Randy Carl Short, of Norris City, IL, was escorted into Heaven on December 19, 2020 at 3:30 AM. He was surrounded by people he loved. Born to Carl and Juanita Short on February 10, 1957 in McLeansboro, IL. Randy spent his life working hard, loving his family and serving people around the world. He was a wonderful husband, devoted father and incredible “Pops.” He will be deeply missed by his wife, Jennie (Sidwell) of 42 years, his three daughters, Kara (H.L.) Hussmann, Meagan Short, Abbie (Dylan) Martin, his five grandchildren, Siler, Alaina, Judson, and Riggs Hussmann and Mercy South, brothers Rick (Jill), Rance, Paul (Joy) and his many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Carl and mother, Juanita.