Walter Underwood 72, passed away into the hands of our Lord on Thursday February 26, 2015 at 4:30 A.M. from stomach cancer. He was born December 23, 1942 in Derby, OH to the late William B. and Minnie E. (Fast) Underwood. He leaves behind his loving wife of 23 years Wanda (Behm) Underwood, five children John Harold Underwood, David Allen Underwood, and Teresa Jett all of Ohio, Jacob Walter Underwood of Christopher, and Joshua Lee Underwood of Christopher. Grandchildren Nicole, Danny, Bradley, and Bethany. Also one loyal sister Sue “Virginia” Jahn and her husband Lester of Harrisburg, OH, and two sisters-in-law Ella Underwood and Linda Underwood of Ohio. Father-in-law John Behm of Valier, and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. And special friends Jerry and Betty of Christopher. Walter was a Vietnam veteran of the Marine Corp. He was retired from the Grove City Ohio Police Department. He was also a member of the Valier United Methodist Church. Walter will be remembered as a devoted and loving father and husband. He was preceded in death by five brothers Emery, Carl, Harry, Bill, and Jim, and one sister Betty. Funeral services will be on Sunday March 1, 2015 at 1:00 P.M. with Brother Bert Mitchell officiating. Visitation will be on Sunday March 1, 2015 from 11:00 A.M. until the time of the service at 1:00 P.M. Burial will be in the Zeigler City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Cancer Society or to Hospice of Southern Illinois and will be accepted at the funeral home.  

David Holman, 63, of Ewing died.  There will be  no funeral services.  Morton-Johnson Funeral Home in charge. (He was the son of  the late, Robert and Margaret (Hoskins) Holman)

  Troy Allen Cockrum, 94, of Sesser, died Feb. 26, 2015, at Parkway Manor Nursing Home in Marion.  He was born Jan. 31, 1921, in Sesser, the son of James Cockrum and Amelia (Williams) Cockrum. He married Marion (Fiordo) Cockrum and she preceded him in death on March 7, 1998. He was the owner and trainer of thoroughbred race horses and was appointed by Governor Stratton as a game warden. He was of the Baptist faith and was a member of the Sesser Masonic Lodge. He is survived by daughter, Carolyn and Larry Manker of Sesser; grandchildren, Todd and Beth Manker of Sesser and Eric and Suzy Manker of Sparta; and four great-granddaughters, Skylar Manker, Peyton Manker and Rylie Manker, all of Sparta and Shaylee Manker of Sesser. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, four sisters and six brothers. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home in Sesser with Pastor Jay Kelly and Brother Mark Miller officiating. Burial will be at Franklin Cemetery in Sesser. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or to the Masonic Children’s Home and will be accepted at the funeral home. Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home in Sesser is in charge of arrangements.

The Benton Evening News, December 9, 2002 Christopher - Flora E. Patchett , 94, of Christopher, died at 11:20 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 5, 2002, at Herrin Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, at Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher, with Brother Dennis Jones and the Rev. David McConnell officiating. Burial will be in Harrison Cemetery in Buckner. Friends may call from 11 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. Mrs. Patchett was born June 6, 1908, in Carbon Hill, Ala., the daughter of David and Alice Hill Pruett. She married Frank Scalet who preceded her in death on March 9, 1967. She married Edmund Patchett who preceded her in death on Dec. 18, 1979. She was a member of the First Christian Church in Christopher. Mrs. Patchett was a member of the Benton chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, the VFW Ladies Auxiliary in Sesser and the Christopher Senior Citizens. She is survived by three sons, Richard and Theris Scalet, Mattoon, Terry and Mary Ennis Patchett , Mulkeytown, and Marty and Saundra Patchett , Sesser; 12 grandchildren, Michael and Brenda Beavers, Mattoon, Jackie Sharp, Lerna, Ill., Wayne Scalet, Bethany, Ill., Ron Scalet, Carbondale, Frank and Linda Scalet, Warsaw, Ind., Matt and Julie Patchett , Mulkeytown, Mike and Mary Ann Patchett , Christopher, Beth and Terry Russell, Mulkeytown, Jeff Patchett , Oblong, Lindy Patchett , Valier, Tracy and Kent Dailey, O'Fallon, Mo., and Brad and Abbie Miller; 15 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; several very special nieces and nephews and numerous friends.

  Lance Allan Priddy, 52, of Herrin, died Thursday, February 26, 2015, at his home, surrounded by his family and close friends. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Sunday, March 1, 2015, at Riggin-Pillatsch & Burke Funeral Home in Carterville, with Pastor Tim Buehler of the Journey in Marion officiating. Burial will be Willowrest Cemetery in Carterville. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Sunday, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Hospice of Southern Illinois, 204 Halfway Road, Marion, IL 62959. Envelopes will also be available at the funeral home. Lance was born on June 13, 1962, in Herrin, to James C. and Deloris C. (Loyd) Priddy. He is survived by his parents; Jim and Chris Priddy of Herrin; son, Darren and Mistie Priddy and their son, Brantley Allan Priddy, of Herrin; sisters, Beverly (Steve) Frey of Marion, Carol Renee Ingram-Priddy (Kathy) of Killeen, TX and Jessica Nicole (John) DeVore of Clinton, IL; brother, Rex (Anissa) Priddy of Goreville; his soul mate and partner, Mary Frey of Benton and her family; step-children; step-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and a host of special friends. Lance was preceded in death by his grandparents and three uncles. Prior to driving for Beelman Truck Company the last few years, Lance drove for Vitamin World. He was an avid camper. Lance enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. Lance was a talented cook and most known for his skills in the kitchen especially his famous sweet potato pies, Italian beef, hot wings and Cajun style food.  

  Thomas Michael "Tom" Neal, age 56, of Springfield, IL passed away Friday, February 27 at his home in Springfield, IL. Tom was a graduate of Southern Illinois University Carbondale and worked as an engineering technician for the Springfield, Illinois Department of Public Works.  He was a nature enthusiast who enjoyed the outdoors and a member of First Baptist Church in Mount Vernon, Illinois. Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at Hughey Funeral Home in Mount Vernon, Illinois with Mr. Randy Sells presiding.  Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at Hughey Funeral Home in Mount Vernon, Illinois.  Interment at Oakwood Cemetery in Mount Vernon, Illinois.  For those who wish, memorials may be given to the Oakwood Cemetery or Sangamon County Cancer Society and will be accepted at the funeral home or mailed to Hughey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 721, Mount Vernon, Illinois 62864.  Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Hughey Funeral Home where you may call (618) 242-3348 or visit www.hugheyfh.com for further information and to send condolences.Thomas Michael "Tom" Neal is survived by his 3 brothers - Dr. George Earl Neal and wife Barbara of Mount Vernon, Illinois,  Dr. Charles Eugene Neal of Springfield, Illinois,  Richard Lee Neal and wife Sylvia Clower of New Orleans, Louisiana; sister - Ellen Marie Ferguson and husband David of Mount Vernon, Illinois; 4 nephews - Paul David Ferguson and wife Angela, Benjamin Andrew Ferguson and wife Andrea, Michael Wesley Neal, Maxwell Thomas Neal; niece - Kelly Elizabeth Neal; 2 great nephews - Jack Ferguson and Archer Ferguson; 2 great nieces - Caitlin Ferguson and Eliana Ferguson.  Thomas Michael "Tom" Neal was born Sunday, June 22, 1958 in Mount Vernon, IL son of Dr. Earl and Mary Elizabeth Neal.  His parents preceded him in death.  

  Jacqueline Jane Harper Hoffmann, 80, of West Frankfort, Illinois passed away at 5:05 p.m. Thursday, February 26, 2015 at her residence from lung cancer after a long illness. She was born December 1, 1934 in Little Valley, New York to Herriott Hamlin and Tella Rose (Miley) Harper. Jackie was the youngest of seven brothers and sisters, all preceded her in death. She married Don Hoffmann 31 years ago (1984) in Shreveport, Louisiana. Survivors include her husband, Don Hoffmann of West Frankfort, Illinois; son, Jeff (Deborah) Flagg of Shreveport, Louisiana; daughters, Koni Leavitt of Shreveport, Louisiana, Lori (Robin) Tatham of West Frankfort, Illinois; two step daughters, Donna (Robert) Batten of Phil Campbell, Alabama and Debra (Carnie) Burcham of Keatchi, Louisiana; eleven grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren. She was a 4H Leader, she finished her high school education in Shreveport, Louisiana, also graduating from a real estate school and an 18 wheeler truck driving academy even though she only weighed 98 pounds at the time. As a teenager she was an excellent ice skater and skated daily behind her home, she loved to do hobbies such as painting on canvas and glass, Ceramics and sewing and teaching others to do so. She loved animals and horseback riding. She was a member of the Church of Christ in Little Valley and a Sunday school teacher. It was her wish to be cremated there will be no visitation or services. Parker-Reedy Funeral Home in West Frankfort, Illinois is in charge of arrangements. To sign the guest register visit www.parkerreddyfuneralhome.com.     

  August 11, 2007 CHRISTOPHER - Kara Beth Pinkham, 38, died Thursday, Aug. 9, 2007, at home.She was a dental technician in Du Quoin.She was born in Du Quoin on July 12, 1969, to Gordon Gossett and Pat (Schaefer) Gossett of Mulkeytown.She was married to Glenn Pinkham.Survivors include brothers and sisters, Jeff and Darcy Gossett of Du Quoin, Brent and Angie Gossett of Coello and Amy Gossett of Mulkeytown; neices and nephews, Matthew Gossett, Samuel Gossett, Lorrie Veach, Emily Gossett, Maddie Gossett and Grace Gossett.She was a member of Mulkeytown Christian Church.Services will be at 8 p.m. Sunday, Aug.12, 2007, in Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher, with the Rev. David McConnell officiating. Visitation will be from 6 until 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.For more information, visit www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com.

Norma Jean d/o Archie Luther HICKS and Beulah Ellen FRED who mar. 17 Mar 1927 at Benton, FCI Archie s/o George A HICKS and Sarah Alice PIERCE Beulah d/o Samuel FRED and Etta BECKMAN -SRJ > -----Original Message----- > From: ilfrankl-bounces@rootsweb.com [mailto:ilfrankl- > bounces@rootsweb.com] On Behalf Of Larry Lance via > Sent: Monday, February 23, 2015 9:56 AM > To: elvis500@frontier.com; ilfrankl@rootsweb.com > Subject: Re: [ILFRANKL] GILBERT, Norma J. (OBIT) > > Her mother's maiden name was FRED, not FORD from other posts. > > -----Original Message----- > From: ilfrankl-bounces@rootsweb.com [mailto:ilfrankl- > bounces@rootsweb.com] On Behalf Of elvis500@frontier.com via > Sent: Monday, February 23, 2015 9:25 AM > To: Franklin Co.; Jefferson Co. Il. > Subject: [ILFRANKL] GILBERT, Norma J. (OBIT) > > Norma J. Gilbert, 84, of Christopher, a beloved mother, grandmother and > great-grandmother, passed away Feb. 21, 2015 at Countryside Manor, in Mt. > Vernon, IL.Norma was born Nov. 11, 1930 in Scheller, the daughter of Archie > Hicks and Beulah (Ford) Hicks.She was a homemaker and a member of > Christopher Church of Christ. Norma was a great cook and liked to feed > people.Norma married Kenneth Gilbert and he preceded her in death on > Feb. 20, 1980.She is survived by her children, Kathie and Randy Furlow, > Christopher, IL, Ron and Sharon Gilbert, of Danville, IN, Roger and Cathy > Gilbert, of Dandridge, TN, Kendrea and Mickey Johnson, Mt. Vernon, IL; > daughter-in-law Pat Gilbert, of Salem, IL; grandchildren Jason Gilbert, Chad > Gilbert, Adam Gilbert, Zack Gilbert, Amelia Clark, Alicia Furlow, Bryan Furlow, > Kristin Atchison, Gilbert Johnson, Yvette Johnson, Doug Rhea, Joe Rhea, > Jonathan Rhea; great-grandchildren Ashley Gilbert, Natasha Gilbert, Ava > Gilbert, Tyler Gilbert, Josh Gilbert, Jul! > ia Gilbert, Jaqueline Gilbert, Aubrey Clark, Gregory Clark, Kenny Clark, > Sydney Atchison, Sawyer Atchison, Macie Furlow, Cheyanne Rhea, Savanna > Rhea, Will Rhea, Madison Rhea and Lily Rhea.Norma is also survived by two > sisters, Janet and Bill Kesler, Christopher, IL and Karen Winget, of Scheller > and one brother, Ronnie Hicks, of Scheller, IL; two sisters-in-law Marilyn > Hicks, Tamaroa, IL and Betty Hicks, of Steelville, IL. She is also survived by > several nieces and nephews.Norma was preceded in death by her parents, > husband, one son Rodney Gilbert, three brothers Delmar Hicks, Jesse Frank > Hicks and William Hicks.Graveside funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on > Monday, Feb. 23, 2015 at Knob Prairie Cemetery, located north of > Waltonville. Gilbert Funeral Home, in Christopher, is in charge of > arrangements. For more information visit gilbertfuneralhomes.com >

Karen Sue Peters married Joe Toigo. The Southern Illinoisan, February 23, 1996 BENTON - Karen Sue Toigo , 54, of 1114 E. Ruth St. died Wednesday, Feb. 21, 1996, in St. John Hospital in Springfield. Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday in Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher, with the Rev. Steve Cunningham officiating. Burial will be in Harrison Cemetery in Buckner. Visitation will be after 6 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Mrs. Toigo was a registered nurse for 33 years, and worked at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Marion for 18 years. She was born Nov. 13, 1941, in Benton to Charles and Lorraine (Parks) Peters. Survivors include one son, Shannon Toigo of Christopher; one sister, Sharon Dollus of Du Quoin; her parents, of Christopher; and several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. One brother, Charles Richard Peters, preceded her in death.

The Southern Illinoisan, February 10, 1999 CHRISTOPHER - Charles E. Peters , 84, of 808 S. Jesse St. died Tuesday, Feb. 9, 1999, in Fair Acres Nursing Home in Du Quoin. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher, with the Rev. Jerry Aken officiating. Burial will be in Harrison Cemetery in Buckner. Visitation will be after 6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Mr. Peters was a retired office clerk for Hoe Supply. He was born March 24, 1914, in Tilden to Fred and Stella (Monteith) Peters . He married Lorain E. Park on April 15, 1933, in Vienna. She survives. Other survivors include one daughter, Sharon R. Dollus of Du Quoin; and two sisters, Maxine Norris of Sun City, Calif., and Wilma Ryan of Marietta, Ga. One son, Charles Richard Peters , and one daughter, Karen Sue Toigo, preceded him in death.

The Southern Illinoisan, October 31, 2003 MULKEYTOWN -- Jeffery Phillips , 44, died at 8:25 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, 2003, in his home. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher, with the Rev. John Sneil officiating. Burial will be in Harrison Cemetery in Buckner. Visitation will be after 6 p.m. today in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family and will be accepted by the funeral home. Jeffery was born May 23, 1959, in Christopher, to Luther Phillips and Margaret Swafford. He married Sherry Eubanks Phillips , and she survives. He was employed by Bione Truck Services for 11 years. He was a member of the First Apostolic Church of Zeigler. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Joy and Tommy Beleos of Christopher; a son and daughter-in-law, Terry and Brooke Flood Jr. of Christopher; two grandchildren, Kenda Flood and Jaiden Beleos; five sisters and brothers-in-law, Debbie and Alan Chapman of Coello, Cindy and John Monori of Bucker, Abbey and Danny Hampton of Mulkeytown, Ruby and Paul Williams of Christopher and Rose and David Spears of Benton; and three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Luther Phillips Jr. of Coello, Steve and Trudy Phillips of Valier and Marty and Michelle Phillips of Shelton.

The Benton Evening News, January 21, 2004 Christopher - Michael E. Pinkham , 46, of Christopher died Sunday, Jan. 4, 2004, at his home. A funeral service is scheduled for 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7, at the Gilbert Funeral Home, 209 N. Emma in Christopher. Burial will be in the Harrison Cemetery in Buckner. Visitation is from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6, at the funeral home. Mr. Pinkham was born May 15, 1957, in Elgin, the son of Carl and Dolores (Williamson) Pinkham , both of whom survive in Christopher. Mr. Pinkham , a retired truck driver, was of the Methodist faith. Also surviving are siblings Glenn and Kara Pinkham of Christopher.

Maiden Name Williamson. -----Original Message----- From: rwlmn via <ilfrankl@rootsweb.com> To: ilfrankl-l <ilfrankl-l@rootsweb.com> Sent: Fri, Feb 27, 2015 12:19 pm Subject: [ILFRANKL] Dolores iamson Pinkham 1937 2007 The Benton Evening News, September 28, 2007 Christopher - Dolores Pinkham , 70, of Christopher died Thursday, Sept. 27, 2007, at the Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. A funeral service is scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher, officiated by the Rev. Gary Farthing. Burial will be in the Harrison Cemetery in Buckner. Visitation will be after 6 p.m. Friday. Dolores was born Aug. 28, 1937, in Carterville, the daughter of Elmer and Edith (Canon) Williamson. She was married to Carl Pinkham of Christopher. A homemaker, she was a member of the Christ's View Christian Church in Christopher. She is survived by her son, Glen Pinkham of Christopher, and her sister, Eleanor Smith of Mulkeytown. She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Michael Pinkham ; and one daughter-in-law, Kara Pinkham. ------------------------------- 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

The Benton Evening News, September 28, 2007 Christopher - Dolores Pinkham , 70, of Christopher died Thursday, Sept. 27, 2007, at the Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. A funeral service is scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher, officiated by the Rev. Gary Farthing. Burial will be in the Harrison Cemetery in Buckner. Visitation will be after 6 p.m. Friday. Dolores was born Aug. 28, 1937, in Carterville, the daughter of Elmer and Edith (Canon) Williamson. She was married to Carl Pinkham of Christopher. A homemaker, she was a member of the Christ's View Christian Church in Christopher. She is survived by her son, Glen Pinkham of Christopher, and her sister, Eleanor Smith of Mulkeytown. She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Michael Pinkham ; and one daughter-in-law, Kara Pinkham.

  Ruth Ann Kent, age 52, of Marion, IL passed away suddenly at 12:36 p.m. on Tuesday, February 24, 2015, in Heartland Regional Medical Center of Marion, IL.She was born on Saturday. May 26, 1962, in Marion, IL the daughter of Elbert Lee and Juanita Ruth (Kelley) Bedwell.Ruth Ann attended school in Marion and was a graduate of Marion High School in 1980.She was united in marriage to Roland Eugene Kent November 4, 2011 in Marion, IL and he survives.Ruth Ann is of the Baptist faith and also enjoyed spending time managing her home and seeing to the needs of her family.She is survived by her husband, Roland E. Kent of Marion, IL; two step children, Dale Ray Bozarth and Mandy Jo Bozarth both of Marion, IL; two sisters and one brother, Carol Bean of Big Indian, NY and Patricia Fleming and her husband, Brian and their children, Kinsey and Kasey all of St. Charles, MO; brother, Ron Bedwell and wife, Shelli and their daughter, Justine all of Mulkeytown, IL, other extended family and many friends.She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, John and Joseph Bedwell. Arrangements for Ruth Ann Kent have been entrusted to Wilson-McReynolds Funeral Home, 900 N. Court St., Marion, IL. The time of the visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2015, at the funeral home.Following the time of visitation the funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Scott Kallem presiding.Interment will follow in Oakwood Cemetery of Carterville, IL.

  | Ernest “Paul” West passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2015 surrounded by his loved ones. Paul was born the youngest of five children on March 4, 1943 in Cairo, Illinois to Loyie Elvis and Flossie Mae Lessar West. Paul married Brenda Kay Jones on March 6, 1965 in South Elgin, Illinois.  Paul had two sons, Curtis and Joshua. Throughout the 1960s and mid ‘70s, Paul was one of the foremost fast-pitch softball pitchers in Illinois.  He was sought by teams throughout the state.  He was also an avid fisherman and enjoyed shooting. Paul is survived by his wife, Brenda; his two sons Curtis (Terri) West, Joshua (Valerie) West; six grandchildren: Helen, Audra, Andrew, Noah, Nathan, and JoshLynn.  His is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Awaiting Paul in Heaven, were his parents, Loyie and Flossie; sisters, Reba (Jesse) White, Betty (David) Hutchison; brothers, Dean (Geraldine) West, and Charles West; nephew, Kenny Miller. Graveside services will be held at 1:00p.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2015 at St. John’s Cemetery in Dongola, Illinois with Brother Mike Cash officiating.  There will be no visitation.  Friends are asked to meet at the cemetery prior to the funeral service.  Union Funeral Home – West Frankfort, Illinois is in charge of arrangements.  | | | Increase

  Leon A. Blaszczynski, 90, of Benton, IL, died 1:30 a.m., Wednesday, February 25, 2015, at his residence. Leon was born on April 9, 1924, in Benton, the son of Victor & Helen (Gostowski) Blaszczynski. He married the former Alice Thompson on September 23, 1950 and she survives. Mr. Blaszczynski served in the Merchant Marines during WWII. He was then drafted into the Army during the Korean War. He was a member of the carpenters union and worked in the mining industry. He enjoyed crappie fishing, wood working as a master carpenter, bowling and visiting with his friends at Hardee’s. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Mitchell Blaszczynski, Theodore Blaszczynski and Carl Blaszczynski and three sisters, Josephine Blaszczynski, Francis Yezerski and Rozelia (Rose) Halupka. Surviving relatives include his wife Alice, one brother, Vincent Blaszczynski and lots of loving nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m., Saturday, February 28, 2015, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Benton IL. Funeral Service will be held 11 a.m., Saturday, February 28, 2015, at the church with Father Joseph Trapp officiating. Burial will follow services at Tower Heights Cemetery, West Frankfort, IL with military rites by the Benton American Legion Post 280, VFW Post 2671 and the National Guard Honors Team. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of Southern Illinois.

  Walter Underwood1942-2015Pending at Gilbert-Brayfield Funeral Home

  Harold "Dean" Rogers, age 74, of Owosso, Michigan passed away Wednesday, February 18, 2015 at his home. Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, February 21, 2015 at Salem Lutheran Church with Pastor James Bare officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Nelson-House Funeral Home on Friday from 2 pm to 8 pm. Harold was born September 13, 1940 in West Frankfort, the son of Harry and Marie (Dixon) Rogers. He graduated from West Frankfort High School and was a member of Salem Lutheran Church and U.A.W. Local 659. Harold enjoyed fishing and hunting; especially duck hunting. He loved horses and was a hobby farmer. Harold looked forward to time with his family at the cabin. He married Bonny Rogers at Salem Lutheran Church on October 27, 1962. Harold retired from General Motors after 37 1/2 years of service. He is survived by his wife Bonny; daughters Kimberly (Thomas) Renwick and Kelly (Amos) Knapp; grandchildren Thomas Renwick, Alyssa Renwick and Matthew Renwick and Cody (Caitlyn) Knapp and Samantha Knapp; great-grandchildren Conner Knapp; brother Robert (Sue) Rogers; sister Gayla (Mike) Mondino; brother and sister-in-laws William (Marcia) Collard, Joyce Collard, Robert Collard, David Collard, Margo Rust, Gregory (Donna) Collard, Rebecca (Wayne) Maybaugh; many nieces, nephews and other loving family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents and brother-in-law Thomas Collard. Memorial contributions are suggested to Salem Lutheran Church. Obituary provided by Union Funeral Home-West Frankfort, Illinois. Published in Daily American News from Feb. 24 to Feb. 25, 2015