Judith ‘Miss Judi” Furlow-Mulkeytown, IL

August 6, 2024 By Leave a Comment

Judith “Miss Judi” Furlow, 83, of Mulkeytown, passed away on August 3, 2024 at Heart to Heart Hospice in Evansville, IN.

She was born on December 7, 1940 in Fulton, IL to Garrett and Katherine (Decker) Medema. She married James Furlow and he preceded her in death.

She is survived by her children Danny (Brenda) Anglese of Mulkeytown and Debi (Jerry) Griffith of Melbourne, FL; grandchildren Missy (Bryan) Furlow and Jessica Griffith and one great granddaughter Macie Furlow.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one son Bryon Furlow and one granddaughter Ali Anglese.

Her wishes were to be cremated. A graveside service will be held at a later date.

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Linda Lou Roberson – Benton, IL

August 4, 2024 By Leave a Comment

Linda Lou Roberson, age 79, Benton, IL, passed away at 1:00 PM, Friday August 2, 2024, at her home in Benton, IL.

Mrs. Roberson was born July 11, 1945, in Benton IL to Ezra Q Wilkerson and Naomi M Dawson Wilkerson. Mrs. Roberson married Michael Brian Roberson on Jan 26, 1963, in Benton, IL.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, 6,2024, from 9:00AM until 11:00AM, with funeral services immediately following at Morton and Johnston Funeral Home in Benton, IL. Burial will follow at Masonic Oddfellows Cemetery in Benton, IL. Pastor Kurt Sanders of First Christian church will officiate.

Mrs. Roberson was preceded in death by her father, Ezra Wilkerson; mother, Naomi Wilkerson; husband, Michael Roberson.
Surviving are her two children Brian D Roberson (Shasta) of Laurel MS and Bret A Roberson of Benton, IL; brother, Michael Q Wilkerson (Terri) of Benton, IL; three grandchildren, Luke A Roberson (Samantha) of Olton TX; Kotie Cardwell of Benton, IL; Courtney B Roberson of Laurel, MS; three great-grandchildren, Izabella Tittle of Benton, IL, Emmy and Laney Roberson of Olton, TX.

Pallbearers will be Michael Wilkerson, Brian Roberson, Bret Roberson, Luke Roberson, Terry Dawson, and Loyd Tittle.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to First Christian Church, 302 S. Main St. Benton, IL 62812 or Benton Ministerial Alliance Food Pantry, 320 S. Main St. Benton, IL 62812.

For more information or to send online condolences please visit www.mortonjohnstonfuneralhome.com

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Jesse Davis – Mulkeytown, IL

August 2, 2024 By Leave a Comment

Jesse Dwayne Davis, age 35, of Mulkeytown, IL, along with his brother Michael Paul Worley, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2024, in Buckner, IL.

Jesse was born on February 19, 1989, in Mt. Vernon, IL, the son of Walter Sonny Davis and Linda Sue (McCormick) Worley.
Jesse enjoyed fishing and hanging out with his brothers and friends.

Surviving are three children: Jaylynn Leigh Davis, Jesse Jon Davis and Kadin James Davis; siblings: Elwyn Worley and wife Melody of Benton, IL, Ronald Worley and wife Melissa of Benton, IL, Donald Worley of Mulkeytown, IL, Shwana Hart and husband David of Makanda, IL, Helen Braden and significant other Bruce Booker of Benton, IL, Bonnie Cluck of West Frankfort, IL, Angie Miller and husband Chris of Christopher, IL; several nieces, nephews and extended family. Also surviving is a special friend Al Goodman.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and grandparents.

Cremation services have been entrusted to the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton, IL.

A Family Celebration of Life Service will be held at a future date.
The family prefers memorial contributions be made to assist with the cremation expenses, payable to the Leffler Funeral Home, 401 East Main Street, Benton, IL 62812.
To leave online condolences to the family, or to share memories of Jesse; visit www.lpfuneralhome.com

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Michael Worley – Mulkeytown, IL

August 2, 2024 By Leave a Comment

Michael Paul Worley, age 44, of Mulkeytown, IL, along with his brother Jesse Dwayne Davis, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2024, in Buckner, IL.

Michael was born on October 16, 1979, in Mt. Vernon, IL, the son of Elwin Worley, Sr. and Linda Sue (McCormick) Worley.
Mikey enjoyed cooking and being outdoors.

Surviving is a daughter Brianna Worley of Chicago, IL; siblings: Elwyn Worley and wife Melody of Benton, IL, Ronald Worley and wife Melissa of Benton, IL, Donald Worley of Mulkeytown, IL, Shawna Hart and husband David of Makanda, IL, Helen Braden and significant other Bruce Booker of Benton, IL, Bonnie Cluck of West Frankfort, IL, Angie Miller and husband Chris of Christopher, IL; several nieces, nephews and extended family. Also surviving is a special friend Al Goodman.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and grandparents.

Cremation services have been entrusted to the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton, IL.

A Family Celebration of Life Service will be held at a future date.
The family prefers memorial contributions be made to assist with the cremation expenses, payable to the Leffler Funeral Home, 401 East Main Street, Benton, IL 62812.
To leave online condolences to the family, or to share memories of Mikey; visit www.lpfuneralhome.com

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Marjorie “Joan” (Sample) Earnheart-Sesser, IL

July 30, 2024 By Leave a Comment

Marjorie “Joan” (Sample) Earnheart, 91, of Sesser, passed away on Monday July 29, 2024 at 11:21 AM at her daughter’s home in Mt Vernon, IL.

She was born on November 6, 1932 in Sesser, IL to Mitchell and Irene (Kirkpatrick) Sample. She married Billy Earnheart on December 2, 1967. They shared just shy of 38 years together upon his death on September 19, 2005.

After a career doing secretarial work in Chicago, IL and St Louis, MO and at SIU Carbondale, she retired after her marriage.

Joan was very active throughout her long life. She participated in numerous years of women’s league bowling in Benton and West Frankfort. She was a huge participant in her children’s activities. She served as a Boy Scout Den Mother, Girl Scout leader and softball coach to name a few. She enjoyed painting sweatshirts, gourds, and various wood decretive items, that her husband had made for her. She was also a member of the Hazel Dell Free Will Baptist Church in Sesser.

She is survived by her children, one son Mitchell (Teresa) Earnheart of Dacula, GA; one daughter Christa Rexing of Mt Vernon, IL; grandchildren Ryan (Abbie) Earnheart, Matthew Earnheart, Rebecca Rexing, Rachel Rexing and Ross Rexing; great grandchildren Lyla Earnheart, Elijah Earnheart and Logan Earnheart; two brothers Larry (Mona) Sample of Sesser and Danny (Sharon) Sample of Sesser and two sisters-in-law Joan Sample of Elgin, Il and Barbara Price of Mt Venron and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two brothers Roy Sample and Bill Sample, one sister Martha Hargis, two sisters-in-law Evelyn Hill and Marie Sample and three brothers-in-law Danny Hargis, Farrell Hill and Karl Price.

As per her wishes, she will be cremated, a Memorial Service will be held on Saturday August 3, 2024 at 1:00 PM at the Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home in Sesser with Brother Larry Cook officiating. Visitation will be on Saturday from 11:00 AM until the time of the service at 1:00 PM. Burial of the ashes will be at Horse Prairie Cemetery in Sesser.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to SSM Hospice and will be accepted at the funeral home.

For more information go to our website www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com

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Penny Sue Versteeg-Knifechief – Ewing, IL

July 30, 2024 By Leave a Comment

Penny Sue Versteeg-Knifechief, 60, of Ewing, passed away at 9:40 p.m., on Friday, July 26, 2024, at Helia Healthcare of Benton, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on April 27, 1964, to George and Billie (Edwards) Hicks in Tucumcari, NM.

Penny was a loving daughter, mother, grandmother and sister. She loved being outside working in her garden and cooking meals for her family.
Penny is survived by her parents, George and Billie Hicks; her children, Shaquala Versteeg-Knifechief and Nick Versteeg-Knifechief; her grandchildren, Kailence, Kieran and Maisey and her brothers, Curtis Hicks and Jamey Hicks.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 South Main Street, Benton, IL.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 1, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Pate Funeral Home in Benton, IL.
Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.

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Charlene Shirley Sawyer-Benton, IL

July 29, 2024 By Leave a Comment

Charlene Shirley Sawyer, 88, of Benton, passed away on July 27, 2024 at her home.

She was born on October 4, 1935 in DuQuoin, IL to Bill and Lola (Eakin) Owens. She married Ron Sawyer and he survives of Benton.

She is also survived by her step-sons Chris Sawyer of Benton and Chad Sawyer of Ewing and five grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one son Kenny Owens, one sister Delores Owens and one brother Richard Owens.

She loved to garden and take care of her flowers, antiquing, flea markets, and rummage sales and was a huge follower of Jesus Christ.

Graveside services will be held on Thursday August 1, 2024 at 11:30 AM at the Bell Cemetery in Iuka, IL with Brother Larry Cook officiating. Visitation will be on Thursday from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher. Burial will be at Bell Cemetery in Iuka, IL.

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Walter E. Trapper – Benton, IL

July 25, 2024 By Leave a Comment

Walter E. Trapper, 80, of Benton, passed away at 4:00 a.m., on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.

He was born on July 20, 1944, to Louis and Kathleen (McKinney) Trapper in Benton, IL. Before his retirement, Walter worked as a warehouseman for Coca-Cola. On September 4, 1970, he married the former Janet Walden, and she survives.

Walter was a loving husband and father. He enjoyed camping, relaxing and watching TV. He was a huge fan of the St. Louis Cardinals, and loved watching their games.

Walter is survived by his loving spouse of 54 years, Janet, his son and daughter-in-law, Steve and Diana Trapper of Thompsonville, IL; his daughter, Michele Leigh of Wolcott, IN; his sister, Theresa Trapper and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends

He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Kathleen Trapper, sisters, Barbara Pierson and Angie Swigget and brother, Charles Trapper.

Services have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 South Main Street, Benton, IL.

Visitation will be held on Monday, July 29, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, July 29, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at the Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL, with Pastor Mike Mayberry officiating.

Memorials may be made in memory of Walter, to Residential Hospice and will be accepted at the funeral home.

Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.

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Melissa Marie Hayes – Benton, IL

July 23, 2024 By Leave a Comment

Melissa Marie Hayes, 40, of Otterson Road in Benton, passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2024.

Melissa was born on July 23, 1983, to Kenneth Hayes and Karen Greeney at Franklin Hospital in Benton, IL.

After Melissa received her GED, she began working all kinds of jobs. Melissa’s last job was at Mike’s Drive In as a cook. Melissa met Chad Wallace in the late 2000’s. Melissa and Chad went on to have two children, Hailey Wallace, 20 years of age and Mauro Wallace, 21 years of age. After Chad passed away, Melissa then started figuring out life on her own. Melissa spent her time outside. She loved to walk, she loved hikes and pretty views. She mainly worked the night shift at Mike’s Drive In. Before work, she would walk to the tanning company where she would spend tons of time in those tanning beds. She would always make sure she had time to walk down to the gas station to get a pop and play on the gambling machines.

Melissa was a do-er. She did everything for everyone even when they wouldn’t ask. When it came to Melissa’s children, she would be there in a heartbeat. Melissa had several active roles in her lifetime, she worked at Anarchy Angels, where she helped others fight their addictions. She would make donations so these homeless addicts weren’t struggling as much and then tried to start a women’s group. She had a few women show up to the meetings and that made her so happy. She helped everyone when she had her own battles to face.

She was a loving friend and mother. She was her children’s biggest cheerleaders. Melissa always had your back.

Most of all, Melissa will be remembered for her goofy smile and silly jokes she cracked. She will be greatly missed by all.

Melissa is survived by her father, Kenneth (Christina) Hayes; her mother, Karen (James) Greeney; her son, Mauro Michael Wallace; her daughter, Hailey Rae Wallace; her grandson, Westin Wallace; her sister, Elizabeth Parent; her brothers, Matthew T. Hayes, Brad William Greeney and Tyler Schofeld and numerous nieces and nephews.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 South Main Street, Benton, IL.

Per Melissa’s wishes, cremation will take place.

Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.

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Richard Dewayne Knight-Christopher, IL

July 23, 2024 By Leave a Comment

Richard Dewayne Knight was born in Belvidere, Illinois on December 22nd , 1953.

Richard passed away on July 22nd, 2024, at 4 pm in his home surrounded by family. He was 70 years old when he passed. He also goes by Rick. Rick was a beloved father, brother, son, grandpa, and friend to many. He had a passion for racing stockcars, go-karts, drawing, golfing, and crafts. His biggest accomplishment was the Superman water tower he painted in Metropolis, Illinois.

He loved spending quality time with his grandchildren. Rick enjoyed playing the Guitar and singing. Rick was an amazing man that will be remembered forever. Rick is survived by daughters Tina Knight of North Carolina, and Nichole (Chris) Beraird of Cape Missouri, Stephanie (German) Garcia of Christopher, and one stepson Anthony Morefield of Murphysboro. He is survived by four grandchildren: Jada Morales-Morefield, Juliana Morales-Morefield, Kolton Johnson, and Erich Morales. He is also survived by his siblings Gary (Debbie) Knight of Oklahoma, Rhonda Knight of Carbondale, IL, Ronnie of Texas, Cheryl of Murphysboro IL, and Crystal (Texas). Rick is also survived by multiple nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Richard is preceded in death by his mother Betty (Joe) Post and Father Cecil (Nancy) Knight.

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