Obituaries
Dan McGuire
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Daniel G. McGuire, age 55 of Ridgway died Monday, April 08, 2013 at his home surrounded by his family. Dan as most knew him, was born in Alton, IL to the late James and Miona (Endicott) McGuire. In 2006 he married the former Linda Lanier who survives. He was a carpenter most of his life. He loved to camp, fish be outdoors but really loved his dog, especially Sam.
Dan is survived by his wife, Linda of Ridgway, 3 daughters, Rolanda Hinton of New Haven, Mindy McGuire of Mt. Vernon, IN, and Melanie Dauby of Mt. Vernon, IN. 1 step son, Corey Lanier of China. 6 Brothers, Tom , Darren, and Ray McGuire all of Carmi, Il, Ron of Mt. Vernon, IN, Darrell of Enfield, IL and Roger of Alabama, 1 Sister, Connie Harrelson of Equality and 5 grandchildren, Paige Wilson, Damon Hinton, Jack Hinton, Haley Russell and Emma Jackson, he was also preceded by 2 brothers, Keith and Kelly McGuire and a sister Brenda McGuire.
Visitation for Dan will be on Wednesday, April 10, 2013 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the Cox & Son Funeral Home in Ridgway. His funeral service will be at the funeral home on Thursday, April 11, 2013 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Rob Gallion officiating assisted by Rev. Randy Davis. Interment will follow at the Oak Grove Cemetery in Cottonwood.
In lieu of flowers the family ask donations be made to help with expenses, envelopes will be available. You may leave a note of comfort to the family at www.coxandson.com
Pat Robinson
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Patricia A. “Pat” Robinson, lifelong resident of New Haven died at her home on Monday, April 08, 2013 surrounded by her family. Pat as most knew her was born in Eldorado, Il on September 11, 1951 to the late George and Florence (Clifford) Johnston. On June 11, 1971 she was married to John Robinson who preceded her in death in 1986. She was a homemaker, loved to Knit and Sew, always was full of life and quite the jokester. But her main love in life was her family and taking care of all the children. She will be missed so much.
Pat is survived by, 3 Sons, Rex Robinson of Brown, IL, David and Cody Robinson of New Haven, Il., 2 Daughters, May Robinson of New Haven, and Laura Coale of Carmi, IL., one Brother Gary Johnston of English, Indiana. Mother in Law, Margaret Beeler of Ridgway, 8 Grandchildren, Jacob Newman, Dylan Newman, Brooke Robinson, Katelyn Newman, Zachary Coale, Benton Robinson, John Robinson and Lyle Robinson. She was also preceded by a brother, Raymond Johnston.
A visitation for Pat will be on Thursday, April 11, 2013 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Cox & Son Funeral Home in New Haven. Per her request, she will then be cremated and she will inurned in the Union Ridge Cemetery near New Haven next to husband.
You may leave a note of comfort to the family at www.coxandson.com
Richard Brugger
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Richard L. Brugger, age 71 longtime resident of Shawneetown died Saturday, March 16, 2013 in Ferrell Hospital. Richard was born southeast of Ridgway on the family farm on February 24, 1942 to the late George and Pauline (Schoney) Brugger. He attended St. Joseph Grade School and Ridgway High School. Richard served his country during Vietnam in the U.S. Army. He worked most of his life on the farm. Richard was always a very kind and polite person and always very quiet. He loved to hike and explore in caves, really loved riding his motorcycle in years past. He was a good son, brother and uncle and will be missed.
Richard is survived by 2 brothers, Steve (Annette) Brugger of Ridgway and Ken Brugger of Ridgway. Many nieces and nephews. He is preceded also in death by 4 brothers, Michael, Charles, Donald and George.
Visitation for Richard will be on Sunday, March 17, 2013 at the Cox & Son Funeral Home in Shawneetown from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a prayer service at 7:00 PM. Funeral Mass for Richard will be on Monday, March 18, 2013 at 10:00 AM at the St. Mary’s Chapel of the St. Kateri Church in Shawneetown. Fr. Steven Beatty will celebrate and interment will follow in the St. Joseph Cemetery in Ridgway. Military rites will be accorded at the gravesite.
You may leave a note of comfort to the family at www.coxandson.com
Raymond Johnston
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Raymond L. Johnston, age 63 lifelong resident of New Haven, died Friday, March 15, 2013 in Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, IN. Raymond was born on May 30, 1949 in New Haven to the late George and Florence (Clifford) Johnston. He had worked his entire life as commercial truck driver mostly for Poshard Trucking out of Mt. Vernon, IN. He loved to fish and hunt and be around his family.
Raymond is survived by his children, Son, Raymond Johnston of New Haven, Daughters, Tracy Williams of New Haven and Carrie (Danny) White of Fairfield, IL. 13 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister, Patricia Robinson of New Haven and a brother, Gary Johnston of English, IN.
A visitation is being held on Sunday, March 17, 2013 at the Cox & Son Funeral Home in New Haven from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Per his wishes, he will then be cremated and his cremains will be inurned at Union Ridge Cemetery near New Haven.
You may leave a note of comfort to the family at www.coxandson.com
Woody Gauen
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Joseph Woodrow “Woody” Gauen, age 72 of Avon Park, Florida. A longtime Ridgway resident, died at his home surrounded by his family on Sunday, February 10, 2013. Woody was born in Ridgway, IL on March 6, 1940. He attended St. Joseph Grade School and Ridgway High School before graduating Southern Illinois University with a Bachelors Degree. Woody served his country in the United States Army and after the service became a successful Accountant before retiring. He was a member of the St. Kateri Catholic Church in Ridgway, the Ridgway American Legion as well as other organizations over the years. Woody enjoyed all sports and especially loved to play golf. He was a very kind and thoughtful man who liked to socialize with his friends. He was a good father, brother, son, grandfather and friend and will be missed.
Woody is survived by 2 sons, Timothy Bruce (Patricia) Gauen of Western Springs, IL and Thomas Brian (Marcella) Gauen of Naperville, IL. Grandchildren, Mitchell Gauen, Benjamin Gauen, Christopher Kostella, Meghan Gauen, Kelsey Gauen and Jack Gauen. Sister, Francee Pruett of Ridgway and a brother John Tom Gauen of Phoenix, AZ. Nephew, Chris Pruett and 2 nieces Holly and Lauren Pruett. Woody is also survived by his loving companion, Anne Ellis. He was preceded in death by Tyler and Frankie (Bahl) Gauen.
Visitation for Woody will be on Friday, February 15, 2013 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the Cox & Son Funeral Home in Ridgway where a prayer service will start at 5:00 PM. A funeral mass for Woody will be on Saturday February 16, 2013 at 10:30 AM at the St. Mary’s Chapel in Shawneetown. Fr. Steven Beatty will celebrate Mass and interment will follow in the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Ridgway with military rites.
In lieu of flowers the family ask that donations be made to the building fund of the new St. Kateri Church in his memory. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
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