Julie Ann Matsel

   Julie Ann (Mallette) Matsel, 68, of Carmi, IL, passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025, in Evansville, IN. She was born on November 14, 1957, the daughter of Delbert Gene and Wanda Ilene (Dosher) Mallette. Julie attended and graduated from Carmi Community High School in 1975. She married Rod Matsel on April 7, 1984, and together they shared over 41 years of marriage.

   Julie worked as a dental hygienist briefly before devoting all her time to caring for her family. She also helped Rod manage their multiple rental properties. She was a member of First Christian Church in Carmi, and made friendships that would last a lifetime. She loved being outdoors, working around the house and tending to her flower beds. Julie enjoyed cooking and organizing rummage sales. She especially loved taking care of and spending time with family and friends.

   Julie is survived by her husband, Rod Matsel of Carmi, children, Lukas (Tiffany) Matsel of Mt. Vernon, IN and Kyle (Franny) Matsel of Newburgh, IN; her mother, Wanda Mallette of Carmi, IL; siblings, Jeanne (Larry) Ackerman of Mt. Carmel, IL, Steve (Jimmie) Mallette of Carmi, IL, and Stan (Ginger) Mallette of Carmi, IL; grandchildren, Andrew, Lilly, along with one due this week and another in April; special friend, Diana Lamp; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father.

   Funeral services for Julie Ann Matsel, 68, of Carmi, will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 29, 2025 at Campbell Funeral Home. Burial will follow at White County Memorial Garden. Friends and family may visit on Friday, November 28, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Campbell Funeral Home in Carmi. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Julie's memory to White County Memorial Garden, and will be accepted at Campbell Funeral Home or by mail to 609 W. Main St., Carmi, IL 62821.