With solemn reverence, we commemorate Darwin Pierson of Murphysboro, Illinois, born in Princeton, Illinois, whose life came to an end on May 13, 2024 at the age of 81, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Vernon Pierson and Grace "Darlene" Pierson (Riley); his wife Connie Mae Anderson; his daughter Candace Pierson-DeShazo; and his brothers, Gerald Pierson and Stanley Brieser.

He is survived by : his children, Dr. Kendall H. Pierson (Satjeet) of Albuquerque, NM, Dr. Lynae A. Pierson (Stephen Kovach) of Galloway, OH and Suzanne Pierson (Kevin Doyle) of Edwardsville; and his grandchildren, Logan Pierson, Kira Mangam, Kaeleigh Kovach, Kaliapi Kovach, Andrew Doyle and Benjamin DeShazo.

Visitation was held on Monday, May 20th 2024 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Grant-Johnson Funeral Home (30 W Mechanic St, Princeton, IL 61356). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, May 21st 2024 at 10:00 AM at the same location.

Memorials may be directed to the Candace Pierson-DeShazo Memorial Scholarship at Bureau Valley High School.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Grant-Johnson Funeral Homes, Inc.