FUNERAL REPORT-Donald Hinderliter

Funeral Services were held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 28, 2018 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home to honor the life of Donald Hinderliter.  Pastor Randy Snelling conducted the service that included a welcome message, reading of the obituary, homily, open time for sharing fond memories of Don’s life and prayer.  Scripture passages included 1 Corinthians 15:50-55 and 2 Corinthians 15:42-46.  Musical selection during the service included, “Love, Me” by Collin Ray, “Jealous of the Angels” by Donna Taggart and “Go Rest High on that Mountain” by Vince Gill.  Don’s granddaughters, Brittany and Taylor Newton also sang, “Dancing in the Sky.”  Burial took place at Highland Memorial Cemetery in Mount Carmel, Illinois.  Pallbearers were Scott Grounds, Jeff Minnis, Logan Keil, Michael Kolb, Jim Newton, Gary Krug and Dale Schnepp.  Keepes Funeral Home is honored to serve the Hinderliter family.

FUNERAL REPORT-Sandra J. Henson

Funeral Services were held at 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at the Heartland Worship Center in Mount Carmel, Illinois to honor the life of Sandra J. Henson. Pastor Tony Hodgson conducted the service that included opening prayer, scriptural passages, message and closing prayer. Darla Groff Flannery sang, “What I Know about Heaven” and “Jealous of the Angels.” At the conclusion of the funeral service Niki Guller sang, “Who Am I.” Burial took place at Highland Memorial Cemetery where Sandra was laid to rest next to her beloved husband, Larry “Skeeter” Henson. Pallbearers were Trevor Henson, Whit Smith, Bill Hollan, Jeff Perry, Kim Franklin and Billy Kieffer. Keepes Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Sandra J. Henson.

Jackie Sampson, 93

Jackie Sampson, 93, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois passed away Tuesday, November 27, 2018, at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville, Indiana.

She was born October 24, 1925, in Wabash County, Illinois, the daughter of Bernard and Clo Ellen (Lancaster) Dardeen. Jackie married James Karl Sampson May 29, 1944. He preceded her in death September 2, 2018, after 74 years of marriage.

Jackie was a member of the Full Gospel Tabernacle in Mt. Carmel. In her younger years she enjoyed teaching Sunday school. She devoted her life to the Lord and family. For 32 years Jackie worked at North School as a cook. She loved to travel.

Left to cherish Jackie’s memory are her sons, Bobbie and his wife Janet Sampson and James Harold Sampson; eleven grandchildren, Kerry, Steve, Tracey, Joe, Ellen, Selena, Craig, Paul, David, Mark and Lessine; twenty-nine great grandchildren; eighteen great-great grandchildren; and siblings, Mary Imogene Price, Harold Ray Dardeen and Robert Lewis Dardeen.

Jackie was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son, Lee Sampson; two grandchildren, Jason and Jackey; and siblings Jim Dardeen and Russell Dardeen.

Visitation will be at Short Funeral Home on Thursday, November 29, 2018, from 12:00 noon until 1:00 p.m. The funeral service will follow at 1:00 p.m. with burial immediately after at Highland Memorial Cemetery.

Memorials can be made to Hope Fellowship Church.

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

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

Wanda Jean Thompson, 91

Wanda Jean Thompson, 91, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois passed away Friday, November 23, 2018, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, Indiana.

She was born May 23, 1927, the daughter of Fred and Stella (Vincent) Robinson in Wabash County, Illinois. Wanda graduated from Mt. Carmel High School in 1944. On October 1, 1947, she married Herman Ray Thompson at the Adams Corner Parsonage. He preceded her in death on April 5, 2013, after 65 years of marriage.

When Wanda was growing up she was a member of the Evangelical United Methodist Church in Patton, Illinois where she served as pianist. Her church membership is now at Evangelical United Methodist Church in Mt. Carmel. During her life Wanda was secretary to the judge in Wabash County, worked in Sterile Processing at Wabash General Hospital and was a seamstress at the Mt. Carmel Garment Factory. She loved camping, traveling and shopping.

Left to treasure her memory are a daughter, Pamela Nolting and her husband Bill of New Albany; two grandchildren, Ryan Nolting and Matthew (Rachel) Nolting; four great-grandchildren, Michael Riley, Isacc Nolting, Alex Nolting and Anna Nolting, and one on the way.

Wanda is preceded in death by her parents; husband; one son, Fredrick Michael Thompson; and siblings, Floyd Robinson, Freada Moore, Byard Robinson, Imogene Robinson and Wilbur Robinson.

Visitation will be Thursday, November 29, 2018, from 4:30 until 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Friday, November 30, 2018, from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m. will be a visitation prior to the funeral service beginning at 2:00 p.m. at the Wabash Presbyterian Church in Orio with burial in Orio Cemetery immediately following.

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

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

Sandra J. Henson, 74

Sandra J. Henson, 74, of Mount Carmel, Illinois passed away peacefully on Friday, November 23, 2018 at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville, Indiana surrounded by the love of the family.  She was born on June 17, 1944 in Princeton, Indiana, the daughter of Herman “Skinny” and Loretta (Guller) Wade.  Sandy married Larry “Skeeter” Henson on July 4, 1966 at the Pentecostal Faith Assembly in Mount Carmel, Illinois.  Sandy and Skeeter enjoyed fifty years of marriage before his passing on October 26, 2016.

Sandy was a faithful member of Heartland Worship Center where she loved being a door greeter at church and loved helping in the kitchen for the various church functions.  Sandy loved being around her church family, singing praise and worship songs and praising the Lord.  In her spare time, she enjoyed decorating her porch with beautiful flowers and other seasonal decorations.  Sandy worked at Snap On Tools for thirty years.

Other activities enjoyed by Sandy included going on trips with her granddaughter Haley and her many friends.  Another treasured past-time for Sandy was the time she spent at their river camp hosting many family gatherings.  Sandy will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Sandy will be remembered by son, Larry (Patty) Henson; daughter, Kelly Robinson; seven grandchildren; six great grandchildren; sister, Sharon Jones; and two nieces.

Sandy was preceded in death by her parents; loving husband, Larry “Skeeter” Henson and daughter, Shelly (Henson) Smith.

Family and friends are invited to gather from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at Heartland Worship Center 221 W. 2nd Street, Mount Carmel, Illinois.  Funeral Services will be at 12:00 p.m. at the Church with Pastor Tony Hodgson officiating.  Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery in Mount Carmel, Illinois where Sandy will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband.

Sandy wanted to give a special thank you to her care-givers Jimmy and Sherry Dardeen; sister in law, Joan Perry; friend, Delores Ellis; a very special thank you is given to Pastor Tony and Donna Hodgson for their help and support as well as Shaun and Kim Keepes of Keepes Funeral Home.  

Memorial contributions may be made in Sandy’s memory to heartland Worship Center.

Envelopes will be at the church 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 Sandy’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Henson family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Peggy Dunkel, 85

Peggy Dunkel, 85, of Mt. Carmel, IL passed away November 23, 2018 at Transcendent Healthcare of Owensville.

Peggy was born on August 19, 1933, the oldest child of Gerald August and Blanche (Burns) TenBarge. She graduated from Mt. Carmel High School in 1951.  Peggy married Harry Joseph Dunkel at Camp Cook Army Base in Lompoc, CA. He preceded her in death on September 18, 2005.  After proposing in February 1952 over the phone, Peggy drove across the country with a girlfriend and they married on May 30, 1952. Their wedding date happened to be on a Friday, which Catholics were not supposed to eat meat; so they settled on a tuna fish sandwich for their wedding dinner. Peggy worked as a bookkeeper for a while when Harry was still in the Army, and later she worked at Pepsi Cola from 1961-1988. Peggy faced many health issues later in life but she overcame them with her strong will to play bridge! She just recently accomplished her goal of Gold Life Master! Her other hobbies included cooking, enjoying time with family and friends, and playing bingo. She traveled all over the Tri-State area to play bridge and even bingo. You may think a woman in her 70’s and 80’s may have to slow down at some point, driving herself all over to play the game. In her case, that did not happen, she even discovered how to use the internet! Peggy loved playing bridge online with people all over the world. She referred to herself as “Grandma Bling” to her grandchildren for her love of matching accessories from head to toes, including her festive manicures which were also a topic of conversation at the bridge table.  She made so many friends and she loved sharing this with her family. One of her online friends came to visit her in her final few weeks at the hospital. They had never met in person until that moment. That in itself explains the type of woman Peggy was.

She will be remembered as a fun, life-loving, and caring woman. Peggy’s proudest moments were having her children and grandchildren and they will miss her greatly. They enjoyed fifty-three years together, six children, nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Peggy is survived by her sons, David and wife Karen Dunkel, Kevin Dunkel, Patrick and wife Vicki Dunkel, Terry “Ace” Dunkel all of Mt. Carmel and Richard Dunkel of Newburgh, IN; grandchildren, Jennifer and husband Kevin Adrian, Curtis and wife Paula Dunkel, Katie Dunkel, Tyler and wife Kristin Haycraft, Cami and husband Marty Tennes, Callie Dunkel, Jordan Dunkel,  and Jackson Dunkel; five great –grandchildren, Adam, Harrison, Brianna, Otto, and Elyse; two brothers, Jerry and wife Sharon TenBarge of Ft. Walton Beach, Fl and Richard and wife Pat TenBarge of Holland MI.

Preceded in death by her parents, Gerald and Blanche; husband, Harry; daughter, Laura Jo Dunkel; grandson, Adam Michael Dunkel.

Friends and family may call from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. on Friday November 30, 2018 in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home with a Rosary Service beginning at 8:45 a.m. Service will follow visitation at 11:00 a.m. with burial immediately following next to her husband at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.           

Memorial contributions may be made in her name to St. Mary’s Catholic School; envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

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

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

Donald Hinderliter, 72

Donald Hinderliter, 72, of Mount Carmel, Illinois passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 24, 2018 at his residence surrounded by the love of his family.  He was born on February 12, 1946 in Princeton, Indiana the son of Kyle and Eva (Pfeiffer) Hinderliter.  He graduated from Mount Carmel High School Class of 1964.  Don married Lynn Hinderliter on September 14, 1991 and together they enjoyed twenty-seven years of marriage.

Don will be remembered as a loving husband, father and grandfather.  His favorite times were spent with family.  Don was a very selfless man and he was always putting others first.  He was a very hard worker where he retired as an electrician supervisor from PSI Power Plant after twenty dedicated years of service.  Don then went on to work at Wabash Plastics in Evansville, IN for ten years.  Among his hobbies, Don enjoyed riding motorcycles and his racing number was # 51S.  Don was a member of Berryville Christian Church.  He will be missed by his family and all who knew him.

Don will be remembered by his loving wife, Lynn Hinderliter of Mount Carmel; son, Troy Hinderliter of Mount Carmel;  four daughters, Kim (Keith) Ayres of Evansville, IN, Heather (Chris) Willoughby of Vincennes, IN, Margie (Gary) Krug of Allendale, IL and Meredith (Rodney) Newton of Princeton, IN; grandchildren, Brittany Newton, Taylor Newton, Seth Hinderliter, Jesse Hinderliter, Brooke Ayres, Beau Ayres, Gary Perry, Beth Pack, Nick Perry, Ashley Krug, Page Willoughby and Gaven Willoughby; five great grandchildren; brother, Harold (Audrey) Hinderliter of Mount Carmel; and one niece, Stacey (Jeff) Boone.

Don was preceded in death by his parents and granddaughter, Hadley Willoughby.

Family and friends are invited to gather from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 27, 2018 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.

Funeral Services will be at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 28, 2018 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home with Pastor Randy Snelling officiating.  Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery in Mount Carmel, IL.

Memorial contributions may be made in Don’s memory to Berryville Christian Church or to the American Cancer Society.  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 Don’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Hinderliter family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Debbie Sue Lathrop, 66

Debbie Sue Lathrop, 66, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois passed away November 20, 2018 at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Evansville, Indiana.

She was born on June 8, 1952 at Wabash General Hospital in Mt. Carmel , the daughter of James E. and Freda (Newkirk) Calverley.  She graduated from Mt. Carmel High School in 1970.  She continued her education at Lansing Community College, where she received her associate’s degree. Debbie met her future husband, Jerry, at Sunday school when she was four.  The sweethearts married on Saturday, October 7, 1972, at the First Christian Church Disciples of Christ in Mt. Carmel. They had a great life together.

She was a lifelong member of the First Christian Church Disciples of Christ. She served as church deacon. Debbie spent her life working as a secretary and the last fifteen years for First Christian Church Disciples of Christ. She was a member of Beta Sigma Phi and Eastern Star. She was Past Honored Queen Job’s Daughters Bethel #74.

Left to cherish her memory are her children, Karissa and her husband Clinton Anderson, Douglas and his wife Kathie Lathrop, all of Mt. Carmel and Matthew Lathrop and Fiancée Danielle Daniel of Grayville; grandchildren, McKinnon Anderson, Connor Anderson, Brennan Lathrop, Rhiannon Anderson, Shaleea Bratcher, Colin Lathrop, Keagan Lathrop, Myra Lathrop and Asher Lathrop.

Preceded in death by her husband, Jerry; parents, James and Freda; sister, Barbara Kehoe.

Friends and family are welcome to visit with the family on Friday November 23, 2018 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 24, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home. Debbie will be buried next to her husband in Highland Memorial Cemetery.         

Memorials can be made to The First Christian Church Disciples of Christ.  Memorials envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

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

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

FUNERAL REPORT- Marilyn S. Moore

FUNERAL REPORT

Funeral Services were held at 12:00 p.m., November 17, 2018 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home to honor the life of Marilyn S. Moore.  Pastor Deron Colgan officiated the service and was assisted by Pastor David Shain.  Pastor Shain opened the services with an opening prayer, scripture passages and prayer.  Musical selection during the service included, “How Great thou Art” and “In the Garden”.  Pastor Colgan read the obituary and offered words of remembrance.  He also shared a special condolence letter written on behalf of the International Society for Clinical Laboratory Technology for all of Marilyn’s devoted service to the organization throughout the years.  Jennifer Colgan sang, “Go Rest High on that Mountain”.  Burial took place in Bethel Cemetery in Wayne County, Illinois where she was laid to rest next to her beloved husband, Stephen Moore.  Pallbearers were Alex Shain, Beau Hadra, Tim Eyer, Bobbie Weir, Danny Eyer and Steve Smith.  Honorary pallbearers were Mark Birenbaum and John Fisher.  Keepes Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Marilyn S. Moore.

Roy J. (Joe) VanLue, 86

Roy J. (Joe) VanLue, 86 passed away at 5:25pm Friday, November 16, 2018 at Select Specialty Hospital in Evansville, IN.He went peacefully with his sister-in-law & caregiver, Margie VanLue by his side.He was born in Knox County, Indiana on May 22, 1932 to William & Bertha (Peach) VanLue.He married the Love of his life , Alice Elaine Perry on July 14, 1956.

They were married 49 wonderful years. Joe was a very caring & appreciative man. He loved his sister-in-law, Margie's dog Ellie May. It just made his day when they would visit him at Fox Ridge Assisted Living where he lived before he went in the hospital. Joe worked at Autolite Battery Factory as an Oiler before entering the service in 1949. He earned an honorable discharge from the United States Army after serving for 6 years. He served in Korea. He received an Occupational Medal (Germany), Korean Service Medal, UN Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal & a Good Conduct Medal w/1st Clasp. He went to work at Snap-on Tools after retiring out of the service. He retired from Snap-on Tools August 17, 1992. Joe had a Life Membership to the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents & his wife Elaine. Brothers Clifford (Marie), Lyndon (Juanita), Tony, Paul (Melba) & Noble (Norma). Sisters Myrtle, Garnet, Wilma (Jim) Schoonover & Belva (Harold) Phegley. He is survived by one sister, Esther (Eldon) Madding, his sister-in-law & Caretaker, Margie (Chet) VanLue & several nieces & nephews.

Funeral services for Joe will be held at Goodwin Funeral Home, 524 Broadway, Vincennes, IN with Brother Jerry VanLue officiating. Visitation will be prior to the service from 10-12 EST on Tuesday & the service will be at 12 noon EST at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Highland Memorial, Mt. Carmel, IL.

FUNERAL REPORT-Florence McIntire

Funeral Services were held at 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 13, 2018 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home to honor the life of Florence McIntire.  Father Bill Rowe conducted the service that included an opening prayer, message, scripture passages and a closing prayer.  Florence’s great-granddaughter Elizabeth Hefner read a passage from the Holy Bible.  Congregational Hymns were “Amazing Grace” and “Precious Lord”.  Burial took place in Highland Memorial Cemetery where Florence was laid to rest next to her beloved husband, H. Keith McIntire.  Pallbearers were Christopher McIntire, Brian McIntire, Matt Hocking, Joel Hefner, Josh Galloway, David Williams and Clayton Meeks.  Keepes Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Florence McIntire.

Marilyn S. Moore, 71

Marilyn S. Moore, 71, of Mount Carmel, Illinois passed away Monday, November 12, 2018 at River Oaks Health Campus in Princeton Indiana surrounded by the love of her family. She was born September 5, 1947 in Mount Carmel, Illinois the daughter of Ralph L. and Geneva I. (Smith) Shain. She married Stephen Moore in October of 1968 and he preceded her in death.

Marilyn was employed at Wabash General Hospital as a medical technologist in the laboratory department and was Laboratory Supervisor at Evansville Internal Medicine Associates. She was a member of the American Association of Bio Analysts where she was elected to the Board of Directors and served as Vice President and President on the National Level. Marilyn was also a member of the American Board of Registry for AAB. In her spare time Marilyn enjoyed Camping and Fishing. Marilyn was a member of the Free Methodist Church. She was loved by many nd will be missed by all who knew her.

Marilyn will be fondly remembered by her brothers, John (Connie) Shain and Jim (Laura) Shain; sisters, Barbara (Timothy) Eyer, Carolyn Spray, Nancy Rayborn, Patricia (Faye) Griffith, Wanda Kay Neff, and Vesta Weir; many loved nieces and nephews.

Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Steve Moore; brother, Lyman Shain; and sister, Catherine Kolb.

Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Saturday, November 17, 2018 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.

Funeral Services will be 12:00 p.m., Saturday, November 17, 2018 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home with name Pastor Deron Colgan and Pastor David Shain officiating. Burial will follow at Bethel Cemetery in Wayne County, Illinois.

Memorial contributions may be made in Marilyn’s memory to Free Methodist Church or Hope Pregnancy Center. 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 Marilyn’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Moore and Shain families, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Florence McIntire, 89

Florence McIntire, 89, of Mount Carmel, Illinois passed away Thursday, November 8, 2018 after losing her battle with cancer.   Florence passed peacefully at home surrounded by the love of her family.  She was born April 21, 1929 in Wabash County, Illinois the daughter of Martin S. and Katherine (Kieffer) Tennes.  She married H. Keith McIntire and he preceded her in death in January of 1982.

Florence was a member of the 1947 graduating class at Mount Carmel High School and a member of Saint Mary’s Catholic Church.  She enjoyed working in and shopping at resale shops in the area.  She loved being helpful to others.  Florence had a real zest for living but her greatest passion was her family.  She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.  She will be dearly missed.

Florence will forever be remembered by her two sons, Gary (Sandra) McIntire and Stephen (Sue Harrison) McIntire all of Mount Carmel; grandchildren, Christopher (Trish) McIntire, Kelly (Matthew) Hocking, Brian (Maria) McIntire, Stacy (Joel) Hefner, Sara (Josh) Galloway, Suzanne (Clayton) Meeks, Sabrina (David) Williams; nineteen great- grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; two brothers, Bernard (Beverly) Tennes of Charlotte Michigan and Robert (Ann) Tennes of Mount Carmel; one sister, Irene Somers of Champaign, Illinois.

Florence was preceded in death by her parents; husband; sisters, Loretta Boss, Marie Zimmer and Clara Rose Tennes; brothers, Leroy, Simon and Norman Tennes; daughter-in-law, Vicki McIntire. 

Family and friends are invited to gather from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 13, 2018 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home. 

Funeral Services will be 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 13, 2018 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral home with Father Bill Rowe officiating.  Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in Florence’s memory to Saint Mary’s School General Fund.  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 Florence’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the McIntire family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Shirley Ann Van Matre, 83

Shirley Ann Van Matre 83, of Mount Carmel, Illinois passed away Thursday, November 8, 2018 at the home of her son, Terry Van Matre, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on September 19, 1935 in Wabash County, Illinois the daughter of Melvin and Irene (Summers) Couch. She married George Van Matre on October 31, 1954 and he preceded her in death on January 26, 1999.

Shirley was a very caring person which was evident in her working years as a ward clerk in the nursing homes. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She greatly enjoyed cooking and baking for her family. She grew a bountiful garden and canned the fruits of her labor for all to enjoy. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were dear to her heart and she enjoyed spoiling them every chance she could get. Shirley was a member of Friendsville Pentecostal Faith Assembly Church. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Shirley will be remembered by her three sons, William (Carol) Van Matre, Terry (Kim) Van Matre, Gary Van Matre; eight grandchildren, Amanda (Allan) Medler, Joshua (Sarah) Van Matre, Natalie (Daniel) Johnson, Chad (Christy) Van Matre, Sean (Kendra) Van Matre, Christina (Joseph) Smith, Whitney (Stephen) Hamm, Mason (Bailee Peacock) Van Matre; great-grandchildren, Michael and William Medler, Noah, Ellison, Loralei and Dorothy Van Matre, Benjamin Johnson, Trenton, Mariah, Preston and Autumn Van Matre, Madison Drew, Alisha, Nathan, Hannah and Levi Smith, Sophia and Amelia Hamm.

Shirley was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter, Pattie Ann Van Matre; sisters, Lucille Couch and Alice Allen.

Family and friends are invited to gather from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Monday, November 12, 2018 at the Friendsville Pentecostal Faith Assembly Church in Friendsville, Illinois. Graveside Services will follow at 12:15 p.m. in Friendsville Cemetery with Brother Bill Reed officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made in Shirley’s memory to the Pentecostal Faith Assembly Building Fund. Envelopes will be at the Church 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 Shirley’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Van Matre family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Betty M. Richardson, 89

Betty M. Richardson, 89, of Mount Carmel, Illinois passed away Tuesday, November 6, 2018 surrounded by her loving family. She was born October 28, 1929 in Wabash County, Illinois the daughter of Merle and Marie (Tisdale) Allen. She married Gerald “Cotton” Richardson and he preceded her in death.

Betty was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Her family meant the world to her. She will be deeply missed.

Betty will be remembered by her children, Nancy (Robert) Gossman of Evansville, Indiana, Jerry (Elaine) Richardson of Jacksonville, North Carolina, Kim (Shelley) Richardson of Mount Carmel, Illinois; grandchildren, Amy (Jim) Yang, Brent (Ashley) Richardson, Lindsey (Joe) Dee, Ashley (Zach) Kanipe, Brittney (Jason) Ishmael, Holly Gossman; great-grandchildren, Tye, Quaid, Hatcher and Annie Kanipe, Gibson, Zoë, Sawyer and River Richardson, Ethan and Kai Yang, Emma, Ruby and Violet Dee, Sophie, Mac, Cooper and Jackson Ishmael; brothers, Donald Allen and Glenn Allen and many nieces and nephews.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Cotton Richardson; brothers, William and Richard Allen; sisters, Wilma Smith, Joyce Doan and Joann Allen.

A private Graveside Service was held on Friday, November 9, 2018 with Pastor Jason Ishmael officiating in Highland Memorial Cemetery in Mount Carmel.

The Richardson family would like to extend a special thank you to Sheila Randall, Sandy Allen, Ashley Brown, Whitney Baker, Lori O’Daniel, and Linda Perkins for the loving care they extended to Betty in her time of need.

Memorial contributions may be made in Betty’s memory to The Lunch Wagon, Wabash Rally Against Cancer (WRAC) or The Alzheimer’s Association. 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 Betty’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Richardson family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

Carl W. “Sonny” Sullivan, 59

Carl W. “Sonny” Sullivan, 59, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Thursday, November 8, 2018 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He had recently accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior. We are at Peace knowing he is now with the Lord.

He was born April 15, 1959 in Rantoul, Illinois, the son of Carl F. and Ruth N. (Latimer) Sullivan. He married the love of his life, Lisa Carpenter, on January 6, 1979 at First Baptist Church in Mt. Carmel.

Carl was a Regional Director of Auto Auction Operations of Alliance Inspection Management of California.

He is survived by his mother, Ruth, and sister, Eva Chiovitti, both of Las Vegas NV; wife, Lisa; six children, Michelle (Patrick) Walter of Mt. Carmel, James W. (Kristen) Sullivan of Mt. Carmel, Robert A. (Megan) Sullivan of Mt. Carmel, Karla (Michael) Bizzarri of Springfield OH, Marla (Dylan) Lenart of Hubbard OH, Laura (Brenten) Fortner of Mt. Carmel; grandchildren, Christian Johnson, Johnathan Johnson, Ariana Johnson, Allison Walter, Kinley Harris, Beckham Harris, Tayah Berberich, Everett Sullian, Kohen Sullivan, Athena Lenart, Rex Lenart, Ellyana Fortner, Isabella Fortner. He is preceded in death by his father; brother, Leroy Sullivan and granddaughter, Gabrielle Markle.

There will be a Private Family Service.

Donations in memory of Carl can be made to St. Jude Children and Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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

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

Lois I. Cozart, 97

Lois I. Cozart, 97, of Lawrenceville, Illinois passed away Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at her residence. She was born December 8, 1920 in Orio, Illinois, the daughter of Samuel Bruce and Sarah Agnes (Corrie) French. She married Harrison Cozart on October 22, 1946 and he preceded her in death on January 11, 2009.

Prior to having children, Lois was a bookkeeper at Rogers Cartage Trucking Company in Lawrenceville. She was a lifelong member of the Wabash Presbyterian Church in Orio.

Preceding her in death were her parents and husband.

Survivors include two daughters, Annetta Lockhart and husband, Larry, of Lawrenceville, Illinois and Judy Knoerr and husband, Jay, of St. Petersburg, Florida and one sister, Evalena Ford of Allendale, Illinois.

Funeral services will be Saturday, November 10, 2018 at 10:30 am at the Wabash Presbyterian Church. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm at the Emmons-Macey & Steffey Funeral Home in Lawrenceville, Illinois. Burial will be in the Orio Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Orio Cemetery Fund.

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

Carlos Dean “Mac” McGregor, 85

Carlos Dean “Mac” McGregor, 85, of Olney, IL, passed away October 31, 2018 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Mac was born on July 1, 1933 in Wabash County, IL; the son of Duward and Dorothy (Seiler) McGregor. He married Sandra Huchel on September 17, 1977, in Richland County, IL, at the Church of God.

Mac was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Olney, IL, and a Lifetime Member of the Olney Elks Club. Mac graduated Mt. Carmel High School in 1951; he worked for Dresser Industries for 45 years as a log analyst and sales and retired in 1988, after his retirement he did consulting for ten years.

Mac loved fishing, hunting, and vegetable gardening. Mac also loved ballroom dancing and taught many others how to dance.

Mac is survived by his wife of 41 years, Sandra; children, Brenda Saindon and husband Mike of Illinois, David McGregor and wife Pacita of Illinois,  Michael McGregor and wife Sue of Illinois, and Sonya Shaver and husband Ron of Texas; brother, Bob McGregor and sister, Jean Dyehouse both of Mt. Carmel, IL; nine grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife, Mary Elizabeth (Dunkel) McGregor.

Private services were held and he was buried in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Mt. Carmel, IL.

Memorials in Mac’s memory may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or online at www.stjude.org.

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

Funeral Report-Elizabeth “Ann” Dunkel

A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, November 3, 2018 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church to honor the life of Elizabeth “Ann” Dunkel. Father Robert Zwilling conducted the mass with Deacon Charlie Speaks and Deacon Steve Lowe assisting. Placement of the Pall was done by Ann’s children. Vic Keepes served as lector. The First Reading was from Isaiah 25: 6a; 7-9; the Second Reading came from the Book of Revelation 21:1-5a; 6b-7. Mary Trimble served as cantor for the Responsorial Psalm, “Shepherd Me, O God.” Donna Lowe served as keyboardist accompanied by the members of the St. Mary’s Choir. “I am the Bread of Life” was the opening hymn. The presentation of the gifts was brought forward by Ann’s beloved husband, Jerry Dunkel and special friend Marilyn Harris. “Take up Your Cross” was the communion song with “Precious Lord, Take My Hand” as the song of farewell and the closing hymn was, “Sing with All the Saints in Glory”. Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion was Donna Speaks. Servers for the Mass were Kate Harrington, Wyatt Bader and Xander Bader. The burial service was held in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers were Danny Burns, Tom Orr, Chad Dilley, Jeremy Gillihan, Bobby Brown and Logan Brown. Honorary Pallbearers were Jake Shaw, Gage Shaw and Patrick Shaw. Keepes Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Ann Dunkel.

Elizabeth “Ann” Dunkel, 80

Elizabeth “Ann” Dunkel, 80, of Mount Carmel, Illinois passed away Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, Indiana surrounded by the love of her family. She was born September 28, 1938 in Posey County Indiana, the daughter of Delbert and Mary (Brandenstein) Neaveill. She married Jerry Dunkel on February 5, 1972 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mount Carmel and he survives.

Ann was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. In her spare time, she enjoyed watching the St. Louis Cardinals baseball games and playing bingo with Grandma Dunkel. Ann was an accomplished seamstress who loved to sew and also enjoyed crafting and crocheting. She loved spending time with her family and her grandchildren held a special place in her heart. Ann was a member of The Daughters of Isabella and St. Mary Catholic Church. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Ann will be remembered by her loving husband of 46 years, Jerry; sons, Brian (Holly) Dunkel of Hazelton, Indiana, Mike (Denise) Brown of Elgin, Texas, Doug Brown of Eugene Oregon; daughters, Barbara (Jim) Burns, Donna Lord, Phyllis (Phillip) Harms all of Mount Carmel, Illinois; grandchildren, Danny (Margie) Burns, Kristi Burns, Jamie (John) Hallenburger, Chad Dilley, Kim (John) Gergesketter, Brandy (Danny) Smitley, Jeramey Gillihan, Beth (Jake) Shaw, Bobby Brown, Logan (Keena) Brown, Katie Dunkel, Jared Dunkel, Kayla (Pete) Rivas, Robert Brown, Jefferson Brown and many great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Delores Neavill.

Ann was preceded in death by her parents; grandson, Jason Dilley; brothers, Charles and Duane Neaveill.

Family and friends are invited to gather from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, November 2, 2018 at St. Mary’ Catholic Church. A Rosary Service will be held at 5:00 p.m.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, November 3, 2018 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Father Robert Zwilling as Celebrant. Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in Ann’s memory to St. Mary’s School or the ALS Association. Envelopes will be at the Church 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 Ann’s tribute wall, purchase flowers and leave condolences for the Dunkel family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com