Bettye Viola Doerr

May 31, 2024

Carbondale resident Bettye Viola (Shupe) Doerr died on Friday, May 31, 2024. Loved ones were with her as she expelled her last breath at 5:27 p.m. She was 95 years old.

 

Bettye was born on March 29, 1929, the youngest child of Flem and Cora (Cornett) Shupe of Vergennes, IL. Following graduation from Vergennes High School and studies at Southern Illinois...

Francis Allen Cripps

May 27, 2024

GRAND TOWER - Francis Allen Cripps, age 79, passed away on Monday, May 27, 2024 at the Marion VA Medical Center. 

 Francis was born on November 7, 1944 in Murphysboro, to Frank and Mary (Wright) Cripps. 

 Francis graduated from Shawnee High School in Wolf Lake Francis. He was a home town boy of Grand Tower and was locally known as Clown or...

Dr. Sergio Rabinovich

May 26, 2024

CARBONDALE - Dr. Sergio Rabinovich, dedicated doctor, Professor of Medicine, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, died at home on May 26, 2024, at the age of 96. To the end, he had a passion for life, an endless curiosity, and a deep compassion for his family, friends, colleagues, and students. “I’m still having fun”, he told his daughter over...

Timothy Martin Ebest

May 25, 2024

ALBUQUERQUE – Timothy Martin Ebest, 56, passed away on May 25, 2024 in Carbondale, IL.

 

Timothy was born on February 8, 1968 to Ronald J. and Catharine V. (Whealen) Ebest in St. Louis, MO. He married Virginia Latham on July 23, 1994 in Dallas, TX. 

 

Tim is survived by his loving wife, Jene, precious children, Madison and Tucker, mother, Cathy, siblings, Ron...

Tim Shepard Irons

May 24, 2024

On May 24, 2024, Tim Shepard Irons went home to Jesus surrounded by family members at the VA Medical Center in Marion, Illinois.  The staff at the veterans hospital was exceedingly thoughtful and caring, which was very helpful and comforting to the family.  

 

Tim was born on December 5, 1949 in Oak Park, Illinois to Kenneth and Frances (Shepard) Irons....

Charles Wohlwend

May 21, 2024

CARTERVILLE - Charles Dean Wohlwend of Carterville, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at the age of 61. Born on November 27, 1962 in Carbondale to Jackie and Charlyne (Heisler) Wohlwend, Charles dedicated 45 years of his life to Walgreens, serving diligently as a shift lead. His exceptional work ethic and loyalty to his job were commendable, making...

Madeline Glikin

May 21, 2024

Madeline Glikin, age 89, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at her home in Carbondale. 

 

Madeline was born on February 25, 1935 in Bronx, NY to David and Anna (Gorno) Rubin. Madeline married Barry Glikin in New Jersey.  He preceded her death on January 27, 1981. 

 

Madeline was a loving mom, generous caring person and loved by many.  She cherished her...

Harris Grant Mosley, Jr.

May 12, 2024

Professor Harris (Harry) Grant Mosley Jr. passed away suddenly on Sunday, May 12, 2024 at Reflections Memory Care Center in Carterville, IL.  Harry was the son of Harris Grant Mosley Sr and Gussie (Hill) Mosley. He was born in Chicago, Illinois on May 26, 1946.  He is survived by his sister, Forest Ganza and her family, of Las Vegas, NV.

Harry...

Alaina Flodstrom

May 11, 2024

Alaina Gail Flodstrom, age 18, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024 at University of Chicago Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 3, 2006 in Marion to Amber Leverett.

Alaina had a passion for music that was unmatched, and her infectious energy and zest for life made her a larger-than-life presence in the hearts of those...

Dr. Steven P. Barrett

May 11, 2024

CARBONDALE - Dr. Steven P. Barrett, 55, son of James and Ann Storme-Barrett, passed away surrounded by family on Saturday, May 11th, 2024. 

 

Dr. Barrett graduated Palmer Chiropractic College in 1995. He owned his business, Simple Chiropractic, alongside his wife, Rhonda Barrett, in Carbondale for 28 years. He was incredibly passionate about serving his patients. His goal was to improve their...

Dennis William Leitner

May 9, 2024

Dennis William Leitner, 80, passed away at 4:07 p.m. Thursday, May 9, 2024, surrounded by his family. 

 

Dennis Leitner was born in Alton, IL on December 4, 1943. His father, the late Oscar William Leitner was a bank operator, and his mother, the late Muriel Gertrude (Block) Leitner was a bookkeeper. 

 

In the early 1950’s, they moved to Lakewood, CO, where he...

Maxine Rendleman

May 7, 2024

CARBONDALE - Maxine Rendleman, age 96, passed away on May 7, 2024 at Manor Court of Carbondale. 

 

Maxine was born on May 7, 1928 in Herrin, IL to William and Ina (Brown) Cunningham. Maxine married Raymond Rendleman in Morganfield, Kentucky.  He preceded her in death in 1967.

 

Maxine worked as a receptionist for Southern Illinois University for many years.  She enjoyed watching...

Ward J. Sutton

May 6, 2024

Bettie, TX – Ward Jr. Sutton, age 87, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on May 6, 2024. He is now reunited with his loving wife, Marge; who he had missed dearly for the past five years.

   He was born in Carbondale, Illinois on April 29, 1937 to Ward and Dorothy Sutton and was a graduate of...

Brenda Kay Yucas

May 6, 2024

MAKANDA - Brenda Kay Yucas, 76, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2024 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. 

 

Brenda was born on June 29, 1947 in Tyrone, PA to William and Thelma (Port) Snyder.  She married Joseph Yucas on May 31, 1975 in the Penn State Chapel at State College, PA.   He preceded her in death on January 3, 2024.

 

Brenda...

Helen Elizabeth Sorgen Deniston

May 4, 2024

Helen Elizabeth Sorgen Deniston, 90, widow of George Deniston, passed away Saturday, May 4, 2024, in Lexington, Kentucky. Born in St. Louis, Missouri she was the daughter of the late Ernest W. and H. Lucille Taylor Sorgen. Helen devoted her life to her family, church, and community.

Due to her tireless volunteerism, Helen was honored with the Inspiring...

Marian Leftwich

May 4, 2024

CARBONDALE - Marian L. Leftwich, 90 of Carbondale, IL passed from Earth into Heaven on Saturday, May 4, 2024.

Marian was born April 10, 1934 in Belleville, St Claire County, Illinois, to Ruben W. J. Kammler and Edith B. (Montgomery) Kammler. 

She gave her heart early to Jesus. As a little girl she listened to a cherished teacher tell stories about children...

Bradley Weiss

May 2, 2024

CARBONDALE - Bradley Scott Weiss, age 71, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale.

Bradley Scott Weiss, 71, beloved husband for nearly 45 years to Lori; proud and devoted father of Brian and daughter-in-law Shilpa; fun and energetic grandfather to Kalen and Keiren; son to loving mother, Rita Weiss; brother of the favorite...

Dr. Manjit S. Kang

May 2, 2024

CARBONDALE –Dr. Manjit S. Kang, 76, passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale.

 

Manjit was born on March 3, 1948 to the late Gurdit S. and the late Parminder K. (Brah) Kang in India. He married Dr. Neeta D. Sinnappah (Kang) on November 28, 2001 in Malaysia.

 

Manjit is survived by his wife, and his siblings and...

Bernard Gantenbein

Apr 29, 2024

CARBONDALE - Bernard “Bernie” Gantenbein Jr., age 80, peacefully passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024, at Reflections Memory Care in Carterville, IL.

 

Born on December 11, 1943, in Olney, IL, Bernie was the son of Bernard and Catherine (Zimmerle) Gantenbein. On May 13, 1972, he married Barbara (Lipe) Gantenbein in Carbondale.

 

Bernie is survived by his wife of 51 years, Barbara...

Margaret Ellen Huck

Apr 28, 2024

CARBONDALE - Margaret “Margie” Ellen Huck, age 88, passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2024 at Integrity Healthcare of Carbondale. 

Margie was born on March 20, 1936 in Springfield, IL to Robert and Genevieve (Keller) Murphy. Margie married John “Jack” Huck on January 21, 1967 at St. Agnes Church in Springfield, IL.  He preceded her in death on June 25, 2006.

 Margie...