Russell Howell

Jul 9, 2024

John Russell Howell, 65, peacefully entered eternal rest on July 9, 2024 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital with his family by his side.Russell was born on March 20, 1959 to John and Phyllis Howell (Nance) in Tacoma, Washington. He graduated from Carbondale Community High School in 1977 and became a Brick Mason for 23 years.He loved people and didn’t know a stranger,...

Christopher J. Wisinski, Sr.

Jul 3, 2024

CARBONDALE - Christopher J. Wisinski, Sr. age 87, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.

Christopher was born on December 25, 1936 in Chicago to Benjamin and Loretta (Daczkiewicz) Wisinski. He married Helen F. Lisak on November 1, 1958 in Chicago.

Christopher served his country in the United States Marine Corps from 1953 until 1955. He was...

Joyce L. Dailey-Hanson

Jul 3, 2024

DESOTO - We mourn the passing and celebrate the extraordinary life of Joyce Louise Dailey-Hanson, a devoted mother, beloved grandmother, who peacefully departed this life on July 3rd, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Her journey was one of resilience, love, and unwavering dedication to those she held dear.

Born on April 20,1942, Joyce grew up in DeSoto, IL. to the...

Gary Dean Ray

Jun 29, 2024

CARBONDALE - Gary Dean Ray, 72, a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, and a proud Navy veteran, passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at his home in Carbondale surrounded by his loving family.

Gary was born on June 2, 1952, in Richland Center, WI to Roland and Eileen (Johnson) Ray. He married Julie Anderson on April...

Wilma Margaret Hill

Jun 29, 2024

CARBONDALE - Wilma Margaret Hill, 85, of Carbondale, IL formerly of Lincoln, IL passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2024 peacefully at Manor Court in Carbondale, IL. 

Wilma was born February 14th, 1939, at home in Lincoln, IL to LaVerne E. Sr. and Edna D. (Robbins) Olmstead. She was born the 8th child out of 9. 

Survivors include her two daughters, Denise...

Dale G. Grasher

Jun 27, 2024

CARBONDALE - Dale G. Grasher, 74, passed away on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at Carbondale Memorial Hospital surrounded by family members.

Dale was born on August 8, 1949, to Ray and Lois Grasher in Aurora, IL. He was united in marriage to Marsha Patrich on June 16, 1979. She survives. He is also survived by daughters Amanda (BJ) Groaning of Carbondale...

Mary Nell Chew

Jun 25, 2024

CARBONDALE - Mary Nell Chew, age 86, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at Integrity Healthcare of Carbondale.

Mary Nell was born on July 1, 1937 in Olney to James and Mary Alice (Nix) West. Mary Nell married Harold Lavern Chew on October 19, 1957 at Crab Orchard Christian Church. He preceded her in death on February 12, 1989.

She and...

Brian J. Lucas

Jun 17, 2024

Brian J. Lucas, age 67 of Jackson, passed away on June 17, 2024 at his home.

Brian was born on May 25, 1957 in Illinois to the late George Lucas, Jr. and Nadine Flatt Lucas. He attended Carbondale Community High School going on to attend and graduate from Freed-Hardeman University with a Bachelor of Science Degree and, later, became a Resident...

Dwain Dallas Forby

Jun 13, 2024

MAKANDA- Dwain Dallas Forby, 64, peacefully entered eternal rest on June 13th, 2024, at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale, with his children by his side, following a difficult battle with cancer. He spent his final days surrounded in love by his children, siblings, and many dear family members and friends.

Dwain was born on February 20, 1960, to Gerald D. Forby and...

Carl "Dump" Wilson

Jun 10, 2024

GRAND TOWER - Carl "Dump" Wilson, age 87, passed away on Monday, June 10, 2024 at Marion VA Medical Center. Carl was born on September 4, 1936 in Wittenberg, MO to Harold and Della (Strickland) Wilson. Carl married Mary Wilson on March 6, 1965, in Lockport, IL. Carl served his country in the U.S. Air Force from 1959 - 1962. He worked...

Doyle J. Odum

Jun 8, 2024

CARBONDALE - Doyle J. Odum, 76 of Carbondale passed away Saturday, June 8, 2024 in Memorial Hospital of Carbondale.

He was born October 17th 1947, in Creal Springs to the late Annebelle (Boyd) Odum and Joseph F. Odum, formerly of Marion.

Doyle worked for the United States Postal Service for many years until his retirement in...

Stella Rowan

Jun 5, 2024

Stella M. Rowan passed away at her home on June 5, 2024, with her husband of 51 years, Jesse, and her son, Ben, and daughter, Gayla, by her side. She was 71 years old.



Stella was born on July 9, 1952, to Phillip and Juanita Welch of Makanda, Illinois. She married Jesse Rowan, also of Makanda, in April 1973. She is...

Mary Tyler

Jun 1, 2024

Mary Tyler, age 76, passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2024 at Helia Healthcare of Benton.

 

Mary was born on September 30, 1947 in Anna to Ezra and Hilda (Froese) Simpkins. Mary married Russell Jones on April 15, 1967.   He preceded her in death on October 28, 1991.  She married Bob Tyler on November 4, 2007 in Carbondale and he...

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...