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Randall Christopher MARION — Randall L. Christopher, 56, passed away Monday, Sept. 30, 2013, at his home. Randall was born June 27, 1957, in Marion to Charles and Dorris (Pease) Christopher. He married Debbie Fallin in July 1995. She survives of Marion. Randall was a union mem- ber of 178 in Fort Worth, Texas. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and spending time with his pets. He loved his nieces, nephews, their children and his friends. Survivors include wife, Debbie Christopher of Mar- ion; stepson, Billy Hudgens of Marion; granddaughter, Emily Grace Hudgens of Marion; brothers, Bill Chr- istopher and wife, Pat, of Marion and David Christ- opher and wife, Donnita, of Herrin; and nieces and nephews, Shannon Mason, Shauna Dowdy, Dax Christ- opher, Devan Christopher, Brian Miller, Lindsey Harris and Cassie Franklin. He was preceded in death by his parents. There will be a private burial at a later date. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7, at the funeral home. Randall will be sorely missed by all. Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice. To sign the guest regi- ster or more informa- tion, visit www.bluefuneral home.com. Major Neal Ryan MARION — Former Illinois native, Irishman and Army Officer Maj. Neal C. Ryan, 91, passed away Friday, Sept. 27, 2013, at his home in Milford, Mich. Neal will be buried next to his late wife, Bernice Ryan, and there will be a family gathering in his honor to celebrate his life. Neal was born Feb. 4, 1922, in Chicago to Corn- elius and Catherine Ryan. He graduated from St. Leo High School of Chicago and University of Nebraska. Neal joined the U.S. Army at 17 and served in World War II and the Korean War. He was later accepted and graduated from Army Officer Candidacy School. He served as a surgeon’s assistant in the Medical Division of the Army. He was a wonderful hus- band to Betty Ryan, whom he met while home from basic training. He was a proud father of four children, Darlene Died- erich, Connie Markendorf, Neal J. Ryan and Linda Mitchell. In 1963, after his first wife’s passing, Major Neal C. Ryan retired from the Army. After retirement from the Army, Neal continued to work in the medical field for the State of Illinois. Neal later married Bernice Ryan, taking on two wonderful stepsons, Steve Lipnik and Bob Lipnik. Neal was an Illinois native for 84 years. He thoroughly enjoyed playing bridge and rooting for the White Sox and the Fighting Irish of Notre Dame. Neal’s loyalty, bravery and generosity made him an insp- iration to family and friends alike. He lived his life with integrity as a proud Amer- ican soldier and a dedicated husband and father. He is survived by his chil- dren, Steve Lipnik (Cathy), Darlene Diederich (Rich), Connie Markendorf (Lou), Bob Lipnik (Keri), Neal J. Ryan (Debbie) and Linda Mitchell (Rick); and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. His family wishes to express that Neal will be missed by all. Paul Lukancic HARRISBURG — Paul Lukancic, 76, died at 4:45 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4, 2013, at home. Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Salem Cemetery in Carrier Mills with the Revs. Dan Masters and Jim Hamilton officiating. Burial will be in Salem Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at Reed Funeral Chapel in Harrisburg. Sarah Loeh ZEIGLER — Sarah Bell (Robinson) Loeh, 93, passed away at 2:07 a.m. Friday, Oct. 4, 2013, in Herrin Hospital. Sarah was born June 29, 1920, in Perrine, Ark., to Luther and Willie Clair (Carr) Robinson. She married Robert Loeh on July 30, 1940, in St. Louis. He preceded her in death May 7, 1978. She is survived by three daughters and a son-in-law, Shirley Dawe of Royalton, Carolyn and Roger Murray of Buckner and Barbara Loeh of Sanford, Fla.; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Raymond Lee and Kitty Loeh of Villa Grove and Bobbie Loeh of Zeigler; six grandchildren, Ronald and David Murray, Rachel and Erica Lindquist, Courtney and Whitney Loeh; and four great- grandchildren. Her parents; a grandson, Christopher Dawe; and two brothers, Raymond and James Robinson also preceded her in death. Mrs. Loeh was of Pentecostal faith and a homemaker. Services for Mrs. Loeh will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 7, in Cundiff Cemetery near Carterville with the Rev. Jason Todd officiating. There will be no visitation. Family and friends are asked to gather at the cemetery before the services. In lieu of flowers, memo- rials may be made to the donor’s choice of churches. Vantrease Funeral Homes Inc. of Zeigler and Royalton is in charge of the arrange- ments. To sign the online register book or for more informa- tion, visit www.vantrease funeralhome.com. Elizabeth Bowling CHRISTOPHER — Elizabeth May Bowling, 79, died Friday, Oct. 4, 2013, in Herrin Hospital. She was a homemaker. She was a member of South Side Baptist Church in Christopher. Elizabeth was born May 7, 1934, in Mulkeytown to Oscar and Ollie (Webb) Ensinger. She married Darrell Bowling, and he pre- ceded her in death July 23, 1990. Survivors include daugh- ter and son-in-law, Sandra and Don Wilder of Peters- burg, Ind.; grandchildren, Shawn Williams of Carbon- dale and Shelly and Jay Powell of Petersburg; great- grandchildren, Cole Powell, Conner Powell, Kinzie Powell and Jacob Bow- ling; and brother, Claude Ensinger of Dixon. She was preceded in death by her husband; son, Randy Bowling; three brothers, Phillip, Harvey and John Ensinger; and two sis- ters, Mary Rose and Lena Ensinger. Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, in Gilbert Funeral Home in Christ- opher with Brother John Overturf officiating. Int- erment will be in Mulk- eytown Cemetery. Visit- ation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to South Side Baptist Church and will be accepted at the funeral home. For more information, visit www.gilbertfuneral homes.com. Mildred Walker MARION — Mildred Helen Walker, 87, died at 5:50 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2013, in Heartland Reg- ional Medical Center in Marion. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Wilson- McReynolds Funeral Home with the Rev. Ryan Harris presiding. Burial will be in Maplewood Cemetery in Marion. Visitation will be from noon until 2 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Kathy Hayes JOHNSTON CITY — Kathy Ann Hayes, 58, died at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4, 2013, in Barnes- Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. Arrangements are incom- plete at Murman and Wilson Funeral Home in Johnston City. THE SOUTHERN ILLINOISAN SUNDAY ,OCTOBER 6, 2013 7B LOCAL www.thesouthern.com RHONDA M. MAY / THE SOUTHERN OBITUARIES thesouthern.com/obituaries Christopher Illinois Women’s Club meting: 12:30 p.m., Monday, United Methodist Church, Anna; Anna Jonesboro GFWC Illinois Women’s Club, speaker Christina Hollis recycling educator, CD on recycling pant, where recycling goes, talk about the program, theme is conservation, open and free to the public; 618-833-5717. Philosopher Lecture: 7:30 p.m., Monday, Ballroom D, SIUC Student Center, Carbondale; Theologian John D. Caputo, give Charles D. Tenney lecture, “Why Postmodernism is Good News for Religion”, followed by reception, book signing, free and open to public; 618-549-1051. AARP Driver’s Safety Class: 8 a.m.-noon, Tuesday and Wednesday, John A. Logan Extension, 19 West Frankfort Plaza, West Frankfort; eight hour course, $12 for AARP members, $14 for non-members, 618-932- 6639. NARFE meeting: 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, Golden Corral Restaurant, Illinois 13, east of Carbondale; hosting 2014 Federation Convention, June 2014 at JALC, we need help, federal employees and guests are invited; 618-841-7861, 618-378-3176 or edoliver2@ yahoo.com. Costello at Marissa: 4:30-6 p.m., Tuesday, Marissa Public Library, 212 N. Main St., Marissa; Marissa and surrounding area residents, invited to attend satellite office, open and free to the public, ask state- related questions; 618-282- 7284 or staterepcostello @gmail.com. Kids Poetry workshop: 5:30-6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Carbondale Public Library, 405 W. Main St., Carbondale; kids form 4th to 8th grade, help from the Saluki Writers’ Project (English graduates from SIU), registration is on- going, event is free; 618-457- 0354 or www.carbondale. lib.il.us. AAUW meeting: 7 p.m., Tuesday, Faculty House, 1000 S. Elizabeth St., SIUC Campus, Carbondale; public invited, Equity Trends for Women, D. Linda McCabe Smith speaking, 618-529-1563. Philosopher Lecture: 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Guyon Auditorium, Morris Library, SIUC, Carbondale; Theologian John D. Caputo, give Wayne Leys lecture, “Living with the Event, Living without Ethics”, followed by reception, book signing, free and open to public; 618-549-1051. Checker Tournament: 8 a.m. play begins, Illinois Centre Mall, Marion; all players invited, entry fee $10, three classes, A-expert, B-minor, C-beginners, in the food court, winners will be announced Sunday at 4 p.m.; 618-402-1822 or [email protected]. SI Biker Sunday: 1-5 p.m., Chapman Sports Complex, Woodlawn; free food, drinks, music, live entertainment, fellowship with other bikers, share testimonies and experience from the road, open and free to the public; 618-735-9113 or [email protected]. Life Chain: 2-3 p.m., intersection of W. Main St. and N. Illinois Ave., Carbondale; public welcome, prayer service to end abortion, meet at Carbondale City Pavilion, signs say “Pray to end Abortion”, signs provided, sponsored by Murphysboro KC Council; 618-684-2930. Blessing of the Animals: 2:30 p.m., Saint Francis Xavier Hall carport, 303 S. Popular St., Carbondale; on Elm St. side, community is invited to being pets. T ODAY’ S EVENTS WHAT’ S COMING
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Randall Christopher
MARION — Randall L.Christopher, 56, passedaway Monday, Sept. 30,
2013, at hishome.
Randall wasborn June 27,1957, in Marionto Charles andDorris (Pease)Christopher.
He marriedDebbie Fallin in
July 1995. She survives ofMarion.
Randall was a union mem-ber of 178 in Fort Worth,Texas. He enjoyed riding hismotorcycle and spendingtime with his pets. He lovedhis nieces, nephews, theirchildren and his friends.
Survivors include wife,Debbie Christopher of Mar-ion; stepson, Billy Hudgensof Marion; granddaughter,Emily Grace Hudgens ofMarion; brothers, Bill Chr-istopher and wife, Pat, ofMarion and David Christ-opher and wife, Donnita, ofHerrin; and nieces andnephews, Shannon Mason,Shauna Dowdy, Dax Christ-opher, Devan Christopher,Brian Miller, Lindsey Harrisand Cassie Franklin.
He was preceded in deathby his parents.
There will be a privateburial at a later date.Visitation will be from 5 to7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7, at thefuneral home.
Randall will be sorelymissed by all.
Memorials may be madeto the donor’s choice.
To sign the guest regi-ster or more informa-tion, visit www.bluefuneralhome.com.
Major NealRyan
MARION — FormerIllinois native, Irishman andArmy Officer Maj. Neal C.Ryan, 91, passed awayFriday, Sept. 27, 2013, at hishome in Milford, Mich.
Neal will be buried next tohis late wife, Bernice Ryan,and there will be a familygathering in his honor tocelebrate his life.
Neal was born Feb. 4,1922, in Chicago to Corn-elius and Catherine Ryan.He graduated from St. LeoHigh School of Chicago andUniversity of Nebraska.
Neal joined the U.S. Armyat 17 and served in WorldWar II and the Korean War.He was later accepted andgraduated from ArmyOfficer Candidacy School.He served as a surgeon’sassistant in the MedicalDivision of the Army.
He was a wonderful hus-band to Betty Ryan, whomhe met while home frombasic training.
He was a proud father offour children, Darlene Died-erich, Connie Markendorf,Neal J. Ryan and LindaMitchell. In 1963, after hisfirst wife’s passing, MajorNeal C. Ryan retired fromthe Army.
After retirement from theArmy, Neal continued towork in the medical field forthe State of Illinois. Neallater married Bernice Ryan,taking on two wonderfulstepsons, Steve Lipnik andBob Lipnik.
Neal was an Illinois nativefor 84 years. He thoroughlyenjoyed playing bridge androoting for the White Soxand the Fighting Irish ofNotre Dame.
Neal’s loyalty, bravery andgenerosity made him an insp-iration to family and friendsalike. He lived his life withintegrity as a proud Amer-ican soldier and a dedicatedhusband and father.
He is survived by his chil-dren, Steve Lipnik (Cathy),Darlene Diederich (Rich),Connie Markendorf (Lou),Bob Lipnik (Keri), NealJ. Ryan (Debbie) andLinda Mitchell (Rick); andmany grandchildren andgreat-grandchildren.
His family wishes toexpress that Neal will bemissed by all.
Paul Lukancic
HARRISBURG — PaulLukancic, 76, died at 4:45 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4,2013, at home.
Services will be at 11 a.m.Tuesday in Salem Cemeteryin Carrier Mills with theRevs. Dan Masters and JimHamilton officiating. Burialwill be in Salem Cemetery.Visitation will be from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesday atReed Funeral Chapel inHarrisburg.
Sarah Loeh
ZEIGLER — Sarah Bell(Robinson) Loeh, 93, passedaway at 2:07 a.m. Friday,Oct. 4, 2013, in HerrinHospital.
Sarah was born June 29,1920, in Perrine, Ark., toLuther and Willie Clair(Carr) Robinson.
She married RobertLoeh on July 30, 1940, inSt. Louis. He preceded her indeath May 7, 1978.
She is survived by threedaughters and a son-in-law,Shirley Dawe of Royalton,Carolyn and Roger Murrayof Buckner and BarbaraLoeh of Sanford, Fla.; twosons and a daughter-in-law,Raymond Lee and KittyLoeh of Villa Grove andBobbie Loeh of Zeigler; sixgrandchildren, Ronald andDavid Murray, Rachel andErica Lindquist, Courtneyand Whitney Loeh; and fourgreat- grandchildren.
Her parents; a grandson,Christopher Dawe; andtwo brothers, Raymondand James Robinson alsopreceded her in death.
Mrs. Loeh was ofPentecostal faith and ahomemaker.
Services for Mrs. Loeh willbe at 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 7,in Cundiff Cemetery nearCarterville with the Rev.Jason Todd officiating.There will be no visitation.Family and friends are askedto gather at the cemeterybefore the services.
In lieu of flowers, memo-rials may be made tothe donor’s choice ofchurches.
Vantrease Funeral HomesInc. of Zeigler and Royaltonis in charge of the arrange-ments.
To sign the online registerbook or for more informa-tion, visit www.vantreasefuneralhome.com.
Elizabeth Bowling
CHRISTOPHER —Elizabeth May Bowling, 79,died Friday, Oct. 4, 2013, inHerrin Hospital.
She was a homemaker.She was a member of
South Side Baptist Churchin Christopher.
Elizabeth was born May 7,1934, in Mulkeytown toOscar and Ollie (Webb)Ensinger.
She married DarrellBowling, and he pre-ceded her in death July 23,1990.
Survivors include daugh-ter and son-in-law, Sandraand Don Wilder of Peters-burg, Ind.; grandchildren,Shawn Williams of Carbon-dale and Shelly and JayPowell of Petersburg; great-grandchildren, Cole Powell,Conner Powell, KinziePowell and Jacob Bow-ling; and brother, ClaudeEnsinger of Dixon.
She was preceded in deathby her husband; son, RandyBowling; three brothers,Phillip, Harvey and JohnEnsinger; and two sis-ters, Mary Rose and LenaEnsinger.
Services will be at 1 p.m.Tuesday, Oct. 8, in GilbertFuneral Home in Christ-opher with Brother JohnOverturf officiating. Int-erment will be in Mulk-eytown Cemetery. Visit-ation will be from 11 a.m. to1 p.m. Tuesday at thefuneral home.
Memorials may be madeto South Side BaptistChurch and will be acceptedat the funeral home.
For more information,visit www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com.
Mildred Walker
MARION — MildredHelen Walker, 87, died at5:50 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1,2013, in Heartland Reg-ional Medical Center inMarion.
Services will be at 2 p.m.Tuesday in Wilson-McReynolds Funeral Homewith the Rev. Ryan Harrispresiding.
Burial will be inMaplewood Cemetery inMarion. Visitation will befrom noon until 2 p.m.Tuesday at the funeralhome.
Kathy Hayes
JOHNSTON CITY —Kathy Ann Hayes, 58, diedat 7:30 p.m. Friday,Oct. 4, 2013, in Barnes-Jewish Hospital inSt. Louis.
Arrangements are incom-plete at Murman and WilsonFuneral Home in JohnstonCity.
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Illinois Women’s Clubmeting: 12:30 p.m., Monday,United Methodist Church,Anna; Anna JonesboroGFWC Illinois Women’sClub, speaker ChristinaHollis recycling educator,CD on recycling pant,where recycling goes, talkabout the program, themeis conservation, open and free to the public; 618-833-5717.
Philosopher Lecture:7:30 p.m., Monday, BallroomD, SIUC Student Center,Carbondale; Theologian JohnD. Caputo, give Charles D.Tenney lecture, “WhyPostmodernism is GoodNews for Religion”, followedby reception, book signing,free and open to public;618-549-1051.
AARP Driver’s SafetyClass: 8 a.m.-noon, Tuesdayand Wednesday, John A.Logan Extension, 19 WestFrankfort Plaza, WestFrankfort; eight hour course,$12 for AARP members, $14for non-members, 618-932-6639.
NARFE meeting: 11:30 a.m., Tuesday,Golden Corral Restaurant,Illinois 13, east of Carbondale;hosting 2014 FederationConvention, June 2014 atJALC, we need help, federalemployees and guests areinvited; 618-841-7861,618-378-3176 or [email protected].
Costello at Marissa:4:30-6 p.m., Tuesday,Marissa Public Library, 212 N.Main St., Marissa; Marissaand surrounding arearesidents, invited to attendsatellite office, open and freeto the public, ask state-related questions; 618-282-7284 or [email protected].
Kids Poetry workshop:5:30-6:30 p.m., Tuesday,Carbondale Public Library,405 W. Main St., Carbondale;kids form 4th to 8th grade,help from the Saluki Writers’Project (English graduatesfrom SIU), registration is on-going, event is free; 618-457-0354 or www.carbondale.lib.il.us.
AAUW meeting: 7 p.m.,Tuesday, Faculty House,1000 S. Elizabeth St.,SIUC Campus, Carbondale;public invited, Equity Trendsfor Women, D. LindaMcCabe Smith speaking,618-529-1563.
Philosopher Lecture: 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, GuyonAuditorium, Morris Library,SIUC, Carbondale;Theologian John D. Caputo,give Wayne Leys lecture,“Living with the Event, Livingwithout Ethics”, followedby reception, book signing,free and open to public;618-549-1051.
Checker Tournament:8 a.m. play begins,Illinois Centre Mall,Marion; all players invited,entry fee $10, threeclasses, A-expert, B-minor,C-beginners, in the foodcourt, winners will beannounced Sunday at4 p.m.; 618-402-1822 [email protected].
SI Biker Sunday:1-5 p.m., Chapman Sports
Complex, Woodlawn; free food, drinks, music,live entertainment,fellowship with other bikers,share testimonies andexperience from the road,open and free to the public;618-735-9113 [email protected].
Life Chain: 2-3 p.m.,intersection of W. Main St.and N. Illinois Ave.,Carbondale; public welcome,
prayer service to endabortion, meet atCarbondale City Pavilion,signs say “Pray to endAbortion”, signs provided,sponsored by MurphysboroKC Council; 618-684-2930.
Blessing of the Animals:2:30 p.m., Saint FrancisXavier Hall carport, 303 S.Popular St., Carbondale; onElm St. side, community isinvited to being pets.
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