Obituaries
Rowena June Montgomery-Eastman
Sep 13, 2026
Rowena June Montgomery, age 70, of Marion, Illinois (formerly of Goreville) passed peacefully into her Heavenly home on Sunday, September 13, 2026, surrounded by her loving family at Deaconess Gateway Hospital.
She was born on June 30, 1956, in Marion, Illinois to John E. Montgomery and Margaret Louise Turnage. From the very beginning, Rowena was a cowgirl at heart: full of...
Lois Nadine Hamilton
Sep 13, 2026
Lois “Nadine” Hamilton, born September 3, 1941, in Du Quoin, Illinois, was the daughter of Roy James Hamilton and Lois Nadine (Arterberry) Hamilton.
Nadine attended flight attendant school and later built a long career serving her community. During the late 1970s and 1980s, she worked at Marion Ford Tractor, where she handled parts and inventory. She later worked as the office...
Curtis Vernon Craig
Sep 12, 2026
Curtis Vernon Craig, 90, was born December 11, 1935, in Goreville, Illinois, to Herschel and Wynita Craig.
Curtis was a devoted Christian and a retired minister who dedicated much of his life to serving the Lord and others. He was a longtime member of Lick Creek Pentecostal Church, where his faith was an important part of his life and ministry.
Curtis proudly...
Tennie Ann Girtman
Sep 12, 2026
Tennie Girtman, age 100, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Deaconess of Illinois.
Tennie was born on August 19, 1926, in Goreville, Illinois, the daughter of William Orb Girtman and Eliza Jane (Perry) Girtman. Having celebrated her 100th birthday just weeks before her passing, Tennie was blessed with a century of life, faith, family, and memories.
Tennie worked at the...
William “Bill” Joseph Merrow II
Sep 2, 2026
William Joseph “Bill” Merrow II, age 79, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories for those who knew and loved him.
Bill was born on December 24, 1946, in Princeton, Indiana, the son of William J. Merrow and Catherine L. (Thompson) Merrow. He married the love of his life, Dianna L. Merrow, and...
Phillip Keith Jackson
Sep 2, 2026
Phillip "Keith" Jackson, 77, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, in Marion, Illinois.
Keith was born October 27, 1948, in Creal Springs, Illinois, the son of William and Mary (Goodwin) Jackson.
Keith worked for Amex Coal as a heavy equipment operator, a career he truly loved and took great pride in.
Above all else, Keith loved the Lord and always put God...
Larry Wayne Sharp
Aug 29, 2026
Larry Wayne Sharp, 72, passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Deaconess Hospital in Marion, Illinois.
Larry was born on December 16, 1953, in Brawley, California, the son of James Sharp and Dorothy (Hunthrop) Sharp. He was a graduate of Goreville High School.
On December 22, 1979, Larry married Norma Jean Helms, who survives. Larry worked as a security guard at...
Helen Marie Clark
Aug 26, 2026
Helen Marie Clark, 99, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at the home of her daughter, Marsha, on August 26, 2026. She lived a long, joyful, and wonderful life, proudly looking forward to reaching her 100th birthday.
Helen was born on September 20, 1926, in Marion, Illinois, the daughter of Regent David “R.D.” Reach and Ollie Mae (Ashworth)...
Terry Loring
Aug 22, 2026
Terry Allen Loring, 89, passed away on August 22, 2026, at his home. He was born on May 23, 1937, in Canton, Illinois, the son of Earl T. Loring and Dorothy A. Fey.
Terry spent his career with Southern Illinois Power, where he worked as a systems analyst. Outside of work, he enjoyed researching his family history and genealogy, reading, woodworking,...
Paul Norman Stahulak
Aug 15, 2026
Paul Norman Stahulak passed away suddenly and entered eternal rest on August 15, 2026, at the age of 72. Cherished husband, father, brother, grandfather, friend and member of his congregation who will be deeply missed. Born in Chicago, Illinois on February 26, 1954, to his beloved parents Paul J. and Janice. Paul grew up in Burbank, Illinois where he met...
Roy Dale Edmonds
Aug 14, 2026
Roy Dale Edmonds of Mulkeytown, Illinois, passed away on Friday, August 14, 2026, at Deaconess of Illinois. He was born on December 19, 1946, in Christopher, Illinois, the son of Robert and Ruth (Cook) Edmonds.
On June 6, 1981, Roy married Brenda Kay MacFarland in West Frankfort, Illinois, and together they shared 45 years of marriage.
Roy served his country in the...
James Leonard Longmire
Aug 13, 2026
James “Jimmy” Leonard Longmire, born December 22, 1960, in Blue Island, Illinois, the son of John and Alma (Murphy) Longmire, passed away on August 13, 2026, at Axiom Healthcare of Harrisburg, Illinois.
Jimmy married Susan Elaine Hodges on February 14, 1995. He spent his career working as an auto mechanic. In their free time, Jimmy and Susan enjoyed taking weekend fishing...
Judy Ann McRoy
Aug 12, 2026
Judy Ann McRoy, 79, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully at her home on August 12, 2026.
Judy was born on October 24, 1946, in Marion, Illinois, the daughter of Ralph Perry and Nellie (Davis) Perry. On March 9, 1966, she married Jerry McRoy, who survives.
Judy spent many years working in housekeeping, first at the Regal 8 Motel and later at...
Aleda Anna Sophia Doelitzsch
Aug 6, 2026
Aleda Anna Sophia (née Mueller) Doelitzsch passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 6, 2026, in Marion, IL, surrounded by her loving family.
Aleda was born on January 30, 1925, in Waterloo, Illinois, to Herman and Dora (née Offerman) Mueller. She was one of 8 siblings, 4 of which survive her; Mrs. Lynn Kerr of Buford, GA, Mrs. Evie Heldt of Grand...
Judith Jane Weyant
Aug 1, 2026
Judith Jane (Hill) Weyant, 88, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2026. She was born on May 17, 1938, at home in Crab Orchard, Illinois, the daughter of Johnny Hill and Lela (Corder) Hill.
Judith married the love of her life, George Weyant. She worked for many years as an event planner and secretary for the National Real Estate Association in...
Jane Reynolds
Aug 1, 2026
Jane Laverne (Kneezel) Reynolds, 79, of Marion, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at Deaconess of Illinois Medical Center.
Born on December 20, 1946, in Marion, Illinois, Jane was the daughter of William Kneezel and Bernice (Penrod) Kneezel. She graduated from Marion High School in 1964 at the age of 17. On October 31, 1969, she married the love...
Earleen Ruth Lockamy
Jul 30, 2026
Earleen Ruth Lockamy, of Marion, Illinois, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2026, at the age of 83.
Earleen was born on August 17, 1943, in Kankakee, Illinois, to Donald and Emma Eastman, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her three brothers.
She is survived by her two sisters; her daughter and son-in-law, Ruth and Jackie...
Joy Duncan
Jul 29, 2026
Joy Ruth (Bramlet) Duncan, 80, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2026, at Deaconess of Illinois Medical Center. She was born on July 9, 1946, in Williamson County, Illinois, the daughter of Charles Milton Bramlet and Violet Mamie (Connett) Bramlet.
Joy was a dedicated and hardworking woman throughout her life. She began her working career at the age of 15 at...
Lateashia Chandler
Jul 28, 2026
On July 28th, 2026 Lateashia “Teashia” Markay Chandler of Anna-Jonesboro passed away at the age of 41 years. Lateashia was born on April 14, 1985 in Marion, IL.
Teashia was a very artistic person. She loved drawing, painting, and giving tattoos. Teashia also loved being outdoors. She loved fishing and doing yard work. She took pride in the way her yard...
Robert Anthony "Bob" Bartlett
Jul 28, 2026
Robert “Bob” Anthony Bartlett, 67, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at Herrin Hospital.
He was born on April 30, 1959, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Robert Bartlett and Mary Lou (Travelstead) Bartlett.
Bob spent much of his career painting boats before joining AISIN, where he faithfully worked on the assembly line for the past ten years.
A city boy...
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