Obituaries
Norma Catherine Stevens
Nov 29, 2022
CARBONDALE – Norma Catherine Stevens, 90, passed away on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale.
Norma was born on December 22, 1931 to Rudolph and Kate (Nance) Lipe in Pomona. She married Charles Laverne Stevens on April 24, 1951 in De Soto. He preceded her in death on June 16, 2000.
Norma is survived by her children, Kathy (Tom)...
Bernella "Nellie" Bright-Todd
Nov 27, 2022
LAS VEGAS – Bernella “Nellie” Irene Bright-Todd, 77, passed away on Sunday, November 27, 2022 at Carbondale.
Nellie was born on September 15, 1945 to Arthur and Bernice (Bright) Wingerter in Ava. She married Gregory D. Todd on September 19, 1986 in Brooklyn, NY.
Nellie is survived by her husband Gregory, sons Paul (Laura) Todd and Luke Todd, grandchildren, Arthur Todd, Nalah...
Betty Jean Crippen
Nov 27, 2022
CARBONDALE- Betty Jean Crippen, 94, passed away surrounded by her family on Sunday, November 27, 2022, at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale.
Betty was born on February 24, 1928, in Ullin, Illinois, to James F. and Marie (Harmon) Goins. After returning from service in WWII, George Crippen captivated the young and beautiful Betty Goins. They were soon engaged and married on June...
Jana Zetterman
Nov 24, 2022
Carbondale - Jana Zetterman, age 62, passed away on November 24, 2022 at home.
Jana was born on October 11, 1960 in Park Ridge, IL to Kenneth Koenig and Colleen (Morgan) Koenig.
Jana was a lifelong fan of Todd Rundgren and had many friends in the music scene. She had an avid interest in crystals and other treasures of the earth. She...
Michael Lee Whittington
Nov 22, 2022
CARBONDALE – Michael Lee Whittington, 67, passed away on Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at Manor Court in Carbondale.
Michael was born on October 13, 1955 to Max E. and Dorothy M. (Sanders) Whittington in Tuscola.
Michael is survived by his sister, Becky Brandvold of Mattoon, brother Richard (Kelly) Whittington of Tuscola, nephews, Pale of Carbondale and Matthew (Linda) Whittington of Tuscola, nieces...
Robert "Butch" Brasel
Nov 20, 2022
Robert W. (Butch) Brasel, 64, lost his earthly battle on November 20, 2022 surrounded by his loved ones. The devoted husband, father and grandfather was a Murphysboro native in birth through death and a staple of the Red Devil family.
Butch was born on October 2, 1958 in Carbondale to James and Peggy (Hale) Brasel. Butch married Cheryl Kay Johnson on...
Esther M. Buitt
Nov 19, 2022
MURPHYSBORO - Esther Marie Buitt, 76, died at 8:31 p.m., Saturday, November 19, 2022, at SSM St. Clare Hospital in Fenton, MO surrounded by her loving family.
Esther was born on October 20, 1946 to Joseph and Juanita (Krump) Westerfield. She married James Buitt on December 21, 1968, in Carbondale.
Esther was preceded in death by her daughter, Cynthia Howerton; parents; and...
Kenneth "Ken" Hahn
Nov 18, 2022
MAKANDA - Kenneth "Ken" Eugene Hahn, age 69, passed away on Friday, November 18, 2022 at his home in Makanda.
Ken was born on March 10, 1953 in Marble Hill, Missouri to Eldon and Lovier (Rose) Hahn. Ken married Brenda Johnston on February 10, 1973 in Granite City, Illinois.
Ken served his country in the U.S. Air Force as a Weapons Mechanic...
Donald Ray Bonds
Nov 14, 2022
CARBONDALE - Donald Ray Bonds, 82, passed away on Monday, November 14, 2022 at Heartland Regional Medical Center in Marion.
Donald was born on January 18, 1940 in Carbondale to Ray and Ora (Hill) Bonds. Donald married Phyllis Robinson on October 6, 1956 in Murphysboro.
Donald worked as a Concrete Finisher for many years. He was a member of the Operator’s Plasterers...
John "Mike" Miller
Nov 13, 2022
CARBONDALE – John “Mike” Miller, 71, passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2022 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale.
Mike was born on February 28, 1951 to John William and Ethel (Caraway) Miller in Carbondale.
Mike is survived by his sisters, Madeline Miller and Kathleen Plesko, nieces, and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Mike followed in his father’s footsteps to become...
Ann Hughes Karmos
Nov 12, 2022
CARBONDALE – Ann Hughes Karmos, 84, passed away on Saturday, November 12, 2022 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Centralia.
Ann was born on April 23, 1938 to Cary and Millie Williams in Baltimore, Maryland.
As a child, Ann moved frequently due to her father’s work as a Social Security Administrator. The family eventually settled in St. Petersburg, Florida, where she graduated from...
Isaac "Ike" Hicks
Nov 10, 2022
De Soto – Isaac “Ike” Hicks, 98, passed away on Thursday, November 10, 2022 at Marion Veteran Affairs Medical Center.
Ike was born February 7, 1924 in De Soto to Arthur William and Ollie (Doran) Hicks.
He married Ruth Helen Legan on January 19, 1950 in Jonesboro. They celebrated their 72nd wedding anniversary this past January.
Ike is survived by his wife, Ruth...
Ruth Kissell
Nov 6, 2022
Carbondale – Ruth N. Kissell, 95, passed away on Sunday, November 6, 2022 at 5:40 am in her own home, comfortable, and at peace.
Ruth was born on July 18, 1927 in Chicago to Arthur and Gertrude (Hjelkrem) Newborgh.
She attended school in Downers Grove and was a graduate of the University of Illinois in 1956.
During her four years at U of...
Rosemary "Rose" Clam
Nov 5, 2022
CARBONDALE - Rosemary “Rose” Clam, 70, of Carbondale, IL passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Saturday, November 5, 2022, after a brave 14-year battle with Alzheimer’s.
Rose was born December 9, 1951 to Mary and Rudolf Schierer of Chicago. She married James “Jim” Clam, also of Chicago, on June 4, 1974. Two years later, daughter Daisy was...
Glynn Murphy
Oct 30, 2022
CARBONDALE - Glynn Murphy, 57, passed away on Sunday, October 30, 2022 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in Saint Louis, MO.
Glynn was born on June 22, 1965 in Springhill, LA to Albert and Shirley (Kistner) Murphy.
Glynn worked as a flooring installer for over twenty years. He deeply loved his family. He enjoyed collecting various items and was very creative. He traveled to...
Alora Throop
Oct 26, 2022
Alora Throop, newborn, passed away on October 26, 2022. Alora was born October 26, 2022 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale.
Alora is survived by her parents, Jessa Thomas and Devin Throop. Her Maternal Grandparents William and Jennifer Thomas, Paternal Grandparents Misty Holderfield and James Throop. Her Beautiful Great grandmothers, Cindy Huck, Lisa Hubbs, Rita Ramsey, Martha Phillips, and Lyne Cook. Her...
Stanley Cashion
Oct 25, 2022
BUSH - Stanley Cashion, age 79, passed away on October 25, 2022 at Carbondale Memorial Hospital in Carbondale surrounded by his loving family.
Stanley was born on June 21, 1943 in Elkville, IL to Everett and Beulah (Barnes) Cashion. Stanley married Rita Halstead on October 29, 1960 in Hallidayboro, Illinois.
Stanley worked as brick mason for over 35 years. His work can...
Calvin L. White
Oct 24, 2022
DESOTO - Calvin L. White, 90, passed away on Monday, October 24, 2022 at his home in DeSoto, surrounded by his loving family.
Calvin was born on September 15, 1932 in Murphysboro to Lowell and Lilly (Wisely) White. Calvin married the love of his life, Shirley Rees on September 15, 1951 in Piggott, AR.
Calvin was a family man to his core....
Anita L. Baltzell
Oct 23, 2022
GRAND TOWER – Anita Louise Baltzell, 58, passed away on Sunday, October 23, 2022 at Integrity Healthcare of Marion.
Anita was born on May 1, 1964 in Carbondale to Merle and Ella (Ellet) Baltzell.
Anita loved spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed playing cards and dice. Also, in her earlier years she played pool winning multiple tournaments. She also...
Patricia Anne O'Day
Oct 22, 2022
CARBONDALE - Patricia Anne (Duncan) O'Day, age 84, passed away on October 22, 2022 at home in Carbondale, Illinois.
Pat was born on March 17, 1938, in Oelwein, IA, and was adopted as an infant by Delmont "Monte" Duncan and Neola (Stevens) Duncan. Her parents and her adopted brother, Donald "Don" Craig Duncan, all preceded her in death.
Pat is survived by...
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