Obituaries

Dec 18, 2021

Thomas Russell Prior, age 58, of Cave In Rock, Illinois, passed peacefully surrounded by his loved one’s on Saturday, December 18, 2021.

He was born in Valparaiso, Indiana on December 3,1963 to Thomas and Vivian Prior, who both preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his stepfather Dennis Tucker and brother Jason Tucker....

Dec 11, 2021

Willie Carl Payne, 64, of Carbondale, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, December 11, 2021, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on December 24, 1956, in Joiner, Arkansas, to Mr. Willie and Edith Payne, who preceded him in death.

He was also preceded in death by his son, Carlando Carr; a loving friend Annie Carr; sisters,...

Nov 29, 2021

Veronica Rice of Sioux Falls, SD passed away on November 29, 2021 at her home. She was born on September 20, 1965, in East St Louis, IL to Charles and Mary Lee Rice, who preceded her in death.

She is also preceded in death by her 2 brothers Victor Rice and Charles Rice Jr., her grandparents, uncles,...

Oct 3, 2021

Terry L. Payne, 64, of Murphysboro, IL passed away Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021 at his home.

He was born Nov. 20, 1956 to Dixie and Kenneth Payne in Chicago, IL.

He retired from the US Navy after 20 years of service in 1995. He volunteered at the VFW and the American Legion which eventually led...

Sep 4, 2021

William B. Hornick, affectionately known as "Bill" 77, gained his Heavenly Wings on September 4, 2021, surrounded by his children at his home, as he wished.

He was born July 19, 1944 to John and Marie Hornick in Trenton, New Jersey. In 1985 he met and married Olivia Malroy.

Bill work many years across several...

Jul 16, 2021

Marjorie Ann Martin, 64, went to be with the Lord July 16, 2021, 8:42 am at her home in Cutler, IL with her husband Herbert by her side.

Marjorie was the youngest of three children born May 26, 1957 to Major Thomas Connolly and Mary Ann Connolly (nee) Tibbets. Her parents and two brothers, Thomas Connolly and...

Jul 12, 2021

Jimmy Ray Nelson, Jr., was born in on June 30 in 1982 in Kennett, Missouri, to Dollie and Jimmy (Payne) Nelson.

He enjoyed fishing, landscaping, painting, singing, dancing, and spending time with his family and friends. Jimmy was loved by many people.

He leaves to cherish his memory: his wife, Marissa Lilly; his children, Khalil...

Jul 9, 2021

Raymond Melhuish was born on October 25, 1940 in Melbourne, Australia, to Robert and Edna Melhuish. He died peacefully, at his home on July 9, 2021, with his loving wife by his side.

At the age of 15 the wondering bug hit Young Ray and he begin to explore and work all over the continent. He drove...

Jun 4, 2021

Theresa Marie Andrews (Sissy Cupp) was born on November 21, 1961 in Washington, D.C., to Carlos Pruna and Mary Heinze. She made her Grand Entrance through the Gates of Heaven at 2:24 AM on June 4, 2021 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale, IL.

Theresa accepted Christ into her life at an early age. She received her education...

May 27, 2021

Miguel Garcia, 66, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2021 peacefully, at his home.

Miguel was born August 26, 1954 in Chicago, IL to Cornelio and Margarita Garcia

His is survived by his twin brother, Angel Garcia; and his sister, Lumi Garcia; song with a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. He will be...

May 12, 2021

Gary Behm was born on June 26, 1954 in Kewanee, IL, to Lawrence and Bernedean Behm.

Gary accepted Christ at an early age. He received his education in the Kewanee Public School System. Gary was the husband of Mrs. Tammy Behm, sharing 25 years of marriage.

He enjoyed spending time and raising his grandson Bryson...

May 5, 2021

Roderick was born to Evelyn and Thomas Hudson on July, 12 1954 in Cairo, Illinois. He was the youngest of nine siblings; Billy of St Mary, MO, Thomas (Janet) Hudson Jr. of Suffolk, VA, Darrell Hudson and Kevin Hudson of Carbondale, IL, Michael Hudson of Hampton , VA, Karen (Barry) of Murphysboro, IL, Barbara and Patronia of Carbondale, IL....

Apr 24, 2021

LaKyrra Rachelle Harvey was born on April 17, 1984, in Cairo, IL, to the union of Larry Harvey Sr. and Karen Hudson Harvey.

On Saturday, April 24, 2021, the Lord called her home, at the age of 37, to a place of rest and peace.

LaKyrra was educated in the Carbondale Public School System. She...

Mar 25, 2021

Gloria Jean Nunley entered this world on September 4, 1963, to the late Mrs. Rosie Mae Alexander and Mr. Knox Nunley in Turrell, Arkansas. She was called home to glory on Thursday, March 25, 2021, at her residence in Carbondale, IL

Gloria moved to Southern Illinois as a young child with her Grandmother, Ms, Jackson, She attended...

Feb 28, 2021

Robert A. “Bebop” Glasco was born on May 12, 1963 in Charleston, MO, to William and Lacella Glasco.

Robert accepted Christ into his life at an early age. He received his education in Carbondale Public School System. Robert embarked into a beautiful journey with the love of his life, Lita Ray together, with love, they raised two...

Feb 21, 2021

Paul V. Trosclair, 67, departed this life on Sunday, February 21, 2021 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale.

He was born on August 19, 1953 to Virgus and Laverne (Kraus) Trosclair in Melrose Park, IL.

Paul was an adventuresome soul with a love for travel, he was a gentle soul with a...

Jan 21, 2021

ames Willie Earl Zolliecoffer, 56, Passed away on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale.

Earl was born on September 3, 1964 in Waterloo, Iowa to Dennia Zolliecoffer.

Earl is survived by his wife, Pamela Zolliecoffer of Janesville, IA; daughters, Falone Austin of Des Moines, IA and Teahjah Zolliecoffer of Milwaukee, WI; sons,...

Jan 19, 2021

Wendy Neal, 71, of Harrisburg Illinois died peacefully in her home on January 19th, 2021. Born January 25, 1949 in Harrisburg, Illinois, she is predeceased by her parents, Donal and Peggy (Cole) Sumner, and her late husband of 45 years, Robert Neal of Harrisburg Illinois. The two wed on February 16, 1970. She is survived by all five of...

Feb 9, 2010

James R. "Jim" Smith, 68, passed away on Tuesday, February 9, 2010, at home.

Jim was born November 8, 1942, in Metropolis, Illinois, to Izetta Lyndsey and Robert E. Smith.

A Carbondale High School graduate, he enlisted in the Army in 1961 and was stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia, before going overseas. After being discharged, he attended Vocational Technical Institute, earning a...

Jan 10, 0026

Pamela M. Tornow, 72, of West Frankfort, Illinois, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on May 25, 1953, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late William and Nancy (Janicke) Quinlan. Pamela spent most of her early childhood in Blue Island, Illinois. She worked for many years at Blue Cross Blue Shield, where she was known for her...