Mildred J. “Millie” Williams, 91

Mildred J. “Millie” Williams, 91, of Mount Carmel, Illinois passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at Transcendent Healthcare in Owensville, Indiana.  She was born on July 30, 1926 in Mount Carmel, Illinois the daughter of Herschel and Minnie (Posey) Bradbury.  She graduated from Harrisburg High School and Wabash Valley College.  Millie married Master Sgt. Richard Edgar Litherland on March 31, 1945 in Lawrenceville, Illinois and they enjoyed twenty-seven years together until his passing on April 18, 1972.

Millie will be remembered as a devoted military wife, mother and grandmother.  Millie was very proud of her service to the country being a military wife.  She loved to travel and see new places and was fond of her stay in the Philippines where she lived twice. Millie worked for many years at the Wabash County Senior Citizens Center where she made many friendships.    She was a member of First General Baptist Church in Mount Carmel. Millie was a fascinating combination of sweetness and sass and will be greatly missed by her family and all who knew her.

Millie will be remembered by her daughter, Melody Ann Shannon and husband Jim; grandchildren, Shannon Barton and Justin (Amye) Litherland; five great grandchildren, Cameron, Zachary, Payton, Jackson and Kelsey; sister, Sarah Swatsley; brother, Wilbur Bradbury and several cherished nieces and nephews.

Millie was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Richard E. Litherland; son, Richard L. Litherland; and brother, James Bradbury.

Graveside Services will be at 2:00 p.m., Friday, April 20, 2018 at Highland Memorial Cemetery in Mount Carmel with Bob Swatsley and Pastor Gary Underwood officiating.   

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Millie’s in-home caregivers and also the staff at Transcendent Healthcare for their compassionate and loving care that was shown to Millie.

In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Millie’s memory to Transcendent Healthcare, Hwy 165 W. PO Box 369, Owensville, IN 47665.

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

Joan E. Wolfe, 85

Joan E. Wolfe died on April 18, 2018, at the United Methodist Village, Lawrenceville, Illinois.  She was born on April 14, 1933, on 1300 East Road, Allendale, Illinois.  She married James F. Wolfe on July 21, 1951.  She was predeceased in death by her husband of more than fifty years, James F. Wolfe, her parents, Franklin Michael and Rose Mary (Fox) Price and only sibling, Donna Ellen Dunkel, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois.  She graduated from Allendale High School in 1950 and attended Wabash Valley College.

Joan is survived by three children, Nicole (Gene) Bates, Cheri (Richard) Seaton and Bradley Price (Carolyn) Wolfe.  She is also survived by eight grandchildren, Jennifer Shaun (William) Ward, Chad  (Kesha) Bates, Brent  (Laura) Bates, Corey (Jaci) Seaton, Logan Price Seaton (Brittany) , Allyson  (Tony) Fiscus, Kelsey Jo Wolfe, McKenzie Wolfe and a step-grandson, Edge Gher (Brooke) and fifteen great-grandchildren, Brayden, Carson and Ella Ward, Lydia, Audrey and Sydney Bates, Ava and Austin Bates, Wyatt and Hallie Seaton, Hank Seaton, Rhyan and Jake Fiscus and Jude DeCausey and Hallie Gher.

Joan was employed in Wabash County for forty years working at the Shepherd Insurance Agency and Allendale Gravel Co., served twelve years as Wabash County Clerk, Wabash Regional Planning Commission and retired after ten years with the law firm of Koger and Bramlet, P.C. at Mt. Carmel Public Utility Company.  She served as Vice-President of the Illinois Assoc. of County Clerks in 1994.

Joan was an avid reader, loved to garden, sew, quilt, cook, travel and surf the Web.  She was a member of the First Christian Church of Allendale, Illinois, the Eastern Star and was a charter member of the Wabash County Historical Society.  She served as treasurer of the Wabash County Museum Board for ten years.

A viewing will be held from 11:00 to 1:00 on Friday, April 20, 2018, at Short-Cunningham Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry Street in Mt. Carmel, Illinois.  Graveside services will be held at the Allendale Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. Friday, April 20.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Wabash County Museum District, P.O. Box 512, Mt. Carmel, Illinois 62863 by those who wish to do so.  Envelopes will be available at Short Funeral Home.

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

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

James D. “Jim” Lewis, 84,

James D. “Jim” Lewis, 84, of Mount Carmel, Illinois passed away peacefully on Monday, April 16, 2018 at Oakview Heights Continuous Care and Rehab.  He was born on July 27, 1933 in Wabash County, Illinois, the son of Zed and Golda (Bye) Lewis.  Jim married Betty Hicks on January 20, 1956 and she preceded him in death on December 12, 2002 after forty-six years of marriage.

Jim faithfully served his country in the United States Air Force.  He was employed for thirty-seven years at Emge Meat Packing Company before retiring.  During his retirement, Jim and his wife Betty greatly enjoyed camping and fishing at Conservation Lake.  He became a life member of the Wabash Valley Conservation Club.  Jim also enjoyed woodworking as a hobby.  He dearly loved his family and his grandchildren were the light of his life.  Jim was a member of the First General Baptist Church.  He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Jim will be remembered by his two daughters, Vicki (Dean) Hillyard and Sue (Eric) McKnight; two grandchildren, Shelby McKnight and Andrew Hillyard along with several nieces and nephews.

Jim was preceded in death by his loving wife Betty Lewis; son, Michael Lewis; three brothers, Frank, Harold Ray and Charles Lewis.

Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m., Monday, April 23, 2018 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home with Pastor Gary Underwood officiating.  Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery with full Military Honors.

Family and friends may gather for a visitation from 1:00p.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday, April 23, 2018 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be made in Jim’s memory to the First General Baptist Church Building Fund.  Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home or can be mailed to Keepes Funeral Home, 1500 North Cherry Street, Mount Carmel, IL  62863.

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

Funeral Report-Charles Feldman

Funeral Services were held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 16, 2018 to honor the life of Charles Feldman.  Pastor Nelson Reiber conducted the service that included prayer, reading of the obituary and poem.  Scripture passage came from Psalm 23.  Family and friends shared fond memories of Charles.  Musical selections during the service included, “Amazing Grace”, “Old Rugged Cross” and “Mansion Over the Hilltop”.  Burial took place at Bethel Cemetery in Lawrence County, Illinois where Charles was laid to rest next to his beloved wife, Mary Lou Feldman.  The Committal Service included words of comfort, prayer and everyone in attendance recited, The Lords Prayer.  Pallbearers were Stan Kelsey, Willis Kelsey, Scott Hurt, Hank Windle, Steve Case and Bobby Windle.  Keepes Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Charles Feldman. 

Funeral Report- Irene Ankenbrand

A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, April 1, 2018 at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church to honor the life of Irene Ankenbrand. Father Robert Zwilling conducted the funeral mass assisted by Deacon Steve Lowe. Donna Lowe served as keyboardist. Saint Mary’s School Fifth- Grade Girls Choir sang during the Mass. Servers were the Fifth-Grade Boys Reed Stinson, Tobias Fullop and Jesse Brogan. “Jesus Christ is Risen Today” was the opening hymn followed by the opening prayer. Irene’s grandchildren, Dawn Weiss and Marcy Frailey placed the pall on the casket. Father Bill Rowe read the first and second reading. Deacon Steve Lowe read the Gospel. The Responsorial Psalm, “Shepard Me, O God” was sung by Jeanne Tennis. The presentation of gifts were brought forward by Tori Frailey and Shamber Weiss. The presentation song was “Here I am Lord”, and “Fly Like a Bird” served as the communion hymn. Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion were Allan Kidd and Sara Caddell. The song of farewell, “Precious Lord Take My Hand” and “Amazing Grace” was the closing hymn. Burial tool place at Saint Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Mount Carmel where Irene was laid to rest next to her beloved husband, Louis Ankenbrand. Pallbearers were Takoma Weiss, Todd Weiss, Danny Garrett, Josh Shiever, Ray Stepro, Jr., Austin McCoy and Robert Frailey, Sr. Keepes Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Irene Ankenbrand.

FUNERAL REPORT-RUTH D. WEVER

The funeral service for Ruth D. Wever was held Saturday, April 14, 2018, at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home. Pastor Daniel Moore conducted the service. It included prayer, obituary reading, scripture, eulogy and message. Marcia Woodcock was keyboardist for the service. Special songs during the service were “Go Rest High on That Mountain,” on CD by Vince Gill, “I Can Only Imagine” on CD by Mercyme and “Amazing Grace” played by Marcia. The burial service was conducted by Pastor Moore at Highland Memorial Cemetery. Pallbearers were Richard Russelburg, Teresa Howe, Pat Thombleson, Randy Thombleson, Mike Risley and Mark Risley. Short-Cunningham Funeral Homes and Highland Memorial Cemetery was honored to serve Ruth’s family.

Funeral Report- Lela “Pete” Harms

Graveside Services were held at 12:00 p.m., Thursday, April 12, 2018 at Highland Memorial Cemetery to honor the life of Lela “Pete” Harms. Brother Bill Reed conducted the service that included scripture passages, message and prayer. Pallbearers were Tony Tarlton, Daniel Allega, Bruce Lane, Roger Cook, Mike Adams, Jeff Lane and Dallas Toothman. Keepes Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Lela “Pete” Harms.

Ruth D. Wever, 83

Ruth D. Wever, 83, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, April 11, 2018, at Wabash General Hospital.

She was born October 12, 1934, the daughter of Estes P. and Hazel M. (Mode) Deisher in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Ruth was married to William “Bill” Wever. He preceded her in death.

For twenty-two years Ruth and Bill owned and operated Bill & Ruth’s Upholstery Shop in Dallas, Texas. Ruth was a member of the Mt. Carmel VFW Ladies Auxiliary.

Left to cherish Ruth’s memory is a son, Robert Kiskadden of Mt. Carmel; step-daughters, Donna Goings and Teresa Howe of Mt. Carmel; sister, Shirley McGarrah of Princeton, Indiana; several grandchildren, and, great-grandchildren.

Preceding Ruth in death was her parents; husband; son, Charles Kiskadden; sister, Carolyn Deisher; and a brother, Paul Deisher.

Family and friends may visit Saturday, April 14, 2018, from 11:00 until 1:00 at Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry Street, with the funeral service beginning at 1:00 p.m. Burial will immediately follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery, 1827 College Drive.

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

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

Charles Feldman, 78

Charles Feldman, 78, of Allendale, Illinois passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at Transcendent Healthcare in Owensville, Indiana.  He was born on January 1, 1940 the son of Lester and Alice (Stone) Feldman.  Charles married Mary Lou Case on June 4, 1965 and together they enjoyed fifty-two years of marriage before her passing on August 27, 2017.

Charles enjoyed the outdoors fishing, camping and horseback riding.  Together Mary Lou and Charles loved attending local chowders and supporting events that were held in the community.  He was a member of the Zion United Methodist Church in Lancaster, IL.  Charles worked at Snap On Tools in Mount Carmel.  He will be missed by his family and all who knew him.

Charles will be remembered by his brother in law, Steve (Pam) Case; nephews, Bobby (Amy) Windle of Allendale, Perry (Kristi) Case of Jacksonville, IL and Ted Case of Moline, IL; nieces, Kelly (Scott) Hurt of Mount Carmel and Cassandra Stanley of TN; several great nieces and nephews.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents; loving wife, Mary Lou Feldman; son, Leslie Feldman; brother, Steven Feldman and sister, Sheila Kays.

Funeral Services will be at 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 16, 2018 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home with Pastor Nelson Reiber officiating.   Burial will follow at Bethel Cemetery in Lawrence County, IL.

Family and friends may gather for a Visitation from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 16, 2018 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.

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

Funeral Report-Joyce F. Goldman

The funeral service for Joyce F. Goldman was held Saturday, April 7, 2018, at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Short Funeral Home. Gene Siverly conducted the service. He included prayer, scripture, obituary reading and a message. Marcia Woodcock provided keyboard music. During the service she played “When the Roll is Called up Yonder” and “Mansion on the Hilltop.” “Peace in the Valley,” “How Great Thou Art,” and “First Day in Heaven” was played during the service on CD. Stacey Kimmel read a poem. The burial service was held at Highland Memorial Cemetery by Gene Siverly. Pallbearers were Barry Holland, Steve Schurman, Justin Mason, Jeremiah Mason, Art Kimmel, Stacey Kimmel, Nathan Sales and Donald Kamp. Honorary pallbearers were Dave McDaniel, Dennis Keneipp, Matthew Fisher and Casey McDaniel. Short-Cunningham Funeral Home and Highland Memorial Cemetery were honored to serve Joyce’s family.

Irene M. Ankenbrand, 105

Irene M. Ankenbrand, 105, of Mount Carmel, IL passed away Monday, April 9, 2018 at Oakview Heights Continuous Care and Rehab surrounded by her loving family.  She was born on February 12, 1913 in Wabash County, the daughter of Peter Ottmann and Matilda (Keepes) Ottmann.  She married Louis Ankenbrand on October 6, 1936 and he preceded her in death on February 24, 1984.

 Irene was a homemaker and loved cooking for her family.  Some of her specialties were chicken and dumplings and divinity. She adored her grandchildren and they lovingly referred to her as “Grandma Mandy”.  She enjoyed card games, bingo and had a creative flair for ceramics.  Everyone who knew her called her a real sweetheart.  Irene was a lifelong resident of Wabash County and member of the MCHS class of 1932.  She was a devoted member of Saint Mary’s Catholic Church.  Irene recently held the title of the oldest living member of Wabash County.  She will be dearly missed.

Irene will be remembered by her daughter, Linda Eckleberry; granddaughters, Dawn Weiss, Marcy Frailey; great-granddaughters, Shamber Weiss, Tori Frailey, Taylor Cross, Tabitha Cross; great-grandson; Takoma Weiss; great-great-granddaughters, Ellie Couch and Adalyn Summerfield.

 Irene was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Louis Ankenbrand; sister, Lucille Ottmann and son-in-law, George Eckleberry.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be 1:00 p.m., Friday, April 13, 2018, at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church with Father Robert Zwilling officiating with Deacon Steve Lowe assisting.   Burial will follow at Saint Mary’s Cemetery.

A visitation for family and friends will be 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Friday, April 13, 2018 at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church.

Memorial contributions may be made in Irene’s memory to Saint Mary’s Church or Saint Mary’s School General Fund.  Envelopes will be available at the church or can be mailed to Keepes Funeral Home, 1500 North Cherry St.  Mt. Carmel, IL  62863.

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

Lela “Pete” Harms, 75

Lela “Pete” Harms, 75, of Mount Carmel, IL passed away on Saturday, April 7, 2018 at her residence.  She was born January 5, 1943 the daughter of Curtis and Barbara Wilson. 

Pete was employed many years as a clerk at The Wagon Wheel Package Store along with local social establishments, Tommy’s and The Pump Room.  She also worked as a taxi driver and was well known as being very nice to her customers and friends.  Pete loved the outdoors and spending time with her family.  The highlight of her life was her great-grandchildren.  She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Pete will be remembered by her sons; Don (Shannon) Harms of Mount Carmel, IL, William Wilson of Grafton, OH; grandchildren, Jodi Simpson, Heather Bailey, Sarah Wilson, Randy Wilson; thirteen great-grandchildren, Sky, Dominick, Brianna, Conner, Brittany, Zac, Aviana, Andre, Halley, Sarah, Lela, Ava and Stella; brother, Bill Wilson and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Pete was preceded in death by her parents; sisters Mick Wilson, Marlene Combs; brothers, Junior and Donnie Wilson. 

Graveside services will be 12:00 p.m., Thursday, April 12, 2018 at Highland Memorial Cemetery with Brother Bill Reed officiating. 

Family and friends may gather for a visitation from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, April 12, 2018 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home. 

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

JOYCE F. MASON GOLDMAN, 94

Joyce F. Mason Goldman, 94, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, went to be with the Lord Thursday, April 5, 2018.

She was born September 1, 1923, in Griffin, Indiana, to Everett and Bessie (Moutray) Bump.

Joyce married Quentin “Smokey” O. Goldman on August 8, 1981, in Mt. Carmel. He preceded her in death. She was a member of the First Church of Nazarene where she served on the board and worked as church secretary. Joyce worked at Wabash General Hospital for twenty years and at WADI for seventeen years. She was a member of the Golden Girls Club and Red Hatters.

Left to cherish Joyce’s memory is her son, Darrell Mason and wife Debbie of Henderson, Kentucky; a daughter-in-law, Sandra Kimmel of Mt. Carmel; step-children, Gary Goldman and Rita Seaton of Mt. Carmel, and, Joyce Stillwell of Scottsburg, Indiana; six grandchildren, Jeremiah (Beth) Mason, Justin (Liz) Mason, Stacey Kimmel, Sonya (Dave) McDaniel, Sandy (Dennis) Keneipp and Art (Crystal) Kimmel; several step-grandchildren; seventeen great-grandchildren; and several great great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter, Rita Mason; son, Ernest Kimmel; brothers, James, Charles and Ben Bump; great great-grandson, Maxton Ray Acton; and, a step-son, Larry Goldman.

Friends and family may call for a visitation on Saturday, April 7, 2018, from 11:00 until 2:00 in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry Street with the funeral service beginning at 2:00 p.m. Burial will be at Highland Memorial Cemetery following the service.

Memorials can be made to Paralyzed Veterans of America, 7 Mill Brook Road, Wilton, NH 03086 or Celtic Hospice. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

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

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

Funeral Report-SHERMAN LEE WELLER

The prayer service and military service for Sherman Lee Weller was held Thursday, March 22, 2018, at 5:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home followed by a visitation with family and friends. Pastor Bailey Pearson led the prayer. The Mount Carmel Veterans Honor Guard and Illinois Patriot Guard honored Lee’s service in the U.S. Army with a walk through and presentation of the U.S. flag. Lee will be buried by his loving parents in Westminster Presbyterian Cemetery in Mifflintown, PA. Honorary pallbearers were Al Morris, Brad Winter, Mike “Ray” Penrod, Gary Chalcraft, Darrell Ensminger, Eldon Nanney, Tom Wood, Ed Eblin and Bob Woods. Short-Cunningham Funeral Home was honored to serve Lee’s family.

Daniel Wayne Kendle, 62

Daniel Wayne Kendle, 62, passed away Sunday, March 11, 2018, at his residence in Georgetown, Arkansas.

He was born December 18, 1955, in Princeton, Indiana, the son of Daniel Franklin Kendle and Eva Mae Kendle Gray. On January 8, 1993, Daniel married Donna in Searcy, Arkansas.

Daniel was a member of Bethany Baptist Church in Georgetown, Arkansas. Most of his life he farmed, and worked for Land O Frost. He enjoyed hunting, arrowhead hunting, woodworking and reading books.

Left to cherish Daniel’s memory is his mother; wife; stepchildren, Richard Vardaman and Natalie Golla; and, siblings Rosemary Kendle of Princeton, Indiana, Cindy Kuhn and husband Brian of Allendale, Illinois, Mark Kendle and wife Melinda of Ft. Branch, Indiana, Melissa Johnson and husband Dennis of Fairfield, Illinois and Heather Kendle of Albion, Illinois; three grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his father and grandparents.

On Friday, March 30, 2018, at 2:00 p.m. there will be a graveside memorial service at the White Church Cemetery.

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

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

Funeral Report-Donald Louis “Donnie” Brines

Funeral Services were held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 21, 2018 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home to honor the life of Donald Louis “Donnie” Brines.  Pastor Bobby Smith conducted the service that included opening prayer, reading of the obituary, message and scripture passages.  Instrumental hymns during the service included, “Amazing Grace”, “The Old Rugged Cross” and “How Great Thou Art”.  Burial took place at Antioch Cemetery in Keensburg, Illinois.  During the processional to the cemetery, Hocking Farms lead the procession with a John Deere tractor and planter that Donnie would have been extremely proud of.  Pallbearers were Larry Hocking, Todd Hocking, Matt Hocking, Don Daniel, Danny Daniel and David Brines.  Logan Elliott and Joey Brines served as honorary pallbearers.  Please join us in keeping the family of Donnie Brines in your thoughts and prayers. Keepes Funeral Home

Donald “Donnie” Louis Brines, 75

Donald Brines, 75, of Mount Carmel, Illinois passed away peacefully on Friday, March 16, 2018 at the United Methodist Village South Campus in Lawrenceville, Illinois where he had spent the last four years.  He was born in Cowling Illinois on November 22, 1942 the son of Claris and Gladys (Brent) Brines.

Don served his country in the United States Army as a young man, spending his time in Germany and bringing home many stories that he loved to tell.  After he was discharged, he owned his own television repair store in Grayville Illinois.  After the store closed, he began farming for Larry Hocking, where he stayed for thirty-two years.  Donald loved fishing, arrowhead hunting, rabbit and squirrel hunting, watching NASCAR races on Sunday and above all else, he loved his family.  He was an amazing man who was loved by all who knew him and he will be dearly missed

Don is survived by his loving wife of forty-two years, Marsha (Graddy) Brines; children,  David (Clint Harney) Brines, Sue Johnson, Steven (Tanja) Williams, Rebecca (Jay Carter) Brines and Sarah (Kevin) Leap; grandchildren, Alysha (Jaron) Lazo, Cami Carter, Stephanie (Joe) Logsdon, Shaneah (Scott Barnes) Williams, Michael Williams, Cassandra Williams, Randy Goodman, William Goodman, Kaitlyn Leap, Jesse Leap and eleven great-grandchildren with one more on the way.  Also surviving are his brothers and sisters, Delbert (Sharon) Brines, Pat Clodfelter, Raymond (Linda) Brines, Betty (Terry) Doty, Nancy (Don) Daniel, Sally (Danny) Daniel and Mary (Larry) Hutchcraft.

Don was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Shirley Kell; brother in law, Bob Clodfelter and one infant brother.  

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 21, 2018 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral home with Pastor Bobby Smith officiating.  Burial will follow at Antioch Cemetery in Cowling Illinois.

Family and friends may gather for a visitation from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 20, 2018 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home

Memorial contributions may be made in Donald’s memory to the Auten Center of the United Methodist Village, 1616 Cedar Street, Lawrenceville, IL  62439.  Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home or can be mailed to Keepes Funeral Home, 1500 North Cherry Street, Mt. Carmel, IL  62863.

The family would like to thank the United Methodist Village Auten Center of Lawrenceville, IL for their compassionate care and comfort they provided for Donald and his family.

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

Betty Marie (Barr) Dean

Our loving Angel mother, Betty Marie (Barr) Dean, passed away Monday, March 19, 2018, and at this time she is with our Heavenly Father and her family in Heaven; and we know that she is resting in peace.

When our father Harold B. Dean, Sr. passed away at the age of 32 in 1958, she was lost. However, with four children to raise, she learned to drive, received her GED and some college. She worked as a school cook, dental assistant, Phlebotomist and did ironing for extra money. She always managed to keep us fed, clothed and under roof. It was not easy for her at all.

She was helped by her husband’s family (the Deans, which was greatly needed; as well as the Warren/Eileen Barr Family). Also helping was her mother Ethel Barr.

It was the small things that she did that we all remember and loved. She attended as many baseball, football and basketball games as possible. She took us to church every Sunday at the First Christian Church in Mt. Carmel, Illinois, was involved in school and church activities when we were also involved and taking us on short trips for family picnics, shopping in Evansville and baseball games.

We always had great Christmas’s with gifts beyond her ability to pay (layaway was the only way). Our birthdays were very special as well. She made homemade chocolate or banana cakes.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Alton and Ethel Barr; husband, Harold B. Dean, Sr.; son, Myron L. Dean; and brothers Jim Barr and Harley Barr (Korean War hero).

She is survived by her children, Harold B. Dean, Jr. and his wife Vanetta of Mahomet, Illinois, Larry W. Dean and his wife Doreen of Lakewood Ranch, Florida, and, Patsy R. (Dean) Marcotte and her husband Ken of Momence, Illinois; her grandchildren, Julie Bowen, Deanna (Dee) Summers, Shannon Cupp, Christopher Dean, Amy Lybarger, Justin Dean, Andrew Mullins, Jennifer Swiontek, Shannon, Philip, Jennifer and Joseph Horton, Christin Hoffner and Caitlyn Dundas; and seventeen great-grandchildren.

There will be no visitation. A private graveside service will be held at the Oaklawn Cemetery in St. Francisville, Illinois.

No flowers please, just your prayers, thank you.

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

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

Sherman Lee Weller, 73

Sherman Lee Weller, 73, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away March 16, 2018, at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, Indiana.

He was born in Mineola, New York, on July 9, 1944, the only child of William and Virginia (Leonard) Weller.  

Lee was a member of the Mt. Carmel High School graduating class of 1962.  He went to college and earned an Associate’s Degree in Universal Electronics Maintenance.  Lee honorably served in the U.S. Army as a marksman.  He received the National Defense Service Medal and Good Conduct Medal.    Lee worked at Snap-On Tools for many years, retiring from there.  

Lee was a proud member and elder of The Presbyterian Church and a member of the American Legion.  He was an avid fisherman, Fighting Illini and St. Louis Cardinals fan, enjoyed yard sales, auctions and tractor shows.  Lee spent many hours at the Senior Citizens Center enjoying lunch and bingo with his friends.  He could always be found Monday evenings at Hogg Heaven enjoying the local talent playing blue grass music.  Lee enjoyed attending all theater performances at Wabash Valley College.

Left to cherish Lee’s memory are his adopted family, Bob and Ann Winter of Allendale, Illinois, and Eric and Amity Winter of Evansville, Indiana; and many cousins in Pennsylvania.  

Preceding him in death were his parents.

Friends and family can call to visit Thursday, March 22, 2018, from 5:30 until 7:30 p.m. in the chapel of Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois.  Lee will be buried by his parents in Westminster Presbyterian Cemetery, Pennsylvania.          

It is requested that there be no flowers and, in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to the Mt. Carmel Senior Citizens Center.  Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Lee will be remembered as a very kind and giving person to many friends in the community.

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

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

Virginia L. Peach, 89

Virginia L. Peach, 89, of Mount Carmel, passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at Oakview Heights Continuous Care and Rehab. She was surrounded by her loving family.

          Virginia was born Friday, November 23, 1928; the daughter of Oscar and Rosa Pickle Schwartz.  She married Norman E. Peach on July 21, 1945 in Vincennes, IN. He preceded her in death.

          She was a homemaker and enjoyed growing yellow roses. Reading was a great joy in quiet time. She loved watching her   grandchildren and great grandchildren grow and spend time with them.

          She is survived by two sons, Terry and his wife Connie Peach  and Steven Peach, both of Mt. Carmel; grandchildren, Christina (Andy) Page, Scott (Lesley) Peach; great grandchildren, Jacob Page, Colton Page, Evan Peach and Ella Peach; sister, Shirley Jean (Tim) Glasenapp; best friend, Jamie Bond; and several nieces and nephews.

          Virginia was preceded in death by her parents, husband of 70 years Norman; brothers, Lester Schwartz, Bob Schwartz, Merle Schwartz and sister, Maxine Snider.

          The funeral service for Virginia will be Saturday, March 17, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home. Family will receive visitors from 12 noon to 2:00 p.m. prior to the service. She will be buried in Highland Memorial Cemetery next to her husband.

The Peach family would like to thank Oakview Heights and Residential Hospice for the care and compassion they showed Virginia during her stay.

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

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