Obituaries

Oct 17, 2012

Thomas Michael Diamond, 45, of Highland, IL, born February 6, 1967 in Alexandria, LA, died Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2012, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Highland, IL.

Tom grew up travelling the country in an Air Force family, but was proud to have graduated in the Mascoutah High School Class of 1985. After high school, he attended Montana...

Oct 2, 2012

Richard J. “Dick” Ogden, 70, of Lebanon, IL, born January 6, 1942, in Belleville, IL, died Tuesday, October 2, 2012, at his home surrounded by his family.

Dick was an Investigator for the Defense Security Service, Scott AFB, IL, retiring in 2002.  He was a graduate of McKendree College (now University) and later received his master’s degree...

Oct 1, 2012

Carl Frank Barojas was born on February 26, 1927 in E. St. Louis, IL to Frank and Thelma (nee Payne) Barojas.

He was preceded in death by both parents, 2 sisters, Rosie T. Brown, Frances C. Burns, 1 brother, Mariano Barojas.

He gave his life to Christ at an early age.  He lived in E....

Sep 16, 2012

Anna “Flo” Bequette, 76, of Summerfield, IL, died Sunday, September 16, 2012, at her residence with her family by her side.

Anna was born October 31, 1935 to Joseph Kyle and Belle Elizabeth (nee Sonsoucie) Missey.  On January 31, 1953 she married Leo Louis Bequette.

She was a loving mother and grandmother.  She loved to...

Sep 6, 2012

Jason Michael Kutz, 27, of Highland, IL, died Thursday, September 6, 2012 at St. Louis University Hospital, St. Louis, MO.

Jason was born July 28, 1985 in Belleville, IL to Daniel E. and Lisa M. (nee Richards) Kutz, Sr.

Jason’s love of life and people was unconditional and people loved him. He was always positive,...

Aug 31, 2012

Janelle M. Schmidt (nee Reidelberger), 26, of Highland, IL, died Friday, August 31, 2012, at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL.

Janelle was born January 29, 1986 to Jerry and Jeanne (nee Draper) Reidelberger, at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL.  On July 16, 2010 she married Gene Schmidt, Jr.  This marriage ended in divorce.

Janelle graduated Highland High...

Aug 28, 2012

Eunice M. Meridith (nee Snyder), 96, of Highland, IL, died Tuesday, August 28, 2012, at Faith Care Center, Highland, IL.

Eunice was born December 25, 1915, to William and Susan (nee Orrell) Snyder, South of Patoka, IL.  On May 10, 1934 she married James W. Meridith.

Eunice was a member of 1 st United Methodist...

Aug 25, 2012

Dean M. Saathoff, 79, of Grantfork, IL, died Saturday, August 25, 2012, at St. Joseph Hospital, Highland, IL.

Dean was born July 6, 1933 to Rufus and Lucille (nee Molloy) Saathoff, in Sorento, IL.  On September 27, 1952 he married Sue Thacker in Edwardsville, IL.

Dean was a truck driver for Teamsters Locals 600 and...

Aug 17, 2012

Fern E. Zeller (nee Hediger), 95, of Pocahontas, IL, died Friday, August 17, 2012, at her residence.

Fern was born July 7, 1917 to Charles R. and Emma M (nee Munton) Hediger, at home in Bond County.  She married Lester “Big Boy” Zeller.

Fern loved spending time with her family and spoiling her grandchildren.  She...

Aug 5, 2012

John Taylor, 45, of Highland, IL, died Sunday, August 5, 2012, at his residence with his family by his side.

John was born November 11, 1966, to Raymond and Shirley (nee Hager) Taylor, in Hannibal, MO.  On May 21, 1988 he married Sarah Cunningham, in Center, MO.

John attended Highland Hope United Methodist Church, Highland,...

Aug 1, 2012

Donald D. Potts, 75, of Pocahontas, IL, died Wednesday, August 1, 2012, at his residence, with his family by his side.

Don was born March 7, 1937, to Andrew and Marie (nee Charlier) Potts, in Granville, IL.  On July 14, 1971 he married Joan Mary Sohn, in Centralia, IL.

Don was a member of Smith...

Jul 27, 2012

Celeste M. Knebel passed away on July 27, 2012 at the age of 86. Celeste developed Alzheimer’s disease in late 2010, and the disease intensified in May 2012. She was able to pass peacefully in the presence of loved ones. Celeste was born on June 1, 1926, at the family farm near Pierron, IL to Walter W. Knebel and...

Jul 24, 2012

Charles Winston "Chaz" Cornish, 60, of Vallejo, Calif., born July 4, 1952, in Oakland, Calif., departed this life Tuesday, July 24, 2012, at his residence.

Chaz attended school in Lebanon, Ill., where he participated in the athletic program under the direction of Mr. Hank Felt. As a Boy Scout he advanced to Eagle Scout and president of...

Jul 23, 2012

Ronald A. “Ron” Boschelli, 80, of Highland, IL, died Monday, July 23, 2012, at St. Joseph Hospital, E/R, Highland, IL.

Ron was born April 14, 1932 to Eugene and Mabel (nee Thompson) Boschelli, in Des Plaines, IL.  On December 13, 1980, he married Viola K. Lindgens, at Highland Community Church, Highland, IL.

Ron owned and...

Jul 8, 2012

Sam Rodriguez, Jr., 74, of Lebanon, IL, died Sunday, July 8, 2012, at his residence.

Sam was born September 17, 1937 to Samuel and Anita (nee Sandoval) Rodriguez, in Dodge City, KS.  On March 25, 1993 he married Thelma Rodriguez in Dupo, IL.

He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Lebanon, IL, and...

Jul 7, 2012

Mother Ruth Ann Edwards (nee Thomas), 88, of Lebanon, IL, died Saturday, July 7, 2012 at her residence.

She was born October 25, 1923, to Patrick and Leonia Thomas, in Lexington, MS.  On September 5, 1954 she married Robert Edwards in Caruthersville, MO.

She was a domestic worker for the Pfeffer Family in Lebanon, IL...

Jun 2, 2012

David L. Volz, 61, of Nashville, IL died Saturday, June 2, 2012, at Washington County Hospital, Nashville, IL.

David was born November 24, 1950 to Alfred and Betty (nee Barnes) Volz, in Highland, IL. On June 15, 1973, he married Debra M. Barr, at St. Paul Catholic Church, Highland, IL.

David grew up in Alhambra,...

Jun 2, 2012

David L. Volz, 61, of Nashville, IL died Saturday, June 2, 2012, at Washington County Hospital, Nashville, IL.

David was born November 24, 1950 to Alfred and Betty (nee Barnes) Volz, in Highland, IL. On June 15, 1973, he married Debra M. Barr, at St. Paul Catholic Church, Highland, IL.

David grew up in Alhambra,...

May 30, 2012

Dennis Mejia, 78, of Highland, IL, died Wednesday, May 30, 2012, at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Belleville, IL.

Dennis was born August 26, 1933, to Benjamin and Gertrude (nee Deck) Mejia, in Franklin, OH.

He retired after 32 years of service with Business Enterprise Programs for the blind and served on numerous boards and committees.  Most...

May 26, 2012

John Pietro Provinzano, age 60, departed this life on May 26, 2012, at 1:37 a.m., at his home in Highland, IL, surrounded by loved ones.  John was born on March 14, 1952 in Mattoon, IL to Vito “Vic” and Lucille (Stein) Provinzano.  John married Deborah Bayley on August 6, 1982, who survives.  John was a graduate of Eastern Illinois...