Obituaries

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...

Aug 23, 2025

Vicki Jo Rogers, 71, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at 11:12 p.m.

Vicki was born on September 2, 1953, in Lodi, Ohio, the daughter of Robert and Dorothy (Followell) Trammell. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother whose life was centered on her family. On...

Aug 13, 2025

Minnie "Loretta" (Reynolds) Holmes, 80, of Marion, IL passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at 12:00 pm. She was born in Stonefort, IL on December 15, 1944, the daughter of Loyd and Lucille Reynolds.

Loretta was a graduate of Carrier Mills High School. She married the love of her life,...

Aug 8, 2025

Sally Ann Taylor, 69, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully in her home on August 8, 2025. Sally was born on August 24, 1955, to Frank and Ludene (Graves) Burnett in Valparaiso, Indiana. 

She grew up spending her time between Marion, Illinois and Valparaiso, Indiana. Sally was a very dedicated and caring registered nurse for 28 years. She started her career...

Aug 4, 2025

James "Jim" Wilson Rogers, 85 years old, passed away on August 4, 2025, at his home. He was born February 8, 1940, in Makanda, Illinois. Jim was preceded in death by his parents Herbert and Chlolia "Sally" Rogers, son Clayton Howard Rogers, grandson, Joshua Clayton Rogers, brother Raymond Rogers and sister Peggy Seyferth.

Jim married Vera Qualls on June 14, 1958,...

Jul 30, 2025

Carol Littlefield-Carpenter formerly from Centralia, Illinois passed away peacefully at her home in Marion, on July 30, 2025, at the age of 55. In her final days, she was surrounded by the people who loved her most. Carol fought for her life with extraordinary strength, courage, and determination. Though her body grew tired, her spirit never wavered. She was a...

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...

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...

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...