Obituaries

Jun 7, 2024

Jake “Andy” Hinterser, III, 61, of Highland, IL, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, Friday, June 7, 2024, at his home in Highland, IL.

He was born November 5, 1962, in Granite City, IL, to Jacob A. and Judith Ann (nee Past) Hinterser, Jr. On September 11, 1999, he married the love of his life, Dana...

Jun 5, 2024

Marjorie Joan Cundiff, 69, of Royalton, passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at her home. She was born on September 30, 1954, in Fairfield, IL to Lee and Rosie (Tondini) Bolen. She married Melvin Earl Cundiff on May 5, 1973, and he survives.

Marjorie was of the Christian Faith.

She is survived by her...

Jun 3, 2024

Donald R. Garcia, 65, of Troy, IL, passed away Monday, June 3, 2024, at his home.

He was born September 1, 1958, in Denver, CO, to Albert Garcia and Francis (nee Manzanaros) Garcia. Don married his wife DeeDee on May 1, 1987.  In Edwardsville, IL.

Donald was a culinary artist at heart. His passion for...

Jun 3, 2024

MaryAnn L. Koch, 90, of Highland, IL, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, Monday, June 3, 2024, at Cedarhurst Senior Living, Memory Care, Highland, IL.

She was born December 3, 1933, at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Highland, IL, to Eugene and Irene (Nee Knebel) Bellm.  On December 26, 1955, she married Russell Koch at St. Paul Catholic...

May 31, 2024

Patricia Mary Frank, 85, of Highland, IL passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024, at Breese Nursing Home.

She was born on May 14, 1939, in Highland, IL, to Edgar and Melba (nee Gall) Frey and grew up on the family farm east of Pierron. She graduated from St. Paul Catholic High School in 1958. On September...

May 28, 2024

Janet A. Pendegraft, 72, of Belleville, IL, passed away on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at home, surrounded by her family.

She was born on December 9, 1951, in St. Louis, MO, to William “Bill” and Ellen (nee Blanton) Overbey. On September 12, 1972, she married Ervin R. Pendegraft in Belleville, IL.

Janet grew up in...

May 22, 2024

Scott A. Manville of Highland, IL passed away on May 22, 2024 at the age of 62.

He was born September 29, 1961 in Highland to James and Mary (nee Merkel) Manville. Scott grew up in Highland, graduating from Highland High School in 1980.  He went on to attend Belleville Area College, from which he graduated the...

May 22, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of our beloved wife and mother, Sylvia Ann (nee Wisnasky) Pendegraft, who left us on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, after a beautifully lived life.

Sylvia was born on October 20, 1934, in Hamel, IL, to Joseph and Emeline (nee McCain) Wisnasky. On July 2, 1966, she married...

May 15, 2024

Jacob William Moudy, age 37, of West Salem, IL passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home on May 15th, 2024. He was born on November 5th, 1986 in Olney, IL.

He was the father of two sweet girls: Katey and Jayda. In his life he accomplished two associate degrees in Machine Shop Technology, Industrial Technologies...

May 15, 2024

Charles Hueseman, 79, of Collinsville, IL, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024.

He was born on May 12, 1945, in East St. Louis, IL, to Carl and Margaret (nee Levin) Hueseman.

Born with a natural talent for fixing things, Charles found joy in the art of repair. From his beloved old cars to the...

May 14, 2024

Shirley J. Haner, 89, of Collinsville, IL, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at La Bella Nursing Home in Edwardsville, IL.

She was born on December 26, 1934, in Cape Girardeau, MO, to Leon and Hulda (nee Heider) Garner. On March 26, 1954, she married the love of her life, William “Bill” John Haner in St....

May 9, 2024

Carolyn A. Masterson, 73, of Pocahontas, IL, passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL.

She was born on January 15, 1951, in East St. Louis, IL, to Earl and Mary (nee Beard) Slape.

Carolyn grew up in East St. Louis, IL, before moving to Pocahontas in 1967. She graduated...

May 2, 2024

Hayden A. Konieczny, 10, of Lebanon, IL, passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2024, at home surrounded by her family.

She was born on May 14, 2013, at St. Mary’s Hospital in St. Louis, MO, to Ronald P. Konieczny and Anna L. Konieczny.

Hayden had the odds stacked against her from birth. Day by day...

Apr 30, 2024

James “Jim” Wilson Hedrick, 93, of Mt. Erie, Il. passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at Wabash Senior Living and Rehabilitation Center in Carmi, IL.

Jim was born November 30, 1930, to Wilson and Edna (Putney) Hedrick. He married Marjorie “Marge” Shannon on June 17, 1952, in Mt. Erie, IL. She preceded him in death on April...

Apr 23, 2024

Patricia “Pat” Hendricks, 81, of Fairview Heights, IL, passed away on April 23, 2024, peacefully, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born May 11, 1942, in East St. Louis, IL to Walter and Mary (nee Grass) Christenson. On December 17, 1993, she married Raymond Hendricks in Nashville, TN.

Pat had been...

Apr 23, 2024

William R. “Bob” Jenner, 92, of Pocahontas, IL, was called to his heavenly home Tuesday, April 23, 2024.

He was born on March 21, 1932, in Beaucoup, IL. When he was seven, he was adopted by his loving parents, Marion and Mary (nee Cochran) Jenner. On November 27, 1954, he married the love of his life Loretta...

Apr 22, 2024

Lorna Rose Harris, 96, of Highland, IL, passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024, at Meridian Village in Glen Carbon, IL.

She was born on May 15, 1927, in Highland, IL, to Arthur and Myrtle (nee Raeber) Ritt. On June 17, 1947, Lorna married the love of her life, Roland Harris, at St. Paul Catholic Church in...

Apr 22, 2024

Diane J. Reidelberger, 68, of Highland, IL, entered into rest on April 22, 2024. She passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on August 17, 1955, in Highland, IL to Harold and Cordelia (nee Zoeller) Frey. On April 1, 1980, Diane married Joseph “Bud” Reidelberger at St. Paul Church in...

Apr 19, 2024

John A. Christ, 61, of Lebanon, IL, entered into rest on April 19, 2024.  He passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

John was born July 6, 1962, in Belleville, IL to Donald and Elizabeth (Nee Fohne) Christ.  He hit the ground-running as an adored son and brother, and his younger years were...

Apr 18, 2024

Michael Chad May, 54, of Marine, IL, passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO.

He was born on January 23, 1970, in Belleville, IL, to Charles “Chuck” and Betty (nee Ackerson) May.

Chad has lived in Marine for 25 years, moving from Highland, and was a member...