Clarence D. “Danny” Fulkerson, 63

Clarence D. “Danny” Fulkerson, 63, of Pekin, Indiana, passed away, Saturday, September 23, 2023, at home. He was born on August 19, 1960, in Mount Carmel, Illinois, the son of Clarence Jerry Fulkerson and Eva May Doades.

Danny faithfully served his country in the United States Navy. He was a member of the Mount Carmel High School Graduating Class of 1979. During his high school years, he was a member of Aces Football and Wrestling Teams. Danny worked as a Boilermaker for twenty-one years. He was a “cat dad” who dearly loved his special kitty, Jewels. Danny enjoyed spending time with his family and having coffee with friends. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

Danny leaves behind his father, Jerry Fulkerson; two brothers, Ronnie Fulkerson, and Michael Perkins; aunts, Este Erdman, Deanie Sherman, Joyce Cullison, Janet Carrie, Helen Fulkerson; and many loved cousins.

Danny was preceded in death by his mother and stepfather, Eva May, and Mike Perkins.

Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at Gospel Kingdom Church.

Funeral Services will be at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at Gospel Kingdom Church with Brother Brandon Hodgson officiating. Burial, with Full Military Honors will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in Danny’s memory to Gospel Kingdom Church.

Envelopes will be at the Church, 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 Danny’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Fulkerson family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Ronald Stuessel, 79

Ronald Stuessel, 79, Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Saturday September 23, 2023, at his residence surrounded by his family.

Services will be held Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at 1:00 pm, in the chapel of Short-Cunningham Funeral Home, in Mt. Carmel, IL, with Rev. Gary Underwood officiating. A burial will follow in Highland Memorial Cemetery.

Visitation will be Wednesday September 27, 2023, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm in the chapel of Short-Cunningham Funeral Home.

Ron was born to the late Charles Edward and Bernice (Spond) Stuessel on November 11, 1943, in Evansville, Indiana. He was a 1962 graduate from Mt. Carmel High School. Ron married Patricia English on October 6, 1962, in Mt. Carmel. To this union three children were born:  Robbin (Bruce) Ford, Jill (Francis) Speth, and Jason (Joni) Stuessel. Also surviving are three grandchildren Zachary (Erika) Ford, Thessa (Charley) Adams, and Jaxton Stuessel; six great-grandchildren Macy, Max, and Graham Ford and Tinley, Parker, and Preston Adams; one brother Gary (Jeanie) Stuessel, one sister Tonja Mollenhauer, brother-in-law Steve (Barbara) English, and one sister-in-law Beverly Stuessel. Ron was preceded in death by his parents, grandson Nicholas Ford, and siblings Bob and Ed Stuessel and LaVerne Sales.

Ron worked at Snap-On Tools, retiring after 38 years. He was a member of the General Baptist Church in Mt. Carmel. He was also a member of the Mt. Carmel Lions Club, Elks Lodge #715, and MCHS Boosters Club. Ron loved to fish, especially on the waters at Kentucky Lake, coached Jason’s little league baseball teams and enjoyed hunting.

Memorial contributions may be made to the General Baptist Church or the Mt. Carmel Lions Club. 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 the Stuessel family.

Jane Danelle Wickiser, 78

Jane Danelle Wickiser, 78, of Allendale, Illinois, passed away Thursday, September 14,, 2023, at the Linda White Hospice House in Evansville, Indiana.

She was born December 3, 1944, to Gerald and Marie Fonner in Flint, Michigan. She married the love of her life, Ronald Dean Wickiser, on March 28, 1961, in Mattoon, Illinois. They were married for almost 50 years before his passing in 2011.

Visitation will be Sunday, September 24th, from 1-3:00pm at the chapel of Short Funeral Home, Mt. Carmel, with the funeral following at 3:00pm. Burial will be at 12 noon on Monday, September 25th, at Dodge Grove Cemetery, Mattoon, IL.

Jane was an active member of the Evangelical United Methodist Church in Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

She spent the last 38 years of her career working for Health Insurance Associates in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Her co-workers became her second family, and she loved them all dearly. She became lifelong friends with her clients whom she treasured and cared for. They trusted her implicitly, and she often spent long hours helping and listening to those that needed someone to talk to.

Her relationship with her Savior, Jesus Christ, guided Jane in everything she did. Possessing a true servant’s heart, she faithfully cared for her family and friends. Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her great joy.

She is survived by her daughter Lisa L. (Edward) Jamison of Mt. Carmel; son John C. (Marcella) Wickiser of Pekin, IL; brother Joseph (Teresa) Fonner of Lerna, IL; sister-in-law Anita McClung of Brownsburg, IN; and sister-in-law Dawn Fonner of Decatur, IL. Also surviving are grandchildren David (Dawn) Hurlbut II of Evansville, IN; Clayton (Haley) Jamison of Carmi, IL; Alice Wickiser and Mary Wickiser both of Pekin, IL; Scott (Mary) Jamison of Evansville, IN; Shea (Jason) Brock of Mt. Carmel, IL; Jeff Homan of Owensville, IN; Mark Homan and Jennifer Guard both of Mt. Carmel, IL; great-grandchildren Reece Jamison, Sophia Jamison, Carsyn Jamison and Shiloh Jamison all of Carmi, IL; Evan Hurlbut and Savanna Hurlbut of Evansville, IN; Cole Jamison and Claire Jamison of Evansville, IN; Tyler (Elizabeth) Jamison of Evansville, IN ; Nevaeh Brock, Wyatt Brock, and Fletcher Brock of Mt. Carmel, IL; Kracell Guard of Mt. Carmel, IL; Kendal (Satchel) Patberg of Mt. Carmel, IL; Kenadie Homan of Mt. Carmel, IL. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Preceding her in death were her parents, husband Ronald, sister Janice Strater, brother Jerry Fonner, brother-in-law, Duane Wickiser, and sister-in-law, Lottie Wickiser.

Memorials may be made to Evangelical United Methodist Church or Hope Pregnancy Building Fund. 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 Jane’s family.

Jack Mike Keepes, 57

Jack Mike Keepes, 57, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 16, 2023 at his residence with his family by his side. He was born on January 5, 1966 in Germany, the son of Carl P. and Charlotte Ann (Greene) Keepes. Mike married Dixie Bump in June 2005 and together they enjoyed eighteen years of marriage.

Mike was the happiest when he was outdoors and loved to go fishing. He was a very hard worker where he spent many years working in the oilfield. Mike enjoyed spending time with his family. He will be missed by his family and friends.

Mike will be remembered by his wife, Dixie Keepes; daughters, Molly Keepes, Katlyn Smitly, and Felicia Smitly; grandchildren, Keeley, Bella, Amyia, and Kyndal; siblings, Chris Keepes, Selena Keepes, Carla Howell, and twin sister, Michelle (Greg) Anthis; many loved cousins, nieces and nephews.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Frank Keepes; and niece, Rebecca Anthis.

In keeping with Mike’s wishes cremation will take place and no formal services will be held at this time.

Memorial contributions can be made to Keepes Funeral Home to help the family offset final expenses. Donations can be mailed to Keepes Funeral Home, 1500 N. Cherry Street, Mount Carmel, IL 62863.

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

Jacqueline Sue “Jackie” Haase, 56

Jacqueline Sue “Jackie” Haase, 56, of Mt. Carmel, peacefully passed away Friday, September 15, 2023, at Linda White Hospice House in Evansville, Indiana, surrounded by her loving family.

 A funeral mass will be held, Monday September 18, 2023, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 125 W. 5th Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois, at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.

 Visitation will be Sunday, September 17, 2023, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. The Rosary will take place at 2:30 p.m.

Jackie was born to the late Duane D. Deisher and Paulette Wheatley on May 3, 1967, in Mt. Carmel,  Illinois. She was a 1985 graduate of Mt. Carmel High School and graduated from Colborn’s Academy of Beauty Culture. On August 6, 1994, Jackie married David Lee Haase at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. To this union four children were born:  Megan Haase (Tyler Linson), Michael Haase, Katie Haase and Steven Haase, all of Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Along with her children, surviving are her siblings: Stacey (Mark) Goodson of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, and Tereasa (Matthew) Means of Knoxville, Tennessee; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Preceding Jackie in death was her parents.

She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mt. Carmel and Daughters of Isabella. Jackie worked at Paulette’s Flower Basket for many years.  She enjoyed crafts and Stamping Up crafting. Jackie loved spending time with her family and especially enjoyed planning events, such as their birthday parties.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or St. Mary’s School General Fund. Envelopes will be available.

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

Betty L. Tipton, 90

Betty L. Tipton, 90, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 15, 2023, at Oakview Heights Continuous Care and Rehab with her loving family by her side.  She was born on March 6, 1933 in Vandalia, Illinois, the daughter of Jack and Iva May (Davis) Warner.

 Betty was a loving mother and grandmother and treasured the time she spent with family.  In her free time, Betty enjoyed crochet work and tending to her flower garden.  Betty also liked being outdoors and taking care of her fish pond.   She worked at St. Joseph Catholic School in Olney and Stringtown, IL as a cook for many years and enjoyed preparing meals for the students.  She will be missed by her family and friends.

 Betty will be remembered by her two sons, Gary Tipton and wife, Cindy, Mike Tipton and wife, Kay; one daughter, Rachael Ingram and husband, Jimmy; son in law, Marvin Ginder; grandchildren, Danielle, Justin, Steven, Jon, Sarah, Andy, Tyler, Renee, Cole, Kayla, TaLoni, Brock, Wade and Beau; twenty-three great grandchildren; two brothers, Richard (Debbie) Warner and Tom Warner.

 Betty was preceded in death by her parents; son, Joseph Tipton; daughter, Thea Ginder; granddaughter, M’Leah Ginder; and seven siblings.

 A private family graveside service will be held at Dundas Cemetery in Richland County, Illinois with Father Robert Zwilling officiating.

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

Jane Wickiser, 78

Jane Wickiser, 78, of Allendale, Illinois, passed away Thursday, September 14, 2023, at Linda White Hospice in Evansville, Indiana.

When available, obituary may be viewed and condolences made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

Thelma Imogene “Jean” Davis, 94

Thelma Imogene “Jean” Davis, 94, passed away peacefully Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at Wabash General Hospital with her family at her side.

She was born October 2, 1928, in Pike County, Indiana, to Willard B. and Pearl Mary (Smith) Copeland. She graduated from Spurgeon High School in 1948.

Jean married Charles H. Davis on September 12, 1953, and they shared 47 years together before his passing in February 2000.  To this union two children were born:  Lana K. (Mark) Ballard and Kevin D. Davis. In addition to the surviving children are two grandchildren, Johanna (Kraig) Estes and Andrew Ballard; seven great grandchildren, Ashlynn, Austin and Finleigh Ballard, Charlotte, Lilah, Penelope and Isabel Estes; a sister, Beulah Mae Copeland; a brother, Frank (Linda) Copeland; and many nieces and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Charles; brother Willard (Mary) Copeland, Jr.; and sister, Suzi (Paul) Owens.

Jean was a longtime member of Asbury Chapel Church.  She graduated from Colbern’s Academy of Beauty Culture and was a licensed beautician for many years. She worked at the garment factory until her retirement in 1990. 

She was a loving mother, grandma and GiGi.  Her Hobbies included gardening, crafts, knitting, crocheting, and quilting.  Jean was a very good cook.  For many years she and Charles enjoyed traveling and after his death she traveled with her sister Beulah.

Visitation will be Saturday, September 16, 2023, from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short-Cunningham Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois.  Funeral services will follow visitation at 1:00 p.m. with burial at Highland Memorial Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Asbury Chapel Church.  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 Jean’s family.

Eugene S. Shotts

Eugene S. Shotts, 81, of Marshall, IL, passed away 8:15 PM Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023 at his home surrounded with the love of his family.

Gene was born September 10, 1941 in the Clarksville area of Clark Co., IL, the son of Seth and Goldie Simpson Shotts. On August 26, 1961 he married Carolyn Martin at Clarksville.

Surviving are his wife; three children, Debbie (Mike) Garling, Greg (Karen) Shotts and Dee Dee (Mike) Rhoads; grandchildren, Dusty (Jamie) Shotts, Kristi (Gus) Garling, Tyler (Dru) Shotts, Josh Brittney) Garling, Ryan (Shelby) Hefner, Dalton (Karlee) Hefner, Connor (Zoey) Hefner, Jamie (Tim) Kiefner and Christine (Dana)) Scifers; 17 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; a sister, Sherry (Felix) Farrell and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by four brothers,William, Ronald D., Doit, Jim and a sister, Retta Tally.

Gene retired as a Supt. for Howell Asphalt Co. He was a member and Deacon of the Clarksville Baptist Church, the American Legion and was a graduate of Marshall High School. He was a veteran of the Army Reserves.

Services in honor of his life will be 1:00 PM Thursday at Pearce Funeral Home with Pastor Art Orndorff officiating. Burial will be in the Clarksville Cemetery with military graveside rites. Visitation will be 11:00 AM until service time Thursday at the funeral home.

For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to the Marshall Backpack organization, to Lincolnland Hospice or the organization of the donor's choice.

Online condolences are being accepted at pearcefuneralservices.com.

Necia A. Love, 70

Necia A. Love, 70, of Fairfield, Illinois, passed away Saturday, September 2, 2023, at Fairfield Memorial Hospital.

She was born August 21, 1953, the daughter of Harland and Glennadean (Lutz) McPherson. She graduated from Mt. Carmel High School.

Necia is preceded in death by her parents and infant daughter.

Cremation will take place and there will be no formal services.

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

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

Garry L. Foote, Jr., 72

Garry Lane Foote, Jr., 72, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, peacefully passed away at his home Saturday, September 9, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.

Garry was born December 1, 1950, in Wichita, Texas, to the late Garry Foote, Sr. and Nellie Christine Benham. He graduated from Basic High School in Henderson, Nevada.

On January 31, 1969, he married Kathy Lynn Clark. From this marriage three sons were born: Anthony (Shauna) Foote, Steven Brian Foote, both of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, and Michael (Haley) Foote of Francisco, Indiana. In addition to his children, surviving are his grandchildren, Tawni Jo, Dylan, Bryce, Eli, Lilliah, Bella, Everly and Ashlyn; great-grandchildren, Piper, Granger, Deliah and Dustem; siblings, Toni Lee Potts, Carolyn Childress, Audrey Allen, Cynthia Brooks, Sherri Brooks, Tammy Szukala, Barbara Brooks and Kate Breest; stepsiblings, Laura Martin and Gus Buhl; several nieces and nephews; and his dog, Lucy.

Preceding him in death were his parents and siblings Jimmy Foote, Doug (Soapie) Foote, Joseph Chatterly, David Chatterly, Sandra Wilcox, Valerie Breest and Teri Lynn Daniel.

Garry proudly served in the U.S. Army. He worked at Test Sight Area 51, was a pipefitter in heavy construction and later worked for Mt. Carmel Public Utility as a lineman. Garry loved spending time with family. He enjoyed listening to music, watching Eagles football, riding Harleys, dancing and camping. Garry worked on motorcycles, fished, watched Marvel movies and Ancient Aliens, and played Zelda.

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

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

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

Thad Alan Raibley, 49

Thad Alan Raibley, 49, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed away September 5, 2023, at his residence.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. at Short-Cunningham Funeral Home. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Cemetery at a later date.

Visitation will be Saturday, September 9, 2023, from 4:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. when service starts.

Thad was born to Timothy Alan and Janice Emily (Herrin) Raibley on July 6, 1974, in Bloomington, Illinois. He graduated from Mt. Carmel High School in 1992. Surviving is his daughter Clare Ellen Raibley of Mount Carmel, Illinois, sister Andrea (Jonathan) Decker of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, and beloved nephew Brady David Decker. Also surviving are several aunts, uncles, cousins, and many dear friends. Preceding him in death are his maternal grandparents James “Cheesie” and Betty Herrin and paternal grandparents Jim and Freda Raibley.

Thad was as a Union Carpenter for Local #224. He enjoyed taking his daughter fishing and riding bikes. Thad was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan.

Memorials can be made to the Clare Ellen Raibley Educational Fund in care of Short-Cunningham Funeral Home.

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

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

Henry Allen “Hank” McClane, 70

Henry Allen “Hank” McClane, 70, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away on August 3, 2023, at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville, Indiana.

 He was born August 1, 1953, the son of Clem and Edith McClane in Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

 Hank proudly served his county in the U.S. Marine Corp during the Vietnam War.  After his discharge, he joined the U.S. Air Force.  Later Hank was an over the road truck driver, until his retirement. 

 Surviving is his wife, Hazel McClane of Mt. Carmel; daughter, Lindsay of North Carolina; and siblings, Ernie McClane and Patsy Tisdale of Mt. Carmel. 

 Preceding him in death were his parents and several brothers and sisters.

 Military services will be held at Highland Memorial Cemetery, 1827 College Drive, Mt. Carmel, Illinois, on Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. in Section K of I at his parent’s gravesite per his wishes. 

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

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

Michael Paul Jones, 42

Michael Paul Jones, 42, of Carmi, Illinois, passed away Saturday, September 2, 2023, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Mount Vernon, Illinois.  He was born on September 20, 1980, in Evansville, Indiana, the son of Paul Jones and Sherry Hinderliter.  He married Michelle Whitten, and she survives. 

 Mike was employed at General Continental Tire as a Tire Builder and was very proud of his work.  He has received several commendations and awards for his talent and work ethic.  In his spare time, Mike enjoyed being outdoors, spending time fishing and hiking.  He loved to cook for his family and friends.  Mike was known to cook up a big batch of wings and ribs.  No small meals were created by him.  Mike truly loved spending time with his family and he will be dearly missed by all who knew him. 

 Mike leaves behind his wife, Michelle; one son, Cayden Jones; daughters, Victoria Jones, Isabella Whitten; father, Paul Jones; mother, Sherry Hinderliter; brother, Paul Scott Jones; sisters, Theresa (James) McCulley, April Madden; many loved aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins.

 Mike was preceded in death by his grandparents.

 Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m., Friday, September 8, 2023, in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home. 

 Funeral Services will be at 2:00 p.m., Friday, September 8, 2023, in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral home.  Burial will follow at Antioch Cemetery.

 Keepes Funeral Home serves the family with the arrangements.  To view Mike’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Jones family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Joyce Louise McClane, 87

Joyce Louise McClane, 87, of Mount Carmel, Illinois, passed to her heavenly home Friday September 1, 2023, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, Indiana, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on February 7, 1936, in Mount Vernon, Illinois and grew up in Princeton, Indiana, the daughter of John Augustus and Florence Ruth (Russell) Carpenter. She married Donald Lowell McClane on November 22, 1952, at Camp Reveal in Vanderburgh County, Indiana, and together they enjoyed sixty-seven years of marriage until his passing on July 1, 2020.

Joyce devoted most of her life to homemaking and raising her family. She loved her family dearly and enjoyed cooking for large family get-togethers. Joyce loved listening to music and had an artistic flair which she expressed in her paintings and drawings. She was a member of the DAR, Cameo Society and St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Joyce was a faithful follower of Christ, with her favorite Scripture being Psalm 31. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends.

Joyce leaves behind her daughter, LaDonna Blevins, and husband Don; one son, Mark McClane; grandchildren, Melissa Blevins, Jenifer Blevins, Hanna (George) Hart, Michael (Mindy) McClane, Jade McClane, Kisha (Steve) Summers, Erin (Jacob) Freeman; 15 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great grandchildren; one sister, Janet Keil and many loved nieces and nephews.

In addition to her beloved husband, Don, Joyce was preceded in death by one son, Chris McClane; her parents; sisters, Wanda Eileen Barr, Barbara Thomas Sutt, Phyllis Carpenter; brothers, Paul Carpenter, John Darrell Carpenter, and half-brother, Leon Clifford Carpenter.

Private Graveside Services will be held at a later date at Saint Mary’s Cemetery with Fr. Robert Zwilling officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made in Joyce’s memory to a charity of your choice.

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

Mary Mildred Cooley, 77

Mary Mildred Cooley, 77, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away peacefully at her residence on Sunday, September 3, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.

 Visitation for Mary will be Friday, September 8, 2023, at Gospel Kingdom Church, 1440 West Third Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

 Funeral Service will be held at Gospel Kingdom Church on Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Brandon Hodgson presiding.  A burial service will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery on College Drive in Mt. Carmel.

 Mary was born to the late Reverend Frank and Willa (Wineheart) Peach on September 22, 1945, in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. She graduated from Mt. Carmel High School Class of 1963. She went to Colburn Beauty Academy and received her Associates Degree. She worked as a hairdresser for over fifty years, starting Fresh As A Daisy beauty shop in 1982.

 Mary married William Cooley at Trinity Methodist Church on August 3, 1968. To this union three children were born Coleen (Jason) Nunley of Collinsville, Oklahoma, Erin (Pat) Broedel of Mt. Carmel, and John (Amy) Cooley of Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Also surviving are siblings John (Beverly) Peach, David (Barbara) Peach, Tom Peach, Bob (Leona) Peach, Nancy (Don) Lawson, Rachel Martin; nine grandchildren: Cayla (Jeremy) Critcheloe, Cameron (Dustin) Goff, Cody, Collin and Caitlyn Broedel, William, McKenzie, Emmitt, and Nash Cooley; and six great grandchildren: Mary, Boaz, Israel, Andy Critcheloe, Rylan, and Dylan Goff.

Those preceding her in death include her parents, husband of fifty-two years, and three sisters: Willa May, Hope and Darlena.

 Mary Loved Jesus. She was very devoted to her church, her family and her work as hairdresser. She was an active member of Gospel Kingdom Church in Mt. Carmel.

Donations in Mary’s memory may be made to Gospel Kingdom Church, 1440 West Third Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois, 62863.

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

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

Patrick L. Wallace, 83

Patrick L. Wallace of Evansville, IN, formerly of Mt. Carmel, IL. passed away on Friday, September 1st, 2023.

Patrick was born on February 16, 1940, in Potomac, Illinois to Farrell and Helen (Leatherman) Wallace. He married Mary Jane Arnholt on February 1, 1964, in Danville, IL

Patrick is survived by his wife Mary Jane, daughter Susan Wallace, and daughter Kerry (Christian) Montz along with grand-daughter Alexis. Also, he is survived by his sister-in-law Judy Wallace along with his niece and nephews.

Patrick proudly served in the Navy before going to college.

Patrick worked over fifty-five years in the engineering field. He first started in Champaign, IL and then he and Mary Jane moved on to Mt. Vernon, IL. He and the family moved on to Mt. Carmel, IL in 1970 where he worked for several decades. He and Mary Jane then moved on to Evansville, IN in 2007 where he worked until he retired.

Patrick is preceded in death by his parents, sister Juanita Metzger, brothers William and Michael Wallace, nephew Todd Wallace, and brother-in-law Jack Metzger.

The family will be holding a private memorial service at a later date.

The family would like to thank the nurses and caregivers at Heart to Heart and The Heritage Center for their attentive care.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association ( https://www.heart.org/en/get-involved/ways-to-give ) or the National Kidney Foundation ( https://www.kidney.org/?campaign=497078 ). Or, you can give to a charity of your choice.

Imogene (Siefferman) Taylor, age 102

Imogene (Siefferman) Taylor, age 102, went to be with her heavenly father on September 1, 2023. She was at Oakview Nursing home with her loving family by her side.

Visitation will be Tuesday, September 5, 2023, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Community Church Of God, 1532 College Drive in Mt Carmel, Illinois.

Services will be held Wednesday, September 6, 2023, at 10:30 AM at Community Church Of God in Mt Carmel, with Pastor Joy Sherman officiating. Burial will follow in Highland Memorial Cemetery.

Imogene was born to Fred and Maude (Fisher) Wallace on May 13, 1921, in Wabash County Illinois. She was married to Leland Siefferman on May 13, 1939, in Henderson, Kentucky until his death in 1982. To this union four children were born: Kenneth, Larry, Patricia, and Joe. In 1988 she married Clifford Taylor. He preceded her in death.

She grew up on a small family farm near Mt Carmel and was a lifelong resident of Mt Carmel. She had a deep Christian faith, was a Sunday school teacher and a faithful member of the Community Church Of God. She was very active in both community missions work and in various international missions. She enjoyed spending time with her family. She was a sales representative for Hillestad Pharmaceuticals for nutritional products.

Those left to cherish her memory include her family, Kenneth (Judy) Siefferman of Cincinnati OH, Larry (Pat) Siefferman of Maggie Valley, North Carolina, Patricia Siefferman of Charlotte, North Carolina, and Joe (Lynnie) Siefferman of Sun City West, Arizona; grandchildren, Caroline Zapf, Andy Payne, LeAnn Busdecker, Aaron Callaway, Alison Band, Madison Fann, Jason Siefferman, Brian Siefferman, Nathan Siefferman; and fourteen great grandchildren.

Memorials in Imogene’s name can be made to Community Church Of God, 1532 College Drive in Mt. Carmel, Illinois, 62863 or Samaritan’s Purse, P.O. Box 3000, Boone, North Carolina 28607 or in care of the funeral home.

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

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

Robert E. Tennes, 83

Robert E. Tennes, 83, of, Mount Carmel, Illinois passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at River Oaks Health Campus in Princeton, Indiana with his loving family by his side. He was born on April 10, 1940 in Mount Carmel, Illinois, the son of Martin S. and Katherine (Kieffer) Tennes.  He graduated from Mount Carmel High School Class of 1958.  Bob married Ann Morris on July 5, 1968, and together they enjoyed fifty-five years of marriage centered around their family.

 Bob faithfully served his Country in the United States Army.  He was a loving husband, father and grandfather.  He was very proud of his family and treasured time spent with them.  Bob was a lifelong farmer in Wabash County.  He graduated from SIU in 1962 and moved back home to farm with his brother, Norman Tennes.  He also worked for USDA following graduation.  Bob grew up attending St. Sebastian Catholic Church and was very proud of his Catholic faith.   In Bob’s free time, he enjoyed going to auctions and cattle livestock auctions. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Wabash County Farm Bureau. Bob will be missed by his family and friends.

 Bob will be remembered by his loving wife, Ann Tennes; son, Mark Tennes and wife Penny; granddaughter, Amelia Tennes; many loved cousins, nieces and nephews.

 Bob was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Leroy Tennes, Simon Tennes, Bernard Tennes and Norman Tennes; sisters, Marie Zimmer, Florence McIntire, Clara Rose Tennes, Loretta Boss and Irene Somers.

 Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Saturday, September, 2, 2023 at St. Sebastian Catholic Church.

 A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 12:00 p.m., Saturday, September 2, 2023, at St. Sebastian Catholic Church with Father Robert Zwilling officiating.  Burial with Full Military Honors will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery in Mount Carmel.

 Memorial contributions may be made in Bob’s memory to St. Sebastian Catholic Church.  Envelopes will be at the church 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 Bob’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Tennes family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Dolores Margaret Paschal, 96

Dolores Margaret Paschal, 96, of Grayville, Illinois, died Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, Indiana. She was born July 3, 1927, in Tonkawa, Oklahoma, the daughter of Gail and Vinnie F. (Johnson) Jennings. She was married to Bobbie Lee Paschal in 1951, and he survives.

Dolores was a member of the Grayville United Methodist Church, and worked for many years as a medical care receptionist. She and her husband, Bobbie, traveled on their Gold Wing motorcycle to all states and provinces of the United States and Canada with the exception of Hawaii and the Northwest Territory.

Survivors include her husband, Bobbie Paschal of Grayville; sons Daniel (Jan) Paschal of Lafayette, Tennessee, Don (Pam) Paschal of Belton, Kentucky, Gail (Kim) Paschal of Albion, Illinois; grandchildren Josh (Leslie), Tim, William, Katie (Michael), Makayla (Ethan), Jennifer; great-grandchildren Adriana, Lydia, Alyvia, Easton, Maggie, Abigail,Axel, Alex, and Cullen. 

She is preceded in death by her parents; sisters Helen Williams, Dorothy Schauf; and brother William Jennings.

In keeping with her wishes, Dolores, was cremated and the family will have a celebration of her life at a later date.

Cook Funeral Chapel in Grayville, Illinois, is assisting the family.

Visitation: No Visitation

Service: Family celebration at a later date