Obituaries
Howard Dale Mezo
Feb 1, 2026
Howard Dale Mezo, age 81, passed away on February 1, 2026, at Deaconess Hospital of Illinois.
Howard was born to Lewis and Roxie (Hall) Mezo on January 25, 1945, in Zeigler, Illinois. He owned and operated an autobody shop for over 40 years.
He was a lifetime member of the Herrin Elks, a connection he valued deeply.
Howard is survived by his son,...
Glenda Darlene Hall
Jan 30, 2026
Glenda Darlene Hall, age 72, of Marion, Illinois, passed away on January 30, 2026. She was born on January 16, 1954, in Marion, Illinois, to Glenn Wesley and Lenora Earl (Kimmel) Borum.
Glenda found joy in the simplicity of life and cherished quiet, peaceful moments. She enjoyed bowling with friends, taking long drives, and, most of all, caring for her two...
Ramona Jean Waldrop
Jan 27, 2026
Ramona Jean Waldrop, 95, of Herrin, passed away at 3:00 in the morning on January 27th at Deaconess Hospital in Marion, Illinois.
She was born on July 21, 1930 in rural Williamson County to Clethra and Bertie (Cannon) McGee. Ramona graduated from Marion High School in 1948. She was united in marriage to Charles Ronald (Ron) Waldrop in Herrin on July...
Virginia 'Ginny' Elizabeth Peters
Jan 25, 2026
Virginia Elizabeth “Ginny” Peters was born on July 7, 1967, in Moberly, Missouri, and passed away on January 25, 2026, in Goreville, Illinois. She was the daughter of James “Breck” Thompson and Linda Sue Thompson. Ginny married Jeff Peters of Mattoon, Illinois, and together they had four children. She deeply loved her children and grandchildren.
Ginny was a compassionate, caring, and...
Michael Don Cavitt
Jan 23, 2026
Michael “Mike” Don Cavitt, 78, went to meet his beloved plot coonhound, “Little Joe”, on January 23, 2026.
Mike was born at home in Crainville on June 20, 1947, the son of Gail and Louise (Jackson) Cavitt. He grew up in Crainville and graduated from Carterville High School.
On February 2, 1993, he married the love of his life, Brenda McKenzie, and...
Robert Rowley
Jan 21, 2026
Robert Rowley passed away on January 21, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of stories, laughter, and unforgettable personality. Born on August 30, 1955, Robert lived life in a way that ensured no room was ever quiet for long.
An avid storyteller, Robert was famous for his baseball tales—especially those involving playing for both the Chicago Cubs and the St. Louis Cardinals,...
Gary William Page
Jan 18, 2026
Gary William Page, age 78, of Marion, passed away on January 18, 2026, in Marion, Illinois surrounded by his family.
Gary was born on February 12, 1947, in Carbondale, Illinois to William Earl Page and Verna Lee (Frey) Page. He was a graduate of Marion High School. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy as a Navy Seabee...
Marilyn Belle McKenzie
Jan 17, 2026
Marilyn Belle (Rentfro) McKenzie, age 78, of Marion, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 17th, at The Anchor in Marion, Illinois.
Marilyn was born on January 16th, 1948 in Harrisburg, Illinois to Frank and Ethel Rentfro. She grew up in Crab Orchard, Illinois, where she attended Crab Orchard United Methodist Church and graduated from Crab Orchard High School in 1966. She...
Alfred Eugene Baker
Jan 13, 2026
Alfred Eugene Baker
February 14, 1950 – January 13, 2026
Alfred Eugene Baker, of Goreville, Illinois, passed away on January 13, 2026, at Deaconess Illinois Hospital in Marion, leaving behind a life story etched in grit, loyalty, laughter, and love. A life that will continue to be told wherever his name is spoken with a smile.
Gene was born on Valentine’s Day in...
Laura Jean Gund
Jan 12, 2026
Laura Jean Gund, age 60, passed away on January 12, 2026, in Benton, Illinois.
Born on March 21, 1965, in Tomahawk, Wisconsin, Laura was the daughter of Richard and Maryann Zillman. In 1986, she married the love of her life, Edward Gund, and together they shared 39 years of marriage. Together, they took pride in raising their two children. Laura earned...
Amy Lea Duringer
Jan 11, 2026
Amy Lea (nee Perry) Duringer, 56, of Goreville, Illinois, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026, in St. Louis, Missouri surrounded by her family. Amy was born on February 14, 1969, in Carbondale, Illinois.
Amy married the love of her life, David Duringer, on October 22, 1994. Together they built a life filled with love, laughter, and shared purpose.
Amy was deeply...
Sherilyn Kinley
Jan 7, 2026
Sherilyn Kinley, 77, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, surrounded by love. She was a devoted mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose love for her family and for life itself was evident to everyone who knew her. She was known for her beautiful smile, her gentle and loving ways, and the quiet courage and strength with which she lived...
Sally Belle Maynard
Jan 6, 2026
Sally B. (Walker) Maynard, age 90, passed away on January 6, 2026, at her home surrounded by loved ones.
Born October 8, 1935, in Alton, Illinois, to Gordon H. Walker and Edna V. (Seago) Walker, Sally was the oldest of seven children. She married Alfred L. Maynard on December 7, 1956, and together they raised four children.
Sally attended Alton High School....
Nancy Lee Kuhn
Jan 4, 2026
Nancy Lee Kuhn, 80, passed away peacefully. She was born on March 12, 1944, in Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, the daughter of Dorcy and Sylvia McKlin.
Nancy dedicated 33 years of her working life to Wildlife Materials, Inc., where she began in 1976 and proudly served as General Manager until taking early retirement in 2009. She was respected for her strong work...
Dwight R. McCurdy
Jan 2, 2026
Dwight Richmond McCurdy, age 88, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully on the morning of January 2, 2026, following a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
Dwight was born on September 17, 1937, in Wheeling, West Virginia, to Dwight and Bernice McCurdy. He pursued higher education with great dedication, attending Purdue University, Anderson College, and The Ohio State University, where...
Alice Marie Ammann
Jan 1, 2026
Alice “Cookie” Marie Ammann, 92, of Marion, formerly of Highland, IL passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 1, 2026. Cookie was born on August 12, 1933, in Pocahontas, IL to Henry and Florence (Tischhauser) Haller.
In addition to being a homemaker, Cookie worked at the clock and garment factories before owning and operating Cookie’s Corner, all in Highland. In retirement she...
Richard Jack
Dec 30, 2025
Richard Lee Jack, age 69, passed away on December 30, 2025, at his home in Goreville, Illinois. He was born on February 8, 1956, in Elkins, West Virginia.Known to his friends and family as Rick, he was the son of Doris Hope Jack and Horace M. McClure. Rick lived a life rooted in the outdoors and shaped by a deep...
Clarence Deon Lemasters
Dec 24, 2025
Clarence “Deon” Lemasters, age 72, passed away on December 24, 2025, in Carbondale, Illinois.
Deon was born on March 19, 1953, in Creal Springs, Illinois, to Cynthia and Floyd Lemasters. He married the love of his life, Barbara (Stewart) Lemasters.
Deon began working at Maytag at the age of 18 as a forklift driver and remained there for approximately 35 years, until...
Bobby Dean Bundren
Dec 23, 2025
Bobby Dean Bundren, 73, of Marion, Illinois, passed away on December 23, 2025, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Evansville, Indiana, with his loving wife by his side.
Bob was born on September 26, 1952, in Carbondale, Illinois, to Orval and Mary Ada Bundren. He attended Arnold Grade School and graduated from Crab Orchard High School in 1970. He had many friends...
Herman Johnston (HJ) Dahmer
Dec 16, 2025
Herman Johnston (HJ) Dahmer passed December 16, 2025. HJ was born May 17, 1933 to Herman and Mabel (Johnston) Dahmer. He married Helen Harpstrite June 25, 1955 and shared 67 years of marriage until her death in December 2022.
HJ served his country during the Korean War, 1953-1955.Upon his return, HJ and Helen moved to Decatur where he worked at BorgWarner....
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