Obituaries
Alice Lang
Jul 28, 2025
Alice Louise Lang was born on November 14, 1953, in Marion, IL to Eugene Adolph Lang and Esther Muriel (Hudgens) Lang. She graduated from Marion High School in 1971.
Alice began working at Robert’s Insurance Agency in high school then went on to work at John A. Logan College while she attended school there. During her adult life she worked at...
John C. Hulse
Jul 23, 2025
John C. Hulse passed away peacefully on July 23, 2025, at the Marion VA Medical Center in Marion, Illinois. Born on March 8, 1953, in Waterview, Kentucky.
John's journey through life was marked by dedication, service, and the warmth of a family man. He was a husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He proudly served his country for four years in...
Rebecca Mae McGee
Jul 19, 2025
Rebecca McGee, 62, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2025, at Herrin Hospital, surrounded by loved ones.
Born March 5, 1963, to the late Bobby Lee Samples and Romalee (Lindsey) Samples. She married David “Dave” McGee Jr. on July 12, 1985, and together they built a life filled with love, laughter, and family.
Rebecca earned her associate's degree and...
Michael "Mike" Bryk
Jul 18, 2025
Michael “Mike” Bryk, of Marion, IL, formerly of Chicago, IL, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. He was a devoted husband, loyal friend, and a kind-hearted soul who touched the lives of many. His strength, humor, and compassion will be deeply missed.
Mike had a love for storytelling and spent much of his time writing heartfelt...
Lowell Smith
Jul 9, 2025
Lowell Francis Smith a.k.a Randy…….a.k.a Rockin’ Randy……a.k.a Smitty Born March 4, 1945, to parents Harold and Madelyn Smith in Allegan, Michigan. He died on Wednesday, July 9th, 2025, at Deaconess Hospital in Marion, Illinois.
Lowell and family moved to Mt. Carmel, IL around 1950, and attended St. Mary Catholic Grade School in Mt. Carmel. IL, and St. Henry Seminary in Belleville,...
Harry Gene Moore
Jul 8, 2025
Harry Gene Moore, age 94, of the Harrisburg area, passed away on July 8, 2025, at Herrin Hospital. Born on January 12, 1931, to the late Harry and Maude Taylor Moore. Harry Gene proudly served his country as a veteran of the Korean War. Following his military service, he dedicated his career to education as a math and chemistry instructor...
Faune Edmonds
Jul 2, 2025
Faune Mae Edmonds, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 2, at the age of 90. Surrounded by the family she cherished and who cherished her, she spent her last days, embodying the deep love and devotion that defined her life. Faune was known for her vibrant spirit, endless kindness, culinary talent, sharp card-playing skills,...
Hazel Doss
Jul 1, 2025
Hazel Mae Casey Doss, age 90, left this earthly life on July 1, 2025, at 11:20 AM to join her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in heaven. Surrounded by her loving family and holding hands with her husband Wayne of 74 years. She was born June 23, 1935, in Crab Orchard, Illinois the second child of Lorene and Johnny Casey....
Lily Marlene Joyner
Jun 29, 2025
It’s with heavy heart that I announce the passing of my beloved Mom. She passed away this morning peacefully in her sleep.Some of you may remember her from Fairlawn Elementary School as the noon supervisor or the art teacher who would go from classroom to classroom and teach arts and crafts. Others may know her as a hairstylist at the...
April D. Richey
Jun 27, 2025
April D. Richey, age 55, of Marion, Illinois, passed away on June 27, 2025. She was born on April 5, 1970, to Mackie Wayne Richey and Joyce Ann (Boester) Richey.
Pink was April’s favorite color, and she loved anything sparkly—the brighter, the better. It was her signature color and suited her vibrant spirit. She was of the Baptist faith, and her...
Paul Eugene Wicks, Sr.
Jun 21, 2025
Paul “Gene” Wicks Sr., 89, of Benton, Illinois, passed away on June 21, 2025, at Stonebridge Nursing Home. Born March 1st, 1936, in Harrisburg, Illinois, to the late Irvin and Marie Wicks.
He shared fifty-seven years with his wife, Vicki (Summers) Wicks. Paul spent 35 years with GTE, Frontier, and Verizon, where his work as a drafter, engineer, and right-of-way agent...
Carolyn Sue Valentine
Jun 19, 2025
Carolyn Sue Valentine, 82, of Marion, Illinois, passed away on June 19, 2025. She was born on September 28, 1942, in Dykersburg, Illinois, to the late Perry Killman and Wanda Matheny.
Sue married Tommy (Tree Trimmer) Valentine, and together they raised three children. A devoted homemaker, Sue found her greatest joy in caring for her family. She cherished her children and...
Rhonda Lynne Rich
Jun 19, 2025
Rhonda Lynne Rich, age 62, of Marion, IL, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at Herrin Hospital. Rhonda was born on April 8, 1963, to the late Roy and Esther Louise (Howell) Rich, in Marion, IL.
In life, Rhonda was a home health caregiver for several years, always ensuring that her clients had the utmost support, as she was known...
Barbara Jeanne Gilbert
Jun 18, 2025
Barbara Gilbert, 90, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2025. Born December 17, 1934, in Streator, Illinois, she was the daughter of the late Carl Hoban and Evelyn Law.
Barbara married Orville Lee, with whom she raised six beloved children. After his passing, she later found companionship with her second husband, Garry Gilbert, who also preceded her in...
Nolan O England
Jun 16, 2025
Nolan O. England, 94, passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025, at The Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau. Nolan was born on January 20, 1931, in O’Kean, Arkansas, to the late Carl L. and Jesse Bottoms England. Jesse was a homemaker, and Carl was a farmer and land surveyor. Nolan was the third oldest of ten children in the England...
Judith Lynn Moore
Jun 14, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Judith Lynn Moore, age 85, of Marion, IL who departed this world on Saturday, June 14th, 2025.
She is survived by her beloved husband, Terry A Moore, as well as many close friends and loved ones. Judy was known for her sweet demeanor, quick wit, and unyielding kindness. She walked...
Jo Ann Malacarne
Jun 8, 2025
Jo Ann Malacarne (nee Froese), 88, of Tunnel Hill, Illinois passed away Sunday, June 8, 2025, at Deaconess Illinois Medical Center in Marion, Illinois.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, June 15, 2025, at 12:00 PM at Blue Funeral Home in Goreville, Illinois. Visitation will be held from 11:00-12:00 PM. Burial will be in Bethlehem Gospel Mission Church Cemetery in Tunnell...
Shirley J Fox
Jun 7, 2025
Shirley J. Fox, 90, of Marion, died at 11:25 a.m., June 7, 2025, in Sparta, Illinois. Shirley was born in rural Williamson County, Illinois, July 25, 1934, to Verbal and Myrtle (Phillips) Barnett.
She was a longtime member of the American Association of Medical Assistants. She worked for C.S. Schlageter MD, Sparta, Illinois for 20 years and H.O. Lyle MD, Marion,...
Jesse Abraham Shelton
Jun 6, 2025
With profound sadness we announce the passing of Jesse Shelton 43, of Marion, Illinois on June 6, 2025. Jesse was born on August 8, 1981, in Marion, Illinois. He was a skilled carpenter and worked for A1 Construction.
Jesse leaves behind his father Paul Shelton, mother Susan Hilton, second dad Jeff Hilton, brother Sebastian Hilton, his much-loved dog Hootie, and many...
Velma Regina Franklin
Jun 4, 2025
Velma "Jean" Franklin, of Marion Illinois, passed away on June 4, 2025. Velma was born August 20, 1934, to Roma Rue Dunbar and Regina (Roll) Dunbar.
Jean is survived by her husband Coy Franklin; daughter Becky Robertson; grandchildren Jason Robertson; Jared (Heather) Robertson, Amy Whitehead and her fiancé Josh Johnson, Daniel (Erica) Whitehead, Rachael (Keith) Dasilva, her great grandchildren; Remi Robertson,...
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