Obituaries
April D. Richey
Jun 27, 2025
April D. Richey, age 55, of Marion, Illinois, passed away on June 27, 2025. She was born on April 5, 1970, to Mackie Wayne Richey and Joyce Ann (Boester) Richey.
Pink was April’s favorite color, and she loved anything sparkly—the brighter, the better. It was her signature color and suited her vibrant spirit. She was of the Baptist faith, and her...
Paul Eugene Wicks, Sr.
Jun 21, 2025
Paul “Gene” Wicks Sr., 89, of Benton, Illinois, passed away on June 21, 2025, at Stonebridge Nursing Home. Born March 1st, 1936, in Harrisburg, Illinois, to the late Irvin and Marie Wicks.
He shared fifty-seven years with his wife, Vicki (Summers) Wicks. Paul spent 35 years with GTE, Frontier, and Verizon, where his work as a drafter, engineer, and right-of-way agent...
Carolyn Sue Valentine
Jun 19, 2025
Carolyn Sue Valentine, 82, of Marion, Illinois, passed away on June 19, 2025. She was born on September 28, 1942, in Dykersburg, Illinois, to the late Perry Killman and Wanda Matheny.
Sue married Tommy (Tree Trimmer) Valentine, and together they raised three children. A devoted homemaker, Sue found her greatest joy in caring for her family. She cherished her children and...
Rhonda Lynne Rich
Jun 19, 2025
Rhonda Lynne Rich, age 62, of Marion, IL, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at Herrin Hospital. Rhonda was born on April 8, 1963, to the late Roy and Esther Louise (Howell) Rich, in Marion, IL.
In life, Rhonda was a home health caregiver for several years, always ensuring that her clients had the utmost support, as she was known...
Barbara Jeanne Gilbert
Jun 18, 2025
Barbara Gilbert, 90, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2025. Born December 17, 1934, in Streator, Illinois, she was the daughter of the late Carl Hoban and Evelyn Law.
Barbara married Orville Lee, with whom she raised six beloved children. After his passing, she later found companionship with her second husband, Garry Gilbert, who also preceded her in...
Nolan O England
Jun 16, 2025
Nolan O. England, 94, passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025, at The Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau. Nolan was born on January 20, 1931, in O’Kean, Arkansas, to the late Carl L. and Jesse Bottoms England. Jesse was a homemaker, and Carl was a farmer and land surveyor. Nolan was the third oldest of ten children in the England...
Judith Lynn Moore
Jun 14, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Judith Lynn Moore, age 85, of Marion, IL who departed this world on Saturday, June 14th, 2025.
She is survived by her beloved husband, Terry A Moore, as well as many close friends and loved ones. Judy was known for her sweet demeanor, quick wit, and unyielding kindness. She walked...
Jo Ann Malacarne
Jun 8, 2025
Jo Ann Malacarne (nee Froese), 88, of Tunnel Hill, Illinois passed away Sunday, June 8, 2025, at Deaconess Illinois Medical Center in Marion, Illinois.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, June 15, 2025, at 12:00 PM at Blue Funeral Home in Goreville, Illinois. Visitation will be held from 11:00-12:00 PM. Burial will be in Bethlehem Gospel Mission Church Cemetery in Tunnell...
Shirley J Fox
Jun 7, 2025
Shirley J. Fox, 90, of Marion, died at 11:25 a.m., June 7, 2025, in Sparta, Illinois. Shirley was born in rural Williamson County, Illinois, July 25, 1934, to Verbal and Myrtle (Phillips) Barnett.
She was a longtime member of the American Association of Medical Assistants. She worked for C.S. Schlageter MD, Sparta, Illinois for 20 years and H.O. Lyle MD, Marion,...
Jesse Abraham Shelton
Jun 6, 2025
With profound sadness we announce the passing of Jesse Shelton 43, of Marion, Illinois on June 6, 2025. Jesse was born on August 8, 1981, in Marion, Illinois. He was a skilled carpenter and worked for A1 Construction.
Jesse leaves behind his father Paul Shelton, mother Susan Hilton, second dad Jeff Hilton, brother Sebastian Hilton, his much-loved dog Hootie, and many...
Velma Regina Franklin
Jun 4, 2025
Velma "Jean" Franklin, of Marion Illinois, passed away on June 4, 2025. Velma was born August 20, 1934, to Roma Rue Dunbar and Regina (Roll) Dunbar.
Jean is survived by her husband Coy Franklin; daughter Becky Robertson; grandchildren Jason Robertson; Jared (Heather) Robertson, Amy Whitehead and her fiancé Josh Johnson, Daniel (Erica) Whitehead, Rachael (Keith) Dasilva, her great grandchildren; Remi Robertson,...
Debbie Burnett
May 31, 2025
Debbie Marlene Burnett, age 68, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2025. Debbie was born on August 11, 1956, in Valparaiso, Indiana, to Frank Burnett, Sr. and Ludene (Graves) Smith. Debbie is survived by her brothers Frank Burnett, Keith and Kevin Smith, and her sister Sally Taylor. She also leaves behind extended family and friends who will...
Paula Jo Allen
May 30, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Paula Jo Allen, who departed this life on May 30, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on July 15, 1951, in Illinois, Paula was a radiant presence whose warmth, style, and spirit left a lasting impression on all who knew her.
Paula was the beloved mother of Gabriel Burks and Roman Allen,...
Kingston Armani Burnett-Rudd
May 18, 2025
With hearts full of love and sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved baby boy, Kingston Armani Burnett-Rudd, who was born on May 17, 2025, and gently passed away on May 18, 2025, at Children’s Hospital in St. Louis.
In his brief time on this earth, Kingston brought immense joy, light, and love to all who met him. Though his...
Princeton James Burnett-Rudd
May 17, 2025
Princeton James Burnett-Rudd was born on May 17, 2025, and gently passed while sleeping, wrapped in love, though his time on earth was brief. In his few precious minutes, he touched the hearts of many and will forever be cherished by those who awaited his arrival with hope and joy.
He is deeply loved and mourned by his mother, Catrina Burnett,...
Erma Louise Boester
May 14, 2025
Erma Louise Boester (née Moulton) of Marion, Illinois passed away on May 14, 2025, at Sunshine Gardens in Marion, leaving behind a legacy of faith, friendship, and fabulous style. Born on October 6, 1931, in southern Illinois, she was the daughter of George and Hazel (McCombs) Moulton.
Erma was a proud and faithful member of the First Church of God in...
Jerry Wayne Rock
May 13, 2025
Jerry W Rock, 78, was born March 11, 1947, and passed away May 13, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents James and Anna Rock and his two sisters Beverly Spry and Linda Keighley.
He is survived by his wife Carol Rock, daughter Angela Rock of Stevens Point, Wisconsin and his son Andrew (Shandra) Rock of Lakeland, Tennessee. He has...
Dustin Lee Byrn
May 11, 2025
Dustin “Dusty” Lee Byrn, 38, of Marion, passed away at Harrisburg Medical Center on May 11, 2025. Born on March 28, 1987, in Herrin, Illinois, Dusty was the beloved son of Johnnie Lee Byrn and Patricia K. (Norris) Byrn.
A true craftsman, Dusty worked as a welder for Precision Fabrication in Marion for 12 years. He was a proud member of...
Jon Michael Rivers
May 11, 2025
Jon Michael Rivers, 81, of Marion, IL, passed away on May 11, 2025. Born on August 24, 1943, in Marshall, Michigan, he was the son of Carl and Illa Rivers.
Jon’s life was one of devotion—to his family, his students and his ball players. A trailblazer in collegiate athletics, Jon became the first head baseball coach at John A. Logan College...
Robert Michael Cochrane
May 2, 2025
Robert Michael Cochrane, affectionately known as Mick, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025, with his loving wife and daughters at his side.
Mick was born in Champaign, Illinois on February 12, 1949, to James and Alice Cochrane. He married Lorna Teter and together they shared 54 wonderful years.
Mick was employed by Illinois Central Railroad and later by Amtrak as a...
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