OBITUARIES
Marion, KY and Rosiclare, IL. Obituaries
Local obituaries for Marion and Crittenden, KY along with Rosiclare and Hardin County, IL
Kenneth Ray Murray
May 6, 2026
Kenneth Ray Murray, age 78, of Marion, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Southgate Nursing and Rehabilitation in Metropolis, IL.
Kenneth proudly served his nation in the U.S. Army overseas as an MP for many years. He enjoyed fishing, cooking and hunting ginseng. He was known locally as the "nut man", going around the area and picking up walnuts.
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Richard “Rick” Joseph Coyle
Apr 30, 2026
Richard "Rick" Joseph Coyle, 58, a devoted husband, beloved brother and uncle, and a lifelong public servant, passed away on April 30, 2026, at his home in Marion, Kentucky, surrounded by family.
Rick lived a life rooted in service and unwavering integrity. A Chicago native, Rick started his career at the Will County Sheriff’s Department. He then dedicated 28 years to...
Debra Ann Gilliam
Apr 28, 2026
Debra Ann Gilliam, 70, of Rosiclare, Il. passed away on April 28, 2026, at Herrin Hospital. Debra was a member of Women on Wheels and Honeycomb Church of Christ.
She is survived by her daughter, Stephanie Jackson of Marion, Il., sons, Jonathan (Nita) Tolbert of Rosiclare, Il. and Jonathon Ross of Pittsburg, IL., 7 grandchildren, brother, Larry (Tina) Partain, and many...
Carol Sue Darnell
Apr 27, 2026
Carol Sue (Phillips) Darnell, age 83, of Crittenden County, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026, at her daughter's home.
At the age of 17 she was hired to be a belt looper at the Sturgis Pant Factory. She worked for many years at the factory until she transitioned to Crittenden Heath and Rehab where she worked until her retirement. After...
Hershel Wayne McDowell, Jr.
Apr 24, 2026
Hershel Wayne McDowell, Jr., age 61 of Marion, passed away Friday, April 24, 2026, at Livingston Hospital in Salem, KY. Wayne was a Laborer with Local 561. He loved fishing and spending time with his family and friends.
Survivors include his wife, Renea Nichols McDowell, Marion, KY; his father, Hershel Wayne McDowell, Sr., Marion, KY; two daughters, Mary Sue (Eric) Kerr,...
Michael Loren Vaughn
Apr 18, 2026
Michael Loren Vaughn, 64, of Harrisburg, IL passed away April 18, 2026 at his home in Harrisburg, IL surrounded by his family.
Survivors include his wife, Robyn Vaughn of Harrisburg, IL; sister, Rebecca Spitzner of Mayfield, KY; brother, Eugene Vaughn of Chicago, IL and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd Eugene and Mary Elizabeth Vaughn.
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Glenda Tyson
Apr 13, 2026
Glenda Tyson, 68, of Marion, KY passed away April 13, 2026 at her home in Marion, KY.
Survivors include her grandchildren, Tyler (Kasey Crawford) Damron of Murray, KY, Lakyn (Brandon Qualls) Jones, Braedon Jones, Dalton Jones and Skyler Jones; great grandchildren, Harper Damron and Westin Smith and several brothers and sisters.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Guy and Billie...
Ruby Williax
Apr 12, 2026
Ruby Christine Williax, 69, of Elizabethtown, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on April 12, 2026. She was born on June 28, 1956, in Tennessee.
Ruby loved to laugh and was a woman known for her big smile and her even bigger heart. She found joy in life’s simple pleasures—her VW Bug, a cold Coca-Cola, honey buns, and everything Christmas. She...
Brenda Turley
Apr 9, 2026
Brenda Gordon Turley, age 71, of Bowling Green, entered into the presence of her Savior, Jesus Christ, on April 9, 2026.
Born on June 12, 1954, she lived a life of steadfast faith and overflowing love. Brenda was a selfless woman of prayer, encouragement, and extraordinary resilience. Her courageous spirit enabled her to see life’s countless joys and trials as a...
Joyce Belt
Apr 7, 2026
Joyce Lorane Belt, age 87, of Newburgh, IN and formerly of Gilbertsville and Marion, KY. passed away Monday, April 7, 2026. She was of the Baptist faith and had been a member of Marion Baptist Church, West End Baptist Church in Paducah and Emmanuel Baptist Church in Marion. Joyce was a loving mother who enjoyed sewing, quilting, bird watching, traveling,...
Ronnie Wayne Phillips
Apr 2, 2026
Ronnie "Rosco" Wayne Phillips, age 60, of Crittenden County, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at his home.
Ronnie was born on August 22, 1965, in Marion, KY, to Aubrey "ToJo" Phillips and Carol Sue Darnell. He was an Ironworker for many years before being a caretaker.
Survivors include his mother, Carol Sue Darnell; daughters, Ashley LeeAnn Lanham (Robbie) of Marion,...
Bobby W. Padgett
Apr 2, 2026
Bobby Wayne Padgett, 85, died Thursday April 2, 2026 at his home in Mexico (Marion) Kentucky. He was born May 6, 1940 near Sullivan KY to the late Delbert Padgett and Opal Walker Padgett. Bobby graduated from Crittenden County High School in 1958 and married Linda Sue Highfil Padgett in February 1964.
Bobby retired in 2005 after 35 years of service...
Catherine Nesbitt
Mar 21, 2026
Catherine Nesbitt, age 77, of Jackson, TN and formerly of Marion, KY, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Maplewood Nursing Home in Jackson, TN.
Catherine was born on July 22, 1948, in St. Louis, MO to the late, Silver and Opal Heidenrich Pigg.
Cathy was a school bus driver for Crittenden Co Board of Education and loved all her kids....
John Embry
Mar 15, 2026
John Embry passed away Sunday March 15, 2026 at Hardin County Hospital in Rosiclare, IL.
Born to Jerry Embry and Marda (Embry) Meyers, John spent his early years perfecting the art of "marching to his own drum"—a drum he likely played loudly and slightly off-beat just to keep everyone on their toes. A proud Navy veteran, John eventually traded the high...
Doyle G. Polk, Jr.
Mar 14, 2026
Doyle G. Polk, Jr., age 98, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Salem Spring Lake Nursing and Rehabilitation in Salem, KY.
Doyle was born on January 18, 1928, in Crittenden County to the late Doyle, Sr. and Ina Stubblefield Polk. He was a proud U.S. Army Veteran, stationed in Germany assisting with the rebuilding effort. Doyle worked for many years...
Lyndol Dale Hicks
Mar 14, 2026
Lyndol Dale Hicks, 82, of Elizabethtown, IL passed away March 14, 2026 at Hardin County General Hospital. He attended Union Church.
Survivors include his children, Danny (Pam) Hicks, Tammy (Kelly) Davis, Kelly (Tom) Oxford and Susan (Jared) Bogard; grandchildren, Natasha (Brennon) Williams, Blake Oxford, Danielle (Tyler) Vaughn, Jeremy (Jessica) Hicks and Jamison (Jasmyne) Hicks and Kylie, Drake and Gunner Bogard; great...
Doris Ann Newcom
Mar 12, 2026
Doris Ann Newcom, age 80, of Marion, KY, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Jennie Stuart Medical Center in Hopkinsville, KY. She was a homemaker and a member of Bethany Baptist Church in Sturgis, KY.
She is survived by one son, Ronnie Newcom, Utica, KY; one daughter, LaRae Wilson, Mayfield, KY; five grandchildren, Elizabeth Corley, Cassandra Newcom, Devin Corley, Clayton...
Marilyn Smith
Feb 26, 2026
Marilyn Belt Smith, 77, of St. Louis, passed away on February 26th surrounded by her family.
Marilyn was a retired High School Physics teacher, mom, sister and grandmother. She was a music lover, and Cardinal baseball super fan along with all St. Louis sports. Marilyn was also a passionate animal advocate and donated her time to various animal welfare organizations.
She was...
Emil Leroy Hodge
Feb 23, 2026
Emil Leroy Hodge, 83, of Marion, Kentucky, passed away on February 23, 2026, at Livingston Hospital.
Leroy was a lifelong resident of Marion and a man deeply devoted to his faith, family, and community. He was married to Barbara,the love of his life, for 62 wonderful years. Alongside her, he was the owner of Hodge's Sports & Apparel in Marion. In...
Mary Lou Long
Feb 21, 2026
Mary Lou Long, 91, of Brookport, Illinois, formerly of Marion, KY passed away February 21, 2026 at her home in Brookport. She was a loving mother and amazing memaw and servant of the Lord. Mary was also a member o f Chapter 31 Order Of The Eastern Star in Princeton, KY since 1961.
Survivors include her daughters, Joyce (Rich) Mikolaitis and...
