Donna Manasco, 70, of Marion, passed away on Friday April 23, 2021 at her home.

She was born on March 3, 1951 in Christopher to Charles and Patricia (Warren) Shaffer. She married Roy Manasco and he preceded her in death on September 12, 2019.

She is survived by her children David Shepard of Marion and Mike (Helen) Shepard of Carterville; grandchildren Wesley Humphrey, Brittany Shepard, Kayley (Jeremy) Dulaney, Elishia Shepard, Rebecca Shepard and Jarred Shepard; great grandchildren Lauren Dulaney, Isaac Peters, Alivia Peters and Sy Shepard and one sister Debra Shaffer of Sesser.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and one son Jerry Litton.

Funeral services for Donna will be on Tuesday April 27, 2021 at 11:00 AM at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher with Brother Toni Edmonds officiating. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 10:00 AM until the time of the service at 11:00 AM. Burial will be at Zeigler Cemetery.

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Don Haskell Garner, 89, of Sesser passed away on Saturday, April 24, 2021 at home with his family by his side.

He was born on November 22, 1931 in Sesser, IL to Reggie and Ruth (Stodghill) Garner. Don married Barbara (McGovern) Garner and she preceded him in death on February 16, 2012. Don worked as a coal miner until his retirement in 1994. Don loved his family and his greatest joys came from spending time with them.

He is survived by his children: Lonnie (Cheryl) Garner, Jayne Pettit & Dawn Garner. Grandchildren: Laura Garner-Mayer (Brent), Craig (Melodee) Garner, Kristen Anastasi, Justin (Ashley) Dickey, Shane (Bethany) Garner and Drew (Kayelee) Pettit. Great Grandchildren: Maty Garner, Jaycee Garner, Haydon Mayer, Caleb Lewis, Josie Anastasi, Emmalyn Dickey, Cru Garner, Nora Dickey, Ellie Garner, Cala Garner, Lahna Pettit, Croix Garner and Isla Pettit.

He was preceded in death by his parents Reggie and Ruth Garner, wife, Barbara Garner, son, Danny Garner, brother, Billie Garner, son in law, Larry Pettit and daughter in law, Debbie Garner.

Graveside services will be on Monday, April 26, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Mitchell Cemetery in Sesser, IL with Bro. Chris Hottensen officiating. Friends and family are asked to meet at the cemetery. The family would like to express their gratitude to Hospice of Southern Illinois for their compassion and kindness during this time.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Sesser-Valier Athletics and will be accepted at the Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home and also at the cemetery.

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Irene Toigo, 91, of Christopher, passed away on Tuesday April 20, 2021 at the Helia Healthcare in Benton, IL.

She was born on July 18, 1929 in DuQuoin, IL to Clyde Rabrum and Pearl (Spann) Vaughn. She married John Toigo JR and he preceded her in death on October 5, 1976.

She is survived by her children Joni (Ed) Perkins of Chrsitopher and John (Lori) Toigo III of Christopher; grandchildren Casey Cavinder, Tracy Cavinder, John Toigo IV, Celeste (Nick) Batts, Sarah (Gene Furlow) Toigo, Jesse Perkins, Jacob (Misty Knight) Perkins and Ethan Perkins; great grandchildren Rylan Perkins, Kynslee Perkins, Madison Perkins, Hayes Batts, Payton Batts, Ivy Furlow, Riley Furlow, Tori Crain and Caleb Furlow.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sisters Zelma Robbins and Gladys Bannaster and four brothers Lee Vaughn, Rabrum Vaughn Sr., Clem Vaughn and Clyde Vaughn.

Irene was a member of the Christopher-Greenwood United Methodist Church for many years.

Funeral services for Irene will be held on Friday April 23, 2021 at 12:00 PM at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher with Pastor Brett Beasley officiating. Visitation will be on Friday from 11:00 AM until the time of the service at 12:00 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be at the Maple Hill Cemetery in Sesser.

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Anthony “Buddy” Velasco, 84, passed away on Monday April 19, 2021 at the Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. Buddy was born to Tony and Rose Velasco on October 12, 1936.

Buddy is survived by his wife Beverly Velasco, four children, twelve grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and one son. There will be a celebration of life at a later date.

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Mr. Luis Juan Camarillo, age 63, went to his Heavenly Home at 8:50 a.m. Thursday, December 10, 2020.

Luis’ wishes were to be cremated.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 24, 2021 at the Leffler Funeral Home of Benton. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 24, 2021 at the funeral home.

We ask everyone attending the services to be considerate of others and to practice social distancing. Masks are required. If you are sick, please stay at home.

He was born on April 23, 1957 in Elgin, Illinois; the son of Jesse Camarillo and Englentina (Gonzalez) Camarillo. He married the former Malinda Marie Loera on April 24, 1999, and she survives.

Luis was a former drywall finisher and painter. He loved helping others and served his Lord in ministering to those in need spiritually. He was an assistant men’s director as a Missionary.

He loved cooking for his church family and helping others get through hardships. He loved watching his Chicago sports teams, especially the Bears and the Blackhawks.

Luis is survived by his loving wife of 21 years Malinda Marie Camarillo of Benton; a daughter Liza Camarillo of Illinois; his God children: Xavier Gonzalez, Adeline Chavez, Natalie Chavez and Liana Marley all four of California; his three siblings: Armando Camarillo of Sesser, Illinois, Donna Carrasco of Chicago, Illinois, and Olga Rodriguez of Chicago, Illinois; several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers.

Memorial contributions may be made In Memory of Luis Camarillo to the
SIH Cancer Institute
1400 Pin Oak Drive
Carterville Illinois 62918

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

David “Rabbit” Lee Rone, 74, of Thompsonville, passed away at 8:43 p.m., on Sunday, April 18, 2021, at his home in Thompsonville, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on September 23, 1946, to George and Dorothy (Short) Rone in Franklin County, IL. David worked as a Coal Miner for 35 years . He married Helen Mae Keller, and she survives.

Rabbit loved playing pool, car racing, hunting and camping. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.

He is survived by his loving spouse, Helen, one step-daughter, Sherry Wright; one step-son, Vallie Zettler; a sister, Tawana (Oscar) Dawn Rone-Shew; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George Leslie and Dorothy May Rone and two brothers, Jerry Lynn Rone and Leslie Ray Rone.

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

Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 22, 2021, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 22, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. at Pate Funeral Home, with Pastor Roger Webb, officiating.

Following the funeral service, burial will take place in the Brady Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Brady Cemetery and will be accepted at the funeral home.

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

Constance “Connie” Gunter, 69, of Benton, passed away at 4:00 a.m., on Sunday, April 18, 2021, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on November 5, 1951, to John and Virginia (Southerland) Schnieder in Benton, IL. On January 16, 1982, she married Curtis Gunter, and he survives.

Connie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved her pet dog Harper. She was an artist and enjoyed crafting, doing special occasion hair and cooking.

Connie is survived by her loving spouse of 39 years, Curtis, five daughters, Kim (David) Wilson, Jama Pickering, Laura (Danny) Montgonery, Tina (Brian) Blaine and Susan J. Kirk; nine grandchildren, Remington (Courtney) Isaacs, Pari (Kyle) Hagan, Dalton (Nicki) Yates, Kennedy Yates, Karsyn Holmes, Oliver Davis, Maci Fisher, Kenly Pickering and Emeri Kirk; two great-grandchildren, Maverick and Emmitt Curtis; two sisters, Jean Dawson and Lana Tuskus and a brother, Mike Gray.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Virginia Schnieder.

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

Her wishes were for cremation to take place, so a visitation memorial will be held on Wednesday, April 21, 2021, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Southern Illinois and will be accepted at the funeral home.

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