Obituaries
Kathryn Crider, 92, of Anna, and formerly of Manteno, died Monday, Jan. 13, 2025, at Integrity Healthcare in Anna.
She was born on Nov. 22, 1932, in Pomona, the daughter of George and Dora Della King Forby.
She married William Marshall Crider on Nov. 24, 1951, in Trussville, Ala. He preceded her...
Rev. Billy Freeman, 72, of Jonesboro, died Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, at his residence.
He was born on April 17, 1952, in Waxahachie, Texas, the son of Billy Joe and Norma Glee Murray Freeman.
He was married to Kimberly Jo Freeman and she survives.
He was a graduate of Ozark Bible Institute in...
Alice Fay Tripp Popernik, 66, of Jonesboro, died Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, at her residence
She was born on Oct. 25, 1958, in Anna, the daughter of Carl Sylvester and Mary Katheryne Lambert Tripp.
She loved watching television and she loved her dogs, Susie Q and Ginger.
She is survived by her...
Forrest Lee Ice, 89, of Cape Girardeau, passed away peacefully at home on Jan. 12, 2025, surrounded by his family.
He was born on May 9, 1935, in Miller City, the son of James F. Ice and Anna Pearl Davison Ice.
His deep commitment to the land defined much of his life. As a lifelong farmer in...
Gary Lynn Davis, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on Jan. 12, 2025, at the age of 84.
Born on August 20, 1940, Gary dedicated his life to his family and faith, leaving a legacy of love and service that will endure in the hearts of all who knew...
Bill Chaney, 58, of Anna, and formerly of Atwood, Tenn., and Joliet, died Friday, Jan. 10, 2025, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau.
He was born on Nov. 5, 1966, in Chicago, the son of Billy Roger and Betty Lou Skeens Chaney.
Mr. Chaney was a proud Teamster. He loved to ride his...
Joann Toler will be remembered for her vibrant personality, optimism, love of community, music, fashion sense and beauty. Never without her lipstick, she made the world a brighter place, every day.
With heartfelt sadness, we share the news of Rosetta “Joann” Colyer Toler’s passing on January 16,...
Mary Elizabeth McRaven, 72, of rural Belknap, died at 10:10 p.m. Friday, Jan. 10, 2025, at her home.
She was born on March 13, 1952, in Orange, Texas. She was the daughter of Jack and Florence Elizabeth Clarkson Phillips.
On Sept. 22, 1979, Mary was united in marriage to Don McRaven in Fallon,...
Larry Leon Hileman, 81, of Anna, died Friday, Jan. 10, 2025, at Deaconess Illinois Union County Hospital in Anna.
He was born on June 28, 1943, in Union County, the son of Don W. and Alberta Sronce Hileman.
He married Nancy Ann Sullivan on Aug. 6, 1967.
Mr. Hileman is survived by his wife, Nancy...
Alisa Lynn Wachsnicht, 58, of Cobden, died Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, at Mercy Southeast Hospital.
She was born on July 20, 1966, in Union County, the daughter of William and Betty Williams Cast.
She married Rodney Wachsnicht on Dec. 28, 2007.
She is survived by her husband, Rodney Wachsnicht of...
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