Wilson Funeral Home

02/13/2026

Jacqueline Sauerbrunn "Jackie", age 86, of Marion, Illinois passed away peacfully at 6:57 A.M. Friday, February 13, 2026 at the Sunshine Gardens Healthcare Center in Marion with her loving family by her side.

She was born on May 22, 1939 in Belknap, Illinois in Johnson County, to Orval and Wanda Henry. She spent most of her teenage years in Karnak, Illinois. Jackie was united in marriage to Norval "Dean" Sauerbrunn on January 2, 1958 in Karnak, Illinois, and together they shared sixty eight years in marriage. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Johnson City, Illinois.

Jackie spent the first two years of marriage in Germany with her husband, Dean, who served in the U.S. Army. Upon their return to Illinois, they soon started their family.

Jackie's contributions extended outside of the family and was employed at many places including Anchor Brush, All-Steel, and Keeler School for the Physically and Mentally challenged young adults.

After retirement, Jackie and Dean moved back to Southern, Illinois. Retirement brought them much joy spending time with their children and grandchildren. Their favorite pastimes were boating, four-wheeling, riding go carts, and swimming in the pool.

Some of Jackie's favorite hobbies were reading, taking care of her dogs over the years (Lady, Cindy, Sam, Freckles, and Rocky). She was an active member of her community running the food pantry and volunteering for the Lunch Bunch in Johnson City.

She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who was always up for adventures with her kids and grandkids.

She is survived by her husband, Dean of Marion, Illinois, daughter, Deborah Knauer and her husband Carl of Virginia Beach, Virginia, two sons, Bruce Sauerbrunn his wife Vickie of Olmsted, Illinois and Terry Sauerbrunn and his wife Chris of Marion Illinois. She is also survived by six grandchildren; Steven and Ryan Knauer, Taryn Sauerbrunn, Larry and Andrew Schnaare, Michelle Hannan, and elevan great-grandchildren.

Jackie was preceded in death by her parents, Orval and Wanda Henry, brother, Weldon James Henry, brother, William Henry, grandson, Eric Schnaare.

Funeral services honoring the life of Mrs. Jacqueline Sauerbrunn "Jackie" will be held at 1 P.M. Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at Wilson Funeral Home in Karnak. Rev. Steve Hudspath will be officiating. The family will receive friends from 11 A.M. Tuesday until the service hour. Interment will follow at the Concord Cemetery, Olmsted, Illinois.

For those that prefer memorial contributions can be made to Concord Cemetery. Envelopes will be provided at the funeral home.

To leave an online message for the family or to share a memory, you can also visit our website at www.wilsonfuneralhome1928.com

02/11/2026

Patsy Goins Crain, age 89, of Cadiz, Kentucky, formerly of Grand Chain, Illinois, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Christian Health Center in Hopkinsville, Kentucky.

Born on December 26, 1936, in Karnak, Illinois, she was the daughter of Ernest Goins and Dorothy Durall Goins, who preceded her in death.

Patsy worked for many years at Spraying Systems in Wheaton, Illinois. After retiring, she and her husband Bill settled in Cadiz, where they called home for the rest of their days. In Cadiz, she served as a volunteer at Helping Hands and was a faithful member of Cadiz Baptist Church.

Patsy found joy in the little things, from tending to her beautiful flower garden to caring for her cats and feeding the neighborhood animals, including the deer and squirrels she welcomed into her yard.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband Bill Crain, on December 3, 2011, and her daughter Regina Prusak.

She is survived by her grandson David Prusak (Tori) of Mesa, Arizona, and two great-grandchildren, as well as her caregiver and friend, Jennifer Strauch (Rick), of Cadiz.

Per the family's request, cremation was accorded with no services being held. Inurnment will be at the Masonic Cemetery in Grand Chain, Illinois.

Wilson Funeral Home in Karnak is assisting with local arrangements.

01/15/2026

Melinda Renee Corzine gained her heavenly wings January 14, 2026. She passed peacefully at home with her children by her side, at the age of 64.

Melinda was born April 21, 1961 to Anice (A.E) and Janice Corzine. She graduated from Century High School in1979. Melinda loved her plants, her pets, cooking and spending time with her family.

Melinda is survived by her sisters, Pamela (Jerry) McSorley of Vienna, Illinois and Tamela (Carl) Lingle of Dongola, Illinois; her children, Heather (Jason) Brown of Scott City, Missouri, Michael (Natalie) Brown of Anna, Illinois; grandchildren, Charlie (Tommy) Whitaker, Caitlyn (Brandon) McClanahand, Jessilyn (Kenin) Hettenhouser, Michaela Brown, Arika Brown and Brayden Brown; great-grandchildren Scarlett, Haylee, Willow, Maisley, Violet and Karolyn.

She was preceded and death by her parents, A.E. and Janice Corzine and beloved great-grandchild Lisa Hettenhouser.

Per the family's request, cremation was accorded with a celebration of life being planned for the family and friends later this spring.

Donations to help the family with funeral expenses may be made to Wilson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 206, Karnak, Illinois 62956

If you would like to leave a message for the family or share a memory, you can also visit our website at www.wilsonfuneralhome1928.com

01/04/2026

James (Larry) Badgley, age 87, of Grand Chain, Illinois passed away at 5 A.M Sunday, January 4, 2026 surrounded by his loving family at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah, Kentucky.

Larry was born November 25, 1938 in Paducah, Kentucky. He was a graduate of the Tilghman Hgh School in Paducah. Larry and June Badgley were united in marriage in 1959. Larry had retired after nearly 40 years of service as a welder/quality manager for Flour Corporation. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing, woodworking and loved hobby farming. Larry was a member of the Vienna #172 Masonic Lodge. He was an avid UK fan!

He is survived by his wife, June Marie Perryman Badgley; one son, Pat (Valentina) Badgley of Chapin, South Carolina; four grandchildren, Robbie (Kelcey) Badgley of Grand Chain, Alleson (Brandon) Looper of Metropolis, Richard Badgley of Houston, Texas and Sabrina, Badgley of Chapin, South Carolina; one brother, Jerry Badgley of Atchison, Kansas; one sister, Sylvia Doss of Elizabethtown, Kentucky.

Larry was preceded in death by one son, Marty Badgley (2021); parents, Imon Latney and Esther E. Gilbert Badgley.

Memorial services honoring the life of Mr. James Larry Badgley will be held at 1 P.M. Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at the Ohio Chapel Church in Grand Chain (The Tick Ridge Community). Pastor Tammy Horn will be officiating. The family will receive friends from 11 A M. till the service hour Wednesday at the Church. Inurnment will follow at the Ohio Chapel Cemetery.

On behalf of the family and staff of Wilson Funeral Home we send our sincere condolences to all of the Badgley family.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Wilson Funeral Home in Karnak.

12/25/2025

11/19/2025

Kathy Blasdel Ryan, age 69, of Grand Chain, Illinois passed away at 7:38 A.M. Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at the Axion Gardens Healthcare Center in Flora, Illinois.

Kathy was born May 4, 1956 in Cairo, Illinois. She was a 1974 graduate of Century High School near Ullin, Illinois. Kathy graduated from Shawnee College and then went on to graduate from Southern Illinois University in 1979 with a Bachelor's Degree in Education. Kathy had retired from Century High School after 34 years of teaching. She was a member of the Ohio Chapel Church. Kathy was very active in the National Education Association (NEA). She enjoyed reading and loved her cats. Kathy loved spending time with her family, gardening and was an excellent cook. After retiring Kathy worked 7 years at the Candy Store in the Paducah Mall.

Kathy Is survived by one daughter, Betsy Ryan of Grand Chain; sister, Donna (Ed) Holhubner of Sedalia, Missouri; two nephews, Chris (Sarah) Holhubner of Vienna; Lucas (Mel) Holhubner of Smithton, Missouri; a host of great nieces and nephews.

Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, Max and Louise Mathis Blasdel

Funeral services honoring the life of Mrs. Kathy Blasdel Ryan will be held at 2 P.M. Sunday, November 23, 2025 at the Ohio Chapel Church, Grand Chain, Illinois. The family will receive friends Sunday from 11 A.M. until the funeral hour at the Church. Pastor Tammy Horn will be officiating. Interment will follow at the Ohio Chapel Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ohio Chapel Church. c/o Tammy Horn, 18 Rivercrest Lane, Grand Chain, Illinois

To leave an online message for the family or to share a memory, you can also visit our website at www.wilsonfuneralhome1928.com

The staff of Wilson Funeral Home would like to send our sincere condolences to the family of Kathy Ryan.

11/19/2025

Holly Musgraves Shreves, age 44, of Grand Chain, Illinois passed away at 12:55 P.M. Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at the Barnes Jewish Hospital in Saint Louis, Missouri.

Funeral services honoring the life of Mrs. Holly Musgraves Shreves will be held at 12 P.M. Saturday, November 22, 2025 at Wilson Funeral Home in Karnak. Rev. Steve Heisner and Rev. Gerell Cain will be officiating. The family will receive friends Saturday morning from 10 A.M. until the service hour. Interment will follow at the Masonic Cemetery in Grand Chain.

Pallbearers will be Bailey Langston, Cameron Langston, Brian Langston, Kegan Hale and Lukus Inman.

Holly was born December 16, 1980 in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. She was a 1999 graduate of Century High School near Ullin. Holly loved spending time with her family, taking walks and going to her sons basketball games.

She is survived by her husband, James Shreves; her children, Sumer Agers and James D. Shreves Jr. of Grand Chain, Illinois; father, Cyrus Musgraves (Debbie Davis) of Grand Chain; sister, Stephanie (Brian) Langston of Paducah, Kentucky; nephews, Bailey Langston of Paducah, Kentucky and Cameron (Alessia) of Toronto, Canada; a host of nieces, nephews,aunts, uncles and cousins.

Holly was preceded in death by her mother, Debra Musgraves (2014); grandparents, Charles and Vivian Inman, Mae Dunning, Creston and Elsie Musgraves.

To leave an online message for the family or to share a memory, you can also visit our website at www.wilsonfuneralhome1928.com

The staff of Wilson Funeral Home would like to send our sincere condolences to the Shreves family.

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11/15/2025

Kingsley V. Bennett, age 89 of Ewing, Illinois passed away at 9:40 P.M. Friday, November 14, 2025 at the Nature Trail Nursing Home in Mt. Vernon, Illinois.

Kingsley was born November 12, 1936 in Benton, Illinois. He attended the Benton High School and graduated high school from the Van-Nuys High School in Hollywood, California. Kingsley enlisted in the United States Navy and served from 1955 to 1959. He then went on to the Vocational-Technical Institute (VTI) to earn a degree in accounting. Kingsley and Cathy Whittier were united in marriage on May 25, 1961. Kingsley had retired from the Internal Revenue Service of the United States Treasury on January 1, 1993. Kingsley loved his children and grandchildren. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed gardening and watching the NBA, he loved working with his cattle and just being in the outdoors.

He is survived by his loving wife, Cathy Bennett; two sons, Jeff (Lori) Bennett and Mitch (Taylor) Bennett of Ewing; two brothers, Jim Bennett of Benton and Rodney Bennett of Newburgh, Indiana; two sisters, Marlene Webb of Ewing, and Lynda Sanchez of Benton; seven grandchildren, Brandon, Lauren, Brock, Jordan, Alex, Kaitlyn and Josh Bennett; great-grandchildren, Isabella and Keagen Bennett.

Kingsley was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest James and Helen Vaughn Bennett; his son, Bradley Whittier Bennett (2002).

Funeral services honoring the life of Kingsley V. Bennett will be held at 12 P.M. Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at the Whittington Church in Whittington, Illinois. Rev. Mark Minor will be officiating. The family will receive friends Wednesday morning from 10 A.M. until the service hour. Internment will follow at the Liberty-Ridlin Cemetery in Macedonia, Illinois. Full Military Honors will be accorded by the American Legion Post #280 in Benton.

Pallbearers will be Jeff Bennett, Mitch Bennett, Alex Bennett, Rodney Bennett, Doug Browning, Brock Bennett and Brandon Bennett.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Whittington Church, 200 West Main St, Whittington, Illinois 62897.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Wilson Funeral Home in Karnak.

The family and staff of Wilson Funeral Home would like to offer our sincere condolences to the Kingsley Bennett family. (Our dear friends)

11/06/2025

Karen Kickasola Reichert, age 77 of Grand Chain, Illinois passed away at 6:20 P.M. Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at her home.

She was a beloved momma, granny, and great-granny. She missed her husband, Skip Reichert, over the last six years. She loved watching her grandkids play sports and playing with her great grandkids. Her Sundays were spent at church and visiting with her twin, Sharon, and friend, Brenda. Her Wednesdays were spent visiting, eating, and playing cards with Grand Chain friends. She will be remembered for her love and ability of cooking for others, especially her cinnamon rolls.

Karen grew up in Unionville on a family farm. She worked at Allied before deciding to become a full time mother. Later, she worked at the Grand Chain Post Office, Grand Chain First State Bank and retired from Vienna's Banterra Bank.

She was a lifetime member of Mt. Sterling Cumberland Presbyterian Church. For a few years, they attended Milburn Chapel Cumberland Presbyterian Church and was very active with their Sunday school class.

She left behind her daughter, Penny (Tim) Bellamey, and son, Jasson (Leah) Reichert; grandkids, Alex (Amber) Bellamey, Lauren Grace (Wes) Belt, Madison Reichert and Nolan Reichert; great-grandkids, Emmett, Elijah, and Hazel; her sister, Sharon Pegram, and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry "Skip" Reichert; her parents, Lawrence (LT) and Pearline Kickasola.

Funeral services honoring the life of Mrs. Karen Reichert will be held at 1 P.M. Saturday, November 8, 2025 at Wilson Funeral Home in Karnak. Rev. Doug Hughes will be officiating. The family will receive friends from 10 A.M. Saturday morning until the service hour. Interment will follow at the Masonic Cemetery in Grand Chain.

Pallbearers will be, Alexander Bellamey, Nolan Reichert, John Hannan, Kevin Reichert, Jason Neelley and Sean Pegram.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Century FFA.

The Hillerman Baptist Church will be providing a meal for the family immediately following the committal service on Saturday. The church is located at 4197 Hillerman Road.

The staff at Wilson Funeral Home would like to express our sincere condolences to the Karen Reichert family.

10/28/2025

Robin Henson, age 62, of Jonesboro, Illinois, formerly of Cypress passed away at 4:08 P.M. Monday, October 27, 2025 at the Deaconess Hospital in Marion.

Robin was born February 10, 1963 in Anna, Illinois.

Robin was a graduate of the Vienna High School. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Robin was a heavy equipment operator out of the Local 318 in Marion. He was an avid Harley Davidson enthusiast.

He is survived by his daughter, Danielle WallenMeyer of Jonesboro; son, Gary Henson of Marion; brother, Tracy Richardson of Cypress; three bonus brothers, Harold Richardson of Jonesboro, Bobby Richardson of Anna and Jack Richardson of Vienna; his mother, Sandy Richardson and bonus dad, Bob Richardson Sr. of Cypress.

Robin was preceded in death by his father, Robert Henson.

Funeral services honoring the life of Mr. Robin Henson will be held at 11 A.M. Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at the Mound City National Cemetery. Rev. Jack Richardson will be officiating. Full military honors will be accorded by the United States Army National Guard Funeral Detail Team and area veterans.

Those attending have been asked to bring a picture of Robin if you have one available and dress comfortably.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to the family in care of Wilson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 206, Karnak, Illinois 62956.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Wilson Funeral Home in Karnak.

We express our sincere condolences to the Robin Henson family.

To leave an online message for the family or to share a memory, you can also visit our website at www.wilsonfuneralhome1928.com

10/17/2025

Rebecca (Becky) Carr, age 72, of Belknap, Illinois passed away at 5:25 P.M. Thursday, October 16, 2025 at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah, Kentucky.

Rebecca was born October 16, 1953 in Grand Chain, Illinois. She attended the Grand Chain School. Rebecca and Charles Carr were united in marriage on October 10, 1970. She loved spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Rebecca enjoyed going to the Encampment every year.

She is survived by her husband, Charles Carr; daughter, Tammara (Patrick) McGuire of Mayfield, Kentucky; two brothers, Gerald Douglas of Georgia and Richard Evers of Belknap; three grandchildren, Shailen Rosenthal of Jackson, Missouri, Camden McGuire of Mayfield, Kentucky and Dakin Rosenthal of Belknap; two great-grandchildren, Aaris Sullivan of Jackson, Missouri and Emeri Johnston of Jackson, Missouri; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and many friends.

Rebecca was preceded in death by her parents, Wynona and Genevieve Hanle Douglas; one brother, Gary Douglas.

There will be a celebration of life service honoring the life of Mrs. Rebecca Carr at 11 A.M. Saturday, October 25, 2025 at Wilson Funeral Home in Karnak. Reverend Kenneth Capps will be officiating. The family will receive friends Saturday morning from 10 A.M. until the service hour.

To leave an online message for the family or to share a memory, you can also visit our website at www.wilsonfuneralhome1928.com