Obituaries

Sep 30, 2025

Mary Sue “Susie” Parker, 85, of Marion, Illinois passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025 with her family at her side. Born on June 18, 1940 in Creal Springs, IL to Robert William Parks and Helen Campbell Colbroth.

Sue was married to Marvin Pulley from 1956 to 1971. She was married to Bill Parker from 1990 until his death in 2015....

Sep 27, 2025

Rhonda Jean (Barringer) Maze, a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished grandmother, passed away Saturday, September 27, 2025, at the age of 59.

Born July 15, 1966, to Curt and Jean (Girtman) Barringer, she grew up surrounded by family, farming, and a deep love of 4-H. Just as her parents had been 4-H leaders, she proudly carried on their legacy by...

Sep 24, 2025

Russell Leola Davis, age 93, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025, in Marion, Illinois.

Born on January 13, 1932, in Rose, Oklahoma, Russell was the daughter of Russell Bohrn and Helen Dodd. She married Dewain Davis and devoted her life to her family as a loving homemaker. Russell found joy in cooking, reading, and spending time with those she loved....

Sep 20, 2025

Corene Masters Harnish, age 90, passed away peacefully at her home on September 20, 2025, surrounded by those she loved.

Born on August 10, 1935, in Sikeston, Missouri, Corene was the daughter of Everett Masters and Cora Harbison Masters. She married Jerry Lee Harnish Sr., on December 21, 1964, in St. Louis, Missouri. They shared nearly five decades together before Jerry’s passing...

Sep 19, 2025

James R. “Jim” Gilley, age 59, of Tunnell Hill, passed away surrounded by family on September 19, 2025. He was born on September 22, 1965.

He was raised in Owensboro, Kentucky, from six months to 13 years of age before moving with his family to Marion, Illinois, where he continued to grow and build lifelong connections.

Jim will be remembered as an...

Sep 16, 2025

Cheryl Laurette Ponder Whitehead, age 77, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.

Born on December 2, 1947, in Herrin, Illinois, Cheryl was the daughter of Ameul and Maurine Ponder. She graduated from Marion High School and later pursued her interest in beauty by attending beautician school. Her career path led her to a...

Sep 16, 2025

Marvin Paul Voss, age 86, passed away peacefully, Tuesday September 16, 2025, at his home in Makanda, IL. Born December 14, 1938, in Red Bud, IL, he was the son of the late Paul and Esther Voss.

Marvin is survived by his devoted wife, Frances E. Voss of Makanda, IL; three daughters with their spouses, Diana (Dwight) Morgan of Denver, CO;...

Sep 14, 2025

Elizabeth “Liz” Ann Clark, age 61, of Stonefort, Illinois, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2025, surrounded by those she loved most.

Born on July 8, 1964, in Harrisburg, Illinois, Liz was the daughter of Jack Deering and Deanna Phillips. She earned her associate degree and held certification as a professional secretary. Liz dedicated nearly two decades of service to the...

Sep 12, 2025

William Ray Connelley, passed away on September 12, 2025, at his home in Marion.  He was born July 27, 1999, in Carbondale, Illinois, He was the beloved son of Scott Connelley and Leva (Long) Brown and will be remembered for his laughter, wit, and the many ways he brought joy to those around him.

William worked as a laborer at a...

Sep 11, 2025

Rochelle “Spunkie” Bruce, age 77, passed peacefully surrounded by family on September 11, 2025, at the Deaconess Illinois Medical Center in Marion, Illinois.

Spunkie was born at home in Minerva, Ohio to the late Clifford and Audrey Crawford on November 1, 1947. This is the day that Cliff announced “my Spunkie” and the nickname stuck. She attended Minerva High School with...

Sep 8, 2025

Darrel “Scott” Dugan, 60, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.

Scott was born on December 7, 1964, in Vandalia, the son of Carrol Dugan and Sue Carol (Lape) Dugan. He worked as a mail carrier for the United States Postal Service, where his dedication and friendly spirit touched many lives throughout his...

Sep 4, 2025

Hailey Hilliard, 25, of Champaign, Illinois, passed away on September 4, 2025 at Deaconess Medical Center of Marion. She was born in Marion on March 17, 2000, the beloved daughter of Steven Hilliard and Teresa Chapman.

Hailey was a barefooted country girl at heart who lived life with a spirit of adventure. From a young age, she developed a love for...

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Sep 4, 2025

Marilyn Jean Webb, age 94, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2025.

Born on April 19, 1931, in Grand Chain, Illinois, Marilyn was the daughter of Guy Harris and Edna James. She married Chuck Webb, and together they built a life rooted in faith, family, and service. Marilyn worked in accounting for the State of Illinois, where her...

Sep 4, 2025

Beverly "Butchie" (Fisher) Dean was born August 6, 1943, in Herrin, Illinois to Ora Jessie Kirby and Russell "Pete" Dean Fisher. She married Floyd Allen Dean on June 19, 1965.

She was a beautician of 50 years and a faithful member of Marion First Baptist Church since the age of four. In her younger years she enjoyed roller skating and picnics...

Sep 3, 2025

Kendra Cooper, age 65, of Herrin, Illinois, passed away September 3, 2025, at Integrity Healthcare of Marion. She was born August 4, 1960. She was the daughter of Glenn Butcher and Joyce (Baggett) Butcher. She married Denny Cooper. Kendra enjoyed her work as a volunteer at House of Hope in Herrin, Illinois. 

She leaves behind two sons, Josh Siron and Dakota...

Sep 2, 2025

Linda Lou “Mikie” Schafale Holmes 

Wife, Mother, Grandmother, & Great-Grandmother



Linda Lou “Mikie” Schafale Holmes, age 85, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones both physically and in spirit.

She was born in Marion in 1940 to George and Martha Schafale. She was joyfully welcomed by her older sister, Sonja. From Sonja, came the nickname...

Aug 31, 2025

Mary Louise Thiel, 91, of Marion, IL, was called to the Lord on August 31, 2025. 

Mary was born on August 22, 1934, to the late John and Ella Weber in Edgewood, IL. She married George Thiel on July 3, 1954, and they shared 38 years together until his death in 1992. 

She was a faithful member of Lake of Egypt Christian...

Aug 25, 2025

Carl Dean Dahmer, age 88, of Marion, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 25, 2025.

Carl was born June 23, 1937, in Marion, the son of John and Clara (Kuehn) Dahmer. He grew up on the family farm, where his love for the land and animals began. On that same farm he spent much of his life raising cattle, hogs, and...

Aug 25, 2025

Terry G. Spees, of Herrin, IL passed away on August 25, 2025, at his home surrounded by loved ones after a courageous fight with cancer. He was born April 17, 1959, to Charles and Norma Spees of Marion, IL. He grew up in Marion, the oldest of four boys. 

He married Donna Wilkins Spees on May 29, 1982. They shared 28...