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Josephine Ragsdale

South Roxana |

Josephine Ragsdale, 78, passed away 7:05 p.m. Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at OSF St. Anthony's Health Center in Alton.

Born on September 15, 1936 in Russellville, KY, she was the daughter of William Irven and Rev. Essie May (Abston) Carlisle.

She had worked for housekeeping for St. Anthony's Hosital and then for Tyler's Professional Cleaning Service before retiring.

On June 19, 1959 in Wood River, she married Harold Carnell Ragsdale.  He died December 13, 1986.

Surviving are two daughters, Donna Jo Ragsdale and Brenda (Harry) Large all of South Roxana; three grandchildren, Robert Haley) Large, Suzzette Large, Robin (Anthony) Taylor; two great grandchildren, Addison Taylor, Haddley Large; two brothers, Charles D. Carlisle of East Alton, Kenneth W. Carlisle of Bethalto; and many special niece, nephews and extended family members.

Preceding her in death were her parents; husband; great granddaughter, Haidyn Large; five brothers, Paul "Jr.", J.W., Robert, Lemmie Ray and james Carlisle; two sisters, Lucille and May Belle; and two siblings in infancy.

Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Friday at Marks Mortuary in Wood River where services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday.  Pastor Timothy Keller will officiate.

Burial will follow in Rose Lawn Memory Gardens in Bethalto.


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