Obituaries
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...
Marilyn S. Henson
Sep 11, 2023
It is with great sadness that we mourn the loss of Marilyn Sue Henson, 83, of Murphysboro, IL who passed away on Monday, September 11, 2023 at her residence, with her loving family by her side.
She was born on December 23, 1939 to the late Alfred and Ester (Auton) Layman in Marion, IL.
She...
Ronald E. Shanafelt Sr.
Sep 10, 2023
Ronald Eugene Shanafelt Sr., age 69 of Centralia, Illinois passed away September 10, 2023 at his home. He was born on April 30, 1954 to the late Clifford and Imogene (Dodson) Shanafelt. He married Robin Lee Knott on June 5, 1976 and she preceded him in death on April 11, 2023.
Ronald enjoyed spending time with his...
Marion E. Goodwin
Sep 10, 2023
Marion "Beth" Elizabeth Goodwin born January 14, 1939 died on September 10, 2013 84 years young.
Beth was preceded in death by her parents William (Bill) and Violet (Vi) Rockey; sons, Geoffery and William (Bill); and her beloved husband, Myron (Mike) Goodwin.
During her rich life she was a wife, beloved mother, caregiver, held a...
Craig L. Allen
Sep 4, 2023
On Monday, September 4, 2023, at 2:56 pm our Heavenly Father called to rest Craig L. Allen in the comfort of his home. He was surrounded by his loving and devoted family, while watching his favorite movie ‘Superfly’.
He was born to James B. and Barbara A. (Shoffner) Allen on August 10, 1955, in Flint, Michigan.
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Lisa A. Jeffro
Sep 3, 2023
On Sunday, September 3, 2023, Lisa Ann Jeffro was called home to be with her Lord and Savior at Decatur Memorial Hospital of Decatur, Illinois. She received the greatest grace of eternal peace, where there is no more pain. She was born on January 2, 1964 in Los Angles, California to Jewell and James (Lewis) Branson.
Lisa...
Patricia A. Covington
Jul 19, 2023
Patricia “Pat” Covington, 77, passed away at Carbondale Memorial Hospital at 5:20p.m. on July 19, 2023. Born in Mt. Vernon, IL on June 21, 1946, she lived in Carbondale as well as Cape Coral, FL. She is survived by her loving partner of nearly 44 years, Shari Rhode, of Murphysboro, IL, and their beloved four-footed kids, Guinny and Teddy;...
Lloyd T. Rich
Jul 17, 2023
Wild foods expert, historical reenactor, galactic philosopher and local character Lloyd T. "Time Lloyd" Rich passed away July 16, 2023, in Marion, IL.
Born to Lloyd George Rich and Ilona Helen Szinte of Maquoketa, IA, February 29, 1946 (leap year!). He was 77 years old, or, if one considers that his birthday only truly took place every...
Bruce Amsbary
Jul 5, 2023
Harlow Bruce Amsbary passed into his final adventure during the week of July 1, 2023, or as he was fond of saying “crossed over the rainbow bridge.” Bruce was born in Champaign, Illinois in 1957, as the third child of Frank Clifford Amsbary III and Mina Amsbary (Coy).
He is survived by his immediate family – brother...
Kelly G. Arndell
Jul 2, 2023
Kelly Gene Arndell of Evansville Indiana passed away at 4:35 pm on Sunday July 2, 2023 at his home in Carbondale Illinois at the age of 62.
He was born November 6,1960 in Evansville Indiana to his father Alton Gene Arndell and mother Dorothy Jean (Turpin) Pearcy.
Kelly was a 1979 graduate of North Posey...
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