Abigail Mary Lukes

Abigail Mary Lukes, age 34 of Carbondale, formerly of Cobden, died Monday, July 11, 2022 at her home. She was born June 9, 1988 in Carbondale, the daughter of Brian and Sherri (Middleton) Lukes.

Abigail is survived by her parents, Brian and Sherri Lukes of Cobden; brother, Zachary (Emily) Lukes of Wheaton; niece, Maddie Lukes; several aunts and uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Abigail was a graduate of Cobden High School. She went on to received her Bachelor degree in International Studies and later to receive her Master's degree in 2018 in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages).

Abigail was a member of Vine Church in Carbondale. Through her church, she went on and was very involved in missions to Mexico. She was very active in her small group at church. She worked at Thomas School where she taught English as a second language. Abigail had a generous spirit, she loved people and spending time with others. She enjoyed being outdoors, hiking and taking nature photography.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 16, 2022 at The First Baptist Church in Cobden with Peter Waring, Ed Falgot and Matt Hartline officiating. Interment will be in the Cobden Cemetery. Friends may call from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, July 15, 2022 at the First Baptist Church in Cobden. Memorial contributions may be made to Thomas School in Carbondale. Envelopes will be available at the church and Rendleman and Hileman Funeral Home.