Betty Jean (Bailey) Prowell

Betty Jean Prowell, age 85, of Elkville, passed away at 12:30pm on Thursday, September 2, 2021 at her home in Elkville, surrounded by her loving family.

Betty was born in Carbondale on Christmas Day, December 25, 1935, the daughter of Thomas and Eulah "Dee" (Cross) Bailey. She married William Joseph Prowell in Kentucky in 1952. He preceded her in death on April 23, 1971.

Betty knew the value of working hard. She had worked at the shoe factory in Murphysboro as well as the Gilster-Mary Lee Plant. Even more so, Betty knew the value of a loving family. She cherished her family and time spent with them.

Survivors include her children- 

Daughter- Pamela Jean Vaughn of Elkville

Son and daughter-in-law- William E. and Debra Prowell of Marion

Son- Joseph Dean and Carla Prowell of Ava

Daughter- Claudia Sue Rheinecker of DeSoto

Seven Grandchildren- Tina Marie Braden

     Thomas A. Vaughn

     Melissa Denise Prowell

     William Joseph Prowell

     Jennifer Hagene

     Joseph Dean Prowell, Jr.

     Sarah Manus

Several Great Grandchildren

Brother- Tom Bailey of DeSoto

Brother- Claude Bailey of California

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sisters- Nema Reese and Blanche Long, and her precious great-great grandson- Callen Michael Prowell.

As per her wishes, cremation rites will be accorded. Memorial services to celebrate Betty’s life will be held at 4:00pm on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Maxton-Rosado Funeral Home (11 S. Hickory Street; Du Quoin, IL 62832). A time of visitation will be held from 2-4pm on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Maxton-Rosado Funeral Home in Du Quoin.

For those who prefer, memorial donations may be made to the SIH Cancer Center (1400 Pin Oak Drive; Carterville, IL 62918). Envelopes will be available and accepted at Maxton-Rosado Funeral Home; 11 S. Hickory Street; Du Quoin, IL 62832.  To donate online please visit SIH Cancer Institute. For more information, or to sign the online guest register, please visit www.maxtonrosado.com or call (618) 542-2020. 

Due to the Covid 19 Pandemic, social distancing and mask usage will be required. We at Maxton-Rosado Funeral Home recognize this is difficult for families who are grieving the death of a loved one but ask for your understanding during this challenging time. We will continue to do all we can to help families understand the options they have for commemorating the life of a loved one in a manner that is safe for everyone involved.

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