Leslie R. Cullum

Marion- Leslie Renee Cullum, 22, of Marion, IL passed away at 6:55pm on Friday December 31, 2004 as a result of an automobile accident. Leslie was born August 6, 1982 in Herrin, IL to Jerry Cullum and Lisa Mandrell. She attended Marion High School, where she had many friends in life. Miss Cullum enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and was an avid animal lover. She was proud of her three dogs, Justice Marie, Stevie Lynn, and Sabastian Ray. She also had one cat, Midnight. Survivors include- Mother- Lisa Mandrell- Marion, IL Father- Jerry Cullum- Johnston City, IL 3 Brothers- Jason Ray Hood- Herrin, IL Tony Brooke- Florida Jerry D. Cullum- Vienna, IL 2 sisters- Angel Cullum- Vienna, IL Jamie Lee Cullum- Vienna, IL Maternal Grandparents- Glen and Betty Dunn- West Frankfort, IL Paternal Grandparents- Larry and Brenda Cullum- Johnston City, IL Nephew- Jason Taylor Hood- Herrin, IL Aunts and Uncles- Wendy Carmickle- Marion, IL Sheila Cullum- Johnston City, IL Steve and Shelly Cullum- West Frankfort, IL Frankie Dunn- West Frankfort, IL Cousins- Raven Helsley- Marion, IL Tamara Calvert- West Frankfort, IL Steven Cullum- West Frankfort, IL Candice Cullum- West Frankfort, IL Brendon Jude and Haley Dunn Also included in Leslies life were some very special people that are considered extended family: Eeron, Sheila, Cheyenne, and Sierra Stultz of Marion, IL; Amanda Groves of Herrin; Larry (Bear) Adams of Marion; Brad Frazier of Herrin and many other friends. Her family is greatly saddened by the abrupt loss of Leslie and she will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Leslies family would like to express their gratitude to all of those who have helped them through their loss. Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Memorial services will be held Tuesday January 4, 2005 at 11:00am at Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home with the Rev. Dan Smith officiating. Visitation will be held from 9:00am until the time of services on Tuesday at the funeral home. For more information or to sign the guest register, please visit www.hughesfuneralhomes.com