Gerald "Jerry" Dalman, 75, died at 1:45 p.m. Friday, Jan. 7, 2011, in Good Samaritan Regional Health Center in Mount Vernon. Arrangements are pending at Searby Funeral Home in Tamaroa. Published in The Southern Illinoisan on January 8,

MT. VERNON - Celestnia Simmons, age 103, of Kell, passed away at 2:15 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011, at Odin Health Care Center. She was born July 16, 1907, in Exchange, the daughter of Sanford C. and Martha L. (Gordon) Hill. She married Roy Simmons on Jan. 12, 1939, in St. Louis, and he preceded her in death. Celestnia was a lifelong resident of Kell where she and Roy made their home. She will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Mrs. Simmons is survived by a daughter, Dorothy Hutton and husband Gerald of Kell; a son, Howard Simmons and wife Joy of Mill Creek, Ind.; and five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, two step grandchildren, one step great-grandchild and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband; a brother, Gordon Hill; three sisters, Lourania Stanford, Iola Hawkins and Emma Spangler; and an infant sister. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Donoho Prairie Christian Church near Kell with Wayne Tate officiating. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday at L.R. Osborn and Son Funeral Home in Kell. For those who wish, memorials may be made to Donoho Prairie Christian Church and will be accepted by the funeral home.

Roger Owen Irvin and Becky Eileen (Eater) Irvin will celebrate their 30th anniversary Jan. 3, 2011. Roger is the son of the late Owen Irvin and Elizabeth (Gammon) Irvin. Becky is the daughter of Marlin Eater and the late Nelda (Draege) Eater. They have four children, Rhonda (Jerry) Vessell of Brentwood, Tenn., Ryan Irvin of Bartlett, Tenn., Todd (Megan) Irvin of Pontoon Beach, daughter-in-law Kim Irvin of Brentwood, Tenn., wife of the late Rodney Owen Irvin; three grandchildren, Savannah Denae Vessell, Dalton Owen Irvin and Kayce Autumn Irvin all of Brentwood, Tenn. They will celebrate with their family. Those who wish to send cards may send them to 4017 Shiloh Drive, Mt. Vernon, IL 62864-9621.

Denae Marie Jones and Douglas Ryan Jones were united in marriage on July 31, 2010, at Wesley United Methodist Church in Mt. Vernon. The bride is the daughter of Dean and Cheryl Jones of Mt. Vernon. The groom is the son of Don and Dena Jones of Salem. Matron of honor was Shana Gerberding, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Chelsey Duncan and Shannon Bruce, friends of the bride. Best man was Rich Crouse, friend of the groom. Groomsmen were Clint Wolfe, brother-in-law of the groom, and Alex Gerberding, brother-in-law of the bride. Flower girl was Justice Blanchett, friend of the bride. The guest book was attended by Linzi Rector and Kacie Rector, cousins of the bride. Sarah Duncan, friend of the bride, and Cathy Rector, aunt of the bride, served as wedding coordinators. A dinner and dance reception was held at the Salem Community Center following the ceremony. The couple honeymooned in Panama City Beach, Fla. The bride is a May 2010 graduate of Southern Illinois University Carbondale with a bachelor of science degree in elementary education. She is employed as a kindergarten teacher at the District 80 Primary Center in Mt. Vernon. The groom is a May 2009 graduate of Southern Illinois University Carbondale with a bachelor of science degree in elementary education. He is employed as a junior high teacher at Selmaville Grade School in Salem. The couple reside in Salem.

Betty Joan (Pursell) Presswood age 77 of Imperial, MO, formerly of Pinckneyville, IL, passed away on Friday, December 31, 2010 at 2:00 a.m. in St. Anthony's Medical Center, St. Louis, MO. Betty was born on May 18, 1933 in Mt. Vernon, IL, a daughter to Grayell and Roberta (Bigham) Pursell. On November 7, 1952, she married Melvin "Duke" Presswood in Metropolis, IL and he preceded her in death on February 5, 1993. During her lifetime, Betty was employed in the offices of Carter Carburetor, St. Louis, MO, Decca Records, Consolidated Coal and the Perry County U of I Extension, Pinckneyville, IL. She was a member of New Hope Community Church, Pinckneyville, IL, where she taught Sunday school and worked with the children's music program. Betty was an avid reader, was a gifted and talented writer and kept many journals. Betty was a loving mother and grandmother and enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Betty is survived by one daughter, Paige (Presswood) Brewer of Imperial, MO; two grandchildren, Trenton and Parker Brewer of Imperial, MO; two sisters, Patricia (Gene) Place of Pinckneyville, IL and Shirley (John) Carson of Brentwood, CA; one sister-in-law, Phyliss McGee and many dear nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband. Funeral services will be held at New Hope Community Church, Pinckneyville, IL on Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor James Clardy officiating. Interment will be in Mueller Hill Cemetery, Pinckneyville, IL. Friends may call at New Hope Community Church on Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Memorials may be made to American Diabetes Association. Pyatt Funeral Home, Pinckneyville, IL is in charge of the arrangements.

Eunice B. Huggins, 92, of Du Quoin, passed away at 12:29 A.M., Wednesday, January 5, 2011 at the Fairview Nursing Center at Du Quoin. Eunice was a homemaker. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Du Quoin. She was born March 13, 1918 at Princeton, IN, the daughter of Ross and Anna B. (Garrison) Barrett. She married Leonard Huggins on January 25, 1935 at Carmi, IL and he preceded her in death on June 21, 1976. She is survived by one son - Ron Huggins and wife Jackie of Tamaroa, daughter-in-law - Linda Huggins of Mt. Vernon, IL, four grandchildren, and seven great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one son - Jim Huggins, and five sisters - Erma Bloodworth, Alice Bradshaw, Selma Tipton, Thelma Yeager, and Juanita Shute. Funeral services will be at 11:00 A.M., Friday, January 7, 2011 at the Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin with Rev. Joe Wagner officiating Friends may call from 9 A.M. until the time of service on Friday at the Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin. Burial will be in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery at Du Quoin. Friends may make memorials to the First Baptist Church Building Fund and will be accepted at the funeral home.

Freddie Leslie Wilson age 76 of Mulkeytown, IL passed away 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at St. Mary's Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon. Freddie was born on October 1, 1934 in Meta, Missouri a son of Leonard Clay and Olive Reba (Renfrow) Wilson. He married Donna Fay (McCowen) Dugger on October 7, 1997 in Tennessee; She survives in Mulkeytown. Mr. Wilson was a member of the First Christian Church in Sesser and a member of the Altamont Masonic Lodge #533. Freddie worked as a truck driver at J.D. Street for three years and then drove 25 years for Yellow Freight from which he retired. He loved music, hunting and fishing. Freddie was an expert marksman, bird dog trainer and an avid Cardinal Fan. He Served his Country in the United States Army and was honorably discharged on August 25, 1957. Freddie is survived by his wife, Donna Fay Wilson of Mulkeytown, IL; two step-children, Linda and husband Mark Yates of Elkville and Mike Dugger and wife Diana of Benton; two brothers, Leonard Wilson Jr. of Dixon, Missouri and Percy Wayne Wilson of Fenton, Missouri; one sister, Betty Helton of Meta, Missouri; and also several nieces, nephews and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral Services for Freddie Wilson will be held 1 p.m. Friday January 7, 2011 at the First Christian Church (212 Callie Sesser, IL) with Pastor Kirk Packer officiating; Interment will follow at Maple Hill Cemetery in Sesser. Visitation will be held on Friday from 11 a.m. until service time at the Church. For those who wish memorials may be given to the First Christian Church of Sesser and will be accepted at the service or may be mailed to Newell Funeral Home 505 East Main Street Waltonville, IL 62894.

Sidney Marks Gammons age 91, of Mt. Vernon and formerly of Chicago, IL passed away 9 p.m. Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at St. Mary's Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon. Sidney was born November 19, 1919 in Friars Point Mississippi the son of Charlie and Mary Maggie Lee (Scott) Gammons. He married Fannie Madlock on February 22, 1941 and she preceded him in death on January 7, 1999. Sidney was a cotton picker for many years in the south, later worked at HyGrade Packing Company in Chicago , Inland Steel in Indiana and Midland Hotel in Chicago, IL . He was of the Baptist Faith. Sidney is survived by three sons, Sidney Gammons Jr. and wife Phyllis of Chicago, Charles Gammons and wife Linda of Chicago and Clifton Gammons and wife Clarissa of Mt. Vernon; two daughters Gwennett Gammons of Memphis, and Darlene and husband Dennis Davis of Mt. Vernon; one sister, Vernell Martin of Mt. Vernon; many nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and also a host of friends. Sidney was preceded in death by his parents; four sons, Eddie, Alee, Albert and Larry Gammons; one daughter, Elizabeth Gammons; and by two brothers, Melvin Gammons and Ivory Lee Gammons. Funeral services for Sidney Gammons will be conducted at 11:00 AM Saturday, January 8, 2011 at the Evangelistic Outreach Christian Center (1407 S. 11th Street) in Mt. Vernon with Pastor Garry Moore officiating. Visitation will be on Saturday from10:00 AM till service time at the church. Interment will be at Mt. Vernon Memorial Gardens in Woodlawn. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Newell Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon where you may call 618-246-0100 for further information. Click here to leave a message for

Norma J. Haley, 67, of DuQuoin, Illinois passed away at 3:05 A.M. on Wednesday, January 5, 2011 at Mt. Vernon Health Care Center in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. Mrs. Haley was born on Monday, September 13, 1943 in Jefferson County, Illinois the daughter of the late David and Amanda (Edwards) Lemons. She married Robert Haley on December 27, 1988 in Paducah, Kentucky. Surviving family members include her husband: Robert "Bob" Haley of DuQuoin, Illinois; 3 daughters: Pam Amos of Pinckneyville, Illinois, Sally Storey and husband Brian of Benton, Illinois and Peggy Nelson of DuQuoin, Illinois; 8 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; two brothers; five sisters and several nieces and nephews also survive. Her parents, one daughter: Donna Jean Lukehart and one brother preceded her in death. Norma worked as a Timberman for Freeman Coal Company until retiring. In honor of her request, Norma will be cremated and there will be no public visitation or funeral services held. For those who wish, memorials may be given to the Alzheimer's Association and will be accepted at the funeral home or may be mailed to Hughey Funeral Home, P. O. Box 721, Mt. Vernon, Illinois 62864.

Sherman Bullock, Jr., 85, of Mt. Vernon, Illinois passed away at 10:18 P.M. on Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at White Oak Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. Mr. Bullock was born on Saturday, February 7, 1925 in Jefferson County, Illinois the son of the late David Sherman, Sr. and Altha (Dixon) Bullock. He married Esther R. Owens on August 4, 1947 in Benton, Illinois. Surviving family members include his wife: Esther R. Bullock of Mt. Vernon, Illinois; son: Gary L. Bullock and wife Debra of St. James, Missouri; 2 grandchildren: Anne Bullock Crousore and husband Josiah of Columbia, Missouri and Fred Bullock and wife Amanda of Owensville, Missouri; 2 brothers: Joe Frank Bullock of Woodlawn, Illinois and Jerry Bullock and wife Vickie of Mt. Vernon, Illinois; several nieces and nephews also survive. His parents, one sister: Mary Lou Moore, seven brothers: Max, Jackie, Ralph, James Russell and William Robert Bullock and twin infant brothers preceded him in death. Sherman was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II who served from April 1943 to March 1946; he later worked at General Radiator in Mt. Vernon and was a Police Magistrate. He was also a member of Park Avenue Baptist Church in Mt. Vernon and Masonic Lodge #31 A.F. & A.M. VISITATION: will be held from 5 to 8:00 P.M. on Thursday, January 6, 2011 at Hughey Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. FUNERAL SERVICES: will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, January 7, 2011 at Hughey Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. Reverend Chuck Ellis will officiate. INTERMENT: Mt. Vernon Memorial Gardens in Woodlawn, Illinois. For those who wish, memorials may be given to American Cancer Society and will be accepted at the funeral home or may be mailed to Hughey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 721, Mt. Vernon, Illinois 62864.

Sidney Marks Gammons age 91, of Mt. Vernon and formerly of Chicago, IL passed away 9 p.m. Tuesday January 4, 2011 at St. Mary's Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon. Funeral arrangements are pending at Newell Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon where you may call 618-246-0100 for further information.

MULKEYTOWN -- Freddie Wilson, 76, died at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan, 4, 2010, in St. Mary's Good Samaritan Hospital in Mount Vernon. Arrangements are incomplete at Newell Funeral Home in Waltonville. Published in The Southern Illinoisan on January 5, 2011

James H. Galiher, 78, of Mt. Vernon, Illinois passed away at 10:40 A.M. on Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at his home in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. Mr. Galiher was born on Friday, April 15, 1932 in Mt. Vernon, Illinois the son of the late Herschel Woodrow "Slim" and Dorothy (Senkint) Galiher. He married Patty Newbury on November 9, 1974 in Mt. Vernon, Illinois and she preceded him in death on March 4, 2007. Surviving family members include his daughter: Angela Galiher of Mt. Vernon, Illinois; brother: Carl Galiher and wife Nora of Mt. Vernon, Illinois; 9 sisters: Joann Fuller and husband Dean of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, Shirley Bodine of Mt. Vernon, Illinois, Mary Capps of Mt. Vernon, Illinois, Sharon Biggs of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, Ruth Davis and husband James of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, Carol Webb and husband Ricky of Mt. Vernon, Illinois, Joyce Wade and husband Clint of Dahlgren, Illinois, Vickie Porter and husband David of Mt. Vernon, Illinois and Doris Ozee and husband Ron of Chickasha, Oklahoma; special dog pal: "Wilson" of Mt. Vernon, Illinois; several nieces and nephews also survive. His parents, wife, one sister: Alice Sweetin, two brothers: Donald and Jackie Galiher, son: James Woodrow Galiher and his stepfather: Henry Peacock preceded him in death. James was a carpenter for the Central Labor Union and was of the Baptist faith. In honor of his wishes, he will be cremated and there will be no public visitation or funeral services. For those who wish, memorials may be given to the Galiher Family and will be accepted at the funeral home or may be mailed to Hughey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 721, Mt. Vernon, Illinois 62864.

Lorene A. Prasuhn, 88, of Mt. Vernon, Illinois passed away at 4:35 A.M. on Monday, January 3, 2011 at Crossroads Community Hospital in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. Lorene was born on Tuesday, September 5, 1922 in New Minden, Illinois the daughter of the late August and Bertha (Nieman) Collmeyer. She married Edwin Charles Prasuhn on July 19, 1942 in New Minden, Illinois and he preceded her in death on November 16, 1989. Surviving family members include her daughter: Karen Wood and husband Donald A. of Bonnie, Illinois; 3 grandchildren: Jennifer Wood of Bonnie, Illinois, Jason Wood and wife Mandy of Waltonville, Illinois and Christine Kindlesparger and husband Daivd of Bonnie, Illinois; 3 great grandchildren: Brittany Copple, Dakotah Wood and Alexis Wood all of Waltonville, Illinois; cousin: Walter Nieman of Nashville, Illinois; nephew: Wayne Collmeyer of Waterloo, Illinois; niece: Helen Bisaga of Murphysboro, Illinois. Her parents, husband, one brother: Melvin Collmeyer and one sister: Florence Collmeyer preceded her in death. Lorene worked as a clerk at Kroger in Nashville, Illinois and later sold Avon products. She was a Girl Scout Leader, a member of the Gray Ladies of Mt. Vernon Tuberculosis Hospital, the Meals on Wheels Program, was an avid Bridge player and member of several Bridge Clubs, the Young at Heart Unit of Jefferson County Home & Community Education Association, was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Mt. Vernon and was a member of the Ladies of Faith at the church. VISITATION: will be held from 5 to 8:00 P.M. on Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at Hughey Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. FUNERAL SERVICES: will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, January 5, 2011 at Faith Lutheran Church in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. Pastor Josepha Lecke will officiate. INTERMENT: Mt. Vernon Memorial Gardens in Woodlawn, Illinois. For those who wish, memorials may be given to Faith Lutheran Church Building Fund and will be accepted at the funeral home or may be mailed to Hughey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 721, Mt. Vernon, Illinois 62864.

Thomas "Tom" C. Underwood, Jr., 25, of Mt. Vernon, Illinois passed away at 7:29 A.M. on Saturday, January 1, 2011 in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. He was born on Saturday, February 2, 1985 in Mattoon, Illinois the son of Thomas C. Underwood, Sr. and Barbara Ann Payne. Surviving family members include his maternal grandparents: Donald Payne and wife Marie of Woodlawn, Illinois and JoAnn Lehde of Sring Hill, Florida; mother: Barbara Ann Underwood of Mt. Vernon, Illinois; father: Thomas C. Underwood, Sr. and wife Kim of Prattville, Alabama; sister: Crystal Ann Underwood of Decatur, Illinois; step-sisters: Jennifer Stone and husband Josh of Prattville, Alabama and Sonya Cox and husband Sean of Montgomery, Alabama; step-brother: Nick Sheets and wife Jessica of Lewistown, Illinois; uncle: Allan Payne and wife Ellen of Mt. Vernon, Illinois; aunts: Diana Underwood of Bedford, Indiana, Cathy Blackwell and husband John of Springville, Indiana and Patty Long and husband Bob of Terre Haute, Indiana. His paternal grandparents: Thomas Jefferson and Juanita Underwood and his maternal grandfather: Gene Lehde preceded him in death. Tom was employed by Walgreens Distribution Center in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. He was loved dearly and will be truly missed by everyone that knew him. Private services will be held. For those who wish, memorials may be given to the American Heart Association or the United Methodist Children's Home and will be accepted at the funeral home or may be mailed to Hughey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 721, Mt. Vernon, Illinois 62864.

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Thomas Underwood Jr. Visit Guest Book MOUNT VERNON -- Thomas "Tom" C. Underwood Jr., 25, died at 7:29 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 1, 2011, in Mount Vernon. Private services will be conducted. Memorials may be made to American Heart Association or United Methodist Children's Home. Hughey Funeral Home in Mount Vernon is in charge of arrangements. Published in The Southern Illinoisan on January 3, 2011

MULKEYTOWN -- Larry Corso, 54, died Sunday, Jan. 2, 2011, in St. Mary's Hospital in Centralia. Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011, in Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher. Burial will be in Harrison Cemetery in Buckner. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Larry was born Nov. 12, 1956, in Herrin to Albert and Ann (Aeillo) Corso. He graduated from Christopher High School. Larry worked at Franklin-Williamson County Workshop for 15 years. Survivors include brothers, Robert and Janice Corso of Mulkeytown, Joe Corso of Dallas, Texas, and Albert Corso of Mount Vernon; and nieces and nephews, Lisa Reeves, Tammy Rowland, Angela Corso, Jennifer Corso, Tony Corso, Julie Corso, Carrie Corso, Michael Corso and Braley Corso. He was preceded in death by his parents. For more information, visit www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com. Published in The Southern Illinoisan on January 3, 2011

CENTRALIA -- Brockton Stephen Bisching, 18, of O'Fallon, formerly of Centralia, died Saturday morning, Jan. 1, 2011, as a result of an automobile accident. Brockton was born June 13, 1992, in Carbondale, the son of Randa (Rightnowar) Allen and Tery Bisching. He is survived by his parents, Randa and Greg Allen of O'Fallon, and Tery Bisching and fiancée Kara Lazdinis of Carterville. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his grandparents, Joe and Mary Ellen West, Don and Jackie Rightnowar and Lloyd and Sherill Allen, all of Centralia, and Carol Bisching of Creal Springs; great-grandmother, Wanda Border of Mount Vernon; two brothers, Nickolas and Hudson Bisching, and two stepbrothers, Kestutis and Markas Lazdinis, all of Carterville; one stepsister, Lexi Basden of Centralia; aunts and uncles, Kelli (Rightnowar) and Joe Jackson of Salem, Neal and Jen West of Jacksonville, Fla., Dale West and special friend Lark Stone of Chicago, Rob and Cindy Bisching of Carterville, Al Bisching of Georgia and Richard and Cheryl Hodson of Caseyville; cousins, Cole Rightnowar of Salem, Ben West of Jacksonville, Fla., Olivia and Isabella Hodson of Caseyville, Brice Bisching of Carterville and Aaron Craig of St. Louis; and great-aunts and uncles, Will and Marilyn Border of Mount Vernon and Jim West of Carbondale. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Robert Bisching; great-grandfather, Lawrence Border; great-grandmother, Berniece Scott; great-aunt, Lori West; and uncle, Dan Rightnowar. Brockton was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Centralia, a 2006 graduate of Trinity Lutheran School and a 2010 graduate of Breese Mater Dei High School. He had just completed his first semester of studies at Kaskaskia College, where he played on the KC men's soccer team. Brock was a friend to many and was loved and adored by his family. While attending Trinity Lutheran School, he was an athlete and enjoyed paintball, hunting and the outdoors. In high school, Brock was an all-star athlete, lettering in soccer, football and track. His first love was playing for the Mater Dei soccer team and served as captain during his senior year. Other highlights of Brock's senior year included kicking the winning field goal for the Mater Dei Football Knights in the final seconds of a tied game against Freeburg and breaking a school track record in the 200 meter. Brock made everyone laugh. He was tender-hearted, loyal and absolutely loved sports, competition and being a team player. In lieu of flowers, the family strongly requests that donations be given in honor and celebration of Brock's life to the Mater Dei Soccer Program in Breese or Trinity Lutheran Grade School in Centralia. Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011, in Trinity Lutheran Church in Centralia, with Pastors Mark Girardin and Perry Schefelker officiating. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2011, at the church. Irvin Funeral Home in Centralia is in charge of arrangements.

MT. VERNON - Roger Owen Irvin and Becky Eileen (Eater) Irvin will celebrate their 30th anniversary Jan. 3, 2011. Roger is the son of the late Owen Irvin and Elizabeth (Gammon) Irvin. Becky is the daughter of Marlin Eater and the late Nelda (Draege) Eater. They have four children, Rhonda (Jerry) Vessell of Brentwood, Tenn., Ryan Irvin of Bartlett, Tenn., Todd (Megan) Irvin of Pontoon Beach, daughter-in-law Kim Irvin of Brentwood, Tenn., wife of the late Rodney Owen Irvin; three grandchildren, Savannah Denae Vessell, Dalton Owen Irvin and Kayce Autumn Irvin all of Brentwood, Tenn. They will celebrate with their family. Those who wish to send cards may send them to 4017 Shiloh Drive, Mt. Vernon, IL 62864-9621.