All Obituaries

Rev. James William Brown, 94, lifelong resident of Eldorado passed away Friday, September 7, 2018 at the Wabash Christian Village in Carmi. Jim was born October 12, 1923 in Eldorado to the late James O. and Fae (Funkhouser) Brown. On May 15, 1948 he married the former Juanelle Kanady who preceded him in death July 29, 2016. Jim was a Corporal in the Army Air Corps during WWII. He was a parts manager working in the mining industry for most of his life before retirement.  He was a member...

     Mrs. Joyce Marie Mason, age 81, went home to be with her Lord on Aug. 20, 2018 at the Villas of Holly Brook with family members at her side holding her hands as she began her final journey. In her final days, she was not alone but surrounded in love by her entire family as they prayed for her, talked to her, read to her, and held her...

Kenny “Bub” Lee Harris, resident of Eldorado passed away Sunday, August 19, 2018 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis.  Kenny was born in Eldorado December 21, 1964 to the late Kenneth Harris and Brenda (Davidson) Harris who survives.  He was employed by Eldorado Enterprise and Recycling Center. In addition to his mother he is survived by three children: Seth Harris, Hubba Harris and Kendra (Randy) Harris all from Ohio, three siblings: Glen (Angela) Harris, Mark...

Marilynn Sue McDowell, 71, resident of Eldorado passed away Saturday, August 11, 2018 at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis, MO. Marilynn was born October 5, 1946 in Eldorado to the late J.L. and Pauline (Bates) Cox. Before retirement, Marilynn was employed at Burnett’s Bank in Eldorado. She was a member of The New Life Full Gospel Church in Harrisburg. Marilynn is survived by a son: Kevin McDowell of Harrisburg, a daughter: Dana (Rob) Simmons of Galatia, grandchildren: Rivers Simmons,...

Judith Pinnell, 68, resident of Eldorado passed away Sunday, August 12, 2018 at her residence. Judith was born January 7, 1950 in Fort Knox, KY to the late Harold Lee (MIA North Korea 1950) and Ruth (Reed) Pinnell.  Judith is survived by a two daughters: Kelly Vaughn of Eldorado, Staci Morse of Eldorado, a son: Robert (Angela) Price of Eldorado, two brothers: Joseph (Otto) Pinnell of Florida, Greg Fry of Eldorado, 10 grandchildren: Stephany, Matthew, Lacey, Brianna, Payton, Karsen,...

Shawn Michael Murphy, 24, resident of Thompsonville passed away Friday, August 10, 2018 at the Herrin Hospital. Shawn was born March 19, 1994 in Chicago to the late Douglas Volkert and Kathryn G. Finley who survives.  In addition to his mother he is survived by a son: Grayson Carter Murphy of Akin and a sister: Heather Murphy of Harrisburg.  In accordance with Shawns wishes, he will be cremated and a private service will be held by the family at a later date.  Condolences and...

Frank L. Archer, 61, resident of Shawneetown passed away Wednesday, August 1, 2018 at his residence. Frank was born February 8, 1957 in Kankakee, IL to the late Elden “Bob” and Hetty (Southard) Archer. He married the former Stephanie Lynn Miller who survives. He owned and operated OnLevel Rebuilders. In addition to his wife, Frank is survived by a son; Eric (Amy Milligan) Archer of Shawneetown, a daughter; Lynlee (Daniel) Phelps of Eldorado, a step son; Zachary Ledbetter of...

William J. “Bill” Fry, 85, lifelong resident of Eldorado passed away Thursday, July 26, 2018 at his residence.  Bill was born November 11, 1932 in Eldorado to the late George Sr. and Jean (Walker) Fry. Bill graduated from Eldorado High School class of 1950. He married the former Laverne “Vernie” Drone who preceded him in death in 2015. At the age of 18, Bill started working at Nuway in Eldorado and later became co-owner and after 67 years was still there to serve...

Edith Marie “Edie” Rister, 84, resident of Eldorado passed away Monday, July 16, 2018 at Eldorado Nursing and Rehab.  Edith was born May 17, 1934 in Eldorado to the late John and Bessie (Reeder) Unthank.  On December 15, 1986 she married Freddie Tim Rister who preceded her in death. She was a homemaker.  She is survived by a daughter: Lisa (Jim) Bedinger of Taylorville, 2 sons: Ron (Stacey) Rister of Ridgway and Scott (Juanita) Rister of New Haven two...

Stanley R. Carpenter, 67, resident of Eldorado passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at the Harrisburg Medical Center. Stanley was born March 31, 1951 in Eldorado to the late Walter and Jayetta (Perkins) Carpenter.  After graduating Eldorado High School, he attended SIU.  He was a supporter and fan of all Eldorado Eagle Sports. Stanley was a painter by trade and has made many friends in the Saline County area over the years. Stanley was an avid outdoorsman.  He enjoyed hiking,...