Sue Ann (Nattier) Friend, 82, of Belle Rive, IL passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026 at Deaconess Illinois Crossroads Hospital in Mt. Vernon, IL.  Sue was born on October 12, 1943, the daughter of Dale & Annabelle (Newman) Nattier.  On February 14, 1975 she married Dale Friend, who survives. Sue was a Physical Education and English teacher, who taught all grades Kindergarten through 12th grade.  After teaching, she worked as an Activity Therapist at the Murray Center in ...

Michael Glen Craddock, 74, of Mt. Vernon, IL passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by the love of his family on Sunday, July 12, 2026. While our hearts are broken, we find comfort knowing he was embraced by those who meant the most to him in his final moments. Mike was born to Roy Glen Craddock and Delores “Dee” Brockett Craddock on March 6, 1952. Mike attended Flannigan Township Middle School and graduated from McLeansboro High School. On December 6, 2014 Mike married ...

Kathy Little, 62, of McLeansboro, IL was born on July 9, 1963. She passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 28, 2026 in McLeansboro. Kathy was the beloved daughter of Carl Little. She was preceded in death by her father and her three sisters, Loraine Bullock, Brenda Murdach, and Joyce Little. She is lovingly remembered by her three children: sons Adam (Tara) Little and Teddy (Erin Irvin) Little, and daughter Katie (Mike Johnson) Little. She was a proud grandmother to 6 grandchildren: ...

Quetina Marie “Tina” Bellisle, 48, of McLeansboro, IL passed away on Friday, June 26, 2026 at Carmi Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation in Carmi, IL.  Tina was born on August 15, 1977 in Seattle, WA. Tina was a resident of Pixel Place in McLeansboro, and worked at Trade Industries.  She loved music, especially music by Jelly Roll, and she enjoyed going to church.  She also loved going out to eat at local restaurants, and she loved coffee.  She enjoyed visiting ...

Albert Thomas Anselment, 93, of Dahlgren, IL passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at Mt. Vernon Countryside Manor in Mt. Vernon, IL.  Albert was born on January 5, 1933, the son of Albert Peter & Aurelia (Roesch) Anselment.  On July 4th, 1960 in Piopolis, IL he married Patricia (Aydt) Anselment, who survives. Albert was a proud Korean War Veteran, having served his country in the United States Navy.  He was also a member of the American Legion. Albert is survived by 6 ...

William E. “Bill” Cross, 82, of Belle Rive, passed away at 1:35 p.m. on Friday, June 19, 2026, at home, peacefully and surrounded by family who loved him dearly. He was born December 3, 1943 at home in the Middle Creek area of Dahlgren, Illinois, the son of Paul and Inez (Mangrum) Cross who preceded him in death. On August 20, 1967, in Belle Rive, Illinois, he married Carolyn Scrivner, and she survives. As a young man, Mr. Cross proudly served his country as a Marine. He was a ...

Joann Juanita Klute, 91, of McLeansboro, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at Silver Foxes Senior Living and Rehabilitation in McLeansboro. She was born April 30, 1935 in Albion, IL, to Victor & Dorothy Smith.  On September 27, 1957, she married Robert Lee Klute, who preceded her in death on February 25, 1993. Joann worked in healthcare as a nurse.  She raised harness horses with her husband, and raced horses. She is survived by her daughter Jan Klute of McLeansboro, ...

Sandra “Yvonne” Lenard, 78, of Alamogordo, NM, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 15, 2026 in McLeansboro, IL, with her husband of 60 years by her side. She was born in Eldorado, IL on August 2, 1947 to Elza & Marian Faye Tucker.  On September 25, 1965, she married Bill Lenard, who survives.  Yvonne had previously worked in the Hamilton County Courthouse in McLeansboro as a clerk in the Treasurer’s office during her high school years for her good friend, ...

Gloria Jean Huffstutler, 80, of Dale, IL, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, June 13, 2026 with her family by her side. Private Funeral Services will be held on Monday, June 15, 2026 at 11:00 am at Gholson Funeral Home in McLeansboro with Pastor Matt Staley officiating with private visitation being held from 9:00 am until the time of the funeral service.  Burial will take place immediately following the funeral service at Blooming Grove Cemetery north of McLeansboro.

Doyle Edward Williams, 84, of Dale, IL passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at Wabash Senior Living & Rehabilitation in Carmi, IL.  Doyle was born on December 20, 1941 at Bungay, IL to Claude & Frances (Wiggins) Williams.  On July 16, 1960 he married Annabelle (Hutcheson) Williams, who preceded him in death. He owned & operated Doyle Williams Salvage in Dale for several years, and had previously worked as a farmer and worked in the timber industry.  He enjoyed ...