Bobby Donald Dyel, 88, of Du Quoin, went to his Lord and Savior at 3:48 P.M., Saturday, February 5, 2022 at the SIH Herrin Hospital.

Bob, as he was known by everyone, was born on January 17, 1934 at Mt. Vernon, IL, the son of Otto and Inez (Severen) Dyel.

He married the love of his life, Carolyn Gardner on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 1953 at Mt. Vernon, IL and she survives.

Bob worked in the grocery business his entire working career. Starting at Bracy’s in Mt. Vernon, while still a teenager, Bob worked in nearly every aspect of the grocery business. He worked as a salesman for Du Quoin Packing Company, a delivery man for Wonder Bread and as a meat cutter for Big Star in Mt. Vernon. In 1964, Bob’s life changed as he became a supervisor for the grocery store chain, Big John’s, headquartered in Carmi, IL. During his time with Big John’s, Bob was respected by employees and ownership both. Bob and Carolyn briefly owned and operated Dyel’s Red and White in Christopher, IL before selling and going to work for the Food Park grocery chain. The desire to own and operate his own store never left Bob and he returned to private ownership in 1984 by purchasing the Food Park in Du Quoin. Bob was joined in this venture by his wife Carolyn, son Mark and daughter Kristy. The family worked together for 18 years eventually owning stores in Benton and Vienna also. Working with his family on a daily basis was the highlight of Bob’s working career. In retirement, Bob stayed active serving as President of the Du Quoin Chamber of Commerce, President of the Optimist Club, and President of the Rotary Club. He served on the church council and personnel committee of the Du Quoin First United Methodist Church. His passion in his later years was working with the church’s Weekend Warrior Program, providing food for deserving school children on the weekend.

During Bob and Carolyn’s married life, they had the opportunity to travel extensively, visiting foreign countries Germany, Russia, Greece, Canada, Switzerland, China and Italy. Two of their special trips were to Finland and Spain, where they visited Mervi Bremmes and Itsey Haubek, two exchange students they hosted while those girls attended Du Quoin High School. Bob and Carolyn were avid SIU basketball fans, holding season tickets for over 30 years. Bob enjoyed fishing and gardening as well as working in his workshop. Never idle, Bob always had a project going.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years – Carolyn, son – Mark Dyel (Sheri), daughter – Kristy McMurray (Ronnie), grandchildren – Kasey Shurtz, Lesley Meadows, Shane Dyel, and Reid Dyel, great grandchildren – Paxton, Abram, and Sadie Shurtz, and Logan Meadows, and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding Bob in death were his parents and five siblings – Ann Marie, Carl, Max, Harry, and Mildred.
The family would like to thank the staff at Marshall Browning Hospital and Herrin Hospital for the love and care they showed during Bob’s illness and passing. They will never know how much they were appreciated for their kindness.

Memorial services will be at Noon, Friday, February 11, 2022 at the Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin with Rev. April Turner, Rev. Joe Wagner and Rev. Jim Endsley officiating.
Friends may call from 10 A.M. until the time of service on Friday at the Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin.

Please use social distancing guidelines. Everyone in attendance is required to wear a mask.
Friends may make memorials to the First United Methodist Church Weekend Warriors and will be accepted at the funeral home.

SERVICES

Rose Mary Millikan, age 56, of Benton, passed away at 5:22 p.m. Thursday, February 3, 2022, at the St. Louis University Hospital.
Rose Mary’s wishes are to be cremated.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a future date.
Cremation arrangements are through the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton.

Rose Mary Millikan was born on November 26, 1965, in West Frankfort, Illinois; the daughter of Walter Armes and Margaret Ann (Mutchek) Armes.

She was a self-employed scrapper, and when she could, she attended the Immanuel Baptist Church of Benton.
Rose Mary loved scrapping and helping people; but most of all, she loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.
Surviving are nine children: Nathan Alan Armes of West Frankfort, IL, Dustin Michael Millikan of Benton, Kevin Lee Millikan, Jr. and girlfriend Amelia Stegall of Bonne Terre, MO, Kane Lee Millikan and wife Brittany of Benton, IL, Brenton Cole Millikan and wife Sarah of Benton, IL, Shawna Ann Lane and husband Curtis of Benton, IL, Sadie Cheyenne Hite of Benton, IL, Heavenly Angel Hite of Benton, IL, Minnkota Presley Hite of Benton, IL; 21 grandchildren; her mother Margaret Ann Armes of Benton, IL; a brother Tony Ray Armes and wife Amanda of Washington, IN; her friend and companion Charles “Chuck” Wampler of Benton, IL; special close friend Veronica Younger and husband Danny of Benton, IL.

She was preceded in death by her father Walter Armes and a daughter Ashley Dawn Armes.
Memorial contributions in memory of Rose Mary, may be made to the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton, to assist the family with cremation expenses.

To leave online condolences to the family, or to share memories of Rose Mary, visit www.lpfuneralhome.com

James “Jim” Clark Broshears, 80, of Royalton, IL, passed away at 3:05 p.m., on Sunday, February 6, 2022, at Memorial Hospital in Carbondale, IL.

He was born on April 18, 1941, to James and Erma (Clark) Broshears in West Frankfort, IL. Jim Retired from Herrin Hospital after 43 years as a Respiratory Therapy Supervisor. On December 5, 1964, he married Edna “Marie” Thomas, and she survives.

Jim was a 32nd Degree Mason, a member of the Franklin County Shriners Club and a former Royalton Volunteer Fire Fighter. He also volunteered his time as a chaplain at Herrin Hospital and was also a lay pastor, serving many Methodist churches in the area.
He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Jim was a devoted caregiver for his wife, Marie. He was well known as very caring and giving throughout the Royalton community.

James is survived by his loving spouse of 57 years, Edna “Marie”; daughter, Angie (Daniel) Webb; three grandchildren, Jessica Webb, Courtney Webb and Emily Webb and three great-grandchildren, Jordan Webb, Jayce Webb and Landon Swain.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James Bert and Erma Ailene Broshears and a sister, Jean Cocklin.

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

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 200 S. Dean St., Royalton, IL.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, with Pastor Jim Heaney, officiating.

Burial will take place in the Miners Cemetery in Royalton at a later date.

Memorials may be made to the United Methodist Church in Royalton, and will be accepted at the church.

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

Mickey J. Owen, 66, of McLeansboro, passed away at 7:55 a.m., on Wednesday, February 2, 2022, at Stonebridge Nursing and Rehab in Benton, IL.

He was born on March 12, 1955, to John and Anna (Unthank) Owen in Eldorado, IL. Mickey worked as a Maintenance Supervisor for Country Mark Co-Op. On July 28, 1994, he married Carla J. Summers, and she survives.

He attended Ten Mile Baptist Church in McLeansboro, IL.

Mickey was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He dedicated his life to working hard. He enjoyed golfing and was a member of the McLeansboro Golf Club. He also enjoyed watching sporting events, running and coaching sports.

Mickey is survived by his loving spouse of 27 years, Carla; four children, Jeremy Owen, Joshua Owen, Lisa (David) Williams and Kendall (Erica) Harris; four grandchildren, Mat Owen, Ali Owen, Levi Harris, Logan Harris; three great-grandchildren, Camille Owen, Kane Owen and Ameliyah Owen and one brother, Bruce (Debra) Owen.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John W. and Anna Lee Owen.
Services have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 South Main St., Benton, IL.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 5, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 5, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. at the Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL, with the Reverend Greg Shelton, officiating.

Carolyn Sue Barnett, 79, of Marion, IL, passed away at 5:25 a.m. on Sunday, January 30, 2022, at her residence.

She was born on May 13, 1942, to Sim and Beulah (Payne) Kingston in Clifton, IL. She married Ronald Barnett and he preceded her in death.

Carolyn began her career as a charge nurse at Manteno State Hospital in Manteno, IL. She then accepted a position at Shapiro Developmental Center, in Kankakee, IL, and retired after 50 years.

On Saturday mornings, she loved watching Bill Dance the fisherman. She also was an avid fisherwoman and a member of the Bass and Gals fishing club. She very proud to be on the scrabble team in Monticello, IL. Carolyn was a loyal Cubs fan and she loved her Cubbies. She loved eating out and shopping.

She resided with her daughter, Rebecca, who was her caretaker until she passed.

Carolyn is survived by her three children, Rebecca (Charles) Shepherd of Marion, IL, William (Becky) Davis and Kimberly Barnett; six grandchildren, Chaise Woolsey, Caylee Woolsey, Justine Davis, Nicholas Davis, Brittany Ashline and Breanne Ashline; a brother, James Kingston and two sisters, Yvonne Brandenburg and Wanda Jordan.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Sim and Beulah Juanita Kingston and her husband, Ronald Barnett.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 South Main St., Benton IL.
Per Carolyn’s wishes, cremation will take place.

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

Bruce Alan McMurray, 70, of Valier, passed away on Tuesday February 1, 2022 at his home.

He was born on February 28, 1951 in DuQuoin, IL to Kenneth Dean and Ara Lee (Duckworth) McMurray. He married Becky (Helfrich) McMurray on April 14, 1973 and she survives of Valier.

He is also survived by his mother Ara Lee McMurray of DuQuoin; one son Timothy McMurray and fiancé Autumn of Valier; grandchildren Hayden, Liam, Jude, Brenden and Emma; two brothers Ronald (Kristy) McMurray of Valier and Paul Dean (Lynn) McMurray of West Frankfort, IL; sister-in-law Lisa Edwards and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, mother-in-law Charlene Helfrich, father-in-law Eugene Helfrich and his brother-in-law Eddie Edwards.

He was a coal miner for 18 years at Freeman Mine #11 and was a police officer for over thirty years for Christopher and Valier police Departments and was the Mayor of Valier at the time of his passing.

A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday February 6, 2022 at 7:00 PM at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher with Pastor Bill Uhls and Jerry Travelstead. Visitation will be on Sunday from 4:00 PM until the time of the service at 7:00 PM at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Sesser-Valier Athletic Department and will be accepted at the funeral Home.

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

Suella “Nanu” Eubanks, 74, of Centralia, passed away Monday, January 31, 2022 at her home.

She was born January 25, 1948, in DuQuoin, Illinois, the daughter of Victor Yung and Helen (Lipsey) Yung.

Nanu is survived by her companion: Fred Doerr of Centralia, her daughter: Roxana Eubanks of Centralia; step-daughter: Tiffany Specht and husband Jared of Sutter, Illinois; grandchildren: David Means of Centralia, Aiden Specht and Luke Specht both of Sutter, Illinois, and Tasha McIntosh and husband Stephen of Lawrenceville, Georgia; a great-granddaughter: Hadley Means and another great-granddaughter on the way; two brothers: Bill Yung and wife Gayla of Sesser and Bob Yung of Bourbonnais, Illinois; a sister: Vicki (Yung) Downen and husband Ernie of Scheller; and several nieces and nephews.

Nanu was preceded in death by her parents and her son: Dennis Eubanks.

Nanu enjoyed crafting, embroidering, quilting, and crocheting. She loved spending time with her family, great-granddaughter, and her friends.

Per Nanu’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded and a private family service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her honor to the Susan G. Komen Foundation and will be accepted at the Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home at 235 North Sycamore Street Centralia, Illinois 62801, (618)532-3523, who is honored to be of service to the Eubanks Family. Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.sutherlandfuneralhome.com and the Sutherland-Garnier Funeral Home Facebook Page.

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