Obituaries

Mar 24, 2024

Glenn E. Neumann, 80, of Highland, IL, passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at St. Joseph Hospital in Breese, with his family by his side.

He was born on June 12, 1943, in Highland, IL, to Ohlen O. and Martha E. (nee Rule) Neumann. On August 9th, 1974, he married Hazel Kruse (Boeker) at Troy United...

Mar 21, 2024

Donald H. “Don” Ottensmeier, 77, of Highland, IL passed away at Breese Nursing Home with his family by his side on Thursday, March 21, 2024.

He was born September 25, 1946, to Leo and Leona (nee Poettker) Ottensmeier. Don attended St. Paul Catholic Schools and was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church.

Don was...

Mar 16, 2024

Judith M. Currie 82, of Lebanon, IL, passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Lebanon Care Center, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on January 30, 1942, to Floyd and Olga (nee Amos) Wuest.

Judith found joy in the gentle rhythm of her sewing machine and the intricate dance of crochet hooks....

Mar 15, 2024

Spencer Thomas Meagher, 63, of Mount Vernon, Passes Away; Beloved Artist and Pastor

Spencer Thomas Meagher, 63, of Mount Vernon, passed away after battling cancer on Friday, March 15, 2024, at his home with his family by his side.

He was a professional artist, specializing in plein air-style painting. In addition to his art career,...

Mar 8, 2024

Donnie Leon Milner

January 23, 1943 - March 8, 2024

Donnie Milner, a beloved resident of Johnsonville, IL, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by loved ones on March 8th, 2024. Born on January 23, 1943, to Johnie and Ruby (Greathouse) Milner, Donnie's life was marked by dedication to his family and community.

Mar 5, 2024

Sharon Wood, 71, of Highland, IL, passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at home, surrounded by her family.

She was born on September 23, 1952, in Mesa, AZ, to Lonnie and Melba (nee Loveall) Bledsaw. On November 21, 1969, she married the love of her life, Donnie Wood, in Woodriver, IL. Sharon and Donnie are members...

Mar 1, 2024

Timothy Brian Yates, 78. of West Salem, Illinois, passed away Friday, March 1, 2024 as a result of an automobile accident.

Tim was born on August 9, 1945 to Colonel C. and Bernice Yates in Olney, Illinois.

He was a member of the United States Air Force, serving his country from 1963-1967. He was a...

Mar 1, 2024

Dathel “Dee” M. Gersbacher, 89, of Collinsville, IL, passed away on Friday, March 1, 2024, at Eden Retirement Home, in Glen Carbon, IL.

She was born February 17, 1935, in Wolf Island, Missouri, to Charles and Orpa (Bratcher) Parker. On June 17, 1972, she married James Gersbacher in Granite City, IL.

Dathel was an outgoing...

Feb 25, 2024

Robert L. Schneider, 72, of Highland, IL, passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2024, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO.

He was born on September 29, 1951, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Highland, to Arthur and Louise (nee Luginbuhl) Schneider. On June 9, 1973, he married the love of his life, Diana Bray, at St....

Feb 20, 2024

Virginia “Jenny” Williamson, age 84, passed from this life to the next to be with her Lord, Jesus Christ on February 20, 2024.

Jenny was born on May 23, 1939 at her grandfather Zach Masterson’s home, which was a log cabin in Burnt Prairie, Illinois. Her parents were Opal Masterson Dunigan and George Gillard. Her grandfather was...

Feb 20, 2024

Casey B. Costello, 67, of Collinsville, IL, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at Evelyn’s House in Creve Coeur, MO, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on November 9, 1956, in Godfrey, IL, to Raymond and Norma (nee Darr) Costello. On June 6, 1981, he married the love of his life, Gayla Hoehn, at...

Feb 13, 2024

Richard "Joe" Lawler of Lebanon, IL passed away at home with his wife by his side at the age of 89 on Tuesday February 13, 2024.

He was born April 19, 1934, to Tom Lawler and Mary Ann Lawler (nee Berrigan).  Joe lived his early life in Ridgway, IL with his three brothers, John, Steve, and Martin,...

Feb 12, 2024

Fr. Jim Dougherty of Belleville, IL peacefully entered eternal rest on February 12, 2024.

Fr. Jim was born in Cairo, IL on October 8, 1942, the son of John and Stephanie (nee Flamm) Dougherty.

Fr. Jim was ordained to serve the people of Southern Illinois on June 1, 1968. His assignments in the Diocese of...

Feb 11, 2024

Sylvia (Silvia) Louise Steele was born on February 14, 1939, in Mobile, AL to the late Robbie Edward Thomas and Joseph Thomas.

She was (1) of three daughters, her sisters Betty Lemons (who preceded her in death) and Josephine Hansel.

She was United in Holy Matrimony on February 14th, 1960, to the love of her...

Feb 9, 2024

Glen Leslie Clodfelter of West Salem passed away on February 9, 2024, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, Indiana with his family by his side.

He was born on June 14, 1937, the son of Raymond & Edna (Voigt) Clodfelter. Glen graduated from Albion High School in 1955. He owned and operated a grain and livestock farm...

Feb 5, 2024

Kent A. Knebel, 61, of Pocahontas, IL, passed away on Monday, February 5, 2024, at HSHS St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, IL.

He was born on November 6, 1962, in Highland, IL, to Maurice J. and Karen A. (nee Zobrist) Knebel. On June 19, 1993, he married Cheryl Hug at The Clubhouse in Jamestown, IL.

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Feb 3, 2024

Keith D. Rogers, 68, of Pocahontas, IL, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his family.

He was born on January 17, 1956, in Salem, IL, to William and Carolyn (nee Cohlmeyer) Rogers. On November 15, 1990, he married Claudette Dickens in Las Vegas, NV.

Keith has lived in Pocahontas...

Feb 2, 2024

Raymond “Ray” E. Simmons, 61, of Granite City, IL, passed away on February 2, 2024, at his home in Granite City, IL.

He was born April 21, 1962, in East St. Louis, IL, to David and Sharon (nee Erb) Simmons.

Ray's life was marked by his unwavering generosity and his ability to forge connections with...

Jan 31, 2024

Correna Smith, 88, of Cisne, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at GreenTree Assisted Living  Facility in Mt. Vernon, Illinois.

Correna was born May 17, 1935 in Wayne City, Illinois to Robert Leon and Sylvia Muriel Rich. She and  Edward Dale Smith were married  November 18, 1953 in Sims, Illinois, and he preceded her in death...

Jan 29, 2024

David C. Kutz, 64, of Highland, IL, passed away on Monday, January 29, 2024, at HSHS St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, IL.

He was born on April 3, 1959, in Salt Lake City, UT, to John and Geraldine (nee Bevering) Kutz Sr. David married Toby (nee Davis) Kutz on October 8, 1988, at the E&R Church in...