Obituaries

Saundra Kaye Douglas

Aug 22, 2024

Saundra Kaye Douglas, age 81, of Marion, passed away at 12:02 pm on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at Parkway Manor .

Saundra was born January 29, 1943 in Marion, a daughter of Max and Imogene (Jones) Hudgens. She married the love of her life James "Jim" Douglas on March 20, 1985 and together they shared over 31 years of marriage until...

Robert "Bob" Franklin Rainey

Aug 21, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Franklin Rainey on August 21, 2024, in Marion, Illinois. Robert (Bob) Franklin Rainey was born on January 24, 1951, in Mt. Vernon, Illinois.

He was a United States Air Force Veteran, Owner /Operator at Rainey's Trucking, auto mechanic, carpenter, caregiver, and a dear friend...

Alvin "Luke" Howard

Aug 20, 2024

Alvin "Luke" Howard, 33, of Lake Jackson, Texas, passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, in Herrin, Illinois.  Luke was born on March 10, 1991, the son of Kathy (Adams) and Alvin Howard.

Luke grew up in Lake Jackson, Texas.  He went on to serve an electrical apprenticeship and has been employed by Higdon Construction LLC for...

Jerry Elmo Mann

Aug 20, 2024

Jerry Elmo Mann, age 93, of Johnston City, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at Memorial Hospital in Carbondale, Illinois.

Jerry was born July 23, 1931 in Bells, Tennessee, a son of James and Jewell (Bedwell) Mann. He married the love of his life, Gloria (Dunaway) Mann on July 09, 1960 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Beyond his technical skills, Jerry was...

Cecil Ray Davis

Aug 18, 2024

Cecil Ray Davis, age 88, of Marion, Illinois, passed away Sunday, August 18, 2024 at Integrity Healthcare in Marion, Illinois.

Cecil was born August 16, 1936 in Stonefort, Illinois, a son of George and Bertha (Davis) Davis. He married the love of his life, Jo Ann (Brooks) Davis on February 24, 1959 in Marion. Cecil opened Fast Print in 1981 and...

Donna (Hetterscheidt) Mitchell-Foy

Aug 17, 2024

Donna Mitchell-Foy, 82, of Harrisburg, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2024.  She was born in Harrisburg on September 15, 1941, the daughter of John and Vivian (Webb) Hetterscheidt.  She grew up in Harrisburg and graduated from Harrisburg High School.  She went on to work as a retail clerk for Bob's Super Discount Store.

She is...

Frances Guido

Aug 17, 2024

Frances Guido, age 91, of Herrin, Illinois, passed away Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Helia Healthcare of Energy.

The family will hold private graveside services at San Carlo Cemetery in Herrin.

Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin is assisting the family with final arrangements.

Charles Sterling Halley

Aug 16, 2024

Charles Sterling Halley, age 86, of Herrin, Illinois, passed away Friday, August 16, 2024 at Herrin Hospital.

Charles was born July 10, 1938 in Sparta, Illinois, a son of Tom and Marie (Stout) Halley. He married the love of his life, Linda Sue Prather on March 04, 1972 in Herrin, IL.

Charles loved riding his motorcycle and tending to his...

Steve Arthur Dunbar

Aug 15, 2024

Steve Arthur Dunbar, age 68, of Marion, Illinois, passed away suddenly on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in Marion, Illinois.

Steve was born April 04, 1956 in Centralia, Illinois, a son of Dwight and Velma (Schenk) Dunbar.

He is survived by one son- Jake Dunbar; one brother- Jerry (Betty) Dunbar; grandchildren- Valerie, Grant and Logan Dunbar, and great...

Beverly Kay (Stoner) Rendleman

Aug 13, 2024

Beverly Rendleman passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, after an extended illness.

She is survived by her two sons, Mark Allen of Marion, IL and Wade Allen of Bay of St. Louis, Mississippi; eight grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

All services will be private.  Binkley-Ross Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

Judith Carol Fosse

Aug 13, 2024

Judith Fosse Obituary

GOREVILLE - Judith Dodson Fosse, 84, of Goreville, passed away at 3:34 p.m. Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at Western Baptist Hospital in Paducah.

Judith was born on June 21, 1940 in Danville, VA, the daughter of the late Lieutenant Colonel William Harold and Mattie Dodson. Due to her father's Air Force career, she got to see the world through...

Daniel Lee Ohms

Aug 13, 2024

Daniel Lee Ohms, age 63, of Marion, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at Memorial Hospital in Carbondale.

Daniel was born May 02, 1961 in Bloomington, Illinois, a son of Harry and Helen (McCormick) Ohms. Daniel had worked as a licensed practical nurse.

He is survived by his mother, Helen (McCormick) Ohms of Marion, IL and two brothers, Steve (Cindy)...

Stephanie Lynn Griffin

Aug 12, 2024

Stephanie L. Griffin, 56, passed away unexpectedly in her sleep on Monday, August 12, 2024, at her home in Marion.  Her loss will affect so many of her dear friends, family and co-workers.

A new year's baby, Stephanie was born January 1, 1968 in Marion, the daughter of William E. and Jeanette L. (Riley) Griffin.  Both preceded...

Edward Andrew Barwick

Aug 11, 2024

Edward Andrew (Andy) Barwick, 92, of Marion, beloved and cherished husband to Mildred (Barnett) Barwick, died Sunday evening, August 11th, 2024, at their Marion home.

Andy was born October 26th, 1931, in Johnson County, Illinois. Andy was preceded in death by his parents Claude and Della (McCormick) Barwick, his brother- Claude (Junior), and three sisters- Verna Mae, Jula Belle, Juanita; and...

Shirley Irene (Rice) May

Aug 10, 2024

Shirley May, a cherished member of the Marion, Illinois community, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 10, 2024. Born and raised in DuQuoin, the daughter of Howard and Irene Rice. Shirley found her passion as a beautician, dedicating 55 years to making her clients look and feel their best. Her work spanned across Chicago and Marion, Illinois, including time...

Thomas Riley Hall

Aug 8, 2024

Thomas Riley Hall passed away Thursday, August 8, 2024 at Herrin Hospital. In keeping with the family's wishes, there will be no public services. The family appreciates your respect for their privacy during this difficult time.

Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin is honored to have been called to serve the family.

Sherry Lynn Franks

Aug 7, 2024

Sherry Lynn Franks, age 63, of Marion, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at Memorial Hospital Carbondale in Carbondale, Illinois.

Sherry was born August 18, 1960 in Marion, Illinois, a daughter of Herbert C. Rix and Peggy S. (Neber) Miller. She married the love of her life, James Franks. He survives in Marion. Prior to retiring, Sherry had worked as...

Gary Lynn Sullivan

Aug 2, 2024

Gary Lynn Sullivan, age 61, of Cobden, Illinois, passed away Friday, August 2, 2024 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. A good friend, husband, and all around good person, Gary will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved him.

Gary was born in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, a son of Lynn David and Peggy Sue (Spurlock) Sullivan....

Eunice Aline Moeller

Jul 31, 2024

Eunice Aline Moeller, age 67, of rural Marion, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at her home.

Eunice was born November 24, 1956 in Vincennes, Indiana, a daughter of Lester and Mable F. (Malone) Cornwell. Eunice grew up in Lawrenceville, IL and moved to Marion at age 16. She married Clifford E. Moeller on December 30, 1983 in Carterville, IL....

Beverly Elaine (Shutts) Cravens

Jul 30, 2024

Beverly Elaine (Shutts) Cravens, 87, of Herrin, Illinois passed away on July 30, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. Bev was born January 6, 1937, in Mattoon, Illinois, and was the daughter of Charles Siefert and Dorothy (Louthan) Shutts. She was married to John Cravens on August 15, 1959, at the Lerna Presbyterian Church.

Bev grew up...