Obituaries
Rebeeca Jo Latham
May 18, 2024
Rebecca (Becky) Jo Latham, 60, of Sesser, Illinois passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2024 surrounded by her loving family at Franklin Hospital in Benton, Illinois. She was born on August 27, 1963 to the union of Lindell and Diann (Keltner) Martin in Anna, Illinois. She spent most of her childhood in Boles Community also known as West Vienna, Illinois. She is survived...
Kevin D. Pangborn
May 10, 2024
It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Kevin Dale Pangborn, 31, of Carbondale, Illinois, who passed away on Friday, May 10, 2024 in Memorial Hospital of Carbondale.
He was born in on October 8,1992 to the union of Michelle (Pangborn) and Michael Trujillo in Denver, Colorado.
He brought joy and light into our lives with his big heart, vibrant...
Randy L. Wood
May 1, 2024
Randy Lee Wood, 71, of Murphysboro Illinois, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.Randy was born on March 10,1953 to Robert and Frances (Lobretto) Wood in Cedar Falls, Iowa.He married Diane Imhoff and to this union two children were born, Kevin Andrew and Courtney Leandra. He later married Carla Lilley on December 30, 1988.Randy was...
Chad C. Baldwin
Apr 27, 2024
Chad Baldwin, 54, of Marion, Illinois passed away on April 27, 2024.
He was born on April 18, 1970 to Eugene & Judy (Myers) Baldwin in Herrin, Illinois.
Chad had a smile that would light up a room, he loved to laugh and had the gift of gab. He enjoyed playing the slot machines and was very lucky at times. One of...
Karen S. Bush
Apr 19, 2024
Karen Sue Bush, 76, of Herrin, Illinois left this world to meet her Lord and Savior on Friday, April 19, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on November 27, 1947, to Houston and Alice (Bardmess) Dailey in Murphysboro, Illinois.
She was a long-time member of the Crab Orchard Boat and Yacht Club and was an avid fisherwoman.
Among those left...
Brandon E. Coofer
Apr 16, 2024
Brandon Eugene Coofer, 45, of Murphysboro, Illinois passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Carbondale Memorial Hospital.
He was born on July 27, 1978, to Judy Ann North and Steve Coofer in Waukegan, Illinois.
Brandon was employed as a Laborer for Aisin Manufacturing of Marion, Illinois.
He is survived by his three children, Brandon Jr., Narvell and Judy Coofer; his three aunts,...
Jenifer R. Evans
Apr 2, 2024
Jenifer Rae (Vaughn) Evans, 76, of Cobden, Illinois passed away peacefully on April 2, 2024, surrounded by love near and far.
She is survived by her sons, David (Jennifer) Evans, Timothy Ryan; daughter, Christine (Edward) Guernsey; grandchildren, Justin Evans, Jason Evans, Jordyn Ryan, Ava Ryan, Jessie Shields, Luke Shields, Noah Evans and Gabriel Evans; siblings, Reese Kelly and Nancy Pitts; nieces,...
Raymond L. Hickam
Apr 1, 2024
Raymond Lee Hickam, age 54, of Pomona, Illinois passed away Monday, April 1, 2024, at Integrity Healthcare of Cobden. He was born December 20, 1969, to Donald and Virgina (Hicks) Hickam in Murphysboro, Illinois. Raymond is survived by his parents, siblings, Lonnie (Kim) Hickam, Sharon Smith (Wade), Lisa (Jesse) Lowe, and Nancy (Junior) Bailey, special nephew/best friend Jesse Hubbard who...
Stephen G. Will
Mar 27, 2024
Stephen G. Will, age 70, of Murphysboro, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at his home surrounded by family.
He was born on September 6, 1953, to Richard W. and Rosemary (Golliher) Will in Murphysboro, Illinois.
Steve worked as a carpenter for most of his life. He was a fireman for Murphysboro Fire Department. He founded and built Murphysboro Pomona...
Robert "Bob" W. Harding
Mar 23, 2024
Robert “Bob” Walter Harding, age 90, of Murphysboro, Illinois passed away on March 23, 2024, peacefully at home.
Bob was born on April 22, 1933, to the late Rev. Walter and Cleva (McCracken) Harding in Raymond, Illinois.
Bob attended Carlinville and graduated from Ashland, (Illinois) High School.
During the Korean War, he served stateside for the Army doing surveying and mapmaking. On the...
Gayle A. Darter
Mar 21, 2024
Gayle A. Darter, age 61, of Herrin, Illinois passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loving husband and family.
She was born on April 12, 1962, to the late Frankie E. and Joyce (Bloodworth) Starrick in Dalton, Georgia.
She was united in marriage with Keith Darter Sr. on July 16, 1979, and born to this union...
Elizabeth C. Kovach
Mar 20, 2024
Elizabeth Colleen “Liz” Kovach, age 39, of Desoto, Illinois passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at her residence. She was the most loving mother, sister, daughter and friend, a shining light from the beginning. She was always exuberant and vivacious with a determination that carried into adulthood.
Liz was born on October 7, 1984 in Tyler, TX, she was the...
Minnie Lee Chapin
Mar 14, 2024
Minnie Lee Chapin, 89, passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 14, 2024, at her home in Carbondale, IL. She was surrounded by love and light from her family and friends. She was born on January 4, 1935, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Chester Lewis and Margaret Holm. Minnie was one of four siblings raised by her amazing and resilient...
Jerome D. Wooley
Feb 29, 2024
Jerome Dean Wooley, affectionately known as “Rome” or “Shock” 70, of Carbondale, Illinois passed away on Thursday, February 29, 2024, at his residence.
He was born on December 8, 1953, to the union of the late Marlee Wooley Sr., and Francis (Lewis) Wooley in Carbondale, Illinois.
Jerome received his education in the Carbondale School System, later graduating from Carbondale Community High School.
He...
Carol L. Henderson
Feb 26, 2024
Carol "Kay" Lorene (Romack) Henderson, 74, of Marion, IL, passed away on February 26, 2024. She was born on June 1, 1949, in Charleston, IL, to the late Royal (Bud) and Ina Romack. Kay, as she was fondly known, was a generous and caring individual who touched the lives of many. She enjoyed reading, biking, and walking in her free time....
Steven E. Tate
Feb 26, 2024
Steven E. Tate, 64, of Mt. Vernon, Illinois left his earthly body on Monday, February 26, 2024, at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital of Mt. Vernon, Illinois.
He was born on May 31, 1959, to the late Edward and Phyllis (Edmison) Tate.
Steve was kind, funny and a good time Charlie, who never met a stranger. He loved model cars, music and...
Belita Doreen Mitchell
Feb 10, 2024
Belita Doreen Mitchell transitioned to glory on February 10, 2024 at home in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, surrounded by her loved ones, after a brief illness.
Belita was born on March 28, 1946 to Alfred Brewington, Sr., and Delores Hill Brewington (later Hirsch) of Colp, Illinois. She spent her childhood and youth in Colp and Detroit, Michigan.
After graduating from Herrin High School (Illinois),...
Billy Charles McDade
Feb 8, 2024
Billy Charles McDade traded time in this life for Eternal Life on Thursday, February 08, 2024 in Belzoni, MS.
He was born August 13, 1960, to the union of Walter McDade Sr. and Jeanette (Brown) McDade in Belzoni, MS.
Billy was raised in Carbondale, IL and attended Carbondale Community High School. He accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at...
Timothy Scott Ruble
Jan 30, 2024
Timothy Scott Ruble, 62, of Murphysboro, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at his home.
He was born on October 1, 1961, to the late Theodore and Berna (McClelland) Ruble in Murphysboro, IL.
Timothy was a dedicated individual who worked for Pleasant Grove Memorial Cemetery and had a talent for installing carpet.
Timothy received his primary education from the Murphysboro School...
Clarence Harrington Jr.
Jan 23, 2024
Clarence Harrington Jr. was born June 5, 1932, to the union of Clarence Harrington Sr. and Pauline Howlett. He was the oldest son of 9 siblings. He confessed to knowing Christ at an early age.
Clarence was raised by his grandmother Hallie Howlett in Alton, Illinois until the age of 17. He moved to Carbondale to be with his mother...
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