Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Carrier Mills, IL

Julius Wayne Winters

Julius Wayne Winters

Jan 26, 2026

Julius Wayne Winters, 78, of Stonefort, IL passed away at his residence at 9:10 am on Monday January 26, 2026. His wishes were to be cremated. There are no services scheduled at this time. Felty Funeral Home of Carrier Mills, IL is assisting the family with arrangements.

Wayne was born on June 25, 1947 in Saline County, IL to the late...

James A. Abell

James A. Abell

Jan 19, 2026

James A. Abell, born on April 13, 1971, in Eldorado, Illinois, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2026, in Ridgway, Illinois, surrounded by his family.

Known for his laid-back nature, James cherished the time spent with family and friends. He enjoyed traveling, fishing, and playing sports, but his greatest passion was being a die-hard Pittsburgh Steelers fan. A devoted member of...

Larry Gene Portee

Larry Gene Portee

Jan 19, 2026

Larry Gene Portee, 68, of Carrier Mills, IL passed away at 4:46 pm on Monday January 19, 2026 at SIH Memorial Hospital in Carbondale, IL. His wishes were to be cremated. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Felty Funeral Home of Carrier Mills, IL is assisting the family with services.

Larry was born on February 27, 1957 in...

Billy Paul Ewell

Billy Paul Ewell

Jan 10, 2026

Billy Paul Ewell, 90, of Marion, IL made his final journey at 2:18 pm Saturday, January 10, 2026 at Mercy Hospital in St. Louis, MO. Graveside services will be held at 1 pm on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at Macedonia Cemetery in Mitchellsville, IL. There will be no visitation all friends and family should go directly to the cemetery. In...

Tameko Lynn Austin

Tameko Lynn Austin

Jan 10, 2026

Tameko Lynn "Tammy" Austin, 54, of Carrier Mills, IL died Saturday January 10, 2025 at 1:42 pm at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, IN. Her wishes was to be cremated. Memorial services may be announced later. Felty Funeral Home of Carrier Mills, IL is assisting the family with the details.

Tammy was born on July 24, 1971 in DuBois County, Indiana...

William A. Francis, III

William A. Francis, III

Dec 8, 2025

William Allen Francis III, 61, of Harrisburg, IL passed away at 2:46 am on Monday December 8, 2025 at SIH Medical Center in Harrisburg, IL. His wishes were to be cremated. Celebration of Life will be held at 12 noon on Saturday December 13, 2025 at Felty Funeral Home in Carrier Mills, IL. Visitation will be held from 10 am...

Phyllis Irene Lanz

Phyllis Irene Lanz

Nov 28, 2025

Phyllis Irene Lanz, 87, of Carrier Mills, IL passed away Friday, November 28, 2025 at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, IN. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 11 am at Felty Funeral Home in Carrier Mills, IL. Visitation will be held Tuesday after 9 am until service time. Reverend John Hawkins will officiate. Burial will be...

William K. Tucker

William K. Tucker

Nov 22, 2025

William K. “Bill” Tucker, 82, of Carrier Mills, IL passed away at 7:33 am on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at Carrier Mills Nursing Home. Graveside services will be held at 10 am on Friday, December 5, 2025 at Ingram Hill Cemetery in Harrisburg, IL. Military rites will performed by Carrier Mills and Harrisburg American Legion Posts, and the U.S. Army...

Jeffrey L. Bryant

Jeffrey L. Bryant

Nov 19, 2025

Jeffrey L. “Jeff” Bryant, 61, of Harrisburg, IL passed away at 8:46 am on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 in Broughton, IL. Private family visitation will be held at Felty Funeral Home in Carrier Mills, IL. His wishes were to be cremated following.

Jeff was born on February 2, 1964 in Pontiac, MI to the late Harest and Luella (Carpenter) Bryant.

He married...

Ronnie Dale Wagoner

Ronnie Dale Wagoner

Nov 16, 2025

Ronnie Wagoner, 71, of Carrier Mills, IL passed away at 12:55 am on Sunday, November 16, 2025 at SIH Medical Center in Harrisburg, IL. His wishes were to be cremated. Celebration of Life visitation will be held from 1 pm to 2:30 pm on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at Felty Funeral Home in Carrier Mills, IL.

Ronnie was born on April...

Salathiel L. Johnson

Salathiel L. Johnson

Nov 13, 2025

Salathiel L. “Sal” Johnson, 46, of Carrier Mills, IL passed away at 8:42 am on Thursday, November 13, 2025. Funeral services will be held at 12 noon on Friday, November 21, 2025 at Felty Funeral Home in Carrier Mills, IL. Visitation will begin at 10 until service time with Rev. Perry Irvin Jr. officiating. Burial will follow services at Lakeview...

Louvania "Dee Dee" Gibbs

Louvania "Dee Dee" Gibbs

Nov 2, 2025

Louvania “Dee Dee” Gibbs, 64, of Harrisburg, IL passed away at 8:06 pm on Sunday, November 2, 2025 at Deaconess Hospital in Marion, IL. Celebration of Life will begin at 12 noon on Friday, November 7, 2025 at Felty Funeral Home in Carrier Mills, IL. Visitation will be held from 10 am until service time. Rev. Perry Irvin will be...

Tracy Ann Patton

Tracy Ann Patton

Oct 17, 2025

Tracy Ann Patton, 61, of Carrier Mills, IL passed away at 6:35 pm on Friday, October 17, 2025 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale, IL. Her wishes were to be cremated. Further details will be added at a later time. Felty Funeral Home of Carrier Mills, IL is assisting the family with arrangements.

Tracy was born on July 27, 1964 in Owensboro,...

Jamie Lynn Richey

Jamie Lynn Richey

Sep 20, 2025

Jamie Lynn Richey (née Deems), of Carrier Mills, Illinois, passed away on Saturday September 20, 2025. She was a devoted wife, daughter, sister, aunt, godmother, and friend whose warmth, humor, and fierce love touched all who knew her.

Jamie’s life was defined by kindness and a boundless spirit of generosity. She loved without reservation and stood steadfastly in defense of those...

Judye M. Rann

Judye M. Rann

Sep 18, 2025

Judye M. Rann, 82, of Carrier Mills, IL passed away at 7:40 am on Thursday September 18, 2025 at Carbondale Memorial Hospital in Carbondale, IL. Graveside services will be held on Sunday September 21, 2025 at 1 pm at Providence Cemetery in Carrier Mills, IL. There will be no visitation; all friends and family should meet at the cemetery. Reverend...

Darla K. Gibbs

Darla K. Gibbs

Sep 15, 2025

Darla Kay Gibbs, 67, of Harrisburg, IL passed away at 8:20 am on Monday September 15, 2025 at Ferrell Hospital in Eldorado, IL. Her wishes were to be cremated. Felty Funeral Home of Carrier Mills, IL is assisting the family with arrangements.

Darla was born on August 23, 1958 in Harrisburg, IL to the late Calvin “Pee Wee” and Doris (Griffith)...

Mona M. Purdy

Mona M. Purdy

Sep 9, 2025

Mona Mariah Purdy, 76, of Stonefort, IL passed away at 4:10 pm on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at Carbondale Memorial Hospital of Carbondale, IL.

Services will be announced at a later date. Felty Funeral Home of Carrier Mills, IL is assisting the family with arrangements.

Mona was born on March 4, 1949 in Stonefort, IL to the late Harry Levi and Charlene...

Elma J. Reynolds

Elma J. Reynolds

Aug 31, 2025

Elma J. Reynolds, 83, of Stonefort, IL passed away at 8:30 am on Sunday, August 31, 2025 at her residence. Funeral services will be at 11 am on Friday, September 5, 2025 at Stonefort General Baptist in Stonefort, IL with Reverend Jeff Owens and Reverend Richard Malone officiating. Visitations will be held from 4 pm to 7 pm on Thursday,...

William Earl Taylor

William Earl Taylor

Aug 23, 2025

William Earl Taylor, 78, of Stonefort, IL passed away at 7:15 am on Saturday, August 23, 2025 at his place of residence. His wishes were to be cremated. Memorial services will be held at 6 pm on Thursday, September 11, 2025 at the Lockport VFW located at 1026 E. 9th Street, Lockport, IL. Visitation will be held from 5 pm...

Barbara Jean Fugate

Barbara Jean Fugate

Aug 23, 2025

Barbara Jean Fugate, 83, of Carrier Mills, IL died Saturday August 23, 2025 at 3:16 am at Carrier Mills Nursing and Rehab Center. Funeral services will be held Saturday August 30, 2025 at 12 Noon at Felty Funeral Home in Carrier Mills, IL. Visitation will be held Saturday after 10 am until service time. Burial will be in Sunset Hill...

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