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Robert Brown, South Carolina (formerly of Norris City)

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Robert “Bobby” Brown, Greenwood, SC

September 18,1936—May 13, 2026

Robert Lee Brown, 89, passed away May 13, 2026 at his home at Wesley Commons Health and Rehabilitation Center in Greenwood, South Carolina.                                    

Robert "Bob" (or “Bobby”) Brown was born September 18, 1936 in Michigan City, Indiana to Walter and Lucille (Aud) Brown. Bob grew up in Norris City, Illinois. After serving in the US Navy, he returned to Carbondale, Illinois and graduated with a business administration degree. After many years in the pneumatics valve business, he retired from his job at Georgia Automation in Stone Mountain, Georgia to Callawassie Island, South Carolina where he enjoyed playing golf several times a week. [Read more...]

Lillian Kirk, Pennsylvania (formerly of Carmi)

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Lillian (Lynn) Kirk

Lynn Kirk, age 80, of West Chester, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 7, 2026. Raised in Southern Illinois in the town of Carmi, Lynn spent 61 beautiful years side by side with her beloved husband, William Kirk (from Norris City, Ill.). Together, they built a life full of love and adventure, raising three children and welcoming five cherished grandchildren and a treasured great-granddaughter into their lives. Throughout William’s career with Dupont, Lynn and Bill lived across the globe with stops in Missouri, Illinois, Florida, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Switzerland, and West Virginia.

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Dorothy Wheeler, Enfield

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Dorothy Mae Wheeler

Jan 5, 1938 — Aug 16, 2026

Enfield

Dorothy Mae Wheeler, 88, of Norris City, passed away on August 16, 2026, at Linda E. White Hospice House.

   Dorothy was born on January 5, 1938, in White County, Illinois, the daughter of Willis Britt Cusic and Alma Fancis (Healy) Cusic.

On December 9, 1957, Dorothy married the love of her life, Bertis Wheeler. They shared 22 years together before his passing in 1979. During their years together, they were blessed with two wonderful children, Vonda Faye (Wheeler) Vineyard and David Bertis Wheeler. [Read more...]

Timothy Ramsey, Harrisburg

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Timothy Bryan Ramsey, age 68 of Harrisburg went to be with Jesus at 8:25 PM on Friday, August 14, 2026 at his residence surrounded by his family.

Tim was born on October 27, 1957 in Carmi, Illinois to Tommy Lee Ramsey and Margo (Lewis) Ramsey Hall.  On January 12, 2001 he married Sherri Williams and she survives in Harrisburg.  Tim worked as the Facility Manager for First Baptist Church Harrisburg since 2006; he had previously worked for Crop Production/Browns in Gallatin County.  He was a member of The Roads Church of Norris City, but most recently attended Little Chapel Church.  Tim was the Celebrate Recovery Leader from 2006 – 2020.  He loved to ride 4-wheelers and be outdoors.  Tim was very family oriented, but his greatest passion was sharing Jesus with people that he encountered; he was truly a saint.  He was raised on a farm, so he loved the farm and could fix anything.  Tim was always willing to fix whatever anyone needed and with a smile.

 

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Corbet Stover, Jr., Norris City

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Corbet C. Stover, Jr

Norris City

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     Corbet Stover Jr., 69, passed away on August 2, 2026, at 1:33 p.m. at his home, surrounded by the love of his family, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories, unwavering devotion, and countless stories that will continue to be told for generations. Born on August 8, 1956, Corbet lived a life defined by hard work, loyalty, and an unconditional love for his family.

     Corbet was a proud veteran of the United States Army, serving his country with honor before dedicating his life to his family and the work he loved.

Corbet was the beloved husband of Sherry (Allen) Stover. Their love was one that everyone admired. They were truly inseparable, rarely seen apart, and that was exactly how Corbet wanted it. Together, they built a life centered on faith in one another, family, and making memories.

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Warren Wilkerson Glad, Norris City

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Warren Wilkerson Glad

Oct 1, 1969 — Jul 15, 2026

Norris City

   Warren “Willie” Wilkerson Glad, 56, of Norris City, passed away Wednesday, July 15, 2026, in Marion, Ill. He was born October 1, 1969, in Eldorado, Ill, to Euna Stokes and raised by Ronald Stokes. Willie graduated from Norris City Omaha Enfield High School in 1987 and earned his bachelor’s degree from Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, OK, where he was a member of Kappa Delta Pi and Alpha Chi. On December 23, 1989, he married Bonnie Faye Bass, and they shared more than 36 years of marriage. Willie was a member of Carmi’s VFW and Legion. He enjoyed fishing, running, and watching sports, especially the N.Y. Mets, Chicago Bulls, Illini basketball, University of Florida football, Northeastern State University Redmen, Miami Dolphins, and Chicago Blackhawks.

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Lowell McArthy, Norris City

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Lowell Gene McArthy

January 29, 1938 — June 1, 2026

Norris City

Lowell Gene McArthy, age 88, of Norris City, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026 at Wabash Senior Living after a brief illness. He was born January 29, 1938 to Arnot and Pearl McArthy. He married Anna Sue (Bryant) June 17, 1962. She survives. Lowell graduated from NCO High School in 1956 and enjoyed times with his classmates throughout his life. He began working for Western Electric Company in 1956 and had a career with the phone company (The Consolidated Telephone Co, Contel and GTE) until he retired in 2000. He also served in the Army from 1958-1960. Lowell attended the United Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Norris City and was formerly with the Norris City Lion’s Club. His greatest joy over the years was spending time with his grandkids.

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