Timothy Ray Carrel

Timothy Ray Carrel, 38, of Marion passed away at Home on April 30, 2003 at 5:57 P.M. He was born on May 27, 1964 in St. Louis, MO to Bill M. and Betty (Riggs) Carrel, they survive him. He studied at Southern Illinois University School of Music, Marjorie Lawrence Opera Theater, and received his Masters Degree from Southern Illinois University in Music Education. He received his Bachelors Degree in Music Education from Olatha Kansas. He was a member of the Metropolitan Opera Guild in New York City. Survivors include: Parents: Bill & Betty Carrel-Marion Grandmother: Norma Carrel- Malden, MO Brother: Billy David Carrel-Marion Brother: Jerrison Paul Carrel-Marion Many Aunts & Uncles, Cousins and Friends He was preceded by grandmother, Viola (McElrath) Riggs, grandfathers, Hallet Riggs and Marion Carrel. Per his wishes his body will be cremated. A Memorial Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, May 4, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. the Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home, with the Dr. Bud Peyton and Rev. Paul Lee officiating. Visitation will be held from 12:00 until time of service on Sunday at the Funeral Home. Burial of his cremains will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery in Marion. Memorial Contributions may be made to Hospice of Southern Illinois and envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home. To sign the memorial guests registry or for more information, please visit us at www.hughesfuneralhomes.com