David “Mossy” Gordon Moss – West Frankfort, IL

August 5, 2018 By Leave a Comment

David “Mossy” Gordon Moss, 59, of West Frankfort, passed away at 5:08 p.m., on Friday, August 3, 2018, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on April 7, 1959, to George and Darlene (Ponder) Moss in Kankakee, IL. On September 25, 1981, he married the former Debra Kay Montgomery at Valier Baptist Church, Valier, IL. David started his career working at Barton and Colins Furniture in Benton for over 15 years as a delivery and repairman. He then worked for T & T Carbide in Logan for 10 years as a welder. David most recently had been working at Aisin Manufacturing, where he had been employed for 13 years in the shipping and receiving department. David fought a courageous two year battle of cancer, and had a very strong support team.

“Mossy” was an avid sports fan, supporting Benton Rangers Football, Southern Illinois University Salukis Basketball and NASCAR. He was a loving son, husband, father and grandfather. His grandchildren will always cherish the afternoons they spent with him eating ice cream over the summer. David’s since of humor and personality would light up a room.

David is survived by his loving spouse of 36 years, Debra Kay Moss, two children, Stefanie Nicole Moss and companion Darrell Paulson and Dustin Cole Moss and wife Destaney; four brothers, Lonie Moss and wife Tracy, Stephen Moss and wife Kathie, Rich Moss and Darrin Moss and wife Dawn; his five grandchildren, Hunter Moss, Isabella Moss, Jayden Moss, Gianna Moss and Kay Moss; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 S. Main St., Benton, IL.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, August 7, 2018, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Pate Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 8, 2018, 10:30 a.m., at the Pate Funeral Home, with Pastor Roger Webb, officiating.

Graveside services will be private for family at Masonic & Odd Fellows Cemetery, Benton, IL.

Memorials contributions may be made to Pate Funeral Home in care of funeral expenses and will be accepted at the funeral home.

Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.

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Robert (Bob) Maurice Drennan – Ina, IL

August 4, 2018 By Leave a Comment

Robert (Bob) Maurice Drennan passed away on Wednesday, August 1, 2018.  Born on April 21, 1935, to Byford and Juandola (Dot) Drennan, Robert has two sisters Carole Lewis and Gloria Richardson, and one brother Wayne Drennan, all who survive.

Robert married his high school love, Frances Evelyn Kirk, on May 29, 1955, who survives.  They have two children, Mark who married Susan Bond, and Anne who married Edward Hale, and one granddaughter Hallie Drennan, who married Randy Pollard.

Robert was a lifetime member and deacon at New Hope Freewill Baptist Church.

He farmed most of his life and also worked at General Radiator, the Mt. Vernon Police Department, and the Mt. Vernon Water Department.  Through the years Robert was active in many Jefferson County programs.  He also served on the Tri-County Electric board for 12 years.  Robert was active in the Masonic Lodge, holding many positions over the years and obtaining the Certified Lodge Instructor.

Robert enjoyed traveling, fishing, hunting, and bird watching.  He and Evelyn toured all of the North American states, with the exception of Hawaii, electing instead to return to Alaska by automobile.  They also loved the Canadian Maritime Provinces.

The family asks that in lieu of flowers donations be made to the upcoming August 26th benefit for the family of Robert and McClain Lea.  Donations can be made at the church.

A Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 P.M. Sunday, August 5th at the New Hope Free Will Baptist Church with Bro. Craig Smith & Bro. Dale Burzynski officiating.

For more information or to sign the online guest register please visit www.johnstonfuneralhome.com

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Ernest Wayne Upchurch – Downers Grove, IL (formerly of Franklin County)

August 2, 2018 By Leave a Comment

Ernest Wayne Upchurch, 80, passed away on January 22, 2018 at his daughter’s home in Downers Grove, Illinois, where he had been living the last three years.

Ernest was born May 13, 1937 in Franklin County, Illinois, the son of Charles Omer & Ila (Spencer) Upchurch. He is survived by his only child, daughter Donna Kaye (Todd) Chapin; grandchildren, Ethan Chapin and Kyle Chapin; and sister, Ruth Ila Morgan.

Family and friends are invited to attend the graveside service at Shiloh Cemetery, Whittington, Illinois on Saturday, August 4, 2018 at 3 p.m. Services provided by Morton & Johnston Funeral Home.

For more information or to sign the online guest register please visit www.mortonjohnstonfuneralhome.com

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Chris Meinert-Christopher, IL

August 2, 2018 By Leave a Comment

Chris Meinert, 69, of Christopher, passed away on Tuesday July 31, 2018.

He was born on June 6, 1949 in DuQuoin, IL to Warren and Marie (Marlo) Meinert.  He married Paula (Palmer) Meinert on February 8, 1992 and she survives of Christopher.

Survivors include his wife Paula, one son Michael (Vanessa) Meinert of Valier; one daughter-in-law Autumn Meinert of Trophy Club, TX; four grandchildren Oliver Patrick, Ella Rose, Henry Coy, and Veda Marie; one brother David (Gay) Meinert of Decatur, AL.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one son Matthew Meinert.

Chris graduated from the University of Illinois with a bachelor’s degree and had worked in research at Argon National Laboratories in Joliet, IL. After moving back to Christopher he worked in sales at Taylor Motor Company in Benton and won numerous sales awards. He had a love for music and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

He was a member of the St Andrews Catholic Church in Christopher.

Funeral Mass for Chris will be on Saturday August 4, 2018 at 10 a.m. at the St Andrews Catholic Church in Christopher with Father Urban Osuji officiating.  Burial will be at St Andrews Catholic Cemetery in Christopher. Visitation will be on Friday August 3, 2018 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher.

In lieu of flowers donations can be given to the St. Francis Humane Society or to the Perry County Humane Society and will be accepted at the funeral home.

For more information go to our website www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com

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Linda Bradford-West Frankfort, IL (formerly of Christopher)

July 30, 2018 By Leave a Comment

 

Linda Bradford, 66, of West Frankfort, formerly of Christopher, passed away on Sunday July 29, 2018.

She was born on November 2, 1951 in Christopher to Arzie Willard Brown and Cora Mae (Alexander) Wilson.  She married Richard Bradford Sr. on July 3, 1968 and he survives of West Frankfort. Survivors include her husband, two sons, Rich (Cindy) Bradford of Christopher and Bobby (Connie Hammons) Bradford of Calvert City, KY; grandchildren Ashley Bradford, Richie Bradford, Cheyenne Bradford and Haylee Bradford. Linda was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Gloria Bates, Mary Ann Brown and one brother Willard Brown.

She was a member of the Church of God in Benton and had attended the Lighthouse Pentecostal Church in Ledbetter, KY for the past ten years.

Funeral services for Linda will be on Wednesday August 1, 2018 at 1 p.m. at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher with Brother Paul Reynolds officiating.  Visitation will be on Wednesday from 11 a.m. until the time of the service at 1 p.m.  Burial will be at the Harrison Cemetery in Buckner.  For more information go to our website www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com

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Maria “Bella” Sevilla Li — Marion, IL

July 30, 2018 By Leave a Comment
Maria “Bella” Sevilla Li, age 74, of Marion, IL passed away peacefully with her family by her side at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, July 27, 2018 in Herrin Hospital of Herrin, IL.
She was born on Tuesday, April 4, 1944 in Cebu City, Philippines the daughter of Gaudioso and Matilde (Guanson) Remedio.
She grew up in a loving family with one brother and two sisters.
After graduating from Abiliana High School, she attended San Carlos University and San Jose Recoletes University both in Cebu and earned a Bachelor’s of Science in both Education and in Home Economics. It was in her first year in college she met Augustine Li, a faculty member of both schools.  Their relationship grew and four years later they were married on December 4, 1965 in Cebu City and together they shared over fifty-two happy years of marriage.
She taught English in Cebu City until 1974 when the family came to the US to perform missionary work at the Sioux Indian Mission in St. Francis, South Dakota.  Bella taught English and the Natural Sciences while Gus worked as a Health Services Coordinator between the Sioux Tribe and the government Health Agencies where they immensely enjoyed the people and the wild outdoors.  In 1997, the family moved to Minot, North Dakota where Dr. Li completed his post-graduate training in family practice.  After completing his education they moved to Mandan, North Dakota where Dr. Li opened his health clinic.  In 1984, the US Air Force made an offer: “Join the force and see the world for free.”
The family started moving again from Okinawa, Japan, the Philippines, Germany, South Korea and Guantanamo.  During these years Sevilla taught Dress Making, Macramé, Ceramics and Quilting.  While in Germany, she also took the job as director of a Child Development Center in Wiesbaden. Their last move was to Marion in 2004.
Bella and Gus take great pleasure in gardening and are both certified Master Gardeners by the University of Illinois Extension Program.
We welcome her to God’s garden and wish her happiness in the Lord’s Paradise.
She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Marion and was a member of the Marion Garden Club.  She was a great cook and was an avid fisherman. While in South Dakota she caught an 8 pound 3 ounce trophy Bass and a 14 pound Northern Pike.
She will be missed by all who knew and loved her and they will cherish their many happy memories.
She is survived by her husband, Dr. Augustine F. “Gus” Li of Marion; two daughters, Theresa Shively and husband, Mark and Mary Jean Li all of Marion; two grandsons, Jeffrey Shively and his wife, Andrea and Erik Shively all of Marion; other extended family, and many friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Democrito Remedio.
Arrangements for Maria “Bella” Sevilla Li have been entrusted to Wilson-McReynolds Funeral Home, 900 North Court Street, Marion, IL.
The visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 1, 2018, at the funeral home.
The funeral mass will be at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 2, 2018 at St. Joseph Catholic Church located at 600 North Russell Road, Marion, IL with Rev. Father Richard Mohr presiding.
For those who prefer, memorial contributions may be made to “Hospice of Southern Illinois”, and mailed in care of Wilson-McReynolds Funeral Home, 900 N. Court St., Marion, IL 62959. Memorial envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
For additional information, complete family information or to leave an online condolence of memory please visit our website at www.wilsonmcreynolds.com or call the funeral home at 618-993-2131.
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Joan R. Wehmeyer – Thompsonville, IL

July 26, 2018 By Leave a Comment

Joan R. Wehmeyer, 71, of Thompsonville, passed away 10:05 a.m., on Wednesday, July 25, 2018, at Herrin Hospital, surrounded by her family.

 She was born on December 21, 1946 to Eugene and Ann (Munis) Ryan in Chicago, IL. Joan retired as a Registered Nurse for Dr. P. Sahni.

Joan was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church.  She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.  Joan enjoyed traveling with her husband around the world, road trips with the Corvette Club, going to NHRA races, and reading.  She especially enjoyed participating in humanitarian trips to Thailand, distributing school supplies to children.

Joan is survived by her loving husband, Frank; two daughters, Michelle Manalang and husband Stuart Kahler of Marshfield, WI, and Karen Stark and husband Warren of Woodlawn, IL; four sons, Patrick Manalang of Marion, IL, Kevin Manalang and wife Erica of Woburn, MA, Frank Wehmeyer of Paducah, KY, and Aaron Wehmeyer of Odell, IL; twelve Grandchildren, Hayden Richardson, Landon Richardson,  Remington Kahler, Wednesday Manalang, Case Manalang, Cody Martin, Wyatt Martin, Dylan Wehmeyer, Sam Wehmeyer, Austin Stark, Taylor Stark, and Morrisa Stark.

She was preceded in death by father, Eugene Ryan, mother, Ann (Munis) Ryan, and sister, Mary Golem.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Memorials contributions may be made to St. John’s Catholic School in West Frankfort, IL, and donations will be accepted at the funeral home.

Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.

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Scott Crosson – Peoria, IL (formerly of Marion, IL)

July 26, 2018 By Leave a Comment
Scott Crosson, age 61, of Peoria, IL, formerly of Marion, passed away peacefully with his family by his side at 5:38 a.m. on Sunday, July 22, 2018, in Unity Methodist Hospital of Peoria.
He was born on Friday, September 14, 1956, in Los Angeles, CA, the son of Frank and Loretta (Morgan) Crosson.
Scott’s childhood years were spent in California before his family moved back to Marion in 1965.
He attended school in Marion and was a graduate of Marion High School Class of 1974. He continued on with his education by attending at John A. Logan College of Carterville, IL and later at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, IL.
With a degree in Business Finance, Scott was employed with several financial service companies during his career with his last being All State Insurance of Peoria.
He is survived by his parents, Frank and Loretta Crosson of Marion; wife, Vickie Crosson of Peoria; daughter, Amy Westcott and her husband Ryan of Vechy, MO; three sons, Michael, Andrew and Jonathan Crosson all of Peoria; grandson, Colt Westcott of Vechy, MO; two sisters, Jane Crosson and her husband Bruce Stroebe of Prior Lake, MN and Diana Kozar and her husband Joe of Union, KY; brother, Dan Crosson and his wife Teddi of Waipahu, HI; two nephews, Benjamin Kozar of Union, KY and Daniel Joseph Kozar and his wife Hanna of Cleveland, TN; two great nephews, James and Pepa Kozar both of Cleveland, TN, other extended family and many friends.
Local arrangements have been entrusted to Wilson-McReynolds Funeral Home, 900 North Court Street, Marion, IL.
The visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 28, 2018, at the funeral home.
For those who prefer, memorial contributions may be made to “American Cancer Society.” Memorial contribution envelopes will be available at the funeral home or may be mailed in care of Wilson-McReynolds Funeral Home, 900 North Court Street, Marion, IL 62959.
To leave an online condolence of memory please visit our website at www.wilsonmcreynolds.com or for more information call the funeral home at 618-993-2131.
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Eva M. (Gray) Fred – Benton, IL

July 26, 2018 By Leave a Comment

Eva M. (Gray) Fred, 78, of Benton, IL passed away in peace Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at the Herrin Hospital with both of her daughters by her side holding both of her hands.

Eva was born on December 19, 1939 in Whittington, IL the daughter of Hamilton (Hammy) & Gertrude (Flach) Gray.

She worked as an LPN for over 50 years working at Franklin Hospital, several area nursing homes and 20 years at Big Muddy Correctional Center. She was a lifelong Cardinals Fan.

Eva is survived by her daughters, Linda Sanders, of Benton and Anna (Victor) Shockley, of Benton; grandchildren Stara (Nick) Rankin, of Wisconsin, Stephanie (James) Wilson, of Akin, Casey Sanders, of Johnston City, Ryan Sanders, of South Dakota, Daniel (Christy) Shockley, of Christopher, Jerett Shockley, of Benton, Nick Shockley, of Benton and Hunter Shockley, of Benton; great-grandchildren Madelyn, Clayton, Lukas, Jesa, Evan, Kade, Alex, Rylan and Giah and her fur baby, Peanut.

Mrs. Fred was preceded in death by her parents and by one daughter, Kim Renee Crider

Funeral services will be held at 5 p.m. on Thursday, July 26, 2018 at the Morton & Johnston Funeral Home in Benton with Rev. Ron Cremeens officiating. Burial will be in the Shiloh Cemetery in Whittington. Visitation will be from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family to assist with funeral expenses.

For more information or to sign the online guest register please visit www.mortonjohnstonfuneralhome.com

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William Anthony “Tony” Armstrong – Marion, IL

July 25, 2018 By Leave a Comment
William Anthony “Tony” Armstrong, age 76, of Marion, IL, passed away at 4:10 p.m. in Munich, Germany (9:10 a.m. central U.S. time) on Friday, July 13, 2018, where he and his wife, Sharon, were traveling in Europe.
Tony was born in Carbondale, Illinois on Friday, December 5, 1941, the son of William Stucker “Bill” and Elizabeth “Babe” (Feurer) Armstrong. In Marion, he was a member of the First Christian Church and attended school where he graduated from Marion High School in 1959. He continued his education at University of Illinois in Champaign, IL where he attained his JD degree in Law.
On completion of his education he returned to Marion. Tony and Attorney, J. C. Mitchell, formed the partnership of Mitchell and Armstrong Attorneys at Law and was a partner for many years. Later he established the law office of Armstrong and Green before his retirement in 2002.  He was well liked by his many friends and clients for his fairness and ability to solve problems and life situations.
His first marriage was to Mary (Willis) Armstrong, and the mother of his three daughters, Lisa, Christy and Gay. Later he was united in marriage to Sharon Ann (Fowler) Boyd on January 5, 1994 in Murphysboro, IL and together they shared over twenty-four years of marriage.
It was well known that Tony was a dedicated lawyer; in addition he found time for reading, crossword puzzles, gardening and his blended family. During retirement Tony and Sharon traveled for many years throughout the world. Their last tour included the Black Forest area of Germany, the home of his maternal grandparents.
He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his wife, Sharon F. Armstrong of Carbondale; step-father Bracy Smith and wife of Marion, three daughters, Lisa Armstrong of Spring, TX, Christine Dice and husband, John of Atlanta, TX, and Gay Armstrong of Cedar Park, TX. five grandchildren, Rev. Travis Dice and wife, Shelby, Cody Dice, Madilyn, Braeden,  and Audra Jones; three stepdaughters, Beth Boyd of Grand Ledge, MI, Bridget Greene of Kernersville, NC, and Abby Woodward and husband, Steve, of Highpoint, NC; seven step-grandchildren, Zac and Kate Boyd, Jen Hershberger and husband, Troy, Jake Covington, Casey Greene, Josh , and Megan Woodward and step-great grandson Nolan Hersberger. In addition he will be missed by many extended family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Arrangements for William Anthony “Tony” Armstrong have been entrusted to Wilson-McReynolds Funeral Home, 900 N. Court Street of Marion.
The time of visitation will be from 4:00.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 26, 2018, at the funeral home.
The funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. Friday, July 27 with Rev. Travis Dice presiding.
Interment will follow in Old Rose Hill Cemetery of Marion.
For those who prefer, memorial contributions may be made to “Marion Rotary Club Scholarship Foundation, Inc.” and mailed in care of Wilson-McReynolds Funeral Home, 900 N. Court Street, Marion, IL 62959. Memorial envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
For additional information, complete family information or to leave an online condolence of memory please visit our website at www.wilsonmcreynolds.com or call the funeral home at 618-993-2131.
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