Obituaries
Steven Eugene Ward
Apr 25, 2025
Steven Eugene Ward
June 13, 1952 – April 25, 2025
Steven Eugene Ward, 72, of Creal Springs, Illinois, passed away peacefully at his residence on April 25, 2025. Born on June 13, 1952, he was the son of the late Thomas Walter Ward and Mildred McErn Ward.
On April 24, 1976, Steven married the love of his life, Sally Mappin Ward. Together, they...
Chris A. Kirby
Apr 23, 2025
Chris Alva Kirby passed away on April 23, 2025, at the Lucy Smith King Care Center in Henderson, Kentucky. He was born in Marion, Illinois on February 2, 1955, the son of Billy Gene and Catherine (Green) Kirby.
He was united in marriage in Paducah, Kentucky on June 22, 1990, to Renee (Turner) Kirby, whom he had dated for ten years...
Gerald "Jerry" Robert Griebe
Apr 21, 2025
Gerald “Jerry” Griebe Jr., age 67, of Goreville, Illinois, passed away on Monday, April 21, 2025, at Deaconess Hospital of Marion.
Jerry was born in Chicago Heights, Illinois, to Gerald Griebe Sr. and Bonnie (Phipps) Griebe. He will be remembered for his generous heart, quiet strength, and the deep love he had for his family.
He is survived by his son, Jeremy...
Grancy Davis
Apr 18, 2025
Grancy “P.O.G. Kyle Davis, “Poor O Grancy”, 76, died Friday, April 18, 2025, in Marion, Illinois, leaving behind a legacy of love and laughter.Grancy was born on September 15, 1948, in Hardin, Kentucky, to Pete Davis and Florine Edmonds Davis. At a young age, Grancy was drafted into the Vietnam War, U.S. military services.Grancy is survived by his children: Sam...
Bonnie Davis
Apr 10, 2025
Bonnie (Cagle) Davis, aged 81 years, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at Parkway Manor in Marion, Illinois, with her children at her side.
Bonnie was born May 21, 1943, in Albany, California, to Elmer and Goldie (Weaver) Cagle. She married Ronald Gene Davis on January 9, 1961, in Marion, Illinois. They were married for 47 years before Ronald passed...
Charles Samuel Arnold
Apr 9, 2025
Charles Samuel Arnold passed away peacefully at home on April 9, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on March 13, 1935, to Charles Cecil Arnold and Pearl Phillips Arnold in Marion, Illinois. He was a 1953 graduate of Marion High School where he was active in football and baseball. Ater high school he went to work for Bearden...
Mark Thomas Roberts
Apr 6, 2025
Mark Thomas Roberts of Marion, Illinois, passed away at his home on April 6, 2025, surrounded by friends and family. He was 53 years old. Born on May 16, 1971, in San Bernardino, California, Mark brought warmth, laughter, and love into the lives of all who knew him. On May 5, 2001, Mark married his soulmate, Michelle—the beginning of a...
Chad Aaron Spiller
Apr 1, 2025
Chad Spiller, age 38, of Marion, IL passed away peacefully in his home on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. He was born on June 17, 1986, in Carbondale, IL, the son of Harry and Shirley Spiller.
Chad was a 2003 graduate of Marion High School. He was proudly enlisted in the United States Navy from 2007-2011 as a fireman and machinist. He...
Lana Christine Russell
Mar 31, 2025
Lana Christine Russell (née Estes) passed away after a courageous battle with cancer, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and strength. Born on August 28, 1962, in Carbondale, Illinois, she was the beloved daughter of James Neil Estes and Zelpha Joan Estes (née McBride).
Christine is survived by her devoted husband, Kent Russell; her cherished daughter, Zelpha Russell; and her...
Walter Eugene Vaughn
Mar 30, 2025
Walter Eugene "Gene" Vaughn passed away Sunday, March 30, 2025, in Carbondale, Illinois.
Gene was born July 12, 1942, in Creal Springs, the son of Walter and Vivian (White) Vaughn.
He worked in the auto industry, the maintenance department at SIU and Tuck Tape. He honorably served in the United States Army.
Gene enjoyed riding horses in his younger years on the...
Diana Jackson
Mar 29, 2025
Diana Jackson, age 83, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025, at Helia Healthcare in Energy. Diana was born in Murphysboro, Illinois, to Walter Cochran and Gloria Calvert Fisher. Throughout her life she lived and worked various occupations in multiple states including Tennessee, Mississippi, and Texas before returning to Illinois when she retired. Diana was married to Harry Ausburn for...
Donna Sue Eastman
Mar 29, 2025
Donna Sue (Kelley) Eastman, lifelong resident of Goreville, Ill., died at home at 8:55 a.m. Saturday, March 29, 2025. She was 82.
With her creative energy, independent spirit, and “people first” approach to life, Donna was a true original. She was a talented artist, a gardener with the biggest green thumb we’ve ever seen, and a witty writer of a hometown...
Myra Gwen Wristen
Mar 28, 2025
Myra Gwen (Buckner) Wristen, 76, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully at her home on March 28, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Gwen was born on August 9, 1948, in Carbondale, Illinois, to Vernon and Helen (Sanders) Buckner. She dedicated over 36 years of her life as an office manager in the radiology department at Herrin Hospital, where she was...
Mary Jane Norris-Baldwin
Mar 25, 2025
Mary Jane Norris-Baldwin (née Craig) was born on August 9, 1951, in Marion, Illinois, to Harry and Gloria (nee Owens) Craig. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Mary passed away peacefully, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories.
Mary was a homemaker who found immense joy in the simple pleasures of life. She had a deep love for the...
Donna Sue Peebles
Mar 22, 2025
Donna Sue Peebles
Donna Sue Peebles, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at the age of 87. Surrounded by the love and care of family and friends, she spent her final days embraced by those who cherished her— a testament to the deep love and devotion she gave so generously throughout her life....
Danny Lee Summers
Mar 17, 2025
Danny Lee Summers, 87, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 17, 1937, in Royalton, Illinois, the son of Flossie and Lindsey Summers.
On October 28, 1966, Danny married the love of his life, Shirley, and they shared many wonderful years together until her passing on February 27,...
Robert Christie
Mar 14, 2025
Robert Russell Christie, age 84, of Creal Springs, went peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior on March 14, 2025.
Robert was born on May 11, 1940, in Carbondale, IL to George and Margaret Christie. He married the love of his life Patricia Chason on June 4, 1960, in Chattahoochee, FL. As a result of their union, they had three...
Linda Hamburg
Mar 13, 2025
Linda Gail Hamburg (Goodson)
January 2, 1950 – March 13, 2025
Linda Gail Hamburg (Goodson) of Creal Springs, Illinois passed away at her home from an aortic aneurysm on March 13, 2025.
Loving wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and colleague to many in her hometown of Chicago and subsequently in the communities of Homewood, Illinois and Smackover, Arkansas before enjoying a peaceful retirement in...
Rebecca Lee (Murphy) Taborn
Mar 12, 2025
Rebecca Lee Murphy, aged 69, of Carrier Mills, Illinois, passed away at 4:43 PM on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at her residence. In accordance with her wishes, she will be cremated, and memorial services will be held privately.
Born on October 23, 1955, in Harrisburg, Illinois, Rebecca was the daughter of the late Dixie L. Brothers and Louis A. Murphy. She...
Dorothy Lee Beasley
Mar 12, 2025
Dorothy Lee Beasley (née Hayes), 96, of Creal Springs, passed away on March 12, 2025, at Harrisburg Medical Center. She was born on December 29, 1928, in Corinth, Illinois, to Elmer and Maxine (Parks) Hayes.
Dorothy was a devoted homemaker and cherished time with her family. She married Carl V. Beasley, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in...
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