LaVerne J. Sherman, 75

LaVerne J. Sherman, 75, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at her daughter’s residence in Bridgeport, Illinois surrounded by the love of her family.  She was born on December 29, 1945 in Burnt Prairie, IL, the daughter of Vernice and Norma Jean (Huddleston) Kuykendall.  LaVerne married Raleigh Eugene Sherman on November 2, 1967 and he preceded her in death on September 12, 2006.

LaVerne faced each day with a big smile on her face.  She was a proud mother and grandmother.  She always looked forward to visits with her family and her grandchildren held a special place in her heart.  When able, LaVerne loved to volunteer her time helping others in need and spent several years volunteering as a hospice caretaker.  Among her hobbies, she enjoyed crocheting gifts for her family.  LaVerne had many great friends who she enjoyed visiting with.  She was a member of Barneys Prairie Church and throughout her life she stayed strong in her faith.  LaVerne will be missed by her family and all who knew her.

LaVerne will be remembered by her children, Kerri (Chris) Higgins of Bridgeport, IL, Kelly Moody of Land O’ Lakes, FL, Kristi (Danny) Johnson of Clarksville, TN and Raleigh (Robin) Sherman, Jr. of Evansville, IN; grandchildren, Donovan Higgins and Damian Higgins both of Olney, IL, Shane (Danielle) Pride of Godfrey, IL, Lacey (Cory) Heineman of Land O’ Lakes, FL, Cory (Stephanie) Johnson, Jessica (Tyler) Wilson, Zachariah (Kacey) Johnson and Gunner Johnson all of Clarksville, TN; step grandchildren, Quintin (Jessica) Keller and Donald Keller both of Jasonville, IN; great grandchildren, Layla Heineman, Iris Heineman, Rosie Heineman and Eliza Wilson; step great grandchildren, Cassondra, Gavin, Kyli, Kaitlin, Brayden and Logan; siblings, Freda Barnes of Atlanta, Ga, Jean (Jim) Michels of Carmi, IL, Stella Williams of Taylorville, IL, Wilma Richards of West Virgina, James Kuykendall of Carmi, IL, Lloyd Kuykendall of Alabama and Tracy Rush of Carmi, IL.

LaVerne was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Raleigh; and brother-in-law, Rodney Williams.

Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Friday, February 19, 2021, in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.  Social distancing practices will be in place and facial coverings will be required. 

A Private Family Funeral Service will be held at Keepes Funeral Home with Pastor Brenda Culver officiating.  Burial will take place at Allendale Cemetery where LaVerne will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband, Raleigh. 

Memorial contributions may be made in LaVerne’s memory to Wabash Rally Against Cancer or to Residential Hospice.  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 LaVerne’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Sherman family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com.

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Mary Susan “Mollie” Wood, 59

Mary Susan “Mollie” Wood, 59, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, February 3, 2021, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Evansville, Indiana, surrounded by the love of her family.

Mollie was born March 31, 1961, in Mt. Carmel, Illinois, the daughter of John David and Mary Susan Wood.  She graduated high school and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Middle Eastern History from the University of Georgia.  Mollie was a member of Barney’s Prairie Christian Church, serving as a Deacon.  She was a member of Mt. Carmel Chapter NSDAR. She worked as a legal secretary for various law firms and was a high school history teacher for a number of years.  Mollie’s greatest love was for her family and eleven nieces and nephews.   

Nothing was more important to Mollie than her faith in God.  When some people use the word faith, they mean believing that Jesus did the miraculous things he did and said.  For Mollie, however, faith went deeper than merely believing that something happened.  For her, faith was a matter of trusting in God, of committing her life to God, and of allowing God to guide her path and show her the way to treat others and the world.

Mollie read a lot about the historical elements of Christianity, and she could—and did—debate theology with the best of them.  Her Christian faith was what led her to teaching high school students, a passion that resulted in her obtaining her bachelor’s degree in middle eastern history and a career teaching history and social studies.  Mollie’s belief that Jesus’ love was meant to be spread to all manifested itself in real, tangible ways.  She tried to impart Christian values to her students.  She served in our church, often presenting “specials” that were mini sermons.

 She also used that faith as a support in the dark times in her life.  When her diagnosis was made, it could not have been bleaker.  However, the writings of the Apostle Paul in 2 Corinthians 5:1 gave her comfort, “For we know that if the earthly tent which is our house is torn down, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens.”

We reflect on these words now that we are faced with a world without Mollie, without her warmth, and without her fierce intelligence, and without her persistence in finding the truth alongside hope.  Her house is now made from the love she forged with her Creator, it will last eternally, it is built of her shining and unshakable faith.

Mollie also loved her family.  When Susie, her mother, was a single mother working three jobs to support her children, Mollie became the de facto “mom” for her younger siblings.  Later in life, she became a “yo-yo” child – going off for a period away from family to pursue a dream or an ambition only to return to family, especially (I believe) to be near to her mother.  In her final days, that is where Mollie needed to be – near her mother and so it was.

Left to cherish Mollie’s memory are her parents, Susie Wood and Gerald Brooks; siblings David Wood of Lorton, Virginia, James Wood of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, Rachel Galatas of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, Thomas Wood of Brunswick, Georgia, Erik Wood of Mt. Juliet, Tennessee and Amanda Frenier of Zanesville, Ohio; and eleven nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father John David Wood.

There was a private family service celebrating Mollie’s life, Saturday, February 6, 2021.

Memorials may be made to Barney’s Prairie Christian Church.    

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

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

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Dixie L. Gourley, 78

Dixie L. Gourley, 78, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Saturday, February 6, 2021 at Oakview Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born on June 26, 1942 in Princeton, Indiana, the daughter of Leonard and Kathryn (Miller) Ellis.

Dixie made her home in Mount Carmel in 1976. She worked at the American Legion as a bartender for thirty-two years. Dixie enjoyed good music and loved to dance. She was a die-hard Elvis fan and had a good sense of humor. She loved to cook for her family but her favorite thing was spending time with them, especially at the holidays. Dixie made many friends throughout the years and she will be dearly missed all who knew her.

Dixie will be fondly remembered by her son, Gregory K. Anthis of Washington State; daughter, Jackie L. Gourley of Mount. Carmel; thirteen grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; nephew, Brian K. Ellis; niece, Leanne (Russell) Lewis; one aunt, Ruth Morrison; several cousins and many friends.

Dixie was preceded in death by her parents; son, Mike Gourley; daughter Teresa Anthis and infant daughter, Kimberly Anthis.

A private family Graveside Service will be held at Oak Hill Cemetery in Patoka, Indiana.

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

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Kima Elizabeth Minter, 82

Kima Elizabeth Minter, 82, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Saturday, February 6, 2021 at Johnson Memorial Hospital in Franklin, Indiana. She was born on January 16, 1939 in Mount Carmel, the daughter of Jack and Dora (Brewer) Ewing. She married Jack Minter and he preceded her in death on April 23, 2013.

Kima enjoyed being a homemaker. She developed a love for gardening at a young age and was proud of her beautiful flower beds each season. Kima was talented at creating dried floral arrangements to decorate her home. She enjoyed cooking for her family and had a love for animals. She enjoyed traveling and always said San Francisco was her favorite place to visit. Kima loved her family and will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Kima leaves behind her children; Scott Minter of Mount Carmel, Tim Minter and wife Marinia of Evansville, IN, Kristi Snyder and husband Tom of Whiteland, IN, Kendra Deputy and fiancé Troy Cropper of Mount Carmel; granddaughter, Katy Spencer; and great granddaughter, Nevaeh Cooper.

Kima was preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Jack Minter.

A private family service will be held at Highland Memorial Cemetery where Kima will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband.

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

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Robert P. Fournier, 86

Robert P. Fournier, 86, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, formerly of Ojai, California, passed away Saturday, February 6, 2021 at Wabash General Hospital.

He was born January 25, 1935 in Fall River, Massachusetts, the only child of Peter and Lucy (Talbot) Fournier. He graduated high school, went to one year of college where he studied journalism and played baseball for a Red Sox farm team, then went straight into the U.S. Navy.

He served four years, April 20, 1954 to April 14, 1958. During his Navy years, Robert was a boxer and manned the gunner on his ship. He enjoyed traveling all over the world.

Robert married Peggy June Carlton on June 22, 1968, and she survives. They have three children; Sherrice (John) Weeces of Ojai, CA, Molly (Nick) Krill Schlesinger of Oxnard, CA, Rob (Jennifer) Fournier of Mt. Carmel; two grandchildren Nikolai Schlesinger and Zoe Krill; seven step-grandchildren and six step-great grandchildren.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents and Aunt Edith Talbot.

He worked as a manufacturing foreman for Arcturus Manufacturing Corporation in Oxnard, CA. The company made parts for the military, Boeing, Lockhead Martin, and NASA. He received the Silver Snoopy Award from NASA for his work. He retired after working forty years.

Robert was the sweetest, gentlest man with a silly sense of humor and a deep and abiding love for his wife and children.

Per his wishes, he will be cremated. There is no service planned at this time.

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

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HELEN JUNE KNAPP, 89

On February 5, 2021, while at home, I passed through the gates where my heavenly Father was there to greet me.

I was welcomed into this world 89 years ago on June 17, 1931, by my parents, Earl & Ella (McCormack) Belt.

I had 6 amazing siblings. LeRoy “Bud” Belt, Mary (Belt) Sullivan, Robert “Bob” Belt, William “Bill” Belt, Elsie (Belt) Coleman, and a baby brother. All which are now deceased.

On September 23, 1950, I married the love of my life, Billy J. Knapp. After 50 years of marriage, he passed away on April 18, 2001.

We had 4 children. My children are Earl (Anita) Knapp, Susan (Rudy Calvin) Harper, Gene (Cathy) Knapp and Dennis (Gwynna) Knapp. All from Mt. Carmel. Sadly, Gene and Dennis passed before me.

Being blessed with 10 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. My grandchildren are Wayne (Andrea) Harper, Billie (Scott) Mayberry, Sherri Knapp, Jeremiah Knapp, John (Julie) Harper, Nick (Nadia) Knapp, Brian (Michael) Knapp, Ashley (Jeff) Thombleson, Amanda (John) Cox, Tina Knapp. Sherri and Tina Knapp were taken away from us way too early in life.

During my short time living, I had many jobs. Being a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother was by far my favorite. I worked at the hospital (Wabash General Hospital) for many years and loved what I did. While working there, I gained many friends. I even gained one which I would call my sister, Vereal Sutton. We had lots of good times together.

 My parents, siblings, husband, 2 children and 2 grandchildren preceded me in death.

 On Tuesday, February 9, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. there will be a visitation for family and friends, enter the building through the garage. My funeral service will be at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry St. Mt Carmel, IL 62863. My body will be buried in Highland Memorial Cemetery next to my husband.

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

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

 

 

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Rose Marie (Kieffer) Lewis, 64,

Rose Marie (Kieffer) Lewis, 64, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Thursday, February 4, 2021 at Citrus Memorial Hospital in Inverness, Florida, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on March 17, 1956 in Mount Carmel, the seventh of eight children born to Eugene C. and Viola (Peter) Kieffer. Rose met the love of her life, Gary Lewis, and the two of them secretly married in Henderson Kentucky on August 29, 1995. For more than twenty-five years, they have loved and cherished not only each other, but also their beautiful blended family.

At a very young age, Rose affectionately became known as “Rosie” to her family and childhood friends. She attended St. Mary’s Catholic School, was a member of the 1974 graduating class of Mount Carmel High School and a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Rose was employed many years at First Bank from which she retired April 30, 2013. Everyone who knew Rose loved her. She always had a hug and a smile to share and also a way of letting everyone know she truly cared about them. Rose liked to have fun and her contagious laugh will never be forgotten. In recent years, she and Gary spent the winter months at their home in Florida, enjoying outdoor activities, sightseeing and visiting with friends and family. Spending time with her children and grandchildren

was her greatest treasure of all. She will be dearly missed by everyone who knew her.

Rose leaves behind her loving husband, Gary; children, Gabriel Williams and wife Kristin, Jonathon Williams and wife Brandi, Tracie Arthur, and Gary Lewis, Jr.; grandchildren, Julian Williams, Blake Williams, Alexander Williams, Taylor Williams, Tristan Williams, Tatum Leader, Alexis Fenhaus, Bentley Williams, Harleigh Williams, Hunter Lewis, Halie Deputy and Tyler Deputy; siblings, Donald Kieffer, James Kieffer and wife Marilyn, Charles Kieffer and wife Mary Ruth, Daniel Kieffer and wife Kathy, Linda Keepes and husband Phil, Jeanne Condol and husband Willy; sisters-in-law, Sandra Lewis, Sherry Schmidt and husband Robert, and Patty Ewing; brother in law, Larry Lewis; many loved nieces, nephews and cousins.

Rose was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Patricia Kieffer; father and mother-in-law, Willard Russell and Helen Lewis; sister-in-law, Carol Kieffer; and brother-in-law, Willard Lewis.

To honor Rose’s wishes and considering the current pandemic situation, no formal services will be held at this time. When safe to gather together, a Celebration to honor Rose’s life will be held with entombment to follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery in Mount Carmel, Illinois.

Memorial contributions may be made in Rose’s memory to Saint Mary’s Catholic School. Contributions may be mailed in care of Keepes Funeral Home, 1500 North Cherry Street, Mount Carmel, IL 62863.

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

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Donald Max Schuler, 86

Donald Max Schuler, 86, of Mt. Carmel, passed away Wednesday, February 3, 2021, at his residence surrounded by the love of his family.

He was born November 26, 1934, in Friendsville, Illinois, the son of Glenn and Wanda (Guisewite) Schuler.  Don graduated from Mt. Carmel High School and received a Bachelor of Science degree from Eastern Illinois University.  He also served in the Army Reserves.  On October 25, 1958, Don married Maralyn Rae Tice at the Keensburg Christian Church.

Don was a member of Parkview Christian Church and the Illinois Oil and Gas Association.  He was owner of Tri-Kote Inc. and Miller Testing Service for 55 years.  In his younger years Don was an avid hunter.  He enjoyed playing cards and being outdoors—especially mowing grass!  After retirement, he and Maralyn spent winters in Florida.  Don especially loved being with his grandchildren. 

Left to cherish Don’s memory are his wife of 62 years, Maralyn; children Lori (Ed) Phillips, Tim (Sonya) Schuler, and Sara Hargrave all of Mt. Carmel; grandchildren Clint Phillips, Shelby Kennard, Colton Schuler and Chase Schuler.

Don was preceded in death by his parents and son-in-law Rich Hargrave.

Family and friends are invited to a visitation Saturday, February 6, 2021, from 11:00 until 12:00 noon at Short-Cunningham Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois.  COVID-19 guidelines will be in place.  There will be a private family service and burial.

Memorials may be made to the MCHS Band or Parkview Christian Church.  Envelopes will be available at the funeral home or may be mailed to the funeral home at 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 Schuler family.

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Steven Roy “Steve” McCabe, 69

Steven Roy “Steve” McCabe, 69, of Keensburg, IL, passed away on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at Ferrell Hospital in Eldorado, IL. He had been a resident of Wabash Christian Village in Carmi, Illinois for the past eight years. Steve was born on January 30, 1952 in St. Louis, Missouri, the son of Roy Lane and Marian Lorraine (Queen) McCabe. 

After moving to Quincy, Illinois with his family, he went on to graduate from Quincy Senior High School and continued his education to earn his Bachelors degree in History from Quincy College.  After moving to and living in Arizona for many years, he moved to the Southern Illinois area.  He was an avid sports fan and rooted for the St. Louis Cardinals, the Phoenix Suns, and the Arizona Cardinals.  He loved music and followed many groups, his favorite’s being the Beatles, Eric Clapton, CCR and Jimi Hendrix.  Steve also loved to travel to San Diego and Las Vegas with his family and friends and had many good times doing so. 

Steve worked for years in retail management and showed the same hard working and persevering attitude that he did throughout the entirety of his life.  Steve had an incredible sense of humor and was an example to all who knew him teaching everyone he met to focus on the positive things in life.

Steve loved to collect sports and western memorabilia.  He especially liked Roy Rogers and the Lone Ranger and enjoyed watching classic movies, Gold Rush, Yellowstone, The Walking Dead and The Curse of Oak Island.  Steve enjoyed talking and spending time with his family and dearly loved his dogs, Andy, Charlie and the family dog, Scarlett.  If the family could imagine him and his last words, it would be, “Happy Trails ~ God Bless ~ Love Ya Guys”.

Steve will be remembered by his two sisters, Elizabeth “Libby” (Larry “Chris”) Cross and Marian “Mimi” (Jim) Tysseling; two nieces, Jessica “Lori” (Michael) Bertolozzi and Julia Lynn (Jerry) Wheeler; one nephew, Jason “Larry” Cross; one great nephew, Jacob “Jake” (Lauren) Cross; one great niece, Jennifer (Zach Neikirk) Wheeler; one great great niece, River Elizabeth Cross; close friends and family; many nurses, caregivers and friends at Wabash Christian Village in Carmi, IL.

Steve was preceded in death by his parents; grandmother, Jessie (Williams) Queen; and his uncle, Berlin O. Queen.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the residents and staff for their compassionate care shown to Steve during his stay there.

A family Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made in Steve’s memory to Wabash County Animal Shelter Buddies, the Muscular Dystrophy Association or to the AKC Canine Health Foundation.  Memorial Contributions 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 Steve’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the McCabe family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com.

 

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Patricia L. Brock, 81

Patricia L. Brock, 81, of Carmi, Illinois (formerly of Albion) passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2021, at Wabash Christian Village in Carmi surrounded by the love of her family.

Pat was born July 22, 1939, the only child of Frank and Janelle (Durham) Porterfield in Madisonville, Kentucky. She graduated from high school and then college with a degree as a register nurse. On July 7, 1956, Pat married Alvin “Bud” Lee Brock and they enjoyed 60 years of marriage until his death in 2017.

Left to cherish her memory is her children, Andrew and his wife Teresa Brock, James and his wife Myra Brock, and John and his wife Hillari Brock; grandchildren, Whitney Lynn Brock, Cheyenne D. Brock, Ashton E. Brock, Jordon Brock, Boe Cantrell and Dexter Cantrell; greatgrandchildren, Rylan, Mattingly, Hayley, Kyle, Chloe and Logan.

Pat was preceded in death by her parents and husband.

Graveside Service and Burial will be at a later date.

Memorials may be mailed to Albion Library, 6 N 4th St, Albion, IL 62806 or Short Funeral Home, P.O. Box 397 Mt. Carmel, IL 62863.

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

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Lillie Pearl Parr, 88

Lillie Pearl Parr, 88, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Sunday, January 31, 2021, at Oakview Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation.

She was born May 13, 1932, in Union County, Kentucky, the daughter of Leonard and Mary “Mollie” (Yates) Odom.  Pearl graduated high school.  She was married to Clarence “Buck” Parr for 33 years.

Pearl worked as an inspector for Potter and Brumfield for 42 years. She was a lifetime member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary. Pearl enjoyed indoor and outdoor flower gardening and taking rides with her Godson, Gene, especially down river road.  She was a special mother, aunt and friend.

Left to cherish Pearl’s memory are her Godson Gene (Lisa) Brewer, nieces May (Kenny) Brown and Velda, nephew Raymond Odom; several other nieces and nephews; and special friend Peggy Wright.

Pearl was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son Lenard “Lenny” Parr; siblings George Henry, Paul Raz, James Houston, Quentin Roosevelt, Walter Robert, Herman Parker, Joseph Leonard and Flora Lee; special friends Steve Earley, and, Jack who was like a son to her.

A graveside service for friends and family will be held Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at South Bethel Cemetery in Bellmont, Illinois.  Social distancing practices will be in place including masks.     

Memorials may be made to the VFW Ladies Auxiliary.  Envelopes will be available at Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

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

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Barbara Joan Hagerty, 89

Barbara Joan Hagerty, 89, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Sunday, January 31, 2021, at Oakview Heights surrounded by the love of her family.

She was born October 7, 1931, in Vincennes, Indiana, the daughter of Roy Bernard and Mary Eleanor (Jones) Potts.  Barbara was a graduate of Mt. Carmel High School.  On July 19, 1951, she married John Robert Hagerty at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mt. Carmel, Illinois.  They enjoyed 55 years of marriage until his death in 2006.

Barbara was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and was indeed a lady of the Lord.  She worked 38 years as a clerical worker at Snap-On Tools and Mt. Carmel Public Utility.  Barbara helped anyone that was in need.  She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Left to cherish Barbara’s memory is her son Patrick; daughter-in-law Julie Hagerty; and grandchildren Megan, Molly, Andrew and Annie.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and sons Timothy Joseph and Robert Michael Hagerty.

Friends and relatives are invited to a visitation on Friday, February 5, 2021, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 125 W. 5th Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois, from 10:00 until 11:00 a.m. A Funeral Mass will begin at 11:00 a.m.  Burial will be in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.  COVID-19 guidelines will be followed, and masks are recommended.

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

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

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

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Laura Alice Shine, 64

Laura Alice Shine, 64, of Evansville, Indiana, (formerly of Mt. Carmel) passed away Monday, February 1, 2021, at Wabash General Hospital.

She was born April 4, 1956, in Mt. Carmel, Illinois, the daughter of Edward Mack and Mary (Walker) Shine.  Laura graduated from Mt. Carmel High School in the class of 1974.  She went on to college and received an associate degree in nursing, LPN.

Laura was born and raised in Mt. Carmel but lived most of her adult life in Evansville.  She was a retired nursing LPN.  Laura loved animals and spending time with her family and friends. 

Left to cherish her memory are a sister-in-law Melinda Shine; half brother Daniel Shine; and several nieces and nephews.

Laura was preceded in death by her parents and brother Mike.

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

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

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Meier Lee Seibert, 90

Meier Lee Seibert, 90, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Sunday, January 31, 2021, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, Indiana, surrounded by the love of his family.

He was born August 29, 1930, the eighth child of Samuel N. and Anna (Meier) Seibert in Mt. Carmel, Illinois.  He worked for Kieffer Brothers as an accountant/bookkeeper for many years.  On August 30, 1982, Meier married Eloise Cruse in Mt. Carmel.  Eloise and Meier cherished 38 years of marriage.

Meier enjoyed playing and watching golf, bowling and playing “The Dumb Game” at cards.  He and Eloise cruised to Alaska and Hawaii and did extensive traveling in his earlier years.  Meier’s greatest love was being with Eloise and their families.  The grandchildren referred to Meier as “Papaw” and “Pop.”

Left to cherish Meier’s memory are his wife of 38 years, Eloise; children, John (Kim) Seibert of Spring Hill, Tennessee, Loretta Talley of Sanford, Florida, Dan Seibert of West Salem, Illinois, Jane (Chris) Price of Phoenix City, Alabama, Tom Seibert of Winter Park, Florida, Beth Seibert of Sanford, Florida, Bonnie Glover of Jacksonville, Illinois and Karen (Rian) Waterbury of Mt. Carmel, Illinois; seventeen grandchildren; twenty-two greatgrandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Meier was preceded in death by his parents; siblings Mary Harrell, Mildred Swope, Mabel Hollis, Sam Jr., Arna, Harry and Gilbert “Pete” Seibert.

Family and friends are invited to a visitation on Friday, February 5, 2021, from 12:00 noon until 1:00 p.m. in the chapel of Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois.  COVID-19 practices will be in force.  There will be a private family burial at Highland Memorial Cemetery.   

Memorials may be made to the Wabash County Shelter Buddies, 11336 N. 1500 Blvd., Mt. Carmel, Illinois 62863 or can be made at Short Funeral Home.

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

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Betty Jane Meier, 88

Betty Jane Meier, 88, of Princeton, Indiana, formerly of Mt. Carmel, Illinois passed away Friday, January 29, 2021 at River Oaks Health Center in Princeton, Indiana.

Betty was born July 6, 1932 in Orio, Illinois, the daughter of Ray and Doris (Litherland) Gher. She married Joseph “Joe” Meier on October 30, 1949 in Mt. Carmel. He preceded her in death May 14, 2011.

She was a member of DaySpring Community Church in Owensville, IN. She worked for over 20 years as a Registered Nurse at Wabash General Hospital.

Those remaining to share in her memory include four children, Dana (Barbara) Meier of Fairland IN, Joe Ray (Cathy) Meier of Princeton IN, Danny Mark (Donna) Meier of Allendale IL, Lisa Meier (special friend Kenneth Osman of Mt. Carmel IL; eleven grandchildren, Vicki Stephens, Andrew Meier, Gretchen Moody, Marshall Keneipp, Michael Keneipp, Stephanie Keneipp, Clint Meier, Sarah Hawes, Brandon Meier, Andrea Meier, Danielle Meier; twenty-seven great grandchildren and two on the way.

Betty loved her family, her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was devoted in her faith, loved nature. Each year she looked forward to the Orio Chowder where she could visit with family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Joe, of 61 years; son Greg Meier and brother Danny Gher.

There will be a Graveside Service for Betty on Monday, February 1, 2021 at 1:00p.m. at Wabash Presbyterian Cemetery, Orio Illinois. Social distancing practices will be in place. Casual dress and wearing of masks is encouraged by the family.

Memorials for her can be made to Wabash Presbyterian Church Chowder Fund. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home and the service.

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

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

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Hubert “Herb” Harris, 86

Hubert “Herb” Harris, 86, of Fairfield, died at 10:30pm on Monday, January 25, 2021, at the Linda E. White Hospice House in Evansville, IN. Herb had worked in the insurance business for 62 years and had been the owner of Harris Insurance Agency in Fairfield, from 1984 until his retirement in 2019.  He was a member of the Fairfield First Baptist Church.

Herb was born on October 1, 1934, in Oilton, OK, to Leo and Opal (Wardlow) Harris. On December 12, 1953, he married Shirley (Fulkerson) Harris, who preceded him in death on December 6, 2020.

Survivors include one son Mike (Sharon) Harris of Mt. Carmel, IL, one daughter Teresa (Jeff) Angle of Fairfield, four grandchildren Jordan Angle, Laura (Steven Thomas) Harris, Lindsey (Brian) Kingery, and Kristen (James) Sullivan, five great grandchildren Braden Kingery, Parker Kingery, Kinley Harris, Beckham Harris, and Everett Sullivan, one sister Sondra (Bruce) Currie of McLeansboro, IL, one sister-in-law Ruth Foister of Carmi, IL, along with several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Shirley, and one brother Harold Harris.

Graveside services for the family and close friends of Herb Harris will be at 2pm on Friday, January 29th at Maple Hill Cemetery in Fairfield. Everyone is asked to follow state guidelines on wearing masks and social distancing. Memorial donations can be made to the Wayne County Humane Society and will be accepted at the graveside or at the Johnson and Vaughn Funeral Home, which is in charge of arrangements. Condolences can be made to the family at www.facebook.com/johnsonvaughnfuneralhome.  

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Helen Irene Kieffer, 98,

Helen Irene Kieffer, 98, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at Wabash General Hospital.  She was born on September 22, 1922 in Lawrenceville, Illinois, the daughter of Rufine and Mary (Forwe) Smith.  She married Richard Owen Kieffer on February 14, 1953 and he preceded her in death.   

As a young girl, during WWII, Helen worked at the Chrysler factory.  She then was a telephone operator with GTE in Mount Carmel before moving onto the Thordarson Meissner factory.  Helen also was a devoted farm wife and mother of three who enjoyed gardening, tending to the rose bushes and her beautiful African violets.  Helen was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.  She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and will be dearly missed by her family and friends.

Helen leaves behind her sons, Richard David Kieffer and wife Connie, Dennis Kieffer and wife Cyndie; daughter, Dorothy Jean Woodsmall; five grandchildren, Nathan, Mathew, Jennifer, Jacquelyn and Eva; three great-grandchildren, Cale, Jacob and Emily; sisters, Agnes Nedeff, Marjory Weber; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Helen was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Richard Kieffer; and brother, George Smith.

Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Saturday, January 23, 2021 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church.  Social distancing practices will be in place.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:00 p.m., Saturday, January 23, 2021 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Father Robert Zwilling officiating.  Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery where Helen will be laid to rest beside her beloved husband.

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

Envelopes will be available at the Church or can be mailed in care of Keepes Funeral Home, 1500 North Cherry Street, Mount Carmel, IL 62863.

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

 

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Linda Sue Wirth, 79

Linda Sue Wirth, 79, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at home surrounded by her loving family.  She was born on March 11,1941, in Mount Carmel, the daughter of Lenus and Jessie (Dill) Tatro.  In 1964 she married Paul Wirth and together they have enjoyed fifty-six years of marriage.

Linda spent her life as a homemaker.  She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.  She loved her family dearly and they treasured her also.  She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Linda leaves behind her beloved husband, Paul; son Fred Pearson; granddaughter, Rachel Pearson and boyfriend Justin Younker; grandson Jacob Wirth and girlfriend Kassie; great-granddaughter Brooklyn Wirth; sister, Judy Banks and husband David; many loved nieces, nephews and cousins.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents; son, Paul “Worm” Wirth Jr.

 The family will gather for a Private Graveside Service at Highland Memorial Cemetery.

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

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Frank E. Smith, 74

Frank E. Smith, 74, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Monday, January 18, 2021 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, Indiana, surrounded by the love of his family.  He was born on December 20, 1946 in Princeton, Indiana, the son of Lawrence and Alma (Berberich) Smith.  He married Pam Holcomb on June 6, 1981 and she survives. 

Frank greatly enjoyed the outdoors.  In his spare time, he loved fox hunting and was a member of the Osmon Fox Hunters Association.  In his younger days he also enjoyed spending time fishing.  He worked as a carpenter in the construction industry and was a member of the Carpenters Local # 546.  Frank was also a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles the Knights of Columbus and St. Mary’s Catholic Church.  He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grand-father who will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

Frank leaves behind his beloved wife of thirty-nine years, Pam; sons, Brian (Ashley Tennes) Smith, Chad (Hannah) Smith; daughters, Jacqueline “Jackie” (David) Seaton, Tracy Smith; eleven grandchildren, Courtney (Seante) Loving Packer, Lance ( Amber) Seaton, Logan (Emily) Seaton, Lauren Smith, Laney Smith, Nicholas Smith, Lawrence Smith, Alma Smith, Jacob Smith, Kyleigh Smith and Kayden Smith; eight great-grandchildren; brother, Leo (Margie) Smith; sister, Diane Bradley; many loved nieces, nephews; special hunting buddies, Kyle Thompson and Robert Smith.

Frank was preceded in death by his parents; mother and father-in-law, Ronald and Lois Holcomb; brother-in-law, Rocky Bradley.

The family and their closest friends will gather for a Visitation and Funeral Service in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.  Following the service, Frank will be laid to rest at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.

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

 

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Donald Lee Chauncey Price, 90

Donald Lee Chauncey Price, 90, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Saturday, January 16, 2021 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, Indiana, surrounded by the love of his family.  He was born on November 29, 1930 in Napa, Napa County California, the son of Oscar Wilson Price and Emma Madeline (Butler) Price.  He married Jean Winingear in Mount Carmel and she survives. 

In his youth, Don attended schools in California until he joined the United States Army in 1946 where he faithfully served his country for five years.  Don served during the Occupation of Japan, was a member of the 11th Airborne Division and the 511th Parachute Infantry Regiment.  He ended his service in 1951 as a 2nd Echelon Mechanic.

Don had a fifty-three-year career serving many positions in the City of Mount Carmel and Wabash County municipalities.  He began as a Patrolman in 1955 for the Mount Carmel Police Department, serving for ten years and then was promoted to Chief of Police.  In 1975 Don took the position of City-County Detective before moving on to City Inspector in 1981 and then retiring in 2008.  Fifteen of those years, Don also served as a Wabash County Deputy Sheriff.

In his spare time, Don enjoyed being a part-time Instructor in the Illinois Community College district 329.  He was a certified SCUBA diver, an Amateur Baseball Umpire and a High School Football Official.  He liked to play golf, archery and bow-hunting, shooting and woodworking.  He was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #4276 and the American Legion, Wabash Post #423.  Don was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.  He was a Born-Again Christian and attended Community Church of God.  He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

Don leaves behind his loving wife, Jean; children, Tina Kay (Bill) Winternheimer, Donald L. Price Jr., Tani Dru (Gary) Bemont, David D. Price; grandchildren, Jennifer (Mark) Greathouse, Julie Dial, Bret Winternheimer, Brittany Winternheimer, Jerrica (John) Riyazi, Olivia Bemont; great-grandchildren, Alexis and Devon Hardy, River Greathouse and Isabella Price.

Don was preceded in death by his parents; and grandson, Jacob Price.

A private family Visitation and Funeral will be held Wednesday, January 20, 2021 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.  Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery with Full Military Honors. 

Memorial contributions may be made in Don’s memory to Community Church of God and can be mailed in care of 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, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Price family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

 

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