Melba (McMannis) Easterly Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Melba (McMannis) Easterly of Murphysboro, Illinois, whose life came to an end on May 13, 2025 at the age of 74, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Melba (McMannis) Easterly or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Walter E. McMannis and Ruby I. McMannis (Reames); her siblings, Roberta Norton, Alfred Leon McMannis, Eddie McMannis and Kenny McMannis; and her close friend Rick Hale.
She is survived by: her sons, Walter Easterly (Tracy) and Kyle Easterly; her grandchildren, Hannah Easterly, Ethan Easterly, Kelsie Easterly and Collin Hale; her siblings, Floyd McMannis (Jean), Lyle McMannis (Sarah) and Aleatha "Mae" Law; and her niece Sheila Bennett. She is also survived by other nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Visitation was held on Monday, May 19th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Crain Funeral Home - Downtown Murphysboro (1421 Walnut St, Murphysboro, IL 62966). A funeral service was held on Monday, May 19th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Monday, May 19th 2025 from 1:45 PM to 2:15 PM at 137 Murdale Gardens Rd, Murphysboro, IL 62966.
