Obituaries
Death of Thomas William Mullink
Thomas William Mullink, 69, of Mount Olive, IL died Tuesday, March 6, 2012 at his residence. He was born on November 8, 1942 in Bunker Hill, IL to Anton Jake Mullink & Kathryn (Sneeringer) Mullink. He married Jo Ann (Rice) Mullink on September 22, 1962 in Bunker Hill, IL and retired as an expert grinder from Olin.
He was a member of Church of the Ascension Choir of Mt. Olive, IL, associate member of Green Oaks Garden Club, Eucharistic Minister of St. Mary’s Church of Bunker Hill, IL, former member and treasurer of the K of C of Bunker Hill, IL, and a member of Godfrey Sportsmen’s Club.
Thomas enjoyed traveling with his wife and her sister, loveed gardening and working in his yard and of course his country classic music.
He is survived by spouse: Jo Ann Mullink of Mt. Olive, IL, two sons: Lance (Stacey) Mullink of White Hall, IL, Eric (Shireen) Mullink of Bunker Hill, IL, two daughters: Holly (Roger) Kingston of Frisco, TX, Erin (Paul) Foster of Frisco, TX, 13 grandchildren: Morgan Smith, Magdalene Mullink, Gabriel Mullink, Samuel Mullink, Austin Mullink, Quinten Mullink, Brayden Mullink, Kyle Kingston, Ashley Kingston, Sydney Kingston, Ethan Foster, Clay Foster, Logan Foster, two brothers: Leonard Mullink of Bunker Hill, IL, Gene Mullink of Bunker Hill, IL, six sisters: Lois Meehan of Bunker Hill, IL, Rosalia Rhodes of Bunker Hill, IL, Betty Scott of Bunker Hill, IL, Alice Greeling of Bunker Hill, IL, Jane Diestelhorst of Bunker Hill, IL, Ruth Ann Biermann, of Bunker Hill, IL, and sister in law: Betty Mullink of Carrollton, IL.
Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers: Harold Mullink, Jim Mullink, and Frank Mullink.
Visitation will be on Sunday, March 11, 2012 at Blessed John Paul II Church, Mt. Olive, IL from 3:00pm until 6:00pm.
The funeral mass is set for Sunday, March 11, 2012 at 6:00pm at Blessed John Paul II Church in Mt. Olive, IL. The service will be ministered by Fr. Larry Anshutz, Fr. Robert Porter, and Fr. Raphael Paul. Graveside Service will be Monday, March 12, 2012 at 10:00am at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Bunker Hill, IL.
The family suggests memorials be made out to American Heart Association or Blessed John Paul II Church in Mt. Olive, IL.
Anyone wishing to send an online condolence may do so at www.kravanyafuneral.com
Kravanya Funeral Home, Bunker Hill, IL is in charge of the arrangements.
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Ronald Harwell Johnson, 77 of Litchfield, passed away Monday, September 30, 2024, at 5:06 pm at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in O’Fallon, IL. He was born on August 9, 1947, in Litchfield, a son of Harwell C. and Alma Ruth (Sharp) Johnson.
Ron was a graduate of Litchfield Community High School in 1966. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and was stationed in Germany as an MP. He married the former Cinda Sue (Everett). They were married on July 7, 1969, at the First Baptist Church of Litchfield. Cinda passed away November 21, 2005. He then married the former Barbara Jean (Simmons) Jones on May 10, 2008, at their home in Litchfield and she survives.
Ron was self-employed and owner of Ron’s Floor Coverings with a 51-year career. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Litchfield for several years. He served as a deacon, trustee, and on the bus ministry. Ron also donated his time and talents on the church property committee. He enjoyed NASCAR racing, going to tractor shows, and traveling, especially, taking trips to Branson, Missouri.
Surviving are son, Kurt Johnson of Edwardsville; daughter, Jody (Jeffrey) Haas of Navarre, FL; two stepdaughters, Cheryl Barrall of Carbondale and Jennifer (John) Osmer of Rochester; three brothers, Jerald (Janice) Johnson of Crete, IL, Lloyd “Peanut” (Marci) Johnson of Litchfield, and Robert A. (Cathy) Johnson of Litchfield; sister, Carol (Robert) Sneed of Litchfield; four grandchildren, Lauren Smith, Nina Johnson, Hayden Dane Johnson, and Jeremy Allen Haas; three step-grandchildren, Mason, Griffin, and Weston Osmer; and two great-grandchildren, Hazel Lynn and Maverick Dean Austin.
In addition to his wife Cinda, Ron is proceeded in death by his parents and brother, Leslie Johnson.
Funeral services will be held Friday, October 4, 2024, at 12:00 Noon at the First Presbyterian Church of Litchfield. The reverend Gary J. Schwab will officiate. Burial will be at the Elmwood Cemetery in Litchfield. Visitation will be held Friday morning from 9:00 am until time of service at the church. The family suggests memorials to Hearts United. Plummer Funeral Home is serving the family.
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Cynthia Ann Mayberry, 62 of Litchfield, passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield. Ms. Mayberry was born on July 20, 1962, in Springfield a daughter of Alfred Lee and Carolyn (Eads) Mayberry.
She was employed as a factory worker. Ms. Mayberry enjoyed being a homemaker, taking pride in being a good cook, hosting holiday dinners, and collecting kitchen gadgets. She was a passionate gardener and each year she enjoyed teaching her children about plants and the importance of self-sufficiency. She also enjoyed sewing and crocheting.
Ms. Mayberry is survived by a son, Steve (fiancée Brooke Davis) Rigney of Litchfield; three daughters, Nikki (fiancé Damian Staley) Mayberry and Jesse Mayberry, both of Litchfield, and Ruby Mayberry of Virden; and a brother, Terry Mayberry of Springfield.
No services are planned at this time for Ms. Mayberry. Plummer Funeral Home in Litchfield is in charge of arrangements.
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James G. Zirkelbach, 65 of Benld, died at his residence on Monday, September 30, 2024, at 10:32 p.m. He was born on July 28, 1959, in Alton to James R. Zirkelbach and Carol Lawton Zirkelbach.
He married Bonnie S. Wallace Zirkelbach on July 10, 1995, in Carlinville. She preceded him in death on February 13, 2022. He was retired after having been the chief of police for Benld. James enjoyed his grandchildren and being outdoors.
He is survived by his daughters, Melissa Zirkelbach of Benld, Lindsay (Chris) Young of Benld, and Hilary Thomas of Benld; grandchildren, Blake Middleton, Marria Middleton, Hailey Young, Kennedi Isaacs, and Carter Young; great-grandchild, Savannah Middleton; siblings, Robert (Sandee) Zirkelbach of Carlisle, IA, Dennis (Julie) Zirkelbach of Eagarville, Mark (Sandy) Zirkelbach of Kemp, TX, Brad Zirkelbach of Wentzville, MO, Tracy (Bret) Werner of Hamel, Joan (Brent) Cain of Carlinville, and Kim (Jack) Burns of Benld; step mother, Mary Zirkelbach of Benld; and sister in law, Robbi Zirkelbach.
James was preceded in death by his parents; spouse; and brother, Brian Zirkelbach.
Friends may call on Friday, October 4, 2024, at Kravanya Funeral Home in Benld from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm. Memorial services will be held on Friday, October 4, 2024, at 12:00 pm at Kravanya Funeral Home in Benld.
Memorials are suggested to wishes of the family. Kravanya Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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