Donald Edward Dean, 83

Donald Edward Dean, 83, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, peacefully passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2018, at Oakview Heights surrounded by his loving family.

He was born June 12, 1934, in Lick Prairie, Illinois, the son of Granville and Dale (Voigt) Dean. Donnie was in the Mt. Carmel High School graduating class of 1952. On August 14, 1954, Donnie married Patsy Lathrop in Mt. Carmel. They had a wonderful 63 years!

Donnie was a member of Evangelical United Methodist Church. He was the owner of Dean’s Office Supply for 48 years (1956-2004). Donnie was a past member of Lion’s Club, a lifetime member of Mt. Carmel Elks #715, coached Little League baseball, was a director of American Savings and Loan, an avid Mt. Carmel High School and Wabash Valley College Booster, loved horse racing and was truly an IU fan. One of his greatest passions was mowing. Above all Donnie loved spending time with all of his family at Mesa Lake boating and water skiing.

Left to cherish Donnie’s memory is Patsy, his loving wife of 63 years; children Teresa Jane Harris and husband Rodney and Robert G. Dean and his wife Robin, both of Mt. Carmel; grandchildren Melanie Brashears and husband Jason, Natalie Stevenson and husband Nathan, Michael Dean and wife Theresa and Allison Johnston and husband Chris; great grandchildren Christian, Chloe, Sophia, Madisyn, Drake, Aubrey, Chase, Vincent, Khade and Alayna; siblings Louise Spencer and husband Bob and Kenneth Dean.

Preceding Donnie in death were his parents, father and mother-in-law Robert and Thelma Lathrop, sister-in-law Nell Dean and brother-in-law Gerald Lathrop.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 3, 2018, at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel of Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois, with burial following in Highland Memorial Cemetery, 1827 College Drive, Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

Family and friends may gather for a visitation Friday, February 2, 2018, from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Short Funeral Home.

Memorials may be given to the Wabash Valley College Foundation. Envelopes will be available at Short Funeral Home.

The family would like to thank Sheila Randall and the wonderful caregivers at Oakview Height’s Alzheimer’s unit.

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

Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Donnie’s family.

Glen C. Markle, Sr., 90

Glen C. Markle, Sr., 90, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, January 30, 2018, at Oakview Heights.

He was born January 3, 1928, in Danville, Illinois, the son of Glen Cash and Eilene (Kelly) Markle. On December 21, 1948, Glen married Iris Bolton in Robinson, Illinois. She preceded him in death December 21, 2002.

Glen was a member of the Lighthouse church. He worked for Pacific Press & Shear as a service and maintenance man until 1993. Glen was a diehard St. Louis Cardinals fan.

Left to honor Glen’s memory is his son Glen C. Markle, Jr. and his wife Kris of Mt. Carmel, Illinois; two grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; nine greatgrandchildren; five step-greatgrandchildren; one great greatgrandchild due early February.

Glen was preceded in death by his parents; wife; two greatgrandchildren, Monica and Gabrielle; and, siblings Gene Carl Markle and Lois McCalley.

The funeral service for Glen will be held Friday, February 2, 2018, at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel of Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery, 1827 College Drive.

Friends and family may gather for visitation Friday, February 2, 2018, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., prior to the service.

Memorials may be made to the Wabash County Senior Citizens, 115 East Third Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Envelopes will be available at Short’s.

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

Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Glen’s family.

FUNERAL REPORT-Herschel E. Johnson

Funeral Services were held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, January 29, 2018 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home to honor the life of Herschel E. Johnson. Pastor Vaughn Courter conducted the service which included opening and closing prayers, scripture, reading of the obituary, eulogy and song. Herschel’s grandchildren, Margaret Campbell, Daniel Johnson, Elizabeth Blair and Luke Johnson sang “Higher Ground”, accompanied by Denise Rogers who served as keyboardist throughout the service. The congregation joined in singing “What a Friend We Have in Jesus”, “Surely Goodness and Mercy” and “Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus”. Burial took place in Bethel Cemetery. Pallbearers were Daniel Johnson, Luke Johnson, Tyler Campbell, Anthony Blair, Bill Johnson, Herschel Johnson, Jerry Rigg and Matthew Marriott. Keepes Funeral Home is honored to serve the Johnson family.

Eugene “Jeep” Willis, 94

Eugene “Jeep” Willis, 94, of Owensville, Indiana passed away on Friday, January 26, 2018 at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, Indiana.  He was born on August 24, 1923 in Gibson County, IN the son of Edward and Ocha (Hendrix) Willis.  Jeep married Bonnie Mae Phillis on November 15, 1963 and they enjoyed fifty three years of marriage until her passing on February 4, 2017.

Jeep loved being outdoors, fishing and hunting.  He enjoyed riding around and was very fond of the river bottoms.  Jeep also was a skilled gardener and was very proud of his tomato plants.  Among his hobbies he also loved watching St. Louis Cardinals Baseball. Jeep was a very hard and dedicated worker where during his working career he worked as a drilling superintendent for Lohman & Johnson.  He also was an avid harness horse racer.  Jeep will be missed by his family and all who knew him.

Jeep will be remembered by his daughters, Risha (Frank) Seals of Mount Carmel and Carol (Gary) Bledsoe of St. Cloud of FL; grandchildren, Ryan (Jennifer) James, Risha Kay Seals, Jackie (David) Seaton, Tracey Bearden, Chad (Hanna) Smith, Kathy (Chris) Presley; great grandchildren, Chaney, Eastyn, Adler and Alliana James, Danny Krause, Courtney Burton, Lance (Amber) Seaton, Logan (Emily) Seaton, Lauren, Laney, Nicholas, Alma and Lawrence Smith, Kody Johnston and Brook Presley; great great grandchildren, Allyson, Kelsey, Clayton, Lydia, Lyla and Jacob.

Jeep was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Theron and Kimber Willis; sister’s, Bertha Harmon and Rada Koil.

In keeping with Jeeps wishes he will be cremated and no formal services will be held at this time. 

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

Funeral Report-STUART W. “STU” HIPSHER

The funeral service for Stuart W. “Stu” Hipsher was held Friday, January 26, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. in the Wabash Presbyterian Church at Orio.  Pastor Kevin McGinnis conducted the service.  It included Welcome, Prayer, Scripture Readings from Psalms, John, Revelation and Philippians, Songs of Worship and Praise, Remembrances and Closing Prayer.  Songs sung and played by Doug and Christy McPherson included “Praise You In The Storm”, “There Will Be A Day”, “Forever” and “Your Great Name”. Janet Oliver played various selections before and after the service. Larry Caddell and Barb Allender played and sang “If Only For a Little While” in remembrance of Stu. Various friends and family shared stories and memories.  After the service the pallbearers carried the casket to the Orio Cemetery for the burial service conducted by Pastor McGinnis. The pallbearers were Jay Thompson, Carl Stevens, Ryan Hipsher, Curt Hipsher, Ian Hipsher, Mark Crummley, Larry Caddell and Mike Beesley.

Short-Cunningham Funeral Home was honored to assist Stu’s family with the service arrangements.

Herschel E. Johnson, 89

Herschel E. Johnson, 89, of Bellmont, Illinois passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 25, 2018 at Oakview Heights Continuous Care and Rehab.  He was born on May 4, 1928 in Gibson County, Indiana the son of William and Effie (Rodgers) Johnson.  Herschel married Marjorie Zimmerman on April 1, 1948 and together they enjoyed sixty nine years of marriage centered on their family. Herschel was a devoted husband, father and grandfather.  He was a very hard worker and truly knew the meaning of a day’s work.  He retired at the age of eighty one where he spent a lot of his working career as a hog farmer.  Herschel also worked at PSI as a security guard.  Among his hobbies, Herschel loved being outdoors, tending to his garden and tinkering around the farm.  He was a member of the Bellmont United Methodist Church in Bellmont, Illinois.     Herschel will be remembered by his loving wife, Marjorie Johnson of Bellmont, IL; four children, Bill Johnson and wife, Pat of Mount Carmel, Tom Johnson of Olney, IL; Brenda Johnson of Bellmont, IL, Herschel Johnson and wife, Linda of Bellmont, IL; six grandchildren, Billy Joe Johnson, Sabrina Johnson, Margaret (Tyler) Campbell, Daniel (Natalie) Johnson, Elizabeth (Anthony) Blair and Luke Johnson; four great grandchildren, Matalei Greer, Gerald Greer, Xavier Blair and Gideon Campbell; many loved nieces, nephews and cousins. Herschel was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Jane Johnson; brothers, Horace Johnson, Robert Johnson and Clarence Johnson. Funeral Services will be 1:00 p.m., Monday, January 29, 2018 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home with Pastor Vaughn Courter officiating.   Burial will follow at Bethel Cemetery in Bellmont, Illinois. Family and friends may gather for a Visitation from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Monday, January 29, 2018 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made in Herschel’s memory to the Bellmont United Methodist Church.  Envelopes will be available 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 Herschel’s tribute wall, leave condolences and purchase flowers for the Johnson family, please visit www.KeepesFuneralHome.com

Velma M. Hord, 95

Velma M. Hord, 95, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 25, 2018 at Oakview Heights Continuous Care and Rehab Center.

          She was born on December 29, 1922 in Oblong, Illinois; the daughter of Vernon and Goldie (Ikemire) Whitmer. Velma was a member of the Lancaster Church of Christ.  She married James “Hank” Hord on August 20, 1942 in Salem, Illinois; together they had two daughters, Anita and Linda. Velma loved animals; especially her dog Shorty. Later in life she loved talking with friends and family over the internet.  Velma enjoyed watching Jeopardy and Ninja Warrior.

          Left to cherish her memories is her two daughters, Anita Bobbitt of Mt. Carmel and Linda Adams of Inglewood, California; grandson, James Thomas Bobbitt; one great-grandson, Dalton Wade Bobbitt.

          She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Hank Hord; granddaughter, Lori Bobbitt; sister, Nadine Groves.

          Visitation for friends and family will be Monday, January 29, 2018 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home.

          Funeral service will be Tuesday, January 30, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home with burial following at Highland Memorial Cemetery. She will be laid to rest next to her husband.        

Memorials may be made in her name to the Wabash County Shelter Buddies.

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

          Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Velma’s family.

FUNERAL REPORT-Leland G. Stoltz

Graveside Services were held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, January 25, 2018 at Lick Prairie Cemetery to honor the life of Leland G. Stoltz.  Pastor Larry Stivers conducted the service which included music, scripture readings and prayer.  A recording of “In the Garden” by Joey and Rory was played and Pastor Stivers sang “Amazing Grace”.  Pallbearers were Steven Wagner, Matthew Wagner, Troy Stoltz, Eric Scherer, Adam Stoltz and Shawn Summers.  Keepes Funeral Home is honored to serve the Stoltz family.  

Cheryl Ann (Wilkerson) Unfried, 62

Cheryl Ann (Wilkerson) Unfried, 62, of Allendale, Illinois passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at Deaconess Hospital with her family by her side. She was born on June 26, 1955 in Gibson County, IN the daughter of Jim and Nora (Reed) Wilkerson. She grew up in a large family having six brothers, Cheryl was a tomboy even in her pretty dresses. She married Raphael “Ray” Unfried on July 3, 1984 and together they enjoyed thirty three years of marriage.

Cheryl loved her family and friends. She also loved her animals and her pride is her painted horse “Cherokee”. She enjoyed decorating for the holidays with Halloween and Christmas being her favorite. She also loved listening to music, dancing and practicing her skills at sketched art. She also loved her Mopar’s and attending car shows. Cheryl treasured her time on the truck with Ray and visiting different places.

Cheryl will be remembered by her husband, Ray Unfried of Allendale; two daughters, Tracy (Jay Hillyard) Moler and Tammy (Tony) Nold both of Mount Carmel; one son, Michael Morrow of Princeton, IN; grandchildren, Zachary Clayton, Addison Moler, Shelly Moler, Emma Barrett, Jaxin, Ravin and Kaen Nold; six brothers, Tom (Pat) Wilkerson of Bruceville, IN, Richard (Barb) Wilkerson of Dale, IN, Leslie (Rosie) Wilkerson of North Carolina, Gerald Wilkerson, Ivan Wilkerson and Bruce (Sandy) Wilkerson all of Princeton, IN; several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and sisters in law.

Cheryl was preceded in death by her parents, Jim and Nora (Reed) Wilkerson; and her grandparents, Reverend Frank J. and Grace Reed.

In keeping with Cheryl’s wishes she will be cremated and a memorial service will take place at a later date.

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

Leland Stoltz, 90

Leland Stoltz, 90, of Mount Carmel, Illinois passed away Sunday, January 21, 2018 at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, Indiana. He was born May 14, 1927 in Wabash County, Illinois the son of Adam and Tressie (Doty) Stoltz.  On December 5, 1951 Leland married Betty Ann (Deisher) Stoltz and she preceded him in death.

Leland proudly served his country in the United States Army.  During his military service he was a truck driver and carried that career on into his civilian life.  He greatly enjoyed driving his truck as he was employed by the DeKalb Company for 45 plus years.  Leland also enjoyed farming.  He developed a love for antique tractors and farm equipment and enjoyed attending auctions.  Leland was a member of the Church of Christ.  He will be dearly missed.

Leland will be remembered by his son, David (Susan) Stoltz of Mount Carmel; two daughters, Teresa (Nathan) Wagner of Carlisle, AR and Erma Stoltz of Olney, IL; grandchildren, Rachel (David) Stafford, Steven (Kristin) Wagner, Matthew (Anna) Wagner, Mindy (Chris) Parker, Amanda (Scott) Snow, Shawn Summers, Kristen (Dennis) Pasche, Adam Stoltz, Eric (Tori) Stoltz, Sara (Eric) Scherer, Troy Stoltz; great grandchildren, Amelia Snow, Ezra Stafford, Scarlet Scherer, Camden Scherer; one sister, Patsy (Larry) Stivers of Olney, IL and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Leland was preceded in death by his parents; loving wife, Betty Stoltz; sisters, Wanda Root, Bernell Seals and one infant brother. 

Graveside services will be 11:00 a.m., Thursday, January 25, 2018 at Lick Prairie Cemetery in Wabash County Illinois with Minister Larry Stivers officiating.  There is no public visitation prior to the service, please meet at the cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in Leland’s memory to Lick Prairie Christian Church, 17485 E 400 Rd. Mt. Carmel, IL  62863.  Envelopes will be at the Graveside or may be mailed to Keepes Funeral Home, 1500 N Cherry St., Mt. Carmel, IL  62863.

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

STUART WARREN HIPSHER, 58

Stuart W. Hipsher, 58, of St. Francisville, Illinois, peacefully went to heaven Monday, January 22, 2018, at his residence with his loving family by his side.

He was born November 18, 1959, the son of Roy and Deanna (Beesley) Hipsher in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Stuart was a graduate of the Allendale Class of 1977.

On December 28, 2008, Stuart married Pam Brooks in Lawrenceville, Illinois. He was a elder of the Wabash Presbyterian Church at Orio, Illinois. Stuart was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed gardening, hunting, fishing, trapping, mushroom hunting, playing horseshoes, raising chickens for his egg ministry, raising rabbits with his daughter and was a great carpenter. Above all, Stuart loved being involved with the Hickory Grove Great Banquet, playing bass for the church praise team and playing on his church softball league in which he was referred to as “Commissioner.” He worked for Snap-On Tools and later went on to work at Toyota for fifteen years.

Left to honor Stuart’s memory are his parents, Roy and Deanna Hipsher of St. Francisville, Illinois; wife, Pam; children, Justin Hipsher and wife Amanda of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, Rachel Tran and her husband Chuc also of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, Faith Hurst of Lawrenceville, Illinois and Wynter Schultz and fiancé Jerold Wilcox of St. Francisville, Illinois; grandchildren, Noah, Abigail and Avianna Hipsher; and, a brother, Philip G. Hipsher and his wife Tina of Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

Stuart was preceded in death by his grandparents.

The funeral service for Stuart will be held Friday, January 26, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. at the Wabash Presbyterian Church in Orio, Illinois. Burial will follow in the Orio Cemetery.

Friends and family may call for a visitation at the Wabash Presbyterian Church in Orio, Illinois, Thursday, January 25, 2018, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Memorials can be made to the Hickory Grove Great Banquet or the Wabash Presbyterian Church Softball Fund. Envelopes will be available at the church or Short Funeral Home.

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

Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Stuart’s family.

Donald Ray Jones, 86

Donald Ray Jones, 86, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Saturday, January 20, 2018, at his residence.

He was born May 21, 1931, in Mt. Carmel, Illinois, the son of John Alonzo and Agnes (Richardson) Jones. Don married Ruth Jones on November 8, 1960, in Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

Donald proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy, doing a fifteen month trip around the world on the USS McCaffery. He worked for Babcock & Wilcox and Loeffler Oil Company. Donald was a lifetime member of the VFW. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed hunting wildlife and ginseng. 

Left to honor Donald’s memory is his wife, Ruth, of 57 years; children, Richard Jones and wife Glenda of Humbolt, California, Judy Kramer and late husband Jay of Ft. Branch, Indiana, Gerri Hunt and her husband Dennis of Calhoun, Illinois, James Jones of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, and Jennifer Saleh and husband, Mahmoud of St. Louis, Missouri; thirteen grandchildren; twenty-six great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; and, a sister Joyce Rosignol of Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

Donald was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Veryl, Paul and Richard Jones; and a son, John Jones.

The graveside service for Donald will be Wednesday, January 24, 2018, at 1:00 p.m. at the Adams Corner Cemetery, 19772 Wabash 18 Avenue, Allendale, Illinois. There will be a visitation prior to the service from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Burial will follow the funeral service at the Adams Corner Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials may be made in Donald’s memory to the USAMV Mt. Carmel Honor Guard, P.O. Drawer 400, Mt. Carmel, Illinois 62863. Envelopes will be available Short Funeral Home.

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

Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Donald’s family.

Esther A. Smith, 93

Esther A. Smith, 93, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Sunday, January 21, 2018, at Wabash General Hospital.

She was born March 11, 1924, the daughter of Peter C. and Flora (Zimmer) Smith in Friendsville, Illinois.  Esther was a graduate of Mt. Carmel High School and was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.   She worked as a CNA at the nursing home.

Left to cherish Esther’s memory is a sister Hazel R. Davis of Titusville, Florida; and several nieces and nephews Anne L. Vogel, Bill Deffendall, Shirley J. Westerfield, Gary Smith, Mike Smith, Nona Ravellette, Dora Glenn and Karen Breen.

Preceding her in death were her parents and siblings William, Fred, Pete Jr. and Paul Smith, Florena Johns, Mary Deffendall Cutter and Lucille Smith.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 25, 2018, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mt. Carmel with burial at St. Mary’s Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service on Thursday, January 25, 2018, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church        

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s School.  Envelopes will be available at the church and at Short Funeral Home.

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

Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Esther’s family.

Leland E. Stoltz, 90

Leland E. Stoltz, 90, of Mount Carmel, passed away Sunday, January 21, 2018 at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, IN. Arrangements are pending at Keepes Funeral Home. When available the obituary can be viewed and online condolences can be made at www.keepesfuneralhome.com.

Corrie L. Gompf, 38

Corrie L. Gompf, 38, of Bellmont, Illinois passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at her home.  She was born on January 31, 1979 in San Diego, CA the daughter of Roy and Debbie (Garman) Wright.  Corrie married Andy Gompf and he survives her in death.

Corrie loved her family especially her kids.  Among Corrie’s hobbies, she enjoyed crafting and reading.  She was a graduate of Edwards County High School Class of 1998. 

Corrie will be remembered by her parents, Roy and Debbie (Garman) Wright; husband, Andy Gompf of Bellmont; son, Ryan Haught of Bellmont; daughter, Taylor Haught of Bellmont; brother, Donnie (Jamaira) Simpson of West Salem; maternal grandfather, Don (Sharon) Garman; along with several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.  Corrie will be deeply missed by her family and all who knew her.

Corrie was preceded in death by her grandmother, Helen Garman.

A celebration of Corrie’s life will be held at a later date along with a Graveside Service at Samaria Missionary Baptist Cemetery in Albion, IL.

Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements.  To view Corrie’s tribute wall and leave condolences for the Gompf family, please visit http://www.keepesfuneralhome.com/

Clint Mowrer, 30

Clint Mowrer, 30, of West Salem, Illinois passed away on January 17, 2018 at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville Indiana. He was born September 30, 1987 in Olney, Illinois the son of Roy Mowrer and Charmin (Rutter) Mowrer.

Clint was a member of the Edwards County High School graduating class of 2006. He was an artist at heart having talent in a variety of areas. He enjoyed airbrushing, woodworking and sketch art. He liked being outdoors and was always helpful to his friends and family. Spending time with his family was important to him. Clint will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

Clint will be remembered by his parents; brother, Charles Neikirk of North Carolina; sister, Jennifer (Robbie) Rice of Thomson, Illinois; paternal grandmother, Joy Mowrer; maternal grandfather, Frank Sutton; the love of his life, Cindy Potter; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Clint was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Patty Sutton; paternal grandfather, Neil Mowrer.

A Celebration of Clint’s life will be held at a later date.

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

Richard L. Kinney, 59

Richard L. Kinney, 59, of Mount Carmel, Illinois passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 at Oakview Heights Continuous Care and Rehab. He was born on May 10, 1958 in Wabash County the son of Leroy and Barbara (Mcmahel) Kinney.

Richard was a graduate of Mount Carmel High School Class of 1976. Richard began working straight out of high school at Snap on Tools in Mount Carmel. He also worked at Champion Laboratories until his retirement. Richard loved his family especially his grandson who held a special place in his heart. He loved being outdoors with his dogs at the lake and also fishing in his free time. Richard enjoyed his time that he was able to spend time with family and friends. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Richard will be remembered by his daughter, Cora (David) Brown of West Salem; one grandson, Xander Brown; brother, Mike (Robin) Kinney of Mount Carmel; sister, Trina (Jerry) Hedrick of Mount Carmel; several nieces and nephews. Richard was preceded in death by his parents.

In keeping with Richard’s wishes he will be cremated and a private family burial will be held at a later date.

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

Nina J. Hinderliter, 74

Nina J. Hinderliter, 74, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois passed away on January 6, 2018 at Aperion Nursing Home in Bridgeport, Illinois.

She was born on June 28, 1943 in Wabash County, the seventh child of Ben D. and Della (Davis) Pearson. Nina worked as a seamstress for Mt. Carmel Apparel.

She is survived by three grandchildren, Ryan, Dereck, and Robert Hinderliter; three siblings, Ruby Gould, Charles Pearson and Dwight Pearson all of Mt. Carmel.

Nina is preceded in death by her parents; sons, Robert, Lynn, and Brian Hinderliter; siblings, Connie, Lewis, Bobby, Clarence, Sharon Kay, and Rita.

Per her wishes, Nina will be cremated and burial will follow at a later date in Highland Memorial Cemetery.

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

Funeral Report-Dale Q. Miller

The funeral service for Dale Q. Miller was held Saturday, January 6, 2018, at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Short Funeral Home.  USAMV Mt. Carmel Honor Guard executed a military walk through to begin the ceremony honoring Dale’s service in the Air Force during WWII.  Pastors Larry Survance and Mark Richison conducted the service.  Marcia Woodcock played keyboard.  “At the Cross” and “Amazing Grace” was sung by Lauryn Wright.  The burial service was held at Highland Memorial Cemetery with Pastors Survance and Richison.  USAMV Mt. Carmel Honor Guard presented Marcella with an American Flag, performed a 21 gun salute and served as pallbearers.  Bill Hudson played “Taps” to end the service.  Short Funeral Home was honored to serve Dale’s family.

Raynold E. Locke, 79

Raynold E. Locke, 79, of Mount Carmel, Illinois passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 4, 2018 at his residence surrounded by the love of his family.  He was born on August 15, 1938 in Bakersfield, CA the son of Barton and Mildred (Rigg) Locke.  Raynold married Barbara Fletcher on June 21, 1959 and together they enjoyed fifty eight years of marriage. Raynold was a loving husband and father.  He was a true outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing and working in his garden.  Raynold was a very hard worker.  During his working career, he worked at DeKalb Seed for eight years and seventeen years at A & P grocery store as butcher in the meat department.  He also worked for Duke Energy at the power plant as a supervisor for twenty three years.    Raynold will be missed by his family and all who knew him. Raynold will be remembered by his loving wife, Barbara Locke of Mount Carmel; son, Greg Locke of Mount Carmel; daughter, Ranell (Billy Brown) Locke of Mount Carmel; sister, Audrey (Harold) Hinderliter of Mount Carmel; brother-in-law, David (Susie) King of Bellmont; brother, Jack Locke of Bellmont; several cousins, nieces and nephews. Raynold was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Mary Lou King; and brother, Butch Locke. In keeping with Raynold’s wishes he will be cremated.  Family and friends may gather for a Memorial Visitation from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 9, 2017 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.  A private family burial will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made in Raynold’s memory to Bellmont United Methodist Church or to Wabash County Animal Shelter Buddies.  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 Raynold’s tribute wall, leave condolences and purchase flowers for the Locke family, please visit www.KeepesFuneralHome.com.