Obituaries

Everett Lee Redmon, 95, of Springerton, IL passed away on Friday, December 8, 2023 at Hamilton Memorial Hospital in McLeansboro.  Everett was born on July 9, 1928 to Marvin “Boots” Redmon & Mary (Wilson) Redmon.  On October 2, 1954 he married Margie (Reed) Redmon, who preceded him in death on March 15, 2013.

Susan Ann Bowman, 67, of Norris City, passed away on Monday, December 11, 2023, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital. She was born on July 14, 1956, in Eldorado, Illinois, the daughter of Carl Matthew and Evadeen Antoinette (Roe) Mills. Susan married Donnie Bowman, and he survives. She worked as a cook and waitress. Susan enjoyed crafting, bowling, gardening flowers, and summer time. Susan loved spending time with her kids and grandkids.

Mary E. Winter, 97, of Carmi passed away Saturday, December 9, 2023 at Wabash Senior Living and Rehabilitation in Carmi.  She was born in Gray Township, IL on January 2, 1926 the daughter of James Glen and Buenita (Thornburg) Burroughs.  Mary married Norman E. Winter on August 23, 1942 and he preceded her in death on May 22, 1997. She was a member of Carmi Emmanuel Church where she sang in the choir and was part of the Quilters and Crafters group.  Mary was also a member of Eastern Star and White County Home Extension where she served in the various officer positions. Mary was very artistic and enjoyed painting and quilting, along with working in the garden with her flowers.

  Harrell Lee Chilton, 74, of Carmi, passed away on Sunday, December 10, 2023, at Heartland Regional Medical Center in Marion, Illinois. He was born on May 10, 1949, in Omaha, Illinois, the son of James Gilbert "Gib" and Fern L. (Hillyard) Chilton. Harrell proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He served in Spain during Vietnam.. He worked as a truck driver and a heavy equipment operator. Harrell loved his dog, Rowdy.

Wilma Willis, age 90 of McLeansboro, IL, passed away at 7:45 a.m., Thursday, December 7, 2023 at The Silver Foxes Senior Living & Rehab Center in McLeansboro, IL.

Frances M. Whitehead, 87, of Montgomery, Texas, died at home Sunday, December 3, 2023. Fran was born March 29, 1936, in Carmi, Illinois, the daughter of Henry and Hildreth Land. She received her diploma from Carmi Township High School and earned two bachelor’s degrees from the University of Houston. Fran married Wayne Barker in 1953 and they started raising their family in Carmi. She was widowed in 1963 and later remarried and moved to Texas. Fran started FMW Distributors which she ran until her passing.

Marita Grace “Gracie” Wilson, 91, of Grayville, Illinois, died Monday, December 4, 2023, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, Indiana. She was born April 11, 1932, in Johnson, Indiana, the daughter of Arthur and Florence (Walling) Garrett. She was married to Herman Wilson on January 5, 1949, and he preceded her in death in 1985.

Darrell L. McGuire, 57, of Enfield, passed away on Monday, December 4, 2023. He was born on June 24, 1966, in Wood River Township, Illinois, the son of James F. and Miona (Endicott) McGuire. Darrell married Michelle Dawn Barger on June 28, 2005, and she survives. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. Darrell worked for the railroad. He was a longtime officer in the old Illinois Central Gulf Federation, serving most recently as Vice Chairman and Secretary for over ten years. Darrell was a longtime advocate in Union matters for the BMWED. He started his railroad career as a trackman on a Canadian National South tie gang on January 7, 1997. Darrell then transferred to CN North on October 19, 1998, where he remained until his election to system federation office. He enjoyed camping, riding side by sides, fishing, and most of all he loved spending time with family.

    Ollen Owen Smith Jr, 54, of Eldorado, passed away on Monday, December 4, 2023, He was born on February 28, 1969, in Chicago Heights, Illinois, the son of Ollen Owen and Annabelle (Finley) Smith. Junior enjoyed woodworking and video and online gaming. Most of all, he enjoyed being with family.

Frank Jacob Schumacher, age 82, passed away on November 25, 2023 in Whitney, Texas. Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 9, 2023 at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Whitney, Texas. Pastor Philip will officiate the ceremony. After the Memorial Service, there will be a lunch.