) Schuzer.  He married Michele Marks on April 10, 2004 and she survives. Ronald was a beloved husband, father, brother and son and will be missed by all. Survivors include:...

Betty J. Doughty

Betty J. Doughty

Jan 11, 2018

Betty J. Doughty, 95, of Champaign, formerly of Marion, passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2018 at 5:51 pm at Helia Nursing Home. Betty was born September 21, 1922 in Galatia the daughter of Roy and Ethel (Harris) Webber. She married Raymond L. Doughty on September 17, 1946 in Henderson, Kentucky and together they shared over 51 years of marriage...

Rachael E. Killian

Rachael E. Killian

Jan 11, 2018

Marion-Rachael Eileen Killian, 23, passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2018 in Massac County from injuries sustained as the result of an automobile accident. Rachael was born on November 3, 1994 in Carbondale to Randall and Tyrone (Anderson) Killian. Rachael had a sassy and independent nature which served her well as a full time mom. Her children were her life....

Charles Leon Grider

Charles Leon Grider

Jan 9, 2018

Marion- Charles Leon Grider, age 76, of Marion, passed away at 3:25pm on Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at Heartland Regional Medical Center. Charles was born in Marion on July 5, 1941, the son of Edward Vernon "Boots" and Imogene Juanita (Chamness) Grider.  He was very involved in The Promise of Marion, where he made some very dear friends. Survivors include...

Arlene Lucille Dittmann Schmechel

Arlene Lucille Dittmann Schmechel

Jan 9, 2018

Arlene Lucille Dittmann Schmechel, 78, passed away on January 9, 2018, surrounded by her children at St. Mary’s Hospital in Centralia, Illinois. Arlene was born on July 10, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois. Arlene lost her both of her parents before she was 10, yet this did not stop her from living every day of her life to the fullest. As...

Michael Harris

Michael Harris

Jan 8, 2018

Harrisburg- Michael Roe Harris, 66, of Harrisburg, passed away at 2:00 AM, Monday, January 08, 2018 at Harrisburg Medical Center. Michael was born on May 20, 1951 in Texas to Raymond John and Blanche (Roe) Harris. He was a retired coal miner having worked for 20 years as a miner operator. He was a member of Progressive Mine Workers of...

Michael Duvall

Michael Duvall

Jan 6, 2018

Marion- Michael Ray “Frenchy” Duvall, 69, of Marion, passed away at 3:02 PM, Saturday, January 6, 2018 at St. Louis University Hospital. Mike was born on February 8, 1948 in Shawneetown to Clyde and Mary Nell (Barley) Duvall. He married Cathy Boles on December 29, 1993 at Warder St. Baptist Church in Marion.  She survives of Marion. He was retired...

Esther M. McKenzie

Esther M. McKenzie

Jan 5, 2018

Marion- Esther M. McKenzie, 94, of Marion, passed away at 12:08 AM, Friday, January 5, 2018 at Westside Rehab and Care Center in West Frankfort. Esther was born on January 30, 1923 in Crab Orchard to Roy and Mamie (Stahlhut) Cox. She married Clair McKenzie and together they shared 47 wonderful years together. He preceded her in death in 1987....

Susan Lorraine Davie

Susan Lorraine Davie

Jan 3, 2018

Stiritz- Susan Lorraine Davie, 72, of Stiritz, passed away at 8:18 PM, Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at Herrin Hospital. Susan was born on January 1, 1946 in North Carolina to Charles Oliver Crossmore and Ester (Deaton) Andrew I. She married Charles Lavern Davie on February 17, 1962 in Sanford, NC. Together, they shared fifty five wonderful years together. She worked...

Ervie Kuehling Jr.

Ervie Kuehling Jr.

Jan 3, 2018

Ervie Kuehling Jr.,  87, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2018 at his home. He was born on June 15, 1930 to Ervie and Violet J. (Singer) Kuehling in Wabash County, Illinois. He is preceded in death by his wife, Mary Lois (Rice), father and mother and brothers, LeRoy Don Kuehling and Freddie Ray Kuehling. He leaves behind a son...

Weldon Pulley

Weldon Pulley

Jan 3, 2018

Marion-Weldon Pulley, 86, passed away on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at Heartland Regional Medical Center. Weldon was born on June 6, 1931 to Guy and Sylvia (Atwood) Pulley. He married Pauline Moulton on June 9, 1953 in Arkansas.  She preceded him in death on February 5, 2010. Weldon retired from Maytag in Herrin. He loved the Cubs, enjoyed working in...

Janet Louise Rich

Janet Louise Rich

Dec 31, 2017

Marion- Janet Louise Rich, age 68, of Marion, passed away at 8:16pm on Sunday, December 31, 2017 at St. Louis University Hospital. Janet was born in Marion on April 9, 1949, the daughter of Jewel and Joyce (Lawrence) Parmley.  She was a homemaker. Survivors include her daughter- Heather and William Mitchem of Bonnie, IL Son- Brent Rich of Germany Three...

Ashley Nelson

Ashley Nelson

Dec 30, 2017

Herrin-Ashley Nelson, 31, passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2017 in Herrin. Ashley was born on January 4, 1986 in Carbondale to Mike and Tammy (Sweet) Nelson. Ashley loved life and enjoyed taking care of her family, friends and pets. She is now with her sister Kelly. Survivors include: Parents-Mike and Tammy Nelson of Carbondale Brother-Jerrod Nelson of Carbondale Several...

Everett Gibbons, Jr.

Everett Gibbons, Jr.

Dec 28, 2017

Harrisburg- Everett Gibbons, Jr, 80, of Harrisburg, passed away at 11:22 A<, Thursday, December 28, 2017 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. Everett was born on May 10, 1937 in Dorrisville, IL to Everett and Anna (Grousky) Gibbons. He was Baptist. He will be dearly missed by his family. Survivors include- Sister- Sharon Ricketts and husband Mike of Herrin Sister- Ramona...

Mike Plumer

Mike Plumer

Dec 25, 2017

Creal Springs-Michael “Mike” Plumer passed away on Monday, December 25, 2017 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. Mike was born in Peoria to Dean and Mary J. (Schade) Plumer. He married Allida Carosiello on May 28, 1983. Mike worked for the University of Illinois Extension Service for 34 years. He began his career as a County Agent in Kankakee...

Ronda Charlene Kaufman

Ronda Charlene Kaufman

Dec 25, 2017

Christmas Day 1966 brought excitement because Ronda Charlene Wright had been born December 12, 1966.  Christmas Day 2017 brought sadness to Ronda Wright Kaufman’s family because she took her fight to leave this world.  Ronda Charlene was born to Brenda Charlene (Durham) Wright Hinkley and Ronald Wright.  Her grandparents were Thomas Ned and Mary Lou (Lawrence) Durham and Clearon Sr....

James William Tyler

James William Tyler

Dec 24, 2017

Pittsburg- James William Tyler, age 83, of Pittsburg, passed away at 4:06pm on December 24, 2017 at Herrin Hospital. James was born in Pittsburg on December 2, 1934, the son Henry Edward and Jessie (Marks) Tyler.  He married Joyce Lyerla in Pittsburg on September 11, 1959. She survives. James was a proud United States Army veteran, having served at the...

Jane Bonali

Jane Bonali

Dec 24, 2017

Herrin- Winifred “Jane” Bonali, 75, of Herrin, passed away at 11:35 AM, Sunday, December 24, 2017 at her home. Jane was born on August 13, 1942 in Carterville. She was Baptist. She was an excellent cook and enjoyed reading in her spare time. She most enjoyed time spent with her family or beloved dog- “Bailey”. Survivors include- Daughter- Stephanie Castellano...

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