Marion, KY and Rosiclare, IL. Obituaries

Sep 2, 2024

The Obituary of Eddie Dale (Heck) RoseEddie Dale (Heck) Rose was born to Lynn Dale and Shirley Rose on September 3 rd , 1958 at Hardin County Hospital in Rosiclare, Illinois. He departed this life September 2 nd , 2024 at his home in Elizabethtown, Illinois surrounded by loved ones.Eddie (Heck) grew up at Rock Creek, Illinois. He enjoyed hunting,...

Aug 31, 2024

James Collin Hicks, 71, of Marion, KY, formerly of Deer Park, TX passed away August 31, 2024 at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Center in Paducah, KY. He was a member of Marion Baptist Church, Veteran of the United States Air Force, graduate of the University of Texas, former director of the Pasadena Livestock and Rodeo Association and former...

Aug 26, 2024

Gail Roberts, 66, of Marion, KY, passed away Monday August 26, 2024 at Deaconess Midtown in Evansville, IN.

Survivors include her children; Allison (Robert) Nesbitt, Tammie (Steve) Ladd, and Matt (Amy) Jent, grand children; Brianna Belt, Sydni (Clayton) Barnes, JoAnna Ladd, Hannah Jent, Karlee Jent, and Arrow "Pete" Jent. To her great grandchildren, "Gail" was lovingly changed to "Grannie Grail", and...

Aug 25, 2024

Cyrus McConnell, Jr, 100, of Millbrook, Alabama, formerly of Hardin County, Illinois, passed away August 25, 2024 at Prattville Baptist Hospital. He was a Retired Veteran of the United States Navy.

Survivors include his daughters, Judy Kennedy, Kathy Suzanne McConnell and Maxine June McConnell; grandson, Christopher (Rachel) Kennedy and 2 step great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Bonita...

Aug 23, 2024

Marilyn Kay Belt, 67, of Marion, KY passed away at her home on Friday, August 23, 2024. She had a lifelong passion for helping others, this showed through her work as a social worker serving for the state cabinet for Families and Children Services, as well as Baptist Heath Paducah, before ending her career as the office manager for Glenns...

Aug 22, 2024

Marion “Adrian” Keith Atkinson born June 12, 1955, to Ludean and Wayne Atkinson in Rosiclare, IL passed away peacefully on August 22, 2024, at the Linda E. White House of Hospice in Evansville, Indiana. By his side was his son Brian, and Keith’s girlfriend Ruth Boyd. Keith was one of eight children. 

In April 1975 Keith married the love of his...

Aug 20, 2024

Hazel Murline Carroll, lovingly known as “Murt or Mom” to many, peacefully gained her angel wings on August 20, 2024. A true Christian warrior, her testimony of her personal relationship with the Lord, was a great influence on many as she portrayed her beliefs in her daily living. She dearly loved each of her family members and friends. Her favorite...

Aug 17, 2024

Mark Miles, 67, of Herod, IL passed away August 17, 2024 at Hardin County General Hospital.Mark was a "Mountain Man". He was a great craftsman, from woodworking to smoking his BBQ.His hobbies included knife making, small engine repair, and building the most beautiful furniture out of wood. His passions were hunting and fishing. Mark spent most of his life working...

Aug 16, 2024

Leroy L. Evans, 85, of Marion, KY passed away August 16, 2024 at his home in Marion, KY.

Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Joyce Evans of Marion, KY; sons, Jimmy (Donna) Evans of Evansville, IN, Curtis (Michael) Evans of Marion, KY and Mark Evans of Marion, KY; 6 grandchildren; several great grandchildren and half brother, Robert Evans of Evansville,...

Aug 13, 2024

Jason Robert Spiegel, 49, of Marion, KY passed away August 13, 2024 at his home in Marion, KY. 

Jason loved his family very much and was loved by his wife and children.

Survivors include his wife, Cherie Spiegel of Marion, KY; children, Michael (Audrianna) Thompson Spiegel, Marissa (David) Spiegel, Luke Spiegel, Kylie Spiegel, Jake Spiegel and Desiraie Harper; 3 grandchildren; mother, Susan...

Aug 11, 2024

Melba Jean Sheldon, 78, of Elizabethtown, IL went on to be with the Lord on August 11, 2024 at her home. She was a member of the Cave-In-Rock Methodist Church in Cave-In-Rock, IL. Melba was the Vice President of the Hardin County Senior Citizens Council where she served for many years. She was a very active member and participated in...

Aug 9, 2024

Billy Hinchee, 90 of Marion, KY went to be with the Lord on August 9, 2024. Born and raised in the Mattoon community, Billy shared 69 wonderful years with his wife Loretta and raised five children. He was a loving husband and father, and a true friend to many. He attended Cave Springs General Baptist Church and New Hope Church....

Aug 7, 2024

Glen Leo Dutton, 79 of Cave in Rock, IL went on to be with the Lord August 07, 2024 at his home. He was a lifelong Member of the First Baptist Church of Cave in Rock, where he still holds the Sunday School Perfect Attendance Record of 13 years. His love for the Lord was only matched by his love...

Aug 6, 2024

Aug 3, 2024

Harry Dean Epley, 76, a native of Crittenden County passed away at his home in Paducah, KY on August 3, 2024. Mr. Epley served his country for 2 years in the United States Marine Corps and after an Honorable Discharge he joined the Kentucky National Guard. He was a member of Marion Baptist Church. He had recently retired from P&H...

Aug 1, 2024

Rebecca A. McDowell (64) of Crittenden County, KY passed away peacefully with family at her home on August 1, 2024. Ann was known for her strong will, unwavering determination, and her big heart. She remains an inspiration to her loved ones who will live each day in memory of the strong and loving woman Ann was. While our hearts mourn...

Jul 28, 2024

Virginia L. Swager, 89, of Murray, KY passed away July 28, 2024 at Oakview Nursing Home in Calvert City, KY after a long battle with COPD and dementia.

She was born and raised on the family farm in Crittenden County, Kentucky until she graduated and met her husband, Robert, at Camp Breckinridge and married in 1953. She was a devoted homemaker...

Jul 24, 2024

Candi Lynn Fulkerson, 55, of Marion, KY passed away July 24, 2024 at her home in Marion, KY.

Survivors include her children, Brandi (Allen) Mitchell; James Mitchell II and David (Jamey) Mitchell; grandchildren, Jayden McKnight, Tyler Tillberry, Autumn Tillberry, Haylee Reed, Justin Clemmons, Mason Mitchell, Madison Besaw, Lillian Besaw, Sophia Mitchell and David Mitchell, Jr.; sisters, Beth Burney, Melissa Fulkerson, Amy...

Jul 23, 2024

Robert Samuel Jackson went to be with the Lord on July 23, 2024 at the age of 61. He leaves to mourn his wife of 31 years, Denise; 2 daughters, Samantha (Daniel) Kean and Cynthia Jackson; son, Jacob Jackson; 6 grandchildren, Josh, Kaleb, Jessica, Ayden, Ashley and Corbin; 3 sisters, Sandy (Frank) Cash, Debbie (Roger) Lamm and Judi (Mike) Hughes...

Jul 11, 2024

Thomas Abraham Crider, 69, passed away on July 11, 2024, at Baptist Health Paducah in Kentucky. He was born to William Ervin Crider and Virginia Louise Crider in Rosiclare, IL on November 15, 1954. He was a life long resident of Hardin County, leaving only when he joined the United States Army in 1973, where he served for three years...