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Area Obituaries

Obituary of Aaron Kyle Smith

Aaron Kyle Smith, 28, son of Jerry Smith and Charmon Clark Colbert entered this life September 4, 1992 and departed life on March 5, 2021. As a child he was very active, giving us a run for our money. He kept us on our toes. He had a vivid imagination, putting a peanut butter and…

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Debra Faye Booth

Debra Faye Booth, 63, of Marion, KY, formerly of Hardin County, IL, died Monday, March 1, 2021 at Crittenden Community Hospital. She was a member of the Marion Church of Christ. Survivors include her children, Charlie Hullett of Marion, KY and Randy Lynn Foster of Hardin County, IL; brothers, Rocco, Randy and Deon Foster; grandchildren,…

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Obituary of Joyce Dean Owens

1934 – 2021 If roses grow in Heaven, Lord pick a bunch for me. Place them in my Mother’s arms, and tell her they’re from me. Joyce Dean (Wheatcroft) Owens was born January 31, 1934 in Crittenden County, Kentucky. Surrounded by her loving family, she gained her angel wings on February 26, 2021 at Deaconess…

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David W. Wiman

David W. Wiman, Jr. age, 76 of Harrisburg, died Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at Lourdes Hospital in Paducah, Kentucky. David was born in Memphis, TN on June 22, 1944 to Rev. Dr. Wayne and Helen (Bright) Wiman. He is survived by his wife Toni of Harrisburg; son Robert (Lisa) Wiman of Harrisburg; sister, Vicki Wiman…

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William Joseph Clevenger Jr.

William Joseph Clevenger Jr., 61, of Cave-In-Rock, IL died February 22, 2021 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Evansville, IN. Survivors include his brothers, John Clevenger of Cave-In-Rock, IL and David Vernon Clevenger of Rosiclare, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Joseph and Zella Mae Clevenger, Sr. Private services will be held…

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Alma Jean Brookmyer

Alma Jean Brookmyer, 88, of Makanda, IL died Monday, February 22, 2021 at Carbondale Memorial Hospital. She was born September 5, 1932 in Cave-In-Rock, IL to the late Jesse and Nellie Derringer. She married Gene Brookmyer on December 11, 1948 in Cave-In-Rock, IL. He preceded her in death on September 4, 1987. Survivors include her…

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Obituary of Gilbert Ray Oetjen

Gilbert Ray Oetjen, age 82, died peacefully on Monday, February 22, 2021 at his home in Paducah, KY. He was born on July 24, 1938 in Campbell Hill, IL to Walter and Emma (Hornbostel) Oetjen. Gilbert married Norma Lou (Huseman) Oetjen on September 14, 1957 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Post Oak in Campbell Hill,…

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Obituary of Michele (Potts) Tinault

A Celebration of Life is scheduled for Michele (Potts) Tinault on Saturday, April 3, 2021, 2:00 p.m., at the First Apostolic Church, 1216 Division Street, Rosiclare, IL 62982. There will be a time of visitation and fellowship with the family beginning at 12:30 until Celebration time. The service will be officiated by Rev. Lowell “Butch”…

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Patricia Ruth (Patsy) Kreie

Patricia Ruth (Patsy) Kreie, 77, died Friday, February 12, 2021 at Deaconess Hospital. She was born on October 19, 1943 to the late Gordon and Hazel Williams. She was raised in Elizabethtown, IL and attended Cave-In-Rock, IL High School. Survivors include her son, Jeff Threadgill; grandsons, Jacob and Josh; great-grandchildren; siblings, Linda (Donnie) Lewis, Steve…

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Obituary of Lawrence C. “Larry” Volkert

Lawrence C. “Larry” Volkert, 82, of Evansville, passed away Sunday, February 7, 2021 at Deaconess Midtown Hospital. He was born July 22, 1938 in Elizabethtown, IL to the late Charles and Mary Agnes (Forwe) Volkert. Lawrence was a graduate of Rosiclare High School and attended Southern Illinois University where he studied accounting. He retired as…

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