MT. VERNON - A reception is being held on Jan. 30, 2011, from 1 to 4 p.m. at St. John's Catholic Hall in Dahlgren for James W. and Mary M. (Parkhill) Cross to celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary. They were married Jan. 31, 1951, in Mt. Vernon by the late W. O. Page, justice of the peace. They have seven children, Viola with Rusty, Betty with Mike, Pauline with Janice, Mary Jo with Keith, Bud with Ellen, J.D. with Jeannie and Ray, who passed away Feb. 14, 1993. James and Mary have 14 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. All family and friends are invited, but cards or letters would be appreciated if you are unable to attend. Their address is Rt. 1, Box 41, Dahlgren, IL 62828.

MT. VERNON - Bob and Elaine Schlau of Centralia and Gary and Cheryl Lankford of Walnut Hill are pleased to announce the marriage of Debra Sue Schlau to Stuart Kent Lankford. Debra and Stuart were married at 3 p.m. June 19, 2010, at the First United Presbyterian Church in Centralia with the Rev. Dr. Ed Evans officiating. The church was decorated with wreaths, glass green bows and bouquets of flowers. The bride wore a Maggie Sottero white strapless one-piece, corset gown with lace over delustered satin that was embellished with bugle beads, sequins and pearls with a sweep train. Her veil was waist length edged in crystals. Debra's maid of honor was Dorothy Klein, her future sister-in-law. Her bridesmaids were Shayla Birkner Marine, friend of the bride; Sarah Schlau, cousin of the bride; and Amber Lee, friend of the bride. The bride's attendants wore dresses of pool blue with ruching on one side and a corset back. The flower girl was Audrey Schlau, cousin of the bride and the ring bearer was Amber Lankford, second-cousin of the groom. Their dresses were glass green with a pool blue ribbon at the waist. Amber carried a pillow that had been hand made for Debra and Stuart by his aunt, Teri LeAnne McDonough. Stuart's best man was David Schlau, long time friend and now brother-in-law. His groomsmen were Jeremy McDonough, cousin of the groom, Patrick Stark, friend of the groom, and Jason Davis, friend of the groom. Philip and Stephen Carter, cousins of the bride, served as ushers. Travis Bush, friend of the groom, read scripture during the ceremony. Diana Brink played the piano during the ceremony. Parents entered the church to "Canon in D" by Pachelbel. The attendants processed in to "Eyes on Me" by Nobuo Uematsu. Debra was escorted down the aisle by her father to "Bridal March" as arranged by Jonathan Cain. The song "Sometimes" by Henry and Felice Mancini was played during the lighting of the unity candle and presentation of roses to the mothers. This song was sung many years ago at the wedding of Bob and Elaine Schlau, parents of the bride. Mallory Lankford, cousin of the groom, Lauren Carter, cousin of the bride, and Allison Schlau, cousin of the bride, assisted with programs, guest book and passing out cones of rose petals. A reception was held following the wedding at Mariner's Village Hall in Carlyle. The hall was decorated with candles and fresh flowers. The wedding cake featured a variety of flavors and was decorated with fresh flowers to match Debra's bouquet. Debra and Stuart entered the hall to the "Imperial March" from Star Wars. Following toasts by the honor attendants, they danced their first dance as husband and wife to "Amazed" by Lonestar. Music was provided by H & H Audio DJ. The bride is a 2002 graduate of Centralia High School and a 2007 graduate of McKendree University. She is currently employed as the general music teacher, and band and chorus director at Central City Grade School. She is the granddaughter of Gene and Nella Schlau of Centralia and Helen Carter Nance and the late Julian Carter and the step granddaughter of George Nance of Collinsville. The groom is a 2003 graduate of Centralia High School and a 2007 graduate of St. Louis University. He also earned his respiratory therapy certification through Kaskaskia College. He is currently employed by the Murphysboro Hospital Sleep Clinic. Stuart is the grandson of Ruth Lankford and the late William E. Lankford of Mt. Vernon and Marcella Peacock and the late Francis Peacock, also of Mt. Vernon.

Wed Jan 26, 2011, 07:15 PM CST MT. VERNON - Fred E. Simmons, 82, of Mt. Vernon, passed away at 12:25 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2011, at Crossroads Community Hospital in Mt. Vernon. He was born in Divide on Oct. 11, 1928, the son of Newton and Gladys "McKinney" Simmons. On June 19, 1951, in Kell, he married Dorothy Sanders and she survives in Mt. Vernon. Mr. Simmons was retired from Great Plains Gas Company. He attended Panther Fork School and graduated from Mt. Vernon Township High School. He served his country in the U.S. Army as a military policeman and was a member of the Mt. Vernon American Legion, Post #141. Mr. Simmons was a Member of Dix United Methodist Church. In addition to his wife, Mr. Simmons is survived by two children, Diana Lynn Jacobson and husband Robert of Mt. Vernon and Bruce Wayne Simmons and wife Tina of Divide; five grandchildren, Clinton Taylor and wife Kelley of Mt. Vernon, Dustin Simmons and wife Laura of Mt. Vernon, Andrew and John Jacobson of Edwardsville and Cory Simmons of Divide; three great grandchildren, Tucker and Taytum Taylor and Carleigh Rae Simmons all of Mt. Vernon and two sisters, Zella Kester of Ohio, and Evelyn Gipson of Tennessee. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, Jan. 30, 2011, at 1 p.m. at Osborn Funeral Home in Dix, with the Rev. Michael Hall officiating. Burial will follow at Jordan Chapel Cemetery in rural Texico. Graveside military rites will be accorded by American Legion Post #141 of Mt. Vernon. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Dix United Methodist Church and received at the Osborn Funeral Home in Dix, PO BOX 130, Dix, IL, 62830. Online condolences may be made at www.osbornfuneralhomeinc.com.

Mary Ann Palm, 86, of Mt. Vernon, passed away at 12:20 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 27, 2011, at Crossroads Community Hospital in Mt. Vernon. She was born on Sunday, Feb. 24, 1924, in Birmingham, Ala., the daughter of James and Mable Lee (Shaw) Winchester. She married Robert Alfred Palm on Sept. 7, 1946, in West Allis, Wis., and he preceded her in death on Feb. 9, 2006. In accordance with Mary's wishes, she is being cremated. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. She is survived by a son, Robert Lee (Rusty) Palm and wife Amber of Tuscon, Ariz.; two daughters, Cynthia Ann Longwell and husband Dr. Charles of Mt. Vernon and Catherine Ann Palm-Gessner and husband Dr. Robert of Prescott, Ariz.; three grandchildren, Dr. Charles Longwell III and wife Diana of Springfield, Kathleen Palm and fiance Kevin Summers of Oak Park and Elyse Hauge and husband Joe of Tuscon, Ariz.; her best buddy, "Tommy," her cat; a sister-in-law, Jean Plam of Munroe Falls, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews also survive. Her parents, husband, one infant granddaughter, Rachel Ann Longwell; and one brother, James Shaw, preceded her in death. Mary was a registered nurse, having graduated from the Columbia Hospital School of Nursing in Milwaukee, Wis. She was also a member of the First Presbyterian Church. For those who wish, memorials may be given to the First Presbyterian Church 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 and to send condolences

Pennellopie "Penny" J. Brasher, 68, of Mt. Vernon, died at 5:55 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 27, 2011, at Nature Trail Nursing Home in Mt. Vernon. She was born Thursday, Jan. 21, 1943, in Philip, Texas, the daughter of Kenneth L. and Daphne (Harris) Schooler. Memorial services will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday at Christian Fellowship Church in Mt. Vernon with Scott Mattingly officiating. Visitation will be from 3 p.m until service time at the church. Pennellopie is survived by two sons, Jimmy F. Brasher Jr. and wife Eileen of Canyon, Texas and Clay Maxwell of Oklahoma City, Okla.; a daughter, Dana D. Mattingly and husband Scott of Mt. Vernon; six grandchildren, Aaron and Emily Brasher of Canyon, Texas, Zoe and Abby Mattingly of Mt. Vernon and Jacob and Christina Maxwell of Oklahoma City, Okla.; a brother, Rickey Lynn Schooler of Sweeney, Texas; and four sisters, Gena WIllis and husband Tom of Sun Prairie, Wis., Angela McGovern and husband Roger of Mt. Vernon Debra Schooler of Houston, Texas and Gay Schooler. Several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents; stepfather, Ed Brawley; and a brother, Buddy. Pennellopie worked at Executive Air Charter and at Mayflower Transfer and Storage as a secretary and was an owner and operator of a daycare for three years. She was a great nanny. For those who wish, memorials may be given to the Girl Scouts of America or donor's choice 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 and to send condolences.

MOUNT VERNON -- Mary Ann Palm, 86, died at 12:20 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 27, 2011, in Crossroads Community Hospital in Mount Vernon. According to her wishes, she will be cremated. A memorial service will be at a later date. Hughey Funeral Home in Mount Vernon is in charge of arrangements. Published in The Southern Illinoisan on January 28, 2011

MOUNT VERNON -- Pennellopie "Penny" J. Brasher, 68, died at 5:55 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 27, 2011, in Nature Trail Nursing Home. Services will be at 4 p.m. Sunday in Christian Fellowship Church in Mount Vernon with Minister Scott Mattingly officiating. Visitation will be from 3 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the church. Memorials may be made to Girl Scouts of America. Hughey Funeral Home in Mount Vernon is in charge of arrangements. Published in The Southern Illinoisan on January 28, 2011

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: KayFakhar Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.illinois.counties.jefferson/3172/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Lorena Longbons Bradshaw [26 Apr 1909 - 07 Apr 1993 Dix, Jefferson, IL] -Daughter of Joseph Longbons & Alma Stafford -Married Unknown Bradshaw prior to 1920, possibly Edwards Co., IL Child: Raymond L. Bradshaw [17 Aug 1928 - 11 Apr 2009 Harvard, Mchenry, IL] Thank you very much! -Kay Email: KayClerc@aol.com Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: KayFakhar Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.illinois.counties.jefferson/104.35/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hello, Just wondering if you have a connection to the following? Lorena Longbons [26 Apr 1909-07 Apr 1993 Dix, Jefferson, IL] md. Unknown Bradshaw prior to 1920, possibly Edwards Co., IL Child: Raymond L. Bradshaw [17 Aug 1928 - 11 Apr 2009 Harvard, Mchenry, IL] Thanks, Kay Email: KayClerc@aol.com Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

Sheryl Marlene Hutchison, 59, of Mt. Vernon, Illinois passed away at 12:26 A.M. on Thursday, January 27, 2011 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. Sheryl was born on Wednesday, February 14, 1951 in Detroit, Michigan the daughter of the late Merle Wilbern and Callie June (Lampley) Hutchison. She was never married. Surviving family members include her brother: Jerry Lee Hutchison of Athens, Georgia; step brother: Kenneth Jerrell and wife Betty of Arizona; step sister: Carolyn Milloli of Texas; several nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews also survive. Her parents, one sister: Charlotta June Castic, her step father: Leon Jerrell and one step brother: Freddie Jerrell preceded her in death. Sheryl was a ticket agent for Greyhound Bus of Mt. Vernon, Illinois for 20 years. She was of the Christian faith. Per Sheryl's request cremation will be held and no public services are being held.

Waymon L. "Speed" Wright, 70, of Cravat, Illinois passed away at 2:45 P.M. on Wednesday, January 26, 2011 at St. Mary's Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. Speed was born on Thursday, February 1, 1940 in Wayne City, Illinois the son of the late Frank & Opal (Mahan) Wright. He married Betty E. Burton on March 22, 1958. Surviving family members include his wife: Betty E. Wright of Cravat, Illinois; 3 daughters: Terry Fisher and husband Mark of Mt. Vernon, Illinois, Sherry Kehrer and husband Steve of Woodlawn, Illinois and Mary Koenegstein and husband Kevin of Odin, Illinois; 7 grandchildren: Jeremy Fisher and wife Amy of Tampa, Florida, Rachel Fisher of Kinmundy, Illinois, Lindsey Fisher of Mt. Vernon, Illinois, Josh Kehrer of Woodlawn, Illinois, Jordan Kehrer of Woodlawn, Illinois, Amber Sprehe and husband Jason of Woodlawn, Illinois and Christina Sexton of Odin, Illinois; great grandson: Breven Daniel Fisher of Tampa, Florida; 2 brothers: Raymond Wright of Monroe Center, Illinois and David Jacobs and wife Linda of Alabama; 4 sisters: Inez Capps and husband Bill of Rock Island, Illinois, Janice Anacker of Rockford, Illinois, Connie Spoonmore and husband Richard of Madison, Florida and Shirley Wilcox of Madison, Florida; several nieces and nephews also survive. His parents preceded him in death Speed worked at Agripride F.S. in Woodlawn, Illinois and was plant manager at Agripride F.S. in Belle Rive, Illinois. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, reading and traveling. VISITATION: will be held from 5 to 7:00 P.M. on Friday, January 28, 2011 at Hughey Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. GRAVESIDE SERVICES: will be held at 3:30 P.M. on Saturday, January 29, 2011 at Boyd Cemetery in Boyd, Illinois. Reverend Jeremy Hamson will officiate. INTERMENT: Boyd Cemetery in Boyd, Illinois.

John E. Woodrome, 55, of Encinitas, California formerly of Mt. Vernon, Illinois passed away at 11:50 P.M. on Tuesday, January 25, 2011 at Carlsbad, California. Arrangements are pending at Hughey Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon, Illinois where friends may inquire for more information.

CHRISTOPHER -- Marye Evanchik, 86, died Sunday, Jan. 23, 2011, at her home. She was born Oct. 29, 1924, in Christopher, the daughter of Nick Starasta and Mary (Spontak) Starasta. She was married to Joseph Evanchik and he preceded her in death March 21, 1995. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Andrews Catholic Church in Christopher. Survivors include two sons, Stephen Evanchik of Christopher and Nick Evanchik of Plantsville, Wis.; grandchildren, Jackie, Jullie, Stephenie, Joseph and Mike; sister, Anne Pastorino of Mount Prospect; sister-in-law, Ann Murphy; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; a brother, Charles Starasta; and one grandson, Nick Jr. Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday Jan.28, 2011, in Gilbert Funeral Home of Christopher. Interment will be at St. Andrews Cemetery in Christopher. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. For more information, visit www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com. Published in The Southern Illinoisan on January 26, 2011

Waymon L. "Speed" Wright, 70, of Cravat, passed away at 2:45 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2011, at St. Mary's Good Samaritan Hospital 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.

CARLSBAD, Calif. - John E. Woodrome, 55, of Encinitas, Calif., formerly of Mt. Vernon, passed away at 11:50 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2011, at Carlsbad, Calif. Arrangements are pending and are entrusted to the care of Hughey Funeral Home where you may call (618) 242-3348 or visit www.hugheyfuneralhome1969.com for further information.

Fred E. Simmons, 82, of Mt. Vernon, passed away at 12:25 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2011, at Crossroads Community Hospital in Mt. Vernon. He was born in Divide on Oct. 11, 1928, the son of Newton and Gladys "McKinney" Simmons. On June 19, 1951, in Kell, he married Dorothy Sanders and she survives in Mt. Vernon. Mr. Simmons was retired from Great Plains Gas Company. He attended Panther Fork School and graduated from Mt. Vernon Township High School. He served his country in the U.S. Army as a military policeman and was a member of the Mt. Vernon American Legion, Post #141. Mr. Simmons was a Member of Dix United Methodist Church. In addition to his wife, Mr. Simmons is survived by two children, Diana Lynn Jacobson and husband Robert of Mt. Vernon and Bruce Wayne Simmons and wife Tina of Divide; five grandchildren, Clinton Taylor and wife Kelley of Mt. Vernon, Dustin Simmons and wife Laura of Mt. Vernon, Andrew and John Jacobson of Edwardsville and Cory Simmons of Divide; three great grandchildren, Tucker and Taytum Taylor and Carleigh Rae Simmons all of Mt. Vernon and two sisters, Zella Kester of Ohio, and Evelyn Gipson of Tennessee. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, Jan. 30, 2011, at 1 p.m. at Osborn Funeral Home in Dix, with the Rev. Michael Hall officiating. Burial will follow at Jordan Chapel Cemetery in rural Texico. Graveside military rites will be accorded by American Legion Post #141 of Mt. Vernon. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Dix United Methodist Church and received at the Osborn Funeral Home in Dix, PO BOX 130, Dix, IL, 62830. Online condolences may be made at www.osbornfuneralhomeinc.com

Stanton Gale Foutch, 92, of Dix, passed away at 9:10 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 25, 20ll, at Nature Trail Nursing Center in Mt. Vernon. He was born in Grand Prairie Township, Jefferson County, on Oct. 25, 1918, the son of Oscar and Maggie (Hails) Foutch. On April 19, 1947, he married Vera Mae (Copple) Foutch and she survives in Dix (Boyd). Stanton went to Gold Hill school and as a teenager, lived with and farmed for the Willis Garren Family. As an adult, he was a heavy equipment operator for Rome Township, then for Jefferson County, and then for the State of Illinois, during the construction of Interstate 57. He was also an avid gardener (known for making delicious lime pickles and pickled beets), a hunter, a fisherman, and after retirement he repaired lawn mowers and small engines at his home in Boyd. Stanton was a member and past deacon of Boyd Christian Church. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter Nancy (Foutch) Beverstock and husband Jack of Linton, Ind.; four granddaughters, Melinda Beverstock of Brownsburg, Ind., Michele (Beverstock) Snider of Brownsburg, Ind., Leigh Anne (Hearl) Shields and husband Scott of Cumming, Ga., and Nanette (Hearl) Potter and husband Roy, Bargersville, Ind.; six great grandchildren, Kelly Shields and Brett Shields of Cumming, Ga., Jonathon (Yogi) Snider of Brownsburg, Ind., Isaac Beverstock of Brownsburg, Ind., Baleigh Anne Potter and R. J. Potter of Bargersville, Ind. He was preceded in death by his parents and four sisters, Marcelline, Aileen, Berniece and Wanda. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and funeral services at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 29, 2011, at Boyd Christian Church with Jason Poznick, David Hoke and Michael Hoke officiating. Burial will follow at Boyd Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Boyd Christian Church and received at the church or at Osborn Funeral Home in Dix, P. O. Box 130, Dix, IL 62830. Osborn Funeral Home is in charge of services, and online condolences may be made at www.osbornfuneralhomeinc.com.

James Warren Donahoo, 91, of Good Samaritan Care Center, Cole Camp, MO, died February 5, 2010, at Bothwell Regional Health Center, Sedalia, MO. Warren was born December 9, 1918 in Mt. Vernon, IL, the second son of George Washington Donahoo and Nina Elfreda (Wilson) Donahoo. On February 18, 1940, Warren was united in marriage to Miriam Marie (Myers) Lyles who preceded him in death September 25, 1990 after 50 years as husband and wife. On June 17, 1991, Warren married Cora Lillian (Vaughn) Hansen of Green Ridge, MO in Medina, TN, who survives of Good Samaritan Care Center. Warren moved to Colorado in the late 1930's and served in the Army Air Force where he was trained to be a pilot before honorably discharged to the Army Reserve in 1939. Later he was activated in 1944 until November 28, 1945, receiving an honorable discharge to civilian life. Warren lived a full life having many hobbies. He loved travel, camping, snow skiing, fishing and hunting. Warren was also a member of the Masonic Lodge, Gideon Bible Society and the Grange of Paonia, CO. He was especially proud of his motorcycles, the favorite being his last one, an Indian Chief. He was a member of the Gravel Gremlins Motorcycle Club whose members annually on New Year's Eve rode to the summit of Pike's Peak and set off fireworks! Most important of all during these many activities Warren was very active as a teacher and deacon in his church serving his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Warren is survived by his daughter, Elizabeth (Clyde) Vailes, Medina, TN; his son, David (Jeannie) Donahoo, Buena Vista, CO; stepson, Melvin Hansen, Sedalia, MO; stepdaughters, Kathrine (Harold) Finke, Green Ridge, MO and Gaye (Jim) Sternberg, Las Vegas, NV; 17 grand and step-grandchilddren plus many great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Warren was preceded in death by granddaughter, Karen Vailes. There will be no family visitation. Memorial services will be held at a later date. The body will be cremated with the cremains interred in the cemetery at Paonia, CO. If desiring to send contributions, the family suggests sending to Gideons International, Box 494, Harrisonville, MO 64701.

Does anyone know who Don Donoho father was in this obit? I am wondering if this Don is James Warren Donoho born 9 Dec 1918 in Jefferson County son. Thanks and Good Luck on all your family searches!!! Wayne M. Vaughn Email address: waynevaughn@waynevaughn.com Vaughn Family Web Site: http://www.waynevaughn.com Pettis County, Sedalia, Missouri 65301 Researching the Vaughn / Vaughan family lines in VA, TN, IL, KY, MO, OK Also researching the: Dinwiddie, Boone, Sledge, Thomas, Williams, Reed, and Finley Families. This Family Site Supports Free Exchange of Family Information, So we all may know our family history! Share your family information your cousin may be just around the corner! ----- Original Message ----- From: "BLS" <elvis500@frontier.com> To: <iljeffer@rootsweb.com> Sent: Wednesday, January 26, 2011 2:50 PM Subject: [ILJEFFER] DONOHO OBIT Mark Lee Donoho age 40 of Mt. Vernon, IL passed away 5:25 a.m. Tuesday, January 25, 2011 at his home in Mt. Vernon. Mark was born on June 14, 1970 in Mt. Vernon, IL the son of Don Donoho and Jo Carol (Faulkner). He married Cara Mick on November 29, 2002 in Colorado Springs, CO. and she survives of Mt. Vernon. Mark worked at Continental General Tire for many years. He was a loving husband and father. Mark is survived by his wife Cara of Mt. Vernon; one son, Zared Lee Donoho of Mt. Vernon; his father, Don Donoho and wife Georgia of Bluford; one sister, Amanda and husband Travis Smarr of Colorado Springs, Colorado; two nephews, Joseph and Joshua Lee Urbaniak; his mother and father in law, Delmar and Patricia Mick of Mt. Vernon; and many other beloved family members . He was preceded in death by his mother, Jo Carol Woods; an infant sister, Jennifer Lynn Woods; his maternal grandparents, Ronald and Edna Chambliss; and his paternal grandparents, Lee and Louise Donoho. Memorial Services for Mark Donoho will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 28, 2011 at the Newell Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon with Rev. Rob Dyer officiating. Family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until service time on Friday. Private Interment will be at a later date in I.O.O.F. Cemetery in Dahlgren. For those who wish in Lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the Mark Donoho Memorial Fund and will be accepted at the funeral home. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Newell Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon where you may call 618-246-0100 for further information Visit the Jefferson County ILGenWeb site at: www.jefferson.ilgenweb.net ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to ILJEFFER-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

FRED E. SIMMONS 82, of Mt Vernon died 1-26-2911 in Mt Vernon son of Newton and Gladys MCKINNEY SIMMONS married Dorothy SANDERS and she survives Funeraql services will be Sunday at Osborn Funeral Home in Dix at 1 pm Visitation 5-8 pm Sat at the funeral home