Our Obituaries
John Michael Green
September 1, 1945 - June 19, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Rosemary E. Pray
July 27, 1931 - June 17, 2017
Rosemary Elizabeth Pray, nee Kelley, 85, of Fairview Heights, Illinois, born, July 27, 1931, in Flint, Michigan, passed away peacefully, Saturday, June 17, 2017 in Maryville, Illinois with her loving family by her side.Rosemary was a jewel to all who knew and loved her. She married the love of her life on, June 14, 1952 and to this union brought 6 children. She worked in the St Elizabeth's...
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David L. Grohs
February 9, 1943 - June 10, 2017
David L. Grohs, 74, of Belleville, Ill., born February 9, 1943 in Belleville, passed away on June 10, 2017 at his residence. Mr. Grohs was a true public servant, serving his community in many different capacities. Beginning his police career as a Patrolman for the Caseyville Police department, he later advanced to Senior Patrolman of the Marshal Program. Mr. Grohs also served as Chief Arson...
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Lester W. Smith
July 6, 1944 - June 9, 2017
Lester W. Smith, also known as "Stinky the Clown", 72, of Fairview Heights, IL peacefully passed away at his residence on June 9, 2017 at 12:05 a.m. surrounded by family and with the love of his life, Peggy J. Smith, lying beside him. Lester was born July 6, 1944 in Vincennes, IN to Flo Maxine Schultz and Ralph Smith. He married Peggy Cox on September 27, 1974.Mr. Smith was a member of S.E.C.A....
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Joyce Ann Galvez
December 29, 1960 - June 4, 2017
Joyce A. Galvez, nee Cleaton, 57, 0f Collinsville, Illinois, born December 29, 1960, in East St. Louis, Illinois, passed away Sunday, June 4, 2017 in St. Louis, Missouri. Joyce was a fun-loving individual with a wonderful sense of humor. She loved her family and treasured her time spent with them. She enjoyed bingo and going thrift shopping; the thrill of a bargain or finding a hidden gem...
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Raymond D. May
July 6, 1942 - June 4, 2017
Raymond D. May, Sr. 74, of O'Fallon, IL, born July 6, 1942 in Spring Creek, TN, passed away on June 4, 2017 in St. Louis, MO.Mr. May retired as a Master Sergeant after 26 years of dedicated service in the U. S. Air Force. He was also a veteran of the Viet Nam war. Ray attended the public schools in Jackson TN and Lane College, where he became a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. in 1962....
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Robert L. Frisse
April 30, 1941 - June 1, 2017
Robert L. Frisse Sr., 76, of Caseyville, Illinois, born April 30, 1941, in East St Louis, Illinois, passed away Thursday, June 1, 2017 in Shiloh, Illinois with his loving family by his side.Robert was a proud, diligent and devoted man who served his community, family and friends with a sense of pride and with an abundance of love and courage that will never leave their hearts. He had a...
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Joan June Wilburn
June 8, 1928 - May 30, 2017
Joan June Wilburn (nee Evans), 88, of Swansea, Illinois, born, June 8, 1928 in East St Louis, Illinois, transitioned to her eternal life Tuesday, May 30, 2017 surrounded by love from near and afar. Joan was truly a jewel to all who knew and loved her. Our Mom/Aunt Joan was the matriarch of a large extended family. We wondered at first how we would get along without her, but her example, strength...
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Ann M. Hotson
November 9, 1934 - May 24, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Anthony Raymond Vasques
November 28, 1963 - May 24, 2017
Anthony "Ray" Vasques, 53, of Swansea, Illinois, born November 28, 1963, in Granite City, Illinois, passed away, Wednesday, May 24, 2017, in St. Louis, Missouri. Ray enjoyed playing video games with his children and grandchildren. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother, who will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his father, Danny L....
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Edna A. Briley
February 21, 1928 - May 24, 2017
Edna Aleen Briley, nee Vaugh, 89, peacefully entered into rest at her daughter's home in Arnold, MO on Wednesday, May 24. Edna was born on February 21, 1928 to Samuel Allen and Blanche, nee Scott, Vaugh and raised in rural Ste. Genevieve County, MO.Edna was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Anna Lee (Harold) Mouser, Dorothy Forsythe, Jeanie (Bob) Greeson; and her husband, Glenwood E....
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Glen E. Carroll
February 23, 1928 - May 23, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Mary Jean Rogers
March 31, 1958 - May 22, 2017
Burial arrangements under the direction of Lake View Memorial Gardens.
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Albertina Marie Dressel
November 21, 1922 - May 22, 2017
Albertina "Abbie" M. Dressel (nee Glaus) 94, of Swansea, Illinois, entered her heavenly home on May 22, 2017. She was greeted by her husband Harold, son David, sister Katherine (Victor) Reinhardt, parents Louis N. and Johanna M. (nee Strack) Glaus, and other family members and friends that preceded her. She was born on November 21, 1922 in O'Fallon, Illinois. She is survived by her devoted...
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Delores Jean Roberts
July 4, 1929 - May 20, 2017
Delores Jean Roberts, 87, known as Jean to family and friends, born in Millstadt, IL on July 4, 1929, passed away on May 20, 2017 in Columbia, IL. She graduated from Belleville Township High School in 1947 and married Elmer "Buddy" Roberts, Jr. on June 25, 1950.Jean and Buddy lived in Belleville where they raised their two sons, Barry and Stacy. Jean served as room mother and Cub Scout den...
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Lois CLARK
March 24, 1929 - May 18, 2017
Lois Clark, nee Doran, 88, of Belleville, Illinois, born March 24, 1929, in Granite City Illinois, passed away Thursday, May 18, 2017, in Belleville, Illinois.Lois enjoyed country western music and loved to line dance. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, who will truly be missed by all who knew and loved her.She was preceded in death by her first husband, James D. Clark;...
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Janet Mildred Kohlmeier
August 24, 1943 - May 17, 2017
Janet Mildred Kohlmeier (nee Koderhandt), 73, of Belleville, Illinois, born, August, 24, 1943, passed away, Wednesday, May 17, 2017, in Saint Louis, MO. Janet was a jewel to all who knew and loved her. She had a vivid personality and outgoing character. Janet married the love of her life, Willard Kohlmeier, on October 5, 1961 and to this union brought three children. She had a creative niche and...
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Gary Risman
December 5, 1958 - May 14, 2017
Gary Stephen Risman, 58, of St. Jacob, Illinois, born on December 5, 1958 in Granite City, Illinois passed away on Sunday, May 14, 2017 in Highland, Illinois. Gary proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corp. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed deer hunting. He was also a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association. He was a loving husband, father, brother, and friend,...
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Richard Keith Schneidewind
March 29, 1965 - May 11, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Robert Raymond Wilke
January 13, 1930 - May 9, 2017
Robert R. Wilke, 87, of Belleville, Ill., born January 13, 1930 in Belleville, passed away on May 9, 2017 at St. Elizabeth's Hospital.Mr. Wilke was a member of the Men's 700 Bowling Club; a veteran of the U.S. Army who proudly served during the Korean War; and a lifetime member of VFW Post 1739 in Belleville. He was a retiree from Illinois Power Co. and in his free time he enjoyed working in...
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Mae B. MUELLER
May 28, 1928 - May 8, 2017
Burial arrangements under the direction of Lake View Memorial Gardens.
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Marcella Marie Signorino
May 14, 1928 - May 5, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Erees O. Awwad
November 15, 1956 - May 3, 2017
Burial arrangements under the direction of Lake View Memorial Gardens.
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Willard F. Etling
December 19, 1921 - May 1, 2017
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Richard T. Richmond
May 16, 1933 - April 26, 2017
Richard T. Richmond, 83, of Belleville, Ill., born May 16, 1933 in Parma, Ohio passed away on April 26, 2017 at his residence.Mr. Richmond was member of the United States Air Force and the American Legion. Starting out at United Press International as a news photographer, he moved quickly to become a bureau manager. After graduating from Washington University he transferred to the St. Louis...
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William Wayne Thomas
February 22, 1948 - April 25, 2017
William Thomas, 69, born on February 22, 1948 in Houston, Mississippi, passed away in Fairview Heights on April 25, 2017.William was a loving husband for over 30 years, in addition to being an honorable member of the Navy for over a decade. Throughout his service, he served in the Vietnam War, and received a Bronze star and a combat action ribbon. He also participated actively in scuba diving...
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Beulah F. McCoy
October 20, 1927 - April 25, 2017
Beulah (Bea) McCoy, 89, born October 20, 1927 in Tamalco, IL, she passed away on April 25, 2017 in Belleville, IL.Bea was a member of the Cornerstone Christian Church, and loved birds, flowers, and playing the guitar. She was preceded in death by her husband John McCoy; son Daniel McCoy; her two brothers, and seven sisters; and her great grandchild, Sawyer Lackey.She is survived by her loving...
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Zella Mae Colwell
March 12, 1936 - April 25, 2017
Zella Mae Colwell, 81, born on March 12, 1936 in Donaldson, Arkansas, passed away in Collinsville on April 25, 2017. Zella was a part of the Caseyville Baptist Church, and had a passion for horses and the people in her life as well. She was always taking care of others and she was known to her family as the most generous person in the world. Zella was preceded in death by her husband Roy...
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Wanona Baker
January 5, 1927 - April 20, 2017
Burial arrangements under the direction of Lake View Memorial Gardens.
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Miriam Fietsam
August 7, 1929 - April 10, 2017
Miriam Fietsam, nee Runkwitz, 87 of Belleville, Ill., born August 7, 1929 in Belleville, Ill., passed away on April 10, 2017 in Freeburg, Ill.Miriam was a long time member of St. Paul's U.C.C. and was in the church choir. In her free time she loved to play golf with her husband and friends. Above all, she was a loving wife, grandmother, great-grandmother and the greatest Mom ever! She will be...
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George Franklin Dill
July 31, 1931 - April 9, 2017
George Franklin Dill, 85, of Collinsville, Il, formerly of Marshall, Il, passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2017, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on July 31, 1931, and 27 years later, married the love of his life, Jacquelyn, at St. John Lutheran Church in Maryville, IL, on June 15, 1958. George was a thoroughbred horse trainer for most of his life, where he traveled to multiple...
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Philomena Mathis
October 10, 1937 - April 5, 2017
Philomena "Thelma" Mathis, 79, of Godfrey, Illinois, born on October 10, 1937 in East St. Louis, Illinois, died on April 5, 2017 at United Methodist Village in Godfrey, Illinois with her devoted family at her side. Philomena was a longtime member of Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, where she was a certified lay speaker. She retired after 32 years as an Office Supervisor for Illinois...
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Joseph Louis Potwora
March 18, 1929 - April 3, 2017
Joseph Louis Potwora Sr., 88, of Caseyville, Illinois, born, March 18, 1929, in East St.Louis, Illinois, passed away, Monday, April 3, 2017, in his home of 46 years in Caseyville, Illinois.Joseph possessed a hardworking character and dedicated persona. He took great pride in providing for his family and instilling values for generations to come. Joseph worked at B+O (Baltimore and Ohio) Railroad...
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Alma Martha Hatzl
November 3, 1920 - March 30, 2017
Alma M. Hatzl, 96, of Belleville, Illinois, born, November 3, 1920, in East St Louis, Illinois, passed away, March 30, 2017 in Belleville, Illinois.Alma was a jewel to all who knew and loved her. She enjoyed watching her favorite baseball team play, the Chicago Cubs, especially getting the chance to see them win a world series, playing bingo and had a creative niche for quilting. Alma was...
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Charles H. Campbell
September 4, 1929 - March 30, 2017
Charles H. Campbell, 87, of Collinsville, Ill., born September 4, 1929 in Hohenwald, Tenn., passed away on March 30, 2017 at his residence.Mr. Campbell was a member of the Baptist faith and the United Automobile Workers, Region 5. In his free time he loved hunting, fishing, and gardening.and anything that involved being outdoors!He was preceded in death by his first wife of 46 years, Helen, nee...
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Lawrence J. Borowiak
January 23, 1942 - March 30, 2017
Lawrence J. Borowiak, 75, of O'Fallon, Ill., born Jan.23, 1942 in Nashville, Ill., passed away on March 30, 2017 at Memorial Hospital in Belleville.Larry proudly served his country by 23 years of dedicated service in the U.S. Air Force. He was a veteran of the Viet Nam war and retired as a Master Sergeant. Mr. Borowiak was a member of St. Nicholas Catholic Church in O'Fallon as well as a member...
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Lyle Aaron Grover
August 26, 1930 - March 30, 2017
Lyle Aaron Grover, 86, of O'Fallon, Illinois, formerly Springfield, Illinois, born, August 26, 1930, in Auburn, Pennsylvania, passed away, Thursday, March 30, 2017 in Belleville, Illinois with his family by his side.Lyle was a devoted husband and father and took much pride in his family and loved ones. He married the love of his life, Darlene Barrow, on June 5, 1954 and to this union brought...
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Ralph F. Klein
July 27, 1929 - March 30, 2017
Ralph F. Klein, Jr., 87, of Fairview Heights, Ill., born July 27, 1929 in Lawton, Okla., passed away March 30, 2017 in Shiloh, Ill.Mr. Klein was a member of Sterling Baptist Church and the Gideons International. Professionally, he was an Electrical Engineer with Bell Telephone. He retired from AT&T after 42 years of dedicated service.He was preceded in death by his first wife V. "Beth", nee...
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William Mayberry
November 20, 1926 - March 28, 2017
William Mayberry, Jr., 90, of St. Louis, MO, born, November 20, 1926, in Paragould, Arkansas, passed away, Tuesday, March 28, 2017, in St. Louis, Missouri. William honorably served his country in three branches of the military; the Army, Air Force, and Marine Corp. He was a member of the Collinsville First Assembly of God, which is now Revive Church in Collinsville, Illinois. He was very...
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Joann GALAN
January 26, 1925 - March 27, 2017
Giovanna "Joann" Licari Galan, 92, was born at home on January 26, 1925, in St. Louis, Missouri, passed away March 27, 2017 in Torrington, Connecticut. Joann was the third of five daughters of the Late Vincenzo Licari and Vita (Parrinello) Licari. She married in 1949 and was the wife of the late William O. Galan for 52 years. She is survived by her two sons, Michael J. (Maria Arabela) Galan of...
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Janet M. Clinton
October 23, 1924 - March 26, 2017
Janet M. Clinton of O'Fallon, a longtime resident of Belleville, passed away on March 26, 2017 at the age of 92.She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Harold Clinton; children, David (Doris) Clinton and Ann (Jim) Dorn; grandchildren, Nancy (Will) Harrison, Peter (Elizabeth) Dorn and Jeff Telford; 5 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law Ruth Kunstman and Priscilla Morse as well as many nieces...
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Ruth Alice Spaniel
April 20, 1936 - March 24, 2017
Ruth Alice nee Nevinger Spaniel, 80, of Smithton, IL, born April 20, 1936, in Greenville, IL, passed away peacefully, Friday, March 24, 2017.She married Frank "Sonny" Spaniel on October 24, 1959 at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Collinsville and he preceded her in death on October 5, 2015. Also, preceding her in death are her parents, Harry and Alice nee Craig Nevinger, her sister and...
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Virginia A. Greenley
April 20, 1941 - March 23, 2017
Burial arrangements under the direction of Lake View Memorial Gardens.
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Robert E. Biehl
February 24, 1947 - March 23, 2017
Robert E. "Bob" Biehl, Colonel, USAF, Ret., 70, of O'Fallon, Illinois, born February 24, 1947, in Marion, Indiana, passed away, Thursday, March 23, 2017 in Belleville, Illinois. Bob proudly served his country for over 33 years, as a Colonel in the United States Air Force. He was a member of the United States Air Force Thunderbirds Alumni Association and the Maintenance Officers Association. He...
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Jerry Mullins
August 25, 1943 - March 23, 2017
Jerry Mullins, 73, of St Charles, Missouri, born, August 25, 1943, in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia, passed away, Wednesday, March 23, 2017 in St Charles, Missouri.Jerry was a loving and devoted family man and friend. Jerry proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1961 until 1963. He was employed as a truck driver for Super Valu Trucking Company for almost 25 years until his...
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Dorothy Mae Mueller
August 11, 1925 - March 10, 2017
Dorothy Mae Mueller, nee Feig, 91, of Caseyville, Illinois, born, August 11, 1925, in Caseyville, Illinois, passed away, Friday, March 10, 2017, at her home surrounded by her loving family.She was a jewel to all who knew and loved her. Dorothy married the love of her life, Charles Mueller, on October 8, 1955 and to this union brought three children, David, Jonathon and Anna. She worked in food...
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Marianna Taylor
August 20, 1958 - March 9, 2017
.Marianna Taylor, 58, of Edwardsville, Ill., formerly of Lincoln, Ill., passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2017. Marianna was a member of Leclaire Christian Church in Edwardsville, Ill. She was a member of the Illinois Nursing Home Association and the Alzheimer's Association. She was formerly employed by Eberhardt Senior Community, Leclaire Christian Church, and also Christian Homes in...
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Ruth Marie Dillard
September 6, 1925 - March 9, 2017
Ruth Marie Dillard, nee Smith, 91, of Collinsville, Illinois, born, September 6, 1925, in St. Louis, Missouri, passed away, Thursday, March 9, 2017 at her home, surrounded by her loving family.Ruth was a jewel to all who knew and loved her. Anyone that had the pleasure of knowing her knew that she had a loving personality and generous character. Ruth worked as an office clerk for almost 10 years...
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Donald Anthony Healey
February 2, 1933 - March 8, 2017
Donald A. Healey, 84 of Belleville, Illinois, born February 2, 1933 in East St. Louis, Illinois passed away, Wednesday, March 8, 2017 in Clearwater, Florida.Donald proudly served in the United States Marine Corps. He worked as a Vice President in banking, at Mid America Trust for over 25 years until his retirement. He was a coach, a collegiate athlete graduating from Truman State University in...
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Donald Kenneth Hanratty
January 30, 1930 - March 8, 2017
Donald K. Hanratty, CMSGT, USAF Ret., 87, of O'Fallon, Illinois, born, January 30, 1930, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away, Wednesday, March 8, 2017, in O'Fallon, Illinois. Donald proudly served his country initially in the United States Army and then the United States Air Force, retiring after 30 years of service, including a tour in Vietnam. After his retirement, he enjoyed spending time...
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Terry Gene Quate
May 15, 1943 - March 6, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Catherine L. Dyer
November 17, 1926 - February 28, 2017
Catherine Louise Dyer, nee Morrow, 90, of Troy, Illinois, born, November 17, 1926, in Hickman, Kentucky, passed away, Tuesday, February 28, 2017, in Aviston, Illinois. Catherine was a jewel to all who knew and loved her. She enjoyed watching soap operas and baking. Her cakes and pies were often deemed "Legendary". She was married to the love of her life, William Dyer for 54 years until his...
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Robert H. Brown
April 9, 1950 - February 27, 2017
Robert H. Brown, 66, of Caseyville, IL, born April 9, 1950 in Portland, Oregon, passed away on February 27, 2017 at his residence.Mr. Brown was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and worked for Walmart in O'Fallon, IL for more than 25 years. Above all else, he loved his grandkids and cherished every moment he spent with them.He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur M. and Melva L.,...
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Dorothy ROSA
August 5, 1929 - February 27, 2017
Dorothy M. Rosa, nee Campbell, 87, of Fairview Heights, IL, born August 5, 1929 in Cairo, IL, passed away on February 27, 2017 at St. Luke's Hospital in Chesterfield, MO.In 1982, she and her husband cofounded Pro-Pack Testing Laboratory, Inc., in Belleville, a business her son continues to run today. She loved to garden, her pets, and to travel.especially to Las Vegas and New Orleans.Dorothy was...
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Shirley Somers
April 8, 1940 - February 24, 2017
Shirley A. Somers, nee Land, 76, of Belleville, Illinois, born April 8, 1940, passed away, Friday, February 24, 2017 at home surrounded by family.Shirley was a 1958 graduate of Belleville West High School. She worked at Dickerson Petroleum for over 33 years. She loved planting flowers in spring; both nurturing and brightening her days. She also, enjoyed going to state fairs, craft shows,...
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Elizabeth W. Walsh
April 5, 1926 - February 23, 2017
Elizabeth W. Walsh, nee Mitchell, 90, of Fairview Heights, Illinois, born, April 5, 1926, in East St Louis, Illinois, passed away, Thursday, February 23, 2017 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital from complications following a fall in her home.Mrs. Walsh was a member for more than 45 years of the Caseyville Moose Lodge; was a life-time member of Life Church in Swansea. She managed Mitchell's Market in...
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Ralph Herman Schickedanz
January 26, 1931 - February 19, 2017
Ralph H. Schickedanz, 86, of Fort Myers, FL, formerly of Belleville, IL, died Sunday, February 19, 2017, in Fort Myers. His wife of 35 years, Juanita "Jean" (Becker), preceded him in death in 2015. Ralph retired from General Motors after 30 years at the Chevrolet assembly plant in St. Louis and enjoyed a long, happy retirement in Florida with Jean.He served the U.S. Army in Korea in...
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Rose A. Hart
February 10, 1968 - February 18, 2017
Burial arrangements under the direction of Lake View Memorial Gardens.
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Rose Hart
February 10, 1968 - February 18, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Jennifer Delene Briggs
May 3, 1983 - February 18, 2017
Jennifer Delene Briggs, 33, of Belleville, Illinois, born on May 3, 1983 at Scott Air Force Base, passed away on February 18, 2017 at her residence.Jennifer was a jewel to all who knew and loved her. She had a vibrant personality and possessed many beautiful talents. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, collecting antiques, discovering new places and the hidden beauties of the...
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Michael E. Belfield
September 2, 1986 - February 16, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Paul A. Guetterman
August 31, 1926 - February 15, 2017
Paul A. Guetterman, 90, of Collinsville, formerly of Swansea, IL, born August 31, 1926 in Freeburg, IL passed away on February 15, 2017 at his residence.Mr. Guetterman was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served his country during World War II. In his free time, he loved jigsaw and word puzzles.Paul was preceded in death by his wife Cecelia, nee Hawkins, Guetterman who died Nov. 28, 2006; his...
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Meta F. GAIN
January 12, 1923 - February 15, 2017
Meta F. Gain, nee Rasp, 94, of Belleville, born January 12, 1923 in O'Fallon, IL, died Feb. 15, 2017 in Swansea, IL.Meta was a member of the Cathedral of St. Peter parish in Belleville, IL. She had many interests including bingo, word search puzzles, soap operas and old T.V. shows. Mrs. Gain was a very social person who was loved by all, especially the staff at Mercy Rehab and Care Center in...
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Virginia M. GROH
February 27, 1919 - February 15, 2017
Burial arrangements under the direction of Lake View Memorial Gardens.
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John E. Tevebaugh
June 12, 1940 - February 13, 2017
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Mary K. Fagan
August 23, 1925 - February 12, 2017
Mary K. Fagan, nee Karaian, 91, of Fairview Heights, IL, formerly of Belleville, IL, born Aug. 23, 1925 in Washington D.C., passed away on Feb. 12, 2017 at her residence.Mary retired after 42 years of dedicated service at Scott Air Force Base. In her free time, she loved bowling and line dancing. For many years, she generously gave of her time as a member of the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary in...
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Shirley R. HOLMES
December 1, 1932 - February 11, 2017
Shirley Rae Holmes, nee Carmichael was born in E. St. Louis, IL. on December 1, 1932, and died on February 11, 2017 at Memorial Hospital in Belleville. Shirley was a January 1951 graduate of East St. Louis Senior High School. Early in her life she was employed by Laclede Steel, Rawlings Athletic Company and Miss Hickey's School of Business. Later, and for, many years she was the office manager...
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Ronald Fellure
May 17, 1950 - February 7, 2017
Ronald P. Fellure, Sr., 66, of Fenton, Missouri, born, May 17, 1950, in St. Louis, Missouri, died Tuesday, February, 7, 2017 at home surrounded by family.Ronald was a manager with Tech Electronics in St. Louis, Missouri. He loved electronics and computers. He was also an avid Hamm Radio operator. He was a loving father, husband, grandfather, and friend, who will truly be missed by all who knew...
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Edward Lee Gischer
July 29, 1942 - February 5, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Barbara Longstreet
January 10, 1939 - February 5, 2017
Barbara Jean Anderson-Longstreet was born January 10, 1939 in St. Louis, MO to Robert Anderson and Norene Holton. Barbara Jean was preceded in death by: her father Robert Anderson; husband Titus Longstreet, and sister Patricia Anderson, Barbara Jean received her formal education in the East St. Louis Public School system, attending Attucks Elementary School, Hughes-Quinn Junior High School, and...
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Mildred Martha Berger
March 13, 1918 - February 5, 2017
Mildred Martha Berger, nee Westwood, 98, of Belleville, Illinois, born on, March 13, 1918, in Belleville, Illinois, passed away Sunday February 5, 2017, in Belleville, Illinois.Mildred was a jewel to all who knew and loved her. She possessed a spunky character and was always full of life. She had the distinct honor of being the only charter member of the First Christian Church in Belleville,...
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Virgil Dean Merritt
September 29, 1934 - February 4, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Linda Kay Caudill
August 15, 1944 - February 4, 2017
Linda Kay, nee Buttrey, Caudill, of Fairview Heights, IL, born August 15, 1944 in Lepanto, Arkansas, the daughter of Eldridge Porter Buttrey and Lola Mae Atkinson, completed her life on Earth and went to be with her savior at 11:35 p.m. on February 4, 2017 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donnie Clark Caudill who died on July 23, 2007; her father...
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Tessie P. Fears
March 20, 1941 - February 2, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Jennifer Lynn Turpin
March 29, 1976 - February 1, 2017
Jennifer Lynn Turpin, 40, of Collinsville, IL, born March 29, 1976 in Belleville, IL died on February 1, 2017 in St. Louis, MO.Jennifer was the owner and operator of Turpin Enterprises. She received her Bachelor's and Master's Degree from the University of Phoenix. Mrs. Turpin enjoyed having a good time, running and anything to do with technology. Through her kind spirit she donated much of...
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William W. WHITELEY
May 15, 1943 - January 30, 2017
William "Bill" Whiteley, 73, of Evansville, passed away Friday, January 27, 2017. He was born May 15, 1943, in Belleville, IL to the late Walter and Mary (McNail) Whiteley.He served in the US Army and was a huge history buff. Bill retired from GAF in Mt. Vernon, IN after 33 years of service, and worked part-time at USI. He was a loving father and proud grandpa who loved to show off pictures of...
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Arline I. Kassing
December 29, 1926 - January 29, 2017
Arline I. Kassing, 90, of Fairview Heights, IL, born on December 29, 1926 in O'Fallon, IL passed away Sunday, January 29, 2017.Arline was a member of O'Fallon United Church of Christ. She was also a member of the UCC 50 Plus Club, a former member of O'Fallon Jaycettes, charter member of the Muskopf Grove Association and a great St. Louis Cardinals fan.She graduated from O'Fallon Township High...
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Marian J. RHUDE
May 16, 1931 - January 28, 2017
Marian J., nee Brown, Rhude, 85 of Belleville, IL, born May 16, 1931 in Ullin, IL passed away on Jan. 28, 2017 in Belleville, IL.Mrs. Rhude worked as an Insurance clerk in St. Louis while at the same time she was raising her family and studying to be a teacher. Marian taught at Twin Echo in Collinsville and William Holiday in Fairview Heights. She was instrumental in developing the Gifted...
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Joseph Marcin
March 7, 1925 - January 27, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Mary Jane Castle
November 25, 1934 - January 27, 2017
Mary Jane Castle, nee Green, 82, of Waterloo, Illinois, born November 25, 1934, in Golden Pond, Kentucky, passed away, Friday, January 27, 2017 in Waterloo, Illinois.Mary worked for over 30 years with Our Lady of the Snows Shrine in Belleville, Illinois. She was an avid reader and enjoyed embroidery and needle work. She had a green thumb and loved gardening growing flowers and plants alike. ...
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Douglas Wayne DuBose
March 24, 1939 - January 26, 2017
Douglas Wayne DuBose Sr., 77, of Fairview Heights, Illinois, born, March 24, 1939, in Adel, Georgia, passed away peacefully in his home, with his loving family by his side, Thursday, January 26, 2017, in Fairview Heights, Illinois. Douglas possessed a proud, hardworking, and driven personality. He was outgoing and charismatic to all who knew and loved him. He worked as a line man for most of his...
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William J. Allan
November 2, 1938 - January 24, 2017
William J. Allan, 78, of Collinsville, Ill., born Nov. 2, 1938 in East St. Louis, Ill., passed away on Jan. 24, 2017 at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, Ill.Bill retired from McDonnell Douglas Corporation/Boeing Corporation after 41 years of dedicated service. Additionally, he worked many years as a Cashier at Fairmount Race Track. Following graduation from Collinsville High School, he attended...
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Ella Byrd
October 5, 1936 - January 21, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Georgia Laine Sharkey
December 16, 1931 - January 21, 2017
Georgia L. Sharkey, nee Conner, 85 of Belleville, Ill. born Dec. 16, 1931, passed away on Jan. 21, 2017 at Memorial Hospital East in Shiloh, Ill.Georgia was a spiritual woman who never met a stranger! She loved her Amtrak trips, camping, and traveling.especially to Colorado. Her favorite hobby in her free time was going to garage sales. She was a strong woman who met the demands of being a...
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Mary Ellen Woodward
October 20, 1920 - January 20, 2017
Mary Ellen Woodward, (nee Bryan), 96 of Waterloo, IL, born October 20th, 1920, in East St. Louis, IL, died Friday, January 20, 2017 at her place of residence, Oak Hill Nursing Home.She was preceded in death by her first Husband, Albert P. Lynch; second Husband, Howard H. Woodward; a Son Gary H. Woodward; a grandson, Nathaniel Lee Staley; her parents, Claude A and Josephine A., (nee Figi), Bryan...
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William K. Wicks
September 26, 1930 - January 18, 2017
William "Kenny" Kenneth Wicks, 86, of Warrenton, Missouri, born, September 26, 1930, in East St Louis, Illinois, passed away, Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at his home with his loving family by his side.Kenny worked at the Labor Local 100 for over twenty years and retired from Iron workers 392, after thirty years of work. He married his first wife, Norma, nee Ballard, Wicks, and to this union...
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Ervin Kloess
August 5, 1925 - January 17, 2017
Ervin J. Kloess, 91, of Belleville, Ill., born Aug. 5, 1925 in Belleville, passed away on Jan. 17, 2017 at the Swansea Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Swansea, Ill.Mr. Kloess graduated from Belleville Township High School and Brown Business College in St. Louis. He retired as Director of Material Management for the Illinois Terminal Railroad. Ervin was a veteran of the U.S. Navy...
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Mary B. Jurak
March 26, 1929 - January 15, 2017
Mary B. Jurak, nee Woods, 87, of Staunton, Ill., born March 26, 1929 in East St. Louis, Ill. passed away on Jan. 15, 2017 at Heritage Manor in Staunton, Ill.Mrs. Jurak was preceded in death by her husband, Steve Jurak, Sr.; her parents, Ornan and Mary Olive, nee Lawson, Woods; and three brothers, James Woods, Richard Woods, and Walter Woods.She is survived by three sons, Steve Jurak, Jr. of...
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Rosemary C. ICIDE
July 28, 1928 - January 14, 2017
Burial arrangements under the direction of Lake View Memorial Gardens.
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Joyce Jean Cook
May 21, 1945 - January 12, 2017
Joyce Jean Cook, nee Musser, 71, of Collinsville, Illinois, born May 21, 1945, in East St. Louis, Illinois, passed away, Thursday, Jan. 12, 2017 at home.Joyce retired as the Chief Production Officer for Centerline Industries, Inc. She enjoyed taking trips to the Shrine in Belleville where she donated her time and prayers to those in need. She loved gardening; especially, tending to her roses and...
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Richard L. Wilburn
August 15, 1948 - January 12, 2017
Richard L. Wilburn, Sr., 68, of Maryville, Ill., born on Aug. 15, 1948 in Herrin, Ill. passed away on Jan. 12, 2017 at his residence, surrounded by his family.Mr. Wilburn was recognized as a Fellow of the American Society for Testing and Materials. He received the R. A. Glen Award for his efforts in this field, as well as the Award of Merit, the highest society award granted to an individual...
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Steven Rodney Maxwell
January 5, 1948 - January 10, 2017
Steven (Rodney) Maxwell of Caseyville, IL, born on Jan. 5, 1948 in East St. Louis, IL departed this life at Barnes Hospital, St. Louis, MO on Jan 10, 2017.Rodney had a long career with American Shoe Company working as Manager/District Manager over several states including several locations in Jamestown Mall and St. Clair Square. He then worked for Burkland Distributors until his retirement in...
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Ruth Louise Stoeber
October 5, 1929 - January 9, 2017
Ruth Louise Stoeber, nee Bechtoldt, 87, born, October 5, 1929, in Belleville, Illinois, passed away, Monday, January 9, 2017, in Belleville, Illinois.Ruth was a jewel to all who knew and loved her. She was married to the love of her life Clinton also known as "Slick" for 63 until his passing. To this beautiful union brought three children. The two of them enjoyed traveling the world together....
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Helen Louise Pulliam
November 25, 1926 - January 5, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Anna Rose Miller
September 26, 1926 - January 1, 2017
Anna Rose Miller, 90, of Belleville, Illinois, born, September 26, 1926 in Altamont, Illinois, passed away, Wednesday, June 21, 2017 with her family by her side, in Belleville, Illinois.Anna was a jewel to all who knew her. She possessed a loving personality and caring spirit for her family and friends. Her nieces and nephews who adored her always referred to her as "Aunt Anna Rose". Anna grew up...
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Lynn E. Tiedemann
November 7, 1950 - January 1, 2017
Lynn E. Tiedemann, 66, of Fairview Heights, Ill, born on November 7, 1950 in East St. Louis, Ill, passed away on June 22, 2017 in Swansea, Ill.Lynn married the love of her life, Steve, in 1971 in Maryville, Ill, and was notorious for her laugh and always being happy. She was a member of the Elks Lodge Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed traveling with her husband and friends from the Smokey Mountains...
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Lena Henderson
April 26, 1916 - January 1, 2017
Lena Mae Henderson (nee Ballard), 101, of Fairview Heights, Illinois, born, April 26, 1916, passed away, Friday, June 9, 2017 at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, Illinois.Lena was truly a jewel to all who knew and loved her. She possessed a charismatic personality and a loving spirit. She married the love of her life, John M. Henderson and to this union brought four children. In her earlier years,...
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John Wesley Bertram
February 19, 1982 - January 1, 2017
John Wesley Bertram II, 35, born February 19, 1982 in Belleville, Ill, passed away on June 2, 2017, in Belleville, Illinois. John was a talented musician, who enjoyed playing the classical guitar and also enjoyed being a guitar maker. In his free time he volunteered at St. Clair Animal Services. John was a member of Hope Christian Church in Columbia, Illinois. He was a loving son, brother,...
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Thomas L. Price
April 20, 1938 - January 1, 2017
Thomas L. Price, 79, born April 20, 1938 in East St. Louis, IL, passed away on May 26, 2017 in Swansea, IL.Mr. Price was a veteran of the United States Army, serving his country during the Cuban missile crisis. He attended the First Baptist Church in O'Fallon, IL. Tom retired after more than 50 dedicated years as a Lithographer. Always known as a hard worker, his passion and love for music...
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Laurel Katherine Freer
July 31, 1927 - January 1, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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