Murphysboro, Illinois Obituaries

Mar 18, 2022

Ronald E. Thorne Jr.,  Age 65, Passed away peacefully on March 18th, 2022.

Ron was born on March 3,1957 in Chicago, IL to Ronald and Gloria (Boyajian) Thorne.

He is survived by his beloved Fiance Pamela Wood, He was a loving father to Zachary and Stephanie Thorne; Dearest Grandfather to Domink and Galileo Kopacka; Dear...

Feb 23, 2022

Jean K. Pawlowski, Carbondale Illinois, formerly from Herrin, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 23,2022. She was 76 years of age.

Jean is survived by four children, Randy (Becky) Hall, Alisa (Jim) Maleski, Tony Hall, and Donna Ashtiani; her grandchildren; great grandchildren; one brother, Tony Kent; one sister, Jackie Sunshine. Jean will be greatly missed by...

Feb 22, 2022

Patricia Ann Pate, 87, of Johnston City, IL, passed away on her birthday Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at home with her loving family by her side.

Pat was born on February 22, 1935 in Weaver, IL. She spent her life amongst several cities in Illinois including Johnston City and Montgomery. She was united in Marriage to David...

Feb 20, 2022

Patricia Ann Stover, who loved to be called “Nana” by her grandchildren and great grandchildren, departed this life with her loving family by her side on February 20, 2022, at the age of 67.

Patricia Ann was born in Biloxi, MS, on February 14, 1955 to David and Lillian Jones.

Patricia Ann was a wonderful...

Jan 25, 2022

Dale “Mousey” White, 70, of Paulton, passed away peacefully at 1:45 A.M., January 25, 2022 at home surrounded by his loved ones.

Mousey was born November 24, 1951 in Paulton, IL to Curt and Ethel (Robinson) White.

Mousey was a talented man who enjoyed working on automobiles, lawnmowers, and boat motors. He could build and...

Jan 14, 2022

Howard W. Thompson, affectionately known as “Wayne” 73, of Hurst, passed away on Friday, January 14, 2022 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale with his loving wife by his bedside.

Howard was born on May 6, 1948 in Oraville, IL to Earl and Della Thompson.

He was raised in Ava, IL later moving to Carbondale, IL...

Jan 7, 2022

Kevin Dale Kincheloe, 57, of Carmi, IL, formerly Mt. Vernon, IN, passed away peacefully January 7, 2022 surrounded by his dog Scarlett and a lifelong friend.

Kevin was an avid fan of sprint car races, especially The World of Outlaws and Steve Kinser. Kevin had a love for the outdoors. He enjoyed camping, riding motorcycles, tractor pulls,...

Jan 3, 2022

Fred Frank Greco, 72, of Elkville, Illinois passed away on Monday, January 3, 2022 surrounded by his loving family at his home. Frank was born on August 8, 1949 in St Louis, Missouri to John and Frances Greco who preceded him in death.

Frank work many years as a Steel Worker. He enjoyed attending Cardinals baseball games,...

Dec 30, 2021

Robert Eugene Mosbach, 83, of Coello, Illinois passed away at 11:27a.m., on Thursday December 30th, 2021.  Robert, or "Slim" as most called him was born on November 4th, 1938 in Eureka, Illinois. He passed away in the comfort of his home, as requested with the love and support of all of his loved ones.

Robert was a...

Dec 18, 2021

Thomas Russell Prior, age 58, of Cave In Rock, Illinois, passed peacefully surrounded by his loved one’s on Saturday, December 18, 2021.

He was born in Valparaiso, Indiana on December 3,1963 to Thomas and Vivian Prior, who both preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his stepfather Dennis Tucker and brother Jason Tucker....

Dec 11, 2021

Willie Carl Payne, 64, of Carbondale, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, December 11, 2021, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on December 24, 1956, in Joiner, Arkansas, to Mr. Willie and Edith Payne, who preceded him in death.

He was also preceded in death by his son, Carlando Carr; a loving friend Annie Carr; sisters,...

Nov 29, 2021

Veronica Rice of Sioux Falls, SD passed away on November 29, 2021 at her home. She was born on September 20, 1965, in East St Louis, IL to Charles and Mary Lee Rice, who preceded her in death.

She is also preceded in death by her 2 brothers Victor Rice and Charles Rice Jr., her grandparents, uncles,...

Oct 3, 2021

Terry L. Payne, 64, of Murphysboro, IL passed away Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021 at his home.

He was born Nov. 20, 1956 to Dixie and Kenneth Payne in Chicago, IL.

He retired from the US Navy after 20 years of service in 1995. He volunteered at the VFW and the American Legion which eventually led...

Sep 4, 2021

William B. Hornick, affectionately known as "Bill" 77, gained his Heavenly Wings on September 4, 2021, surrounded by his children at his home, as he wished.

He was born July 19, 1944 to John and Marie Hornick in Trenton, New Jersey. In 1985 he met and married Olivia Malroy.

Bill work many years across several...

Jul 16, 2021

Marjorie Ann Martin, 64, went to be with the Lord July 16, 2021, 8:42 am at her home in Cutler, IL with her husband Herbert by her side.

Marjorie was the youngest of three children born May 26, 1957 to Major Thomas Connolly and Mary Ann Connolly (nee) Tibbets. Her parents and two brothers, Thomas Connolly and...

Jul 12, 2021

Jimmy Ray Nelson, Jr., was born in on June 30 in 1982 in Kennett, Missouri, to Dollie and Jimmy (Payne) Nelson.

He enjoyed fishing, landscaping, painting, singing, dancing, and spending time with his family and friends. Jimmy was loved by many people.

He leaves to cherish his memory: his wife, Marissa Lilly; his children, Khalil...

Jul 9, 2021

Raymond Melhuish was born on October 25, 1940 in Melbourne, Australia, to Robert and Edna Melhuish. He died peacefully, at his home on July 9, 2021, with his loving wife by his side.

At the age of 15 the wondering bug hit Young Ray and he begin to explore and work all over the continent. He drove...

Jun 4, 2021

Theresa Marie Andrews (Sissy Cupp) was born on November 21, 1961 in Washington, D.C., to Carlos Pruna and Mary Heinze. She made her Grand Entrance through the Gates of Heaven at 2:24 AM on June 4, 2021 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale, IL.

Theresa accepted Christ into her life at an early age. She received her education...

May 27, 2021

Miguel Garcia, 66, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2021 peacefully, at his home.

Miguel was born August 26, 1954 in Chicago, IL to Cornelio and Margarita Garcia

His is survived by his twin brother, Angel Garcia; and his sister, Lumi Garcia; song with a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. He will be...

May 12, 2021

Gary Behm was born on June 26, 1954 in Kewanee, IL, to Lawrence and Bernedean Behm.

Gary accepted Christ at an early age. He received his education in the Kewanee Public School System. Gary was the husband of Mrs. Tammy Behm, sharing 25 years of marriage.

He enjoyed spending time and raising his grandson Bryson...