Evah Opal Veihman, 95

Evah Opal Veihman, 95, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, peacefully passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at Oakview Nursing and Rehabilitation with her loving family at her side.

She was born on July 5, 1924 in Bellmont, Illinois, the daughter of Arthur and Edna (Middleton) Bare.  Evah graduated from Bellmont High School in 1941 and worked in various jobs in Chicago and Mt. Carmel.  On June 10, 1944 she married Raymond A. Veihman and they enjoyed 71 years of marriage before his death on August 25, 2015.  She was a loving and dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. 

Evah was a long-time member of Asbury Chapel United Methodist Church where she was a Sunday School teacher and served on many committees.  She worked on the farm beside her husband raising animals and growing a beautiful garden.  In her younger days, she enjoyed being a 4-H leader of the Ogden Merry Maids for many years.  She served on the 4-H Foundation Board at the local fair.  For many years, Evah was an election judge for Precinct #8.  She was an assistant in the cafeteria at Mt. Carmel High School for several years.  Her favorite hobby was feeding and watching hummingbirds.  She will be deeply missed by her family and many friends. 

She is survived by daughters Ruth (Robert) Livingston and Marilyn (Jim) Cox of Mt. Carmel, Illinois and son Paul (Goldie) Veihman of Daphne, Alabama.  Her grandchildren are Julie (Dwight) Stricklin of Lincoln, Illinois; Carrie (Ryan) Parmenter of Mt. Vernon, Indiana; and Sallie (Charlie) Dolan of Catlin, Illinois.  Her great-grandchildren are Jordan (fiancé Kelby Edwards) and Alex Stricklin; Jacob, Ethan and Isaac Parmenter; and Naomi and Alana Dolan.  Also, many nieces and nephews survive.

Evah was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and brothers Wilford, Duward, Dale, and Doyle Bare; sisters Edith Corrie, Joan Miles, Arlene Peach, and Shirley Kay Fitzgerald.

A private family funeral service will be held Friday, March 27, 2020.  Burial is at Highland Memorial Cemetery

Memorial contributions in her memory may be made to Asbury Chapel UMC and Residential Hospice.  Memorials may be made online at the address below or sent to Short Funeral Home, P.O. Box 397, Mt. Carmel, Illinois 62863.  Special thanks to the staff at Acorn Estates and Oakview Heights, Wabash General Hospital, and doctors who have cared for her in the past 3½ years.

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

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

Don A. Sanders, 88

Don A. Sanders, 88, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Monday, March 23, 2020 at the home of his daughter.  He was born January 16, 1932 in Wabash County, the son of John A. Sanders and Iva (Ginther) Hardin. 

Don served in the United States Navy during the Korean War.  He was a lifetime member of Veterans of Foreign Wars, a member of the American Legion and the Masonic Lodge #239 where he was a thirty-two-degree Mason and served as Past Master four times.  He was also a member of the Shriners Club.  Don retired from Snap On Tools and during his retirement, he was a dealer for steel carports.  In his younger years, he enjoyed hunting and fishing.  Don loved his family very much.  He was a member of Heartland Worship center and he will be missed. 

Don leaves behind his daughter, Jeri (Kevin Cowling) Glick; step-children, Debbie (Dwayne) Lewis, Don Henry, Stephen Henry; grandchildren, Jimmy (Ariel) Glick, Jamie (Ryan) Hipsher; step-grandchildren, Chrissy Henry, Kaycee and Tristan (Shea) Lewis, Blake, Breanna and Brooklyn Henry; great-grandchildren, Mackenzie Hipsher, Arianna Glick; and step-great-grandchildren, Haleigh and Lauren Hipsher.

Don was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Sharon Sanders; sister, Dorothy Foulke; and son-in-law, Jim Glick.

Per Don’s wishes, cremation will take place and a private family burial will be held at Highland Memorial Cemetery.  A Masonic Service and Military Rites to honor Don’s life will be held at a later date. 

In lieu of flowers or gifts, the family has requested that memorial contributions be made in Don’s memory to the Wabash General Hospital Foundation and may 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 Don’s tribute wall and leave a note of condolences for the Sanders family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com . 

Vicky Lynn Rumsey, 72

Vicky Lynn Rumsey, 72, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away March 20, 2020, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital with her loving husband by her side.

She was born June 26, 1947, in Evansville, Indiana, the daughter of William “Red” and Sarah (Bennett) Asbell.  Vicky graduated in 1965 from Harrisburg, Illinois, High School.  On August 14, 1965, she married Gary Rumsey at the Social Brethren Church in Harrisburg, Illinois. 

Vicky was affiliated with Parkview Christian Church.  She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.  Vicky was very involved with her children when they were growing up.  She loved to attend their sporting events and was their biggest fan.  Vicky enjoyed reading romance novels, bowling and caffeine free diet Pepsi that she drank every day from Taco Tierra!  If she couldn’t drive to get it, Gary would get it for her.

Left to cherish Vicky’s memory is her husband Gary, of 54 years of marriage; children Mark and his wife LeAnn Rumsey of Evansville, Indiana, and Shane and his wife Bethani Rumsey of Newburgh, Indiana; grandchildren Trevor and Tyler Rumsey of Evansville, Indiana, and Zachary and Abigail Arroyo of Newburgh, Indiana; siblings, Sue (Tom) Boyer of Evansville, Indiana, and Dixie (Wells) Orton of Parawan, Utah; and several nieces and nephews.

Vicky was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Ray Asbell, William Asbell and Bettye Hall.

There will be a private funeral service on Thursday, March 26, 2020, at Short Funeral Home with burial following at Highland Memorial Cemetery.

Flowers can be ordered through our website or by calling Kblooms at (618)262-7673 and leaving a message.

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

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

Doris Garner Shain, 94

94 year old former Albion resident, Doris Garner Shain passed away Saturday afternoon, March 21, 2020 at Oakview Nursing & Rehabilitation in Mt. Carmel.

Doris was born December 1, 1925 in Grayville. She was born to Melvin and Julie (Hodgson) Hortin. She was first married to Robert Garner in 1942 until his death in 1981. In 1988 she married Hilbert Shain and he preceded her in death in 2006. Doris was a homemaker and a member of the Ridge Baptist Church west of Grayville.

Doris is survived by three sons, David (Joyce) Garner of Bone Gap, Jerry (Starette) Garner of Albion and Gary Garner of Mt. Carmel; one brother, Dean Hortin of Carmi; Eight grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and several great great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Preceding Doris in death were her two husbands Robert Garner and Hilbert Shain, one brother, Donald Hortin and one sister Vonda Glover.

Private graveside services will be conducted at Graceland Cemetery in Albion. There will be no visitation. Memorials can be directed to the Edwards County Senior Citizens and will be accepted at Nale’s Funeral Home. Online condolences can be left for the family at www.nalesfuneralhome.com. Nale’s Funeral Home of Albion is in charge of the arrangements.

Rebecca Michelle “Becka” Anthis, 33

Rebecca Michelle “Becka” Anthis, 33, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at the home of her aunt, with her loving family by her side.

She was born on March 14, 1987 in Mount Carmel, the daughter of Greg and Michelle (Keepes) Anthis.  She was engaged to be married to Nathan Pickering. 

Becka was a very caring person. She loved taking care of people who were less fortunate.  She deeply cared for the residents at River Oaks where she had been employed in the past.  Becka worked for a while at Twin Rivers Restaurant before her current position at McDonalds.  She always had a smile that could brighten anyone’s day.  Becka was a member of Gospel Kingdom Church.  She was loved by all who knew her and will be dearly missed.

Becka leaves behind her parents; fiancé, Nathan Pickering; brother, Bud (Mylian) Anthis; aunts and uncles, Kay and Eric Meier, David and Cindy Anthis, Lloyd and Sheila Payne, Theresa Jones, Carla Howell; and many loved cousins and friends.

Becka was preceded in death by her grandparents, Bud and Roberta Anthis, Carl and Sue Keepes; and uncles, Frank Keepes and Curt Howell.

Services for Becka are private due to current gathering limitations.  She will be laid to rest in Bethel Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in Becka’s memory to Gospel Kingdom Church and 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 Becka’s tribute wall and leave a note of condolences for the Anthis family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Funeral Report-Thomas P. “Tom” Allen

Funeral Services were held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, March 19, 2020 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home to honor the life of Thomas P. “Tom” Allen.  Brother Brandon Hodgson conducted the service that included prayer, reading of the obituary and message.   Musical selection during the service included, “Dancing In The Sky”, “How Great Thou Art”, How Far Is Heaven” and “Go Rest High On That Mountain”.  Burial took place at Bethel Cemetery in Bellmont, Illinois.  Pallbearers were Brad Arhelger, Bub Banks, Johnny Joe Lang, Thomas Allen III, Zachary Allen, Don Henry, and Mike Hunt.   Keepes Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Thomas P. “Tom” Allen.

Charles “Sid” Rutter, 57

Charles “Sid” Rutter, 57, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at Linda E. White Hospice House in Evansville, Indiana, surrounded by his loving family.  He was born on January 11, 1963 in Mount Carmel, the son of Charley and Patty (Ridgley) Rutter. 

Sid worked at Champion Lab for fifteen years.  He had a big heart along with a quick wit which made him a fun person to be with.  He was jokingly dubbed the “Mayor of Lick Prairie”.  Sid was a past Governor of the Moose Lodge.  He had a love for the outdoors and music. He often could be found at Mesa Lake, Beall Woods, coaching softball or attending concerts.  He was a big Aces Football and Kansas City Chiefs fan.  Sid loved his family dearly.  His grandchildren were the light of his life.  He was a friend to many and will be missed by all who knew him. 

Sid will be lovingly remembered by his daughter, Tosha (Clayton) Hancock; son, Dalton Rutter; grandchildren, Gus, Kenna, Marli and Remi Hancock; sisters, Mary (Doug) Peterson, Carol (Jack Chandler) Perkins, Charmin Mowrer; several nieces and nephews.

Sid was preceded in death by his parents; step-father, Frank Sutton; and nephew, Clint Mowrer.

In keeping with Sid’s wishes, cremation will take place and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. 

Memorial contributions may be made in Sid’s memory to Linda E. White Hospice House and 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 Sid’s tribute wall and send a note of condolences for the Rutter family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Funeral Report-Bonnie L. Bailey

Funeral Services were held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 18, 2020 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home to honor the life of Bonnie L. Bailey.  Pastor Deron Colgan conducted the service that included prayer, reading of the obituary and scripture passages.  Jennifer Colgan played prelude and postlude music on keyboard.  During the service, Bonnie’s granddaughter, Jaden Rymer sang, “You Are My All In All” accompanied by Jennifer on keyboard.  Mary Burkitt, Bonnie’s close friend, read the poem, “How We Survive” by Mark Rickerby.  Burial took place at Adam’s Corner Cemetery in Allendale, Illinois.  Pallbearers were Dylan Rymer, Matt Potts, Christopher Potts, Jimmy Bailey, Phillip Potts and Cory Fisher.  Keepes Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Bonnie L. Bailey.

William “Willie” Mayberry, 72

William “Willie” Mayberry, 72, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2020 at Wabash General Hospital. He was born December 28, 1947 in Mount Carmel, the son of William G. and Evelyn V. (Brock) Mayberry. He married Cathy Norris on February 29, 1972 and she survives.

Willie faithfully served his country in the United States Army. He was employed at Mount Carmel Public Utility Company for thirty-four years. Willie had a passion for antique autos. He was a member of the Wabash Valley Auto Club and a founding member of Road Earls II of Princeton, Indiana. He participated in many auto shows with the various cars he restored over the years and was a frequent award winner. In his spare time Willie enjoyed a game of golf with friends. He frequently spent time at Norm’s Barber Shop and Hogg Heaven Restaurant having a cup of coffee and good conversation with friends. Willie and Cathy enjoyed traveling. He loved his family dearly. His children and grandchildren were the light of his life and brought him much joy. Willie was a good friend to many and will be dearly missed.

Willie will forever be remembered by his loving wife of forty-eight years, Cathy; daughters, Amber (Joe) DiMaria of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania, Trina Joy “TJ” Mayberry of Mount Carmel; grandchildren, Gavin and Sophia Mayberry, Luca and Nico DiMaria; brother Dwight (Linda) Mayberry; sister, Linda Sue Doan; and several nieces and nephews.

Willie was preceded in death by his parents; infant sister, Shirley Ann Mayberry, niece, Cindy Mayberry; nephew Robbie Mayberry; aunt, Violet Pfeister; and brother-in-law, Tom Doan.

Family and their closest friends will gather for a Visitation from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Friday, March 20, 2020 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home. In order to limit possible exposure to illness, the family will welcome cards mailed to them in care of Keepes Funeral Home, 1500 North Cherry Street, Mount Carmel, IL 62863, from others wishing to express their condolences.

Funeral Services will be at 1:00 p.m., Friday, March 20, 2020 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in Willie’s memory to The Lunch Wagon.

Envelopes will be 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 Willie’s tribute wall, acquire flowers and leave condolences for the Mayberry family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Stephen L. Lathorp, 69

Stephen L. Lathorp, 69, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Monday, March 16, 2020, at Oakview Nursing and Rehabilitation.

He was born November 2, 1950, in Mt. Carmel, Illinois, the son of Levi and Alice Jean (Hawl) Lathrop. 

 Stephen was a member of the Berryville Christian Church.  He was a devoted Christian and loved Christian music and playing keyboard.  Stephen enjoyed watching western movies.  He had worked at Goodwill Industries.  Stephen also participated in the Special Olympics.

 Left to cherish Stephen’s memory are his nephews David and Jimmy Kinslow and several cousins. 

 Stephen was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Sarah Jean Kinslow and a brother, Alfred Lathrop.

 Visitation will be held Friday, March 20, 2020, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois.   A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Memorials can be made to Berryville Christian Church.  Envelopes will be available at Short Funeral Home or can be mailed to the funeral home at P.O. Box 397, Mt. Carmel, Illinois 62863.  Memorials can also be made online at the address below.

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

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

Thomas P. “Tom” Allen, 81,

Thomas P. “Tom” Allen, 81, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2020 in the comforts of his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 7, 1938 in Mount Carmel, the third of five sons born to Dwight Harold and Naomi Ruth (Anderson) Allen. He married Darlene Bump on October 31,1959 and she survives.

Tom was employed in the LP Gas delivery service. He and Darlene owned and operated Bumps LP Gas Service for several years and then sold the business to Nu-Gas Inc. Tom continued to work part time as a delivery driver for the Nu-Gas company until his retirement. Tom enjoyed helping Darlene in her daycare business. He loved kids and watching them grow and develop. In his earlier years, Tom was involved in antique car shows. He liked to restore street rods and his pride and joy was his “Ramblin Rose”, a 1946 Plymouth that he and Darlene drove to many shows and won several awards. Tom was a loving, giving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was very proud of his family and enjoyed having them all together as often as possible. He loved to laugh and joke with his friends and family. Tom enjoyed time spent outdoors in his yard and at his “Happy Place” at Conservation Lake where he and Darlene spent a lot of their days camping. Tom was a good friend to many and will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

Tom leaves behind his loving wife of sixty years, Darlene; daughters, Tammy (Brad Arhelger) Lang, Stephanie (Bub) Banks; grandchildren, Johnny Joe (Josie Lewis) Lang, Mandy Lang, Lacie (Jason) Perry, Shaleigha (Keith Kline) Banks, Tori Frailey, Thomas Allen III and Zachary Allen; four great-grandchildren, Hailey Lang, Kolton Lang , Dalton Lang and Preston Perry; brothers Farrell (Glenda) Allen, Gene (Rosemary) Allen, John (Norma) Allen; his furry side-kick, Charles Wilson and many nieces and nephews who dearly loved their uncle Tom.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents; son, Thomas Allen II; and one brother, Jack Allen.

Family and their closest friends will gather for a Visitation from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Thursday, March 19, 2020 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home. In order to limit possible exposure to illness, the family will welcome cards mailed to them in care of Keepes Funeral Home, 1500 North Cherry Street, Mount Carmel, IL 62863, from others wishing to express their condolences.

Funeral Services will be 1:00 p.m., Thursday, March 19, 2020 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home with Brother Brandon Hodgson officiating. Burial will follow at Bethel Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in Tom’s memory to Gospel Kingdom Church or the Wabash County Animal Shelter Buddies. Envelopes will be 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 Tom’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Allen family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Bonnie L. Bailey, 63

Bonnie L. Bailey, 63, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Monday, March 16, 2020 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, Indiana, surrounded by the love of her family.  She was born on August 13, 1956 in Sterling, Colorado, the daughter of Della Mae McClane and raised by her grandparents, Clem and Edith McClane.  She married William “Bill” Bailey on July 6, 1974 and he survives. 

Bonnie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.  She loved working with kids and was a Cub Scout leader for twenty years.  She was a wonderful homemaker and greatly enjoyed creating beautiful crafts of all kinds.  Bonnie was good at crocheting, knitting and sewing.  She also made many lovely wedding cakes.  Bonnie loved her family dearly.  Spending time with them brought her great joy.  She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.   

Bonnie leaves behind her loving husband of forty-five years, Bill; son, Andy (Debbie) Bailey; grandchildren, Shannon (Matt) Moore, Lindsey (Cory) Fisher, Dylan Rymer; great-grandchildren, Jaden Rymer, Brittany Moore, Stephen Moore, Scarlett Fisher; and brother, William (Kris) McClane. 

Bonnie was preceded in death by her mother and grandparents.

Family and their closest friends will gather for a visitation from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 18, 2020 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.  In order to limit possible exposure to illness, the family will welcome cards mailed to them in care of Keepes Funeral home, 1500 North Cherry Street, Mount Carmel, IL  62863, from others wishing to express their condolences. 

Funeral Services will be at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 18, 2020 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home with Pastor Darren Colgan officiating. Burial will follow at Adams Corner Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in Bonnie’s memory to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.  Envelopes will be 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 Bonnie’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Bailey family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Wilma Nadine Tolley, 90

Wilma Nadine Tolley, 90, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away peacefully Thursday, March 12, 2020 surrounded by family at Wabash General Hospital in Mt. Carmel.

She was born August 7, 1929 in White County, IL, the daughter of Samuel and Nora (Duddly) Short. She married Charles Ray Tolley on September 18, 1951. They have enjoyed 68 years of marriage.

She has been a member of Ridge Baptist Church in Grayville Illinois since the age of twelve. She served as the church secretary, treasurer, Sunday school teacher, and pianist. She so enjoyed playing the accordion for the church baptisms at the river.

Wilma was a lifelong member of the Maud Home Extension and was a 4-H leader of the Cinderella Bells for over thirty years. Church and family were her life. She loved cooking and sewing. She made most of her young daughters’ dresses, her granddaughters’, too. She loved mixing and matching patterns to create something new. She was always happy to preserve or freeze the vegetables her husband raised in their garden. She enjoyed cooking and eating the garden produce during the winter months.

Wilma’s greatest joy was taking care of her grandchildren and great grandchildren and attending their music events, sports games and school events.

Wilma is survived by her husband, Charles; children, Brenda Tolley and Connie and husband Bob Mayhue; grandchildren, Jonathan and Alison (Sigler) Mayhue, Catricia Mayhue and Brian McGuire, Terence and Jeannie (Olsen) Mayhue; and great grandchildren, Cormac and Connor Mayhue, Shelby and Emma Mayhue, Dunie and Cosette Nadine Mayhue; and sisters, Grace Walker of Kimball, Nebraska and Laura Ramsey of Marion IL.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Rex and sister Villa.

The Tolley family will receive visitors at Short-Cunningham Funeral Home on Monday, March 16, 2020 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The funeral service will be in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at 11:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery.

Memorials in memory of Wilma Tolley can be made to Wabash Area Vocational Enterprises, Inc. 1320 W Third St., Mt. Carmel, IL 62863

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

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

Kenneth A. Bosecker, 84

Kenneth A. Bosecker, 84, of Keensburg, Illinois, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2020, at Oakview Nursing and Rehabilitation with his loving family by his side.

 He was born May 4, 1935, in Cowling, Illinois, the son of Alvin and Dorothy (Cowling) Bosecker.  On September 5, 1953, Kenneth married Marilyn D. Coe at the Keensburg Methodist Church.  They enjoyed 66 years of marriage.

 Kenneth was a member of the Keensburg Christian Church, serving as a deacon for many years.  He loved working at the church and for the church.  He had a passion for restoring cars and taking care of them after the restoration.  Kenneth worked as a brick mason and in later years in the automotive industry.  He enjoyed yard work and watching baseball.  Kenneth was a Keensburg Village Board member.

 Left to cherish Kenneth’s memory is his wife of 66 years, Marilyn; children, Denise Davis and her husband Steven of Owensville, Indiana, and Janis Vickers and her husband Tony of Mt. Carmel, Illinois; grandchildren, Ryan Davis, Erik Davis, Lauren Vickers and Brayden Vickers; greatgrandchildren, Ayden Davis, Emma Davis and Noah Davis.

 Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents.

 The funeral service for Kenneth will be held Monday, March 16, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois, with visitation from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.  Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery.

 Memorials can be made to the Keensburg Christian Church.  Envelopes will be available at the funeral home or can be mailed to the funeral home, Short Funeral Home, P.O. Box 397, Mt. Carmel, Illinois 62863.

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

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

Funeral Report-Kathryn F. Banks

Funeral Services were held at held at 12:00 p.m., Monday, March 9, 2020, in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home to honor the life of Kathryn F. Banks. Pastor Charlie Wall conducted the service that included prayer, reading of the obituary and message. Stan Wall sang, “Holy Ground”, and “A Better Place”. During dismissal “In the Garden” was played. During the service many family members spoke of Kathryn and how she touched their life. Burial took place in Friendsville Cemetery, where Kathryn was laid to rest next to her beloved husband, Richard E. Banks. Brother Bill Reed conducted the graveside service. Pallbearers were Joe Wall, Andy Lane, Craig Lane, Donnie Wall, Greg Wall and David Gaston. Keepes Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Kathryn F. Banks

Hazel Jean Raber, 84

Hazel Jean Raber, 84, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away peacefully Tuesday, March 10, 2020, with her loving husband by her side at Linda White Hospice House Evansville, Indiana.

Jean was born in Lincoln, Illinois, August 20, 1935, the daughter of Frederick Wilhelm and Hazel Bell (Beckers) Reinders. She graduated from Mt. Pulaski High School in 1953 where she was drum major and editor of the school paper. Jean went on to attend Eastern Illinois University, serving as president of Delta Zeta Sorority for one year.

While attending Eastern Illinois University, she met her husband Ralph Raber. They married April 15, 1956, in Mt. Pulaski, Illinois. The newlyweds took residence in Ralph’s hometown of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, and later moved to rural Mt. Carmel where they farmed and raised three sons. They were members of First Christian Church of Mt. Carmel. Jean was active in Farm Bureau. She served six years on the Illinois State Farm Bureau Committee. Jean was the first woman to serve on the Illinois State Farm Service Agency Board. She was also active in the Farm Bureau Women’s Committee on the state and local levels.

Jean was a happy and loving person. She loved traveling with her husband. Jean was a devoted Chicago Cubs, Chicago Bears and Kentucky basketball fan. Quilting was her passion and her fondest hobby. She was a member of the National Quilters Museum in Paducah, Kentucky. Jean expressed she had lived a happy and fulfilling life.

Left to cherish Jean’s memory is her husband Ralph of 63 years of marriage; sons, Mike (Cathy) Raber, Tim (Davi) Raber and Jeff (Susan) Raber; grandchildren, Ryan (Erin) Raber, Abby Raber and fiancé Craig Watson, Gabe Raber, Nick (Kayla) Raber and Audrey (Ben) Woodard; great grandchildren, Bo, Eli and Emalyn Raber; sister, Joan Stahly; and several nieces and nephews.

Jean was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Roy Beckers and Donald Beckers.

Jean’s family would like to extend a special thanks to their cousin Emily Teague, friends Jerry Hocking, Don and Brenda Bosecker and the caring staff of Deaconess Midtown, Deaconess Gateway and Linda White Hospice House.

Visitation for Jean will be Friday, March 13, 2020, from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

The funeral service will take place Saturday, March 14, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. at Short Funeral Home, with burial following at Highland Memorial Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family would encourage donations to the Linda White Hospice House, Evansville, Indiana. 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 the Raber family.

Beth Anne Beckerman, 56,

Beth Anne Beckerman, 56, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Friday, March 6, 2020 at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville, Indiana, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 14, 1963 in Charleston, Illinois, the daughter of Jerry and Phoebe (Brunn) Heath. Beth’s birth father passed away soon after she was born and when her mother re-married, Beth was lovingly accepted and adopted by her new father, Larry Gill. She married Terry Beckerman on February 27, 1982 and together they enjoyed thirty-eight years of marriage centered around their faith and family.

Beth was a 1981 graduate of Mount Carmel High School. She was a member of the early MCHS Lady Aces Conference Teams playing volleyball, basketball and softball. She went on to play volleyball for the Wabash Valley Junior College Lady Warriors. After graduating from WVC, Beth went on to attain a Bachelors Degree at the University of Evansville. She has been an avid sports fan her entire life with the St. Louis Cardinals and Kentucky Wildcats being her favorites to follow. Beth’s primary focus was raising her family in a Godly home. She also worked alongside her husband at their family-owned and operated business, Hadley’s Café, for some time. She had a long-time love for restoring antique wood furniture. She loved the process of taking well-worn treasures and restoring them, giving them new life. It gave her great pleasure knowing that the pieces would be used and loved by families for generations to come. That love for restoration evolved into the 2001 opening of Maple Hill Restorations where she worked alongside her son, Trey. Beth played the bass guitar for over fifteen years at Community Church of God. She liked eating Jack’s Pizza with her family and enjoying a cup of Handsome Rooster coffee. She enjoyed gardening and taking long prayer walks in nature. Beth had deep faith in God. She dearly enjoyed Scripture study and being in the Word. Beth experienced years of daily intimate prayer and time spent with the Lord. She loved her Hickory Grove Great Banquet family and the opportunity to minister and serve others. Beth was a member of the Community Church of God where she led Bible Study and enjoyed mentoring younger women. Beth’s greatest joy came from her family. She loved them all dearly and her grandchildren were the light of her life. She will be deeply missed by her family and the many great friends she had made throughout her life.

Beth leaves behind her husband, Terry; children, Brittany Campagna and husband, Eric, Trey Beckerman and wife, Kelsey, Cara Leach and husband, Jonathan; precious grandchildren, Carter, Cohen and Ila Campagna, Phoebe and Olivia Leach and another grandson on the way; father, Larry Gill; sister, Gina Jo (David) Iglehart; brother, Michael R. Gill; niece and nephews, Hannah, Nathan and Andrew Iglehart.

Beth was preceded in death by her birth father; mother, Phoebe Gill; maternal grandparents, Philip and Grace Brunn; paternal grandparents, Raymond and Martha Heath, George and Lena Belle Gill.

Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m., Monday, March 9, 2020 at the Community Church of God, 1532 College Drive, Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

Funeral Services will be at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at the Church with Pastors Joy Sherman and Eric Livingston officiating. Burial will follow at Bethel Cemetery in Bellmont, Illinois.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Beth’s memory to The Beckerman Grandchildren College Fund. Envelopes will be at the Church or can be mailed to Keepes Funeral Home, 1500 North Cherry Street, Mount Carmel, IL 62863. Donations by credit card may be made at www.keepesfuneralhome.com .

Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements.

To view Beth’s tribute wall and leave condolences for the Beckerman family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Funeral Report-Eva June House

Funeral Services were held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 3, 2020 in the chapel of Keepes Funeral Home to honor the life of Eva June House. Pastor Mark Richison officiated the service opening with a message from the Book of John 14:2- “In My Father’s House”. The service included reading of the Obituary, messages and prayers while referencing several Scripture Passages, some of which included Hebrews 12, Acts 2 and John 3. Special recorded music selections for the service included “Amazing Grace, My Chains Are Gone” by Chris Tomlin, “You’ll Never Walk Alone”, “He Touched Me”, and “Mansion On The Hill” all by Elvis Presley and “Finally Home” by MercyMe. Burial Followed at Allendale Cemetery where June was laid to rest next to her beloved husband, Charles Robert. Pallbearers were Christopher Gher, Kyle Hershey, Justin Hershey, Cory Hershey, Jason Simmons and Patrick House. Honorary Pallbearers were Brian Hedge and Rob House. Keepes Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Eva June House.

Kathryn F. Banks, 82

Kathryn F. Banks, 82, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 6, 2020 at the Linda E. White Hospice House in Evansville, Indiana surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on November 21, 1937 in Creal Springs, Illinois, the daughter of Eugene and Florence (Graves) Wall. Kathryn married Richard E. Banks and he preceded her in death on June 26, 2012. Before his passing, Kathryn and Richard loved traveling.

Kathryn was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and loved her family dearly. She was a former member of the Lighthouse Church in Patton, IL. Kathryn loved music and playing the guitar at church. She also enjoyed writing music. She will be missed by her family and all who knew her.

Kathryn will be remembered by her four daughters, Shirley Melhiser of Petersburg, IN, Sandra (Fred) Weaver of Plainfield, IN, Karen Blake of Mount Carmel, and Vonda (Joseph) Friedt of Patoka, IN; five grandchildren, Matthew Haase, Will Weaver, Sami Weaver, Justin Melhiser, and Andrea Miley; six great grandchildren; brother, Lavern (Brenda) Wall of Friendsville; and many loved nieces and nephews.

Kathryn was preceded in death by her husband; parents; grandson, Israel Burton; brothers, George, Cletes and Otis Wall.

Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Monday, March 9, 2020 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.

Funeral Services will be at 12:00 p.m., Monday, March 9, 2020 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home with Pastor Charlie Wall officiating. A Graveside Service will follow at Friendsville Cemetery with Brother Bill Reed officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made in Kathryn’s memory to Linda E. White Hospice House. Envelopes will be 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 Kathryn’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Banks family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Funeral Report-Mary Ann Krug

Funeral Services were held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, March 2, 2020 at the Pentecostal Faith Assembly in Patton, Illinois to honor the life of Mary Ann Krug. Pastor Charlie Wall conducted the service. Scripture passages were taken from Job 14:5 and Proverbs 14:12. Musical selection during the service included, “I Want To Be In Heaven With You”, “I Won’t Walk Without Jesus” and Ruby Wood sang, “I Won’t Have To Worry Anymore”. Burial took place at Highland Memorial Cemetery. Pallbearers were Stan Reno, Josh Johnson, Terry Stout, Travis Stout, Carey Lane and Pete James. Honorary Pallbearers were Harold Crackel, Roger Dardeen and Harold Ray “Hotdog” Dardeen. Keepes Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mary Ann Krug.