Obituaries

Nov 29, 2023

August 23, 1946 - November 29, 2023

Dana Hoffman, age 77, of Marion, IL passed away peacefully in her home with her family by her side at 12:40 am on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, in Marion.  She was born on August 23, 1946, in Carbondale, IL, the daughter of Eva Smothers and JP Smothers.

Dana...

Nov 29, 2023

Michael Alan Vickers, age 72, of Gladstone, Illinois, formerly of Marion,  passed away Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at his home in Gladstone, Illinois.

Michael was born February 27, 1951 in La Harpe, Illinois, a son of James and Helen (Strickler)  Vickers.  He married the love of his life, Dixie Glaze on June 19, 1979.  She passed away December 3, 2006. 

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Nov 21, 2023

Mary Etta McCabe, age 88, of Marion, IL, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, November

21, 2023. She was born at home in Marion, IL, the daughter of Loyd C. and Julia (Simmons) Krantz.

Mary is survived by her three children, Jerry (Frances) Butler of Columbia, SC., Debbie (Richard) Hope of

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Nov 20, 2023

John William Lindsay, age 80, of New Burnside, Illinois, passed away Monday, November 20, 2023 at his home in New Burnside, Illinois.

John was born March 24, 1943 in Marion, Illinois, a son of James and Helen (Borman) Lindsay.

John's family moved to Manteno, Illinois where he grew up and graduated High School. He joined the US Army and after his...

Nov 18, 2023

Amy Laurel (Lingle) Kimmel, 87, died on November 18, 2023 at her home.  Amy was born on March 15, 1936, to Lester and Amy (Stotlar) Lingle in Creal Springs, Illinois.

Amy married Marvin Kimmel on September 11, 1954, and moved to California where Marvin was stationed in the Air Force.

After returning to Southern Illinois,...

Nov 13, 2023

ELAINE POLAND

Margaret Elaine Poland, age 87, of Marion, Illinois, passed away Monday, November 13, 2023 at Integrity Health Care in Marion, Illinois.

Elaine was born December 22, 1935 in Marion, Illinois, a daughter of Fred and Lena Pauline (Brown) Odum. She had worked for Wal-Mart as a door greeter and also served as a volunteer at Heartland Regional Medical Center. She...

Nov 13, 2023

Teresa Ann Forbes, age 65, of Marion, Illinois, passed away Monday, November 13, 2023 at Integrity Health Care in Marion, Illinois.

Teresa was born August 31, 1958 in Marion, Illinois, a daughter of Joseph and Mabel June (Dippie) Dahmer.

Private graveside services will be held at Maplewood Cemetery in Marion. Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Nov 11, 2023

Debra “Debbie” Vaupel, 62, of Marion passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, November 11, 2023. Debbie was born on December 17, 1960 in South Haven, Michigan to Ronald and Faye (Estes) Shoff. She married Dwain Vaupel on May 25, 1980 in Carmi, Illinois and together they shared 43 years of marriage. Debbie loved to play card games,...

Nov 9, 2023

Jackie Whitehead, 67, of Marion, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Thursday, November 9, 2023.  He was born on April 5, 1956, in Marion, Illinois.

Jackie worked in construction for over 40 years, specializing in floor installation. He enjoyed being outdoors and often times could be found playing a round of golf.  His fishing rod was...

Nov 8, 2023

Roget (Knickerbocker) Kerstein, 61, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2023, surrounded by her beloved family.

Roget was born on March 16, 1962, in St. Louis, Missouri, the daughter of Roger and Esther (Davis) Knickerbocker.  She was a 1980 graduate of Marion High School.

She married Jason Kerstein on June 18, 1994,...

Nov 7, 2023

Bridget Rossi, 98, passed away on Tuesday, November 7th, 2023 at 5:48 a.m. at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale.

Bridget was born December 6, 1924, in Cavan, Ireland, the daughter of Bernard and Lucy (McCormack) Luby and the youngest of 7 daughters.

She was a registered nurse and attained her training in London. She moved to Chicago and worked as a night supervisor...

Nov 7, 2023

Cynthia Kobler, 70, of Marion, Illinois went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 7, 2023.  She was peaceful at home surrounded by her loving husband and daughter. Cindy was born on August 26, 1953, the daughter of James Frederick and Sylvia Jean Rich.  She married William “Bill” Kobler on October 23, 1970, at Third Baptist Church in...

Nov 6, 2023

 

Nealy V. Melvin, age 69, of Carterville, Illinois,  passed away Monday, November 6, 2023 at Carbondale Memorial Hospital in Carbondale, Illinois.

Nealy was born November 20, 1953 in Benton, Illinois, a son of Jack and Ida Sue (Mandrell)  Melvin.  He grew up in Thompsonville, IL, and in his teenage years his family moved to Chicago, Illinois.  It was there...

Nov 5, 2023

Charles Scott Baker, age 53, of West Frankfort, Illinois, passed away Sunday, November 5, 2023 at Stonebridge Nursing and Rehab Center in Benton, Illinois.

Charles was born December 16, 1969 in Herrin, Illinois, a son of James and Janet Joyce (Neiman) Baker.

He is survived by four siblings, Cindy Brotherton (Vern) of West Frankfort, IL, Jeffery Wayne Baker (Debbie) of West...

Oct 29, 2023

Maison Joseph Marroy passed away peacefully in the arms of his parents, David and Amanda (Edwards) Marroy on October 29, 2023.  He was baptized in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit shortly before his passing, with his family by his side.  He was born on October 18, 2023.  His family cherishes his memory as...

Oct 29, 2023

Floyd Gerald White, age 95, of Johnston City, Illinois, passed away Sunday, October 29, 2023 at Herrin Hospital in Herrin, Illinois.

Floyd was born January 01, 1928 in Watson, Illinois, a son of Otis and Leta (Norris) White. He married the love of his life, Cornelia Cleo Matlock on April 27, 1972 in Newton, Illinois. Floyd raised and raced horses and...

Oct 28, 2023

Rodney Dean Lewis, age 59, of Marion, Illinois, passed away Saturday, October 28, 2023 at home in Marion.

Rodney was born September 26, 1964 in Rosiclare, Illinois, a son of Bobby and Barbara June "Bobbie" (Springer) Lewis.

Rodney Dean Lewis will be remembered by many as a hard-working family man. He was an avid outdoorsman; he was a tradesman in which...

Oct 27, 2023

 

Corey Gene Marshall, age 54, of Karnak, Illinois,  passed away Friday, October 27, 2023 in Karnak, Illinois.

Corey was born July 26, 1969 in Cairo, Illinois, a son of Billy Long and Susan Nottage (Carr). Corey grew up in Perks, IL and attended Century School System.  He worked at Harrah's Casino, starting as a Security Officer then moved up to...

Oct 27, 2023

Linda Simmons, age 78, of Marion, Illinois, passed away Friday, October 27, 2023 at her home in Marion, Illinois.

Linda was born December 28, 1944 in West Frankfort, Illinois, a daughter of Virgil and Thelma (Smith) Minton. She married the love of her life, John David Simmons on August 15, 1965 in Spillertown.

She is survived by her husband John David...

Oct 22, 2023

Robert E. Triplett, age 97, of Herrin, went to meet his Savior on Sunday, October 22, 2023. He passed away at 4:03pm at the Veteran's Affairs Medical Center- Community Living Center.

Robert was born in Herrin on June 29, 1926, the son of Omer and Minnie (Payne) Triplett. He married Wilma Davis in 1943 and to this Union was born their...