Even though it’s the middle of winter, city officials are looking ahead to summer and the upcoming season at the Mt. Carmel City Pool. Mayor Joe Judge said visitors to the pool this year will see something new…
And no, unlike Holiday World….there will not be free soft drinks at the city pool to go along with the free sunscreen.
James “Jim” Alexander Mastaw, 70, of Fairfield, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, Indiana. Jim was born August 21, 1950 in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, to the late Alex and Opal Mastaw.
Jim was a welder for CSX railroad until his retirement. Jim enjoyed his time that he ran his own pyrotechnics business. He was a member of the VFW and the Eagles in Mt. Carmel, IL, and was also a member of the Chippewa Nation, Sault Ste Marie Tribe. Jim enjoyed NASCAR, karaoke, fishing, camping, feeding the ducks at Beall Woods and watching for deer while back road cruising with his wife. Christmas was his favorite time of the year. Jim enjoyed singing and playing his guitar, especially singing to his friends at Tower Heights. He loved his children and grandchildren deeply. Jim had many friends and will be missed by many.
Jim is survived by his wife, Tina Mastaw; his daughters, Ginger (Matt) Mastaw, Suzanne (Tom) Mastaw, and Deb (Richard) Denkema; step-children, Brian (Stephani) Carl and Shaun Carl; eleven grandchildren, Danielle, Hunter, Megan, Felecia, Emily, Phillip, Melissa, Amber, Caleb, Xane, and Jocelyn; two step-grandchildren, Eli Carl and Ty Carl; brothers, George (Cindy) Wagner, and Jerry (Barb) Sienko; sister-in-law, Kate Mastaw; many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents; his siblings: Sharon (Norman) Jones, William Mastaw, and Christina Galla.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date to honor Jim’s life.
Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Jim’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Mastaw family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com
Janie Lou Hughes, 85, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Thursday, January 7, 2021 at home. She was born on December 25, 1935 in Spurgeon, Indiana, the daughter of Clyde and Lou Ellen (Thompson) Fowler. She married Reverend Harold Hughes on August 26, 1956 and together they have enjoyed sixty-four years of marriage centered on their faith, love and family.
Janie was a graduate of Oakland City University and enjoyed her career as an elementary school teacher at South School in Mount Carmel until her retirement in 1992. She loved her role as a teacher and the fulfillment she experienced being a part of the young children’s lives. Even as her students moved on to higher education, she enjoyed keeping in touch with them from time to time. Janie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was very helpful to her husband in his spiritual ministry and the two of them were inseparable. Janie made daily journal entries, kept photos of her family and really enjoyed being the family historian. She had great love and concern for her whole family and enjoyed visiting with all of them. In her free-time, Janie enjoyed a good book and also crocheted many blankets and rugs as gifts for family and friends. Janie lived her life with a very strong faith. Her favorite hymn was “His Eye Is On The Sparrow”. She was a member of the First General Baptist Church where she was active in the Women’s Missionary Society. Janie was a treasured friend to many and she will be dearly missed by her family and all who knew her.
Janie leaves behind her beloved husband, Harold; son, Lloyd Hughes and wife, Susan of Mt. Carmel; daughter, Lou Ann Scott and husband, Stephen of Mt. Carmel; six grandchildren, Samantha (Jon) Reeder, Wesley (Katie) Scott, Megan Hughes, C.J. Simpson, Jessica Simpson, Shea (Tristan) Lewis; nine great-grandchildren plus baby Scott due to arrive in May; brothers, Charley (Ruth Ann) Fowler of Silvis, IL, Jack (Linda) Fowler of Lynnville, IN; several nieces and nephews.
Janie was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Vicki Lynn Hughes; sister, Margie Fowler.
The family will gather for a private Visitation in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home followed by a private Graveside Service at Powell Cemetery in White County, IL, with Pastor Gary Underwood officiating.
The family asks that in lieu of flowers and gifts, Memorial Contributions may be made in Janie’s memory to First General Baptist 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 Janie’s tribute wall and leave condolences for the Hughes family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com
Roland Waldo Bingham, 91, of Mount Carmel, passed away on Thursday, January 7, 2021 at the Lodge of the Wabash in Vincennes, Indiana. He was born on June 6, 1929 in Eagle City, Oklahoma, the son of Roy and Myra (Sparks) Bingham. Roland married Mary May Stanley and she preceded him in death. Roland faithfully served his Country in the United States Army where he served in the Vietnam War.
Roland loved his family above all and always looked forward to time he spent with them. Among Roland’s hobbies, he enjoyed woodworking and playing musical instruments. In his free time, he also loved a good John Wayne movie. He will be missed by his family and all who knew him.
Roland will be remembered by his son, Robert Bingham of Mount Carmel; daughters, Juanita Dill of Mount Carmel and Clara Barton of Mesa, Arizona; grandchildren, Robert Bingham III, Roland Bingham, Robert Bingham II, Nina Wall, Virgil Clark, Barbara Walker, David Walker and John Lashbrook; ten great grandchildren.
Roland was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mary Bingham; sisters, Wilma Miner, LaFawn Hitchcock and Clara Jo Nelson; and brother, Bill Bingham.
In keeping with Roland’s wishes, cremation will take place and a private family Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.
Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Roland’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Bingham family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com.
Larry T. Reed, 83, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away on Thursday, December 31, 2020 at Wabash General Hospital in Mount Carmel. He was born on November 1, 1937 in Wabash County, the son of Ora and Vera (Dugan) Reed. Larry married Barbara Todd and together they enjoyed fifty-seven years of marriage before her passing on April 19, 2016.
Larry faithfully served his Country in the United States Navy. He loved working on computers and also enjoyed reading. Larry earned his bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and worked at Potter and Brumfield for over twenty years. He also taught at Ivy Tech and WVC College. Larry was fond of any movie or book about science fiction and loved watching Star Trek. When Larry and Barbara’s were raising their children, some of their fondest memories included taking camping trips together as a family. Larry loved his family and his grandchildren held a special place in his heart. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Larry will be remembered by his son, Kevin Reed of Scottsburg, IN; daughter, Michelle Johnson of Mount Carmel; grandchildren, Kayleigh Delap, Kevin Reed, Jr. and Zoey Johnson; greatgrandchildren, Alexia Reed, Makenya Drake and Landyn Reed.
Larry was preceded in death by his loving wife, Barbara Reed; son, Kenneth E. Reed; and his parents.
A Graveside Services with Full Military Honors will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, January 6, 2020, at Highland Memorial Cemetery with Pastor Mark Richison officiating. Larry will be laid to rest next to his beloved wife, Barbara Reed.
Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Larry’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Reed family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com
Deanna M. Hipsher, 83, of St. Francisville, Illinois went home to be with the Lord on her birthday, Thursday, December 31, 2020 at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville IN.
Deanna was born December 31, 1937 in Wabash County Illinois, the daughter of William Penn and Clarice (Johnson) Beesley. She married Roy T. Hipsher on June 10, 1956 at the Wabash Presbyterian Church in Orio IL. They enjoyed 64 years serving the Lord and raising two sons to do the same.
Deanna is survived by her husband Roy; son Philip G. and wife Tina of Mt. Carmel; four grandchildren, Alix (Mark) Crummley, Ian Hipsher, Justin (Amanda) Hipsher, Rachel (Chuc) Tran; six great grandchildren, Amelia, Evelyn, Vivian Crummley and Noah, Abigail and Avianna Hipsher; brother, Gail (Joann) Beesley of Mt. Carmel.
She was devoted to her church, very involved in all activities. Anyone that knew her knew she lived her faith, always willing to share with others.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and son Stuart Hipsher.
There will be a Private Family Funeral service at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday January 5, 2021 at Wabash Presbyterian Church with burial to follow in Orio Cemetery.
COVID-19 precautions will be in place including use of hand sanitizer, wearing of face covering and social distancing.
Donations in Deanna’s memory can be made to two of her favorite charities, Hickory Grove Great Banquet or Victorious Children’s Home.
Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com
Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve the Hipsher family.
Terry Peach, 74, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at home surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on September 2, 1946 in Knox County, Indiana, the son of Norman and Virginia (Schwartz) Peach. Terry married Connie Bertram on September 25, 1964 and together they enjoyed fifty-six years of marriage centered on their family.
Terry was a loving husband, father, grandfather and was the happiest when he was with his family. Terry’s grandchildren held a special place in his heart and he enjoyed following them in their sporting events. He always looked forward to family trips to Panama City Beach, and trips out west. Terry and Connie also loved visiting the Smokey Mountains, where they recently visited to celebrate their fifty-sixth wedding anniversary. Terry was graduate of Mount Carmel High School class of 1964 where he played football. He loved being outdoors enjoying nature and also enjoyed fishing with family. Terry worked at Snap On Tools for forty years where he made many friendships. Terry will be missed by all who knew him
Terry will be remembered by his loving wife, Connie Peach of Mount Carmel; son, Terry “Scott’ Peach and wife Lesley of Greenville, IN; daughter, Christina Page and husband Andy of Princeton, Indiana; grandchildren, Jacob (Charity Miskell) Page, Colton (Kaitlynn Lloyd) Page, Evan Peach and Ella peach; great grandson on they way, Jaxon Lee Page arriving in May; many loved cousins, nieces and nephews.
Terry was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Steven Peach.
Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 4:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m., Thursday, January 7, 2020, in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.
Following the Visitation, no formal service will be held. Burial will take place at a later date at Highland Memorial Cemetery.
Social distancing practices will be in place and facial coverings will be required.
Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Terry’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Peach family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com
Oril “Chad” Dent, 73, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, Indiana surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on August 16, 1947, in Mount Carmel, Illinois, the son of Oril W. and Mary (Brock) Dent. Chad married Sheila Harms on May 18, 1974 and together they enjoyed forty-six years of marriage.
Chad was a loving husband, father and grandfather who treasured time with his family. He faithfully served his Country in the United States Air Force. Chad loved attending games at the “Snakepit” and cheering on the MCHS football team. He also enjoyed following the Pike Central Chargers football team where his grandson, Jagar played. Chad was a hard worker and loved his job with Bates Brothers Farms as a truck driver. He was a member of Pentecostal Faith Assembly. Chad was always the life of any party, laughing and loved to have a good time with his family and friends. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Chad will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Sheila Dent; two sons, Dustin (Shannon Sander) Dent of Jasper, IN and Glen Eliptico of Denver, CO; two daughters, Mysti (David) Marsh of Bicknell, IN and Holly (Jason) Smith of Petersburg, IN; ten grandchildren, Dakota Dent, Lexee Dent, Jagar Dent, Austin Skelton, Jena Pauw, John Pauw IV, Denna Pauw, Chelsie Lester, Caleb Lester and Connor Lester; two brothers, Lawrence Dent and Greg Dent; two sisters, Loretta (Henry) Miley and Bonita (Randy) Smith; many loved cousins, nieces and nephews.
Chad was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Diane Dent.
A private family Visitation and Funeral Service will be held on Monday, January 4, 2020 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home with Full Military Honors. Following the service, in keeping with Chad’s wishes, cremation will take place.
Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Chad’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Dent family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com
Elaine Kay Bender, 66, of Boonville, Indiana, (formerly of Mt. Carmel) passed away Friday, December 25, 2020, at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville, Indiana, following a one-month battle with Covid-19.
Kay was born June 14, 1954, the daughter of Gilbert Blaine and Elizabeth Louise (Reisinger) Painter in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. She graduated from Mt. Carmel High School. Kay married Michael D. Bender on September 1, 1973 in Mt. Carmel, Illinois.
She dedicated her life to helping others. In her second act, Kay returned to college and obtained a registered nursing degree. She loved taking care of patients, especially those with mental health issues. Her kindness and patience were without limits. She also took care of those around her and will be missed immensely by those whose lives she touched. Kay was a member of the Free Methodist Church.
Kay is survived by her spouse Michael; four children, Jason Bender, Jessica Daniels, Julie Bender and Joshua Bender; granddaughter, Madison Daniels; and siblings Ann Painter and Doug Painter.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
At her request, no service will be held.
Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com
Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Kay’s family.
Darrell Wayne Deisher, 54, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Saturday, December 27, 2020, at Oakview Heights Rehabilitation Center surrounded by the love of his family.
He was born December 26, 1966, the son of Jack Deisher and Joan (Trusty) Shackelford. He graduated from Mt. Carmel High School.
Darrell was an oil field worker all his life. He worked for Beard Drilling Company for many years and then Jackson Well Service. Darrell enjoyed fishing and loved spending time by the river with friends.
Left to cherish Darrell’s memory are his mother Joan (Trusty) Shackelford; siblings Mike and Georgetta Deisher of Grayville, Illinois, Jack and Marcie Deisher of Indiana, and Steven and Sailin Deisher of Mt. Carmel, Illinois.
Darrell was preceded in death by his father and a sister, Tammy Dudley.
There will be a graveside service Saturday, January 9, 2021, at Highland Memorial Cemetery at 11:00 a.m.
Memorials may be made to Short-Cunningham Funeral Home, P.O. Box 397, Mt. Carmel, Illinois 62863, to help defray funeral expenses.
Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com
Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve the Deisher family.
Jimmy G. Warmoth, 90, formerly of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Monday, December 21, 2020, at Hopedale Cottage in Ozark, Missouri, surrounded by the love of his family.
He was born June 25, 1930, the son of Wallace “Cy” and Lucille (Crouch) Warmoth in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. March 3, 1953, Jim married Alice McWilliams at the First Christian Church in Mt. Carmel.
Jim was a member of First Christian Church. He was a former minor league baseball pitcher for the Braves organization, worked in the meat department at A&P where he met Alice and a supervisor of quality control for Snap-On Tools Corporation until his retirement.
Left to cherish Jim’s memory is his daughter, Dianna Stennett, of Rogersville, Missouri, along with his two grandsons, Logan and Cole Stennett.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; daughter, Vickie Lee Warmoth; sisters, Caroline Smith and Helen Moyer, and brother, Wallace “Wally” Warmoth .
Private services will be held.
Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Jim’s family.
Johann Shearer, 85, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at Oakview Nursing Home surrounded by the love of her family. She was born March 1, 1935 in Breckenridge, Michigan, the daughter of Erna and Beulah Irene (Schonert) Honeycutt. She married Donald K. Shearer on October 3, 1952 and together they enjoyed sixty-one years of marriage until his passing on January 26, 2014.
Johann was a member of the Mount Carmel High School graduating class of 1952. Early in her working years, she was employed as a telephone operator and as a waitress. She worked in the clothing factories, both in Mount Carmel and Albion, before her retirement in 1980. Johann was an avid NASCAR fan and Kasey Kahne was her favorite driver. Johann enjoyed traveling, where she visited forty-seven states either by car or motorcycle. Johann was a member of Asbury Chapel for sixty years. She was a loving mother and grandmother who was very proud of her family and enjoyed spending time with them. Johann will be dearly missed.
Johann will be remembered by her daughter, Perfidia Woods and husband, Kenny of Mount Carmel; sons, Archey Shearer and wife Theresia of Plainfield, IN, Nick Shearer and wife Carol of Winder, GA and Rickey Shearer and wife Teresa of Carthage, TN; ten grandchildren, Zach (Ashlei) Woods, Josh (Melissa) Woods, Ashley (Josh) Dixon, Lauren (Allen) Dixon, Emily (Brandon) Sciara, Grace, Havah and Alivia Shearer, Hannah (Katelyn) Shearer, Paige (Stephen) Clay; great- grandchildren, Maddox, Payton and Avery Woods, Finley, Jaxx, Bo, Levi, Logan, Ashlynn, Morgan Kate, Sadie, Lacy and Jack Dixon, baby Clay arriving in June of 2021; sister, Sarah Small; brothers, Erna (Brenda) Honeycutt, Terry (Tina) Honeycutt; many loved cousins, nieces and nephews.
Johann was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Donald Shearer; great-granddaughter, Callie Paige Woods; sister, Janet Ankenbrand; brother-in-law, Gaylord Small.
A Private Family Graveside Service will be at 1:00 p.m., Sunday, December 27, 2020, at Highland Memorial Cemetery with Pastor Vaughn Courter officiating. Johann will be laid to rest beside her beloved husband, Don.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial contributions may be made in Johann’s memory to Victorious Children’s Home will be accepted at Keepes Funeral Home, 1500 North Cherry Street, Mount Carmel, IL 62863.
Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Johann’s tribute wall and leave condolences for the Shearer family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com
Lois B. Hale, 95, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, December 22, 2020, at Oakview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center surrounded by the love of her family.
She was born September 12, 1925, the daughter of Norman R. and Ada (Wilson) Pollard in Johnson, Indiana.
Lois was a member of the Free Methodist Church. She loved attending church and her church family. Lois was a lunch aide at South School for over 20 years. She enjoyed sewing, quilting and gardening---and never missed a yard sale. Lois ran a fruit stand on Third Street in Mt. Carmel called Hale’s Market. She was an avid Cardinal fan. But Lois’ greatest love and enjoyment was her family.
Left to cherish Lois’ memory are her children, Dick (Darlene) Hale of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, Denny (Sharon) Hale of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, Bryan (Leslie) Hale of Robinson, Illinois, Danny (Susan) Hale of Allendale, Illinois, Linda D. Pittman of Oldsmar, Florida, and Deborah (Clayton) Vaughn of Lucedale, Mississippi; fifteen grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; and one great-greatgrandchild.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two grandchildren; and siblings, Charles, Ralph, Jim, Paul, Catherine and Margaret.
A graveside service will be held for family and friends, Monday, December 28, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. at Maumee Cemetery, Johnson, Indiana.
COVID-19 guidelines will be followed.
Memorials can be made to the Free Methodist Church. 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 the Hale family.
Roy Moore, 62, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Sunday, December 20, 2020. He was born on August 28, 1958 in Mount Carmel, the son of James M. and Minnie Mae (Ligon) Moore. He married Melinda Wilkinson on May 17, 2003 and together they enjoyed sixteen years of marriage until her passing on October 29, 2019.
Roy worked in maintenance and construction for Rod and Debbie Rodriguez for many years. He also had experience in the oilfield industry. Roy was a hard worker in whatever he was doing. He enjoyed going fishing and sitting around a campfire with his friends and family. He was a happy guy who would even join in on karaoke when he had the opportunity. Roy was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He grieved deeply over the loss of his wife. Spending time with his children and grandchildren brought him great joy. Roy came to know a deep faith in God. He was a member of Heartland Worship Center. He will be dearly missed by his friends and family.
Roy will be remembered by his sons, Damon (Kristina) Sloss, Dustin (Robin) Moore, Derek (Alexis) Wilkinson, Patrick (Dee) Iglehart, James Iglehart; daughters, Lindsay Moore, Amber Nikki Moore, Alissa Wheeler, Melanie Moore; step-daughter, Tasia Knowles; twenty-four grandchildren; brother, Albert (Melissa) Moore, Kathy (Ron) Pulliam, Betty (Don) Jackson; several nieces and nephews.
Roy was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mindy Moore; sister, Diane Cox; brother, Billy Ray Moore.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at Heartland Worship Center from 1-3pm Saturday, January 16th, 2021. Please wear masks and practice social distancing..
Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Roy’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Moore family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com
Michael W. Schneider, 65, of Allendale, Illinois, passed away Friday, December 18, 2020 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, Indiana with his loving family by his side. He was born on February 15, 1955 in Mount Carmel, Illinois, the son of Joseph W. and Marjorie I. (Litherland) Schneider. He married Linda Vines on March 23, 1974 and together they have shared forty-six blessed years.
Michael was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was very family oriented and spending time with them gave him great joy. He loved his family above all. During his last years, he and Linda went on a daily adventure. They would get in the car and drive wherever their hearts desired with no real plan in place. Michael worked at Allendale Gravel Company for twenty-eight years before taking a position at Toyota in 2003. He worked there for approximately ten years before retiring due to health issues. Michael had a passion for drums and was very talented. He played in a handful of bands in his younger years along with a few different worship teams throughout his life. He was a member of Heartland Worship Center and was a drummer for their worship team until he was no longer able. His family and friends will cherish his memory forever.
Michael leaves behind his loving wife, Linda; daughter Michelle Banks and husband, Damon; son, Michael Brian Schneider and wife Cassie; ten grandchildren, Chloe and Ellie McIntire, Levi, Sophie, Luke and Annie Banks, Libby, Caleb, Gabby and Joel Schneider.
Michael was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Joseph E. Schneider; in-laws, William “Bill” and Georgia Vines.
The family will gather for a private visitation at Keepes Funeral Home followed by a Graveside Service at Allendale Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made in Michael’s memory to the ALS Association 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 Michael’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Schneider family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com
Timothy M. “Mate” White, 60 of Mt. Carmel passed away Thursday, December 17. 2020 in Mt. Carmel.
Tim was born September 16, 1960 in Mt. Carmel to Delores M. (Knowles) and Enos M. White. He attended St. Mary Catholic School and Mt. Carmel High School. He was a boilermaker by trade and always willing to help his friends with any project.
Tim is survived by his mother Dee; sisters, Teri Marie White of Evansville IN, Tina Michelle Cox of Simpson, IL, Tami Margaret White of Mt. Carmel IL; nephew, Jeremy K. White of Evansville IN; and many aunts and cousins.
“Mate” loved the outdoors, hunting arrowheads and Indian artifacts and learning the Indian culture. He felt right at home being down by the river camps. He enjoyed entertaining kids with his bag of magic tricks and playing Santa Claus for his friend’s children. He never met a stranger and will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Tim was preceded in death by his grandfather William H. Knowles, grandmother Dorothy M. Knowles and uncle Harold “Butch” Knowles; his grandparents Dora M. and Herb McClane along with brother-in-law Al Cox.
Family and friends will gather for a drive through visitation at Short Funeral Home on Sunday, December 27, 2020 from 12 until 2:00 p.m. to offer condolences and share memories of Tim. There will be a Private Graveside Service at Highland Memorial Cemetery.
Social distancing practices, wearing of masks as well as use of hand sanitizer is expected.
Enter the building off of 6th Street, through the garage and exit onto Mulberry Street. Please follow the signs.
Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com
Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Tim White’s family.
Our beloved mother, Colene White, 91, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2020. She was born March 27, 1929 near Harrisburg, Illinois. Colene was the daughter of Edgar and Velma (Miller) Legai.
Colene loved learning. She was advanced 2 grades in grade school, graduated at age 16 from Harrisburg High School and attended two years at Southern Illinois University.
On November 8th, 1946, Colene married James I. White at the Ledford Baptist Church in Ledford, Illinois.
Jim and Colene ran Your Flower Shop in Mt. Carmel for 65 years. During that time, Colene attained membership in the prestigious Institute of Floral Designers, the American Academy of Floriculture and the Professional Floral Commicators International. For several years Colene was a commentator for the American Floral Services, Inc. in the states and Mexico.
Colene was a long-time member of the First Baptist Church of Mt. Carmel and Wabash Career Women.
Jim and Colene retired from floristry at the end of 2012 and moved near their daughter Aleta Griffin in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Colene is survived by her daughter Aleta Griffin, husband Jim Griffin and sons Shawn and Scott and her son Jimmy White, wife Debbie White and daughter Stephanie Stevens, husband Joey Stevens and family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, sister Aline Thompson and husband James I. White.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 20th, 2020 at Short Funeral Home, 527 N Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Interment will be in Highland Memorial Cemetery.
Visitation is noon to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 20th, 2020.
Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com
Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve the White family.
Danny L. Humphreys, 71, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Friday, December 11, 2020 at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, Indiana. He was born on October 14, 1949 in Princeton, Indiana, the son of Willis and Eva (Krug) Humphreys. He married Velva “Jean” Sutton on January 29, 1972 and together they have enjoyed forty-eight years of marriage.
Danny had been employed at Snap-On Tools Corporation for thirty-one years. He started working at Wabash General Hospital as an EMT when it was a volunteer program, and remained there for thirty-one years. He dearly loved his work as an EMT and cherished the friendships of his co-workers. Danny was a valued and respected member of the EMT team and loved by the whole Wabash General Hospital family of employees. In his younger years, Danny enjoyed net fishing with his friends. He had a three-wheeled bicycle that he enjoyed riding around town. During the last few years, Danny enjoyed browsing and shopping at antique shops and flea markets. Danny loved his family dearly and they cherished his love and guidance. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Danny leaves behind his loving wife, Jean; daughter, Melissa (Juston) Wheeler; sons, Jason (Cathy) Humphreys, Danny (Tammy) Humphreys, David (Miranda) Humphreys; grandchildren, Connor Humphreys, Sammie Humphreys, Jacaelah Wheeler, Caelyx Wheeler, Alyssa Humphreys, Ashley (Cainan) Whaley, Casey (Matthew) Warren; one great-grandchild; mother-in-law, Vereal Sutton; nephew, Mack Humphreys, niece, Heather (Stephen) Hall.
Danny was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Harold Mack Humphreys; father-in-law, William R. Sutton; and his beloved dog, Cosmo.
Graveside services will be held at 12:00 p.m., Friday, December 18, 2020 at Highland Memorial Cemetery with Pastor Greg Winemiller officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made in Danny’s memory to the charity of your choice and will be accepted at the Graveside Service 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 Danny’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Humphreys family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com
Betty Ruth Riley Mair, 94, passed peacefully in her sleep on Friday, December 11, 2020, at Wabash General Hospital. She was the youngest of eight children born to Mary Ann (Hatfield) and Charles W. Riley in Owensville, Indiana, on January 22, 1926.
After graduating from Owensville High School in 1944, Betty attended Central Beauty College in Indianapolis, Indiana. Upon completion of college, she was employed by Marinella Beauty Shop in Princeton along with her sister Lorraine.
Upon return from the Navy, Bob Mair lived in Princeton. He spied his future wife sitting at the corner of a local restaurant. They were married six months later December 31, 1946. In 1949 they moved to Mt. Carmel, Illinois, where they settled and were active in the community and their church, Trinity United Methodist. As a 67 year member of Trinity, Betty kept very busy. She taught Sunday School, helped with Bible School, and provided food for the many meals served at the church. Betty decorated a table for their yearly church-wide birthday celebration. She held many church offices and attended Annual Conference for three years. As a member of the Deborah Circle for many years, she enjoyed the monthly meetings at other member’s homes, devotions, visiting, and of course, dessert.
Betty was a homemaker and active in her children’s school activities. She enjoyed planting flowers around their home. She also liked doing crafts. She and her sisters, Pauline and Lorraine, had many craft projects as well as sharing ideas and making more crafts. In addition, she knitted many afghans for her home and some to give to others. She was a very good seamstress. Betty made nice dresses and outfits for her daughter, Roberta.
Betty was a member of the Wabash General Hospital Women’s Auxiliary. She held the office of Treasurer for four years. Throughout that time, the old hospital was torn down and the new building was under construction.
The group oversaw getting donations and raising money for room furniture through the gift shop and for additional hospital purchases.
After their retirement, Betty and Bob spent sixteen winters in Florida. Betty was an avid card player, even enjoying pinochle into 2019.
During their 70 years of marriage Bob and Betty had a daughter Roberta Kay Talley and a son Scott Craig Mair (Jan Reiva). They also had a very special son-in-law, John Talley. They were blessed with four grandchildren, Brian (Jamie) Talley, Brent Talley, Adam (Ashley) Mair and Tyler Mair (Rachel Gibson). Even more blessing came with the births of their great-grandchildren Sam Talley, Will Talley, Clare Talley, Adam Mair, Jr. and Asa Mair.
Betty is survived by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brother-in-law, Chuck (Joyce) Mair and many special nieces, great-nieces, great-great-nieces, nephews, great-nephews and great-great-nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brothers, and sisters, including their spouses.
There will be a graveside service Saturday, December 19, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. at Highland Memorial Cemetery, 1827 College Drive, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Please wear masks and practice social distancing.
Memorials may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church or Wabash General Hospital Women’s Auxiliary. Envelopes are available at Short Funeral Home or can be mailed to the funeral home at P.O. Box 397, Mt. Carmel, Illinois 62863.
The family hopes to have a celebration gathering out of care respect for her life, when Covide-19 is not an issue, so family and friends may visit, eat, and share memories.
Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com
Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve the Mair family.
Barbara Pingleton, 84, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Monday, December 14, 2020 at Wabash General Hospital. She was born on February 19, 1936, the daughter of Forrest and Eleanor (Sullivan) Litherland. She was married to James L. Pingleton who preceded her in death.
Barbara was a devoted homemaker. At different times in her life she had lived in Crossville, Illinois, then Mount Carmel, Illinois, which she chose as her final home. Barbara was a member of the First Baptist Church in Mount Carmel. While living in Crossville, she was a member of the Missionary Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School. Her love for children was enhanced by her experiences as a Sunday School teacher. She also loved spending time with her grandchildren. Through all of the challenges in her life, Barbara always had a positive attitude and praised the Lord. The staff and residents at Oakview Nursing Home where Barbara resided felt blessed by her presence. Barbara will be dearly missed by those who loved her.
Barbara leaves behind one daughter, Jennifer Inglis and husband, Brent; grandchildren, Tabitha Spencer, Amber Gore and husband, Tim; great-grandchildren, Kennedy Frederick, Jackson Gore; special friend of twenty-five years, Ray Stewart.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents and husband.
Private Graveside Services will be held and Barbara will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband at Stokes Cemetery in Crossville, Illinois.
Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements.
To view Barbara’s tribute wall, and leave condolences for the Pingleton family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com
