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Pamela  Diane Bracken

Pamela Diane Bracken

Jun 13, 2020

Pamela Diane Bracken, age 66 of Anna, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, June 13, 2020 in the St. Louis University Hospital. She was born December 29, 1953 in Anna, the daughter of Lester S. and Mildred (Hurley) Lazenby. She married the love of her life, Will Bracken on July 10, 1982 in Anna. Pamela is survived by her...

Marilyn Joiner

Marilyn Joiner

Jun 13, 2020

Marilyn Joy Joiner (neé Hunsley) passed away peacefully Saturday, June 13, 2020 at the age of 90. Marilyn was born to parents Loys and Fern (Prater) Hunsley on August 1, 1929 in Edinburg. She graduated high school in 1947 and married Cardwell Joiner in 1960 in Anna. They were married for 52 years until Cardwell's death on November 4, 2012....

Barbara  B. Lair

Barbara B. Lair

Jun 12, 2020

We have lost the matriarch of our family, Barbara B. Lair, 92 of Jonesboro, died Friday, June 12, 2020 at her daughter's home in Dongola.She was born on April 9, 1928 in Cobden to Fred L. and Agnes E. (DuRall) Brown. She was married to Ray Lair.Barbara is survived by her daughter, Kelly (Larry) Gaddis of Dongola; her grandchildren, Lauri...

Gary  Wayne Davis,  Sr.

Gary Wayne Davis, Sr.

Jun 6, 2020

Gary W. Davis, Sr., 66 of Jonesboro, died Saturday, June 6, 2020 at St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau.He was born on April 22, 1954 in Cairo, Illinois to Warren and Edna May (Reed) Davis. He married Cora Burton.Gary is survived by his wife Cora; his children, Jessica Smith, Billy, Allan, Jerry and Ashley Davis; numerous grandchildren and great...

Paul H. "Doc" Dubois

Paul H. "Doc" Dubois

May 31, 2020

Paul H. "Doc" DuBois, 89 of Cobden, died Sunday, May 31, 2020 at the Illinois Veteran's Home in Anna.He was born on November 21, 1930 in Cobden to Howard and Florence (Ihle) DuBois.He is survived by nieces, nephews and many friends.He was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Lawrence and Hervey DuBois and an infant sister, Christine.Doc proudly served his...

Darlene Zubbrick

Darlene Zubbrick

May 29, 2020

Darlene Zubbrick, age 76 of Carbondale, died Friday, May 29, 2020 at Integrity Healthcare. She was born June 20, 1943 in Chicago, the daughter of Ester (Livermore) Grey. Darlene will be missed by many friends including, Monika, Dianna, Lucinda, Cassidy, Randy, Heidi, Steve, Shannon, Tommy, Robert, and Keela. There will be no services held.

Lawanda Lyerla

Lawanda Lyerla

May 28, 2020

LaWanda Lyerla, 85 of Alto Pass, passed away Thursday, May 28, 2020 at her home.She was born on March 2, 1935 in Anna, Illinois to Claude and Mary (Proctor) Hartline. She married Harold Lyerla on December 4, 1954 and have remained at each other's side for the last 65 years.She is survived by her husband Harold of Alto Pass; 4...

Jon  R. Sanders

Jon R. Sanders

May 26, 2020

Jon R. Sanders, 75 of Cobden, died Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at Union County Hospital.He was born on March 3, 1945 in Mt. Carmel, Illinois to William and Zelma Irene (Dillard) Sanders.He is survived by 1 brother, Larry Sanders.He was preceded in death by his parents.There will be no public service.Rendleman and Hileman Funeral Home in Anna is in charge...

James Price

James Price

May 23, 2020

James Price, age 77 of Goreville, died Saturday, May 23, 2020 at Integrity Healthcare. He was born August 29, 1942. He married Dongzhen Qi on April 13, 2009 in China. James is survived by his wife, Dongzhen Price. James proudly served his country in United States Army and Air Force. He worked many years as a truck driver. There will...

Juanita Willis

Juanita Willis

May 22, 2020

Juanita Willis, age 94 of Anna, formerly of Jonesboro, died Friday, May 22, 2020 at the Integrity Healthcare. She was born March 29, 1926 in Dongola, the daughter of Raymond Roscoe and Ina Belle (Littleton) Dillow. She married William Austin Willis on May 6, 1944 in Union County. He preceded her in death on August 12, 1999. Juanita is survived...

Theodore  Elmer Albert,  Jr.

Theodore Elmer Albert, Jr.

May 20, 2020

Theodore "Teddy" E. Albert Jr., age 68 of Anna, died Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at his home.He was born on December 4, 1951 in Pekin, Illinois to Theodore and Lenora (Holcomb) Albert. He married Gerry Terrell on January 25, 1974.He is survived by his wife, family and friends.Due to current health concerns, there will be no public service.Rendleman and Hileman...

Minnie Mize

Minnie Mize

May 19, 2020

Minnie Mize, 86 of Anna, died Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at her home.She was born on March 28, 1934 in Pulaski County, Illinois to Johnnie and Dorothy (Kell) Mize.She is survived by 1 sister, Nina Neathammer of Cairo, Illinois; 1 brother, Robert Mize of Buena Park, California and her many friends at New Way.Due to current health concerns, there will...

George Pope

George Pope

May 18, 2020

George Pope, age 74 of Dongola, died Monday, May 18, 2020 at his home. He was born November 24, 1945 in Chicago, the son of Nicholas and Hilda Pope. He married Donna Wright on April 11, 1976 in Palatine.George is survived by his wife, Donna Pope of Anna; son, Timothy Pope of Anna; daughter, Jennifer Pope of Brodhead, WI; grandchildren,...

Chris Rhymer

Chris Rhymer

May 15, 2020

Chris Rhymer, age 43 of Carbondale, died Friday, May 15, 2020 at his home. He was born August 5, 1976 in Lakenheath, England, the son of Jay and Jeannie (Haynes) Rhymer. Chris is survived by his loving life partner, Rachel Walker of Carbondale; mother, Jeannie Haynes of Anna; father, Jay (Debbie) Rhymer of Anna; brother, Brad (Patty) Rhymer of San...

Rolla E. "Gene" Baker

Rolla E. "Gene" Baker

May 13, 2020

Rolla E. "Gene" Baker, age 87 of Cobden, died Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at Integrity Healthcare. He was born July 19, 1932 on the family farm east of Jonesboro, the son of Rolla and Effie Baker. He married Vaneta Jo Brown. Gene is survived by his wife, Vaneta Jo Baker; children, Keith (Colleen) Baker of Edwardsville, Kent (Lori) Baker of...

Richard Isaacs  Sr.

Richard Isaacs Sr.

May 12, 2020

Richard Isaacs Sr. age 85 of Anna, died Tuesday, May 12, 2020 in the Integrity Healthcare. He was born September 16, 1934 in Centralia, the son of Elmer an Lucille (Roberts) Isaacs. He married Barbara Louise Eggleston on August 2, 1975 in Paducah, Ky. She preceded him in death on December 2, 2009. Richard is survived by his sons, Richard...

Nancy  Jane Norris

Nancy Jane Norris

May 11, 2020

Nancy Jane Norris, age 73 of Dongola, died Monday, May 11, 2020 at her home.She was born on March 11, 1947 in Aurora, Illinois to George and Pauline (Kerns) Baldridge. She married Marvin Ray Ervin on October 10, 1981. He preceded her in death on April 30, 2009. She married Donnie Norris on December 23, 2018.Nancy is survived by her...

Clifford  D. Cain

Clifford D. Cain

May 7, 2020

Clifford Dean Cain, 90, of Jonesboro, went home to be with his Lord and Savior at 10:30 pm, Thursday, May 7th 2020 at the Illinois Veterans Home in Anna. He was born July 4, 1929 in Chicago, to Pink & Gertrude (Hummel) Cain. He married Clara Peddycoart December 12, 1946. Cliff was an avid farmer all his life. He loved...

Grover  Leonard (Bud)  Nevels

Grover Leonard (Bud) Nevels

May 3, 2020

Grover Leonard (Bud) Nevels, age 86 of Jonesboro, left this world for a better place on May 3, 2020 at the Union County Hospital. He was born October 19, 1933 in Lutesville, MO, the son of Grover C. and Gladys (Kirkpatrick) Nevels. He married Rose (Miller) on December 12, 1955 in Granite City, IL. One of 8 children, Bud grew...

Violet  G. Brimm

Violet G. Brimm

Apr 29, 2020

Violet G. Brimm, age 102 of Phoenix, AZ, formerly of Anna, died Wednesday, April 29, 2020 at Desert Garden Assisted Living in Phoenix.She was born on May 26, 1917 in Alto Pass, Illinois to John Alexander and Laura (Foster) Fear. She married George Edward Brimm on March 27, 1937. He preceded her in death on April 16, 2002.Violet is survived...

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