Rosetta Rae Risinger 76-year-old Grayville resident, Rosetta Rae Risinger, died Sunday, February 6 at Mt. Vernon Health Care Center in Mt. Vernon, IL. She was retired from Peoples National Bank in Grayville, where she was a bank teller. She was also a charter member of the Northside Baptist Church in Grayville, serving many years as a Sunday school teacher. Surviving are two daughters, Belinda Funkhouser of Grayville and Yvonne Hallam of Mt. Vernon, IL; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchiidren. Rosetta's remains were cremated, and a visitation and memorial service will be held Tuesday, February 8 at the Northside Baptist Church in Grayivlle. Visitation is at 4 p.m. with the memorial service at 5 p.m. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery at Grayville. Memorials may be made to the Northside Baptist Church, Grayville Senior Citizens or VNA Tip Hospice, and will be accepted at the Cook Funeral Chapel in Grayville, which is in charge of the arrangements.

CARTERVILLE -- Gary "Pappy" Emery, 66, died Friday, Feb. 4, 2011, in Memorial Hospital in Carbondale, surrounded by his family, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m., Monday, Feb. 7, in Riggin-Pillatsch and Burke Funeral Home in Carterville with the Rev. Danny Norman and Pastor Michael Williams officiating. Burial will be in North Oakwood Cemetery in Carterville. Visitation will be Monday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Carterville Athletic Booster Club. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Gary was born Nov. 12, 1944, in Carterville to Earl and Ruby Marie (Crain) Emery Sr. He married Sandy K. George on July 8, 1977, in Carterville. He is survived by his wife, Sandy Emery of Carterville; two daughters and son-in-law, Kendra and Wayne Taylor and Kristal Emery, all of Carterville; three sons and daughters-in-law, Gary Allen and Lydia Emery of Mount Vernon, Greg Emery and friend, Donna, of Cambria and Kendall and Khrissy Hollister of Carterville; 14 grandchildren, Travis Taylor, Tyler Knox, Tyler Emery, Reagen Emery, Jade Knox, Macey Hollister, Brittan Hollister, Michael Emery, Josh James, Ashley Cates, Nate Polston, Tori Barnett, Jaylyn Barnett and Chase Ticer; two sisters, Wanda Spiller and Sue Jones, both of Carterville; three brothers and sisters-in-laws, Tony and Edith Emery of Carterville, Don and Violet Emery of Johnston City and Jim and Phyllis Emery of Carterville; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Donna and Jim Liddell and Viola Emery, all of Carterville, and Erma Emery of Cambria; and several nieces and nephews. Gary was preceded in death by his parents, five infant brothers and sisters and four brothers, Paul, Delmar, Earl Jr. and Larry Emery. He worked at Diagraph in the shipping department for 10 years. He also worked at Funks G. Hybrid Seed Company in Marion for many years. The most important thing in Gary's life was his family and his devotion to God. He was an outdoorsman in every sense of the word. Gary loved to do yard work with his Dixie Chopper. He enjoyed camping, fishing and hunting with his father-in-law, James George and uncle, Jr. He also belonged to Carterville Boat and Yacht Club. He was an avid Rams football and Carterville Lions fan. Gary was known for his wonderful sense of humor and his big heart. He would anonymously do random acts of kindness for those in need throughout Carterville. He will be dearly missed. Gary's family would like to express their thanks to Dr. Roa and nurses, Ashley, Kathy and his homie, Jessie for all the wonderful care they gave to him. To view this obituary and sign the guest register, please visit www.rigginpillatschburkefh.com.

Lindsey Youngblood and Tyson Conner would like to announce their engagement. Lindsey Youngblood, of Ina, is the daughter of Carl and Merna Youngblood of Keenes. She is the granddaughter of Voris and Gene Draper of Wayne City. She graduated from Wayne City High School in 2002, and graduated in 2005 from Rend Lake College with an associate of science and arts degree. She is employed by Ulti-Med Plus in Mt. Vernon. Tyson Conner, also of Ina, is the son of Terry and Cheryl Conner of Ina and the grandson of Howard Conner of Ina. He graduated from Mt. Vernon Township High School in 2001 and is employed by Mid-West Excavating in Benton. A wedding is planned for 3 p.m. March 19, 2011, at Ina Freewill Baptist Church. Cake and punch will be provided after the wedding and there will be a 7 p.m. band reception at The Zone in Whittington.

MOUNT VERNON -- Ronald Wayne Smith, 67, died at 2:47 a.m., Friday, Feb. 4, 2011, at his home. Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 7, in Hughey Funeral Home in Mount Vernon with the Rev. Frank Huston officiating. Burial will be at East Salem Cemetery in Jefferson County. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 6 at Hughey Funeral Home in Mount Vernon. Memorials may be made to East Salem Cemetery in Memory of Ronald Wayne Smith. Published in The Southern Illinoisan on February 5, 2011

MOUNT VERNON -- James M. "Jimmy" Lewis, 51, died at 4:23 p.m., Monday, Jan. 31, 2011, at his home. Services will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 8, in Hughey Funeral Home in Mount Vernon with Johnathan Schnautz officiating. Burial will be in Mount Vernon Memorial Gardens in Woodlawn. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 7 at Hughey Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Good Samaritan. Published in The Southern Illinoisan on February 5, 2011

MT. VERNON - James M. "Jimmy" Lewis, 51, of Mt. Vernon, passed away at 4:23 p.m. Monday, Jan. 31, 2011, at his home in Mt. Vernon. He was born Thursday, Jan. 14, 1960, in Mt. Vernon, a son of James H. and Sara R. (Quinn) Lewis. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2011, at Hughey Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon with Mr. Johnathan Schnautz officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Vernon Memorial Gardens in Woodlawn. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 7, 2011, at Hughey Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon. Jimmy is survived by his father, James H. Lewis of Dix; two sisters, Phyllis Garner and Tom Duncan of Mt. Vernon and Suzi Ripplinger and husband Danny of Highridge, Mo.; two nephews, Mike Lewis of Anaheim, Calif., and Jeff Garner of Carterville; two nieces, Melanie Brant and husband Tim of Indianapolis, Ind., and Christy Garner of Mt. Vernon; four great-nephews, Anthony and Alex McKinney of Mt. Vernon and Sean and Jacob Brant of Indianapolis, Ind.; and a great-niece, Alexis McKinney of Mt. Vernon. His mother and his grandparents preceded him in death. Jimmy worked at Vernwood Press in Mt. Vernon and later was associated with Lewis Vinyl Products in Bluford. He was an avid NASCAR fan (especially of the driver Jeff Gordon) and he loved to hunt and fish and was an avid barbecue griller known by his family as "King of the Grill." For those who wish, memorials may be given to the Hospice of the Good Samaritan and will be accepted at the funeral home or mailed to Hughey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 721, Mt. Vernon, IL 62864. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Hughey Funeral Home, where you may call 242-3348 or visit www.hugheyfuneralhome1969.com for further information

MT. VERNON - Eddie R. Smith, 68, of Mt. Vernon, passed away at 7:15 p.m. Monday, Jan. 31, 2011, at his residence in Mt. Vernon. He was born on Dec. 28, 1942, in Jefferson County, a son of Marion L. Smith and Media A. Fields. He married Patricia Williamson on Dec. 31, 1965, in Mt. Vernon and she preceded him in death on Dec. 14, 1997. A flag presentation service will be held at 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 4, 2011, at Hughey Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon with Chaplain Ernie Collins officiating. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Eddie is survived by a daughter, Tera R. McAdoo and husband Quint of Mt. Vernon; a son, Bryan Smith of Evansville, Ind.; two grandchildren, Josh Bauer and Cory McAdoo, both of Mt. Vernon; a sister, Mary Jo Hanes and husband Mike of Carbondale; three nieces, Cindi Cox of Orlando, Fla., Mary Inez Hill of Fairfield and Lisa Breithaupt and husband Jason of Waterloo; a nephew, Robbie Hill and wife Cheryl of Alton; and a close family friend, Julie Goree of Mt. Vernon. His parents, his wife, his brother, Maxey Smith, and two sisters, Vivian Pauline Cox and Inez Hill preceded him in death. Eddie worked as a jobsite foremand for J.K. Trotter Construction Company for 20 years and was a self-employed concrete finisher. He served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He was the commander of the Young Marines for over 10 years, was chairman of the Young Marines Ball for several years, was a member of Turner Roehm AMVETS Post 4, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #1376, the American Legion, Elks Mt. Vernon Lodge #755 (L.O.O.M.) and the Mt. Vernon Gun and Sportsman Club. For those who wish, memorials may be given to the Young Marines and will be accepted at the funeral home or mailed to Hughey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 721, Mt. Vernon, IL 62864. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hughey Funeral Home, where you may call 242-3348 or visit www.hugheyfuneralhome1969.com for further

MT. VERNON - Betty Jane Black, 87, of Mt. Vernon, passed away at 6:05 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2011, at St. Mary's Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon. She was born on Saturday, April 21, 1923, in Mt. Vernon, to William and Lillian (Eller) Badgett. She married Henry Black and he preceded her in death on Dec. 2, 2010. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 7, 2011, at Hughey Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon, with Marty Mills officiating. Interment will follow at Bethel Memorial Cemetery in Mt. Vernon. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 6, at Hughey Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon. Betty is survived by a son, James Henry Black III and wife Marilyn of Marana, Ariz.; a stepdaughter, Donna A. Green and husband John of Opdyke; a grandson, Jeffrey Scott Black and wife Lisa of Downers Grove; three step-grandsons, Roger Green and wife Brenda of Mt. Vernon, Randy "Buzz" Green and wife Stephanie of Mt. Vernon and Kevin Green and wife Bobbie of Bonnie; two great-grandchildren, Samuel Thomas Black and Katherine Joy Black of Downers Grove; eight step-great-grandchildren, Samantha Green and fiancé Greg of Centralia, Jason Green of Mt. Vernon, Haley Green of Mt. Vernon, K.J. Green of Bonnie, Nikolas Green of Mt. Vernon, Victoria Green of Mt. Vernon, Tom Wade and friend Sidney of Mt. Vernon and Libbie Wade of Pinckneyville; two step-great-great-granddaughters, Danica and Emily Wade of Mt. Vernon; a sister, Opal Johnson of Americus, Ga.; and several nieces and nephews also survive. Her parents and her husband preceded her in death. Betty worked at the International Shoe Factory and for J.C. Penney Company before retiring; she attended South Hickory Hill Christian Church and she was a member of the Rebekah Lodge. For those who wish, memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society and will be accepted at the funeral home or mailed to Hughey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 721, Mt. Vernon, IL 62864. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hughey Funeral Home, where you may call 242-3348 or visit www.hugheyfuneralhome1969.com for further information and to send condolences

MT. VERNON - Victor "Vic" Rapp, 84, died on Feb. 1, 2011, at his home in Dahlgren. He was born o n the family farm in Dahlgren on March 20, 1926, son of John and Odelia Rapp. He married Elizabeth "Betty" Kreher on Nov. 8, 1956, in Piopolis. Vic was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He served as a Private First Class in Company D, 8th Battalion, as a rifleman instructor. He was a lifelong member of St. John Nepomecene Church in Dahlgren, where he served many years as a trustee and parish council member. He served several years as a school board member for the Dahlgren Schools in addition to many years as a member of the Dahlgren Volunteer Fire Department. Vic was preceded in death by his parents (John and Odella), brothers (Richard, Jerome and Robert), sister (Marcella), and a sister-in-law (Kay Rapp). He is survived by his wife, Betty, of 54 years, eight children and spouses, 18 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Survivors are daughter Karen and husband John Perryman of McLeansboro, grandson Ryan and wife Stefanie Perryman of Belleville, great-grandchildren Grace and Cole, and grandson Aaron Perryman of McLeansboro; daughter Debbie and husband Randy Rubenacker of Dahlgren, grandsons Rick, Robert, and granddaughter Rachel Rubenacker of Dahlgren; daughter Susan and husband Jim Mikel of Terre Haute, Ind., grandson Logan Pyle of Springfield, Mo., granddaughter Taryn and grandson Tanner of Terre Haute, Ind.; daughter Anita and husband David Brown, granddaughter Adrian, and grandson Marshall of Cambria; son David and wife Erica Rapp, grandson David John and granddaughters Madelyn and Caroline of Perth, Australia; son Paul and wife Lisa Rapp, grandsons Clay and Noah of Dahlgren; son John and Chassity Rapp, grandsons J.D. and Zachery of Dahlgren; daughter Vickie and husband Aaron Grant, granddaughter Evan of Mt. Sterling, Ohio. Vic is also survived by his brother, Bernard Rapp of Roseberg, Ore.; sister Loretta and husband Jim Cook of Evansville, Ind.; sister-in-law Lucille Firnstahl of Edgerton, Wis.; several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Vic farmed alongside his family on the family farm in Dahlgren, continuing on after his retirement as an "advisor" to his sons Paul and John. Through the family farm, he passed strong work ethic onto his children. Vic loved spending time with his family and attending his grandchildren's sporting events. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed many hours quail hunting with his lifelong friend Floyd Herzing. He passed his love of hunting on to his children and grandchildren. Vic's proudest achievement was that all eight children attended Rend Lake College. Arrangements are under the direction of Gholson Funeral Home in Dahlgren. Visitation will be held at St. Johns Church in Dahlgren on Friday, Feb. 4, from 5 to 8 p.m. A prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. The funeral Mass will be held Saturday, Feb. 5, at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation be made to St. John Nepomecene Church Building Fund or the Dahlgren Volunteer Fire Department.

Dean Frazier, 90, of Mt. Vernon, passed away at 5:15 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2011, at Way-Fair Restorium in Fairfield. He was born on Nov. 24, 1920, in McLeansboro, son of Francis Marion and Cora Harrawood Frazier. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 5, at Olive Branch Church with the Rev. Richard McCormick officiating. Interment will follow at Olive Branch cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today at Richardson Funeral Home in Wayne City.

Randall John Svanda, 57, of Mt. Vernon, passed away at 2:50 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2011, at St. Mary's Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon. He was born Jan. 11, 1954, in Murphysboro, the son of Otto Svanda and Eldean (Fritsche) Svanda. He is survived by his parents, Otto and Eldean Svanda of Mount Vernon; a sister, Nancy and Paul Knop of Sparta; one niece, Heather and Tyson Moonier of St. Louis, Mo.; two nephews: Ryan Knop of Belleville and Drew Knop (Amy Joiner) of Sparta; and two great nieces, Shay and Lana Moonier of St. Louis, Mo. He was president of Svanda Motors Inc., of Mt. Vernon. Randall was a member of the Elks Lodge and the Moose Lodge of Mt. Vernon. He was also of the Lutheran faith. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Wilson's Funeral Home in Steeleville with the Rev. Bruce Cameron officiating. Burial will be at Ava Evergreen Cemetery in Ava. Visitation will be held at Wilson's Funeral Home, Steeleville from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday and then on Monday from 7:30 am until the hour of service. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. To sign the guest book online, visit www.wil-sonsfuneralhome.net.

GRANDSON OF THEODORE BEATY AND MARY LEONARD BEATY Thomas Ray Johnson, 51, of Ewing, passed away Tuesday morning, Feb. 1, 2011, at Depaul Health Care Center in Bridgeton, Mo. He was born in Aurora on May 7, 1959, the son of Loyd and Katie (Beaty) Johnson. Mr. Johnston was employed at Walgreen's. He is survived by his parents, Loyd and Katie Johnson of Ewing; two daughters, Veronica Johnson of Thompsonville and Cheryl Johnson of Thompsonville; a granddaughter, Desirae; a brother, Charles Johnson and wife Connie of Las Vegas, N.V.; a nephew, Scott; a niece, Shannon; and a special friend, Rhonda Sprehe of Mt. Vernon. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. today at the Thurmond Cemetery in Ewing. There will be no visitation. Those attending the service are requested to meet at the cemetery. The Johnston Funeral Home in Ina is in charge of arrangements.

Bert Randall Bentley, 72, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2011. He was the beloved husband of Karen (nee Kovalchick), loving father of Benny, Beverly Denton (Glenn), Byron (Dec.), Barbara (Dec.), Barry (Lorie), James and Quincy (Cheri). He was the cherished grandfather of 11 and great grandfather of 3, dearest brother of 4 brothers and 5 sisters. Interment will be at Lackey Cemetery in Lackey, Ky. Arrangements are entrusted to the Coreno Funeral Home, Cleveland, Ohio, (216) 941-3434.

Randall J. Svanda, 57, died at 2:50 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2011, in Good Samaritan Hospital in Mount Vernon. Arrangements are incom-plete at Wilson's Funeral Home in Steeleville. Published in The Southern Illinoisan on February 3, 2011

Hattie Jean (Kelso) Miles 64-year-old Mt. Vernon resident, Hattie Jean (Kelso) Miles died at 12:55 p.m. Tuesday, February 1 at Good Samaritan Regional Hospital in Mt. Vernon. Services for Hattie Jean (Kelso) Miles are pending at the Harre Funeral Home

Victor W. (Vic) Rapp, 84, of Dahlgren, passed away at 9:12 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2011, at his home. Funeral arrangements for Victor W. (Vic) Rapp are pending at the Gholson Funeral Home in Dahlgren.

James M. "Jimmy" Lewis, 51, of Mt. Vernon, died at 4:23 p.m. Monday, Jan. 31, 2011, at his residence in Mt. Vernon. Arrangements are pending and are entrusted to the care of Hughey Funeral Home, where you may call 242-3348 or visit www.hugheyfuneralhome1969.com for further information.

Freda Pauline Williams, 86, of Bonnie, passed away at 9:15 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2011, at Countryside Nursing Home in Mt. Vernon. She was born April 5, 1924, the daughter of Raymond and Elsie (Whitlatch) Oathout. She married Marvin Williams on Feb. 19, 1946 at the Bonnie Methodist Church and they were lifelong residents of Bonnie. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 5, at the Church of God in Bonnie, with the Rev. Jack Gatson officiating. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Johnston Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon. Burial will be in Kirk Cemetery in Ina. Freda is survived by two sons, Roger Dale Williams and wife Rita of Bonnie and Bradley Kent Williams and wife Barbara of Mt. Vernon; six grandchildren, Traci (Jason) Batson of Maryville, Alison (Brandon) Storm of Fairview Heights, Kristen (Matt) Cherry of Nashville, Tenn., Scott (Shana) Williams of Mt. Vernon, KEnt (Jessica) Williams of Springfield, Mo., and Lacey (Neil) Sloan of Mt. Vernon; eight great-grandchildren and one due in March, Carson Williams, Camden and Ashlyn Storm, Sabrina Cherry, Kennedy Williams, Avery Sloan and twins Logan and Reid Batson; a sister, Mildred Book of Bonnie; three sisters-in-law, Gerry Williams of Bonnie, Roxie Williams of Trenton and Freida Schmidt of Woodlawn; one brother-in-law, Billy. G. Williams of Bonnie and several loving nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by half brother Virgil Oathout; five brothers-in-law, Fred and Glen Shurtz, Robert and Thurman Williams and Durward Brook; and two sisters-in-law, Melba Shurtz and Jacque Williams. She was a longtime member of the Bonnie Church of God, where she taught Sunday School, played the piano and was an officer of WCG. She was awarded the Mother of the Year award in 2008. Her family was her life; Freda loved her grandchildren and was proud of all their accomplishments. For those who wish, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Bonnie Church of God.

Dennis G. Blanks, age 57, of Sterling, Massachusetts and a former resident of Mt. Vernon, IL passed away 1:30 p.m. Monday, January 31, 2011 at Leminister Hospital in Sterling, Massachusetts. Dennis was born May 26, 1953 in Clovis, New Mexico the son of Gale and Joan (McAlister) Blanks. He Married Kathy (Brennan) and she survives in Sterling. He was a truck driver for over thirty years. He is also survived by his parents, Gale and Joan Blanks of Mt. Vernon; and one sister, Nancy Phillips of Mt. Vernon. he was preceded in death by his brother Larry "Dickie" Blanks. As per his wishes no Public services will be held. For more information you may call Newell Funeral Home at 246-0100

Eddie R. Smith, 68, of Mt. Vernon, Illinois passed away at 7:15 P.M. on Monday, January 31, 2011 at his residence in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. Mr. Smith was born on December 28, 1942 in Jefferson County, Illinois the son of the late Marion L. Smith and Media A. Fields. He married Patricia Williamson on December 31, 1965 in Mt. Vernon, Illinois and she preceded him in death on December 14, 1997. Surviving family members include his daughter: Tera R. McAdoo and husband Quint of Mt. Vernon, Illinois; son: Bryan Smith of Evansville, Indiana; 2 grandchildren: Josh Bauer and Cory McAdoo both of Mt. Vernon, Illinois; sister: Mary Jo Hanes and husband Mike of Carbondale, Illinois; 3 nieces: Cindi Cox of Orlando, Florida, Mary Inez Hill of Fairfield, Illinois and Lisa Breithaupt and husband Jason of Waterloo, Illinois; nephew: Robbie Hill and wife Cheryl of Alton, Illinois; close family friend: Julie Goree of Mt. Vernon, Illinois. His parents, wife, brother: Maxey Smith and two sisters: Vivian Pauline Cox and Inez Hill preceded him in death. ddie worked as a job site foreman for J.K. Trotter Construction Company for 20 years and was a self employed concrete finisher. He served in the United States Marine Corp. during the Veitnam War. He was commander of the Young Marines for over 10 years and chairman of Young Marines Ball for several years. He was also a member of the Amvets, VFW, American Legion, Elks and the Mt. Vernon Gun and Sportsman Club. VISITATION: will be held from 5 to 8:00 P.M. on Friday, February 5, 2011 at Hughey Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. Flag Presentation Service will be held at 8:00 P.M. on Friday, February 4, 2011 at Hughey Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. Chaplain Ernie Collins will officiate. In accordance with Mr. Smith's wishes he will be cremated. For those who wish, memorials may be given to the Young Marines and will be accepted at the funeal home or may be mailed to Hughey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 721, Mt. Vernon, Illinois 62864.