Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home

03/16/2026

Thank you Auffenberg Chrysler of Herrin! We appreciate your help with our newest addition!

Congratulations to Keith Owens with Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home on the purchase of their new Chrysler Pacifica!

This Pacifica will be a great addition to their fleet and help them continue serving families in our community with care and professionalism. We’re grateful for the opportunity to earn your business.

Thank you again from Justin and the entire Auffenberg team! 🚗

03/11/2026

It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of Pauline "Pat" (South) Elders, age 97, of Herrin.

SERVICE DETAILS:
Visitation- Friday, March 13, 2026 from 11:00 am- 1:00 pm at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin

Funeral services-Friday, March 13, 2026, 1:00 PM at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home with Rev. Don Colson officiating

Burial will follow at Herrin City Cemetery

Memorial contributions may be directed to Hospice of Southern Illinois

Please click the following link for Pauline's Full Obituary Tribute:
https://www.rosadofuneralhomes.com/obituary/PaulinePatSouth-Elders

03/11/2026

Today is someone’s birthday. I won’t say who but she is the most caring person you will ever meet.

Happy birthday to our beautiful leader.

03/10/2026

Linda Rae Sexton-Gray, age 84, of Chester, formerly of Herrin, passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 5:00 AM at the Three Springs Lodge Senior Living Facility at Chester, Illinois.

She was born Monday, August 4, 1941 in Herrin, Illinois, a daughter of Charles Dan and Anita Ethel (Hopper) V***a. She married Gary Everett Sexton on July 23, 1976 in Marion. He preceded her in death. She married Bill Gray on May 15, 2000 in Paducah, Kentucky.

Linda worked as a registered nurse at Menard Correctional Center in Chester and the Veteran's Hospital in Marion, where she worked and received her Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. She was of protestant faith and a member of the Eagles Auxiliary Arie #3252 in Chester, the Illinois Nursing Association, and the American Nursing Association.

She is survived by her husband- Bill Gray; daughter- Debbie (Allan) Stilley of Roberts; best friend- Sherry (Justin Yount) Wilson of Chester and her son- Hayden Haslett; eleven grandchildren; four great grandchildren; sister- Charlotte V***a of Evansville, IN; former sister-in-law- Karen V***a of North Carolina; and a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents, first husband- Gary Sexton, son- Richard Sexton, brother- Dan V***a; and her granddaughter- Kristy Sexton.

Graveside services are currently pending and will be announced as details become available.

To leave an online condolence, please visit https://www.rosadofuneralhomes.com/obituary/Linda-Gray or call 618-942-3102 for more information. Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin is honored to serve the family.

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03/09/2026

In Loving Memory of Christopher Angelo Valentin

Private family services will be held.

We invite you to read Christopher's full obituary tribute here and leave an online condolence for the family:

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03/07/2026

It is with great sadness we report the passing of Theodore "Ted" Triplett.

Theodore "Ted" Triplett, born August 4, 1963, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones.

He was born Sunday, August 4, 1963 in Carbondale, Illinois, a son of Billy Joe and Marian Lucille (Gregge) Triplett. He married the love of his life, Gina Marie (Clancy) Triplett in Marion, on May 07, 2017.

Ted loved the St. Louis and Arizona Cardinals, Christmas, and spending time with family. Ted was a simple man who lived a full and happy life.

Ted was a longtime employee of General Dynamics in Marion and a Navy Veteran. He was known for his height, sense of humor, generous spirit, booming voice, and his beautiful baby blues. Ted was a loving brother, husband, father and grandfather.

He leaves behind his wife and best friend- Gina Marie Triplett; four sons- (twins) Jacob and Kaleb Triplett, Aaron Jones and fiance Therese O'Conner, and Casey and Honelyn Jones; daughter- Brianne Mitchell and fiance Edgar Valencia; four grandchildren- Harli Mitchell, Wyatt Wells, Luis Urias-Flores, and Carmilina Jones; four sisters- Vicki Delso, Sandy and Virgil Orendoff, Paula Triplett, and Pam Cole; brother-in-law and sister-in-law- Richard and Regina Clancy; and a host of extended family members and dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents- Marian and Billy Joe Triplett; three siblings- Kathy Allsop, Kelly Byrn, and Billy Triplett; and two brothers-in-law- Tom Cole and Arnold Delso.

Ted will be deeply missed by those he leaves behind.

Celebration of life services will be announced at a later date.

Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin is honored to serve the family. To leave an online condolence, please visit Ted's obituary link below or call 618-942-3102 for more information.
https://www.rosadofuneralhomes.com/obituary/TheodoreTed-Triplett

03/02/2026

Leah Rae Mullins, age 74, of West Frankfort, passed away peacefully at 6:45 pm on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

In following Leah's wishes, cremation rites will be accorded. While there will not be any formal services at this time, family and friends are encouraged to remember Leah in your own way, reflecting on the moments shared and the impact she had on your life.

Celebration of life services will be held at a later date. Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin is honored to have been called to serve the family.

Please click here to read Leah's full obituary tribute:
https://www.rosadofuneralhomes.com/obituary/Leah-Mullins

02/26/2026

Happy Anniversary to my beautiful wife. Vonda Robison- Rosado

She is so caring and intelligent. I’m so lucky.

02/20/2026

Brian Todd Hays, age 66, of Herrin, previously of Du Quoin, passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026 at his home in Herrin.

Graveside memorial services are pending and will be announced here as details become available.

Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin is honored to serve the family.

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02/19/2026

It is with great sadness we report the sudden and unexpected passing of K9 Officer Ryker Hicks, of the Cambria Police Department. K9 Ryker passed away Sunday, February 15, 2026 at his home. We extend our deepest condolences to K9 Ryker’s handler, Officer Travis Hicks, family, and all those who had the honor of working alongside him. The bond between a handler and their K9 partner is unlike any other, and this loss is felt deeply by his family and across the department and the community.

K9 Ryker, a Dutch Shepherd, served with the Cambria Police Department alongside his handler and partner, Officer Travis Hicks. Throughout his career, K9 Ryker demonstrated unwavering dedication, courage, and commitment to keeping his community safe. He was responsible for numerous narcotics seizures and successful tracks for suspects who had fled. K9 Ryker was more than a police dog - he was a friend, partner, and protector to Officer Hicks and the community he served. He loved playing with his kong, tug-of-war, and enjoying pup cups from Culvers while on duty. Above all, he loved working and serving alongside his handler and partner. Travis always felt safe knowing that Ryker had his back no matter what.

The community is invited to pay respects to K9 Ryker on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, in a funeral procession to honor his service. The procession will begin at 1:00 PM at the Cambria Police Department and end at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin, where cremation rites will take place.

Memorial services are being planned to remember K9 Ryker's life and honor him as the public servant and hero that he was. Service details will be shared as they become available.

K9 Ryker’s legacy of service will never be forgotten. Rest easy, faithful partner. Your watch is complete. He will be deeply missed by Officer Hicks, his family, and the community he served.

"Thank you for protecting me and saving me multiple times over the years. I will always love and miss you, my man." - Officer Travis Hicks

END OF WATCH: FEBRUARY 15, 2026
K9 OFFICER RYKER HICKS

Johnson-Hughes and Maxton-Rosado Funeral Homes are honored to serve K9 Officer Ryker Hicks, his family, department, and community.

CLICK HERE TO LEAVE AN ONLINE CONDOLENCE:
https://www.rosadofuneralhomes.com/obituary/K9OfficerRyker-Hicks

02/14/2026

At Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home, Valentine's Day looks a little different... but it's always a day to remember 💐.

We had the honor of hosting our annual Widows Luncheon, and it was truly the best Valentine's Day experience we could ask for. Surrounding these incredible widows with love, laughter, and support reminded us that even in grief, there is still so much to be grateful for.

To the widows who joined us, thank you for allowing us to share in your stories and celebrate the love that remains. You are not alone, and you are so loved ❤️. You have no idea what an inspiration you are!

To everyone, we hope you're feeling loved and cherished today.

02/14/2026

To my amazing wife: you are my home, my peace, and my greatest blessing. Getting to be your husband is the greatest privilege of my life—one I will never take for granted. Happy Valentine’s Day to the woman who makes every day better just by being in it.