The Murfreesboro Post, Murfreesboro, TN Published: February 23, 2015 Billy Dean Edmonds, age 77 of Murfreesboro, TN, passed away Friday February 20, 2015. He was native of West Frankfort, IL, and was preceded in death by his father, George E. Edmonds. Mr. Edmonds is survived by his wife of 58 years, Kay Rains Edmonds; mother, Pauline Morgan Edmonds of West Frankfort, IL; son, Eric Edmonds, and his wife Lisa of Murfreesboro, TN; daughters, Dena Chapman, and her husband Bob of Dahlonega, GA, Kara Alford, and her husband Bill of Coral Springs, FL; sister, Gloria House, and her husband, Ray of West Frankfort, IL; brother-in-law, Richard Rains, and his wife Jackie of Acworth, GA; and six grandchildren. Visitation will be from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM Tuesday at Woodfin Memorial Chapel. A Celebration of Life will be 11:00 AM Wednesday at Woodfin Memorial Chapel with Rev. Ken Polk and Steve House officiating. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery with military honors. Grandsons and nephews will serve as pallbearers. Mr. Edmonds was a member of Northside Baptist Church. He was a retired Master Sergeant of the US Air Force after 23 years of service, having served in Vietnam. He was the recipient of the Meritorious Service Medal, and the Air Force Commendation Medal. Mr. Edmonds was also a retired State Farm agent in Washington, Indiana. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Northside Baptist Church, the Disabled American Veterans, or the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation in memory of Mr. Edmonds. The family would like to thank the Doctors, nurses and staff of the Alvin C. York 1 B Hospice, for the love and care they gave to Mr. Edmonds and his family. An online guestbook for the family is available at www.woodfinchapel.com. Woodfin Memorial Chapel. 615-893-5151. ==================== >From Funeral Home Website http://www.woodfinchapel.com/sitemaker/memsol.cgi?user_id=1524150 (Photo) Billy Dean Edmonds February 5, 1938 - February 20, 2015

Published in Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 4, 2015 Also @ Funeral Home Website Ramona J. Bowman October 22, 1938 - February 26, 2015 (Photos) Obituary Ramona "Mona" Bowman Ramona Bowman (James) Age 76, passed unexpectedly, but peacefully from this world on February 25, 2015 at her residence. Devoted wife of William Bowman for 55 years, loving mother of Joyce (Bowman) Kunath (John), Julee Bowman (Steve), Jack Bowman (Dawn). Beloved sister of Nora Zajac, proud grandmother of Kelli Kunath, beloved aunt of Mark (Becky) Zajac, Scott (Jan) Zajac, Angie (Ronald) Balle and many more nephews and nieces, Cherished cousins of Monette (Jim) Wanstreet, Clifford (Karen) Whittington, and Robert (Naomi) James . She is survived by her brother-in-law Kenneth Bowman and sister-in-law Joanne Case. She was preceded in death by her parents Mary and John ("Jack") James, infant brother and sister, and five brother and sister in laws. Mona was raised in Orient, IL and graduated from West Frankfort Community High School in 1957. She attended cosmetology school and moved to the Chicago suburbs where she was employed as a hairstylist while raising her family. She was a loving and protective mother with strong character who had a remarkable compassion for those in need and she gained strength through the word of God. Her granddaughter was the joy of her life. She also received joy in helping stray animals and wildlife in her area. Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 8, 2015, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. followed by a memorial service at 3:00pm at the Cypress Funeral Home,1698 North Bloomingdale Road, Glendale Heights, IL 60139 | 630-653-7666. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Fixing Feral Felines, P. O. Box 230, DeKalb, IL 60115. http://fixinferalfelines.org

http://www.franklincounty-news.com/category/obituaries/ April 1, 2015 Nathan A. Valleroy, 86, of Christopher, IL passed away March 28, 2015 at his home. He was born October 16, 1928 in Modoc, IL, the son of Henry Valleroy and Catherine (DeFousse) Valleroy. Nathan was a retired engineer for Missouri Pacific Railroad. He served in the National Guard. He married Adelaine (Casley) Valleroy on Nov.1, 1947 and she survives. He was a member of St. Andrews Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus in Christopher and a former member of Christopher Lions Club and Masonic Lodge and Shriners. He is survived by his children, Elmer and Cheryl Valleroy, of Benton, IL; grandchildren Timothy Learned, Casondra Chwarczinski, Jacob Learned, David Valleroy, Christina Bivins, Daniel Valleroy, Wesley Dunn, Sarah Valleroy, Katherine Valleroy and several great grandchildren; one sister Eugeneia Kemp, of Columbia, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents, one daughter Diana Lynn Learned, two brothers, Charles and Graden Valleroy and one infant brother. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, April 6, 2015 at St. Andrews Catholic Church, in Christopher, IL with Father Joseph Trapp officiating. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. Monday until the time of the service at 1 p.m. at Gilbert Funeral Home, in Christopher, IL. Burial will be at St. Andrews Cemetery. Gilbert Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. For more information visit gilbertfuneralhomes.com.

Murman & Wilson Funeral Home Website Johnston City, IL Apr 1, 2015 Edna "Flo" Florene Kirkpatrick (September 1, 1929 - March 30, 2015) EDNA "FLO" FLORENE KIRKPATRICK Johnston City-Edna "Flo" Florene Kirkpatrick, 85, of Johnston City passed away on Monday March 30, 2015, at 7:40 P.M. at the Herrin Hospital. Arrangements are incomplete at the Murman & Wilson Funeral Home in Johnston City.

Mt. Vernon Register-News, Mt. Vernon, IL Posted: Monday, March 30, 2015 6:00 am William Ray "Bill" Derry, 68, of Mt. Vernon, passed away 2:02 p.m. Friday, March 27, 2015, at the Crossroads Community Hospital in Mt. Vernon. William was born Aug. 15, 1946, in Mt. Vernon, the son of Lester Earl and Laura Virgene (Richardson) Derry. He married Brenda Carter on April 13, 1974, in Mt. Vernon and she survives in Mt. Vernon. Mr. Derry served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was awarded the Purple Heart. Bill worked as a dispatcher at Guaranteed Air Freight until his retirement. Bill was a fan of Cardinal baseball, Rams football and Blues hockey. He enjoyed fishing and golfing. Bill is survived by his wife, Brenda Derry of Mt. Vernon; two sons, Brandon Derry and wife April of Mt. Vernon and Jason Derry and wife Tricia of St. Louis; daughter, Jennifer Haynes and husband James of Falls Church, Va.; stepson, Brett Marlow of Mt. Vernon; two brothers, Ron Derry and wife Donna of Groves, Texas and Scott Derry of Mt. Vernon; two sisters, Donna Shelton and husband Ray of Mt. Vernon and Susan Summers and husband Brian of Benton; and also 11 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Graveside funeral services for William Ray Derry will be held 10 a.m. today at Mt. Vernon Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Woodlawn with the Rev. Brian Summers officiating. Military honors will be provided by the American Legion Post 141. Visitation was held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday at the Newell Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon. For those who wish memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society in Mt. Vernon and will be accepted at the funeral home. For more information you may call Newell Funeral Home at 246-0100 or visit www.newellfuneralhome.com.

Karen Sue (Atchison) Wagner, 55, of Ina passed away Sunday, March 29, 2015 at home surrounded by her family. She was born in Benton, IL on November 10, 1959, the daughter of James & Patricia (Melvin) Atchison. Karen was a Beautician working in Mt. Vernon & in Houston, TX. She graduated from Richland Beauty Academy in Mt. Vernon. Karen is survived by her father: Jim Atchison of Golconda; mother: Pat Atchison of Ina; brother: Jeff Atchison of Ina; sister: Robin Marlow & husband Mitch of Ina; 3 nieces: Lindsay Marlow of Vermillion, South Dakota, Kaitlin Wheeler & husband Blake of Mt. Vernon, Kelsey Stortzum & husband Trevor of Herrin; and 2 great-nieces: Layla Wheeler, Aria Stortzum. Private Graveside services will be held on Thursday, April 2nd at the Kirk Cemetery in Ina with Rev. Cameron Trusty officiating. The Johnston Funeral Home in Ina is in charge of arrangements. Published in Daily American News from Mar. 31 to Apr. 1, 2015

According to Helen Dixon Clem's obit in 2005, Her & Myron Clem's son is Ronald Dixon Clem. Helen's Obit is on Find a Grave and has been posted to rootsweb list. http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=131077077 http://archiver.rootsweb.ancestry.com/th/read/ilfrankl/2006-06/1150720082 -----Original Message----- From: peggyjune@roadrunner.com [mailto:peggyjune@roadrunner.com] Sent: Tuesday, March 31, 2015 7:50 AM To: ilfrankl@rootsweb.com; Larry Lance Subject: Re: [ILFRANKL] Ronald Lee Clem Obit I take it that this is NOT the son of Helen Clem who used to be a librarian in West Frankfort? Peggy Reynolds Oliver ---- Larry Lance via <ilfrankl@rootsweb.com> wrote: > (from funeral home website) > > Born: March 24, 1938 > > Place of Birth: West Frankfort, Illinois > > Death: March 22, 2015 >

I take it that this is NOT the son of Helen Clem who used to be a librarian in West Frankfort? Peggy Reynolds Oliver ---- Larry Lance via <ilfrankl@rootsweb.com> wrote: > (from funeral home website) > > Born: March 24, 1938 > > Place of Birth: West Frankfort, Illinois > > Death: March 22, 2015 > > > > Ronald Lee Clem, 76, of Fayetteville, GA passed away March 22, 2015. > > Ronald is survived by his sons Michael (Laura) Clem and Randy (Brooke) Clem > and his grandchildren Ryan, Chase, Ty, Charlie, and Will. > > A funeral service was held Tuesday, March 24, 2015, at 2:00PM at the Chapel > of Mowell Funeral Home with Rev. Kenneth Brown officiating. In lieu of > flowers, please make donations to First Baptist Church, Peachtree City, > Children's Worship Project, www.fbcptc.org. > > Carl J. Mowell & Son Funeral Home, Peachtree City - > www.mowellfuneralhome.com > > > > Published in Daily American News from Mar. 26 to Mar. 27, 2015 > > > > NOTE: I think his parents were William Lloyd Clem (1911-1945) & Ferne L. > Williams (1913-2012) > > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to ILFRANKL-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

(from funeral home website) Born: March 24, 1938 Place of Birth: West Frankfort, Illinois Death: March 22, 2015 Ronald Lee Clem, 76, of Fayetteville, GA passed away March 22, 2015. Ronald is survived by his sons Michael (Laura) Clem and Randy (Brooke) Clem and his grandchildren Ryan, Chase, Ty, Charlie, and Will. A funeral service was held Tuesday, March 24, 2015, at 2:00PM at the Chapel of Mowell Funeral Home with Rev. Kenneth Brown officiating. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to First Baptist Church, Peachtree City, Children's Worship Project, www.fbcptc.org. Carl J. Mowell & Son Funeral Home, Peachtree City - www.mowellfuneralhome.com Published in Daily American News from Mar. 26 to Mar. 27, 2015 NOTE: I think his parents were William Lloyd Clem (1911-1945) & Ferne L. Williams (1913-2012)

http://www.franklincounty-news.com/category/obituaries/ March 30, 2015 (Photo) BENTON - Sharon Sue Meehan, 74, of Benton, died on Sunday, March 29th at 4:00 a.m. in Marion, Illinois of complications from a stroke. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 1, 2015 at the Leffler - Poulson Funeral Home of Benton, with Dr. Sammy Simmons officiating. Burial will be in the Masonic & Odd Fellows Cemetery in Benton.. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday evening at the Leffler - Poulson Funeral Home of Benton. She was born on March 21, 1941 in Christopher, the daughter of Carl T. and Geraldine "Jerry" Mitchell, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her grandparents, Andy and Esther Mitchell and Ezra and Ida Bowlin and by her husband, Bill Meehan, whom she married in 1999. She is survived by a daughter, Shay (Denny) Richey and two grandchildren, Amelia and Jordan Richey of Benton, IL, three step-children, Charles (Kitty), Christopher (Mary Ann) and Elizabeth Meehan and three step-grandchildren, Nicholas, Blair and Anna. A brother, Ted (Linda) Mitchell of Edwardsville, IL, two sisters, Clark-Ann (Dave) Haas of Millstadt, IL, and Kelly (James) Talley of Benton, IL, one nephew, Ethan Talley, and three nieces, Emily (Jeremiah) Furr, Hilary (Allen) Duncan and Kaitlyn Talley, and many loving cousins and lifelong friends. Sharon graduated from Benton High School and attended SIU where she was a theater major. Having a beautiful voice, Sharon helped pay for college by singing in many area weddings and church services. She had an appreciation for the performing arts and loved attending productions throughout her life. She worked in Benefits at the UMWA and Freeman Coal and later worked part-time at Dillard's. An avid reader, she instilled her love of reading in her grandchildren as she spent many hours with them at the library. She also was a natural story teller and amused people with her witty take on events in the family. She was a wonderful cook and enjoyed entertaining the entire family for birthdays and holidays. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Benton. Memorial contributions may be made to The American Heart Association, American Stroke Association, or the Brown Bag Lunch Program at the First Baptist Church of Benton. To leave the family online condolences or to share memories of Sharon, visit www.lpfuneralhome.com

Searby Funeral Home Website Mar 30, 2015 Sandra Lee Hicks, 69, of Dowell, passed away at 11:16 A.M., Saturday, March 28, 2015 at the Pinckneyville Community Hospital in Pinckneyville. Sandra was a LPN and worked for 20 years at the Pinckneyville Community Hospital and also worked as a private duty nurse. Sandra was a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Post 0955 of Dowell, Elkville Helping Hands, and Shriners Hillbilly Clan #39. She also cooked for the Masonic Lodge. She was born February 23, 1946 at St. Louis, MO, the daughter of Milton Frances and Bernice (Clifton) Smith-Struckman. She married William Hicks in 1977 in Tennessee and he preceded her in death. She is survived by her significant other - James A. Staffey, one son - Donald W. Crowe Jr. and wife Sheila of Riverview, FL, five daughters - Sheryl L. Crowe of Duquoin, Patricia A. Myers and husband Joseph of Sesser, Kimberly D. Hicks of Tamaroa, Cynthia D. Bailey and husband J.E. of Elkville, and Michelle R. Knapp and husband Jerry of Tamaroa, thirteen grandchildren - Ashley Crowe, Darrell Amann, Sara Bigham, Bradley Crowe, Bethany Myers, Marie Myers, Katlyn Abbadusky, Cheyenne Abbadusky, Matthew Myers, Kraiten Franklin, John Heine, Brooke Heine, and Noah Franklin, two great-grandchildren - Aurora Amann and Case Heine, one brother - James A. Smith and wife Marcy of Wentzville, MO, and two dogs - Heidi and Gretchen. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two daughters - Ruby A. Crowe and Lisa M. Randolph, and one brother - Milton E. Smith. Funeral services will be at 10:00 A.M., Thursday, April 2, 2015 at the Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin with Bro. Rick McClintoch and Dallas Terry officiating. Friends may call from 5-8 P.M., Wednesday, April 1, 2015 at the Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin. Burial will be at the Sunset Memorial Park in Du Quoin. Friends may make memorials to the Murphysboro Masonic Children's Home or Shriners Hospital and will be accepted at the funeral home.

Parker-Reedy Funeral Home Website Mar 30, 2015 (Photo) Bill Walton stepped into the arms of Jesus on March 28, 2015, from Herrin Hospital. He was 85 years of age. He was born on May 3, 1929 to Albert and Mattalou Walton in West Frankfort, Illinois. On March 10, 1950, he married the love of his life, Wanda Lee Taylor. They spend 65 years together, during which time they had four children. He was employed by Orient #2 mines up until the time of its explosion in 1951. At that time he helped to remove his friends and coworkers from the mines that had suffered from the blast. He then bought a hotel in Bluford, Illinois. From there he bought an apartment building in Mt. Vernon, Illinois and also worked as an electrician. The couple later moved back to West Frankfort where Bill joined I.B.E.W. and worked as an electrician for various contractors for several years. Southeastern Power Co-op Power Plant was his final career move, where he worked for over 25 years. After retirement, Bill and Wanda traveled seeing many wonderful sites and enjoying each other's company. He especially enjoyed Hawaii. Even though Bill had a gratifying career as an electrician, he was always striving to learn more. During this time he acquired his First Class Radio License, and Real Estate Brokers License. He was a beloved member of Faith Assembly Fellowship Church, long time Board Member and Men's Sunday School Teacher. He served as Secretary Treasure for many years. He will be greatly missed by his wife Wanda, his four children: Carolyn (Frank) Price, Gail Keele, Warren (Barbara) Walton, Philip (Dellinda) Walton; Eleven grandchildren: Matthew (Melissa) Darnell, Adam Darnell, David Gostowski, Don (Crystal) Bullette, Peter (Amy) Bullette, Dustin Keele, Aaron (Kristin) Walton, Alison Walton, Hope (Sean) Kruer, Joye Walton, Chalan Walton; sister-in-law, Joy (Charlie)Cash and a brother-in-law, Dennis (Marlene) Taylor; seven great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Mattalou; sister, Geraldine Morgan; brother, Eugene Walton; granddaughter, Katie Keele; son-in-law, Rick Keele. Funeral services will be at 3:00 p.m. Friday, April 3, 2015, in Faith Assembly Fellowship, 1819 South Everett St, West Frankfort, Illinois with Rev. Philip Walton and Rev. Gary Brown officiating. Visitation will be from 1-3 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in the Tower Heights Cemetery in West Frankfort. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the West Frankfort Wit and Wisdom and will be accepted at the funeral. Parker - Reedy Funeral Home in West Frankfort is in charge of arrangements. To sign the guest register visit www.parkerreedyfuneralhome.com.

The Southern Illinoisan, Friday, November 6, 1970 JOHN WESLEY BAKER RITES IN BENTON Services for John Wesley Baker, 64, of 608 S. Jessie St., Christopher, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Poulson Funeral Home of Benton. Burial will be in the Benton Masonic and Odd Fellows Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. today. Mr. Baker died at Christopher Hospital at 5:30 a.m. Thursday. He formerly lived Williamson County and moved to Franklin County in 1949. He was a miner at the Waltonville No. 3 mine. He was the son of the late John and Belle Bush Baker. He was married to Maude Little. Mr. Baker was a member of the Carterville First .Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife; daughter, Mrs. Judy Taylor of West Frankfort; stepson Robert Purcell of Chicago; sister, Mrs. Carl Etherton of Carbondale; and two grandchildren.

The Southern Illinoisan, Friday, November 6, 1970 MARY ANTONELLI SERVICES HELD Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Antonelli, 52, of Christopher, were to be at 11 a.m. today in St. Andrew Catholic Church, Christopher, with the Rev. Angelo Lombardo officiating. Burial was to be in the church cemetery. Mass was said at 8 p.m. Thursday at the Gilbert Funeral Home, Christopher. Mrs. Antonelli died at 12:15 a.m. Wednesday in Marshall Browning Hospital, Du Quoin, after a lengthy illness. She was born April 20, 1918, in Harrisburg, the daughter of Antony and Josephine Nokunos Cizaukos. She was a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church, the Altar Society and the Business and Professional Woman's Club of Christopher. She and her husband owned and operated Antonelli's Grocery in Christopher. She leaves her husband, George; sons, George Anthony Antonelli of Carbondale and Pvt. Charles Joseph Antonelli of Ft. Leonard Wood, Mo.; and sisters, Mrs: Adele Buvid of Maplewood, N. J., and Mrs. Helen Eure of Chicago.

The Messenger, Madisonville, KY Posted: Saturday, March 28, 2015 12:00 am Edith "Buddie" Nell LaMond, 81, of Madisonville passed away Friday, March 27, 2015, at her home. Mrs. LaMond was born April 28, 1933, in Dalton, daughter of the late Charles Ralph Hale and Ida Belle Mullens Hale. She also was preceded in death by her grandparents, James Roy Mullens and Edith Curtis Mullens; a sister, Betty Joan Hale Kirkpatrick; and a brother, Harold Dan Hale. She worked as a medical staff coordinator at Baptist Health Hospital. She was a member of the Draffenville Lions Club and First Baptist Church of Benton. She is survived by her husband, Charles K. LaMond; one daughter, Debbie (Roger) Tyson of Madisonville; three sons, Larry G. (Suzanne) Wilson of Madisonville, Ronald Dale Wilson of New Mexico and Charles R. (Kelly) LaMond of Madisonville; four sisters, Laurel (David) Bearden of Christopher, Illinois, Gwen Hargis of Mulkeytown, Illinois, Mary (Ron) Payne of Lone Oak and Brenda (Mick) Spotanski of Sesser, Illinois; a brother, Ralph (Brenda) Hale of Christopher; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Barnett-Strother Funeral Home with Brother James Keeling officiating. Burial follows in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Visitation begins at 9 a.m. Monday at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to Baptist Hospice in Madisonville. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Condolences may be made to the family at barnettstrother.com.

Southern Illinoisan Mar 29, 2015 CHRISTOPHER -- Charles Joseph Antonelli, formerly of Christopher, passed from this life on March 17, 2015, at his home in Armada, Michigan at the age of 67. He was born Dec. 28, 1947, to George and Mary (Czauskis) Antonelli, who owned Antonelli's Grocery in Christopher. Charles was a graduate of Saint Andrew's Catholic School and Christopher Community High School class of 1965. He received a Bachelor of Science degree from McKendree College and a Master's degree from Sangamon State University in Springfield. Well respected for his intelligence, Charles served his country in the Military Police in the U.S. Army. He was an electrophoresis technician at Doctor's Hospital in Carbondale, a mental health specialist, both at Lincoln Developmental Center and Anna State Hospital. He served as a psychological consultant for multiple group homes in Michigan. Charles' beloved wife, Mary Jo (nee Nelson) preceded him in death in 2008. Survivors include a brother, Dr. George Antonelli; two daughters, Mary Catherine Bernard and Alisa Hassan; and twin grandsons, Haitham and Ali Hassan. He also leaves a chosen brother, Dr. Gary Jackson and special friends Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bowen and Mr. and Mrs. James Sharp. Charles donated his extensive Native American artifact collection to McKendree College. His other passionate interests included voracious reading, coin collecting, and a strong interest in law enforcement. Charles contributed generously to animal rescue work in his community. He was always proud to be a member of the American Legion. He was laid to rest in Willow Grove Cemetery in Armada, Michigan.

Wanda June (Morgan) Childers March 4, 1930 - March 28, 2015 (Photos) Wanda June (Morgan) Childers, 85, of Zeigler, Illinois departed this life at 8:39 p.m., Friday, March 28, 2015 at the home of her daughter with her loving family at her side. Wanda was born March 4, 1930 in Amery, Mississippi to Worth and Grace (Humphries) Morgan. On October 13, 1967 she married the Eugene "Gene" M. Childers in Benton. He preceded her in death June 28, 2014. She is survived by a son, Steve (Lisa) Torisky of Harrisburg; two daughters, Patty (John) Bonner of Martindale, TX and Holly (Michael) Brower of Royalton; six grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren; a brother, Olen Morgan of Sesser; a sister, Donna Morgan of Zeigler and her wonderful friends at the West Frankfort Pool that she dearly loved. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a brother, Clarence Morgan and four sisters, Geraldine Vancil, Shirley Mitchell, Lois Halterman and Barbara King. Mrs. Childers was of the Catholic faith and attended the St. Aloysius-Sacred Heart Church in Royalton. She retired from Smoler Brothers Dress Factory in Herrin. She loved this job and always had such fond memories of the ladies she work with and lifelong friendships she made from that factory. Funeral services for Mrs. Childers will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, March 30, 2015 at Vantrease Funeral Home in Zeigler with Sister Laura Reynolds officiating. Burial will be at St. Aloysius-Sacred Heart Cemetery west of Zeigler. Visiting hours are from 9 to 11:00 a.m., Monday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in memory of Mrs. Childers are suggested to Hospice of Southern Illinois, Inc., 204 Halfway Road, Marion, IL 62959. Vantrease Funeral Homes, Inc. of Zeigler and Royalton is entrusted with the arrangements. Visit www.vantreasefuneralhome.com to sign the online register book. Posted at Vantrease Funeral Home Website Southern Illinoisan Website Mar 29, 2015

http://www.franklincounty-news.com/category/obituaries/ March 27, 2015 Harry Eubanks - Benton, IL (Photo) BENTON - Harry Eubanks, 78, of Benton, died March 25, 2015, at Helia HealthCare in Benton. Harry was born Dec. 20, 1936, the son of Albert and Dorothy (Mills) Eubanks. He married Mildred (Lampley) June 12, 1959, in Chicago. Harry was a coal miner and worked at Ziegler Coal Co. 3, Inland Steel Coal, in McLeansboro, IL and Old Ben 24. He was a member of the United Mine Workers of America. Harry attended the First Baptist Church of West City. Harry is survived by his wife, Mildred Eubanks of Benton; two daughters, Judy (Mike) Clark of Benton, and Norma (Bill) Uhles of Benton; six grandchildren, Christopher (Brooke) McCann, Jeremiah McCann, Alisha (Bryan) Craddock, Jennifer (Ben) McIntosh, Matthew Uhles and fiancée, Samantha, and Mark Uhles and fiancée, Molly; five great-grandchildren, Raley and Tenley McIntosh, Gavin and Callie McCann and Khloe Uhles; two brothers, Robert (Sue) Eubanks and Richard (Kelly) Eubanks; one sister, Juanita (Lewis) Sweers; brother-in-law, Bill Lampley; and sister-in-law, Shelva Lampley. Harry was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Jerry Eubanks and Al Eubanks; three sisters, Phyllis Landis, Patricia and Mary Lou; an infant great-grandson, William Michael McIntosh; brothers-in-law, Gene Lampley and John Lampley; brother and sister-in-law, Helen and Glendale Gulley; sister-in-law, Linda Lampley; and mother-in-law; father-in-law, John and Juanita McCann Lampley. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 29, in Morton & Johnston Funeral Home in Benton, with the Rev. Bert Mitchell officiating. Burial will be in Masonic and Oddfellows Cemetery in Benton. Visitation will be Sunday from 12 noon until the time of the service at Morton and Johnston Funeral Home. For more information or to sign the online guest register, visit www.mortonjohnstonfuneralhome.com.

http://www.franklincounty-news.com/category/obituaries/ March 27, 2015 Christina Conner Dame - Benton, IL BENTON - Christina Conner Dame, 92, of Benton, IL, passed away Thursday morning March 26, 2015 at Franklin Hospital, in Benton. Christina was born in Tracy City, TN on September 12, 1922, the daughter of Chris and Thelma (Gibbs) Mincheff. She was married to Elza Conner and Dwight Dame and both preceded her in death. Christina was a member of Whittington Church and worked as a secretary for Strout Realty for more than 25 years. Christina is survived by her son, Jerry Conner and wife Marilyn, of Benton; grandchildren Natalee Poindexter and husband David, of Collierville, TN, Jared Conner and wife Lisa, of St. Peters, MO, Chris Conner, Melissa Paul and Jennifer Wilson; great-grandchildren Thatcher Poindexter, Hayley Conner, Chelsea and Paige Sullivan, Abby and Emily Haskins and Zane Wilson. She was preceded in death by her parents, by two sons, Richard Conner and John Conner and by two brothers and one sister. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday March 30, 2015 at Morton & Johnston Funeral Home in Benton, with the Rev. Mark Minor officiating. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home. Burial will be in Franklin Cemetery in Whittington, IL. Morton and Johnston Funeral Home, in Benton, is in charge of arrangements. For more information or to sign the guest book go to mortonandjohnstonfuneralhome.com.

Crain Funeral Home Website Southern Illinoisan Website Mar 28, 2015 BENTON -- Madeline E. Moyer, 71, of Benton, died at 6:42 a.m. Wednesday, March 25, 2015, in Good Samaritan Regional Health Center in Mount Vernon. She was born Sept. 25, 1943, in Patoka, Indiana, to Leonard and Goldie Augusta (McCrary) Bishop. She married Gerald L. Moyer on June 18, 1966. He preceded her in death Sept. 2, 2005. Madeline attended Third Baptist Church in West Frankfort. For over 20 years she worked as the cafeteria cook at Benton Middle School. She is survived by her daughter, Anna (Tracy) Henderson of Herrin; grandchildren, Jerry, Joseph and Gabbrianna Henderson also of Herrin; stepson, Gary Moyer of Evansville, Indiana; stepdaughter, Lori Koss of Newburg, Indiana; brothers, Jim (Lois) Bishop and Don Eugen (Donna) Bishop both of Patoka, Indiana; sister, Ellen Y. Roach of Oakland City, Indiana; and very dear friend, Brenda Behn of West Frankfort. Madeline was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two brothers, Jack and Vaughn Bishop; and one sister, Anna Lee. Services will be at 5 p.m. Monday, April 6, in Crain Funeral Home Egyptian Chapel, with Pastor James Kerley officiating. Inurnment will follow in Egyptian Memorial Gardens Mausoleum. Visitation will be from 4 to 5 p.m. Monday, April 6, at the funeral home chapel. Memorials may be made to PAWS and will be accepted at the funeral home.