Obituaries
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...
Melissa A. Perrigan
Oct 21, 2022
MURPHYSBORO – Melissa Perrigan, 91, passed away on Friday, October 21, 2022 at Manor Court of Carbondale.
Melissa was born on April 3, 1931 to Charles and Genevieve (Robinson) Fetter in Venice, Illinois. She married Ben Perrigan on December 4, 1954 in Kankakee, Illinois. He preceded her in death on September 10, 2000.
Melissa is survived by her children, Richard (Wendy) Perrigan...
Kathryn Burdick
Oct 19, 2022
GRAND TOWER - Kathryn Burdick, 82, passed away on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at her home in Grand Tower surrounded by her loving family.
Kathryn was born on August 22, 1940 to Robert and Dorothy (Reed) Knupp in Grand Tower. Kathryn married Charles Burdick on September 15, 1962 in Ava.
Kathryn worked as a District Manager Assistant for Wal-Mart until her retirement...
Robert P. Griffin
Oct 19, 2022
Robert P “Griff” Griffin died on October 19, 2022, at the age of 94. He was born in
Waterbury, Connecticut on July 7, 1928. He was the second of nine children born to George
and Margaret (Crowe) Griffin. George worked in construction and Margaret, after her children
grew, owned a real estate agency and started a local day care center which bears her...
Bobbie J. Schmit
Oct 18, 2022
CARBONDALE - Bobbie Schmit, 87, passed away on October 18, 2022 at her home in Carbondale.
Bobbie was born on November 30, 1934 in Paintsville, KY to Leslie and Elsie (Jones) Reynolds. Bobbie married John Baldridge Sr. and later Robert Panzer. Both of whom preceded her in death.
Bobbie’s passion was caring for others. She worked as a Nursing Assistant for many...
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