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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 2011
Page
17
Classic and antique auto and truck parts swap meet and car corral run from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds. Contact 618-687-2235 for details.
Dozens of landmarks in Illinois dimmed their lights from 8 30 to 9 30 p m as part of Earth Hour organized by the World Wildlife Fund. The event aims to show commitment to sustainability with participation from 133 countries and thousands of cities.
Henry Alexander Webb died at 3 20 p m Tuesday March 15 2011 in Union County Hospital He was born September 19 1915 in Mounds son of Chester and Margaret Webb He enjoyed farming and is survived by two daughters Delaine Moreland of Cobden and Catherine Ann Webb of Carbondale many grandchildren and great grandchildren a sister and Margaret Watson of Indiana He was predeceased by his parents one son Ronald Webb one grand daughter and two brothers Services were private Crain Funeral Home Ullin handled arrangements Online condolences at www.crainsonline.com
NASHVILLE Marion Kania died at 3 37 a m Saturday March 26 2011 at St Marys Good Samaritan Hospital in Aount Vernon aged 87 years 7 months 12 days He was born August 14 1923 in Du Bois son of Charles and Louise Kania Sr He married Arlene Lamczyk on August 30 1947 He was a WWII Navy veteran a Nashville VFW member and active in local church and community groups Left to mourn are his wife two sons seven grandchildren six great grandchildren and many relatives Friends may view online condolences at Campagna Funeral Home site. The notice also lists other obituary items from Mounds Harrisburg and nearby communities.
Brenda Nehring organizes the event noting it is education focused rather than a pure fundraiser. More than 200 participants received packets with information, a home test kit, and boxer shorts to wear during the race to remind them to get screened. Lauren Kirkland of Southern Illinois University Carbondale joined in memory of her great grandfather who died from colon cancer.
Early detection makes colon cancer more treatable and prevention hinges on removing precancerous polyps. Talk with a doctor about regular screening. African-Americans face higher rates and death from colorectal cancer. reduce risk by quitting tobacco, staying active, healthy weight, fruits and vegetables, and limiting red meat. Information: 800 227 2345 or cancer.org/colon.
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