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...

Apr 19, 2020

DeSoto – Bonnie Rose Copeland, 81, of DeSoto passed away at 3:58 a.m. on Sunday, April 19, 2020 at her residence. Bonnie was born on June 2, 1938 to Ross and Phyllis (Ford) Rees in DeSoto. She was united in marriage with Stanley D. Copeland at United Church of the Brethren in Independence, Ohio on June 7, 1958. He preceded...

Apr 19, 2020

GRAND TOWER– Danny Willard Griffith passed away Sunday, April 19, 2020 at Manor Court. Danny was born November 1, 1928 to Herbert and Nellie (Cox) Griffith in West Frankfort. Danny worked as a deck hand for Archer Daniel Midland Company for 21 years and retired in 1991. He was a member of the Pilgrim Chapel Church in Grand Tower since...

Apr 17, 2020

Carbondale - Richard (Dick) Joseph Grammer was born on November 09, 1939 in Harrisburg, IL to Gus & Pearl Grammer. He was affectionately known to family and old friends as, “Dickie Joe”. Richard passed away on Friday, April 17, 2020 in the CLC Unit of the Veteran’s Hospital. He was always an adventurous and industrious child. He broke the same...

Apr 17, 2020

CARBONDALE – Robert “Bob” Hisgen, 76, of Carbondale, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2020 at the VA Medical Center in Marion. Bob was born February 14, 1944 to George and Evelyn (Maskol) Hisgen in Lincoln, Nebraska. He married Marilyn Woods on June 21, 1969 in West Frankfort. Bob entered the Army in 1967, serving nine months in Viet Nam...

Apr 15, 2020

Carbondale – Mary E. Dillon, 98 passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at Parkway Manor in Marion. Mary was born July 15, 1921 to Harry and Hattie (Biggs) Lipe. She was married to Ennis Dillon on March 25, 1940 in Cape Girardeau. Mary attended Murdale Baptist Church and was a Supervisor Cook at District 95 in Carbondale until she...

Apr 15, 2020

Carbondale – Imajean “Jean” Snell, 77, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at home surrounded by her loving family. Jean was born September 4, 1942 to Connie William and Zella Le Nora (Robertson) Meggs in Wynne, Arkansas. She married Richard Lee Snell on June 15, 1962 in Thebes, Illinois. Jean had a great love of school. She graduated from...

Apr 12, 2020

CARBONDALE – Richard “Dick” H. Sherwood, 92, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2020 at his home. Dick was born April 14, 1927 to Richard and Blanche (Harman) Sherwood in Alton. Dick served his country in the U.S. Navy. He was self-employed as a residential construction contractor for 30 years until he retired in 1995. He was a member of...

Apr 11, 2020

CARBONDALE - Maria Elena Brehm, born May 22, 1946 to Charles and Marie Brehm in Lake County, IL passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2020 in Carbondale, IL at the age of 73. Maria graduated from Waukegan High School, class of 1964. She worked for more than 18 years for the City of Highland Park until she retired. She then...

Apr 11, 2020

CARBONDALE – Darren William Haney, 53, passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2020 at home. Darren is survived by his wife, Laura Van Abbema of Carbondale; father, George William Haney and step-mother, Sylvia Beck of Greensboro, NC; brother, David Haney of Lawrence, KS; sister, Dawn Haney (Paul Engelhardt) of Oak Park; step-sisters, Liz Spidell and Lori Jarrett; uncle, Roland Kratzner;...

Mar 31, 2020

De Soto – Robert “Jerry” Gerald Bowlby, 76, died March 31, 2020 at his home. Jerry was born June 28, 1943 to Glen and Naomi (Stearns) Bowlby in De Soto. Jerry and Rosemary's love for each other was faithful and a beautiful example for all who knew them. They were best friends for 58 years. He was an amazing husband,...