Terry Edmondson, 72

Terry Edmondson, 72, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at home with her family by her side.  She was born on November 25, 1950, in Fairfield, Illinois, the daughter of Edolyn (Gash) Elliott and Jack Elliott.

Terry was proud to have attained an Associates Degree and was employed in health care as a Direct Support Specialist.  She was a hard worker and took the role of caretaker to heart.  In her spare time, she enjoyed sewing. Terry had a love for animals, especially her dog Marco.  Spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her great joy.  Terry will be dearly missed by her family and friends.

Terry leaves behind three daughters, Kristel Lopez, Karabeth Edmondson, and Angie Tate; grandchildren, Sierra Daniels, Krystina Bredemeier, Malachai Lloyd, Kyla Pollard, and Kyle Pollard; five great-grandchildren; sister, Tonny Orr; niece, Mandy Hall.

Terry was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Summer Elliott-Kendrick; brother, Jack “J” Elliott; nephews, Scott Orr, and Jordan Hall.

Graveside Services will be at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at Highland Memorial Cemetery with Pastor Darrel Thompson officiating.

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

William Ray Beesley, 96

William Ray Beesley, 96, of Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, formerly of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away March 1, 2023, at Bethel Manor in Evansville, Indiana.

He was born August 8, 1926, in Orio, Illinois to Raymond Charles and Henrietta H. (Risley) Beesley. In 1944 he graduated from Allendale High School in Allendale, Illinois. He married Patricia Ann Brothers June 24, 1951, at the First Christian Church Disciples of Christ in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. They were married for 70 years.

William was a well-respected businessman. He worked as a Retail Merchant for Index Notion Company for 35 years. He then managed Ben Franklin. Followed by working for Altadonna IGA until his retirement. He was an original member of the WAVE Board, a member of the Kiwanis Club, a lifetime member of the Mt. Carmel Elks Lodge 715. He was an avid bowler, AVID fan of the St. Louis Cardinals, Mt. Carmel Aces Football, and WVC Warriors Men and Women’s Basketball. He loved playing pool with his merchant buddies, doing yard work and planting flowers. He truly enjoyed putting up his Christmas Tree lights starting in October. He loved word search puzzles and his family truly believes he would have made the Guinness Book of World Records had he just kept all his books. He was the World’s Best Teaser and had the most infectious smile that will truly be missed. He and his wife enjoyed square dancing in their younger years. They also enjoyed traveling and making scrapbooks of places they visited.

Left to cherish William’s memory are his daughters; Linda (Stuart) Oberg, of Evansville, Indiana, and Lisa (Phil) Tucker, of Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, grandchildren: Nathan (Shanna) Groeninger, Brandon (Libby) Tucker, Bryce (Abbey) Tucker, Brett (Patrick) Penner, great-grandchildren: Addison Scheessele, Leo Scheessele, Layla Grace Groeninger, Cameron Keller, and Baby to be Tucker.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, March 7, 2023, from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m., Funeral Service to follow at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short-Cunningham Funeral Home. Burial to follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery in Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

Memorials can be made to the First Christian Church Disciples of Christ, 803 N Market St., Mt. Carmel, Illinois 62863, or envelopes will be available at the service.

Condolences may be sent to www.short-cunninghamfh.com

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

Ronald E. Fitch, age 69

Ronald E. Fitch, age 69, of Princeton, Indiana, formerly of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away February 16, 2023, on the Island of St. John’s in the Virgin Islands. He was born March 7, 1953 in Wayne County to John and Beulah (Hough) Fitch.

 Ronald worked for Snap-On Tools for 28 years. After they closed in 2004 he worked for McClellan’s at Toyota and later went to work for Tracy Electric in Lawrenceville, Illinois where he retired. He was a member of the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mount Carmel, Illinois.

 Ronald was always a person you could count on. He loved his family, friends, grandkids, and his little great grandkids. If you needed something fixed, he was the one you could call to help.  He always wanted to go on a cruise and to parasail. He got to do both and truly enjoyed every minute of it. He was kind, giving, hardworking, and all-around great guy.

 Survivors include his former wife/friend Cindy Hills, daughter Shibonne (Tim) Jacobson of Somerset, Wisconsin, Grandkids: Lexis Fitch of Dekalb, Illinois, Tavis (Rashell Alka) Burton of Albion, Illinois, Tyler (Heather) Burton of Fort Branch, Indiana, Austi (Jacob Rider) Jacobson of Glenwood City, Wisconsin, and Kenny Campbell Jr of Mobile, Alabama. Great Grandkids: Layla Lee, Khiyah Burton, Marlee Alka, and Miles Burton. Sisters; Karen Kilby of Kinmundy, Illinois, and Barbara (David) Dennis of Flora, Illinois, along with several nieces and nephews. And of course, his best friend and companion Brick his dog.

 Preceding him in death were his parents, daughter Shannon Fitch Campbell, brothers, Roy Dale, Lowell, Raymond, Jerry, Lyle, David, and Kenny. Sisters-in-laws, Dianne Fitch, and Barbara Fitch. Brother-in-law Bob Kilby, nephew Jeff Kilby, and niece Melissa Cooper.

Visitation will be Monday, March 6, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. and from 9:00 am. until the time of service on Tuesday. With funeral mass at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Church.  Burial will be at the St. Mary’s Cemetery, Mount Carmel, Illinois.

 Memorials can be made to the Great-grandchildren’s College Fund in care of Short-Cunningham Funeral Home, PO Box 397 Mount Carmel, Illinois 62863, envelopes will also be available at the service.

 Condolences may be sent to www.short-cunninghamfh.com

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

Donald Ralph Peach, 84

Donald Ralph Peach, 84, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Monday, February 27, 2023, at River Oaks Health Campus in Princeton, Indiana.  He was born on April 16, 1938, in Owensville, Indiana, the son of William H. and Myrtle A. (McClellan) Peach.  He married Shirley Ann Fischer, and she preceded him in death on July 22, 1995.

 Don was a life-long farmer until his retirement in the late 1990’s.  He was a Mount Carmel Aces football fan and enjoyed cheering on his grandchildren in whatever sports they were involved in.  Don often took the grandchildren out for dinner, which they all enjoyed.  He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

 Don leaves behind his son, Darren Peach, and wife Paula; grandsons, Dalton Peach, Daxton Peach, and wife Mary Lee; granddaughter, Gabrielle Peach; brothers, Larry Peach, Gene (Alice) Peach; sisters, Linda Spencer, Joyce Talley; several nieces and nephews.

 Don was preceded in death by his parents, beloved wife, Shirley; sisters, Joan Hughes, Edith Julian; brothers, Ron, and Billy Peach.

 Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 6, 2023, in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.

 Funeral Services will be at 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 6, 2023, in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home with Pastor Mark Richison officiating.  Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery.

 Memorial contributions may be made in Don’s memory to Parkview Christian Church.

Envelopes will be at the funeral home or may be mailed to Keepes Funeral Home, 1500 North Cherry Street, Mount Carmel, IL 62863.

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

Charles William “Bill” Stansfield, 72

Charles William “Bill” Stansfield, 72, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away on Friday, February 24, 2023, at home, surrounded by his loving family.  He was born on November 19, 1950, in Gibson County, Indiana, the son of Charles R. and Margaret A. (Hosbach) Stansfield.  Bill married Paula Baker on August 8, 2012, and together they celebrated ten years of marriage. 

 Bill faithfully served his country in United States Navy. In his working years he was employed as a correctional officer, over the road and local truck driver. Bill was interested in motorcycles and trains. He was a fan of wrestling and watching his grandchildren wrestle was a special delight to him. He loved being around family, sitting on his porch drinking coffee, and lovingly pestering his wife Paula, 24/7. Bill was a kind man, a friend to many, and loved his family. He will be dearly missed by family and friends.  

 Bill leaves behind his loving wife, Paula; children, Mike Stansfield, William Stansfield and wife Mary, Tony Calverley and wife Stephanie, Stacy Wood and husband Mitch; 

grandchildren, Mackenzie Hoxsey, Landun Stansfield, Shaelynn Stansfield, Avery and Alex Calverley, Aaron, Chevvy, and Jorden Wood; siblings, Pete (Barb) Stansfield, Jackie Stansfield, Catherine “Penny” Stansfield, and James (Pat) Stansfield.   

Bill was preceded in death by his parents; and one son Jason Stansfield. 

 Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 11:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 1, 2023, in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home. 

 Funeral Services will be at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 1, 2023, with Gregory Wilkinson officiating.  Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery, with Full Military Honors. 

 Memorial contributions may be made in Bill’s memory to Community Children’s Impact, or the Lunch Wagon. Envelopes will be at the funeral home or may be mailed to Keepes Funeral Home, 1500 North Cherry Street, Mount Carmel, IL 62863. 

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

Jon Majors, 60

Jon Majors, 60, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Monday, February 20, 2023, at home.  He was born on July 29, 1962, in Herlong, California, the son of Homer L. and D’Ella (Meyer) Majors.   

 Jon was a talented carpenter and was the leader of his crew.  In his spare time, he enjoyed cooking and was an excellent chef.  Jon was an outdoorsman who liked hunting, fishing, and gardening.  He was very kind and had a great sense of humor.  Jon was a good father, always ready to lend a helping hand to his children.  He was thought of as a father to many others as well.  Jon was raised in the Asberry Chapel Church.  He loved his family dearly and will be missed by his family and many friends.  

 Jon leaves behind his mother; sons, Jon (Gracie) Majors, Jr., Jerod (Brianna) Majors, Blake (Zoey) Randolph; one daughter, Emiline (Bryant) Scott; five grandchildren, Kalynne, Isabelle, Zemira, Deklan and Lavinia; former wife, Larietta Majors; three brothers, Les (Mary) Majors, Robert (Carolyn) Majors, Ernie Majors; two sisters, Linda (Robert) Compton and Cathy (Jeremy) Dooley; girlfriend, Cathy Knapp; many loved nieces, nephews and cousins. 

 Jon was preceded in death by his father; brother, Phil Majors; sister, Julie Majors; and sister-in-law, Mindy Majors. 

 Graveside Services were at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, February 25, 2023, at Hallock Cemetery, North 1600 Blvd., in rural Wabash County Illinois.  

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

LaVerne I. Belton, 96

LaVerne I. Belton, 96 years, and 10 months, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Friday, February 17, 2023, at Deaconess Midtown, in Evansville, Indiana.

She was born April 23, 1926, in Browns, Illinois, to Frank W. Schonaman and Selma A. Webking, LaVerne graduated High School and Beauty School, she was married to her late husband Orville A. “Jay” Belton, June 2, 1956, in Saint Ann, Missouri.

LaVerne worked as a Beautician for 30 years. She loved reading and working puzzles. She thoroughly enjoyed watching sunrises and sunsets. Laverne loved the way nature changes especially when she could watch the butterflies in her garden.

She is survived by her chosen daughter Rhonda Jo Skees Baker, husband Bob Baker, and her grandson Cody Skees of Mount Carmel, Illinois and three grandsons Todd Andrew Barker, Christopher David Brandebourg, and Benjamin Levi Brandebourg; her great-grandchildren Madyline Elizabeth, Deseria Star, Devin Gage, and Emery Levi, her daughter in laws Pat Barker and Pam Culler.

Preceding her in death are her parents, husband, brother Frank W. Schonaman, and son Frank David Brandebourg.

Visitation will be held Friday, February 24, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. until Service at 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short-Cunningham Funeral Home and burial will be at Mt. Lebanon Cemetery in St. Ann, Missouri.

Memorials can be made out to Hope Lutheran Church, 1512 N Cherry St., Mount Carmel, Illinois 62863. Envelopes will be available at the service.

Condolences may be sent to www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve LaVerne’s famil

James V. Hoffman, age 64

James V. Hoffman, age 64, of Lawrenceville, Illinois passed away on Monday, February 20, 2023 at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, Indiana. He was born on April 01, 1958 in Omaha, Nebraska, the son of Norman H. and Ruth E. (Peel) Hoffman. He married Teresa Kemper on May 28, 1977, and she survives.

James worked for Jones and Sons, and was a member of the Central Christian Church. He enjoyed spending time with his family, while playing cards, board games, and video games. He also enjoyed gardening, fishing, and mushroom hunting, but his passion was golfing.

Preceding him in death were his parents.

Survivors include his wife, Teresa; two children, Jami Kyffin and husband, Brian of Livingston, Tennessee and Joni Kleinschmidt and husband, Andrew of Mt. Carmel, Illinois; one sister, Karen Farrar of Murfreesboro, Tennessee; one nephew, Manuel Farrar of Tennessee; and four grandchildren, Isabella, Angelina, Chandler, and Chase

Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 10:00 AM CST at the Emmons-Macey & Steffey Funeral Home in Lawrenceville, Illinois. There will be no visitation. Burial will be in the Lawrenceville City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Re: Chase’s Pace at 8445 Keystone Crossing, Suite 135 in Indianapolis, Indiana 46240.

Please visit www.emmonsmaceysteffey.com to view the tribute and to send condolences.

Florice Claudine (Claudia) Bryant, 89

Florice Claudine (Claudia) Bryant, 89, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away February 14, 2023, at Wabash General Hospital, in Mount Carmel, Illinois.

She was born May 21, 1933, in Mount Carmel, Illinois, to Royal and Capitola (Jones) Toombs, stepmother, Dora (Spond) Toombs. Her mother passed away when she was very young and she was raised by her father’s sister, Flossie (Toombs) Woods and John Woods. Claudia graduated from Mount Carmel High School in 1952, she married the love of her life Doyle Denver Bryant on December 6, 1952, in Mount Carmel, Illinois.

Claudia worked at the Phone Company as a Switchboard Operator. She later worked for Pacific Press and Shear for several years as a Receptionist and later in the Payroll Department, retiring in 1985. She made many lifelong friends while working there. Claudia was a member of the First General Baptist Church in Mount Carmel, Illinois for 80 plus years, where she was active in the Women’s Mission Society and also sang in the choir and played piano.

Early in life, Claudia and her sweetheart, Doyle enjoyed roller skating, and belonged to a Square Dance Club. Claudia also took up crocheting and enjoyed preparing holiday dinners for the family. They traveled to see the grandchildren participate in various sports and competitions and took short trips with family and friends. Babysitting and spoiling the grandchildren was their favorite past time. Regularly Claudia enjoyed luncheons with ladies from church and coworkers from the Phone Company.

Claudia moved to the Villas of Holly Brook in May 2022. There she reconnected with friends from high school and some coworkers. She enjoyed dining with “her girls” at the center and playing Bingo, and fell in love with the staff at Holly Brook.

Left to Cherish Claudia’s Memory are her two daughters: Deb (Dave) Kirk of Melbourne, FL, and Leesa Guisewite (Fiancé Dennis Bane) of Patoka, IN. Her five grandchildren: Kristi (Chad) Qualls of Evansville, IN, Ryan (Ashley) Kirk of Prairie Village, KS, Derek (Cassandra) Guisewite of Mt. Carmel, IL, Kassi (Chris) Virgin of Evansville, IN, Amanda Guisewite of Ft. Branch, IN and friend Beth Hatton. Great-Grandchildren: Dylan & Jillian Qualls of Evansville, IN, Bently Guisewite of Ft. Branch, IN, Brantley, Colt and Payton Guisewite of Mt. Carmel, IL. Nieces and nephews: Taunya Campbell, Maxine Rosignol, Carol Lee Spond, Harold Spond, Delores Peach, Susie Taylor.

Claudia had several sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins with whom she was close.

 Preceding her in death are her parents, brother Bobby Toombs, two sisters, Frieda June DeGenerro and Berneathia Hayes, and Norma Jean Toombs.

 Visitation will be held in the Chapel of Short-Cunningham Funeral Home Tuesday, February 21, 2023, from 12:00 p.m. until the service following at 2:00 p.m.  Following the service, she will be laid to rest at Highland Memorial Cemetery.

 Memorials can be made to First General Baptist Church, 120 W 12th St., Mount Carmel, Illinois 62863. There will also be envelopes available at the service.

 Condolences may be sent to www.short-cunninghamfh.com

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

Darlene S. “Gertie” Askren, 74

Darlene S. “Gertie” Askren, 74, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at Oakview Nursing and Rehab surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on July 1, 1948, the daughter of Linden and Pearl (Lambert) Reed.  She married Gerald Lee Askren on April 5,1968 and together they enjoyed thirty-two years of marriage until his passing on September 16, 2000.  

Darlene devoted her life to her family and homemaking.  She liked John Deere tractors and enjoyed collecting them.  Darlene loved her family dearly and visits with them brought her great joy.  She was a member of the Pentecostal Faith Assembly Church and will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Darlene leaves behind two sons, Johnny Askren and wife Candy, Tommy Askren; five grandchildren, Halie, Katie, Hanna, Johnny Jr., and Matthew Askren; step-grandchildren, Keisha Wilson, Shantel Reed; siblings, Charlotte Lofton and husband Dick, Brenda Dill and husband Jim, Bill Reed and wife Debbie, and David Reed; many loved nieces and nephews.

Darlene was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter, Jerri Lynn Askren; daughter-in-law, Kelly Askren; siblings, Richard Reed, Linden Reed, Linda Peach, Scott Reed, and Jeffrey Reed. 

Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitationfrom 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Saturday, February 18, 2023, in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.  

Funeral Services will be at 12:00 p.m., Saturday, February 18, 2023 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home with Brother Bill Reed officiating.  Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery where Darlene will be laid to rest beside her beloved husband and daughter.

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

Bonita “Kay” Prosise, 80

Bonita “Kay” Prosise, 80, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away on Monday, February 12, 2023, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital, in Evansville, Indiana. She was born on April 23, 1942, in East St. Louis, Illinois, the daughter of William and June (Van Matre) Soden, and raised by her stepfather, Gene Dyehouse. She married Jim Prosise and he preceded her in death in 2007.

Kay devoted her life to being a homemaker. In her spare time, she enjoyed crafting and crocheting. In their younger years, she and Jim enjoyed camping at Kentucky Lake. Kay especially loved her family and being with her grandkids. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends.

Kay leaves behind five sons; Mark (Trenia) Wagner, Billy Wagner, Kevin (Kelly) Wagner, Terry (Ruth) Prosise, and Tim (Tonya) Prosise; two daughters, Sherry Buckman, and Sheila Welch; many loved grandchildren and great-grandchildren; one sister, Carolyn Lowe.

Kay was preceded in death by her parents; husband; sons, Scott Wagner, and Shaun Prosise; daughters, Kelly Harrelson, and Kristi Lofton; brothers, Mike Dyehouse, Colin, Joe, and Gary Soden; one sister, Judy Esparza.

In keeping with Kay’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 Kay’s tribute wall, and leave condolences for her family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

AUDRA MICHELLE PEREZ, 47

Audra Michelle Perez, 47, of Deltona, Florida, passed away January 18, 2023, at HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital.

She was born June 26, 1975, in Olney, Illinois, the daughter of Deb Maidlow and stepfather Howard Maidlow. Audra was married to Ryan Eric Perez.

Audra was a corporate trainer at a call center. Her greatest love was spending time with her family.

Left to cherish Audra’s memory are her husband; children, Mitchell McVaigh, Laurel Plummer and Colton Plummer; siblings, Mike (Amy) Quillen and Barkley Quillen; and loving aunt and uncle, Larry (Sandy) Bailey and Tammy Ballard.

There will be a private family graveside service at Bethel Cemetery, Ellery, Illinois.

Condolences may be sent to www.short-cunninghamfh.com

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

Dustan A. Lawson, 67

Dustan A. Lawson, 67, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Monday, February 6, 2023, at Wabash General Hospital.  He was born on July 5, 1955, in Louisville, Kentucky, the son of William and Mildred (Douglas) Lawson.

Dustan faithfully served his country in the United States Army.  He worked in construction and the oil fields all his life.  Dustan was a talented craftsman who paid attention to details and enjoyed working with his hands.  He was proud that he was able to help his daughter with the construction of her home.  Dustan liked fishing, hunting, and enjoyed having fun in life.   His grandchildren held a special place in his heart.  Dustan will be missed by his family and friends.

Dustan leaves behind his daughter, Nikki Jones and husband Mark; two grandchildren, Cortney Jones, and Dustan Robert Jones; one brother, Kevin Lawson.

Dustan was preceded in death by his parents, and grandson, Devan Jones

In keeping with Dustan’s wishes, cremation will take place and a Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

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

Ronald Dale Tinsley, Sr., 75

Ronald Dale Tinsley, Sr., 75, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2023, at Wabash General Hospital. He was born on November 9, 1947, in Charleston, West Virginia, the son of Paul Edward Tinsley, Sr. and Helen Frances (Fowler) Tinsley. He married Carol Kay Pilkington on July 5, 1970, in Charleston, West Virginia, and they have celebrated fifty-two years of marriage.

Ronald faithfully served his country in the United States Army and was stationed in Germany during the Vietnam War. He worked over thirty years at Napa Auto Parts, both in West Virginia and then Mount Carmel, where he retired as manager. Ronald liked trouble shooting car problems and was very helpful to his family and friends. He was easy going, kind spirited and loved to be involved with his family in whatever they were doing. Ronald enjoyed following his grandson’s sports activities. He enjoyed sitting outside on the deck and cooking on the grill. For his birthday, Ronald loved to have a family dinner at the Gerst Haus Restaurant. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church and he will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

Ronald leaves behind his loving wife, Carol Kay; son, Ronald Dale Tinsley II, and wife Alicia; two grandsons Grayson and Camden Tinsley; one sister, Kimberly Dawn West, and husband Vince; several nieces and nephews.

Ronald was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Gerald Edward Tinsley and Paul Edward Tinsley, Jr.

Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Monday, February 13, 2023 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.

Funeral Services will be at 1:00 p.m., Monday, February 13, 2023, in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Gammon officiating. Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery with Full Military Honors.

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

Lynnette Roosevelt, 51

Lynnette Roosevelt, 51, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Sunday, February 5, 2023, at Oakview Nursing and Rehab, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on June 15, 1971, in San Diego, California, the daughter of Fred Moody and Lorretta (Campbell) Moody.

Lynnette was a 1989 graduate of Mount Carmel High School. She had previously been employed at Champion Laboratories and most recently at Toyota Motor Manufacturing. Lynnette’s favorite hobby was building Legos. She enjoyed it so much that her family often gave her new sets as gifts for Christmas and birthdays. Lynnette was a very involved single mother of two daughters who were her pride and joy. She was their biggest fan at their sporting events and the three of them really enjoyed going out to eat and trying new places. Lynnette was proud of the trip to Europe she was able to do with Taylor. She was a loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend whose presence on this earth will be dearly missed.

Lynnette leaves behind her parents; daughters, Chelsea Roosevelt, Taylor Roosevelt; one brother, Roger Moody; three nieces and two nephews.

Lynnette was preceded in death by her grandparents.

In keeping with Lynnette’s wishes, no formal services are planned at this time.

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

Wayne Knight Morris, 83

Wayne Knight Morris, 83, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2023, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital, Newburgh, Indiana.

He was born October 25, 1939, in Mount Carmel, Illinois, to Robert A. and Mabel (Knight) Morris. Wayne graduated from Mount Carmel High School. He was a graduate of The University of Illinois and attended Michigan State.

Wayne worked in the electronics industry before starting his career at Wabash Valley College. Wayne served the students at Wabash Valley College for nearly 30 years starting in 1991. Most of those as a faculty member, teaching Computer Science, but he also had a two-year stint as Dean of Instruction from 2010-2012. He was also an independent IT consultant. He was renowned for his ability to remember the smallest of details. He had such a community spirit for the Wabash Valley College Family and wanted people to gather and fellowship.

Wayne was a life member of the Mount Carmel Elks #715 for 59 years. He loved watching Jeopardy and could answer most of the questions. Wayne was an avid tennis and bridge player, where he was a Life Master in Duplicate Bridge. He loved spending time with family, friends, and his beloved dogs. He was also a huge sports fan. Wayne taught Sunday School to the senior adult class at the First General Baptist Church in Mount Carmel, Illinois where he was a lifetime member.

Wayne is survived by his cousins; Ann (Bob) Tennes of Mount Carmel, Illinois, Robert Knight of Granger, Indiana, George, Mitch, Gail, and Clancy McClellan, and many friends.

He was proceeded in death by his parents, infant brother, Robert Austin Morris, Jr.

A visitation will be Saturday, February 11, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Short-Cunningham Funeral Home. Graveside service to follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery, Mount Carmel, Illinois, at 12:00 noon.

Condolences may be sent to www.short-cunninghamfh.com

Memorials can be made to Wabash County Shelter Buddies, 11336 N 1550 Blvd, Mount Carmel, Illinois, or envelopes will be available at the visitation.

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

Philip Eugene Parks, 99

Philip Eugene Parks passed away peacefully at age 99, Sunday, February 5, 2023, at Villas of Holly Brook in Mt Carmel IL. He was born September 18, 1923 in Harco, Saline County IL, to Henry Parks and Madge (Abney) Parks. Phil married Jean Beatrice Mann on September 16, 1944 in Galatia, Illinois.

Philip joined the U S Navy in 1942, trained as a Torpedoman, and saw service on the islands of Kiska and Attu in the Aleutians in the early years of World War II. Later he was stationed at Ventura, California, and Camp Parks, in Dublin, California, and then at Whidbey Island in Washington State. On a furlough home, he met Jean, and they later married. A son, Duane, traveled with them from post-to-post during the war. A second son, Glenn Allen, was born in 1945.

After the war ended the family settled in Harrisburg, Illinois, where Philip operated a Shell Service station, before relocating to nearby Galatia, where he ran a restaurant. In Galatia, Phil and Jean built a house on the edge of town, where their third child, Sherry Renee, was born. Following his father’s occupation, Phil worked underground for several years in a Peabody coal mine. He trained as a member of a mine safety team which excelled in team competitions. In 1957 the family moved to Crete Illinois, where a new home was built and Philip began working at the new Ford stamping plant in Chicago Heights, retiring three decades later as a welder repairman.

All his life Phil was devoted to his church, serving as a deacon and in other positions. He loved to hunt quail, and through adult life trained many hunting dogs, both his and those of other people. He was conservative by nature, always wanting to “make do” and was a Mr. Fixit to his many friends and generous with his time in helping others. He worked outdoors whenever possible, through his 97th birthday cutting and hauling firewood as his primary source of heat.

Phil will be remembered by a son, Duane (Jane) Parks of Orio, and daughter Sherry (Jerry) Ogor of Crete, IL; grandchildren, Tasha Brown (Richard) of West Chester, OH, Shannon Parks (Katrina) of Poulsbo, WA, Dana Carr (Nick) of Bourbonnais, IL, and five great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Jean, son Glenn Allen, brother John Darwin, sister Betty Jackson.

Visitation will be at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, February 10 at Wabash Presbyterian Church in Orio. The funeral service will follow at 2:30 p.m. with Rev. Kevin McGinnis officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery with full military honors.

The family wishes to express appreciation to Villas of Holly Brook for the good care they provided. Also, thanks to the many friends who were involved in his life.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Wabash Presbyterian Church, 11188 N 2300 Rd, Allendale, IL 62410. Envelopes will be at the church or can be mailed to Keepes Funeral Home, 1500 North Cherry Street, Mt Carmel, IL 62863.

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

Melinda “Mindy” Lambert-Majors, 51

Melinda “Mindy” Lambert-Majors, 51, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away Monday, January 31, 2023, at home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 25, 1971, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, the daughter of Clyde “Butch” Lambert and Carol Sue (Searls) Lambert. She married Ernest “Ernie” Majors on October 16, 2010, and together, they celebrated twelve years of marriage.

Mindy worked for Kmart, Crescent City Iron, Anderson Brothers Oil, and most recently, Opus Packaging. In her spare time, she liked to read and also solve sudoku puzzles. Mindy enjoyed attending concerts, taking road trips, camping and four-wheeler riding. She had a soft spot in her heart for bunnies and her favorite drink was diet dew. Mindy’s greatest joy of all was her family. She loved cooking for them and spending time together as much as possible. Mindy was very kind and caring, she will be dearly missed by her family and friends.

Mindy leaves behind her loving husband, Ernie; children, Clyde Ordiway, Amanda (Allen) Harvey, Kylie Majors, Kendra Majors, and Lilly Majors; grandchildren, Joel and Clyde Harvey, Lexus and Christopher Majors; two brothers, Christopher (Karen) Lambert, and Timothy Lambert; several nieces and nephews.

Mindy was preceded in death by her parents, and one brother, Wayne Lambert.

Graveside Services will be at 11:00 a.m., Monday, February 6, 2023, at Hallock Cemetery in rural Wabash County with Pastor Allan Wright officiating.

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

Rosemary Coleman, 97

Rosemary Coleman, 97, of Indianapolis, Indiana, peacefully passed away Sunday, January 29, 2023, in Indianapolis.

She was born September 3, 1925, in Sullivan, Indiana, the daughter of Harold and Faye (McGarvey) Martin. Rosemary married Gilbert E. Coleman on July 6, 1945. They were married 66 years prior to his death in 2012.

Mrs. Coleman, who graduated from Sullivan High School in Sullivan, Indiana, and attended Indiana State University prior to marriage, was the consummate post-war wife and mother. She was the caring mother of four children, a PTA parent, Girl Scout leader, a gifted seamstress and quilter, and multitalented in all the domestic arts.

Due to job advancement, the Coleman family lived in Oblong, Illinois, Washington, Indiana, Mt. Carmel, Illinois, Chillicothe, Missouri, Joliet, Illinois and Mt. Vernon, Illinois before moving to Beech Grove and later Indianapolis for retirement. Blessed with a beautiful alto voice, even into her mid-90s, Mrs. Coleman was a member of the church choir in virtually every community in which she lived. Most recently, she was a member of Impact Bethany Christian Church in Beech Grove, Indiana. She also was as avid gardener, reader, and quilter.

Survivors include children, Janice (David) Krohne of Indianapolis, Indiana, Nancy (Ron) Summers of Rock Island, Illinois, Jay Coleman of Indianapolis, Indiana, and Tim (Tana) Coleman of Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Mrs. Coleman is also survived by eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death were her parents, husband, and siblings, Dick and Kenny Martin and Betty (Martin) Watson.

Visitation will be Saturday, February 4, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. until noon at Short-Cunningham Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois, with a graveside Funeral Service following at Highland Memorial Cemetery, 1827 College Drive, Mt. Carmel, where she will be laid to rest beside her loving husband.

Memorials may be made to Evangelical United Methodist Church (EUM) 2010 N. Cherry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Condolences may be sent to www.short-cunninghamfh.com

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

Connie L (Robinson) Eldridge, 75

Connie L (Robinson) Eldridge, 75, of Wadesville Indiana, formerly of Allendale, Illinois, passed on to her heavenly home while at Linda E. White Hospice House in Evansville, Indiana, on Saturday, January 28, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones. Connie was born to Conrad and Wanda (Wade) Robinson in Princeton, Indiana on December 30,1947. She married the love of her life, Roger Eldridge, on October 27, 1968, and together they enjoyed over 55 years together.

Connie was a 1966 graduate of Allendale High School. She graduated from Beauty College while attending High School and later owned and operated a beauty salon, O'Haira House, with her business partner, Helen Harris, for several years. After high school, Connie attended Eastern Illinois University seeking a teaching degree. While at Eastern, she met and married her beloved husband, Roger. After raising their children, Connie finished her teaching degree at Oakland City College. She worked in the fields of Child Development and social work until she retired. Connie loved to travel, and she and Roger spent many years wintering in Florida. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Connie will be dearly missed by her family and friends.

Connie is survived by her husband; daughter, Stephanie Duncan and husband Mark; son, Eric Eldridge and wife, La Tonya; two grandsons, Austin (Rebekah) O'Risky and Jacob O’Risky; two great granddaughters, Addyson and Zoey O'Risky.

Connie was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents.

Graveside Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at Adams Corner Cemetery with Pastor Nelson Reiber officiating. There will be no visitation prior to the service.

A Celebration of Life will be held, at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, February 4, 2023, at the Zion Lippe UCC, 9000 Copperline Rd., Mt. Vernon, IN 47620.

Memorial contributions may be made in Connie’s memory to Zion Lippe UCC.

Envelopes will be available 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 Connie’s tribute wall, and leave condolences for the Eldridge family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com