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James Huggins
James "Jim" Huggins, age 67, died on May 18, 2003 at 11:15 a.m. while staying at St. Mary's Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon, Illinois.
James was born on February 28, 1936 in Du Quoin, Illinois to Leonard Huggins & Eunice (Barrett) Huggins. He married Linda (Preston) Huggins on January 9, 1955 in Benton, Missouri. Throughout his life, James worked in the printing industry before he retired from World Color Press-Quebecor World on January 1, 1999. After his retirement, James worked as a color consultant with a Chicago magazine. He was also a former pastor at Jackson Township Baptist Church in Effingham County, Dietrich Baptist Church in Dietrich, Illinois and East Hickory Hill Baptist Church in Jefferson County.
Mr. Huggins was ordained as a minister on April 29, 1973. He was a member of Logan Street Baptist Church and the Adult 2 Sunday School Class. Jim loved the Lord and also his family, which were a very special part of his life. He loved gardening, books and his grandchildren. He was very much loved by his family and friends.
James is survived by his wife Linda Huggins of Mt. Vernon, IL, daughters Dorice Gualdoni and husband Andy of Johnston City, IL, and Cathy Kim Miller and husband Jim of Effingham, IL, mother Eunice Huggins of Du Quoin,IL, mother-in-law Clementine Preston of Pinckneyville,IL, grandsons Luca Gualdoni, Nicolai Gualdoni, Josh Miller, Chris Miller, brother Ronald "Ron" Huggins & wife Jackie of Tamaroa, IL, brother-in-law Gene Preston & wife Marie of Sparta,IL, three nieces and two nephews. His father and grandparents preceded him in death.
Visitation was from 5 until 8 PM on Tuesday at Hughey Funeral Home and from 9:30 AM until the funeral hour on Wednesday at Logan Street Baptist Church. The funeral was at 10:30 AM Wednesday at Logan Street Baptist Church. Burial was at 2:00 PM on Wednesday at Mueller Hill Cemetery in Pinckneyville, Illinois.
For those who wish, memorials may be made to the Logan Street Baptist Church Building Fund and will be accepted at the funeral home or may be mailed to Hughey Funeral Home, PO Box 721, Mt. Vernon, Illinois 62864.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Hughey Funeral Home, where you may call (618) 242-3348 for obituary information at any time.
Michael Angelo Janello
Michael Angelo Janello, 77, of Du Quoin, passed away at 1:35 p.m. Thursday afternoon, May 29, 2003 at Marshall Browning Hospital.
Mr. Janello was a retired material handler for Turco Manufacturing. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, K of C Council 1298, VFW Post 513 and American Legion Post 647.
Mike did volunteer work at Gold Plate, Fair Acres Nursing Home and Fairview Nursing Center.
He was born January 16, 1926 in Du Quoin, the son of Joseph and Rose (Salviote) Janello. He married Lorraine Taylor on April 15, 1967 and she survives.
Surviving are his wife, Lorraine Janello of Du Quoin; three sons, Bill Glidewell and friend Linda Ritter, Paul Glidewell and Ed Glidewell, all of Du Quoin; two daughters, Ruth (Joseph) Fronek of Tamaroa and Linda (Clifford) Morgan of Du Quoin; one sister, Jennie Elliot of Evansville, Ind.; 13 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one grandchild.
The funeral Mass was held at 10 a.m. Monday, June 2 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Du Quoin with Msgr. Harry Jerome officiating. Interment was in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. Military graveside rites will be conducted by the American Legion.
Friends called after 6 p.m. Sunday at Maxton Funeral Chapel in Du Quoin. The Rosary was said at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Maxton Chapel.
Dale C. McNary
Dale C. McNary, Sr., age 81, passed away Wednesday, May 21, 2003 in Peoria. He was born July 17, 1921 in Du Quoin and was a World War II veteran.
Mr. McNary was the beloved husband of Lillie Mae McNary and loving father of Jacqueline L. Curry, Dale C. McNary, William L. McNary (deceased), Cheryl L. McNary (Harold) and step-father of Kenneth Myers (deceased) and Michael Fisher.
Mr. McNary was the grandfather of Robert McNary Curry, Rogea Permaul, Sheila Polk, Dale C. McNary III, Yvette McNary, Michelle McNary and Jattaun McNary. He was also the great-grandfather of 13 grandchildren. He was the brother of Lillie Marie Jones, Luther Clarry, Jr. (deceased), Rita McGuire, Ollie Clarry, Stanley Clarry and Bruce Clarry. He was the cousin of Clara Brown, Isabel, Lucille and Jody Smith. He also had a host of nieces, nephews and many friends.
Dale retired February 1, 1986 from Komatsu Mining Systems in Peoria after 35 years. Dale was elected business manager of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Local 158 where he later became president. Dale was the first black chief executive of the Boilermakers Local #158 and the longest-reigning elected official.
Dale was a member of Lion Baptist Church of Peoria for almost 60 years and trustee for 35 years.
Visitation was scheduled for Saturday, May 31, 2003 from 12 to 1 p.m. Funeral services were scheduled for 1 to 2 p.m. on May 31 at Zion Baptist Church, 323 W. Dr. Martin Luther King Drive, Peoria. Interment was in Springdale Cemetery, Peoria.
Soloman Huel Morgan
Soloman Huel Morgan, 90, of Du Quoin, passed away at 10:30 P.M., Friday, May 30, 2003 at his residence.
Huel retired in 1968 as a coal mine electrician having worked for various coal companies. He was a member of the First Christian Church of Du Quoin. He was also a member of the United Mine Workers of America Local 9721.
He was born March 17, 1913 at Hallidayboro, IL the son of Soloman and Lottie (Etherton) Morgan.
He married Alta Celeste Woodyard on January 9, 1936 at Energy, IL and she survives.
He is survived by his wife of Du Quoin, two daughters- Burma Miller and husband Robert and Sherry L Moss and husband Stephen both of Du Quoin, sister- Alberta G. Jones of Du Quoin, seven grandchildren- Kim Bergthold and husband Chris of Congerville, Kris Darnell of Du Quoin, Kelly Miller and wife Yvonne of Du Quoin, Dedrae McIntosh & husband Chuck of Du Quoin, Shannon Davison of Du Quoin, Heather Lee & husband Mike of Tamaroa, Travis Burris & wife Jill of Du Quoin, fourteen great grandchildren, two great great grandchildren, two step grandchildren-Devan Tweedy and Debra Moss, six step great granddchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, five sisters and one brother.
Funeral services were at 1:00 P.M., Monday, June 2, 2003 at the Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin with Rev. John Lewis officiating.
Friends called from 5 to 8 P.M. Sunday at the Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin.
Interment was in the Sunset Memorial Park at Du Quoin.
Friends may make memorials to the Luke Memorial Hospice.
Betty Sue Opp
Betty Sue Opp, age 53, of Pinckneyville, passed away early Saturday morning, May 3, 2003, as a result of an automobile accident on State Highway 127 south of the Todd's Mill Road, north of Pinckneyville.
Betty was born in Pinckneyville on July 6, 1949, the daughter of Elmer A. and Maxine (Tucker) Pursell. She married Robert E. Opp on March 25, 1972 in Pinckneyville and he survives. Betty was a member of the First Baptist Church in Pinckneyville. She was employed by the Pinckneyville Community Hospital as a Physical Therapist Assistant. She also worked part-time for the Perry County Health Department. Betty was an avid fan of Cardinal Baseball and other sporting events. She loved her grandchildren and was a supporter of the Pinckneyville Fire Department Ladies' Auxiliary.
Survivors include her mother, Maxine Pursell of Pinckneyville; husband, Robert 'Bob' Opp Sr. of Pinckneyville; two sons, Robert 'Rob' Opp and wife Michel of Ava and Nathaniel Opp and wife Sarah of Pinckneyville; one daughter, Heather Opp and fianc/ Chuck Richelman of Pinckneyville; two brothers, Donald Pursell and wife Connie of Adams, Nebraska and Jim Pursell and wife Janet of Herrin; two sisters-in-law, Jo Reese Pursell of Lincoln, Nebraska and Barb Jenkel and husband Mike of Pinckneyville and three grandchildren, Kearsten Opp, Tyrin Opp and Melina Opp. Betty was preceded in death by her father, Elmer A. Opp.
Funeral services were held at the First Baptist Church in Pinckneyville on Wednesday, May 7 at 11 a.m. with Bro. Mark Lee officiating. Interment was in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Pinckneyville.
Visitation was held at the Pyatt-Harrawood Funeral Home in Pinckneyville on Tuesday, May 6 from 5 until 9 p.m. on Wednesday from 8 until 9:30 a.m. then at the church from 10 a.m. until services.
Memorial donations may be made to the Cardinal's Care Organization or St. Jude's Children's Hospital.
Everette Presswood
Everette Presswood, 86, of Centralia, passed away at 12:50 a.m. Saturday, May 10, 2003 at Fireside House.
Mr. Presswood retired in 1976 as a conductor for the Illinois Central Railroad. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church and American Legion Post #446.
He was a U.S. Army Signal Corps veteran of WW II, having taught the German and Japanese Code.
He was born November 1, 1916 in Tilden, the son of Arthur and Sarah (Hart) Presswood. He married Nedra Mann on September 21, 1944 in Columbus, Kansas and she survives.
Surviving are his wife, Nedra Presswood; sons, Gary Presswood and wife Kirby of Las Vegas,Nevada, Mel Preswood and wife Janet of Dallas, Texas and Alan Presswood of St. Charles, Missouri and special friend Cindy Gordon of Centralia; grandchildren, Shelly Joslin and husband Tim of Las Vegas, Nev., Jenny Devine of Las Vegas, Nev., Jess Presswood of Las Vegas, Nev., Christopher Presswood of Mt. Vernon, Lindsey Preswood of Mt. Vernon, Ian Presswood of Mt. Vernon, Lee Presswood of St. Charles, Mo. and Lexie Presswood of St. Charles, Mo.; step-grandchildren, Darrell Edminson of Las Vegas, Nev. and Bart Edminson of Mt. Vernon; three great-grandchildren; seven step-great-grandchildren; a brother, Kenneth Presswood of Du Quoin and a sister, Marjorie Isaacs of Boulder, Colorado.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Clyde Presswood and two granddaughters, Angie and Glori.
Funeral services were Wednesday, May 14 at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church with Father David Darin officiating. Interment was in Hillcrest Memorial Park.
Friends called Tuesday evening from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Irvin Funeral Home in Centralia.
Military rites at the grave were performed by American Legion Post #446 and VFW Post #2055.
Memorials may be made to St. Mary's Church.
Billy D. Ray
Billy D. Ray, 78, of Marion, formerly of Christopher, passed away at 4:27 a.m. Tuesday, May 20, 2003 at Heartland Regional Medical Center.
Mr. Ray had been a Coal Miner at Freeman 3 in Waltonville for 38 years and was Caretaker at the Izaak Walton Club for 13 years. He was a member of St. Andrews Catholic Church, the American Legion in Zeigler, VFW in Marion and the UMWA.
Mr. Ray was a U.S. Army veteran of WW II.
He was born June 27, 1924 in Christopher, the son of Charles and Wanda (Silkwood) Ray. He married Lillian L. Jones and she survives.
Also surviving are children, Beverly and Rodney Flack of Zeigler, Barbara and Mike Rolla of Christopher, Roger Lee and Martina Ray of Shilo and Betsy and Darrell Hurley of Marion; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and five siblings, Arthur Ray of Du Quoin, Charles Ray of Peoria, Pat Hubner of Glenview, Betty Overturf of Centralia and Linda Fornear of Sesser.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one great-grandchild.
Funeral services were Friday, May 23 at 10 a.m. at Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher with Father Steven Poole officiating. Mr. Ray wished to be cremated; there was no burial.
Friends called at Gilbert Funeral Home on Thursday, May 22 after 6 p.m.
