Aug 10, 2017

Aug 8, 2017

Leonarda “Lenny” Richardson, age 65 of Harrisburg, but formerly of Shawneetown, passed on this life, Tuesday, August 8, 2017.  Lenny as most knew her was born in Chicago, IL on October 2, 1951.

Lenny moved to the SRA, Warren house in Shawneetown  in June of 1996.  While living there, Lenny became well known in the community.  She moved to the...

Aug 4, 2017

Edward Crawford II, age 79 of Ridgway passed on this life, August 4, 2017 in the Integrity Health Care Center in Ridgway.  Ed was born in Brownsville, Pennsylvania on Sept. 2, 1937 to the late Edward and Julia (Kovacs) Crawford.

He served his country in the United States Marines from 1954 to 1957.   

He worked as a facilities manager,...

Aug 3, 2017

John J. Scherrer, age 100, longtime Ridgway resident passed away August 3, 2017 in the Eldorado Nursing and Rehab Center.  John was born in Shawneetown on April 25, 1917 to the late George B. and Susan (Leavell) Scherrer.  He graduated from the University of Illinois and was the Ag teacher in Shawneetown until 1941 when he enlisted into the Air force during...

Jul 27, 2017

Priscilla Lane (Upton) Marquez died July 27, 2017 in Norman, Oklahoma at the age of 65 years 4 months 18 days. Funeral Service are scheduled for 11:00 AM, Monday, July 31, 2017 at Wadley’s Funeral Chapel. Interment will follow at Lexington Cemetery entrusted to the care of Wadley’s Funeral Service.

Priscilla was born March 9, 1952 in New Haven, Illinois...

Jul 24, 2017

Hilda S. Jones, 91, of Harrisburg, passed away at 2:15 A.M. on Monday July 24, 2017 at Quality Health Care of Winter Garden FL.

Hilda was born on March 19, 1926 in Harrisburg, Il, the daughter of Joseph and Juliana Matulikos Stankunas. She was married to Don Edward Jones of Ridgway, IL who preceded in her death.

Hilda graduated from Harrisburg HS....

Jul 23, 2017

Mildred Katherine “Kathy” Clifford, age 63, of New Haven passed on this life peacefully on July 23, 2017, in the Charlier Hospice Center in Evansville, IN.  She was surrounded by her family.  Kathy as most knew her was born in Evansville, IN on January 2, 1954 to the late Harry and Mildred (Spangler) Phillips.  In 1970 she married the love...

Jul 18, 2017

Rita C. Brown, age 56 of Stonefort but formerly of Ridgway, passed on peacefully in the Paducah Baptist Health Hospital, Tuesday, July 18, 2017 surrounded by her family.  Rita was born on April 18, 1961 to the late Vincent & Louise (Abell) Rider.

Rita has worked most of her life for Banterra Bank, in August it would have been 32...

Jul 17, 2017

On June 26, 2017, our beloved Joan Venters, known affectionately as “Ma” passed into eternity, nearly 2 years after her husband Leroy “Pa” Venters.  Their lives left a rich and profound legacy in the hearts of their children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. On Friday, July 21st we will be holding a Celebration of their Life at Cox & Son Funeral...

Jul 14, 2017

Ruth (McDermott)  McDowell of Gulf Shores, AL and formerly of Shawneetown, IL  was born September 22, 1933 to the late John and Essie (Mitchell) McDermott of Shawneetown, IL.  She passed away July 14, 2017 of natural causes.

Selby and Ruth are survived by their daughters, Deb (Greg) Gravett of Gulf Shores, AL and Carol (Don) Roberts of...

Jun 28, 2017

Jean D. Biggerstaff, age 95 of Shawneetown, IL passed on this life peacefully on June 28, 2017 in the Eldorado Nursing and Rehab Center in Eldorado.  Jean was born in Chicago on October 25, 1921 to the late William and Catherine Marie Walker.  She had worked in Electronics and loved being a homemaker.

Jean is survived by her daughter April...

Jun 28, 2017

Louretta G. Ozee, age 83 passed on this life, June 28, 2017 in the Carlinville Area Hospital in Carlinville, IL.  She was born in Mill Creek, IL on December 9, 1933 to the late Clarence DeSpain and Fern Grace (McDonald) Phelps.  She retired from the State of Illinois.  Louretta loved the outdoors especially camping at the lake.  She had a...

Jun 9, 2017

William Wayne “Bill” Mobley, age 87, lifelong resident of the New Haven area, died peacefully on June 9, at his home surrounded by his family.  Bill as most knew him was born near Concord on January 17, 1930 to the late John and Mabel (Hale) Mobley.  On December 30, 1950 he married the love of his life, Mary Lou (Risley)...

May 28, 2017

Anna L. Cox, age 73 of Harrisburg, IL passed on this life after an extended illness on May 28, 2017.  Anna was born in Shawneetown, IL on February 14, 1944 to the late Louis and Dorothy (Vickery) Price.  Anna was a hard worker her entire life, working many years at the Loretta Nursing Home in Shawneetown and then retiring from...

May 22, 2017

Joe David Mobley, age 89 of New Haven, IL passed on this life, May 22, 2017 at his home.  Joe was born near Herald, IL on July 26, 1927 to the late Leo & Rosie (Wilson) Mobley.  He served his country during World War II in the U.S. Army.  On October 22, 1945 he married the love of his life,...

May 17, 2017

Clarise Victoria Collins Fletcher, age 72 of Galatia, IL passed on this life May 17, 2017 at her home surrounded by her family.  Clarise was born in Holmes Mill, KY on October 8, 1944 to the late Rubin and Rosa (Logan) Clark.  She was married to Charles Collins who preceded her in death and later was preceded by Jack Fletcher.

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May 4, 2017

Katherine “Katie” Lampert age 63 longtime Shawneetown resident, passed on this life May 4, 2017 in the Harrisburg Medical Center.  Katie as most knew her was born in Eldorado, IL on December 7, 1953 to the late Robert and Ruby (Newman) Ditterline.  She loved to do crafts, gardening and flowers, watch the Cardinal Baseball Team.  She enjoyed being around her...

May 3, 2017

Richard Keith Riley, age 59 of Harrisburg, IL but longtime Shawneetown resident passed away at his home on May 3, 2017 after a long battle with cancer.  Keith as he was known to most, was born on January 2, 1958 and grew up in Shawneetown, IL in the loving home of Rev. James and Mary Riley.

 After graduating from Shawneetown...

May 1, 2017

Apr 29, 2017

Charles Estel Ramsey, 90, of Wilmore, KY, passed away Saturday, April 29, 2017 at home surrounded by his wife and children.  He was born March 2, 1927 at home on the farm during a snow storm in "the thicket" area of Gallatin County, Illinois.  He enlisted in the US Navy March 1st, 1944.  In 1950 he graduated from Medical School...