Obituaries
Richard Byrnes
Oct 26, 2023
Richard Byrnes, a beloved member of the Carterville School District community, has passed away at the age of 77. Born on November 9, 1945, in DuQuoin, Illinois, Richard led a remarkable life filled with love, dedication, and a passion for service.Richard dedicated many years of his life to the Carterville School District as a custodian. His commitment to keeping the...
Trenton J. Miller
Oct 18, 2023
Trenton John Miller, age 31, passed away on October 18, 2023 in Jackson County, leaving behind a deep void in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. Born in Marion, Illinois to his loving parents John and
Linda (Hill) Miller, Trenton's memory will be forever cherished by those fortunate enough to have been
touched by his...

Nora Jean Smith
Sep 27, 2023
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Nora Jean Smith, who departed from this world on September 27, 2023, within the walls of Herrin Hospital. Born in Pinckneyville, Illinois to Charles and Ida (Bird) Uhe, Nora was a cherished daughter and an exceptional individual who touched the lives of all those who had the privilege of...
Eloise Sellars
Sep 22, 2023
Eloise (Aronson) Sellars, 76, of Herrin, peacefully passed away on Friday, September 22, 2023. She was born in Herrin on March 4, 1947, to Knute and Helen (Steckenrider) Aronson, who preceded her in death. Eloise graduated from Herrin High School, Class of 1964, and later attended the Gradwohl School of Laboratory Technician in St. Louis, Missouri. Her dedication led her...
Lomelda Dwyer
Sep 1, 2023
Lomelda Dwyer, a beloved member of the community, passed away on September 1, 2023, in her hometown of Herrin. Born on February 17, 1925, in Herrin, Lomelda lived a rich and fulfilling life that touched the hearts of all those who had the privilege of knowing her.Lomelda's faith was an integral part of her life, and she was a devoted...

Daniel Ray Patton
Aug 25, 2023
Daniel Ray Patton, 77 , of Herrin passed away at his home on Aug 25th with his loving and caring partner at his side.
Mr. Patton was born on June 27, 1946 in Centralia , Il. His parents were Charles and
Lorena Patton.
Mr. Patton was raised on the family farm and after graduating from Centralia High
school he...
Janet K. Palmer
Aug 3, 2023
Janet Kathryn Palmer
Janet Kathryn Palmer, born Janet Kathryn Daulby on October 7, 1933 in DuQuoin, IL, peacefully passed away on August 3, 2023. She was a beloved wife, mother grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.
Growing up in DuQuoin with her parents Lester and Alice (Johns) Daulby, Janet developed a...
Ronald Dean Aissie
Jul 27, 2023
Ronald Dean AissieMay 23, 1937 - July 27, 2023Ronald Dean Aissie, a beloved member of the community, passed away on July 27, 2023, in Carbondale. He was born on May 23, 1937, in Carterville, Illinois. Ronald was known for his dedicated work in the financial departments throughout southern Illinois and for his pastoral service in several Assembly of God Churches...
Dennis Triplett
May 28, 2023
Dennis Triplett, a resident of Herrin, Il. and accomplished multi-talented individual, was called home on Sunday May 28th, 2023 at Helia Healthcare in Benton, Il. He was eighty-seven.Born on January 20th, 1936 to Homer and Minnie (Payne) of Herrin, Il., Dennis was blessed with an indomitable spirit that characterized him throughout his life. He held many positions throughout his life...
Lloyd Excel Parsons
May 19, 2023
Lloyd Excel Parsons Jr. passed away on Friday, May 19, 2023 at the age of 79 in his home surrounded by his children.
Lloyd was born on December 6, 1943 in Pensacola, Florida. Lloyd joined the United States Navy on June 28, 1962 and retired after 22 years as an Aviation Fighter Control Technician Senior Chief Petty Officer....
James Robert Green
Apr 18, 2023
James Robert "Bob" Green was born in Herrin on February 7, 1953 , he was the first son of James Bob and Joyce Ann (Jones) Green. He graduated from Herrin High School and received his Master's Degree from SIU. He worked for St. Louis Public Schools for over 20 years and retired in 2019 as the Vocational Curriculum Coordinator.
Bob...
Roxanna K. Musgrave
Mar 25, 2023
Roxanna K. Musgrave, 66, of Energy Illinois went to her Heavenly Father at 1230 pm Saturday 25 March 2023 at her home. Roxie was born 8 May 1956 in Elgin, IL to Raymond L. and Evelyn (Dawson) Musgrave of Fairfield, IL. Both parents preceded her in death. She is survived by her sister Vanessa R. Musgrave of San Antonio, TX.
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Rebecca Nicks
Mar 14, 2023
Rebecca Nicks passed away at 5:45 pm , Tuesday March 14, 2023 at her home in Johnston City. She was born in Kennett Mo. to John and Winna Fae (Garrison) Rush. She was married to Scott Nicks and he survives. She is also survived by 5 children, Cody , Carol (Dustin) Martin of Flora, Laura Collier of Herrin, Brittany Collier...
Billie Rae Earl
Mar 3, 2023
John 14:1-6“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take...
Golda LaDonne Childers
Feb 23, 2023
Golda LaDonne Childers passed away Thursday, February 23 surrounded by her family. She was 87 years old. LaDonna was born on July 23, 1936, in Benton, Il, to Herbert and Alice Pearl (Mandrell) Conner. They preceded LaDonne in death.
She married James A (Jim) Childers on June 13, 1955. He preceded her in death. They were married for 55 years.
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Russell Mathews
Feb 20, 2023
HERRIN -Russell "Russ" E. Mathews, 79, of Herrin passed away February 20, 2023, at Herrin Hospital.Russ was born on August 8, 1943, in Ottawa, IL, to Walter and Alma (Clement) Mathews. He graduated LaSalle-Peru Township High School in 1961. He served in the Army as a wheel and track mechanic in Germany and France.He was employed by Illinois Bell Telephone...
Erma Bateman
Feb 11, 2023
Herrin- Erma Darlene Bateman, 82, of Herrin, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends at 7:15 PM, Saturday, February 11, 2023 at West Side Care Center in West Frankfort.Erma was born on September 29, 1940 in Herrin to William “Willy” and Stella Bella (Glenn) Brandon. She married Robert Bateman, Sr. In Carterville on September 7, 1963. He preceded her...

Billy Hartwell Fox
Dec 25, 2022
Billy Fox passed away at the Veterns Hospital in Marion Illinois on December 25, 2022. He was born in Portageville Missouri on February 28, 1938
Charles Zinn
Nov 28, 2022
Charles William Zinn 73 of Herrin passed away on November 28, 2022 in St. Louis, Missouri. He was born in Centralia to Clarence Otis and Dorothy Alice (Tate) Zinn on March 18, 1949. He was a member of Carbondale Community High School Class of 1967. He had medically retired from the construction business. He enjoyed fishing, tinkering, sewing, quilting and...
Jonna R. Lingle
Oct 15, 2022
Jonna R. Lingle 70 of Herrin passed away on October 15, 2022 at the Stonebridge Rehab Center. She was born in Herrin to John and Helen (Howell) Lingle on August 23, 1952. She was retired from Maytag and enjoyed, cooking, gardening, hunting, fishing and camping. Jonna is survived by 1 daughter, Shaelee Lingle of Herrin, brother Jim and Jody Murphy...