Eugene “Gene” Isham

Eugene “Gene” Isham, 62, of Mount Carmel, Illinois passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, Indiana surrounded by the love of his family. Gene was born on March 17, 1955 in Oliver Springs, Tennessee the son of Lloyd and Bonnie (Cagley) Isham.

Gene a member of the Laborers Local Union 561 and worked in road construction. He was a very hard worker. Gene was a true outdoorsman and loved hunting and fishing. His favorite times were spent on the river. Among Gene’s hobbies, he enjoyed working on cars and playing horseshoes. He will be missed by his family and all who knew him.

Gene will be remembered by his wife, Sheila Isham; mother, Bonnie Isham; two sons, Ralston (Jennifer) Isham and Allen (Flisha) Isham of Mount Carmel; grandchildren, Rainey, Willow and Danny; four brothers, David Gaston, Robert Isham, Jack Isham and Eddie Isham; three sisters, Sue Flener, Jane Brines and Donna Merier; several nieces and nephews.

Gene was preceded in death by his father, Lloyd Isham and sister, Kathy Isham.

In keeping with Gene’s wishes no formal services will be held at this time. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Gene’s tribute wall and leave condolences for the Isham family, please visit www.KeepesFuneralHome.com

Funeral Report-Chris A. Seibert

FUNERAL REPORT

A Mass of Christian Burial for Chris A. Seibert was held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, November, 20, 2017 at Saint Mary Catholic Church. Father Robert Zwilling celebrated the Mass with Deacon Steve Lowe and Deacon Charlie Speaks assisting. The family was seated to the song “Go Rest High on That Mountain”. Opening hymn was “Here I Am Lord”. “Shepherd Me O God” was the Responsorial Psalm and “On Eagle’s Wings” was played during Communion. The Song of Farewell was “Precious Lord, Take My Hand” and at dismissal, “The Wings of a Dove” was played. Servers for the Mass were William Mayberry and Brayden Vaughan. Donna Lowe served as keyboardist with Mary Trimble as Cantor. Burial took place at Saint Mary’s Catholic Cemetery. Keepes Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Chris A. Seibert.

FUNERAL REPORT-ALVEINA F. DILL

The funeral service for Alveina F. Dill was held Saturday, November 18, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. at Gospel Kingdom Church. Brother John Peach conducted the service. It included Music, Prayer, Eulogy and Message. Recorded music included “Love Me” by Collin Raye, “Near You” by George Jones and Tammy Wynette, “Go Rest High on That Mountain” by Vince Gill, and “I Can Only Imagine” by Mercy Me. Congregational song “In the Garden” was played by Beverly Peach, keyboardist, who also played before and after the service. The burial service was conducted by Brother Peach at Highland Memorial Cemetery. Pallbearers were William Dill, Erica Dill, Winter Dill, Nathan Dill, Nick Lawrence and Josh Dill.

Short-Cunningham Funeral Home was honored to serve the Dill family.

FUNERAL REPORT- DONNA JEAN LITHERLAND

The funeral service for Donna Jean Litherland was held Sunday, November 19, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home. Pastor Jeremy Henson and Pastor Nelson Reiber conducted the service. It included Prayer, Scripture Readings, Eulogy, Memories and Message. “Amazing Grace” sang by Elvis Presley was played during the service. Marcia Woodcock played prelude and postlude music. The burial service was conducted by Pastors Henson and Reiber at Highland Memorial Cemetery. Pallbearers were Nick Litherland, Dylan Litherland, Dick Kennard, Damon Banks, Levi Banks and Luke Lambird. Short-Cunningham Funeral Home was honored to serve the Litherland family.

Funeral Report-Brad Cowling

Graveside Services were held at 1:00 p.m., Sunday, November 19, 2017 at Brown Cemetery to honor the life of Brad Cowling. Pastor Gavin Bellinger conducted the service. Scripture readings included, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Psalm 9:2 and Psalm 23. “Amazing Grace” and “I’ll Fly Away” was played during the service. The poem, “May Peace like a River” along with a poem that Brad had written for his mom was shared during the service. Keepes Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Brad Cowling.

Russell Wayne Mays

Russell Wayne Mays, 67, of Albion, IL passed from this life to the next on November 16, 2017 at Rest Haven Manor in Albion.

Wayne was born June 26, 1950 in Mt. Vernon, IL to Olive (Lively) and Russell Mays. He married Anna Mae Morris on January 1, 1977 at the Keensburg Christian Church in Keensburg, IL, and she survives.

He had served as a part-time minister in the past for both the Bellmont Christian Church and the Wynoose Christian Church, and a factory worker at both Champion Labs and Snap-On. Wayne graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Christian Education from the Saint Louis Christian College in 2001, and was a member of the Sigma Lambda Chi Chi Honor Society. He enjoyed his grandchildren’s activities and singing for the Lord.

Wayne is survived by his wife, Anna Mae Mays of Albion; two sons: Jonathan (Rebekka) Mays of Browns and Kainen Mays of Albion; one daughter, Autumn Mays of Albion; three sisters: Diane Wilson of Oregon, Linda (Bob) Robinson of Mt. Vernon, and Elaine (Frankie) Owens of Mt. Vernon; and four grandchildren: Brooklyn, Trace, Maggie, and Windsor Mays. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Anna Maria Mays, and granddaughter Clemma Frances.

Visitation will be held Monday, November 20, 2017 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Ingram Funeral Home in Albion. Funeral service will be Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at 10 a.m. at the funeral home with burial to follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery in Mt. Carmel.

Memorials may be made to Toys For Tots, and envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Fond memories and online condolences may be shared with the family at www.ingramfh.net.

Ingram Funeral Home of Albion is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements.

DONNA J. LITHERLAND

Donna Jean Litherland, 82, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Thursday, November 16, 2017.

She was born July 12, 1935, in Harrisburg, Illinois, the daughter of Jeff and Goldie Mae (Hunt) Aldridge.  On August 6, 1954, she married James Litherland in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. 

Donna was an active member of Evangelical United Methodist Church holding many positions including chairman of the Board of Trustees.  She was a homemaker and loved the time she spent with her family and her sorority sisters of Beta Sigma Phi.

Her community was important, as she unselfishly donated much of her time to many charities and personally collected Christmas items and clothing each year for mentally handicapped children.

Left to cherish Donna’s memory is her husband of 63 years, Jim; children Steve Litherland and his wife Teresa of North Port, Florida, Kathy Jean Litherland of Harrisburg, Illinois, and, Jeffery Scott Litherland and his wife Sherrie of North Port, Florida; and three grandchildren Nicholas, Emily and Dylan Litherland all of North Port, Florida.   

Donna was preceded in death by her parents and sisters Clara and Jeannetta.

Visitation will be held Sunday, November 19, 2017, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home.  Funeral services will begin at 2:00 p.m. with burial immediately following in Highland Memorial Cemetery.  

Memorials can be made to Illinois Special Olympics and to the charity of your choice.

Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com.   

Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve the Litherland family.

Donald Ray Brown

Donald Ray Brown, 85, of Mount Carmel, Illinois passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at his residence surrounded by his loving daughter, Telisa Brown. He was born on April 26, 1932 in Wabash County, Illinois the son of Arthur and Dolly (Alcorn) Brown.

Don faithfully served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was a very hard worker and dedicated boilermaker. He enjoyed the company of his friends and family. Don loved being outdoors, mushroom hunting and spending time on the river fishing. He was a member of the VFW and the Eagles. Don will be missed by his family and all who knew him.

Don is survived by his children, Telisa Brown of Mount Carmel, Kathy Foote of Mount Carmel and Todd (Patty Ewing) Brown of Grayville, IL; brother, Art (Beverly) Brown of Mount Carmel; sisters, Shirley (Wayne) Schroyer and Lois Clark; grandchildren, Sierra Brown, David Brown and Jennifer Vanfleet; two great grandchildren.

Don was preceded in death by his parents; three sons, Donnie Brown, Gil Clark and Kevin Clark; two brothers, Harold Brown and Ron Brown.

In keeping with Don’s wishes no formal services will be held. A private family burial will be held at a later date.

Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Don’s tribute wall and leave online condolences, please visit our website at www.KeepesFuneralHome.com.

Glenn E. Schrader

Glenn E. Schrader, 80, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on Sunday, November 12, 2017 at River Oaks Health Campus in Princeton, Indiana. He was born March 28, 1937 in Vincennes, Indiana the son of Frank M. and H. Evangeline (Leek) Schrader. He graduated from St. Francisville High School. Glenn married Mary Katherine Hering on August 8, 1959.

Glenn’s working career was in electronics sales. He attended four years of college at Eastern Illinois University. Glenn was an avid sports fan and a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. Glenn loved all genres of music. He will be missed by his family and all who knew him.

Glenn will be remembered by his wife of fifty eight years, Mary Schrader of Mount Carmel; children, Glynnis Fisher of Mesa, AZ and Karla Schrader of Mount Carmel, IL Michael (Susan) Schrader of Knoxville; one granddaughter, Melissa Fisher. Glenn was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorial Services will be at 10:00 a.m., Friday, December 1, 2017 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home with Pastor Mark Richison officiating. A private family burial will follow at St. Sebastian Catholic Cemetery in Wabash County, Illinois.

Family and friends may gather for a Memorial Visitation from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m., Friday, December 1, 2017 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be made in Glenn’s memory to Heart to Heart Hospice, 415 E. 6th Street, Jasper, IN 47546 or to the Wabash County Animal Shelter Buddies, 11336 N. 1550 Blvd, Mount Carmel, IL 62863. Envelopes will be at the funeral home or can be mailed to Keepes Funeral Home, 1500 N. Cherry Street, Mount Carmel, IL 62863.

Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Glenn’s tribute wall, leave condolences and purchase flowers for the Schrader family, please visit www.KeepesFuneralHome.com.

Alveina Faye Dill, 84

Alveina Faye Dill, 84, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, peacefully passed away Tuesday, November 14, 2017, at her residence surrounded by family.

Alveina was born August 18, 1933, in Mt. Carmel, Illinois, the daughter of Wesley J. and Clara B. (Webb) Perry. On June 5, 1948, she married Bill G. Dill in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Together they ran Dill Fish Market specializing in caviar. Alveina was a member of Gospel Kingdom Church.

Left to cherish Alveina’s memory are her children William G. Dill and his wife Debra of Keensburg, James R. Dill and his wife Brenda of Mt. Carmel, and foster daughter Rebecca Eads and husband Bobby of Mt. Carmel; great-granddaughter, that Alveina raised, Erica Paige Dill of Mt. Carmel; brother Charles “Sonny” Perry of DuQuoin, Illinois; five grandchildren; twenty one great-grandchildren; and, six great-great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death were her parents, husband Bill of 65 years, siblings Arvel, Leonard, Paul and Richard Perry, Juanita Grubb, Clara Alena Overline and Mary L. Campbell and grandson Robbie Dill.

Visitation for Alveina will be held Saturday, November 18, 2017, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Gospel Kingdom Church, 1440 West Third Street. Funeral services will begin at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor John Peach officiating. Burial service will immediately follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery.

Memorials can be made to Hospice of Southeastern Illinois, 800 E. Locust Street, Olney, Illinois 62450. Envelopes will be available at the service or can be mailed to Short-Cunningham Funeral Homes, 527 N. Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois 62863.

Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve the Dill family.