Local Obituaries for Families in Shawneetown, Equality, and Ridgway IL.
Elmer McCuan
Jan 31, 2026
Elmer McCuan, 87 of Equality, passed away peacefully at 7:25 A.M, Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Gallatin Manor Nursing Home in Ridgway.
Elmer was born on August 10, 1938, in Glendale, IL, to the late Orviel McCuan and Leora (Craig) McCuan. Elmer married the late Helen Adams on March 24, 1965. They shared 57 years of marriage together and are now...
Larry E. "Butch" Morse
Jan 30, 2026
Larry E. "Butch" Morse 82 a lifelong resident of Shawneetown passed away January 30th at 3:45pm at his home. He was born in Metropolis, IL on December 14, 1943, the son of the late Luray Morse and Melba (Elam) Beasley. On July 13, 1963, he married the love of his life of 62 years to Judy (Rider) Morse who survives....
Marcia Rae Dulaney
Jan 26, 2026
“Marcia Rae Dulaney, of New Haven, Illinois, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026, at her home.
Marcia was born on October 13, 1947, to Mark and Bernice (Cozart) Sowels in Harrisburg, Illinois. She graduated from Harrisburg High School in 1965 and went on to pursue a career in the medical field. Marcia eventually became a registered nurse and worked in...
Marie L Shewmaker
Jan 23, 2026
Marie L (Thompson) Shewmaker peacefully departed this world January 23, 2026, at 3:45am at the Anchor -Voyage Senior Living in Marion, IL with her loved ones by her side. Marie was born July 12, 1943, in Omaha IL to Raymond and Adeline Thompson. She was the third of six children raised on their family farm in rural Omaha. Marie spoke...
Sharon Lee (Heaton) Bryant
Dec 19, 2025
Sharon Lee (Heaton) Bryant, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, departed this world on December 19, 2025, at the age of 90, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family in Eldorado, Illinois. Born on November 23, 1935, in Linton, Indiana, she was the cherished daughter of Floyd Allen Heaton and Mildred L. (Cunningham) Heaton.
Sharon led an extraordinary life...
Jimmie "Jim" Lenn Mann
Dec 14, 2025
Jimmie Lenn Mann, 77, a resident of Carrier Mills, Illinois since 2015, passed away December 14, 2025 at his residence.
Jim or "J.L." was born May 1, 1948, in Shawneetown, Illinois to the late Charles Wesley and Margaret Irene (Gobel) Mann. Jim was the youngest of eleven, 7 boys and 4 girls, who were born to the couple and the only...
Mickey Mitchell
Dec 2, 2025
Mickey Mitchell, a devoted wife, mother, teacher, and a true servant of Christ, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2025, in Evansville, Indiana, surrounded by love. Born on August 2, 1944, in Equality, Illinois, Mickey spent her life embodying kindness and care, touching the hearts of all who knew her.Mickey dedicated her professional life to teaching at the Equality Christian...
Charles Bennett Aydelott
Nov 8, 2025
Charles Bennett Aydelott, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025, in Evansville, Indiana. Born on July 3, 1942, in Eldorado, Illinois, Charles lived a life devoted to his family and community.
A retired farmer, Charles's life was rooted in the simplicity and hard work that the agricultural life demanded. He also served as a...
Bernard "Bernie" L. Bayer
Oct 28, 2025
Bernard Louis Bayer died on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at home and at peace. Bernie was born on May 5, 1945, at Ferrell Hospital in Eldorado, Illinois, the third son of Martha Manetta Muenstermann, a homemaker and saint, and Frank Leo Bayer, a farmer. Bernie grew up on the Muenstermann family farm north of Equality, Illinois, with four brothers and...
Marilyn Kay Baldwin
Oct 5, 2025
Marilyn Kay Baldwin, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on October 5, 2025, at her home in Junction, Illinois. Born on October 24, 1954, in Eldorado, Illinois, Marilyn touched the lives of many during her time on this earth, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and dedication.
For 48 years, Marilyn...
Marlene Naas
Sep 19, 2025
Marlene Naas, a beloved mother, grandmother, and devoted wife, passed from this earthly realm on September 19, 2025, in the place that she called home. Born on July 4, 1950, in Harrisburg, Illinois, Marlene embraced life with a vigor that inspired all who were fortunate enough to know her. Her warmth, kindness, and nurturing spirit made a profound impact on...
Herman "Barney" Barnett Jr.
Sep 8, 2025
Herman "Barney" Barnett Jr., a cherished member of the Harrisburg community, peacefully departed this world on September 8, 2025, at the Carrier Mills Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and dedication. Born on January 18, 1931, in Eagle Creek, Illinois, Barney was a steadfast guiding light to all who knew him.Barney's career spanned over 30 years...
Diana Lynch
Sep 3, 2025
Diana Lynn "Burgess" Lynch, a cherished mother and grandmother, left this world on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. Born on August 7, 1952, in Eldorado, Illinois, Diana's spirit was shaped by her early years in Saline County, where her love for family took root.
Her journey in life brought her to marry her beloved husband, Henry David Lynch, on May 21, 1967....
Larry Todd Belt
Aug 16, 2025
Larry Todd Belt, age 61, passed away August 16th, 2025, after a long battle with multiple chronic illnesses. He is now joined in heaven with his father, Larry Russell Belt, his mother, Sharon Lynn (Speer) Belt, and his sister Pamela Lynn (Belt) Thorsen. Todd was loved by his entire family, coworkers, and friends.
He was born on March 25, 1964, in...
Frank Sisk
Aug 14, 2025
It is with great sorrow and a heavy heart that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved Frank Sisk. Frank was born on November 28, 1955, in East St. Louis to William and Maybelle Sisk. He was married to the Love of his life for 45 years Denise (Penrod) Sisk. He also leaves behind daughters Angi (Jim) Hise of...
Doris Morton
Aug 13, 2025
Doris Joan (Walters) Morton closed her eyes at her home in Equality, Illinois and opened them again at her home in Heaven on the morning of August 13, 2025. She was 87 years old. Doris was born at home in Junction, Illinois on September 12, 1937 to the late James and Mae (Willis) Walters. She was the last surviving sibling...
Jolena K. Patterson
Aug 6, 2025
Jolena K. Patterson, 75, of Oblong, IL, formerly of Shawneetown, IL, passed away unexpectedly at home on August 6, 2025. She was born on October 7, 1949, in Rock Creek, IL, to Floyd “Dickie” Lane and Nadine (Dillon) Lane. Prior to graduating from Cave-In-Rock High School in 1967, she was active in cheerleading and was voted Homecoming Queen her senior...
Edward "Sonny" Thacker
Aug 1, 2025
Edward "Sonny” Thacker age 87 from Eldorado, Illinois passed away on August 1,2025 at Deaconess Hospital in Henderson, Ky surrounded by his sister’s. He was born on August 27,1937 to the late Claude and Martha Thacker who preceded him in death. Sonny grew up in Thacker Holler. He was an avid NASCAR fan where he loved to attend in person....
Rev. Larry Gordon Lewis
Jul 27, 2025
Rev. Larry Gordon Lewis of Junction, Illinois, went home to glory on July 27, 2025 leaving behind a powerful legacy of faith, ministry, and devotion to Jesus Christ. Born December 9, 1942 at Rosiclare hospital, Larry’s life was quickly called to ministry including years of preaching the gospel and shepherding God’s people. Larry was first ordained as a minister in...
Gregory Krikie
Jun 27, 2025
Gregory Philip "Greg" Krikie, 61, of Junction, Illinois, passed away after a gallant fight against cancer at his home on Friday, June 27th , 2025. He was born in Eldorado on August 22nd , 1963 to the late James Krikie and Virginia Rose (Frier) Case. Greg was also raised by his step father, Carl J. "Butch" Case who also preceded...
