Reverend Donald Monroe Tharp, 90

Reverend Donald Monroe Tharp, 90, husband of Betty (Cunningham) Tharp, formerly of Mt. Carmel, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 1, 2020, in Phoenix, Arizona.  Donald was born in Irish Valley, Pennsylvania in 1930, to the late Donald Hamilton Tharp and Mary (Yordy) Tharp.

Donald was a life-long follower and servant of Jesus Christ, which became his life’s work and mission. After he graduated with a Bachelor of Ministry degree from Johnson University in Knoxville, TN, he then received his master’s degree from Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, Indiana. Donald served as minister in a number of churches including, Baxter Christian Church in Kentucky, Shaker Prairie Christian Church in Carlisle, IN, Havre de Grace Christian in Maryland, Frankton Christian Church, in Frankton IN, First Christian Church Bedford IN, First Christian Church Virden, IL, First Christian Church of Albion, IL, Berryville Christian Church, and Christian Church in Sumner, IL. He regularly attended both Parkview Christian Church and First Christian Church of Mt. Carmel, IL. Throughout his life, Donald was invited to preach at camps, revivals, nursing homes, hospitals, and many other churches as it was his calling to share the love of Christ with everyone he could. Donald was also the administrator at the Altenheim Senior Living Center, Indianapolis, IN, the Barton W. Stone Christian Home in Jacksonville, IL, the Hillsboro Illinois Nursing Home, and (formerly) Monticello Nursing Home (Oakview) in Mt. Carmel, IL.

Donald deeply loved his friends and family and is survived by his wife of 64 years, Betty Tharp of Phoenix, Arizona; his children, Daniel (Connie) Tharp of Mesa, AZ, Robin Tharp of Phoenix, AZ, Donald (Cindy) Tharp of Victoria, TX, Marie (John) Gronley of Mesa, AZ, and Stephen (Lori) Tharp of Nashville, TN; his 8 grandchildren, Stacey Abel, Missy Ulm, Peter Judge, Amber Rankin, Desira Adams, Carli Tharp, Kyler Tharp, and S. Connor Tharp; 14 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren.  He is also survived by his brother, Lee Tharp of Baltimore, Maryland.  Donald was preceded by his parents, Donald and Mary Tharp, wife, Doris Hanks, brother, Billy Tharp, and grandson Daniel “Danny” Tharp.

A Celebration of Life Service will be postponed for a future date following the pandemic.

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

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

HELEN L. SHOAFF, 93

Helen L. Shoaff, 93, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2020, at Hollybrook surrounded by her loving family.

She was born January 28, 1927, the daughter of Leo and Mary (Sandwell) Peter. Helen graduated from Mt. Carmel High School. On June 15, 1948, she married Ollie Shoaff in Mt. Carmel, Illinois, at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Ollie preceded her in death in October 2001 after 53 years of marriage. Helen was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

Helen and Ollie owned and operated the Sani Cream Drive In for many years. She worked at the American Savings and Loan, and helped Ollie at the golf course, when he was the golf pro in Mt. Carmel. In her spare time, Helen enjoyed playing bridge with “the girls,” going out to eat, working in her yard with her flowers, mowing her yard until she was 90, and decorating her house and yard for the holidays.

Left to cherish Helen’s memory are her children Richard “Dick” Shoaff of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, Ann Winter and her husband Bob of Allendale, Illinois, and John Shoaff and his wife Kelly of Spring, Texas; grandchildren Eric and wife Amity Winter of Evansville, Indiana, and Emily Shoaff of Spring, Texas; greatgrandchild Layla Noelle Winter; Step grandchildren Rachel Winter of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, and Gwen (Winter) Petty and husband Kevin of Florence, South Carolina; step greatgrandchild Madolyn Petty; sister-in-law Helen Peters; and several nieces and nephews.

Helen was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and brother, Ed Peters.

A visitation will be held for friends and family Sunday, August 2, 2020, from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

Rosary will be held Monday, August 3, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 125 W. 5th Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois, with a Funeral Mass immediately following. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.

Memorials can be made to St. Mary’s Catholic School or St. Jude’s. Envelopes will be available at Short Funeral Home or at St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

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

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

Richard Dean Hale, 79

Richard Dean Hale, 79, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2020, at Wabash General Hospital.

He was born February 12, 1941, the son of Harry H. and Irene (White) Hale in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Richard graduated in the Mt. Carmel High School Class of 1959. He proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corp during the Vietnam War.

Richard was a member of the Evangelical United Methodist Church, VFW, American Legion and was a Mason. Over his lifetime, he was a police officer in Henderson, Kentucky, worked at Snap-On Tools, was a prison security officer in Florida, a freight pilot and a security officer for Allied. Richard loved to dance, reading western and Louis L’Amour books and shooting his guns at firing ranges.

Left to cherish his memory are his children, Lance Hale and his wife Molly of Watertown, New York, Kevin Hale of Evansville, Indiana, and Heidi Hale of Ft. Myers, Florida; grandchildren, Shiane Rivera-Hale, Faith Hale, Hannah Hale, Caleb Hale and Grace Hale; great-grandchildren, Mila and Tessa; brother, Ron Hale; and his girlfriend of fifteen years, Stella Ready.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents and brother Don Hale.

Visitation for Richard will be Friday, July 31, 2020, in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home, 527 Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Funeral services will follow at 1:00 p.m. with burial immediately following at Highland Memorial Cemetery. The family prefers masks be worn for the visitation.

Memorials can be made to the VFW Auxiliary of Lawrenceville, Illinois. 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 Richard’s family.

Shari Ann Vaughn, 81

Shari Ann Vaughn, 81, eased from this world on Saturday, July 25, 2020.  Following a stroke and several weeks of hospitalization, she came home to her loving family who were privileged to be with her for the last leg of her journey.  

Born on August 23, 1938, in Vincennes, Indiana, she was the daughter of Harold and Gwendolyn (Schucker) Camp.  She graduated from Mt. Carmel High School in 1956.  By that time, she had already met the love of her life, Mel Vaughn.  They were married on November 19, 1958, at the First General Baptist Church where they were both members.  Their marriage began with the adventure of Mel’s service in the U.S. Army.  Over the next couple of years, Shari traveled to Holly Ridge, North Carolina, then to Augusta, Georgia, and finally to San Antonio, Texas, setting up apartments in each new town so they could have homes off the bases of Camp Lejeune, Fort Gordon, and Fort Sam Houston.  As people often said, they were joined at the hip, and she was his rock for almost 60 years until Mel’s death in July 2018.  Though they weren’t able to go together, she has caught up with him now.

Shari worked at several places in town, including Chevrolet and the Pepsi-Cola plant. But her real calling in life was as wife, mother, and Grandma Shari.   A born nurturer, she loved to feed people and try out new recipes.  She especially liked to bake and was always sending something sweet and delicious home with whomever happened to stop by. 

Shari is temporarily parted from her daughters, Melinda Henson and Cindy (Steve) Yonaka; grandchildren Beau (Nicole) and Molly Henson and Trevor and Tessa Hargrave; and the newest little blessing, great-granddaughter Penelope Leigh. She also leaves additional much-loved family: brother-in-law, Mike Vaughn, as well as cherished nieces and nephews and their children.  She takes with her their devotion and that of a few very close, treasured friends.

She is joyfully reunited with her husband; sister Mary Lou (Camp) Zimmerman and her husband, Ron; sister-in-law Phyllis (Vaughn) Lagow; beloved sons-in-law Mike Hargrave and Rick Henson; and parents and grandparents.

A graveside service will be held on Thursday, July 30, at 2:00p.m. at Highland Memorial Cemetery.  All are invited to help lay Shari to rest.

The family deeply appreciates all the care she received during her illness.  Memorial contributions may be made to Carle Hospice of Richland County. Envelopes will be available at the cemetery or donations may be made online at https://carle.org/giving/make-a-gift?location=olney

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

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

Diana M. Newkirk, 81

Diana M. Newkirk, 81 of St. Francisville, Illinois, formerly of Mount Carmel, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2020 at home.  She was born on February 28, 1939 in Wabash County, Illinois, the daughter of Doyne McGrew and was raised by her grandmother, Edith Newkirk.

Diana was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.  She worked as a cook for many years at the Fireside and Zinni’s Restaurants.  She really enjoyed her work and treasured the many friendships she made over the years in the restaurant industry.   Diana loved her family dearly.  She greatly enjoyed getting together and spending time with them.  She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Diana will be lovingly remembered by her sons, Terry (Claudia) Spore, Tom (Suzie) Spore, Larry (Charla) Newkirk; daughters, Susan Price, Debra Carie; grandchildren, Ryan Spore, Jed Spore, Jamon (Kacie) Spore, Josh (Natalie) Carie, Amber Preston, Marva Paris, Paige Whitman, Nichole Simmons, Nathan Spore,  Nestelle Spore, Thad Steffey, Rob Steffey, Mike Steffey, Marc Spore; thirty-two great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; sister, Laverne Richardson; and daughter-in-law, Robin Spore.

Diana was preceded in death by her parents; sons, Kenneth Spore, Bob Spore; grandson Logan Paris; great-grandson, Miles Paris; brother Roger Douglas.

In keeping with Diana’s wishes, cremation rites will take place and a private family burial service will take place at a later date at Oak Lawn Cemetery in St. Francisville, Illinois.

Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements.  To view Diana’s tribute wall, and leave a note of condolences for the Newkirk family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

David Peter Kieffer 73

David Peter Kieffer 73, of Evansville, Indiana passed away Thursday, July 23, 2020 at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, Indiana.  David was born June 7, 1947, in Patoka, Indiana, the son of Raymond A. and Mary F. "Peter” Kieffer.

In his younger years David was an auto body repairman. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mount Carmel. He will be missed by his family and all who knew him.

David will be remembered by his five siblings, Joe Ray Kieffer and wife Mary Lou of Mt. Carmel, IL, Ronald K Kieffer and wife Joella of Eldorado, IL, Virginia Goldman of Mt. Carmel, IL, Jerome L. “Jerry” Kieffer and wife Mary of St. Francisville, IL, Michael R. Kieffer and wife Nancy of McCutchanville, IN.

David was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond A. and Mary F. "Peter” Kieffer; two siblings, Cecilia Bellessa and Raymond A. Kieffer Jr.

Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 28, 2020, in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home, 1500 N. Cherry Street, Mount Carmel, IL 62863. Social distancing practices will be in place.

Funeral Services will be 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 28, 2020, in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home, with Father Robert Zwilling officiating.  Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in David’s memory to St. Mary’s Catholic School.

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 David’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Kieffer family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Peggy Ann (Allen) Ray, 75

Peggy Ann (Allen) Ray, 75, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2020 at Wabash General Hospital.  She was born on April 10, 1945 in Wabash County, Illinois, the daughter of William Chris and Thelma (Axton) Allen.

Peggy spent many years as a managing cook of the KC Hall, Elks and Eagles in Mount Carmel.  She loved her job and making food for people.  She was a true people person and loved to fellowship with others.  Peggy loved her family and will be missed by her family and all who knew her.

Peggy will be remembered by her sons, Keith “K.R.” Snider, Jr. of Evansville, IN and Johnny Croger of Mount Carmel; daughter, Winter (Hamilton) Kennedy of Evansville, IN; three grandchildren, Johnny Croger, Jr., Michael Snider and Elisabeth Medler; two sisters, Anita (Norman) Timberlake and Marilyn (Max) Schroder.

Peggy was preceded in death by her parents; infant sister, Patsy Jean Allen; and nephew, Bill Timberlake.

In keeping with Peggy’s wishes, she will be cremated.  Memorial contributions can be mailed to Keepes Funeral Home, 1500 N. Cherry Street, Mount Carmel, IL 62863 to help offset funeral expenses.

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

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 has taken place. Family and friends are invited to gather for a Celebration of Sid's Life from 4:00 p.m.-7:00p.m., Sunday, July 26, 2020 at Twin Rivers Restaurant in Mount Carmel.

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

Jacky Joe Stoneberger, 57

Jacky Joe Stoneberger, 57, of Bellmont, Illinois, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2020 at his residence.  He was born on June 15, 1963 in Mount Carmel, Illinois the son of Chester and Deloris (VanMatre) Stoneberger.

Jack enjoyed spending time outdoors, deer hunting, fishing and camping.  He also loved riding his motorcycle and hitting the road with his friend, Rick Simpkins.  Jack was a member of the Shawnee Hills A.B.A.T.E.  He will be missed by his family and all who knew him.

Jack will be remembered by his brother, James Stoneberger of Bellmont; sisters, Evelyn Jones of Mount Carmel and Linda Ward of Pascagoula, Mississippi; nephews, Tim (Keisha) Bruce of Theodore, Alabama and William Bruce of Pascagoula, Mississippi; great nieces and nephews, Annabelle, Madeline, Charity, Noah and Jason Bruce; special aunt, Shirley Stoneberger; and his furry four legged dog and friend, Bear.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Allen Stoneberger and infant brother, Johnny Stoneberger.

In keeping with Jack’s wishes, cremation will take place and no formal services will be held.

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

Robert R. “Bob” Hahn, 81

Robert R. “Bob” Hahn, 81, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at home. He was born on August 8, 1938 in Holdridge, Nebraska, the son of Roy and Thelma (Jones) Hahn. He married Athena deWeese on February 26, 2006 and she survives.

Bob served his country in the United States Army National Guard. He was employed by Sumner Mobile Homes and Midwest Transit for several years and then was manager of Cherry Street Estates from 1979 to 2000. Bob was very handy and skilled at any type of project around the house. He greatly enjoyed working with his sons on many of those projects. Bob was an avid sports fan, both on the high school level and professional sports. He was especially fond of the St. Louis Cardinals. Bob enjoyed spending time outdoors. He loved spending time with his family and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Bob will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Athena; sons, Robert Hahn and his wife Tina, Jassen Hahn and his wife Jessica; daughter, Kristy Stephens and her husband Mike; four grandchildren, Bella, Allie, Lilly and Wyatt Stephens.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Lee Roy Hahn.

Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m., Sunday, July 12, 2020 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.

Funeral Services will be 1:00 p.m., Sunday, July 12, 2020 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home with Minister Chris Gaule officiating. Burial will be at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made in Bob’s memory to Parkview 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 Bob’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave a note of condolences for the Hahn family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Phillip “Todd” Sharp, 51

Phillip “Todd” Sharp, 51, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at home. He was born on August 5, 1968 in Mount Carmel, the son of Oscar D. and Mamie (Cash) Sharp.

Todd enjoyed being outdoors, especially mowing his yard. He loved Superman and his many trips to Metropolis Illinois to visit the Superman Museum. He always looked forward to another visit there. Todd dearly loved his family and spending time visiting with family and friends. His grandbabies held a special place in his heart. He will be deeply missed.

Todd will be lovingly remembered by his daughters, Taylor Sharp, Raven (Jordan) Gillihan; grandchildren, Alanna Philipps, Axton Sharp, Declan Gillihan, Damon Gillihan; sister, Robin (Rodger) Crouch; brothers, David (Angie) Sharp, Kenneth (Kim) Cash, Michael Trebuth; and several nieces and nephews.

Todd was preceded in death by his parents.

A Celebration of Life in honor of Todd will be held at a later date.

Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Phillip’s tribute wall and leave a note of condolences for the Sharp family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

James L. “Jim” Painter, 86

James L. “Jim” Painter, 86, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Sunday, July 5, 2020 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, Indiana.  He was born June 13, 1934 in Lancaster, Illinois, the son of Lester and Helen (Jeffords) Painter.  He married Eleanor Shurtz on November 6, 1954 and together they enjoyed sixty-five years of marriage before her passing on December 13, 2019. 

Jim faithfully served his country in the United States Army.  He was employed for forty-one years at GTE Corporation as a cable splicer.  In his younger years, he would often be seen coaching local baseball teams.  During his spare time, Jim enjoyed hunting and fishing.  Jim loved his family, and his Church family at Parkview Christian Church where he was a long-time member.   Jim will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

Jim will be lovingly remembered by his son, James Todd Painter and wife Penny of Nashville, TN; daughter, Rebecca Lynne Sparks and husband Tony of Sesser, IL; four grandchildren, Patricia Leigh Phillips, James Kyle Painter, Daphne Marie Haggard and Amanda Nicole Haggard; great-grandchildren, Madison Grace Phillips, Katelynn Hope Phillips, Bailey Rose Lewis, Addison Brooke Suter, Emma Grace Suter, James Jonathon Phillips, Nixon Kikue Painter and Elliott Saburd Painter; and many loved nieces and nephews.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents; wife; two brothers, Gary and Bob Painter.

Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Friday, July 10, 2020 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.  Social distancing practices will be in place.

Funeral Services will be 1:00 p.m., Friday, July 10, 2020 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home with Minister Bryan Heinrich officiating.   A private family burial with full military honors will take place Saturday, July 11, 2020 at Maple Hill Cemetery in Sesser, Illinois where Jim will be laid to rest next to his beloved wife, Eleanor.   

Memorial contributions may be made in Jim’s memory to Parkview Caring Closet.  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 Jim’s  tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave a note of condolences for the Painter family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Dennis Keith Shields, 64

Dennis Keith Shields, 64, of Bone Gap, Illinois, passed away on Friday, July 3, 2020 at Wabash General Hospital.  He was born on August 1, 1955 in Highland, Michigan, the son of Jack and Barbara (Eck) Shields.  He married Sherry Robinson Cox on October 8, 2006 and she survives. 

Dennis faithfully served his country in the United States Army.  He attended Hyles Anderson College to become a Minister. Dennis enjoyed traveling and camping.  His family held a special place in his heart and he enjoyed spending time with them.  He was a member of Hope Fellowship Church.  Dennis will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

Dennis will be remembered by his loving wife of thirteen years, Sherry; sons, Robert Lee Robinson, Jeffery Eugene Cox; daughters, Doreen Kay Powell, Candice Dawn Shields, Angelique Nicole Knowles; five grandchildren; brothers, Mike Shields, Dale Shields; several nieces and nephews; former wife, Sheila Shields who raised his four children; and Robert Lee Robinson who was like a son to Dennis.

Dennis was preceded in death by his parents; son, James K. Shields; and brother, jack Shields.

In keeping with Dennis’ wishes, cremation will take place and a Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 11, 2020 at Hope Fellowship Church, 1210 Landes Street in Mount Carmel, Illinois.

Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements.  To view Dennis’ tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Shields family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Donald L. McClane, 86

Donald L. McClane, 86, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at home with his family by his side. He was born on May 9, 1934 in Mount Carmel, the son of Charles and Sybil (Hill) McClane. He married Joyce Carpenter on November 22, 1952 and she survives. Don worked many years in the oilfield industry.

He worked for H&H Oil Company and for Andy Hocking, tending to his wells. He was a hard worker and loved his oilfield jobs. Don also was employed by Snap On Tool Corporation for nineteen years. Don and Joyce worked side by side for a number of years when they owned a feed and farm supply store. Don loved his family.

He was a member of Saint Mary Catholic Church. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

Don will be remembered by his loving wife of sixty-seven years, Joyce; son, Mark McClane; daughter, Ladonna Blevins and her husband, Don; Several loved grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; sisters, Caroline Brown, Anna Bell Lovellette and Marie; brothers, Ed and John McClane.

Don was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Chris McClane; one sister, Wilma; brothers, Michael, Ray and Tom McClane.

In keeping with Don’s wishes, cremation will take place and no formal services are planned.

Memorial contributions may be made in Don’ memory to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

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 Don’s tribute wall and leave a note of condolences for the family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Barbara L. Lambert, 82

Barbara L. Lambert, 82, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at her residence surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on August 25, 1937 in Mishawaka, Indiana, the daughter of Theodore “Ted” and Virgina (Miller) Morgan. Barbara married Leo Lambert on November 29, 1958 and together they enjoyed sixty-one year of marriage.

Barbara was very proud of her family and treasured the time she spent with her grandchildren. She graduated from William Woods College with an Associate’s Degree in Arts. Barbara was a member of Beta Sigma Phi an organization that brought many friendships and fellowship to her life. Her passion was being a homemaker for her family and she also enjoyed working at Wabash Valley College Bookstore for close to twenty years. Barbara will be missed by her family and all who knew her.

Barbara will be remembered by her husband, Leo Lambert of Mount Carmel; son, Michael Lambert and Stephanie of Robinson, Illinois; daughters, Sandra Uphoff and husband, Chuck of Mount Carmel, Melissa Gibson and husband, Brian of O’Fallon, Illinois; five grandchildren, Alisha (Dakota) White, Davis Uphoff, Kirsten Gibson, Joshua Gibson and Brandon Lambert.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Wayne Morgan.

A Private Graveside Service will be 1:00 p.m., Thursday, July 2, 2020, at Highland Memorial Cemetery with Pastor Gary Underwood officiating.

In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Barbara’s memory to Hope Pregnancy Center or Safe Haven. Envelopes 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 Barbara’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Lambert family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Neale W. Shaw, 81

Neale W. Shaw, 81, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois passed away June 28, 2020 of heart failure at Deaconess Midtown, Evansville, Indiana.

He was born in Albion, Illinois October 2, 1938, the son of Kenneth and Bernice (Ellis) Shaw.  Neale graduated from Mt. Carmel High School.  In 1960, he graduated with a bachelor’s degree of Management from Southern Illinois University.  During his junior year of college, he met Gloria Hill and they were married September 10, 1960.  They soon moved back to Mt. Carmel and Neale began his professional career at Mt. Carmel Sand and Gravel (now, Mt. Carmel Soil Stabilization Group), the company his father helped found in 1918.  Neale was employed with Mt. Carmel Sand and Gravel for thirty-two years, retiring at age 54 in 1992.  Gloria preceded him in death in 2004 after 44 years of marriage.  On September 30, 2006, Neale married Sharon Stetter.  They enjoyed fourteen years of adventures and happiness.

After his professional work career, he took on retirement professionally.  He was always planning his next adventure, shopping for the newest gadget and most importantly finding the best ways to spoil the people he loved.  He looked forward to playing bridge with friends, discovering new restaurants, and traveling.  Most of all Neale loved the mountains and snow skiing which featured heavily in his happy memories. 

Neale was active in the community, a member of the Newcomers club, Gourmet club, Bridge Club, Jaycees, and the Lions Club.  He was extremely active in getting the Lake Froman Park project completed.

Neale (Poppy) was devoted to his family and had a particular passion for spoiling and indulging them.  He had many go-to-phases, but the one he used most often was “How can I help, how can I make things better for you?”

Left to cherish Neale’s memory is his wife of fourteen years, Sharon Shaw of Mt. Carmel; children Gregg (Tammy) Shaw of Evansville and Gretta (David) Shaw Hall of Johns Creek, Georgia; children through marriage Hugh (Sandy) Stetter and Ian (Dawn) Stetter; grandchildren Kelsey (Alex) Dus, Tyler Shaw, Mary Elizabeth Hall, Jackson Cooper Hall, Grace Stetter, Emmy Stetter, Sebastian Stetter and Savannah Stetter; siblings Gary (Wanda) Shaw, James Patrick “Rick” (Mary) Shaw and Bill (Cynthia) Shaw. 

Neale was preceded in death by his first wife, Gloria Hill Shaw; daughter, Nickie Lynn Shaw; and his parents, Kenneth W. and Ruby Bernice Shaw.

Visitation for Neale will be Wednesday, July 1, 2020 from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. 

Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 2, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home.  Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery.

Memorials can be made to Gilda’s Club (Gilda's Club Evansville) offers programs for men, women, and children, as well as their families and friends who have been impacted by cancer), 5740 Vogel Road, Evansville, Indiana 47715.  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 Shaw family.

Sarah Ellen Hadra, 65

Sarah Ellen Hadra, 65, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois peacefully passed away Saturday, June 27, 2020 at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital, Olney, Illinois surrounded by her loving family.

She was born March 25, 1955 in Wabash County, Illinois, the daughter of Gilbert L. and Bessie Ellen (Bailey) Dunkel. Sarah was a 1973 graduate of Mt. Carmel High School.

On June 22, 1973 she married Daniel Hadra at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mt. Carmel.

Sarah was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. She drove a school bus for 31 years for District #348, worked 30 years mowing grass at St. Mary’s Cemetery and cleaned houses.

Sarah enjoyed gardening, especially working in her flowers, bird watching, decorating her home for each season and cooking for family. Her greatest love was spending time with her family.

Those left to cherish Sarah’s memory are her husband of 47 years, Daniel; children Julie (Thad) Raibley, Beau (Jana) Hadra and Jeanie Hadra, all of Mt. Carmel; grandchildren Jonathon Bader, Karis Hadra, Bode Hadra, Asa Martin, Ella Martin and Clare Raibley; and siblings Mary Dunkel (Bob) Cunningham and Ann Dunkel (David) Jones of Mt. Carmel.

Sarah was preceded in death by her parents.

A Rosary Service will be held with a Funeral Mass afterwards (open to the public) on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 125 W. 5th Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois with burial following at Harrison Cemetery in Lancaster, Illinois.

Memorials can be made to St. Jude’s, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, Tennessee 38148-0142 or Salvation Army, 202 South Gibson Street, Princeton, Indiana 47670. Envelopes will be available at the church or at Short Funeral Home.

Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve the Hadra family.

Freda C. Raibley, 98

Freda C. Raibley, 98, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Saturday, June 27, 2020 at Wabash General Hospital.

She was born in Wabash County, IL, March 29, 1922, the daughter of Elmo Ray and Vernice E. (Shepard) Hawf. She married her husband, James Russell Raibley, July 16, 1940 in Henderson KY. He preceded her in death in 2004.

Freda was a lifelong resident of Wabash County. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and was very active in the church community.

Those left to share her memory include her son, Timothy A. and his wife, Janice, of Mt. Carmel; grandchildren, Thad Alan and wife Julie Raibley, Andrea Jill and husband Jonathan Decker; great grandchildren, Brady Decker and Clare Raibley; siblings, Gene Hawf, and Sally Hawf of Mt. Carmel, and Ron Hawf of Colorado.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jim of sixty-three years; siblings, Albert, Paul, and Pete Hawf.

There will be a Private Family Memorial Service at Short Funeral Home with burial at Highland Memorial Cemetery.

Memorials can be made to Wabash County Shelter Buddies, 11336 N 1550 Blvd, Mt. Carmel, Illinois 62863, in Freda’s memory. Envelopes are available at the funeral home, 527 N Mulberry St., Mt. Carmel, IL 62863.

Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve the Raibley family.

Juanita B. Parr, 88

Juanita B. Parr, 88, formerly of Mt. Carmel, Illinois peacefully passed away Thursday, June 25, 2020 at her residence in Evansville, Indiana surrounded by family.

She was born June 16, 1932 in Bellmont, Illinois, the daughter of Harvey and Zelda (Smith) Deisher.  On July 20, 1952, Juanita married William A. Parr in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. 

Juanita was a member of the Free Methodist Church in Mt. Carmel.  She attended the Christian Fellowship Church in Evansville, Indiana.  Juanita enjoyed cooking, having parties, reading the Bible and listening to country music.  In her earlier years she liked to skate.  Her greatest love was spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.   

Left to cherish Juanita’s memory are her children Timothy Parr of Evansville, Indiana, James and his wife Laurie Parr of Petaluma, California, Daniel and his wife Lori of Nashville, Tennessee and Debra Parr of Evansville, Indiana; grandchildren Amanda (Paul) Hollingsworth, Brittany Parr, Sydney Parr, Sierra Parr and Evan Parr; great grandchildren Maraya Stuteville and Juanita Hollingsworth; and sister Susie Pittman of Menomonie, Wisconsin.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; children Mark Parr and Mary Lynn Parr; brothers Bill and Bob Deisher; and sister Gloria Lee Dixon.

Visitation for Juanita will be Monday, June 29, 2020 from 12:00 noon until 1:00 p.m. at Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. A graveside service will follow at 1:30 p.m. at Highland Memorial Cemetery, 1827 College Drive, Mt. Carmel.

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

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

John P. Cowles, 82

John P. Cowles, 82, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away on June 18, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 24, 1937 at home in Grayville, Illinois, the son of John Riley and Luretta (Keeling) Cowles. John married Nellie Huff on December 11, 1962 and she survives.

John worked in the oil fields of southern Illinois for many years.  He enjoyed gardening, fishing, hunting and spending time with his family.  He will be missed by his family and all who knew him.

John is remembered by his wife, Nellie Cowles; son, John R. Cowles; daughter, Amanda Waggoner; grandchildren, Taylor Waggoner and Riley Waggoner; son-in-law, Jim Waggoner; and son-in-law, Ric Underhile.

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

Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements.  To view John’s tribute wall and leave a note of condolence for the Cowles family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com