Jaclyn “Jackie” Marie Hepworth, 24, of Albers, IL, passed away on October 29th, 2015 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO. She was born on March 18th, 1991 in St. Louis, MO to Mike and Duanna Hepworth.
Jackie was an avid lover of sports during her early life and had played softball, basketball, and volleyball. As the years passed we found that Jackie’s true passion was her love for animals. Jackie would go out of her way to help if she knew there was an animal in trouble or hurt. She loved spending time with her friends and was constantly on the go. More than anything, Jackie enjoyed spending time with her family, especially playing with her two nieces Addison (5) and Leighton (4). As described by many of Jackie’s closest friends over the last 24 years of her life, Jackie was truly a bleeding heart. She would give the shirt off of her back and would do anything to help another person out. Her outgoing personality and willing to be-friend anyone, created the beautiful person we all knew and loved. Jackie will be missed dearly by her friends and family left here on Earth, but will always be watching over and protecting us. She would not want us to mourn her death, but celebrate her life. In order to honor that wish for Jackie, the family will be having a private gathering in celebration of her life.
Jackie is survived by her parents Mike and Duanna Hepworth of Albers, IL, her sister Mindy McCallister of Albers, IL, her nieces Addison and Leighton McCallister, her grandfather, John Hepworth of New Baden, IL, and numerous Aunts and Uncles.
Jackie was preceded in death by her sister, Christina Hepworth, her uncle, Todd Hepworth, grandfather, Duane Johnson, and grandmothers, Vera K. Hepworth and Nellie Johnson.
In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations be made to Belleville Humane Society and St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in Jackie’s honor.

Herbert Lee VanDyke, Sr. was born on September 17, 1946 to Aaron Jones

Patty died peacefully at home after a very extended illness. She was a hard working, stubborn and intense woman who worried and cared for everyone and everything in her life. She was an excellent seamstress in school (Fairfax High School); but not a very good student. She was very popular and liked to dance and go to parties. She loved Frank Sinatra and Clark Gable. She worked at Rexall Drugs, Bank of America and The Broadway over the course of the years; but her main work was always trying to take care of the various members of her family; with or without their cooperation. She was the caretaker for her parents, her husband and her sister through various illnesses and outlived all of them by many many years.

She had a series of dogs during her life that she loved deeply - Amber, Sweetie, Mugs, Butch, Suzie, Ginger, Betsy (her sister's dog that she kept for her). At the end, her companions were her faithful and busy Jack Russell dogs "Dr". Daphne and Zeus. They kept her entertained and were wonderful company for her.

Her primary caretaker for the last many months was Elizabeth (Betsy) Finn, R.N.. She did a remarkable job of doing all of the seemingly impossible tasks that come with nursing someone through the end stages of a disease. She surely was the what Patty had earned with all the care taking she did over the years for others. No one could have asked for more professional or loving care. No family could have asked for better peace of mind and relief after a long illness. Betsy was assisted by our long time family helper, Marlena; who also did a remarkable job of learning nursing skills in quick order to be able to do what needed to be done so we could keep Pat surrounded by familiar faces. We will be forever grateful to the team for what they have done for us.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Robert (Bob) Koshowsky and her sister, Marylou Rambo Rector. She is survived by her daughter, Ann Jensen and her husband, Daniel; as well as her niece, Marybeth Mascal and Marybeth's family: husband Joe, son Michael, daughter Beth and her husband Kenny and their children: Chloe and Jude.
Thanks to everyone for your support and concern over the years.

Donations may be made to The US Figure Skating Memorial Fund -
https://fs12.formsite.com/USFSAIT/form158/secure_index.html?1292512563333

Or the Alzheimer's Association (though I have to say - they were NO help AT ALL)
And you can Lobby to get custodial care for victims of this disease covered by Insurance.

As I leave my loved ones behind, I ask that you celebrate my life as if I were still with you. Words can't describe the joy I feel and how proud I am of my family. You've grown so much in these long years and I only hope that you continue to grow. I'll be watching as my children and grandchildren journey through life until the day you join me in heaven. Remember that I love you no matter what and you'll always be upmost in my mind and spirit. I love you all.

My condolences to the Benton/Wyrick family may your pain past swiftly and your memories last long.

We are utterly devastated by the loss of our Mum, Lady Veronica J. Edem, but we are grateful to God that whilst on earth, she lived an absolutely fantastic, exciting and fulfilling life.

As a teacher, Vice Principal, philanthropist and community leader, Mum's friendly, loving and strong caring character endeared everyone to her. To say that Mum was one of a kind would be an undeniable understatement. The generosity, humour and wisdom she shared are only a few examples of the incredible person she was.

Mum was a devout and charismatic Christian who loved singing. One of her best songs is Above All as done by Women of Faith. She achieved one of the most important goals in her life when she went on pilgrimage to Jerusalem. Whilst there, she walked along the paths that Jesus walked, sailed on the River Jordan, and amongst other faith enriching experiences, visited the tomb where Jesus was buried and resurrected.

Mum, there has not been and there will never be anyone like you. We shall forever cherish the memories of our times with you. We love you and miss you dearly. So, until we meet again at resurrection, may your gentle soul rest in perfect peace. Amen!

Please join us in paying tribute to our dear Mum as we celebrate a life well lived by taking a minute to post a message below. Also if you would like to support or donate to the bereaved family at this challenging time of grief, please click on the tab that says Donate in Memory. God Bless!

We love you with all the pieces of our hearts. May you rest in eternal peace.

James “Jimi” Harper, the man, the myth, the legend, but most of all
“HOLLYWOOD!” Jimi was born in 1947 in Selma, AL to Geraldine and James
Reynolds Harper, Sr. He “grew up” mostly in Birmingham, and graduated
from Banks High School in 1966. (Jimi never really grew up.) He
started at Auburn University in Auburn, AL with a wrestling
scholarship, transferred, and received his B.S. in Business
Administration in 1972. He married Barbara Jones in 1973, and they
stayed married for nearly 30 years. After serving in the U.S. Army
from 1979-1983, he eventually settled in Fort Walton Beach, FL and
raised their two children there. Jimi had many careers over the years
in advertising/marketing, and later with adults who have developmental
disabilities. In 2012, he came up with what would be his best idea
ever! Besides having children, of course. He packed his things and
moved to New Orleans, LA! Jimi always loved spontaneity and
adventure, and what better place for this than the Big Easy? He
seemed to have finally found his true calling there living in the
French Quarter working as an actor/movie extra. Jimi had the time of
his life living there and took full advantage of what the city has to
offer. He made many friends and surrounded himself with eclectic
people like himself. He was a most lively man who filled the room
with his presence. To say that he will be missed seems incredibly
cliché and dull, which was never him. His big, bright light has been
extinguished, but he lives on in our hearts through his family and
friends, but most of all through his fantastic stories. He is
survived by his parents, James and Sallie Harper of Dothan, AL; his
daughter and son in law, Melanie and Josh Mickey of Jacksonville, FL;
son and daughter in law, Jay and Amanda Harper of Panama City, FL;
sisters, Gerry Anne Woodward of Ocean Springs, MS and Debbie Hurst of
Huntsville, AL; brothers John Harper of Marietta, GA, Larry Harper of
Panama City, FL and Kevin Harper of Destin, FL; and his adoring
grandchildren Evan, Griffin, Yanni, Rica, and Sofia. Celebrations of
his amazing life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of
flowers and other gestures of sympathy, grab at least one friend, pour
a shot of Jameson Irish Whiskey for each, and yell Woo as you swig!

She was such a perfect girl she loved everybody she helped everybody she did whatever she can to please everyone and now she's gone please watch over us nana

Cornelius David Brown, Lovingly known by most as C.D. went to be with our Heavenly Father on October 23, 2015 at the age of 69. He was at home in Linwood North Carolina surrounded by his family.
Cornelius was a loving Father and Son. He is survived by his children: David Sullivan Brown of Montour Falls, NY, Tammy Marie (James Francis) Woodard of Linwood, NC, Cornelius Steven Brown of Rochester, NY and Bonnie Lou Reynolds of Water Valley, KY. He had six grandchildren: Brittany Lucille (Woodard) White of Asheboro, NC, James Francis Woodard III of Linwood, NC, Ashley Alexis Roude of Long Island, NY, Robert Simpson Woodard of Linwood, NC, Jessica Nicole Reynolds of Frankfort, KY, Courtany Lynn Reynolds of Berea, KY. He had three great grandchildren: Paytin Rose Hamlin and Bella White both of Linwood, NC. He was preceded in death by Dakota James Woodard. He had one true love, Bonnie Marie (Grover) Brown of Trumansburg, NY.
He was also survived by his Mother Beatrice Brown of Montour Falls, NY, two sisters Bertha Deberardinis and Laura Couch, four brothers AJ Brown Jr, Merwin Brown, Joe Brown, Marvin Brown.
Your will forever be in our hearts Dad. We miss you already.