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Mary Carol Kruger, 81 was born to Mary and John Leighty in St. Francisville, IL. Carol is survived by her childhood sweetheart and love of her life, James Kruger. Carol is also survived by her four daughters, Rayana Gray (Glen), Gigi Flory (John), Mary Alyce Robinson (Spencer) and Polly DeMoss (Danny), along with eight grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. Carol lived a rich, happy life and spent her retirement enjoying competitive bridge, word games, and her family. Carol was smart, funny, and embodied a spirit of kindness. Carol died on October 13, 2021, surrounded by her loved ones. A graveside service will be held in St. Francisville, IL at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the...

Murphysboro - Byron Wendel York, 89, of Murphysboro, Illinois, passed away on October 7, 2021 in Carbondale, IL Byron was born on July 3, 1932 in Tuscola, Illinois. He graduated from Tuscola High School in 1950. He married Sue Coslet York on November 26, 1955 who proceeded him in death on December 3, 2019. They would have celebrated their 66th anniversary this November. He attended Eastern Illinois University, where he ran track and received his bachelor's degree in accounting; McCormick Theological Seminary where he received his degree of divinity; and he served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was an inspirational Presbyterian Pastor of the Southeastern Illinois...

Rita Joan (Guinn) Burchfield, age 89 of Sumner, went safely home to be with Jesus at 9:10 am on Wednesday, October 6, 2021. Born August 17, 1932 to Nan Katherin (Nelson) and Paul Peter Guinn. The 5th of 6 children- two brothers: Tommy Paul and Paul Nelson Guinn and three sisters- Doris Dorene (Fouts), Donna Louise (Veach), and Ruth Ann (Cooper). Rita married Lee Elsworth Burchfield on May 28, 1949. In May, they celebrated their 72nd Anniversary. What a BLESSING!!! As a member of Shiloh Baptist Church of Bridgeport since 1953, Rita was very active within the church family. Within the church she was active in the Homemakers, Women's Missionary Union (WMU), Bible School, singing in the...

Charles Weger, age 96, of Flat Rock, Illinois passed away on Monday, October 04, 2021 at the Lawrence County Memorial Hospital in Lawrenceville, Illinois. He was born on August 31, 1925 in Lawrence County, Illinois, the son of Arthur and Bernice (Shank) Weger. He married Erma Yoho on June 07, 1943, and she preceded him in death on July 28, 1998. Chuck was a 1942 graduate of Lawrenceville Township High School, and attended the University of Illinois. He was a lifelong farmer, as well as a Pioneer Seed Dealer. He raised Registered Polled Hereford Cattle for many years. His memberships included: past president of Illinois Health Improvement Association and served on the board of Blue Cross...

Joyce Smith, age 78, of Lawrenceville, Illinois passed away on Sunday, October 03, 2021 at her residence. She was born on February 08, 1943 in Pinkstaff, Illinois, the daughter of Owen and Eva (Hatfield) Medlen. She married Harold R. Smith on December 28, 1963, and he preceded her in death on December 24, 2013 Joyce worked at Dr. Mayr's dental office for 40 years. She was a member of the St. Lawrence Catholic Church and the American Legion Auxiliary. Her hobbies included doing puzzles, shopping, gambling, traveling, square dancing, being part of a bowling league, and she loved being with her family. Preceding her in death were her parents Owen and Eva Medlen; husband, Harold Smith; two...

Norma Lee Jones, age 92, of Lawrenceville, Illinois passed away on Saturday, October 02, 2021 at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, Indiana. She was born on April 18, 1929 in Seminole, Oklahoma, the daughter of Harold J. and Thelma Marie (King) Waggoner. She married Hugh L. Jones on August 19, 1951, and he preceded her in death on October 26, 2008. Norma was a homemaker. She was a member of the First Christian Church in Lawrenceville, Lawrenceville Garden Club, and Christian Women Fellowship. She enjoyed sewing, needlepoint, embroidering, and spending time with her grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents and husband. Survivors include her daughter, Jan Welsh and...

Norma F. Cook, age 99 of Bridgeport, passed away Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at Aperion Care of Bridgeport. She was born October 25, 1921 in Lawrenceville to Berl and Josephine (Cook) Preston. She married Jerald G. "Jay" Cook on August 24, 1955 in Bridgeport, and he preceded her in death. Norma was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Bridgeport. She was a homemaker and a local (Bridgeport) businesswoman along her husband's side. Many knew her from Jay's Grocery Store, the Pool Room, and Jay's Restaurant. Norma and Jay loved to travel together. Surviving family includes: two daughters- Theresa "Cece" Wellman of Bloomington, IN and Becky Cook of Bridgeport: two grandchildren-...

Larry Lynn Schoffstall, 80, of Arthur, died at 8:58 p.m. Sunday, September 26, 2021 at Carle Hospital in Urbana. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 1, 2021 at the Waggoner Cemetery in Chauncey, Illinois with visitation from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday, September 30, 2021 at Shrader Funeral Home, 431 S. Vine Street, Arthur. Larry was born October 22, 1940 in Lawrence County, the son of Cleon and Leota Shank Schoffstall. He married Carol Jenkins in Olney on October 22, 1967. He is survived by his wife, Carol Schoffstall of Arthur; twin daughters, Candace (Shane) Hout of Arcola; Corinna (Brett) Watson of Ripley, Tennessee; 5 grandsons, Marcus, Matthew, Myles, McKinnon...

David H. Pierson, age 83 of Bridgeport, IL, peacefully passed away Friday, September 24, 2021 in Carmi, IL at 5:53 p.m. He was surrounded by his family. He was born September 8, 2021 in Lukin Township in Lawrence County Illinois, the son of Stanley Lewis & Brittie Isabella Pierson. David was the youngest of 7 children. David worked as a butcher at the Red & White Grocery, the Eagles as a bartender and retired from the Texaco Refinery after 19 plus years of dedicated service. David was a skilled lifetime carpenter working with his father and son on numerous building projects including building his family's home. Early in David's career he traded his carpentry skills for flying...

Mary E. Middagh, age 82 of rural Bridgeport, passed away Wednesday, September 22, 2021 . She was born in Terre Haute, IN on January 27, 1939 to John Edward Sheehan and his wife Harriett Mildred (McCoy) Sheehan. On May 24, 1958, Jesse C. Middagh (known by many as Jake or J.C.) married Mary Sheehan in Harrison, AR, and he preceded her in death in 2009. Mary was a homemaker, farmers wife, worked at the First National Bank of Bridgeport, retired from Golden Rule, and owned and operated the Bridgeport laundromat along with Jake. She was also a member of New Hope Christian Church and attended when she was able. Surviving family includes: one son- Edward Middagh and wife Staci of rural...