Obituaries
Michael Gene Truskey
Jan 27, 2011
Michael Gene Truskey Christopher- Michael Gene Truskey, 67, formerly of Christopher, IL passed away at 7:46 PM on Thursday, January 27, 2011 at Methodist Hospital in Peoria, IL. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 1, 2011 from 5-8 PM at Blue Funeral Home in Marion, IL. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, February...
Velsie M. McInturff
Jan 26, 2011
Marion Velsie M. McInturff, 99, passed away on Wednesday, January 26, 2011 at 8:06 A.M. at the Marion Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Velsie was born September 12, 2011 in Williamson County the daughter of Pearl & Roxie (Howerton) Henson. She married William A. McInturff on May 24, 1941 in Cape Girardeau, Missouri and together they shared over 34 years of...
Cleo Duncan
Jan 25, 2011
Herrin- Cleo (King) (McNeill) Duncan, 94, of Herrin, passed away at 7:24 PM, Monday, January 24, 2011 at her home of 62 years surrounded by her family. Cleo was born on August 28, 1916 in Herrin to Frank & Helen (Smith) King. She married Harry McNeil on May 31, 1934 and had two sons. She married Bill Duncan on July...
Gertie Earl
Jan 24, 2011
Marion Gertie L. Earl, 86, of Madisonville, Kentucky formerly of Marion, passed away on Monday, January 24, 2011 at 10:45 A.M. at the Oak Ridge Retirement Home in Madisonville. Gertie was born March 5, 1924 in Marion the daughter of Guy & Kate (Lowe) Key. She married William Earl on November 29, 1947 in Marion and together they shared 40...
Joel Edward Overmyer
Jan 24, 2011
Carterville- Joel Edward Overmyer, 68, of Carterville, passed away at 10:12 AM, Monday, January 24, 2011 at Herrin Hospital. Joel was born on January 13, 1943 in Mattoon to James & Jeraldine (Christman) Overmyer. He married Kathryn Lynn Drake on August 14, 1965 in Champaign, IL. She survives in Carterville. He was a Marine Corp Veteran who fought bravely in...
Norma Louise Jones
Jan 24, 2011
Norma Louise Jones Marion – Norma Louise Jones, 78, of Marion passed away at 1:35 PM on Monday, January 24, 2011, at Friendship Care Center in Herrin. According to Norma’s wishes, she will be cremated and there will be no services. Condolences may be sent C/O Blue Funeral Home, P.O. Box 411, Marion, IL, 62959 Norma was born on October...
Mary Marjorie Edwards
Jan 23, 2011
Marion Mary Marjorie (Riegel) Edwards, 85, of Marion went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, January 19, 2011 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in Marion. Marjorie was born on October 23, 1925 in Saline County to Leonard L. & Carrie (Moore) Riegel. She married Bill Edwards, son of Lloyd & Lelia Edwards, on September 11,...
Billy Deon Swann
Jan 21, 2011
Deon Swann Marion- Billy Deon Swann, 60, of Marion, passed away at 10:55 AM on Friday, January 21, 2011 at his residence. Memorial services will be held at 6:00 PM, Tuesday, January 25, 2011 at Blue Funeral Home in Marion, IL with Reverend Tim Zuck officiating. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 6:00 PM Tuesday, January 25, 2011 at the...
Terry Allan Barnett, Jr.
Jan 19, 2011
Terry Allan Barnett, Sr. Terry Allan Barnett, Sr., 58, of Mazon, IL, formerly of Southern Illinois passed away at 12:15 AM at Morris Hospital in Morris, IL. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, January 24, 2011 at Blue Funeral Home in Marion with Greg Eastman officiating. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 PM on Sunday,...
Jack Greenwood
Jan 19, 2011
Herrin- Jack Greenwood, 87, of Herrin, passed away peacefully at 3:25 PM, Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at Heartland Regional Hospital in Marion. Jack was born on March 31, 1923 in Christopher to Jack & Grace (Pegram) Greenwood. He was raised in Mulkeytown (the hub of the universe), and his favorite saying was; Once you drink from the Big Muddy River,...
Terry E. Grimes
Jan 19, 2011
Marion- TERRY E. GRIMES, age 55, of Marion, passed away at 9:45am on Wednesday, January 19, 2011his sisters residence in Goreville. Terry was born in Marion on June 28, 1955, the son of Waldo Eugene and Stella (Barton) Grimes. He attended Grange Hall Freewill Baptist Church. Terry worked for RX for Pools. Survivors include his sister and brother-in-law- Sue and...
Kenneth Ray Mays
Jan 19, 2011
Herrin- Kenneth Ray Mays, 57, of Herrin, passed away at 3:10 PM, Tuesday, January 19, 2011 at Herrin Hospital. Kenneth was born on August 8, 1953 in Herrin to Harold & Judy (Switzer) Mays. He married Linda Bangs on February 25, 1989 in Herrin. She survives of Herrin. He was a US Army Veteran who served during peacetime while stationed...
MaeLee Rose Essary
Jan 19, 2011
MaeLee Rose Essary Johnston City - MaeLee Rose Essary, infant daughter of Aaron & Jerrie Essary of Johnston City, passed away at 8:00 AM on Wednesday, January 19, 2011 at Herrin Hospital. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, January 22, 2011 at Life Church north of Marion. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM...
Novella Rix
Jan 18, 2011
Novella Rix Marion- Ruth Novella Rix, 86, of Marion, passed away at 10:50 PM on Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in Marion. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 22, 2011 at 11:30 AM at Blue Funeral Home in Marion with the Reverend Jason Jean officiating. Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 22, 2011...
Lee Arnold Jarman
Jan 17, 2011
Lee Arnold Jarman Marion- Lee Arnold Jarman, 85, of Marion passed away at 3:30 AM, Monday, January 17, 2011 at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Marion. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, January 19, 2011 at Friendship Cemetery in Goreville, IL. Services will be conducted by the VFW Ritual Team, with the VFW Post 1301, American...
Robert Eugene "Bob" Hernbeck
Jan 16, 2011
Herrin- Robert Eugene Bob Hernbeck, 85, of Herrin, passed away at 1:30 PM, Saturday, January 15, 2011 at the VA Nursing Center in Marion. Robert was born on October 2, 1925 at Taylor Crossing to William Cooper & Myrtle (Sizemore) Hernbeck. He married Aline Ruth Barlow on June 12, 1943 in Herrin. Together they shared sixty seven years together. He...
Marie G. McCluskie
Jan 16, 2011
Marion- Marie McCluskie, 97, of Marion, passed away at 2:35AM, Friday, January 14, 2011 at Parkway Manor in Marion. Marie was born in Harrisburg on April 25, 1913, the daughter of I.E. and Lillie Ann (Alsup) Simmons. She married Alex Buster McCluskie in Marion on April 18, 1931. He preceded her in death. She was a homemaker and a lifelong...
Billy Gulledge
Jan 15, 2011
Billy D. Gulledge Marion-Billy D. Gulledge, 68, of Marion, IL, passed away on Saturday, January 15, 2011 at 9:30 AM at his home. According to Billy’s wishes there will be no public service. Blue Funeral Home in Marion is assisting the family with their arrangements. Billy was born on September 7, 1942 in Christopher, IL to Sherman & Janie Lou...
Shirley Frances Cody
Jan 14, 2011
Shirley Frances James Cody MARION – Shirley Frances James Cody, 77, of Marion passed away at 3:20 PM on Friday, January 14, 2011 at Marion Nursing and Rehab Center in Marion. According to her wishes she will be cremated and there will be no services. Blue Funeral Home in Marion is assisting the family with arrangements. She was born August...
Barbara J. Davis
Jan 12, 2011
Barbara J. Davis Marion- Barbara Davis, 65, of Marion passed away at 1:38 AM on Wednesday, January 12, 2011 at Landmark Hospital in Cape Girardeau, MO. A visitation will be held on Friday, January 21, 2011 from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM at Blue Funeral Home in Marion. A memorial service will be conducted following the visitation at Eastlawn Memorial...
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