Our Obituaries
Eric Steven Dinges
February 10, 1977 - January 24, 2018
Eric Steven Dinges, 40, of Baldwin, Illinois, born February 10, 1977, in Belleville Illinois, passed away Wednesday, January 24, 2018. A 1995 Graduate of O'Fallon Township High School, Eric was a proud member of the Operating Engineers Local 520. He worked for Keeley & Sons/Christ Brothers Asphalt and spent his winters working for the Illinois Department of Transportation. He also enjoyed his...
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Charles T. Belleville
May 16, 1951 - January 24, 2018
Charles T. "Tim" Belleville, 66, of Fairview Heights, Illinois, born May 16, 1951 in East St. Louis, Illinois, passed away, Wednesday, January 24, 2018 in St. Louis, Missouri.Tim was a faithful man and placed his trust in his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He fought a courageous battle over the past 6 years to remain by the side of his family. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and...
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Marilyn Jean Germann
November 24, 1941 - January 23, 2018
Marilyn Jean (nee Daly) Germann, 76, of Smithton, Illinois, born, November 24, 1941, in East Saint Louis, Illinois, passed away, January 23, 2018 in Smithton, Illinois.Marilyn was a jewel to all who knew and loved her. She was raised in Collinsville, Illinois, where she met the love of her life, Lawrence Germann. The two were married on September 2, 1961, and to this beautiful union brought 3...
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James Lee Ord
February 25, 1955 - January 20, 2018
James Lee Ord, 62, of Swansea, Illinois, born, February 25, 1955, in Belleville, Illinois passed away, January 20, 2018, in Belleville, Illinois.James graduated from Belleville Township High School East in 1973. Seven years later, he met the love of his life, Debra Foreman. The two were married on April 25, 1981, and welcomed their only son Joshua into this world on July 7, 1983. While his...
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John Frank Zitta
May 1, 1940 - January 18, 2018
John F. Zitta, 77, of Swansea, Illinois, passed away peacefully Thursday, January 18, 2018 at home surrounded by family and friends. John was born May 1, 1940 in East St. Louis, Illinois. John was the operator of Zitta Vending Company. John was a hard working family man. He enjoyed time spent at the family's lake house on Lake Egypt. He and his wife loved to travel and take cruises, seeing the...
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Jane Lee Winter
February 27, 1924 - January 15, 2018
Winter Jane Lee., 93, of Chesterfield, MO., born February 27, 1924 in Belleville, IL., passed away on January 15, 2018.She was preceded in death by her husband Allan Winter and daughter Cheryl Poehler.She is survived by 2 daughters: Kathy (the late Ronald) Parres, Kim (Lane) Pietro; 5 grandchildren: Chris (Susan), Nicole (Mike), Cindy, Tracy, and Alexis; 8 great grandchildren: Megan, Meredith,...
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Ramah L. Merkel
July 13, 1946 - January 14, 2018
Merkel Ramah L., 71, of O'Fallon, IL., born July 13, 1946 in Belleville, IL., passed away on January 14, 2018.Ramah taught elementary school in O'Fallon for 15 years. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.She is preceded in death by husband, Joel Merkel and parents, Raymond Scheibel and Amanda Louise Scheibel (nee Monken).She is survived by her loving daughter Kelly (Dr. Joseph) Robbins...
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Eva Catherine Ehret
December 20, 1928 - January 13, 2018
Eva Catherine "Kay" (nee Reeder) Mohr Ehret, 89, passed away on January 13, 2018, in their FL home after an extended illness. Born and raised in Paragould AR, Kay spent all of her adult life in Belleville IL. Kay was predeceased by her husband Glenn F. Mohr, son Daniel F. Mohr, parents Ava and Todd Reeder, and her six siblings. Remaining to mourn her passing are her husband of 12 years, Grant...
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Allan O. Miller
August 17, 1927 - January 10, 2018
Dateline: Fairview HeightsAllan O. Miller, 90, passed away at 11:44 pm Wednesday January 10, 2017 at St. Paul's Home.He was born on August 17, 1927, the son of the late Oscar E. and Katherine L. (Weidemann) Miller.Allan married Marjorie E. Hill on June 21, 1958 in Belleville. She preceded him in death on August 15, 1996.Allan was born and raised in Belleville. Allan's father worked for the L&N...
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Robert Everett Anderson
January 9, 1924 - January 2, 2018
Lt. Col. Robert E. Anderson, Jr. USAF (Ret.) 93, of Marco Island, FL., born January 9, 1924 in Metropolis, IL., passed away on January 2, 2018.Bob started his flying career as a navigator in the early days of Pan American Airlines, having graduated from Port Arthur College in Texas. During WWII, most of Pan Am's aircraft were pressed in to military service and Robert found himself in the Army...
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Ruth M. Nagel
September 23, 1925 - January 1, 2018
Ruth M. Nagel, nee Speck, 92, of Nashville, Illinois, born September 23, 1925, in Nashville, Illinois, passed away, Monday, January 15, 2018 at Friendship Manor, Nashville, Illinois.Ruth was a faithful member of the St. Paul United Church of Christ, in Nashville. She primarily worked for First National Bank; however, held a number of positions with the city and county, throughout her working...
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Oscar J. Joffray
January 16, 1924 - December 29, 2017
Oscar Julius Joffray, 93, of Swansea, Illinois, born January 16, 1924 in Belleville, Illinois passed away peacefully in his home, on December 29, 2017.Oscar was known as "Ossie" to his family and friends. He proudly served his country in the United States Army, during World War II. Ossie was a Purple Heart recipient, showing that through his own battle he remained heroic in his fight for our...
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Glenna Jean Welmon
October 1, 1931 - December 29, 2017
Glenna Jean Welmon (nee LaTempt) , 86, born, October 1, 1931 in East St Louis, Illinois and passed away on December 29, 2017 in Edwardsville, Illinois.Glenna was a jewel to all who knew and loved her. She was very crafty and enjoyed sewing and quilting. She also enjoyed playing with her pets. Glenna married the love of her life, Claude Welmon and this union brought 7 children. She enjoyed her...
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Dennis E. Calliss
November 16, 1947 - December 26, 2017
Dennis Erle Calliss, 70, of Swansea (formally of Marion, IL), passed away peacefully at 12:38 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2017, in Barnes Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, MO.Dennis was born Nov. 16, 1947, in Herrin, IL, to William and Agnes (Harris) Calliss.Dennis Erle Calliss, 70, of Swansea (formally of Marion, IL), passed away peacefully at 12:38 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2017, in Barnes-Jewish Hospital,...
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Opal L. TOLBERT
February 17, 1933 - December 25, 2017
Burial arrangements under the direction of Lake View Memorial Gardens.
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Larry G. Neemann
August 15, 1939 - December 23, 2017
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Robert C. Sommer
April 18, 1945 - December 19, 2017
Robert C. Sommer, born April 18, 1945 in East St, Louis, IL, passed away Dec. 19, 2017 at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL.Bob was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and retired from civil service. He was a member of the O'Fallon United Church of Christ where he was a bookkeeper for seven years and a past-president of the consistory. Bob loved umpiring, especially interacting with the kids...
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Mafalda Clark
January 29, 1931 - December 16, 2017
Burial arrangements under the direction of Lake View Memorial Gardens.
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John M. Stallons
February 17, 1940 - December 16, 2017
John Morgan Stallons, III, 77, of Belleville, IL, passed away Saturday, Dec. 16, 2017 at Evelyn's House in Creve Coeur, MO, with his loving family by his side.John, also known as Jr., was born February 17, 1940 in Cadiz, KY. He graduated from East St. Louis High School and continued working at the 13th street Market until he got a job at Illinois Power, now Ameren, as a lineman and retired from...
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Ronald Dale Ziska
August 18, 1933 - December 12, 2017
Ronald D. Ziska, 84, of Dawsonville, Georgia, born August 18, 1933, in Belleville, Illinois, passed away, Tuesday, December 12, 2017, in Gainesville, Georgia.Ron Ziska was one of 3 boys and grew up in Signal Hill, IL and spent time on his family's farm on the weekends. He and his brother Dave and father Fred had horses and he loved playing cowboys and Indians on horseback and hunting, fishing and...
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Rose Kern
September 1, 1914 - December 10, 2017
Rose Kern, nee Cerneka, 103, of Belleville, Illinois, born, September 1, 1914 in Albion, California, died, December 10, 2017 at Morningside of Shiloh.Mrs. Kern was a homemaker and a member of several card clubs. She was a member of St Paul's United Church of Christ.Mrs. Kern was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur E. Kern Jr., her parents, Peter and Anna Cerneka nee Jevsnik; her son, Ronald...
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Gregory Leon Lopez
March 12, 1923 - December 10, 2017
Gregory Leon Lopez, 94, of Granite City, Illinois, born, March 12, 1923 in Fairmont, Illinois passed away and entered his heavenly home on December 10, 2017 in Glen Carbon, Illinois.Gregory also known as "Greg" to family and friends possessed a dedicated and charismatic personality. He proudly served his country in the United States Army, serving during World War II and, the Battle of the Battle...
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Shirley J. Sedlak
October 20, 1930 - December 9, 2017
Burial arrangements under the direction of Lake View Memorial Gardens.
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Marjorie J. Harris
April 24, 1924 - December 7, 2017
Marjorie J. Harris, 93, of Federal Way Washington, born April 24, 1924 in Tilden, Illinois, passed away Thursday, December 7, 2017, in Federal Way, Washington.Mrs. Harris retired as a dental assistant for the Late Dr. Nick H. Feder. She will truly be missed by all who knew her.She was preceded in death by her husband, Lt. Col. Major "Vic" Harris; and her brother, James J. Woods.Surviving are her...
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Jeanine L. Stewart
March 20, 1951 - December 6, 2017
Jeanine L. "Nini" Stewart, 66, of Dupo, Illinois, born March 20, 1951, in East St. Louis, Illinois, passed away, Wednesday, December 6, 2017, in Belleville, Illinois. Jeanine dedicated her life to educating; serving the Cahokia School District 187 for over 30 years, as an art and grade school teacher. Her passion was art and she loved painting, drawing, and even coloring all her life. She was a...
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Gilbert Henry William Dyroff
October 26, 1924 - December 4, 2017
Gilbert Henry William Dyroff, of Columbia, born October 26, 1924 in East St. Louis, passed away December 4, 2017 in Belleville.Gilbert graduated from East St. Louis Senior High School on June 10, 1942. He enlisted into the U.S. Navy on April 30, 1943 and served as a Machinist's Mate and Special Artificer Optical Second Class. He served on the USS Melville at LaHavre France on D-Day and was...
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Arthur Eugene Kearns
September 23, 1931 - December 2, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Clyde Stanley Hickman
July 24, 1938 - November 28, 2017
Clyde Stanley Hickman, 79, was born on July 24, 1938 in Lebanon, Illinois, to the union of Stanley and Viola Hickman. Clyde passed away and entered his heavenly home on, November 28, 2017 in Swansea Illinois, with his loving family by his side. He was preceded in death by his parents; Stanley and Viola (Crumer) Hickman, and his brother, Robert Hickman. Clyde accepted Christ as his Lord and savior...
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John Sauer
September 17, 1943 - November 26, 2017
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Michael Colin Holle
April 22, 1977 - November 17, 2017
Michael Colin Holle, 40, of Swansea, Illinois, born April 22, 1977 in Belleville Illinois, passed away Friday, November 17, 2017 in St Louis Missouri with his loving family by his side.Michael formerly known as "Mike" to family and friends possessed a dedicated and driven persona. His most precious moments were those spent with his family, especially his daughters. He took the utmost pride and...
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Henry John Olliges
May 2, 1926 - November 17, 2017
Henry J. Olliges, 91 of Belleville, Illinois, born May 2, 1926 in Germantown, Illinois, passed away November 17, 2017, in Freeburg, Illinois.Henry proudly served his country in the United States Army, during World War II. He owned and operated Henry's Automotive in Belleville, Illinois for many years. He served as Captain with the East Side Volunteer Fire Department in Belleville. He devoted...
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Vana Joyce ALLGIRE
March 17, 1934 - November 13, 2017
Burial arrangements under the direction of Lake View Memorial Gardens.
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Vana Joyce ALLGIRE
March 17, 1934 - November 13, 2017
Vana J Allgire, Swansea, IL born on March 17, 1934 in St. Louis, MO, passed away on November 13, 2017 at Cedar Ridge Health Care Center in Lebanon, IL.Vana spent most of her life being a stay-at-home mother to her four children. She was an active member of the Franklin School PTO during her children's elementary school years. She attended all her children's school and sports activities and...
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Samuel P. Guge
October 20, 1929 - November 13, 2017
Samuel P. Guge Sr, 88, of Caseyville, Illinois, born October 20, 1929 in East Prairie, Missouri, passed away, Monday, November 13, 2017 with his family by his side.Sam possessed a dedicated persona and was a devoted husband, dad, grandpa and friend. He married his wife on July 15, 1969, Sandra Crossland. Sam worked as a millwright foremen at the Granite City Steel Mill for almost 40 years until...
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Mary Dameron
November 9, 1940 - November 10, 2017
Mary H. Dameron, nee Gorman, 77, of Jerseyville, IL, formerly of Collinsville, IL, born Nov. 9, 1940 in Collinsville passed away Nov. 10, 2017 in Jerseyville.Mary was married to her high school sweetheart, Gary W. Dameron, for 54 years. Their life together took them from their hometown of Collinsville, IL to Springfield, IL twice, to Cincinnati, OH, to Waterloo, IL, and back home to Collinsville...
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Paul E. Seibert
April 13, 1922 - November 10, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Patricia J. Rettle
December 7, 1947 - November 8, 2017
Patricia Jane Rettle, nee Switala, 69, of Swansea, Illinois, born December 7, 1947, in Belleville, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at home.Patricia spent her career with Memorial Hospital in Belleville as a dietary aide for almost 40 years. She was a past member of the Mascoutah Sportsman's Club's Ladies Axillary. She also enjoyed attending the Stock car races at Belle-Clair...
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Lowell Eugene Brown
February 6, 1941 - November 7, 2017
Lowell "Gene" Brown, 76, of Fairview Heights, Illinois, born, February 6, 1941 in East St Louis, Illinois passed away on his 58th wedding anniversary, on November 7, 2017 with his family by his side. Lowell, formerly known as Gene to friends and family, possessed a charismatic personality, dedicated persona and was devoted to his family. It was truly the biggest part of his life. He met the love...
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Kennath L. Ford
July 28, 1934 - November 6, 2017
Kennath L. Ford, 83, of Shiloh, IL, born July 28, 1934 in Senath, MO, passed away Nov. 6, 2017 in Shiloh.Mr. Ford retired from the U.S. Air Force after 22 years as Civil engineer. He then worked another 20 years at FKG Oil (Moto) as their maintenance supervisor. He loved Gold Wing motorcycles, camping and traveling. Above all, his favorite times were those spent with his grandchildren whom he...
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Josephine Mary Bitter
August 15, 1921 - November 5, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Margaret Jean Kovacic
July 12, 1937 - October 31, 2017
Margaret Jean Kovacic (nee Racener) of West Palm Beach, Florida went home to be with the Lord on October 31, 2017 at the age of 80.Margaret was very special to all who knew and loved her. She was married to the love of her life for over 50 years, Bob Kovacic, and to this union brought two children. She enjoyed decorating, making flower arrangements, gardening with her husband and art. She was...
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Ray Sans
June 25, 1932 - October 31, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Gertrude C. HOLTGRAVE
November 27, 1930 - October 29, 2017
Gertrude C., nee Vosholler, Holtgrave, 86, of Fairview Heights, IL, born November 27, 1930 in Highland, IL, passed away October 29, 2017 in Swansea, IL.Mrs. Holtgrave was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church where she served on St. Ann's Altar Society. For over 20 years she worked faithfully in the cafeteria at Pontiac Jr. High school. Above all, she was a loving mother, grandmother, and...
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Shirley M. McMULLEN
June 15, 1932 - October 26, 2017
Burial arrangements under the direction of Lake View Memorial Gardens.
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Kathleen L. Wieland
September 21, 1925 - October 26, 2017
Kathleen (Kay) Laurette Wieland, nee Nelson, 92, of Belleville, IL, born Sept 21, 1925, in Raleigh, NC, died Thursday, October 26, 2017, at St. Paul's Senior Center in Belleville.Kay was a long-time member of St. George's Episcopal Church, where she was very involved, having served as treasurer, and volunteer at Toddhall Retreat Center. She had formerly served on the Board of Directors at the...
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Juanita Charlotte Neel
May 24, 1921 - October 21, 2017
Juanita Charlotte (nee Kinder) Neel, 96, of Fairview Heights, Illinois, born on May 24, 1921 in Millersville, Missouri, passed away on October 21, 2017 in Swansea, Illinois.Juanita graduated from East Saint Louis high school in 1939 and shortly after married Virgil Neel. She was an active member of Mount Calvary Lutheran Church in Cahokia, Illinois for over 50 years, along with being the...
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Nancy L. VOELLINGER
October 29, 1952 - October 21, 2017
Nancy L. Voellinger, 64, of Collinsville, Illinois, formerly of Fairview Heights, Illinois, born October 29, 1952 in East St. Louis, Illinois, passed away, Saturday, October 21, 2017 in Highland, Illinois.Nancy was past parishioner at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Fairview Heights, Illinois. She dedicated her career and life to being a caregiver and helping those who needed it. She worked as...
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Aleta Katheryn Dressel
July 11, 1918 - October 20, 2017
Aleta Katheryn Dressel, nee Evans, 99, of Fairview Heights, Illinois, was born on July 11, 1918 in rural O'Fallon, Illinois, and passed away on October 20, 2017 in Belleville, Illinois.Aleta was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church of O'Fallon, Illinois. She was also a member of the O'Fallon Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star. Aleta was a gracious and dignified woman who...
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Sophia Mahmood
April 24, 1993 - October 17, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Keith Wayne Geissert
July 24, 1946 - October 16, 2017
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Donald Sylvester Schanz
May 6, 1946 - October 16, 2017
Donald S. "Donnie" Schanz, 71, of Mascoutah, Illinois, born May 6, 1946, in Mascoutah, Illinois, passed away, Monday, October 16, 2017 in Belleville, Illinois.Donnie worked as a truck driver and did body repair on automobiles. He was a past member of the Mascoutah Sportsman's Club. He was a food connoisseur and enjoyed barbequing. He loved spending time with friends and never met a stranger. ...
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Geissert Wayne Keith
July 24, 1946 - October 16, 2017
Burial arrangements under the direction of Lake View Memorial Gardens.
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Mary Frances Richey
February 3, 1917 - October 14, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Jean A. SPURLOCK
April 11, 1938 - October 13, 2017
Jean A. Spurlock, nee Turnbaugh, 79 of Caseyville, Illinois, born on April 11, 1938 in Havre De Grace, Maryland, passed away October 13, 2017 in Belleville, Illinois.Jean worked for Lake View Memorial Gardens in Fairview Heights, Il, Sunset Hill Memorial in Edwardsville, Il, and Herr Funeral Home in Collinsville, Il.Mrs. Spurlock is preceded in death by her daughter Mary Jean Gallagher, nee...
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Walter D. Minton
February 28, 1925 - October 13, 2017
Walter D. Minton, 92, of Shiloh, Illinois, born February 28, 1925, in East St. Louis, Illinois, passed away, Friday, October 13, 2017, at home, surrounded by family.Walter proudly served his country in the United States Navy during World War II. He worked as a chief clerk to the superintendent and retired from Southern Railroad after 42 years. He was a member of the O'Fallon First Baptist...
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Steven R. Krug
July 6, 1942 - October 8, 2017
Steven R. Krug, 75, of Belleville, IL, born July 6, 1942 In Belleville, passed away October 8, 2017 in Swansea, IL.Mr. Krug was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ in Belleville where he was active in the Men & Ladies Fellowship. After working as a foreman for East St. Louis Castings Co., Steve became an officer for the Belleville Police Dept. in 1973. While with the department, he...
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Lisa Denise Jones
October 30, 1965 - October 8, 2017
Lisa Denise (nee Cox) Jones, 51, born on October 30th, 1965 in East St. Louis, Illinois, passed away at her father's residence in Collinsville, Illinois on October 8th, 2017. She was the manager of the Spring Garden Restaurant for several years. Lisa was a natural born leader, but will be remembered most of all by what she did with the "dash between her dates". She was preceded in death by her...
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Sally A. Szakacsi
August 18, 1945 - September 30, 2017
Sally Ann Szakacsi, nee Denninger, 72, of New Douglas, IL, formerly of Collinsville, born August 18, 1945 in East St. Louis, IL, passed away September 30, 2017 in Springfield, IL.Sally was preceded in death by her parents, Forrest and Opal, nee Potter, Denninger; and two daughters, Ruth Ann Szakacsi and Dusty Spivey.She is survived by a son, Bryan Szakacsi; three grandchildren, Ashley Hayes,...
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Scott D. Eddy
January 5, 1948 - September 26, 2017
Scott D. Eddy, 69, of Fairview Heights, IL, formerly of Dixon, IL, born January 5, 1948 in Dixon, passed away September 26, 2017 in St. Louis, MO.Professionally, Scott was an insurance agent for over 20 years. He was a member of the Elks Lodge, #779 in Dixon where he served as their Exalted Ruler. In his free time, he loved to play golf. A musician since the age of 14, Scott played the drums...
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Donald L. Joines
August 30, 1944 - September 24, 2017
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Patrick Lee Good
June 19, 1953 - September 23, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Levi G. Miller
January 29, 1999 - September 20, 2017
Levi G. Miller, 18, of Collinsville, IL, born January 29, 1999 in Belleville, IL, passed away September 20, 2017 in Collinsville.Levi was an incredibly bright light in a dark world. His smile and laughter were contagious. He was loving and kind to all who knew him. He had a love for animals of all kinds and would have had a Zoo if his mother had let him.Levi was also an avid car enthusiast...
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Samuel Winfield Baugh
September 15, 1930 - September 19, 2017
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Jumana Abdallah
April 7, 1963 - September 18, 2017
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Jumana Abdallah
April 7, 1963 - September 18, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Dwayne J. Schaller
June 26, 1962 - September 15, 2017
Dwayne J. Schaller, 55, of Belleville, IL, born June 26, 1962 in Belleville, passed away September 15, 2017 at his residence.Dwayne worked as a General Contractor in Belleville, a job he truly loved. He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, dedicating four years of service. He was also known as the world's greatest professional Jet Ski rider, and if you didn't believe him, he had the award to...
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Carlton Wiley Estes
October 11, 1924 - September 15, 2017
Carlton W. "Babe" Estes, 92, of Maryville, IL, born October 11, 1924 in Williford, Ark, passed away September 15, 2017 in Maryville.Babe retired from National Stockyards as a livestock handler. Following his retirement, he worked at Scuba Duck carwash in Collinsville. He was also a former member of the Collinsville Nazarene church. In his free time he enjoyed hunting and fishing and was an...
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Marilyn D. Lunsford
October 16, 1935 - September 11, 2017
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Sterling M. Hamilton
November 1, 1946 - September 11, 2017
Sterling "Skip" M. Hamilton, Sr., 70 of Belleville, IL, born November 1, 1946 in Boston, MA, passed away September 11, 2017 in Shiloh IL.Mr. Hamilton was a member of Eastview Baptist Church. He owned and operated Hamilton Electronics in Belleville for 38 years. He was an avid scuba diver and recognized for his role as a rescue diver. Skip loved bass fishing, CB's, and operating his ham radio...
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Naoma J. WALSH
August 13, 1930 - September 10, 2017
Naoma J. Walsh, 87, nee Theis, of Belleville, IL, born August 13, 1930 in Mt. Vernon, IL passed away September 10, 2017 at her residence.Naoma proudly retired after more than 35 years of service to K-Mart where she worked as a Sales Associate. She was a wonderful homemaker who cared for her husband, children, and grandchildren and always kept her home in immaculate condition! She was a woman...
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Patricia Ann Blaies
August 14, 1938 - September 7, 2017
Patricia Ann Blaies, 79, of Freeburg, Illinois, born August 14, 1938, in East St. Louis, Illinois, peacefully, passed away Thursday, September 7, 2017, in Freeburg, Illinois, surrounded by her loving family.Pat worked for Associates Finance in Fairview Heights, until her retirement in 1994. She was an avid reader with a good book always in her hands. She also enjoyed arts and crafts, crocheting...
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James Allen Truell
July 19, 1954 - September 4, 2017
James Allen Truell, 63, of Caseyville, Illinois, born July 19, 1954 in St. Louis, MO, passed away Monday, September 4, 2017, in Belleville, Illinois.Jim enjoyed fishing and passed his passion onto his daughters and family. He loved music and played in several country/rock bands. He could play just about any instrument by ear but focused on guitar, keyboard, and vocals. He was considered by...
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Freda June Samples
August 18, 1932 - September 4, 2017
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Edward M. OBERMEIER
August 19, 1937 - September 3, 2017
Edward "Fast Eddie" Melvin Obermeier, 80, born on August 19, 1937 in Venedy Township, Ill., passed away on September 3, 2017, at home surrounded by his loved ones, in Belleville, Ill.Edward was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church of Belleville, Ill for over 57 years. He was also a previous member of the Moose Lodge 1221 in Swansea, Ill. He loved getting his haircut and really enjoyed cutting...
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Ruth J. DAHM
March 27, 1920 - September 1, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Rosemary Daggett
October 28, 1952 - August 31, 2017
Rosemary Daggett, 64, of Belleville, IL, born October 28, 1952 in East St. Louis, IL, passed away August 31, 2017 in Belleville.Mrs. Daggett retired as case worker with the Illinois Department of Human Services. In her free time she enjoyed caring for her flowers, shopping, and watching television. Rosemary and Steven were able to enjoy their extensive travels together, as they visited places...
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Jerold W. Hutchison
February 27, 1937 - August 30, 2017
Jerold W. "Jake" Hutchison, 80, of Fairview Heights, IL, born Feb. 27, 1937 in East St. Louis, IL, passed away August 30, 2017 in Belleville, IL.Mr. Hutchison retired after 30 years with Cotton Belt railroad in East St. Louis. He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army. In his free-time he enjoyed woodcarving, gardening and reading books. He was a huge St. Louis Cardinals and St. Louis Blues fan...
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Alice M. DONATO
May 29, 1938 - August 26, 2017
Alice M. Donato, nee Hemmer, 79, of Fairview Heights, Illinois, born May 29, 1938, in Lebanon, Illinois, passed away, Saturday, August 26, 2017 in Belleville, Illinois.Alice was a faithful member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Fairview Heights, Illinois. She loved gardening and tending to her flowers; especially, her rose bushes. She enjoyed camping and loved her dogs. Every holiday season...
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William Howard Dunham
August 31, 1947 - August 26, 2017
William H. Dunham, Jr., 69, of Belleville, IL, born August 31, 1947 in Gastonia, NC, passed away on August 26, 2017 in St. Louis, MO.Mr. Dunham retired as a Tech Sergeant after 20 proud years of service in the U.S. Air Force and was a recipient of the Purple Heart. During that time he spent six years in Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand, then Korea where he met his wife, the Philippines and...
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Steven Michael Field
January 1, 1966 - August 20, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Patricia A. Schmidt
January 12, 1934 - August 18, 2017
Patricia Schmidt, 83, of St. Louis, MO, formerly of Cahokia, IL, born Jan. 12, 1934 in St. Louis, MO, passed away August 18, 2017 at her residence.Patricia's kind spirit and demeanor was displayed throughout her life as she filled the roles of caretaker and homemaker. Her greatest love was her family, which stretched five generations.She was preceded in death by loving relatives and friends,...
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Louella Mae Eiskant
January 22, 1935 - August 17, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Christopher Lyle Davis
October 13, 1971 - August 15, 2017
Christopher L. Davis, 45, born October 13, 1971 in Alton, IL, passed away on August 15, 2017 in Belleville, IL from an apparent heart attack.Chris will always be remembered for his free spirit and his kind and helpful nature towards friends and family. Known for being an excellent cook, he regularly prepared meals for his fellow workers at Roesch, Inc. where he worked many years as a welder. He...
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Roy Eugene Carter
July 20, 1928 - August 15, 2017
Roy Eugene Carter, 89, of Fairview Heights, Illinois, born July 20, 1928 in Amagon, Arkansas, passed away, Tuesday, August 15, 2017, in Fairview Heights, Illinois. Roy proudly served his country during the Korean Conflict in the United States Navy. He will truly be missed by all who knew him. Surviving are his sister, Lmay Schuerger, of Troy, Illinois and many nieces, nephews, other relatives...
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Harry H. HUSSMANN
February 4, 1929 - August 13, 2017
Burial arrangements under the direction of Lake View Memorial Gardens.
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Frances V. Brown
January 6, 1925 - August 13, 2017
Frances V. Brown, nee Hillhouse, 92, born January 6, 1925 in Marie, Arkansas, passed away August 13, 2017 in Belleville, IL.Frances loved spending time with her family, especially time spent spoiling her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking, needlework, gardening, and swimming with her friends at the YMCA. She was a long-time faithful member of St. Matthew's United Methodist...
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Robert L. Tweedy
September 28, 1933 - August 4, 2017
Burial arrangements under the direction of Lake View Memorial Gardens.
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James Bass
January 30, 1946 - August 4, 2017
James "J.B." Bass, 71, of Fairview Heights, IL, born January 30, 1946 in Varner, Arkansas, passed away August 4, 2017 as his residence.James loved spending time with his grandkids and his family was extremely important to him.He was preceded in death by his parents, Cleo and Addie B., nee Fortune, Robinson; a daughter, Carmella McIntyre; three brothers, Clarence Bass, John Lee Henderson, and...
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Thomas E. Foltz
June 13, 1950 - August 4, 2017
Thomas E. Foltz, 67, of Belleville, IL, born June 13, 1950 in Marshall, MO, passed away August 4, 2017 in Belleville.Tom was a proud Navy veteran with 10 years of active duty service. He worked in the Information Technology field. He spent time at the Pentagon and was well traveled in Europe and many other global places. Tom would spend the next 33 years working for Dow Jones/The Wall Street...
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Edward H. Barfield
September 10, 1934 - August 3, 2017
Edward H. Barfield, 82, of San Antonio, TX, formerly of Belleville, IL, born September 10, 1934 in Diswood, IL, passed away August 3, 2017 in San Antonio. Ed retired as an Installer for the Western Electric Company. He was a former member of Westview Baptist Church and the Angler's Club.He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Gloria M., nee Harris, Barfield, who died May 25, 2001; his...
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Deborah A. Lorsbach
December 23, 1949 - July 30, 2017
Deborah A. Lorsbach, nee File, 67, of Glen Carbon, IL, born on Dec. 23, 1949 in Alton, IL passed away on July 30, 2017 in Glen Carbon.Deborah worked as a Registered Nurse at Eden Village Retirement Community in Glen Carbon. She loved her career and it showed in the way she connected so strongly with those patients under her care. Her diligence was recognized as she obtained a Master's Degree in...
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Linda Petrosky
November 28, 1951 - July 29, 2017
Linda Sue Petrosky, 65, of O'Fallon, Illinois, born November 28, 1951, passed away Saturday, July 29, 2017, in Mascoutah, Illinois.Linda was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, a city she loved dearly. She received her Bachelors of Fine Arts from Wayne State University. She devoted her life to nonprofits and charitable work. She began her career and found her niche with the Detroit Institute...
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Jennie L. Gabel
February 2, 1934 - July 28, 2017
Jennie Lee Gabel (nee Dittle), 83, of Fairview Heights, IL., born on February 2, 1934 in Belleville, IL., passed away in Fairview Heights, IL., July 28, 2017.Jennie was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church. She and her seven children lived in many locations during her husband's 25 year naval career. She participated in the Naval Drama Guild and performed in many plays. She also loved reading...
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Shirley R. GAMLIN
August 27, 1929 - July 27, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, IL.
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Wayne R. Obst
April 13, 1937 - July 25, 2017
Wayne R. Obst, 80, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2017 in his home in St Petersburg, FL. He was born on April 13, 1937 in Belleville, IL to Luin and Esther Obst of Belleville, IL. Wayne grew up in Belleville and graduated from Belleville Township High School in 1955. He attended Indiana Tech & Belleville Area College receiving his AD degree in Civil Engineering. Wayne served in the...
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Roma Marie Renspurger
May 1, 1929 - July 24, 2017
Roma Marie Renspurger (nee White), 88, of Trenton, Ill, born on May 1, 1929, passed away on July 24, 2017 in Breese, Ill.Roma married Eugene "Jim" Renspurger on February 18, 1950 in East St. Louis. Roma worked at the post office in Trenton, Ill for over 27 years, and became the Post Master in 1975. When the Cub Scout program was formed, Roma was one of the first Den Mothers. She was also a ...
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Frank Sabo
November 9, 1932 - July 23, 2017
Frank J. Sabo, 84 of Red Bud, Illinois, born November 9, 1932, in Trenton, New Jersey, passed away, Sunday, July 23, 2017 in Red Bud, Illinois. Frank had previously lived in Belleville, Prairie du Rocher, and Lebanon, Illinois. Frank proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He loved working in sales. He was a route salesman for Old Vienna Potato Chips and later sold insurance for...
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Imogene Abernathy
October 5, 1927 - July 21, 2017
Abernathy, Imogene (nee: Jackson), of St. Charles, MO, died on Friday, July 21, 2017, at the age of 89. Loving wife of the late Lucian Abernathy, Jr.; beloved daughter of the late Frank and Mertis Jackson; devoted mother of Dianna (Larry) Gean, Shelia Kay (James) Gallamore, and Brett (Lillian) Abernathy; cherished grandmother of David (Mary) Gean, Mark (Sheryl) Gean, Susan (Gary Jenkins) Gean,...
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