Murphysboro, Illinois Obituaries
Local Obituaries for the Murphysboro, Il area
Billy Dean Huffstutler
Dec 28, 2023
Billy Dean Huffstutler, age 59, of Murphysboro, Illinois passed away Thursday, December 28, 2023, peacefully at his residence.
He was born on December 13, 1964, to the late Billy E. and Amy E. “Peggy” (Cripps) Huffstutler in St. Louis, Missouri. He grew up mostly in Grand Tower, Illinois and graduated from Shawnee High School.
Billy enjoyed life the best way...
Daniel Coen
Dec 25, 2023
Daniel Coen, P.E., R.L.S., 73, of Southern Illinois died on Christmas morning. He was born May 5, 1950, he often enjoyed his Mexican birthday with margaritas and a sombrero. It has been said he made the best green chicken enchiladas in Illinois! He was preceded in death by his parents Bill and Ruth Coen, his wife of more than 48...
Joni Lynn Peairs
Dec 25, 2023
Joni “Gussie” Peairs, 64, of Marion, IL passed away on Monday, December 25, 2023, at Heartland Regional Medical Center.
Joni was born on September 11, 1959, in Ashland, Kentucky to the late Charlie and Clara (Cawvey) Peairs.
Although she was born in Kentucky she didn’t stay there long. She and her sister Jackie grew up all over the world while...
Cathy Aden
Dec 22, 2023
Cathy Aden, 60, of Carbondale, IL passed away on Friday, December 22, 2023 at Integrity Nursing and Rehab Center.
Cathy was born on April 23, 1963 to Dudley & Barbara Nichols in Los Angeles, California.
After becoming an LPN, Cathy spent many years providing care to others as a Nurse at Marion Memorial Hospital.
She is survived by her...
Van Houston Williamson Sr.
Dec 16, 2023
Van Houston Williamson Sr., 62 of Murphysboro, Illinois passed away on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at his residence.
Van was born on August 20, 1961 in Carrollton, Georgia to the late Umon and Yvonnia (Eakins) Williamson.
Van was a Certified Public Accountant for many years. He enjoyed listening to music with his favorite cocktail. He mostly loved spending time with...
Karen Ann "Amy" Dover
Dec 15, 2023
Karen Ann “Amy” Dover, 66, of Anna, Illinois passed away on Friday, December 15, 2023 at Integrity Healthcare of Anna, Illinois.
Amy was born on February 12, 1957, to the late Ralph and Audrey (Myer) Cunningham in Lincoln, Nebraska. She married Dana Dover on November 3, 1990. They shared 33 years together. She was a member of the Anna...
Enrique Torres
Dec 14, 2023
In Loving Memory of Baby Enrique Torres.
Professional services entrusted to Southern Cremation and Burial Services.
Lois L. Parks
Dec 3, 2023
Lois L. Parks, 68, of Herrin, Illinois passed away on Sunday, December 3, 2023 at home with her loving husband by her side.
She was born on April 16, 1955 to the late Fern and Ellen Shadowens in Marion, Illinois.
Lois is survived by her loving husband of 41 years, Michael B Parks; her two sons, Kyle and Michael D....
Marvin E. Brewer
Dec 2, 2023
Marvin Eugene Brewer, age 81, of Murphysboro, Illinois passed away Saturday, December 2, 2023 in Carrier Mills Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.
He was born May 6, 1942 in Carbondale Illinois to the late George Brewer and Zelma Brown.
Marvin was united in holy matrimony to the late Deanna Mildred on February 3, 1966 who preceded him in death, he later met Eva Morefield,...
R. Alegend Jones
Nov 20, 2023
R. ALEGEND JONES was born to Shona (Garner) White and Richard “Rob” Jones in Marion, Illinois, on September 13, 2006. She was the sixth of twelve children. She accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age.
Alegend attended the Carbondale Elementary School System, later moving to the Chicago public schools. Alegend was a brilliant, vibrant, spontaneous, and...
Vera May Bailey
Nov 16, 2023
Vera May, beloved mother of Melissa Saulnier, Joseph Imm, Christopher Bailey and Jeremy Bailey, passed away on November 16, 2023 at the age of 65.
Vera was born on May 5, 1958 to the late Robert Jay Weeks and Dorothy Dalton in Huntington Park, California.
Vera was a loving mother and grandmother who cherished the time she was able to...
Bertrilla Lee Haynes
Nov 16, 2023
Bertrilla Lee Haynes was born to Willie and Irma (Williams) Haynes in Chicago, Illinois, on September 11, 1967. She was the youngest of four children. She accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior at a young age.
Lee attended Barton Elementary School until sixth grade and Stevenson Elementary School, where she was a part of the first school to integrate...
John Dale Eudy
Nov 15, 2023
John Dale Eudy of Harrisburg, 64, passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at his home surrounded by loved ones.
He was born on August 15, 1959 in Paris TN to the late James C. and Mary M. (Stamps) Eudy.
John is survived by his wife, Debbie Eudy; daughters, Jamie (Tim) Oslay of Galatia, IL, Sara (Andrew) Montgomery of Henderson,...
Gabrielle Rennae Thaddies
Nov 13, 2023
Gabrielle Rennae Thaddies was born on October 29, 2023, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Jessalyn Jackson Jr. and Darnell Thaddies Jr. She was a beautiful little person who had joy and happiness to spread to everyone. Gabrielle departed this life on November 13, 2023, surrounded by her loving parents.
She was preceded in death by her brothers Marcus Thaddies, Michael...
Barbara Ann Hudson
Oct 26, 2023
Barbara Ann Hudson, 71, of Carbondale, Illinois passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loved ones on Thursday, October 26, 2023.
Barbara was born to the late Thomas Hudson Jr. and Evelyn (Robinson) Hudson on April 24, 1952, in Mound City, Illinois and is one of ten children.
Barbara graduated from Meridian High School class of 1970....
John Henry Lewis
Oct 26, 2023
John Henry Lewis, 77, of Carbondale, IL passed away Thursday, October 26, 2023 at his residence.
He was born May 5, 1946 in Murphysboro, IL to the late Norah and Willie Mae (Langford) Lewis.
In accordance with the wishes of John Henry Lewis cremation rites will be accorded. The Lewis family will have a Celebration of Life Service from 11:00 am...
James E. Adkinson Jr.
Oct 19, 2023
James Edward Adkinson Jr., 61, departed his earthly life at home on Thursday, October19, 2023. James known to everyone as “Joe” was born to James Edward Adkinson andMarva Leona (Mackins) Adkinson on June 3, 1962 in Anna, Illinois and is one of sixchildren.
Joe was raised in Pulaski, Illinois and attended Meridian High School. He was amember of St. John’s...
Bonnie J. Yager
Oct 6, 2023
Bonnie Jo Yager, 50, of Carbondale, IL, passed away on October 6, 2023 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale, IL.
Bonnie was born on November 11, 1972 to the late Gerald and Sylvia May in Peoria, IL. She often traveled a lot as a child making school a challenge but she still managed to graduate from an alternative high school program...
Carl S. Lass Jr.
Sep 19, 2023
Carl (Bud) Lass Jr, 81, of Carbondale, IL, passed away peacefully at Fairview Nursing Home. He has gone to be with Our Lord, Jesus.
Beloved son of the late Carl and Louise (Graham) Lass, he is preceded in death by his wife of 32 years, Donna and step-daughter, Amy.
Thankfully, he remained home with his...
Michael F. Shands
Sep 11, 2023
Michael ( Mike) F. Shands 61, of Murphysboro, Illinois passed away September 11,2023 at his home.
He was born June 30, 1962 to Glenn H. Shands & Betty L. Shands.
Mike is survived by his brother, Kenny ( Karen) Shands; one sister in Law, Rhonda Shands; nephew, Travis (Amanda) Shands; nieces, Brittni (John) Heilig and...
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