Obituaries
Obituaries in Highland, Lebanon, Pocahontas, Albion, Allendale, West Salem, Collinsville, and Cisne and their surrounding areas in Illinois
Lee M Rinderer
Oct 21, 2025
Lee M. Rinderer, 61, of Highland, IL, passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at his home surrounded by many loved ones.
He was born January 13, 1964, in Highland, IL, to Henry and Norma (nee Schoeck) Rinderer. On June 17, 1989, he married Angie Friedel at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Bethalto, IL.
Lee was an active member...
Marion L Harmon
Oct 21, 2025
Marion Levi Harmon, 86, of Centralia, IL passed away Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in O’Fallon, IL.
Marion was born July 15, 1939, to Virgil and Doris (Bradley) Harmon in Johnsonville, IL. He married Gail Fair on June 24, 1960, in Salem, IL, who preceded him in death.
After graduating from Salem High School, Marion served in the United...
Steven E. Sander
Oct 20, 2025
Steven E. Sander, 68, of New Douglas, IL, passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL.
He was born on July 24, 1957, in Highland, IL, to Orville and Jean (nee Tobin) Sander. On September 1, 2006, he married Brenda Kaye Long, in Edwardsville, IL.
Steven was a member of Salem United Church of Christ in Alhambra,...
Terry L. Bohnstadt
Oct 20, 2025
Terry L. Bohnstadt, 62, of Collinsville, IL, passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025, at Anderson Hospital, in Maryville, IL.
He was born on March 3, 1963, to John and Diane (nee Wysaki) Bohnstadt in Michigan City, IN.
Terry was an avid outdoorsman who found joy in fishing, hunting, and golfing with his friends. He loved spending time camping with his children...
Phyllis Jo Eickelman
Oct 19, 2025
Phyllis Jo Eickelman, age 73, of Collinsville, formerly of Tamms, Illinois, passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025 at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, Illinois.
She was born on May 1, 1952 to Billy Joe and Paula Maree (Miller) Eickelman in Cairo, Illinois.
Phyllis had worked for Angelica Uniform Company for 29 years.
She is survived by her fiancée and companion of 40 years,...
Bernice Marie (nee Haberer) Kovach
Oct 19, 2025
Bernice Marie (nee Haberer) Kovach, 99, of Pocahontas, IL, passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in O’Fallon, IL.
She was born on June 25, 1926, in Millersburg, IL, to Harry and Sophia (nee Siever) Haberer, and was the only girl among three brothers: Norbert “Spike”, Dale, and Maurice Haberer.
Bernice graduated from Pocahontas High School in...
Autumn N. Fairchild
Oct 19, 2025
Autumn N. Fairchild, 43, of Collinsville, IL, passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at home, surrounded by her family.
She was born on October 29, 1981, at Memorial Hospital in Belleville, IL, to Robert “Bob” and Cynthia (nee Howell) Fairchild, Jr.
Autumn has lived in the Collinsville area her entire life. She graduated from Collinsville High School in 1999, and then...
Connie Hosselton
Oct 17, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Connie Lee Hosselton, a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who departed this life on October 17, 2025, at the Coulterville Rehab and Health Center in Coulterville, IL. Connie was born on February 6, 1943, in Olney, IL. She was 82 years old.
Connie was preceded in death by her...
Yoshiko Chitose Huddle
Oct 9, 2025
Yoshiko Chitose Huddle, 93, of Highland, IL, passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at Stillwater Senior Living Center, Edwardsville, IL.
She was born on December 27, 1931, in Kumamoto, Japan, to Genda Chitose and Natsuko Sasa Chitose. She was the third oldest of six children of a schoolteacher father and homemaker mother.
Yoshiko is survived by her six sons, Michael, Peter...
Lawrence E. Frank
Oct 7, 2025
Lawrence E. Frank, age 90, of Highland, IL, passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital in Breese, IL.
He was born on May 2, 1935, in Alhambra, IL, to Clemens and Alma (née Ohren) Frank, Sr. On September 6, 1958, Lawrence married Patricia M. Frey at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Pierron, IL.
Lawrence lived in the...
William E. Welchlen
Oct 4, 2025
William E. Welchlen, 71, of Pocahontas, IL, passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at HSHS St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, IL.
He was born on January 10, 1954, in Highland, IL, to Earl and June (nee Kantner) Welchlen. On March 24, 1979, William married Connie Hoyt at the First Congregational Church in Highland, IL.
William liked antique cars, going to car...
Mary Ann Ambuehl
Oct 4, 2025
Mary Ann Ambuehl, 92, of Troy, IL, passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at Hitz Memorial Home in Alhambra, IL.
She was born on February 12, 1933, in Bonne Terre, MO, to Roy and Wilma (nee Sieberg) Henderson.
Mary Ann grew up in Highland, IL, and graduated from Highland High School. She worked as a manager for the 4-0 Quick Schop...
Lorelei Nancy Wrobbel
Oct 2, 2025
Lorelei Nancy Wrobbel, of Highland, IL, passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at Children’s Hospital in St. Louis, MO.
She was born on September 2, 2025, at HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital in Breese, IL, to Parker and Johannah (nee Comish) Wrobbel.
Lorelei was a beautiful and spirited baby girl whose family loves her very much and will miss her dearly.
She was...
Karl August Case
Sep 30, 2025
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Karl August Case, 48, of West Salem, IL on September 30, 2025.
Karl August Case was born August 11, 1977 in Olney, IL to Karl Alan and Katheryn (Taylor) Case. He married Melody (Luthe) on October 5, 1996 in West Salem, IL. They were to celebrate their 29th anniversary this year. During these...
Daniel J. Atwood
Sep 24, 2025
Daniel J. Atwood, 51, of Collinsville, IL, passed away on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at his home.
He was born on February 10, 1974, in Belleville, IL, to Jimmie and Carol (nee Votava) Atwood.
Danny was a man who could bring any engine back to life. Whether it was a lawn mower, a motorcycle, or a car, if it had a motor,...
James McAtee
Sep 24, 2025
James McAtee, 67, of O’Fallon, MO, passed away, Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at the Delmar Gardens of O’Fallon in O’Fallon, MO.
He was born September 9, 1958, to Edmond and Kay (nee Kastner) McAtee, Jr.
James will be remembered as a man who lived life with joy and curiosity. He had a passion for golfing, spending countless hours on the course with...
Craig Lamont Robertson
Sep 24, 2025
Craig Lamont Robertson, 54, of Fairview Heights, IL passed away on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. Craig was born in Centralia, IL on August 21, 1971, to John Robertson Jr. and Lou V. Robertson, both of whom preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his mother-in-law, JoAnn Hahn.
Craig is survived by his wife Wendy; daughter, Malia; son,...
Lynn M. Schmidt
Sep 23, 2025
Lynn M. Schmidt, 71, of Highland, IL, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at her home.
She was born on October 3, 1953, in Highland, IL, to Joseph and Genevieve (nee Frey) Korte. On April 28, 1974, she married James “Jim” Schmidt at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Pierron, IL.
Lynn grew up in Highland, IL, and graduated from Highland High...
Timothy C. "Tim" Nicoson
Sep 23, 2025
Timothy “Tim” C. Nicoson, 35, of Highland, IL, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at HSHS St. Joseph Hospital in Highland, IL.
He was born on November 24, 1989, at Scott Air Force Base, IL, to Michael E. and Valerie F. (nee Ware) Nicoson.
Timothy was a devoted and beloved member of the Highland, IL, Bulldogs coaching staff. He attended many...
William Charles Herling, Sr.
Sep 17, 2025
William C. Herling, Sr., 93, of Belleville, IL, passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at St. Paul’s Senior Community, in Belleville, IL.
He was born on December 30, 1931, in St. Louis, MO, to William C. and Ruth (nee Boeckstiegel) Herling. In 1965 he married the love of his life, Margaret Morton, in St. Louis, MO.
William was a man who lived...
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