Gary Francis Meyer
Jun 18, 2026
Gary Meyer, age 88 of Jonesboro, died Thursday, June 18, 2026. He was born February 3, 1938 in Anna, the son of Ted and Helen Meyer.
Gary is survived by his wife, Emily Boyd-Meyer of Jonesboro; children, John Meyer of Lewiston, Idaho and Anne DvoraK of Portland, Oregon; grandchildren, Jesse Meyer-Gray in the US Army, Elisabeth Frank...
Scott Michael Treece
Jun 17, 2026
Scott Michael Treece, age 55 of Wolf Lake, died on June 17, 2026 at his home. He was born July 4, 1970 in Hayti, Missouri, the son of Dewey Michael and Barbara Sue (Simpson) Treece. He married the love of his life Jodi Rosenthal on June 3, 1995 at Galilee Baptist Church in Wolf Lake, Illinois. This year they celebrated...
Mary "Murk" Cripps
Jun 10, 2026
Mary “Murk” Cripps, age 89, of Jonesboro, IL, went to be with the Lord on June 10, 2026. She was born May 20, 1937, in Jonesboro, the daughter of the late Ray “Squatter” Hileman and Blanche (Dillon) Hileman.
Murk was the beloved wife of the late John W. Cripps. Married on September 17, 1955, in Corinth, MS, they...
Eddie Dean Petty
Jun 9, 2026
Eddie Dean Petty, age 79 of Jonesboro, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2026 surrounded by his family. He was born December 2, 1946 in Carbondale, the son of Louis T. and Mary Imogene (Bittle) Petty. He married Della Holderfield on November 24, 1965 in Cobden.
Eddie is survived by his loving wife, Della Petty of Jonesboro; two daughters, Candace...
Sharon M. Riley
Jun 8, 2026
Sharon M. Riley, age 76 of Anna, passed peacefully Monday, June 8, 2026. She was born January 28, 1950 in St. Genevive, MO. the daughter of Clarence W. and Mary Jane (Linderer) Schwent. She married Jerry D. Riley Sr. on March 10, 1973. He preceded her in death November 29, 2019.
Sharon is survived by her daughter,...
Daniel W. Bevil
Jun 8, 2026
Daniel W. Bevil, age 73, of Marion IL, formerly of Jonesboro, IL, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on June 8, 2026. Daniel was born July 28, 1952, to Orbie and Georgia (Norton) Bevil in Chicago IL. Daniel married Valerie S. (Bunch) Eads on December 5, 1986.
Daniel greatly loved God and the beautiful...
Alice Elizabeth (Joiner) Kerns
Jun 8, 2026
Alice Elizabeth (Joiner) Kerns, 83, of Anna, Illinois, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2026, at Stillwater Senior Living in Edwardsville, following a courageous journey with Alzheimer’s. She leaves behind a lifetime of quiet strength, deep connections, and cherished memories that will continue to be shared for generations.
Born on March 25, 1943, in Anna, Alice was the daughter of Albert...
Judy Louise Dillow
Jun 7, 2026
Judy Louise (Sadler) Dillow went home to Jesus on June 7, 2026 at home surrounded by her loving family. Judy was born to Irvin and Velma Sadler on January 14, 1940. She grew up in a loving family and shared 16 brothers and sisters.
She was married to the love of her life, Halford Dillow, for more...
Darla Dee Morgan Gurley
Jun 6, 2026
Darla Dee Morgan was born to Vivian (Walker) Morgan and Bruce Morgan at Herrin Hospital on September 13 th , 1941, joining her older brother Alan (D: 10/27/2022). Later, her sister, Debby, joined the family. The first 20 years of her life, she lived in several different places in and around Williamson County, Illinois (south of Marion, north of Herrin,...
Matthew Stephen Roberts
Jun 5, 2026
Matthew Stephen Roberts, age 25 of Anna, passed away Friday, June 5, 2026. He was born June 14, 2000,the son of Christopher Charles and Stephanie Kay (Kreyling) Roberts.
Matthew is survived by his loving mother, Stephanie (Jackie) Kennedy of Anna; father, Christopher Roberts of Lake City, FL; siblings, Kaylynn Ann Roberts of Anna and Aaron Lee Roberts...
Michael David Smith
Jun 4, 2026
Michael David Smith, age 55 of Anna, died Thursday, June 4, 2026. He was born on July 11, 1970 in Joliet, the son of Robert and Nancy (Blackburn) Smith.
Mike is survived by his parents, Robert and Nancy Smith; siblings, Tammy (Jon) Vicenzi, Mark (Lottie) Smith and Valerie Harris; nephew and nieces, Nathan (Aliah) Vicenzi, Jaida Smith...
Sandra Jean Johnson
Jun 3, 2026
Sandra Jean Johnson, age 72 of Anna, passed peacefully Wednesday, June 3, 2026. She was born November 19, 1953 in Du Quoin, the daughter of Ray and Dollie (Barber) Williamson.
Sandra is survived by her three daughters, Erin Siebert and husband Michael Grant, Elizabeth Johnson, and Christy Johnson; five grandchildren, Chace (Flicity), Faith (Jack), Sam (Abby), Grace...
Elizabeth "Ann" Lingle
Jun 3, 2026
Elizabeth “Ann” Lingle, age 78 of Dongola, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, Indiana. She was born October 14, 1947 in Vienna, the daughter of Clifford and Helen (Richardson) Wright.
Ann worked for many years as a food service supervisor for Rave Residential she enjoyed reading, and yard sales.
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Debra Lynn Mills
Jun 1, 2026
Debra Lynn Mills, age 69 of Elco, passed away Monday, June 1, 2026 at her home. She was born on February 9, 1957 in Granite City, the daughter of Alfred and Dolores Tash.
Debra is survived by her children, Carmen “Nee” Origel, Misty “Zee” Langevin, Tasha “Roni” Daily, Jamie “Shea” Langevin, Sebastion “Buddy” Arkham; mother, Delores Bottom;...
L. Dean Short
May 29, 2026
*****Everyone attending is invited to begin the funeral procession from McDonalds in Anna to the Jonesboro Cemetery. Please arrive by 10:00 a.m. Monday to ensure you are in line*****
L. Dean Short, age 69 of Anna, passed away Friday, May 29, 2026 at Deaconess Regional Healthcare in Marion. He was born on March 17, 1957 in Pikeville, KY,...
Kimberly Pribble
May 26, 2026
Kimberly Pribble, age 64 of Anna, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026 in Cape Girardeau, MO with her loving family by her side. She was born August 15, 1961 in Union County, the daughter of Richard and Peggy (Hale) Perry.
Kim is survived by her spouse, Kevin Smith; sons, Shane Pribble and Dustin Smith; granddaughter, Jocelyn Pribble;...
Lois Joan (Mosby) Mowery
May 26, 2026
Lois Joan (Mosby) Mowery, age 93 of Jonesboro, went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 26, 2026 at the Voyage in Marion. She was born February 28, 1933 in Wolf Lake, the daughter of Fred and Lucille (Rogers) Munz. Joan married Harold Mowery on March 17, 2001. He preceded her in death on May 28,...
Judy Stegle
May 25, 2026
Judy Kay Stegle, age 73 of Jonesboro, passed away Monday, May 25, 2026. Judy was a loving mother, wife, maw maw, sister, aunt, grandmother and friend to so many. Her greatest joy was to have her house full of family. Judy was born April 22, 1953 in Anna, IL to Wilma and Alan Morris. Judy has one surviving...
John LeRoy "Cougar" Clendenin, Jr.
May 24, 2026
John LeRoy “Cougar” Clendenin, Jr., age 62 of Grand Tower, passed away peacefully at 2:15 pm Sunday, May 24, 2026 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale with his family by his side. He was born on October 23, 1963, in Anna, the son of John and Ada (Craft) Clendenin. He married Stacey Waller on May 11, 2011 in Union...
Eunice Lucille Chilman
May 24, 2026
Eunice Lucille Chilman, age 94 of Cobden, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 24th. She was a dedicated caregiver – with a strong and kind spirit – ready to give love and support to anyone in need. She will be deeply missed by family and friends.
Eunice was born in Galva, Illinois on December 19, 1931,...
