Highland Memorial Cemetery Obituaries

Introduction to Highland Memorial Cemetery Funeral Home

Located in the heart of Mount Carmel, Illinois, Highland Memorial Cemetery Funeral Home has been providing compassionate and professional funeral services to the local community for years. With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, this funeral home has established itself as a trusted and respected institution in the region. In this article, we will delve into the services and amenities offered by Highland Memorial Cemetery Funeral Home, as well as its history, staff, and community involvement.

A Brief History of Highland Memorial Cemetery Funeral Home

Highland Memorial Cemetery Funeral Home has a long and storied history that dates back to the early 20th century. Founded by a group of dedicated individuals who recognized the need for a dignified and respectful funeral home in the area, the establishment has grown and evolved over the years to meet the changing needs of the community. Today, Highland Memorial Cemetery Funeral Home is a modern facility that combines traditional values with cutting-edge technology and amenities.

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Steve Rex Miller - February 01, 1956 - December 22, 2021

Departed: 12/22/2021 (Mount Carmel)

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A Celebration of Life for Steve will be Saturday, April 23, 2022, from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Homestead Vineyards and Winery, 1785 County Road 775 E., West Salem Illinois.  Military Rites will be presented at 1:30 p.m.

Short-Cunningham Funeral Homes is honored to serve the Miller family.

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Aleta E. Lewis - Unknown - June 08, 2021

Departed: 06/08/2021 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: Aleta Edna Lewis, 99, peacefully returned to her Heavenly home on August 9, 2020, in Hyrum, Utah, after a life well lived.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, June 12, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at Highland Memorial Cemetery in Mt. Carmel, Illinois.  All friends and relatives are invited to attend.  Full military honors will be held. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Aleta’s family.

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George A. Dooley - April 14, 1954 - December 02, 2020

Departed: 12/02/2020 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: George A. Dooley, 66, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, December 2, 2020, at his residence surrounded by the love of his family.

He was born April 14, 1954, the son of William Elza and Delores Rosetta (Sherman) Dooley in Germany.    George proudly served in the U.S. Army for three years.  He married Kathy J. Porter April 14, 1997, in Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

George worked over his lifetime at Rubel Sawmill, oilfield, Snap-On Tools and retired in 2014 as a boilermaker from Zachery.  He enjoyed woodworking and watching wildlife.  His greatest love was spending time with his grandchildren.  He and Kathy attended Gospel Kingdom Church.  He will be missed by his fur nephew, Odie. George is survived by his wife of 23 years, Kathy; daughter, Sara (Jeremy) Rigg; step-daughter, Billie and Scott Mayberry; siblings, William Dooley and Dene (Jeff) Swarens; grandchildren, Trevor (Casey) Cooper, Brandon (Britney) Cooper, Nate (Brynn) Cooper, Cody (Abbi) Summers and Rashell (Tavis) Alka; and greatgrandchildren Marlee Persinger, Conrad Cooper, Sophia Summers, Landon Cooper, Maverick Cooper, Nylah Cooper, Kasen Cooper and Myles Burton; stepmother Marlene Dooley; and several nieces and nephews

He is preceded in death by his parents; son Joshua Dooley; and a stepdaughter Sheri Knapp.

There will be a public graveside service with military honors on Wednesday, December 9, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. at Highland Memorial Cemetery Mausoleum, 1827 College Drive, Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

Covid-19 guidelines will be followed. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

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Patricia Anne Williams - May 16, 1929 - August 27, 2020

Departed: 08/27/2020 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: Patricia Anne Williams, 91, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois passed away Thursday, August 27, 2020 at her residence with her daughters and granddaughter at her side.

She was born May 16, 1929 in Michigan, the daughter of Myrtle (York) and Byrl Kinney. She was raised in First Christian Church, Disciples of Christ and had been a member since 1940. She graduated from Mt. Carmel High School class of 1948. She married Bob Williams on June 4, 1948. She was a talented seamstress who could knit, crochet and counted cross stitch beautifully. She was an avid birdwatcher and went on many bird counts for the Audubon Society.

Pat was a great fan of the Wabash Valley College Warrior basketball team, attending all of the ladies’ and men’s home games each year.

She always enjoyed sharing her time to assist others. Pat was a past volunteer for Hospice, driving patients to their doctor’s appointments. She volunteered for Cookie Day at her church taking cookies to nursing homes and the homebound. She was a member of the Mt. Carmel High School Alumni Association and looked forward to preparing for and attending the yearly reunions.

Ma Pat was a wonderful Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Great-Great Grandmother, Aunt and Friend who was loved and cherished and will be missed by many. She had many friends who she dearly loved. Pat is survived by her son, Steve Williams; daughters Lynn Deputy and husband Steve; Sarah Wiser and husband Tim; grandchildren, Brian Deputy, Matthew Deputy, Ian Wiser, Devan Wiser, Gabe Williams and wife Kristin, Jonathan Williams and wife Brandi; great grandchildren, Tyler Ann Greenwell and husband Zach, Dylan Deputy, Nathan Deputy, Bentley Williams, Harleigh Williams, Blake Williams, Julian Williams; and great-great grandchild Crew Greenwell. Ma Pat adored them all!

Pat was preceded death by her parents, husband, infant daughter, Sharon Anne, son, John and brother Myron Kinney.

A Private Graveside Service for Mrs. Williams will be held Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at Highland Memorial Cemetery. For family and friends there will be a public drive through visitation at the cemetery from 11:00 a.m. until 12 noon. Please enter the cemetery by way of the North entrance gate.

Donations in memory of Pat can be made to the Mt. Carmel First Christian Church-Disciples of Christ Church in Mt. Carmel. Envelopes will be available at the cemetery and funeral home. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

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Olive Marie Turner - September 10, 1923 - July 23, 2020

Departed: 07/23/2020 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: Olive Maria Farley Turner was born Sept. 10, 1923 in Corsicana, Texas. The daughter of Jack and Kittie Mae Farley, Maria graduated from Mt. Carmel High School in Mt. Carmel, Illinois in 1941 and Protestant Deaconess Hospital Nursing school in 1944 as a Registered Nurse.  Maria passed away July 23, 2020 at age of 96.  In March 1947, Maria's sister Katie introduced Maria (Olive) to her future husband, Clarence Otto Turner, who she married on June 22, 1947. They moved to Centralia, Illinois where their children Howard Farley and Ellen Maria were born. In 1964, the family was transferred to Lodi, California. Clarence and Maria were married 61 years when Clarence passed away in 2008. Maria worked for Lodi Memorial Hospital for 20 years, ending her career as a labor and delivery nurse, proud of all the babies whose deliveries she assisted, including her grandson, Jonathan Neal Ashbaugh in 1984. She proudly wore her nursing hat as a member of the Cappies, a group of nurses under the tutelage of Lorraine Pope, her mentor. She was an incredible seamstress, quilter, and crafter acquiring an intense passion and skill for lapidary jewelry after her retirement. Her entire world changed when she became best grandmother Ever to Ellen's children, Kristen and Jonathan in 1981.  She was a long time member of the Lodi Gem and Mineral Club, Greater Lodi Kiwanis Club, U. S. Gem and Mineral Federation and the First Baptist Church in Lodi. Maria is survived by her son, Howard Farley Turner (Katherine) of Stockton; her daughter, Ellen Turner Ashbaugh of Lodi; granddaughter, Kristen Ashbaugh-Helmreich (Nick); her grandson, Maj. Jonathan Ashbaugh (Kalli Mannos); great grandchildren, Olive Ruby Helmreich, Theodore Alan Helmreich and Spiros Mannos Ashbaugh, all of Reno; sister-in-law, Irmagene Fearheiley Alfeld of Evansville, Indiana; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Mae Farley; husband, Clarence Turner; and sisters, Louise Farley Doty and Katie Farley Lawrence. The Turner-Ashbaugh family wishes to express our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to Corey Wright and his team of dedicated staff at Vienna rehabilitation for their incredible care of Maria for the past 6 years. Private family services will be held at Highland Memorial Cemetery in Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

The graveside service for Olive M. Turner will be held Friday, October 9, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. at Highland Memorial Cemetery, 1827 College Drive, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Olive’s family.

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MaryLynn Young - March 25, 1933 - May 06, 2020

Departed: 05/06/2020 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: MaryLynn Young, 87, formerly of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 6th, 2020, at her home in Arlington, Texas surrounded by her loving family.

She was born March 25, 1933, in St. Francisville, Illinois, the oldest of John and Lucille (VanWey) Brian. Her father was the owner of Brian Lumber Company in St. Francisville, Bridgeport and Sumner. On January 18th, 1952, MaryLynn married (or eloped) with Joseph White Young of Lawrenceville, Illinois in Pocahontas, Arkansas after two flat tires getting there and waiting for the Justice of the Peace to watch his favorite TV show. Joe preceded her in death on June 19, 2019, after 67 years of marriage.

MaryLynn graduated from Bridgeport Township High School in 1951 and then attended Eastern Illinois University.

In 1962, Joe and MaryLynn moved to Mt. Carmel, Illinois and lived at 430 Cherry Street for 30 years. MaryLynn enjoyed opening her home to family and friends--and even more frequently due to Joe. MaryLynn was a devoted mother.  She was a room mother for each of her three children every year (who were four years apart) and attended every single football, basketball, baseball, track meet, volleyball, and softball game, awards ceremony, and recital of her children.

MaryLynn was a devoted member and past president of the P.E.O. Sisterhood, Woman’s Club, Study Club and Reviewer’s Matinee. She loved these women dearly. In 1976, she served on the Bi Centennial Committee as parade co-coordinator and got Nancy Dussault, who was the first female co-anchor for Good Morning America, to be Grand Marshal. MaryLynn was a proud member of the Wabash College Foundation Board, a member of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, Chairman of Wabash County Heart Association and a dedicated Girl Scout Leader for 10 years. During this time Joe, MaryLynn and two other leaders took twelve Girl Scouts to Williamsburg, Virginia where they shared their love of American history with the girls. MaryLynn and Joe loved antiquing and collectibles.  Their homes in Mt. Carmel, Midland, Texas, Bridgeport, Illinois and Arlington, Texas were full of these interesting pieces.  Her love of gardening showed in her flower beds.  MaryLynn and Joe also shared a love of animals and birds.  On Cherry Street you could have seen a dog and a cat, but you might have also seen a duck, monkey and/or a parrot.  Annie, her loving little Chihuahua mix was by her side the last 10 years protecting her to the very end.

She loved living in Mt. Carmel with all her dear friends. She remained close with her sister, Claris Withrow, her brother, Fritz Brian, and her cousin, Ann Sidwell. Her most cherished times were with her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nephews, and niece, who called her Grandma Gus and Aunt Gus. MaryLynn cared deeply for others and her kindness showed. She was dearly loved and will be deeply missed.  Joe and MaryLynn lived in Arlington, Texas the last 10 years of their life to be closer to most of the family.

Left to cherish MaryLynn’s memory are her three children, J.B. Young and wife, Billie of Midland, Texas, Jeff Young of Arlington, Texas, and Ashley Young of Arlington, Texas; her grandchildren James Brandon Young and wife, Kendra of Olney, Illinois, Abby King and husband, Matt of Odessa, Texas, Taylor and husband, Jacob Albo of Midland, Texas, Amanda Jackson  and husband, Hilbert of Arlington, Texas and Shannon Young of Midland, Texas; her great grandchildren Jackson and Josalyn Young of Olney, Illinois, Nolan and Nora Jackson of Arlington, Texas and Kennedy King of Odessa, Texas; her sister, Claris Withrow and partner Carl Waggoner of Melbourne, Florida; brother, Fritz and wife Sarah Brian of Bridgeport, Illinois and brother- in- law, Arthur Schmidt of Austin, Texas.

MaryLynn was preceded in death by her husband of sixty-seven years Joe; her parents; John and Lucille Brian; and sister-in-law, Annabel Young Schmidt.

A Celebration of Life will be held for Joseph W. (January 27, 1932-June 19, 2019) and MaryLynn (March 25, 1933-May 6, 2020) Young on Saturday, May 22, 2021, at 12:00 noon in the chapel of Short Funeral Home (527 N. Mulberry, Mt. Carmel, Illinois).  Burial will be held following the funeral service at Lawrenceville City Cemetery (300 18th Street, Lawrenceville, Illinois).

Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation prior to the service from 10:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.    Please enter through the garage.

Memorials may be given in Joe’s memory to Wabash County Museum and in MaryLynn’s memory to P.E.O. Sisterhood.  Memorial envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

COVID-19 precautions, wearing of face coverings, social distancing and use of hand sanitizer is recommended. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve MaryLynn’s family.

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Ben Allen Adams - August 29, 2019 - August 29, 2019

Departed: 08/29/2019 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: Ben Allen Adams passed away August 29, 2019, at birth, in Evansville, Indiana, at St. Vincent Medical Center.

Ben’s parents are Thomas Leroy Mayer and Erin Elizabeth (Harms) Adams of Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

He is survived by his parents; maternal family, Cassie Lingo, Jennifer Harms, Kathy and Ron Pulliam; paternal family, Thomas Mayer; uncle, Randy Riggs; aunts, Samantha Harms, Nicole Adams, Brandy Mayer and Eliza Dill; and several cousins.

Ben was preceded in death by his maternal family, Allen Harms, Pete and Earlene Harms, and, paternal family, Veda Mayer, and, Leonard and Sylvia Watson.

A graveside service will be held Thursday, September 5, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. at Highland Memorial Cemetery, 1827 College Drive, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Ben’s family.

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Richard Gerard Fuss - July 23, 1935 - June 25, 2019

Departed: 06/25/2019 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: Richard Gerard Fuss, 83, from Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away June 25, 2019, at his residence.

He was born July 23, 1935, in Cook County, Illinois, the son of Adolph G. and Elsie L. (Kingstrom) Fuss.  On July 18, 1959, Richard married Mary Jane Mish at the St. Thomas Catholic Church in Kenosha, Wisconsin.

Richard was an automobile mechanic his entire life.  Everyone knew him as the “Lone Ranger.”  With this distinction he did several radio and television spots.

Left to cherish Richard’s memory is a niece, nephew, special friends--Jamie McGee and family, and several community friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife.

There will be a graveside service at Highland Memorial Cemetery, 1827 College Drive, Mt. Carmel, Illinois, on Wednesday, July 3, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Richard’s family.

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Bobby L. Sales - November 23, 1941 - May 07, 2019

Departed: 05/07/2019 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: Bobby L. Sales, 77, of Harrison, Arkansas, formerly of Mt. Carmel, passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2019, at Willard Walker Hospice House in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

He was born November 23, 1941, in Marlow, Oklahoma, the son of Bill and Mildred (Johnson) Sales.  After graduating high school, Bobby proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.  He married Lois LaVerne Stuessel on September 10, 1965, in Mt. Carmel, Illinois.  They had been married 41 years when she passed in 2006.

Bobby worked 42 years at Pacific Press and Shear as a power unit hydraulic assembler from 1964 until he retired in 2008.  He loved wood working, was a member of VFW, Eagles and a past Commander of the American Legion.

Left to cherish Bobby’s memory are his sons, Scott Sales and his wife Madeline of Harrison, Arkansas, and Jim Sales of Louisiana; seven grandchildren, Sara Ditterline, Nathan Sales, Ashley Duke, Eddy Rust, Levi Slover, Seth Sales and Dakota Sales; and, seven great-grandchildren, Mackenzie Sisson, Trace Sisson, Brielle Ditterline, Axil Sales, Kellen Sales, Alaina Rust and Keegan Shaver.

Bobby was preceded in death by his parents; wife, LaVerne; brothers, Jim Sales and Billie Sales.

A graveside service will be held Friday, May 10, 2109, at 11:00 a.m. at Highland Memorial Cemetery, 1827 College Drive, Mt. Carmel, Illinois.  There will be no visitation.

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Wilda A. Bostick - August 31, 1957 - May 17, 2018

Departed: 05/17/2018 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: Wilda A. Bostick, 60, of Petersburg, Indiana, passed away Thursday, May 17, 2018, at University Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana.

She was born August 31, 1957, in Mount Carmel, Illinois, the daughter of Barbara Ann (Banks) and Waldo Harold Wright.  She married Roy Bostick.  He passed away June 4, 2015.

Wilda was a very giving and loving person.  She worked as a Nurse Aide in nursing homes.  Her grandchildren were special to her and she loved every minute she could spend with them.

Left to cherish her memory are her father, Waldo Harold Wright of Bonita Springs, Florida; son, Waldo Leroy Williams of Vincennes, Indiana; stepdaughter, Robyn Goings of Petersburg, Indiana; grandchildren Drake Lung, Andrew Williams, Brooklyn Williams, Gavin Lung, Mekenna Goings, Haden Goings; brothers, Michael Wright of Owensville, Indiana and Timothy Wright of Princeton, Indiana; and sister Sheri David of Bonita Springs, Florida.

Wilda was preceded in death by her husband and her mother.

The funeral service for Wilda Bostick will be Sunday, May 27, 2018, at 2:00 p.m. at Gospel Kingdom Church, Mt. Carmel, Illinois, with visitation from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the service.  Burial will follow at Walnut Hill Cemetery in Petersburg, Indiana. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

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Lorrie Jean Witsman - August 23, 1959 - August 22, 2015

Departed: 08/22/2015 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: ~~Lorrie Jean Witsman, 55, of Allendale, Illinois passed away Saturday, August 22, 2015 at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, Indiana, surrounded by her loving family. She was born, August 23, 1959 the daughter of Roland Jr. and Lillian Frances (Whitten) Bailey. She married Ronald Eugene Witsman, Sr. on September 15, 1978 at Adams Corner Church in Allendale. He survives. Lorrie was a member of Adams Corner United Methodist Church in Allendale and strong Allendale School supporter. She was a graduate of the class of 1977 of Allendale High School and graduated in 1979 with an associate’s degree in child care from Wabash Valley College. She was a homemaker, and also worked in various childcare positions, baby sat at home, worked as an aide at Shurtleff Manor and a Claims Representative at Golden Rule in Lawrenceville, IL for nine years. She was very involved with her family, especially grandchildren. Cooking for family was a special time for her; Taste of Home a favorite magazine. She could always be counted on to take a dish to the fireman dinners and to others in need. She loved her TV shows, Wheel of Fortune and soap operas. She was an avid NASCAR fan; Ryan Newman was her favorite driver. Left to cherish her memories are her husband of 38 years, Ron; sons, Ronald Eugene(Meri) Witsman, Jr., and Joseph Roland (Tanya) Witsman; grandchildren, Kylie Williams, Jaxson Witsman, McKenzie Smith, Madison Smith and fifth grandchild due in November, Liam Witsman; brothers, Roland (Nancy) Bailey III, Jim (Vickie) Bailey, David (Dixie) Bailey and Bill (Bonnie) Bailey; sister, Cindy (Roger) Carneal; and mother-in-law, Mary Hargart. Ron remembers the special talks they had, the motorcycle rides with her auburn hair blowing in the wind. Sister, Cindy remembers “swimming” in a 5-gallon bucket until they splashed all the water out. Her family will have memories of vacation trips to Kentucky Kingdom, Kentucky Lake, Six Flags, and Kings Island. She was always up for a “camping” trip to a 5-star hotel, but the boys wanted to tent camp. The grand pets, Rocky, Rubicon, and Ziva had a special bond with Lorrie. Lorrie was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Ashley Nichole Witsman; and father-in-law, Marlin Witsman. Visitation for friends and family will be Thursday, August 27, 2015 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Short Funeral Home, 527 N Mulberry St., Mt. Carmel, IL. Funeral service will be Friday, August 28, 2015 at ll:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Highland Memorial Cemetery, Mt. Carmel, IL. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the family. Envelopes for contributions will available at Visitation and Funeral. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Lorrie’s family.

~~Lorrie Jean Witsman, 55, of Allendale, Illinois passed away Saturday, August 22, 2015 at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, Indiana, surrounded by her loving family. She was born, August 23, 1959 the daughter of Roland Jr. and Lillian Frances (Whitten) Bailey. She married Ronald Eugene Witsman, Sr. on September 15, 1978 at Adams Corner Church in Allendale. He survives.

Lorrie was a member of Adams Corner United Methodist Church in Allendale and strong Allendale School supporter. She was a graduate of the class of 1977 of Allendale High School and graduated in 1979 with an associate’s degree in child care from Wabash Valley College. She was a homemaker, and also worked in various childcare positions, baby sat at home, worked as an aide at Shurtleff Manor and a Claims Representative at Golden Rule in Lawrenceville, IL for nine years.

She was very involved with her family, especially grandchildren. Cooking for family was a special time for her; Taste of Home a favorite magazine. She could always be counted on to take a dish to the fireman dinners and to others in need. She loved her TV shows, Wheel of Fortune and soap operas. She was an avid NASCAR fan; Ryan Newman was her favorite driver.

Left to cherish her memories are her husband of 38 years, Ron; sons, Ronald Eugene(Meri) Witsman, Jr., and Joseph Roland (Tanya) Witsman; grandchildren, Kylie Williams, Jaxson Witsman, McKenzie Smith, Madison Smith and fifth grandchild due in November, Liam Witsman; brothers, Roland (Nancy) Bailey III, Jim (Vickie) Bailey, David (Dixie) Bailey and Bill (Bonnie) Bailey; sister, Cindy (Roger) Carneal; and mother-in-law, Mary Hargart.

Ron remembers the special talks they had, the motorcycle rides with her auburn hair blowing in the wind. Sister, Cindy remembers “swimming” in a 5-gallon bucket until they splashed all the water out. Her family will have memories of vacation trips to Kentucky Kingdom, Kentucky Lake, Six Flags, and Kings Island. She was always up for a “camping” trip to a 5-star hotel, but the boys wanted to tent camp. The grand pets, Rocky, Rubicon, and Ziva had a special bond with Lorrie. Lorrie was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Ashley Nichole Witsman; and father-in-law, Marlin Witsman. Visitation for friends and family will be Thursday, August 27, 2015 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Short Funeral Home, 527 N Mulberry St., Mt. Carmel, IL. Funeral service will be Friday, August 28, 2015 at ll:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Highland Memorial Cemetery, Mt. Carmel, IL.

Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the family. Envelopes for contributions will available at Visitation and Funeral.

Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Lorrie’s family.

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Mickey T. Smith - March 10, 1949 - August 22, 2015

Departed: 08/22/2015 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: Mickey T. Smith, 66, of Mt. Carmel, passed away on Saturday August 22, 2015 at Oakview Heights Continuous Care and Rehab. He was born on Thursday March 10, 1949 in Owensboro KY, the son of Roy and Anita (Hagerman) Smith. He married Debby Cole on Thursday August 21, 1971 in Hartford KY and she survives. Mickey graduated from the University of Kentucky in 1971 and remained an avid UK basketball fan. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Mt. Carmel. He was very active in the church as the chairman of the deacons, bus ministry and taught 5th and 6th grade Sunday school for 28 years. He worked for Ashland Pipeline for 25 years and CountryMark Logistics for 19 years as a pipeline engineer for both companies. Left to cherish his memories is his wife of 44 years Debby, three sons Jim Smith of Bloomington IL, Mike Smith of Evansville IN, and Brad and his wife Molly Smith of Nashville TN and two granddaughters Charlotte and Emily Smith of Nashville TN. Preceding Mickey in death were his parents. Visitation will be Monday August 24th 2015 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm at the First Baptist Church, 130 W 6th Street, in Mt. Carmel IL. Funeral services will be Tuesday August 25th 2015 at 11:00 am at the First Baptist Church in Mt. Carmel with burial in Highland Memorial Cemetery in Mt. Carmel. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the First Baptist Church Bus Ministry, 103 W 6th St Mt. Carmel IL 62863, or to the Wabash County Animal Shelter, 11336 N 1550 Blvd Mt. Carmel IL 62863. Envelopes will also be available at the funeral home. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Mickey’s family.

Mickey T. Smith, 66, of Mt. Carmel, passed away on Saturday August 22, 2015 at Oakview Heights Continuous Care and Rehab.

He was born on Thursday March 10, 1949 in Owensboro KY, the son of Roy and Anita (Hagerman) Smith. He married Debby Cole on Thursday August 21, 1971 in Hartford KY and she survives.

Mickey graduated from the University of Kentucky in 1971 and remained an avid UK basketball fan. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Mt. Carmel. He was very active in the church as the chairman of the deacons, bus ministry and taught 5th and 6th grade Sunday school for 28 years.

He worked for Ashland Pipeline for 25 years and CountryMark Logistics for 19 years as a pipeline engineer for both companies.

Left to cherish his memories is his wife of 44 years Debby, three sons Jim Smith of Bloomington IL, Mike Smith of Evansville IN, and Brad and his wife Molly Smith of Nashville TN and two granddaughters Charlotte and Emily Smith of Nashville TN.

Preceding Mickey in death were his parents.

Visitation will be Monday August 24th 2015 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm at the First Baptist Church, 130 W 6th Street, in Mt. Carmel IL.

Funeral services will be Tuesday August 25th 2015 at 11:00 am at the First Baptist Church in Mt. Carmel with burial in Highland Memorial Cemetery in Mt. Carmel.

Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the First Baptist Church Bus Ministry, 103 W 6th St Mt. Carmel IL 62863, or to the Wabash County Animal Shelter, 11336 N 1550 Blvd Mt. Carmel IL 62863. Envelopes will also be available at the funeral home. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

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Barbara Ann Kinney - July 13, 1937 - August 17, 2015

Departed: 08/17/2015 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: Barbara Ann Kinney Barbara Ann Kinney, 78, of Mt. Carmel, passed away Monday August 17, 2015 at Oakview Heights Continuous Care and Rehab in Mt. Carmel. She was born on Thursday July 13, 1937 in East St. Louis, Illinois the daughter of Wendell and Aona (Fischer) McMahel. She married Leroy Kinney on Thursday October 29, 1953 and he preceeded her in death. Barbara was a member and very active in the Lancaster Church of Christ as she felt church was a very important part of her life. She was also a member of the Lancaster Community Club. Left to cherish her memories are two sons Michael and wife Robin Kinney and Richard Kinney both of Mt. Carmel, one daughter Trina and husband Jerry Hedrick of Mt. Carmel, one brother Bill McMahel of Georgia and five grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents and husband. A graveside service will be held on Saturday August 22, 2015 at 10:30 am at Rosehill Cemetery in Mt. Carmel. The family requests everyone wear casual clothing to the graveside service. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the Lancaster Community Club, 6496 Highway 11 Mt. Carmel IL 62863, there will also be envelopes available through the funeral home. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Barbara’s family. Barbara Ann Kinney

Barbara Ann Kinney, 78, of Mt. Carmel, passed away Monday August 17, 2015 at Oakview Heights Continuous Care and Rehab in Mt. Carmel.

She was born on Thursday July 13, 1937 in East St. Louis, Illinois the daughter of Wendell and Aona (Fischer) McMahel. She married Leroy Kinney on Thursday October 29, 1953 and he preceeded her in death.

Barbara was a member and very active in the Lancaster Church of Christ as she felt church was a very important part of her life. She was also a member of the Lancaster Community Club.

Left to cherish her memories are two sons Michael and wife Robin Kinney and Richard Kinney both of Mt. Carmel, one daughter Trina and husband Jerry Hedrick of Mt. Carmel, one brother Bill McMahel of Georgia and five grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.

Preceding her in death were her parents and husband.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday August 22, 2015 at 10:30 am at Rosehill Cemetery in Mt. Carmel. The family requests everyone wear casual clothing to the graveside service.

Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the Lancaster Community Club, 6496 Highway 11 Mt. Carmel IL 62863, there will also be envelopes available through the funeral home. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

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Violet J. Dallas - January 13, 1930 - August 15, 2015

Departed: 08/15/2015 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: ~~Violet J. Dallas, 85, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2015. She was born on January 13, 1930 to W.G. and Juanita Dutton. She is survived by her loving husband W.C. “Dub” Dallas and son, David (Marjorie) Dallas of Mt. Carmel; two grandsons, Matthew (Katie) Casburn of Grand Rapids, MI and Brandon (Jenny) Casburn and their daughter Cora of Indianapolis, IN; son-in-law Thomas Casburn of Findley, OH; sisters Shirley Price and Alene Oglesby; and brothers Bill Dutton and Larry Dutton. Violet was a devoted wife and mother. She was a full time homemaker who took great pride in her family. Violet and Dub shared more than 66 years of happy marriage. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Mt. Carmel. Violet recently received her “Golden Circle Certificate” denoting 50 years as a member of Beta Sigma Phi sorority. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Preceding her in death were her parents; a daughter Pamela Casburn; and a brother James Dutton. Visitation will be at Short Funeral Home in Mt. Carmel Monday evening, August 17, 2015 from 5:00 to 8:00PM. Funeral Services will be in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home Tuesday morning, August 18, 2015 at 11:00AM, with an hour of visitation prior to the service. Burial will follow in Highland Memorial Cemetery, Mt. Carmel. Memorials in Violet’s memory can be made to Youth In Action or Wabash County Shelter Buddies. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Violet’s family.

~~Violet J. Dallas, 85, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2015. She was born on January 13, 1930 to W.G. and Juanita Dutton.

She is survived by her loving husband W.C. “Dub” Dallas and son, David (Marjorie) Dallas of Mt. Carmel; two grandsons, Matthew (Katie) Casburn of Grand Rapids, MI and Brandon (Jenny) Casburn and their daughter Cora of Indianapolis, IN; son-in-law Thomas Casburn of Findley, OH; sisters Shirley Price and Alene Oglesby; and brothers Bill Dutton and Larry Dutton.

Violet was a devoted wife and mother. She was a full time homemaker who took great pride in her family. Violet and Dub shared more than 66 years of happy marriage. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Mt. Carmel. Violet recently received her “Golden Circle Certificate” denoting 50 years as a member of Beta Sigma Phi sorority. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Preceding her in death were her parents; a daughter Pamela Casburn; and a brother James Dutton.

Visitation will be at Short Funeral Home in Mt. Carmel Monday evening, August 17, 2015 from 5:00 to 8:00PM. Funeral Services will be in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home Tuesday morning, August 18, 2015 at 11:00AM, with an hour of visitation prior to the service. Burial will follow in Highland Memorial Cemetery, Mt. Carmel.

Memorials in Violet’s memory can be made to Youth In Action or Wabash County Shelter Buddies. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Violet’s family.

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John Arthur Yelch - August 09, 1958 - August 08, 2015

Departed: 08/08/2015 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: John Arthur Yelch, 56, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Saturday, August 8, 2015, at his residence. John was born August 9, 1958, the son of Julius M. and Helen (Albietz) Yelch, in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. He was a 1977 graduate of Mt. Carmel High School. John owned and operated Yelch Construction for 36 years; also working at Duke Energy Gibson Station. He was a member and elder of Pisgah Presbyterian Church in Bridgeport, Illinois. For 37 years he was a member of Carpenters Local #1188 of Mt. Carmel and Carpenters Local #546 of Vincennes, Indiana. Left to cherish his memory is a brother, Dan and wife Cheryl Yelch of Elizabeth, Indiana; his sweetheart, Sonya Gould, of Lawrenceville, Illinois; cousin, Lorene Rutter of Mt. Carmel; niece, Sarah Yelch of Corydon, Indiana; and a nephew, Matt Yelch of Elizabeth, Indiana. Preceding him in death were his parents Family and friends may call Friday, August 14, 2015, from 11:00 to 2:00 at Short Funeral Home, 527 N Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, with Graveside Services following at 2:30 p.m. in Allendale Cemetery, Allendale, Illinois. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Pisgah Presbyterian Church. 5412 Pisgah Road, Bridgeport, Illinois 62417. Envelopes will also be available at Short Funeral Home. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve John’s family.

John Arthur Yelch, 56, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Saturday, August 8, 2015, at his residence.

John was born August 9, 1958, the son of Julius M. and Helen (Albietz) Yelch, in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. He was a 1977 graduate of Mt. Carmel High School.

John owned and operated Yelch Construction for 36 years; also working at Duke Energy Gibson Station. He was a member and elder of Pisgah Presbyterian Church in Bridgeport, Illinois. For 37 years he was a member of Carpenters Local #1188 of Mt. Carmel and Carpenters Local #546 of Vincennes, Indiana.

Left to cherish his memory is a brother, Dan and wife Cheryl Yelch of Elizabeth, Indiana; his sweetheart, Sonya Gould, of Lawrenceville, Illinois; cousin, Lorene Rutter of Mt. Carmel; niece, Sarah Yelch of Corydon, Indiana; and a nephew, Matt Yelch of Elizabeth, Indiana. Preceding him in death were his parents

Family and friends may call Friday, August 14, 2015, from 11:00 to 2:00 at Short Funeral Home, 527 N Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, with Graveside Services following at 2:30 p.m. in Allendale Cemetery, Allendale, Illinois.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to Pisgah Presbyterian Church. 5412 Pisgah Road, Bridgeport, Illinois 62417. Envelopes will also be available at Short Funeral Home. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

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Madeleine G. Alka - June 04, 1930 - August 04, 2015

Departed: 08/04/2015 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: Madeleine G. Alka, 85, of Boonville, Indiana, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2015, at Golden Living Centers in Evansville, Indiana. Madeleine was born June 4, 1930, in Mt. Carmel, Illinois, the daughter of Virgil and Cora (Davis) Carroll. She married William Alka, September 24, 1948 in Henderson Kentucky. He preceded her in death on February 20, 2009. She enjoyed cooking and baking and was a loving mother and grandma. Left to cherish her memories are her children James W. and his wife Christa Alka of Henderson, Kentucky, and Carol Jean Alka of Atlanta, Georgia; a granddaughter, Dr. Jamie C. Alka of Henderson, Kentucky; and a sister, Virginia Wilkinson of Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Preceding her in death were her parents and husband. Family and friends may call Saturday, August 8, 2015 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Short Funeral Home, 527 N Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. A Graveside service will immediately follow at 4:00 p.m. in Highland Memorial Cemetery, 1827 College Drive, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Madeleine’s family.

Madeleine G. Alka, 85, of Boonville, Indiana, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2015, at Golden Living Centers in Evansville, Indiana.

Madeleine was born June 4, 1930, in Mt. Carmel, Illinois, the daughter of Virgil and Cora (Davis) Carroll. She married William Alka, September 24, 1948 in Henderson Kentucky. He preceded her in death on February 20, 2009.

She enjoyed cooking and baking and was a loving mother and grandma.

Left to cherish her memories are her children James W. and his wife Christa Alka of Henderson, Kentucky, and Carol Jean Alka of Atlanta, Georgia; a granddaughter, Dr. Jamie C. Alka of Henderson, Kentucky; and a sister, Virginia Wilkinson of Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

Preceding her in death were her parents and husband.

Family and friends may call Saturday, August 8, 2015 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Short Funeral Home, 527 N Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. A Graveside service will immediately follow at 4:00 p.m. in Highland Memorial Cemetery, 1827 College Drive, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

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Ricky Gene Pollard - April 20, 1954 - August 01, 2015

Departed: 08/01/2015 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: Ricky Gene Pollard, 61, of Grayville, Illinois, passed away Saturday, August 1, 2015, at his residence. Ricky was born April 20, 1954, in Gibson County, Indiana, the son of Charles L. and Clara (Spore) Pollard. He was a member of the Sons of American Legion in Princeton, Indiana. Ricky was a tree trimmer by trade. Left to cherish his memories are his son, Ricky Norman Pollard of Grayville, Illinois; step children, Melinda (David) Gill of Tennessee and Michelle (Jerry) Allen of Owensville, Indiana; grandchildren, Andrew Lynn French, Drennan Quade Burke, Kyla Nikole Pollard, Kyle Nolan Pollard and Alicia Dawn Allen; Linda Evans Pollard, a spouse for many years; sister, Pamela Weiss of Mt. Carmel; brother-in-law, Timothy Weiss, Sr. of Mt. Carmel; nieces and nephews, Melissa (Dwayne) Dixon, Renee (Mike) Hufford, Melanie (Gary Prater) Pollard, Timothy (Heather) Weiss, Jr. and Tyler (Brittany) Weiss; special friends, Tim Sutton and Rodger Burns; several great nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents, and brothers, Michael Pollard and Charles Lynn Pollard. Visitation will be Saturday, from 11:00 to 12:30 in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home, 527 N Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Graveside service will follow at 1:00 p.m. in Maumee Cemetery at Johnson, Indiana. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Ricky’s family.

Ricky Gene Pollard, 61, of Grayville, Illinois, passed away Saturday, August 1, 2015, at his residence.

Ricky was born April 20, 1954, in Gibson County, Indiana, the son of Charles L. and Clara (Spore) Pollard. He was a member of the Sons of American Legion in Princeton, Indiana. Ricky was a tree trimmer by trade.

Left to cherish his memories are his son, Ricky Norman Pollard of Grayville, Illinois; step children, Melinda (David) Gill of Tennessee and Michelle (Jerry) Allen of Owensville, Indiana; grandchildren, Andrew Lynn French, Drennan Quade Burke, Kyla Nikole Pollard, Kyle Nolan Pollard and Alicia Dawn Allen; Linda Evans Pollard, a spouse for many years; sister, Pamela Weiss of Mt. Carmel; brother-in-law, Timothy Weiss, Sr. of Mt. Carmel; nieces and nephews, Melissa (Dwayne) Dixon, Renee (Mike) Hufford, Melanie (Gary Prater) Pollard, Timothy (Heather) Weiss, Jr. and Tyler (Brittany) Weiss; special friends, Tim Sutton and Rodger Burns; several great nieces and nephews.

Preceding him in death were his parents, and brothers, Michael Pollard and Charles Lynn Pollard.

Visitation will be Saturday, from 11:00 to 12:30 in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home, 527 N Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Graveside service will follow at 1:00 p.m. in Maumee Cemetery at Johnson, Indiana. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

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Margaret A. Storckman - August 10, 1916 - July 30, 2015

Departed: 07/30/2015 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: ~~Margaret A. Storckman, 98, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois passed away Thursday, July 30, 2015 in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. Margaret was born Thursday, August 10, 1916 in Mt. Carmel, the daughter of Frank and Millicent (Sutton) Baird. She married Henry K. Storckman Saturday, October 21, 1950 in Mt. Carmel. He preceded her in death September 13, 1981. Margaret was a member of the Evangelical United Methodist Church. She worked as the produce manager in a grocery store. Margaret enjoyed gardening, especially roses and flowers. Those left to cherish her memories are daughter, Janis (Wally) Mlynarski of Doylestown, PA; son, Robert (Ellen) Storckman of Mt. Carmel; five grandchildren, Maria (Eric) Swift, Wally (Jessica) Mlynarski, Jr., Andrew Mlynarski, Alexia (Gregg) Wilcox and Clayton (Kelli) Storckman; and four great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents; husband, Henry; brothers, Dwain, Dorwood and Robert Baird; and sister Betty Wolfe. A Private Graveside Service will be held on Friday, August 7, 2015 at Highland Memorial Cemetery in Mt. Carmel. Memorials in Margaret Storckman’s memory can be made to St. Jude’s Childrens Hospital or Wabash County Shelter Buddies % Short-Cunningham Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry St., Mt. Carmel, IL, 62863. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Margaret’s family.

~~Margaret A. Storckman, 98, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois passed away Thursday, July 30, 2015 in Doylestown, Pennsylvania.

Margaret was born Thursday, August 10, 1916 in Mt. Carmel, the daughter of Frank and Millicent (Sutton) Baird. She married Henry K. Storckman Saturday, October 21, 1950 in Mt. Carmel. He preceded her in death September 13, 1981.

Margaret was a member of the Evangelical United Methodist Church. She worked as the produce manager in a grocery store. Margaret enjoyed gardening, especially roses and flowers.

Those left to cherish her memories are daughter, Janis (Wally) Mlynarski of Doylestown, PA; son, Robert (Ellen) Storckman of Mt. Carmel; five grandchildren, Maria (Eric) Swift, Wally (Jessica) Mlynarski, Jr., Andrew Mlynarski, Alexia (Gregg) Wilcox and Clayton (Kelli) Storckman; and four great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death were her parents; husband, Henry; brothers, Dwain, Dorwood and Robert Baird; and sister Betty Wolfe.

A Private Graveside Service will be held on Friday, August 7, 2015 at Highland Memorial Cemetery in Mt. Carmel.

Memorials in Margaret Storckman’s memory can be made to St. Jude’s Childrens Hospital or Wabash County Shelter Buddies % Short-Cunningham Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry St., Mt. Carmel, IL, 62863. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Margaret’s family.

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Merle A. Weems - September 12, 1939 - July 30, 2015

Departed: 07/30/2015 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: Merle Weems, 75, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2015 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Merle was born, Tuesday, September 12, 1939, in Iuka, Illinois, the son of Charlie W. and Bertha E. (Kuntsman) Weems. He graduated high school in Salem, Illinois. On Sunday, June 7, 1959, Merle married Patsy Lowery at the Lowery Church in Keenes, Illinois. In 1966, he was a graduate of Dale Carnegie Courses. Merle was a member of Parkview Christian Church. He was an entrepreneur at heart in farming, the restaurant business and the shoe store. Merle also devoted over 30 years to the City of Mt. Carmel as city commissioner and city administrator, was active in the Chamber of Commerce and was on the Wabash County Merchants Association for 24 years as Weem’s Shoe Shanty. Merle was involved with District 348 School Board. He loved to coach Little League baseball as well as basketball. Merle volunteered for Meals on Wheels. He truly enjoyed serving his fellow man and the community. Merle received many awards. He was Boss of the Year of Weems Family Restaurant, received the IASB Award of Merit, 2002 placed 3rd in Skeet League, 2003 first place in the Golf Tournament and was awarded Key to the City of Mt. Carmel. 1974 to 1976 he received the Commendation for Community Service Award for the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and 1981 to 1983 he was awarded Certificate of Appreciation also to the Mt. Carmel Chamber of Commerce. He liked bowling, softball, hunting, fishing, gardening, coin collecting and was an avid St. Louis Cardinal’s fan and an IU fan. After retirement, he enjoyed gun collecting. Some of his fondest memories were the trips to Tulsa, Oklahoma and Louisville, Kentucky to trade and deal guns with friends and collectors from around the globe. Left to cherish his memories are his wife of 56 years, Pat; children, Brad (Annette) Weems of Ft. Wayne, Indiana, Carol Weems of Haubstadt, Indiana, and Rodney (Shauna) Weems of Mt. Carmel, Illinois; grandchildren, Tiffany and Benjamin Weems, Jarrod Compton, Nicholas Weems, Laryn Rodgers, Nick Rodgers and Kody Baker; and a brother, Bill (Keiko) Weems of Olney, Illinois. Preceded in death were his parents and three brothers, Keith, Kenneth and Tony Weems. Family and friends may call Sunday, August 2, 2015 from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Short Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Monday, August 3, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home, 527 N Mulberry Street with burial immediately following at Highland Memorial Cemetery, 1827 College Drive. Memorials may be made to Parkview Christian Church, American Cancer Society or Celtic Hospice. Envelopes will be provided at Short’s. The family would like to thank Celtic Hospice for the wonderful care given to their loved one. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve the Weem’s family.

Merle Weems, 75, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2015 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Merle was born, Tuesday, September 12, 1939, in Iuka, Illinois, the son of Charlie W. and Bertha E. (Kuntsman) Weems. He graduated high school in Salem, Illinois. On Sunday, June 7, 1959, Merle married Patsy Lowery at the Lowery Church in Keenes, Illinois. In 1966, he was a graduate of Dale Carnegie Courses. Merle was a member of Parkview Christian Church.

He was an entrepreneur at heart in farming, the restaurant business and the shoe store. Merle also devoted over 30 years to the City of Mt. Carmel as city commissioner and city administrator, was active in the Chamber of Commerce and was on the Wabash County Merchants Association for 24 years as Weem’s Shoe Shanty. Merle was involved with District 348 School Board. He loved to coach Little League baseball as well as basketball. Merle volunteered for Meals on Wheels. He truly enjoyed serving his fellow man and the community.

Merle received many awards. He was Boss of the Year of Weems Family Restaurant, received the IASB Award of Merit, 2002 placed 3rd in Skeet League, 2003 first place in the Golf Tournament and was awarded Key to the City of Mt. Carmel. 1974 to 1976 he received the Commendation for Community Service Award for the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and 1981 to 1983 he was awarded Certificate of Appreciation also to the Mt. Carmel Chamber of Commerce.

He liked bowling, softball, hunting, fishing, gardening, coin collecting and was an avid St. Louis Cardinal’s fan and an IU fan. After retirement, he enjoyed gun collecting. Some of his fondest memories were the trips to Tulsa, Oklahoma and Louisville, Kentucky to trade and deal guns with friends and collectors from around the globe.

Left to cherish his memories are his wife of 56 years, Pat; children, Brad (Annette) Weems of Ft. Wayne, Indiana, Carol Weems of Haubstadt, Indiana, and Rodney (Shauna) Weems of Mt. Carmel, Illinois; grandchildren, Tiffany and Benjamin Weems, Jarrod Compton, Nicholas Weems, Laryn Rodgers, Nick Rodgers and Kody Baker; and a brother, Bill (Keiko) Weems of Olney, Illinois.

Preceded in death were his parents and three brothers, Keith, Kenneth and Tony Weems.

Family and friends may call Sunday, August 2, 2015 from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Short Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Monday, August 3, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home, 527 N Mulberry Street with burial immediately following at Highland Memorial Cemetery, 1827 College Drive.

Memorials may be made to Parkview Christian Church, American Cancer Society or Celtic Hospice. Envelopes will be provided at Short’s.

The family would like to thank Celtic Hospice for the wonderful care given to their loved one. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

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Tripp Alan Leon Lingo - April 05, 2015 - July 27, 2015

Departed: 07/27/2015 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: Tripp Alan Leon Lingo Tripp Alan Leon Lingo, 3 month old, of Mt. Carmel passed away Monday, July 27, 2015 at Wabash General Hospital in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Tripp Alan, the infant son of Tyler and Natasha (Groff) Lingo, was born Sunday, April 5, 2015 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Evansville, Indiana. He has two sisters surviving, Kiara and Kyrie Lingo; paternal grandparents Terry (Cassie Harms) Lingo and Jo Ann (Darrel) Brady; Great-great grandmother Nancy Rainy; maternal grandparents, Eddie (Aleta) Phelps, Joedy Groff, Cynthia Phelps; uncles, Tyler Phelps, Robert Ridgley and Christopher Groff; and aunts, Roberta Lingo, Telisha Ridgley and Samantha Harms. Preceding Tripp in death are his paternal great-grandparents, Omer “Buddy” Lingo, Lucille Sparks Lingo, Diane Cox, Joe Birkla; maternal great-grandparents, Merlyn (Alsphach) Groff and Larry Groff; and cousins Derick Birkla and Nathaniel Lingo. Chapel Funeral Service for Tripp will be Friday, July 31, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. at Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry St., Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Family and friends may visit from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. prior to the service. Burial will follow in Highland Memorial Cemetery, Mt. Carmel. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve the Lingo family. Tripp Alan Leon Lingo

Tripp Alan Leon Lingo, 3 month old, of Mt. Carmel passed away Monday, July 27, 2015 at Wabash General Hospital in Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

Tripp Alan, the infant son of Tyler and Natasha (Groff) Lingo, was born Sunday, April 5, 2015 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Evansville, Indiana. He has two sisters surviving, Kiara and Kyrie Lingo; paternal grandparents Terry (Cassie Harms) Lingo and Jo Ann (Darrel) Brady; Great-great grandmother Nancy Rainy; maternal grandparents, Eddie (Aleta) Phelps, Joedy Groff, Cynthia Phelps; uncles, Tyler Phelps, Robert Ridgley and Christopher Groff; and aunts, Roberta Lingo, Telisha Ridgley and Samantha Harms.

Preceding Tripp in death are his paternal great-grandparents, Omer “Buddy” Lingo, Lucille Sparks Lingo, Diane Cox, Joe Birkla; maternal great-grandparents, Merlyn (Alsphach) Groff and Larry Groff; and cousins Derick Birkla and Nathaniel Lingo.

Chapel Funeral Service for Tripp will be Friday, July 31, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. at Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry St., Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Family and friends may visit from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. prior to the service. Burial will follow in Highland Memorial Cemetery, Mt. Carmel. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

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Alice Lucille Clark - September 29, 1925 - July 25, 2015

Departed: 07/25/2015 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: Alice Lucille Clark Alice Lucille Clark, 89, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2015, at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, Indiana. Lucille was born September 29, 1925, the daughter of Reid and Nora (Baugh) Daffer in Birch Tree, Missouri. She married Samuel H. Clark on December 19, 1943, in Carmi, Illinois. He preceded her in death on August 16, 2002. Lucille was a member of Zion Lutheran Church and served on the church council for many years. She was a member of the Eastern Star, White Shrine-past matron and past worthy high priestess, past president of the Mt. Carmel Library Board and was a member of the Wabash General Hospital Auxiliary. Left to cherish her memories are her children, Rita K. Howard of Warner Robbins, Georgia, Alice F. Ankenbrand of Browns, Illinois, Jackie R. Trotter of Warner Robbins, Georgia and Samuel H. “Jay” Clark of Las Vegas, Nevada; sister Velma Alka of Kansas City, Missouri; grandchildren, Jay Scott Howard, Jeremy Trotter, Mariah Clark, Morgan Clark and Max Clark. Preceding her in death were her parents, a brothers George Roy Daffer and Dr. Ernest R. Daffer and a granddaughter Toni Lynn Wood. Per her wishes there will be no visitation or funeral. She requested her body be donated to the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Lucille’s family. Alice Lucille Clark

Alice Lucille Clark, 89, of Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2015, at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, Indiana.

Lucille was born September 29, 1925, the daughter of Reid and Nora (Baugh) Daffer in Birch Tree, Missouri. She married Samuel H. Clark on December 19, 1943, in Carmi, Illinois. He preceded her in death on August 16, 2002.

Lucille was a member of Zion Lutheran Church and served on the church council for many years. She was a member of the Eastern Star, White Shrine-past matron and past worthy high priestess, past president of the Mt. Carmel Library Board and was a member of the Wabash General Hospital Auxiliary.

Left to cherish her memories are her children, Rita K. Howard of Warner Robbins, Georgia, Alice F. Ankenbrand of Browns, Illinois, Jackie R. Trotter of Warner Robbins, Georgia and Samuel H. “Jay” Clark of Las Vegas, Nevada; sister Velma Alka of Kansas City, Missouri; grandchildren, Jay Scott Howard, Jeremy Trotter, Mariah Clark, Morgan Clark and Max Clark.

Preceding her in death were her parents, a brothers George Roy Daffer and Dr. Ernest R. Daffer and a granddaughter Toni Lynn Wood.

Per her wishes there will be no visitation or funeral. She requested her body be donated to the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

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Rosemary Murphree - September 24, 1933 - July 17, 2015

Departed: 07/17/2015 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: ~~Rosemary Murphree, 81, of Mt. Carmel, passed away Friday, July 17, 2015 at Oakview Heights Continuous Care and Rehab. She was born Sunday, September 24, 1933, the daughter of Arthur and Emma (Deisher) Renner in Mt. Carmel. She married William Herbert Murphree on Monday, December 12, 1955 in Reno, Nevada. Rosemary was devoted to the Lord and very active in the Mt. Carmel Church of the Nazarene. She worked as a telephone operator. But her life’s work was her family. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Mary Harms and Donna Jones of Mt. Carmel and Bill (Tina) Murphree of Fairfield, IL; brother Donald Ray (Judy) Renner of Mt. Carmel; grandchildren, Mandy (T.J.) Baxley, Amber (Travis) Wilcox, Christy (Justin) Mayberry, Stephanie (Dallas) Shoemaker, Billy (Minnie), Murphree, Robert Murphree, Shauna Mark; eighteen great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents; husband; granddaughter, Amanda “Amy” Harms; brothers, Everett Renner, Earl Renner, Merle Renner, Norman Renner; and sisters, Alma Yarbor, Ladora Moutray, Helen Stoltz, Virginia Ernest, and Bonnie Renner. The funeral service for Rosemary Murphree will be Tuesday, July 21, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry St., Mt. Carmel, IL. There will be Visitation with family and friends prior to the service, starting at 12:30 p.m. Burial service will be at Nye Chapel Cemetery in Wabash County Illinois following the service. Memorials in Rosemary’s memory can be made to her church, Mt. Carmel Church of the Nazarene, 218 W. Seventh St., Mt. Carmel, IL. Memorial envelopes will be available at the funeral home. . Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Rosemary’s family.

~~Rosemary Murphree, 81, of Mt. Carmel, passed away Friday, July 17, 2015 at Oakview Heights Continuous Care and Rehab.

She was born Sunday, September 24, 1933, the daughter of Arthur and Emma (Deisher) Renner in Mt. Carmel. She married William Herbert Murphree on Monday, December 12, 1955 in Reno, Nevada.

Rosemary was devoted to the Lord and very active in the Mt. Carmel Church of the Nazarene. She worked as a telephone operator. But her life’s work was her family.

Left to cherish her memory are her children, Mary Harms and Donna Jones of Mt. Carmel and Bill (Tina) Murphree of Fairfield, IL; brother Donald Ray (Judy) Renner of Mt. Carmel; grandchildren, Mandy (T.J.) Baxley, Amber (Travis) Wilcox, Christy (Justin) Mayberry, Stephanie (Dallas) Shoemaker, Billy (Minnie), Murphree, Robert Murphree, Shauna Mark; eighteen great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding her in death were her parents; husband; granddaughter, Amanda “Amy” Harms; brothers, Everett Renner, Earl Renner, Merle Renner, Norman Renner; and sisters, Alma Yarbor, Ladora Moutray, Helen Stoltz, Virginia Ernest, and Bonnie Renner.

The funeral service for Rosemary Murphree will be Tuesday, July 21, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry St., Mt. Carmel, IL. There will be Visitation with family and friends prior to the service, starting at 12:30 p.m. Burial service will be at Nye Chapel Cemetery in Wabash County Illinois following the service.

Memorials in Rosemary’s memory can be made to her church, Mt. Carmel Church of the Nazarene, 218 W. Seventh St., Mt. Carmel, IL. Memorial envelopes will be available at the funeral home. . Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Rosemary’s family.

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Gerald H. (Jerry) Lathrop - December 24, 1951 - July 14, 2015

Departed: 07/14/2015 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: Jerry Lathrop, 63, passed away, Tuesday, July 14, 2015, at Wabash General Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born Monday, December 24, 1951, the son of Robert A. and Thelma R. (Fisher) Lathrop at Wabash General Hospital in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. He was a 1970 graduate of Mt. Carmel High School and attended Wabash Valley College. Jerry met his future wife, Deborah, at Sunday school when he was four. The sweethearts married on Saturday, October 7, 1972, at the First Christian Church in Mt. Carmel. They had a great life together. Jerry was member and an elder of the First Christian Church Disciples of Christ. From 1980 to 2005, he owned and operated Lathrop Construction Company. For the last 8 years, he was a Walmart greeter. Jerry was past master counselor of Mt. Carmel DeMolay, past worshipful master of Masonic Lodge #239, past president and longtime secretary of Mt. Carmel Lion’s Club, lifetime member of Wabash Valley Conservation Club, Mt. Carmel Elks, retired volunteer firefighter of nearly 30 years, retired U.S. Army National Guard Staff Sargent and Cub Scout leader for over 20 years. He loved to be involved and volunteered for everything. Jerry also had a raging love for the St. Louis Cardinals. Very dear to his heart was the April through October months that he spent with his sons mowing lawns. Left to cherish his memories are his loving wife, Debbie, of 42 years; children, Karissa and her husband Clinton Anderson, Douglas Lathrop and his significant other, Shalanea Bratcher and Matthew Lathrop of Mt. Carmel; a sister, Patsy and her husband Donnie Dean of Mt. Carmel; grandchildren, McKinnon Anderson, Connor Anderson, Brennan Lathrop, Rhiannon Anderson, Shaleea Bratcher, Colin Lathrop. Keagan Lathrop, Myra Lathrop and Asher Lathrop and several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents, Robert and Thelma Lathrop. Visitation will be Friday, July 17, 2015, from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home. Masonic services will be at 7:30 p.m. The funeral service will be held Saturday, July 18, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. also at Short Funeral Home, 527 N Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel. Burial will be at Highland Memorial Cemetery, 1827 College Drive, Mt. Carmel. Memorials can be made to The First Christian Church Disciples of Christ. Memorials envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Jerry’s family.

Jerry Lathrop, 63, passed away, Tuesday, July 14, 2015, at Wabash General Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

He was born Monday, December 24, 1951, the son of Robert A. and Thelma R. (Fisher) Lathrop at Wabash General Hospital in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. He was a 1970 graduate of Mt. Carmel High School and attended Wabash Valley College. Jerry met his future wife, Deborah, at Sunday school when he was four. The sweethearts married on Saturday, October 7, 1972, at the First Christian Church in Mt. Carmel. They had a great life together.

Jerry was member and an elder of the First Christian Church Disciples of Christ. From 1980 to 2005, he owned and operated Lathrop Construction Company. For the last 8 years, he was a Walmart greeter. Jerry was past master counselor of Mt. Carmel DeMolay, past worshipful master of Masonic Lodge #239, past president and longtime secretary of Mt. Carmel Lion’s Club, lifetime member of Wabash Valley Conservation Club, Mt. Carmel Elks, retired volunteer firefighter of nearly 30 years, retired U.S. Army National Guard Staff Sargent and Cub Scout leader for over 20 years. He loved to be involved and volunteered for everything. Jerry also had a raging love for the St. Louis Cardinals. Very dear to his heart was the April through October months that he spent with his sons mowing lawns.

Left to cherish his memories are his loving wife, Debbie, of 42 years; children, Karissa and her husband Clinton Anderson, Douglas Lathrop and his significant other, Shalanea Bratcher and Matthew Lathrop of Mt. Carmel; a sister, Patsy and her husband Donnie Dean of Mt. Carmel; grandchildren, McKinnon Anderson, Connor Anderson, Brennan Lathrop, Rhiannon Anderson, Shaleea Bratcher, Colin Lathrop. Keagan Lathrop, Myra Lathrop and Asher Lathrop and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding him in death were his parents, Robert and Thelma Lathrop.

Visitation will be Friday, July 17, 2015, from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home. Masonic services will be at 7:30 p.m. The funeral service will be held Saturday, July 18, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. also at Short Funeral Home, 527 N Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel. Burial will be at Highland Memorial Cemetery, 1827 College Drive, Mt. Carmel.

Memorials can be made to The First Christian Church Disciples of Christ. Memorials envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve Jerry’s family.

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D'Nelle Odette Blair Mims - October 09, 2014 - June 30, 2015

Departed: 06/30/2015 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: D’Nelle Odette Blair Mims, 8 months old, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2015 at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. She was born Thursday, October 9, 2014 in Cincinnati, Ohio, the daughter of Jamie Blair and Daniel Mims of Mt. Carmel. Survivors are her parents, brother, Tracyn Blair of Mt. Carmel; maternal grandparents, Terry and Mike Blair of Mt. Carmel; uncles Jeff Blair, Jason and Aubree Blair of Mt. Carmel; and cousins Kylie and Keegan Blair, Ryleigh and Lathan Blair. There will be a Graveside service on Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at Highland Memorial Cemetery to commemorate her short life. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve D’Nelle’s family.

D’Nelle Odette Blair Mims, 8 months old, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2015 at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital.

She was born Thursday, October 9, 2014 in Cincinnati, Ohio, the daughter of Jamie Blair and Daniel Mims of Mt. Carmel.

Survivors are her parents, brother, Tracyn Blair of Mt. Carmel; maternal grandparents, Terry and Mike Blair of Mt. Carmel; uncles Jeff Blair, Jason and Aubree Blair of Mt. Carmel; and cousins Kylie and Keegan Blair, Ryleigh and Lathan Blair.

There will be a Graveside service on Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at Highland Memorial Cemetery to commemorate her short life. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve D’Nelle’s family.

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Wilma A. (Billie) Bolden - May 23, 1923 - June 30, 2015

Departed: 06/30/2015 (Mount Carmel)

Obituary Preview: Billie Bolden, 92, of Mt. Carmel, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2015, at Wabash General Hospital. She was born Wednesday, May 23, 1923, in Mt. Carmel, Illinois, the daughter of William E. and Eva N. (Chambers) Shanks. On Saturday, March 18, 1944, Billie married John Bolden in Mt. Carmel. Billie was a member of First Baptist Church in which her grandfather Thomas Jefferson Chambers, was a founder. She graduated Lockyear Business College. Billie was the office manager for Dee Drilling for 48 years. She was an avid St. Louis Cardinal fan, loved animals, especially her dog Heidy and enjoyed trying to outguess contestants on TV game shows. Left to cherish her memories is her husband of 71 years, John; a nephew, Dr. Robert O’Neal; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents and a half-brother, Claire O’Neal. Funeral services will be held Friday, July 3, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service. Burial services will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery, 1827 College Drive, Mt. Carmel. Memorials can be made to First Baptist Church or Wabash County Animal Shelter Buddies. Envelopes will be provided at the funeral home. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve the Bolden family.

Billie Bolden, 92, of Mt. Carmel, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2015, at Wabash General Hospital.

She was born Wednesday, May 23, 1923, in Mt. Carmel, Illinois, the daughter of William E. and Eva N. (Chambers) Shanks. On Saturday, March 18, 1944, Billie married John Bolden in Mt. Carmel.

Billie was a member of First Baptist Church in which her grandfather Thomas Jefferson Chambers, was a founder. She graduated Lockyear Business College. Billie was the office manager for Dee Drilling for 48 years. She was an avid St. Louis Cardinal fan, loved animals, especially her dog Heidy and enjoyed trying to outguess contestants on TV game shows.

Left to cherish her memories is her husband of 71 years, John; a nephew, Dr. Robert O’Neal; and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding her in death were her parents and a half-brother, Claire O’Neal.

Funeral services will be held Friday, July 3, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Short Funeral Home, 527 N. Mulberry Street, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service. Burial services will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery, 1827 College Drive, Mt. Carmel.

Memorials can be made to First Baptist Church or Wabash County Animal Shelter Buddies. Envelopes will be provided at the funeral home. Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve the Bolden family.

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Services Offered by Highland Memorial Cemetery Funeral Home

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• Licensed funeral directors with years of experience in the industry
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• Sponsoring local events and charities, such as Relay for Life and Toys for Tots
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• A reputation for excellence built on years of dedicated service
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and other biographical information. It may also include details about their life, achievements, and surviving family members.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to notify friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences. They also provide a lasting tribute to the deceased, preserving their memory and legacy for future generations.

Who writes an obituary?

Typically, a family member or close friend of the deceased writes the obituary, often with the assistance of a funeral home or obituary writer. In some cases, the deceased may have written their own obituary in advance.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service, hobbies, and surviving family members. It may also include information about their life story, accomplishments, and charitable donations.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or online platform. Generally, it should be concise and to the point, ranging from a few sentences to a few paragraphs.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many publications and online platforms allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can be a meaningful way to personalize the tribute and help others remember the deceased.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper or online platform?

Contact the publication or platform directly to learn about their submission guidelines and deadlines. You may need to provide the written obituary, along with any photos or other supporting materials.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication or platform. Some may charge by the word or line, while others offer package deals or flat fees. Be sure to ask about pricing when submitting your obituary.

Can I write my own obituary in advance?

Yes, many people choose to write their own obituary in advance as a way to control how they are remembered and to spare their loved ones from having to do so during a difficult time.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of someone's passing, typically including only basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary is a longer, more detailed tribute that provides insight into the person's life and legacy.

Can I include humor or personal anecdotes in an obituary?

Absolutely! Obituaries should reflect the personality and spirit of the deceased. Including humor or personal anecdotes can help make the tribute more engaging and memorable.

How do I handle sensitive or difficult information in an obituary?

If there are sensitive or difficult aspects of the deceased's life that you're unsure how to address in the obituary, consider consulting with other family members or friends for guidance. Remember that honesty and tact are key.

Can I include charitable donation information in an obituary?

Yes! Many people choose to include information about charitable donations in lieu of flowers in their loved one's memory. This can be a meaningful way to honor their legacy and support a good cause.

How long does it take for an obituary to be published?

The timeframe for publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication or platform. Online platforms may publish immediately, while print newspapers may take several days or weeks.

Can I edit an obituary once it's been published?

In most cases, it's difficult or impossible to make changes to an obituary once it's been published. Be sure to proofread carefully before submission to ensure accuracy and avoid errors.

What if I want to publish an obituary in multiple places?

You can certainly publish an obituary in multiple locations, such as local newspapers, online platforms, and social media sites. Just be sure to follow each publication's guidelines and deadlines.

Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?

Absolutely! Quotes or lyrics that were meaningful to the deceased can add depth and personality to the obituary. Just be sure to obtain any necessary permissions or credits.

How do I ensure accuracy in an obituary?

To ensure accuracy, fact-check all information carefully before submitting the obituary. Verify dates, names, and other details with reliable sources whenever possible.

What if I'm unsure about what to include in an obituary?

If you're struggling with what to include in an obituary, consider talking with other family members or friends who knew the deceased well. You can also consult with a funeral home or professional writer for guidance.

Can I write an obituary for someone who was not well-known?

Absolutely! Obituaries are not just for famous or public figures. Anyone who has lived a life worth celebrating deserves a thoughtful tribute that honors their memory.

How do I handle conflicting opinions about what to include in an obituary?

If there are differing opinions within the family or among friends about what to include in an obituary, try to find common ground and compromise whenever possible. Remember that the goal is to honor the deceased's memory in a way that feels authentic and respectful.

What if I want to publish an updated version of an existing obituary?

If you need to make changes or additions to an existing obituary, contact the original publication or platform where it was published. They may have procedures for updating or republishing revised versions.

Can I use social media to share an obituary?

Absolutely! Social media can be a powerful tool for sharing news of a loved one's passing and reaching a wider audience. Consider creating a memorial page or sharing the obituary on your personal profile.

How do I preserve an online obituary over time?

If you're concerned about preserving an online obituary over time, consider saving a copy locally on your computer or printing out a hard copy for safekeeping. You may also want to explore options for archiving or memorializing online tributes.

What if I need help writing an obituary?

If you're struggling with writing an obituary, don't hesitate to ask for help from family members, friends, or professionals. Many funeral homes and online platforms offer resources and guidance for crafting a meaningful tribute.