Jun 26, 2020

CARBONDALE – John Henry Clyde, 69, passed on Friday, June 26, 2020 at his home. John was born on June 8, 1951 to William and Winfred (Brady) Clyde in Syracuse, New York. John worked at El Greco Restaurant in Carbondale for over 35 years and was a resident of Carbondale since the early 1970’s. No services will be held. Meredith...

Jun 22, 2020

Makanda – Linda Sue Heern, 71, of Makanda, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2020 at The Anchor of the Voyage Senior Living in Marion. Linda was born on June 9, 1949 to Lester and Evelyn (Dublin) Spiller in Herrin. She married Wayne Pharis Heern on August 3, 1968 in Carterville. Wayne preceded Linda in death on May 5, 2015....

Jun 18, 2020

CARBONDALE – Martin Ray Bloodworth, 68, of Carbondale, passed away on June 18, 2020 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. Martin was born on June 18, 1953 to Billy and Betty Bloodworth in Glendale, California. Martin is survived by his Mother, Betty Runion, 3 Brothers Gene (Debbie), David (Marna), Kurt Bloodworth, Sisters Carla Nerio, Kelley Neal, 4 Children Daniel (Jessica) Bloodworth,...

Jun 17, 2020

Carolyn Ray Malzahn Saunders passed away peacefully at her home in Carbondale at the age of 89 on June 17, 2020. Carolyn, affectionately known as Honey to most, was born to Karl and Alta Malzahn on August 27, 1930 in Royalton, Illinois. She graduated high school in 1948 and married Robert Saunders in 1952. Carolyn and Bob were married for...

Jun 12, 2020

Gillian Graham Harrison, of Carbondale, departed this life on June 12, 2020. She was born November 24, 1947 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Her parents Eelin Stewart Harrison and George J. Harrison preceded her in death as did her sisters Susan Harrison and Marta Reily. She is survived by her brother Jack (Barb) Harrison, nieces, nephews and an extended family of...

Jun 4, 2020

CARBONDALE – Nina Irene Mick, 91, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2020. Nina was born on September 22, 1928 to William and Elizabeth (Turner) Hooten in Karber’s Ridge. She married James Mick, Jr. on March 3, 1947 in Harrisburg. He preceded her in death. Nina enjoyed spending time with her family and provided loving support to everyone. She will...

Jun 4, 2020

CARBONDALE – Carolyn Johnstone Andersen, 84, of Carbondale died at 10:20 a.m. Thursday, June 4, 2020, at home with her family. Private graveside services were held on June 8, 2020 at Pleasant Grove Memorial Park in Murphysboro, with the Rev. John Annable officiating. Mrs. Andersen was born in East Chicago, IN on Nov. 20, 1935. Her parents were Jack and...

May 28, 2020

CARBONDALE – Michele Chicks, 70, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2020 at home surrounded by her family. Michele was born on November, 24, 1949 in Merrill, WI to LaVerne and Dolores (Caron) Buetow. She married Ken Chicks on August 24, 1975 in Madison, WI. He preceded in death on February 2, 2015. Michele worked as a nurse until her...

May 22, 2020

CARBONDALE – Patrick Joseph Harris, 76, of Carbondale, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2020 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. Patrick was born on December 18, 1943 to John and Catherine (Cody) Harris. He married Yvonne Walsh on May 20, 1972. Patrick served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. He completed his Bachelor’s degree in...

May 18, 2020

GRAND TOWER – Frankie Cripps, 73, of Grand Tower, went to be with the two loves of his life, his Lord and Savior and his wife Sandy on Monday, May 18, 2020 at his home. Frankie was born on November 11, 1946 to Frank and Mary Lee Etta (Wright) Cripps in Grand Tower. Frankie married Mary Sandra McClure on October...

May 16, 2020

CARBONDALE – Kathleen DeYoung Alix, 79, passed away on May 16, 2020 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale from a hemorrhagic stroke. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Ernest K. Alix of Carbondale and her son, Christopher E. Alix, of Urbana. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Alvina DeYoung of South Holland; and her...

May 12, 2020

George L. Hossfield, Jr. May 12, 2020 George L. Hossfield, Jr, 97, of Mattapoisett MA died May 12, 2020 in his apartment in Carbondale IL. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 67 years, M. Jaqueline (Dwyer) Hossfield in 2015. Born in Paterson, NJ to the late George L. Hossfield and Frieda E. (Marty) Hossfield, he lived...

May 11, 2020

May 10, 2020

GOREVILLE – Beverly June (Walker) Martin, 55, passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2020 in Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, IN. Beverly was born February 17, 1965 to Gene Ward and June (Johns) Walker in Marion. Beverly worked for the Illinois Department of Corrections and later as a school social worker. Through the years she attended numerus ballgames, horse shows and...

May 9, 2020

MAKANDA – William “Billy” Franklin Baggett, 61, of Makanda passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2020 in Carbondale. Billy was born August 14, 1958 to William and Jenny Baggett in Carbondale. Billy worked as a mechanic and a truck driver for many years. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, working on cars and watching NASCAR. Billy is survived by his daughter,...

May 3, 2020

CARBONDALE – David Anthony Lightfoot, 59, of Carbondale, IL passed away on Sunday May 3rd, 2020 in his home. David was a proud Yorkshireman born in Morley, West Yorkshire, UK on May 6th, 1960 to John Anthony and Joyce Lightfoot (nèe Mallender). He shared 35 years of marriage with Maria Eugenia Vidal. David is survived by his children, Jorge David,...

May 3, 2020

MARION – Dallas W. McPheron, 68, of Marion, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 3, 2020 at Heartland Regional Medical Center with daughter able to be by his side daily. Dallas was born on July 17, 1951 to Clarence and Gilda (Brandon) McPheron in Herrin. Dallas is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Deshona and Tony Loyd; grandsons Tyler Shane...

May 2, 2020

CAMBRIA – Gary Wayne Wright, 67, lost his battle with cancer at 11:45 PM, on Saturday, May 2, 2020 at his home in Cambria. Gary was born July 25, 1952 in Carbondale to Joe and Nellie (Wilson) Wright. He married Lynette (Switzer) on April 6, 1971 in Murphysboro. She survives. Gary is survived by his loving wife, Lynette; son, Joe...

Apr 23, 2020

CARBONDALE - James Hurley Myers, 79, of Carbondale, Illinois, passed away on April 23, 2020 due to complications from cancer, at his home surrounded by close family. He was a long-time member of the First Presbyterian Church of Carbondale, Illinois. Hurley was born on September 28th, 1940 in Memphis, TN to Nell Hurley and William Pinkney Myers. He graduated from...

Apr 22, 2020

CARBONDALE – Marion Jean Hansen, 79, of Carbondale formally of Palos Heights, IL passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2020 at Manor Court of Carbondale. Marion was born on January 26, 1941 in Blue Island, IL to Earl and Esther (Martensen) Stokes. She married Richard L. Hansen in Blue Island, IL. He preceded her in death in October 1994. Marion...