Clarence Deon Lemasters

Clarence “Deon” Lemasters, age 72, passed away on December 24, 2025, in Carbondale, Illinois. 

Deon was born on March 19, 1953, in Creal Springs, Illinois, to Cynthia and Floyd Lemasters. He married the love of his life, Barbara (Stewart) Lemasters.

Deon began working at Maytag at the age of 18 as a forklift driver and remained there for approximately 35 years, until the company was sold. He later continued his hardworking career as a semi‑truck driver for Gilster‑Mary Lee.

Family was the center of Deon’s world. He cherished every moment spent with his loved ones and especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren grow and play. Barbara and his great‑granddaughter, Makiah, held a particularly special place in his heart.

Deon is survived by his devoted wife, Barbara; his daughter, Julie (Mike) Rich; his grandson, Joshua Lee; his granddaughter, Erica Marks, and her significant other, Kyler Mullinax; his great grand-daughter, Makiah Mullinax; and his brother, Gene (Lisa) Lemasters.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Cynthia and Floyd Lemasters, and his brother, Lorn Lemasters.

Arrangements are entrusted to Blue Funeral Home under the direction of Binkley‑Ross Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at Blue Funeral Home, 1704 N. Court Street, Marion, Illinois. A funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor John Burnett officiating. Burial will take place at County Line Cemetery in Creal Springs.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family to assist with expenses.