Obituaries
Patsy Ann Polete
Oct 20, 2026
Patsy Ann Polete (Millikan), 86, of Murphysboro, Illinois, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2026.
Pat, as she was lovingly known by most who knew her, was an amazing lady whose life was centered around her faith and, above all else, her family. She loved her family with all her heart and found her greatest joy in the people she loved....
Paula Marie Macias
Oct 11, 2026
It is with profound grief and heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Paula Marie Macias, who went to be with the Lord on October 11, 2026, at Belleville Memorial Hospital. Paula was 59 years old.
Born on December 8, 1966, in Bryan, Texas, Paula lived a full life surrounded by family, love, and cherished memories. Throughout her life,...
Virginia Faye Bonds
Oct 7, 2026
Virginia Faye Bonds, née Mitchell, was born on November 1, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois, to the union of Lucille and Lathion Mitchell. As the oldest daughter in a family of eight children, consisting of four boys and four girls, Virginia naturally became an important part of her family’s foundation.
Affectionately known as “Jenny” or “Fats,” Virginia graduated from Harper High School...
Danny Arthur Welch
Oct 6, 2026
Danny Welch, 71, of Carbondale, Illinois, passed away at his home on October 6, 2026.
Danny was born on January 19, 1955, in San Gabriel, California, to Gerald and Mary Welch.
In his free time, Danny enjoyed reading and listening to good music. He was a devoted fan of the Las Vegas Raiders and the New York Yankees. Danny also attended Southern...
Frances Dobbins
Oct 5, 2026
A Life of Love, A Legacy That Will Last Forever
It is with profound sadness, but hearts overflowing with love and gratitude, that we announce the passing of our beloved Frances Dobbins, who departed this life on October 5, 2026, at the age of 84.
Frances spent nearly her entire life in the beautiful mountains of Brevard, North Carolina, a place she...
Maretta Hazel Alley
Oct 2, 2026
It is with sorrow that we announce the passing of Mrs. Maretta Hazel Alley, 91, of Murphysboro, Illinois, who passed away Friday, October 2, 2026, at Sunshine Gardens in Marion, Illinois.
Maretta was born in Pomona, Illinois, on April 21, 1935, to Arthur and Hazel Hagler.
Maretta married the love of her life, Oren L. Alley, and together they raised two children,...
Cynthia Jo Johnson
Sep 25, 2026
Cynthia Jo Johnson, known lovingly as Cindy to her friends and family, was born in Carbondale, Illinois, on January 4, 1955. She passed away peacefully in Cobden, Illinois, on September 25, 2026, leaving behind a life filled with family, love, quiet strength, and cherished memories.Cindy was a devoted daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She is survived by her brothers,...
Ruth Ann Pulcher
Sep 21, 2026
It is with sorrow that we announce the passing of Ruth Ann Pulcher, 84, of Murphysboro, Illinois, on Monday, September 21, 2026, at her home.
Ruth was born July 25, 1942, in Jackson, Tennessee, to Harry and Helen Rains. She married Gilbert R. Pulcher on July 30, 1960. They shared 64 years of marriage before his passing in 2024.
She was preceded...
Michael Sztym
Sep 20, 2026
Michael "Mike" Sztym, 58, of Murphysboro, Illinois, passed away on September 20, 2026. Born in Chicago to the late Michael and Magdalene Sztym, Mike was a beloved husband, father, and friend whose life was defined by a profound sense of honor and service.
Enlisting in the U.S. Army at just 18 years old, Mike served his country proudly for 14 years....
William Lynn "Willie" Ticer
Sep 20, 2026
William Lynn “Willie” Ticer, age 64, of Murphysboro, gained his wings and went home to God, our Heavenly Father, on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at Carbondale Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, following a courageous two-year battle with cancer.
Willie was born on January 26, 1962, to Charles Edward Ticer and Kay Marie (Gale) Ticer of Gorham, Illinois. He attended...
Jerrod Richard Nelson
Sep 19, 2026
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Jerrod Richard Nelson, 39, of Carbondale, on September 19, 2026. Jerrod was born February 11, 1987, to Michael and Tammy Nelson.
The first time we heard Jerrod’s belly laugh was while watching the Three Stooges on TV. That Christmas, Jerrod found a black magic marker, and we found Zorro Z’s...
Carol Denise Mitchell
Sep 18, 2026
Carol Mitchell, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2026, in the comfort of her home in Carbondale, Illinois, at the age of 71.
Carol was born on August 4, 1955, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Ivory and Mary Alice Mitchell. She was raised in Centreville, Illinois, where she became well known and...
Joan Marcia Johnson
Sep 17, 2026
With profound sorrow and eternal hope, we, the family of Joan Marcia Johnson, announce her passing at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 17, 2026. A devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, intercessor, evangelist, and inner-city missionary, Joan lived a life rooted in faith, service, and an unwavering love for Jesus Christ.
Joan Marcia Johnson ( nee Yearby, formerly Jenkins) was born on April...
Gloria Jean Morgan
Sep 15, 2026
Gloria Jean (Hall) Morgan, 77, of Murphysboro, Illinois, passed away peacefully at her home on September 15, 2026.
Gloria was born on May 16, 1949, in Mt. Gilead, Ohio. She will be lovingly remembered by her family and those whose lives she touched throughout the years.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Gloria is survived by her beloved husband, James Scott...
Kathryn Sue Hines
Sep 12, 2026
Kathryn Sue Hines, 82, of Murphysboro, Illinois, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2026, at Manor Court of Carbondale, Illinois. She was born on February 25, 1944, in Murphysboro, Illinois, to the late Roy and Ella (Lane) Stanton.
Kathryn cherished the time she spent with her sister, talking on the phone every day, playing games on her phone, and enjoying lunch...
Queenie Elizabeth Clark
Sep 11, 2026
Queenie Elizabeth Clark, age 66, of Carbondale, Illinois, peacefully passed away at her home on September 11, 2026.
Queenie was born on July 18, 1960, in Cairo, Illinois, to Eddie and Blanche Clark. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend whose presence brought love, warmth, and joy to the lives of many.
Throughout her working years, Queenie was...
Wayne Eugene Aydt
Sep 11, 2026
Wayne E. Aydt, age 59, of Johnston City, Illinois, passed away on Friday, September 11, 2026, at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale, Illinois. He was born on December 8, 1966, in McLeansboro, Illinois, the son of Clarence William “Bill” and Bernice Aydt.
Wayne was a graduate of McLeansboro Township High School. He later attended Southern Illinois University Carbondale and the Missouri University...
Nancy Morrison Burton
Sep 8, 2026
Nancy Morrison Burton, 68, of Murphysboro, Illinois, passed away in the hospital in Carbondale on 8th September 2026.Born to Thomas and Joan Morrison, Nancy grew up in the Chicago suburbs. She later attended Southern Illinois University in Carbondale graduating with a degree in Education. She worked as a reading specialist for the next 25 years in the United States, Japan...
Harvey J. Chaloupka
Sep 1, 2026
Harvey Chaloupka, 78, passed away at his home in Makanda on September 1, 2026.
Born and raised in Berwyn, Illinois, a historic Bohemian suburb of Chicago, Harvey carried throughout his life a deep appreciation for craftsmanship, ideas, music, and the quiet beauty of the world around him. He was a private and independent man, thoughtful in his words and deliberate in...
Larry Wayne Knuckles, Jr.
Aug 25, 2026
Larry W. Knuckles, Jr. passed away on August 25, 2026, in Sparta, Illinois.
Larry was a loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend who was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. He had a passion for cars and was especially proud of his Honda Civic. Larry was also a talented game developer and an avid gamer,...
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