William “Bill” Vaughn, age 82, of Carbondale, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025, at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale with his beloved family by his side.
Bill was born on March 11, 1943, in Carbondale to the late William Ronald Sr. and Mary Alice (Lockabee) Vaughn. On August 29, 1963, he married the love of his life, Joyce Hicks, and together they shared more than 62 wonderful years of marriage built on faith, love, and family.
A man of great heart and devotion, Bill had a deep passion for sports and coaching. He especially loved playing and coaching softball. One of his proudest moments was leading the DeSoto 4-H team to a state championship—a memory he cherished dearly. Above all, Bill’s greatest joy in life was his family. He was a proud and loving father who never missed a moment to cheer on his sons and grandchildren, especially when it came to motocross racing with his sons.
Bill and Joyce shared a love of adventure and spent countless joyful days traveling the country in their motorhome, camping and exploring the beauty of the United States together.
Bill leaves behind his loving wife, Joyce Vaughn of Carbondale; his devoted children: Jeff (Tammy) Vaughn and Marty (Amber) Vaughn, both of Carbondale; his cherished grandchildren: Taylor Vaughn (Luc Damian), Brendan Vaughn (Larkyn Rexroat), Ryleigh Vaughn, Marritt Vaughn, and Mason Vaughn; and great-grandchildren: Kai Qualls, Grayson Damian, and Bennett Damian, all of Carbondale. He is also survived by his siblings: Walter Vaughn and Bernice (Bob) Davenport of Carbondale; sisters-in-law: Norma Langan of Carbondale and Lynn Biggs of Florida; nieces and nephews: Shannon (Doug) Anderson of Florida; Sherry Swalek of Texas, Lex Nausley, and Michelle Mason of Carbondale, Mike and Kathy Shackleton of DeSoto, Illinois and Patrick and Nettie Langan of Carbondale.
He was preceded in death by his parents and nephew, Rusty Biggs.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Murdale Baptist Church in Carbondale. Funeral services will follow at 1:00 p.m. with Reverend Paul Hicks officiating. Interment will be held at Murdale Gardens of Memory in Murphysboro.
Bill’s life was one filled with love, laughter, and unwavering dedication to those he held dear. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know him.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Murdale Baptist Church, 2701 West Main Street Carbondale, Illinois 62901.
Walker Funeral Home and Crematory of Southern Illinois have been entrusted with arrangements.
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Cheryl Anderson says
July 8, 2025 at 3:14 pmBill was such a great guy. I’ve always enjoyed kidding around with him and Joyce. He will be sorely missed. My love and prayers go out to Joyce and all of the family.
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In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to:
Murdale Baptist Church
2701 West Main Street
Carbondale, Illinois 62901