Obituaries

Jul 21, 2019

Goreville-Edward Shue Jr., 72, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2019 at his home.

Edward was born on August 17, 1946 in Chicago to Edward and Margaret (Bross) Shue.

Edward served in the National Guard. He was a retired pipefitter for local 597. Edward enjoyed locksmithing and loved playing pool.

Survivors include:

Children:

Brian Shue...

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Jul 18, 2019

Marion-Samuel Ray Askew, 71, passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2019 at St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau.

Samuel was born on March 21, 1948 in Carbondale to Homer and Mary (Cash) Askew. He married Sue Grisham on March 17, 1973. She preceded him in death in September 2009.

Samuel was a member of the U.S. Air...

Jul 17, 2019

Goreville-Charles Eugene Albright, 84, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at Heartland Regional Medical Center.

Charles was born in Anna on January 26, 1935 to John and Lucy (Jordan) Albright. He married Nina Russell on July 18, 1983 and she preceded him in death on June 12, 2017.

Charles worked as a laborer for the sewer department...

Jul 16, 2019

Melanie Jones, 67, of Marion passed away on Tuesday July 16 at Shawnee Christian Village in Herrin, IL.

Melanie was born on July 8, 1952 in Kokomo, IN to the late Guy and Helen (Penrod) Baker.

Melanie and her husband Gary owned and operated Classy Used Furniture in Marion. She loved playing the piano, designing and creating beautiful...

Jul 15, 2019

Goreville- Daniel Roger “Danny” Eastman, 70, of Goreville, went to be with his Heavenly Father at 9:43 PM, Monday, July 15, 2019 at the VA Medical Center in Marion. Danny was an amazing man that was loved by many and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was born on September 12, 1948 in Honolulu, Hawaii to...

Jul 11, 2019

Johnston City-Robert “Shorty” Allen Dillon, Jr., 22, passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2019.

Robert was born on August 2, 1996 in Marion to Robert Dillon and Rhonda (Lawless) Dillon.

Survivors include:

Father-Robert Allen Dillon, Sr. and Rena Gursky of Johnston City

Mother-Rhonda Dillon of Marion

Sister-Megan Dillon of Johnston City

Brother-Blake Morgan of...

Jul 10, 2019

Michael Pease, 61, passed away July 10, 2019 from cardiac arrest. Mike was born in Marion but lived most of his life in Carbondale, having graduated from Carbondale Community High School and John A. Logan Community College.

He loved the outdoors and spent many years working at the Girl Scout Camp at Little Grassy Lake. In his later years,...

Jul 7, 2019

Marion- Scott David Saffelder, age 59, of rural Marion, passed away at 6:20pm on Sunday, July 7, 2019 at his home.

Scott was born in Chicago on September 18, 1959, the son of J. Neil and Cleta (Gareis) Saffelder.

He had worked as a boil maker. Scott was a proud United States Navy Veteran.

Survivors include his...

Jul 7, 2019

Jul 7, 2019

Marion-Patsy Ann Vanseghi, 81, passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2019 at Herrin Hospital.

Patsy was born on February 19, 1938 in Bertrand, MO to Coy and Bertha Mae (Kindle) Middleton.

Patsy was a homemaker, devoted to her husband of 62 years and their three children. She cherished the friendships and sense of community she found after retiring...

Jul 6, 2019

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Jun 28, 2019

Barry Arnold passed away on Friday, June 28, 2019 following a long illness. He was cared for by his loving caregivers from Hospice of Southern Illinois; Cheryl, Ramone, Janet, Vicky, and Christine as well as his wife and family and friends. He was totally at peace with going home and spending brighter days with the Lord and his family in...

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Jun 25, 2019

Elkville-Jacki Adams, 46, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at her home.

Jacki was born on May 8, 1973 in Elkhart, IN to James and Sandra (Schram) Hancock.

Jacki worked at Pyramid Acres Marina. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing and hiking and loved spending time with her grandchildren.

Survivors include:

Daughter-Dakota and Brian Deaton...

Jun 23, 2019

Thomas Butler, 89, formerly of Marion, passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2019.

Tom was born on September 29, 1929, in Marion to William Berl and Mildred (Hayton) Butler.

He served in the US Air Force and reserves during the Korean War. Tom was a member of the American Legion. In 1977 he retired from the city of...