Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home

11/12/2025

We are honored to announce that Miss Macie Gammon is the recipient of the Larry G. Hughes and Ryan Michael Hughes Scholarship for SIU Mortuary Science!

This award is a testament to Macie's dedication, compassion, and commitment to excellence in the funeral industry. We have the pleasure of working with Macie at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home, and we're blown away by her exceptional work ethic and caring heart.

We are proud to recognize Macie's achievements and honored that Vonda could present her with this award as Diane Hughes was unable to attend and do so herself. She's a true embodiment of the values that Larry G. Hughes instilled in us - a passion for serving others with dignity and respect.

Congratulations, Macie! We're honored to have you on our team and can't wait to see the impact you'll make in our community.

*Fun Fact- Vonda received this same scholarship award in 1993!

11/11/2025

Thank you to our veterans.
WE SALUTE YOU.

11/10/2025

11/10/2025

STOP! The $10,000 Lie About VA Burial Benefits You’ve Been Told. 🛑

You want to honor your hero without a doubt, a delay, or an unexpected cost. This episode serves as a roadmap to ensure your veteran receives every single benefit they've earned.

We reveal our unique, local offer: A FREE Casket or Urn that removes the biggest expense barrier for veterans and their spouses.

🎧 Listen to Get the Checklist:

* Paperwork Alert: The one form you need to find today to avoid delays.

* Financial Relief: How to access our exclusive FREE Casket/Urn program.

* Community Honor: What to do with your worn flag (our dignified retirement method).

Click to listen. Take action now and secure your hero's peace of mind.

🔥 STOP Overpaying! Veterans & Spouses Can Get a FREE Casket or Urn with This Funeral Home Program (Maxton-Rosado / Johnson-Hughes Funer Home)Are you confuse...

11/05/2025

Giving back to those who gave so much! 🇺🇸 Our Stockings for Soldiers Program is back at the funeral home this year! 🎁

Stop by Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home Monday through Friday, between 10am and 2pm, and pick up a special stocking along with a wishlist of items our veterans would love to receive. Fill it up with goodies and return it to us by December 5th.

Let's show our appreciation for their service and sacrifice! 🙏 "

10/31/2025

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Do you know where Trick-or-Treating originated and how our modern traditions came to be?

10/30/2025

The Spookiest House on the Block? My Childhood infatuation with the Funeral Home on Halloween! 🖤👻

You know the house: the one with the biggest steps, the darkest porch, and rumors of the best full-size candy bars. For our co-host, Vonda, that house was the local funeral home!

She shares a captivating story about the "true undertaker" and the huge cauldron that kick-started a lifelong fascination.

But there’s a deeper connection: Did you know trick-or-treating actually started as "Souling," where cakes were traded for prayers for the souls of the deceased? It was always a tradition of community, connection, and honoring the past.

Click below to hear Vonda’s full story and learn how "soul cakes" became today's Halloween candy. It's a journey from ancient ritual to modern community joy!

➡️ Watch the Full Story Here: https://youtu.be/vSjhu61fTLw

Comment below: What was the one house in your neighborhood you had to visit for the best Halloween treats? 👇

Beyond the Funeral Service: Special Edition Halloween SummaryThis video, hosted by Bill and Vonda Rosado, offers an insightful look into the history and orig...

10/28/2025

Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin is honored to serve the family of James M. Snyder.

To view James' full obituary tribute, please click the link below:
https://www.rosadofuneralhomes.com/obituary/James-Snyder

10/27/2025

Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin is honored to serve the family of Thomas P. Brown.

Please click the link below for Thomas' full obituary tribute:
https://www.rosadofuneralhomes.com/obituary/Thomas-Brown

10/27/2025

Army Veteran to Funeral Director: Uncovering the Surprising Truths of a Compassionate Career

🤯 What do people think a Funeral Director does, vs. the humble reality?

Meet Amanda Shroyer, an Army veteran and one of the compassionate faces of our team. In our newest podcast episode, Amanda gets incredibly honest about the biggest misconception people have about her career.

Spoiler Alert: It’s not about "money-grabbing"—it's about late nights, being on call 24/7, and making sure everyone can care for their loved one with dignity, regardless of their financial status.

She shares the deeply personal story of why she became a funeral director (it started with a heartfelt eulogy for her squad leader) and the unexpected joy of serving the less fortunate in our Southern Illinois community.

You need to hear this eye-opening conversation.

Tap to watch the full episode on YouTube now! 👇 https://youtu.be/PVrier9XcpI

Tune in for the full conversation to learn:

The surprising skill you need to be a great funeral director (and why it’s not embalming).

The creative tributes we use to honor unique lives (cowboy boots, golf clubs, and more!).

The one piece of advice she has for anyone dealing with grief.

Click the link below to watch!



https://youtu.be/PVrier9XcpI

What does a funeral director really do, and what motivates them? In this deeply personal episode of Beyond the Funeral Service: Compassionate Conversations, ...

10/22/2025

Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin is honored to serve the family of Johnpaul Golla.

SERVICE DETAILS ARE NOW FINALIZED:
Visitation: Friday, October 31st from 11am-1pm at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home

Funeral: Friday, October 31st at 1pm at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home

The family requests memorial donations be made to Johnpaul's funeral care fund at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home, to help the family with his unexpected final expenses. To make an online donation, click the donation tab on Johnpaul's obituary page. All payments will go directly to the funeral home to help the family in their time of such loss. Envelopes will also be available and accepted at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home; 201 S. 13th Street; PO Box 429; Herrin, IL 62948.

Please click here to visit Johnpaul's full obituary tribute or make a donation to his funeral care fund at the funeral home.
https://www.rosadofuneralhomes.com/obituary/Johnpaul-Golla

10/21/2025

We are saddened to announce the passing of baby Asher Oliver Martin, beloved son of Jessica and Jeremy Martin of Herrin.

Please click the link below to read Asher's full obituary tribute:
https://www.rosadofuneralhomes.com/obituary/AsherOliver-Martin

SERVICE DETAILS:
Visitation: 11:00 AM- 12:00 PM on Saturday, November 1st at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin

Memorial Service: 12:00 PM on Saturday, November 1st at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin