Obituaries

Michael R. Alldredge

September 01, 1953 - December 12, 2018

Mike was a retired oil field worker.  He enjoyed watching all types of sports, and being with his friends.

Survivors include son, Michael D. Alldredge of Muenster, Texas; brothers Derris (Eugenia) Alldredge, Alan (Sandy) Alldredge, all of Grayville, Larry Alldredge of Crossville, Illinois; sisters Cindy (Lowell) Rhodes of Grayville, Phyllis McKibben, Rose (Lester) Pritchard, all of Albion, Illinois; grandson Jeffery Alldredge.

He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers Jack and Tom Alldredge; sisters Mary Clark, Marilyn James and Linda Clark.

In keeping with Mike's wishes, his remains were cremated.  No services are planned at this time.

Obituary from Cook Funeral Chapel websites.

Connie Sue Butler

March 1950-February 24, 2017

Connie Sue Butler, 66, of Cowling, Illinois, died Friday, February 24, 2017, at her home. She was born March 6, 1950, in Mt. Carmel, Illinois, the
daughter of Billy Lee Trusty and Ruby Marie (Terry) Trusty. She married Lewis Lee "Junior" Butler on October 11, 1969, and he preceded her in death on August 17, 2015.

Connie was an active member of the Cowling Free Methodist Church and she was an avid supporter of the Cowling Community Center. Among her interests were flower arranging, shopping and cooking Sunday dinners for her friends and family.

Survivors include her mother Marie Trusty of Cowling; son Aaron (Jennifer) Butler of St. Louis, Missouri; daughter Leslie (John) Novak of Ashley, Illinois; brother Billy Ray (Shannon) Trusty; sister Patti (Steve) Funkhouser, all of Cowling; grandchildren K'Lee Novak, Drew Novak, Dylan Speir, Jacob (Caitlinn) Speir, MaKayla Speir, Addison Butler, Graham Butler; great grandchildren Paislee Novak and Rexton Novak Jones.

She is preceded in death by her father; husband; brother Ed Trusty; and sister Tina Rhinehart.

Visitation is 5-8 pm, Monday, February 27, 2017, at Cook Funeral Chapel in Grayville, Illinois. Funeral is at 10 am, Tuesday, February 28, 2017, at Cook Funeral Chapel with burial in Antioch Cemetery near Cowling.

Memorials may be made to the Cowling Free Methodist Church and will be accepted at Cook Funeral Chapel.

Obituary from Cool Funeral Chapel website.

Glenn A. Higginson

December 28, 1939 - November 18, 2018

Glenn A. Higginson, 78, of Cowling, Illinois, died Sunday, November 18, 2018, at Ferrell Hospital in Eldorado, Illinois.  He was born December 28, 1939, in Cowling, the son of Ralph D. and Rosa Marie (Webking) Higginson. He was married to Jewell Lee (Spruell) Higginson on July 3, 1977, and she preceded him in death on October 4, 2006.

Glenn was the proprietor of an oil field sales and supply company and a member of the Northside Baptist Church in Grayville, Illinois.  He enjoyed classic old cars, Honda Gold Wing Motorcycles, and playing golf, pool and poker.

Survivors include son Bryan (Miranda) Higginson of Mt. Carmel, Illinois; daughters Pam (Mark) Berkaw of Bluford, Illinois, Kellie Howard of Grayville, Marilyn (Kenny) Smith of Fairfield, Illinois; grandchildren Nick Smith, Clayton Higginson, Isaac Scott, T. J. Scott, Michael Scott, Blake Higginson, Raymond Higginson, Chrissy Keyser; great grandchildren Brenna Curtner, Kenna Keyser, Katheryn Keyser, Landon Smith, Joey Scott, Khloe Bell, Brian Scott, Adrian Scott, Carmen Scott, Braelyn Brendel.

He is preceded in death by his parents; wife; and brothers Ralph L. Higginson and Leon Higginson.

Visitation and funeral are Saturday, November 24, 2018, at Northside Baptist Church in Grayville.  Visitation is 10 am and funeral is at noon. Burial is in Antioch Cemetery near Cowling.  Cook Funeral Chapel in Grayville is in charge of arrangements.

Memorials may be made to the Northside Baptist Church.

Obituary from Cook Funeral Chapel website.

Ruby Marie Trusty

October 30, 1931 - July 22, 2017

Ruby Marie Trusty, 85, of Cowling, Illinois, died Saturday, July 22, 2017, at Oakview Heights Continuous Care and Rehabilitation in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. She was born October 30, 1931, in Centralia, Illinois, the daughter of Charles and Bessie (Denny) Terry.  She was married to Billy Lee Trusty on June 22, 1947, and he preceded her in death on July 28, 2003.

Ruby was a homemaker and member of the Cowling Free Methodist Church. She enjoyed cooking and taking care of her home and family.

Survivors include son Billy Ray (Shannon) Trusty; daughter Patti (Steve) Funkhouser, all of Grayville, Illinois; daughter-in-law Elaine Trusty of Cowling; brothers Keith (Carolyn) Terry of Owensboro, Kentucky, Kenny (Billie) Terry of Mt. Carmel; sisters Mary Jane Litherland (Bill) Waits of Cincinnati, Ohio, Jean Glenn of Ohio, Lavonne (Jon) Webber of Marietta, Georgia; Grandchildren Stephanie (Robert) Hatcher, Maria (Marc) Neeley, Aaron (Jennifer) Butler, Leslie (John) Novak, Sarah (Daniel) Heritage, Elizabeth (Mike) Salinas, Rachel (Mike Martinez) Trusty, Shalanea (Doug) Bratcher, Cody Bratcher, Luke (Andrea) Rhinehart, Matthew (Elizabeth) Rhinehart, Morgan (Nick Nelson) Rhinehart, Mike (Lori) McWilliams; 35 great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband; son Ed Trusty; daughters Tina Rhinehart, Connie Butler; grandson Dustin Trusty; brothers Charles Terry and Hugh Blackburn; sister Fae Foltz.

Visitation is 5-7 pm, Monday, July 24, 2017, at Cook Funeral Chapel in Grayville. Funeral is 10 am, Tuesday, July 25, 2017, at Cook Funeral Chapel in Grayville with burial in Antioch Cemetery near Cowling.

Memorials may be made to Cowling Free Methodist Church and will be accepted at Cook Funeral Chapel.

Obituary from Cook Funeral Chapel website.