Sep 9, 2016

Morris C. Ellis, age 93 of Omaha, died peacefully at his home on September 9, 2016.  Morris was born in Baird, MS on September 10, 1922 to the late Wilkes and Annie (McCafferty) Ellis. He was a machinist by trade working many years in the Lumber Mills before retiring.  Morris served his country honorably during World War II as Sgt....

Aug 30, 2016

Dennis Leo Rider, age 72, lifelong resident of New Haven, passed this life, Tuesday, August 30, 2016.  Denny as most knew him was born in Shawneetown, IL on October 3, 1943 to the late Fred and Edith (Bosaw) Rider.

Denny served his country proudly in the US Navy from 1962 to 1966.  On September 7, 1968 he married the love...

Aug 27, 2016

 

Ronald E. McGill, age 71 of Edwardsville, IL and of Junction, IL passed this life on Saturday, August 27, 2016 in the Harrisburg Medical Center.  Ron as most knew him was born in Pekin, IL on September 24, 1944 to the late Paul & Kathyrn (Justice) McGill.  On September 23, 1978 he married the former Vicki Roe who survives.

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Aug 9, 2016

Alice N. Snyder, age 47, of Ridgway died peacefully at her home in Ridgway on August 9, 2016.   Alice was born in Granite City, IL on September 19, 1968 to the late Benjamin & Donna (Hankins) Snyder. 

Alice had worked over the years as a CNA, a Caregiver, and at the local convenience store.  She loved to laugh and had...

Aug 6, 2016

Philip A. “Andy” Downen, age 76 lifelong farmer in Asbury Township, Omaha, IL passed this life, Saturday, August 06, 2016 after an extended illness in Deaconess Hospital, Evansville, IN.  Andy as most knew him was born on the family farm North East of Ridgway, September 15, 1939 to the late Emmitt and Delilah (Wilson) Downen.  He attended grade school at...

Aug 3, 2016

Lydia D. Mays, age 54 of Old Shawneetown, died peacefully August 3, 2016, in the Integrity Health Center in Ridgway with her daughter at her side.

Lydia was born near E. St. Louis, IL on November 25, 1961 to the late Cecil and Mary (Whelcher) Johnston.  She loved to be outside, camping and especially fishing at the river.

She is...

Jul 19, 2016

Doris Catherine Febuary, age 91, longtime resident of Shawneetown, passed from this life, Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at the Harrisburg Medical Center.  Doris was born in Camden, TN on May 12, 1925 to the late Homer and Annie (Odom) McDaniel.  On February 14, 1942, she married Richard Febuary, Sr. who preceded her in death.

Doris was well known in the area for her...

Jul 13, 2016

John C. McDermott of Carbondale, IL was born on Feb. 19, 1957 to John and Carol McDermott.  He passed away on July 13, 2016 from an asthma attack.

He is survived by a sister, Maggie (Matt) Fisher of Pleasant Prairie, WI and nephews, J.C. and Lucas Fisher and several cousins.

Graveside services for John McDermott...

Jul 11, 2016

Ray L. Woods, age 69 of Norris City, IL passed on this life on Monday, July 11, 2016 in Deaconess Hospital, Evansville, IN.  Ray was born in Eldorado on November 27, 1946 to the late Corbett and Opal (Sauls) Woods.  He was raised on the family farm between Ridgway and Eldorado and attended school in Ridgway.  He was married to...

Jul 11, 2016

Susan A. Coker, age 59 of Eldorado formerly of Ridgway, passed on this life peacefully at her home surrounded by her family.  Susan was born in Eldorado, IL on October 18, 1956 to the late Marion “Bud” and Betty (Pool) Drone.  On September 30, 1988 she married the love of her life, David Coker who survives.  Susan had worked for...

Jul 7, 2016

Kellie Richardson, age 43 of New Haven, IL passed on this life on Thursday, July 7, 2016 in Deaconess Hospital, Evansville, IN.  Kellie was born on Feb.27, 1973 in Carmi, IL to the Late Curtis Richardson and Patricia (Pettyjohn) Browning who survives. 

Kellie was a person full of life, her personality and smile could be contagious.  Even though she could...

Jul 2, 2016

Edward Francis “Ed” Atkins, age 84 of Ridgway, IL passed on this life, July 2, 2016.  Ed as most knew him was at his home surrounded by his family, he had fought a courageous battle with Cancer.

Ed was born on Febraury 28, 1932 in Waltonville, IL to the late Ralph & Lucille (Maddox) Atkins.  In 1949 he joined the...

Jun 18, 2016

Ralph V. Ingram, age 79, passed this life, Saturday, June 18, 2016 in the Ridgway Nursing and Rehab surrounded by his family.   Ralph was born on December 5, 1936 in Wasson, IL to the late Tom & Lillian (Johnson) Ingram. On August 17, 1954 he married Lou Eva (Estes) Ingram who survives.  Ralph  retired at an early age from Contel (Verizon) Telephone...

Jun 10, 2016

Elvis Dean Brockschmidt, age 80, of  the Lake of Egypt transitioned from this life on Friday, June 10, 2016.  He passed peacefully at his home surrounded by his family and holding the hands of his children.  Elvis was born in Omaha, IL on April 10, 1936 to the late George Wesley and Lillie Ruth (Jones) Brockschmidt.  On July 18, 1960...

Jun 6, 2016

Geneva Smith, nee Browning age 72 of Kankakee, IL died on June 6, 2016.  Geneva was born on 9/16/1943 in Hardin County, IL to the late Herbert Browning and Gladys (Hooven) Browning.

Geneva was married first to James Sparks who preceded her in death and then married Dan Smith who survives.  Geneva was a Homemaker.  She had attended church at...

Jun 4, 2016

Albert E. Benn, age 58 died unexpectandly on June 4, 2016 in Ferrell Hospital, Eldorado from an apparent heart attack.  Albert was born in Peoria, IL on Feb. 2, 1958 to the late Albert Benn and Dell Stewart Benn.  He had worked at Pizza Hut and Tumbleweed restaurants in Henderson but became disabled.  He loved to fish and be around...

Jun 3, 2016

On the evening of June 3, 2016, Shelby L. Lamb, age 75, passed away peacefully holding the hand of her husband, Galen Lamb and surrounded by family at her home near Leamington.  Shelby was born in Shawneetown, IL on January 22, 1941 to the late Allen and Virginia (Thorne) Leonberger.

Shelby raised her family and spent most of her life...

May 31, 2016

As we all gather today to honor all the Veterans that have lost their lives serving our country let us never forget what that means. The freedom we have is all due them. Remember all Veterans in your prayers and thoughts.

We especially remember the Veterans we have served this past year.

Mildred Dortch US ARMY

Carl Foster Navy

Billy...

May 24, 2016

Larry Joseph Reber, age 77, of New Haven, IL died on May 24, 2016 after an extended illness in Deaconess Gateway Hospital, Newburgh, IN. Joe as most knew him was born in Kellog, Idaho on December 25, 1938 to the late George and Hazel (Landers) Reber. He served his country for over 15 years in the United States Army where...

May 17, 2016

Robert E. Bean, age 89 longtime resident of Muddy died on May 17, 2016 in the Shawnee Rose Nursing Home in Harrisburg. Robert or ""Horsefly"" as some knew him was born in Muddy on October 21, 1926 to the late William and Opal (Walden) Bean. He served his country in U.S. Army as a Military Police during World War II....