Former Norris City Mayor, Carl R. Whipple, 90, passed away at 12:15 a.m., Saturday, June 13, 2020 at his residence. He was born in Omaha, IL on March 13, 1930 the son of Rufus Alfred and Doris Alberta (Switzer) Whipple. Carl married Betty Aud on August 2, 1948 and she preceded him in death on January 29, 2013. He later married Victoria Steffl on March 13, 2017. Carl joined the United State Air Force and served for 30 years and 30 days, retiring as a Chief Master Sargent. After returning to Norris City, Carl served as Mayor of Norris City and currently served on the Village Board. Carl was a lifetime member of the Norris City American Legion Post #109, was a member of May Lodge #718 as well as being a Shriner.
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Ardella Martin, Norris City, Passes Away on Saturday
Ardella V. Martin, 88, resident of Norris City passed away Saturday, May 2, 2020 at Ferrell Hospital in Eldorado. Ardella was born January 26, 1932 in Omaha, IL to the late Hershel L. and Bernice L. (Hamilton) Farris. Ardella was a farm girl who grew up in rural Omaha. She was swept off her feet by a World War II Navy boy, Bob Martin, and they married. [Read more...]
Paul McIntosh, Arkansas, formerly of Enfield
Paul McIntosh, 62, Bruno, Arkansas, died Friday, February 14, 2020 in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Lester Paul McIntosh was born April 6, 1957 to Lester and Mary McIntosh of Enfield, Illinois, the youngest of four children. Paul attended William Gray Memorial School in Springerton, Illinois and graduated from Enfield Community High School.
He moved to southern Louisiana as a young man and married Darnelle Mouton in 1991. In 1996, they discovered the beauty of the Arkansas Ozarks and moved to Bruno.
In 2002, Paul began working for the US Forest Service. He found his place as a respected tour guide and teacher at Blanchard Springs Caverns. His favorite tours were always with school groups. It wasn’t uncommon for Paul to lead a group of visitors, answering questions about the cave, with a little child holding his hand as they moved along the underground trail. Paul also found joy in the wild cave tours he led, and many visitors remarked on the patience with which he helped them through tight spots and across ledges, while teaching them respect for the delicate beauty of the world underground. He retired from the Forest Service December 28, 2019.
Paul was an EMT and an active and respected member of the Bruno Volunteer Fire Department. His kindness made him a beloved member of the community.
Paul was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Darnelle; two step sons, Chad (Kristie) Buford and Justin (Briggett) Buford; three favorite sisters, Mary Ellen (Marvin) Schiavone, Rebecca (Richard) Hargrave, and Leah McIntosh; two nephews Jason (Tia) Schiavone, Jon Hargrave; two nieces, Jill Schiavone and Melissa (Brian) Daugherty and several great nieces and nephew and numerous other family members who loved him dearly.
Paul also leaves behind many unfinished plans, projects and things he still wanted to learn. There are many caves he still wanted to explore, and many friends who will miss his stories, his jokes, and his smile.
A Visitation was held in Mountain Home, Arkansas on February 22, 2020. A Service and Remembrance will be held in Illinois at a future date.
William J. “Chub” Rubenacker, McLeansboro
William J. “Chub” Rubenacker, 75, of McLeansboro, IL, passed away December 5, 2019 at his home. Chub was born to William E. and Pauline (Pfister) Rubenacker on March 25, 1944 in Peoria, IL. He married Teresa Braden in 1981, and they resided in McLeansboro, IL.
Donald Dwight “Buck” Clark, McLeansboro
Donald Dwight “Buck” Clark, 88, of McLeansboro, Ill., passed away at 6:10 a.m. Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at Heritage Woods of McLeansboro. Buck was born on October 13, 1931, the son of Harry Ernest and Eunice (Swafford) Clark. He was married to Phyllis Ann (Ray) Clark on July 29 1951 at Brush Harbor Church in Thackery. Phyllis passed away December 24, 2018.
