Johnnie E. Nangle — Logan, IL

Mr. Johnnie Eugene Nangle, age 65, of Logan, passed away Saturday, July 11, 2020 at the Franklin Hospital Emergency Room, after a year and a half long battle with cancer and treatments at Barnes-Jewish Hospital Siteman Cancer Center of St. Louis, MO.

Johnnie’s wishes are to be cremated, with no public services.

Cremation services are with the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton.

Johnnie Eugene Nangle was born on June 15, 1955 in Benton, IL; the son of Narnie Eugene “Buttercup” Nangle and Wilma Jean (Kolisek) Nangle.

Johnnie was a BCHS Graduate of the Class of 1973, where he was a member of the Ranger football team.

He was a retired self-employed landscaper; and enjoyed traveling, flying, playing tennis, and visiting with friends and family.

Mr. Johnnie is survived by an aunt Beverly Kolisek of Benton; a special cousin Gretchen Jenkins, and several other aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister Jo Ann Nangle.

Memorial contributions may be made to the organization of the donor’s choice.

To leave online condolences to the family, or to share memories of Johnnie, visit www.lpfuneralhome.com

James O. Holland – Sesser, IL

James O. Holland, 80 of Sesser, passed away at 2:47 a.m., Friday, July 10, 2020, at Herrin Hospital.

Mr. Holland was born on July 2, 1940, to Richard and Geneva (Stephens) Holland in Barnesville, OH.

He moved to Illinois in 1983 where he continued to work for MSHA, as a Federal Mine Inspector and retired in 2001.

Mr. Holland was a United States Army Veteran serving in Korea. He was a member of the V.F.W., 32nd Degree Mason, Scottish Rite and Shriners.

James is survived by his three children, Steve Holland and wife Lisa, Vickie Holland, and Rob Holland and wife Christa; two step children, Mark Lenevich and wife Patricia, and David Lenevich; a brother, Richard Holland; three sisters, Judie Hannahs and husband Gary, Arlene Wyer and husband William, and Linda Starr and husband George; and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Mr. Holland was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Geneva Holland; wife, Gloria I. (Norris) Holland; and a sister-in-law, Linda Holland.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 S. Main St., Benton, IL.

James wishes was for cremation to take place.

Online condolences may be expressed online at www.patefh.com

James L. Hudson — Benton, IL

Mr. James Lawrence Hudson, age 67, of Benton, passed away Monday, July 6, 2020 at his home.

Jim’s wishes are to be cremated, with no public services.

Cremation services are with the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton.

James Lawrence Hudson was born on July 16, 1952 in Christopher, IL; the son of Forrest C. Hudson and Helen J. (Hunt) Hudson.

He was a retired lineman with General Telephone and Electric.

Jim is survived by three grandchildren: Cheyenne Hudson, Casey J. Hudson, and Sydney Hudson; three great-grandchildren; and a half-brother Forrest S. Hudson; and his two close friends Connie Hogan and Gary Craig.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a son Forrest Hudson; and a brother Michael R. Hudson.

Memorial contributions may be made to the organization of the donor’s choice.

To leave online condolences to the family, or to share memories of Jim, visit www.lpfuneralhome.com

Deanna Renee Upton — West Frankfort, IL

Deanna Renee Upton, age 52, of West Frankfort, passed away at 12:00 noon, Monday, July 6, 2020 at her daughter’s home.

Deanna’s wishes are to be cremated. A private family service will be held at a future date.

Cremation services are with the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton.

Deanna Renee Upton was born on October 12, 1967 in New Mexico; the daughter of Ernest Gene Upton and Elizabeth Jean (Williamson) Upton.

She was a homemaker.

Deanna enjoyed going camping, spending time with her family, especially enjoying spending time with her grandchildren.

She is survivedher four children: Amber Mateycak and husband Keith of West Frankfort, Ashley Stinson and husband Jeremy of Colorado, Paul Parcell of Colorado, and Jeremy Upton of West Frankfort; eighteen grandchildren: Susan Plock and husband Thomas, Angela Mateycak, Keith Ray Mateycak, Nala Mateycak, Kalijah Mateycak, Nicholas Mateycak, Isaiah Cosby, Noah Stinson, Constance Stinson, Kaiah Stinson, Brooklyn Stinson, Issac Parcell, Jade Parcell, Miley Burdick, Ashlyn Upton, Landon Upton, Caitlyn Upton, and Hayden Upton; two great-grandchildren Pagann and Gracelyn; two brothers; and several nieces and nephews and their families.

She was preceded in death by her father Ernest Gene Upton, Sr., her mother Elizabeth Jean Coffey, and a brother.

To leave online condolences to the family, or to share memories of Deanna, visit www.lpfuneralhome.com

Robin Lenard-Christopher, IL

Robin Lenard, 63, of Christopher, passed away on July 7, 2020 at her home.

She was born on February 19, 1957 in Christopher, IL to Robert Cook SR. and Betty (Tindall) Dial.

She is survived by her children Rebecca (Michael) Bourland of Christopher, IL, Christina (Kevin) Hulford of Spring Hill, TN and Robert Cook of Christopher, IL; grandchildren Ashley, Derek, Jenny, Nick, Syaria, Carissa, Billy, Mackenzie and Cameron; great grandchildren Cheyenne, Trinity, Blake, Justin, Sydney and Journey; one brother Carlos (Carrie) Dial of Christopher; one sister Tamela (Rick) Grammer of Christopher and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and three brothers Delmar Tindall, Rocky Connor and John Connor.

Funeral services will be on Friday July 10, 2020 at 4:00 PM at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher. Visitation will be on Friday from 2:00 PM until the time of the service at 4:00 PM.

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

Gary Dean Nave – Benton, IL

Gary Dean Nave, 84, of Benton, IL passed away Sunday morning July 5, 2020 at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon.

Gary was born in Blackwell, Oklahoma on April 26, 1936, the son of Carl & Edna (Suenram) Nave.
Mr. Nave married Patricia Unger at St. Adrian’s Catholic Church in Chicago, Illinois on October 13, 1956.

Gary was a huge hunter and fisherman and he loved being in his boat.
Mr. Nave is survived by his wife of 63 years, Patricia Nave of Benton, children Monica Ryan, of Chicago, Michelle Caffero, of Chicago and Mary Nave-Wurtz, of Highland Park, IL; grandchildren Elizabeth Ryan, Joe Ryan, Matt Ryan, Nicole Caffero-Garcia, Rene Caffero and Sophia Nave-Quartararo and one great-grandchild, Angelina Del-Cid.

Mr. Nave was preceded in death by a son, James Dean Nave and by his parents.
A Memorial Service will be announced at a future date.

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

Kent Alan Alsobrooks — Cumberland City, TN (formerly of Benton, IL)

Kent Alan Alsobrooks 59 of Cumberland City, TN, formerly of Benton, IL, died July 4,2020 at Skyline Medical Center in Nashville, TN.

He was born to George and Loretta (Summers) Alsobrooks on October 11, 1960. He lived a very colorful and interesting life.

Kent attended elementary and high schools in Benton, IL. He was valedictorian of the Class of 1978. That same year he and his best friend accepted a personal invitation to visit former President Richard Nixon at his home in San Clemente, CA.

During his younger life, Kent achieved many accomplishments. He became a member of the RLDS Church in 1968. He was a grade-school spelling bee champ, won numerous essay contests, and had the privilege of traveling to Honduras in the Open Door Exchange Program.

Kent had many interests and hobbies. He was a life-long St. Louis Cardinals fan. In recent years he became an avid country music fan. He belonged to several fan clubs and established personal acquaintances with a few of his favorite singers. He has a collection of photos with these country music stars. Kent also collected personally autographed photos of several movie and television personalities.
He was an entrepreneur. Over the years he was employed in sales, owned a lawn business, and worked in the family sign business.

Kent was preceded in death by his grandparents Humbert and Lilly Summers, Marshal and Irene Alsobrooks, his aunts Wanda Summers, Lola Kearney, and Sue Kupiec, and uncles Harold Summers, Glenn Summers and Lloyd Alsobrooks. He is survived by his parents, sister Gayla (Dana) Hill of Christopher, an aunt and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Visitation will be at Morton and Johnston Funeral Home in Benton from 5:00 – 8:00 pm on Tuesday, July 7. Funeral service will be at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, July 8. Burial will be at Jackson Grove Cemetery. As per the current guidelines in place a maximum amount of 50 people will be permitted in the funeral home at a time. If you are planning on attending the services it is recommended that you wear a mask and practice social distancing.

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

Evelyn Durham – Benton, IL

Evelyn Durham, 98, of Benton, passed away at 7:50 p.m., on Thursday, July 2, 2020, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born November 2, 1921, to Frank and Rose (Lee) Corn in Macedonia. On April 21, 1940, she married Mathew Durham and he preceded her in death.

She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Her biggest joy was her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved giving advice and was very active. She especially enjoyed going on bus travel trips.

Evelyn is survived by her loving family, one daughter, Linda Inabnit of Macedonia; one son, Joe (Catherine) Durham of Mechanicsville, VA; one daughter-in-law, Leona Durham of Benton; one sister-in-law, Eloise Corn; nine grandchildren, Shane Inabnit, Shawn (Robin) Inabnit, Chad (Ashley) Inabnit, Michael Durham, Wade (Angie) Durham, Paige Durham, Connor Durham, Travis (Melissa) Sons, Kristal Hamilton; twelve great-grandchildren, Grayson, Cassie, Skylar, Cody, Peyton, Tyler, Kiley, Eli, Zoey, Camdon, Trevin, Tyler and many niece, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Rosa Corn, her husband, Mathew Durham, one son, Larry Durham and one brother, Bob Corn.

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

Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, July 7, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. at Brady Cemetery in Akin, IL, with Ron Winemiller, officiating. Phase 4 Restore Guidelines will be in effect.

The family would like to give a special thank you to Evelyn’s home health nurses and her hospice nurses.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to SSM Hospice of Mt. Vernon and may be mailed to 2 Good Samaritan Way, Suite 325, Mt. Vernon, IL 62864.

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

Charles Ray Clark- Johnston City, IL

Charles Ray Clark, 66, of Johnston City, IL passed away on Sunday June 28, 2020.

He was born on October 27, 1953 in Elgin to William and Joan (Bloom) Clark.

He is survived by his mother Joan (Bloom) Clark Galloway of Cleburn, IL; two brothers Billy Joe Clark of West Frankfort, IL and Robert L. Clark of Cleburn, IL and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, and one James A. Clark.

Charles lived at Progressive Management in Johnston City, IL. He was very athletic and loved competing in the Special Olympics. He also enjoyed going bowling and going out to eat.

Graveside services will be on Wednesday July 1, 2020 at 11:00 AM at the Union Cemetery in Dahlgren, IL with Brother Larry Cook officiating.

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

Dorothy Mae (Fowler) Webb – Ewing, IL

Dorothy Mae (Fowler) Webb, 99, of Ewing passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday evening at Helia Health Care of Benton.

Dorothy was born in Ina, IL on May 1, 1921 to Joseph H. & Ruby (Duncan) Fowler. She married Leo P. Webb on December 7, 1940 in Perryville, MO. Together they spent 53 happy years. Dorothy worked for many years as a cook for the Ewing Grade School as well as enjoyed quilting, gardening and spending time with her family, especially her great-grandchildren who called her ME ME.
She was a founding member of New Hope Free WIll Baptist Church.
Dorothy is survived by one sister Nellie Adams of Imperial, MO
Two Children: Sandra Beal of Palos Park, IL and Rick and (Joyce) Webb of West Frankfort, IL.
Seven Grandchildren: Susan Beal and (Patrick) Frangella
Steven and (Erin) Beal
Stephanie Webb
Larry and (Melanie) Webb
Willie and (Theresa) Herron
Justin and (Tiffany) Herron
Josh and (Kelly) Webb
12 Great-Grandchildren and several nieces and nephews

Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, husband Leo, four sisters: Ina Payne, Loretta Murphy, Chloe Bevis, Lois Glatz and seven brothers Hap, Cleo, Clyde, Jake, Danny, Sammy and Paul Fowler.

Visitation will be from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. on Monday, June 29th at the Johnston Funeral Home in Ina with a service at 3:00 P.M. officiated by Pastor Roger Teal. Private family graveside services will be at Hope Cemetery. As per the current guidelines in place a maxium amount of 50 people will be permitted in the funeral home at a time. If you are planning on attending the services it is reccomended that you wear a mask and practice social distancing.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hope Cemetery Association 17336 E. Franklin Road Ewing, IL 62836
For more information or to send online condolences please visit www.johnstonfuneralhome.com

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