Obituaries

Jan 30, 2022

Steven Allen “Steve” Elliott, Sr., 66, Albion, IL passed away on Sunday January 30, 2022, at his residence.  He was born December 13, 1955, to Dallas Sr., and Helen (Hess) Elliott in Mt. Carmel, IL. Steve married Bessie Jones on December 20, 1982.

He worked for Williams Construction of Albion.  Steve enjoyed wood working and made tables,...

Jan 30, 2022

Melvin N. “Mel” Callico, 71, of Highland, IL, passed away January 30, 2022, at home, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on October 13, 1950, in East St Louis, IL to Vincent N. and Grace M. (nee Warden) Callico.  On August 2, 1969, he married the love of his life, Margaret Dobler, in East St...

Jan 29, 2022

Edward L. Nesbit Jr., 80, of St. Charles, MO, passed away January 29, 2022, with his loving family by his side.

He was born on December 9, 1941, in East St. Louis, IL to Edward L. and Lois G. (nee Beard) Nesbit. He married the love of his life, Paulette Wegman, on August 18, 1989.

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Jan 29, 2022

Jarron Evan Haberer, 14, of Highland, IL, was called to Heaven on Saturday, January 29, 2022.

Jarron was born May 25, 2007, in Breese, IL, to Jessie (Busch) Hankins and Danny Haberer.

Jarron was a Freshman at Highland High School.  He wrestled in the Highland Bulldogs Jr. Wrestling Club for eight years.  Jarron had the...

Jan 29, 2022

Patricia Ann Barr, 89, of Highland, IL, passed away on Saturday, January 29, 2022, at Countryside Manor in Aviston, IL.

She was born on November 6, 1932, in Pocahontas, IL, to John and Mildred (nee Gillespie) Potts. On December 29, 1950, she married Joseph “Red” Barr at Edgemont Bible Church in East St. Louis, IL.

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Jan 28, 2022

Sandra J. “Sandy” Kloss, 60, of Highland, IL, passed away peacefully Friday, January 28, 2022, at home, surrounded by her family.

Sandy was born January 3, 1962, to Melvin and Bernadine (nee Guentensberger) Frey, in Belleville, IL.; one of nine kids.  On May 15, 1982, she married Robert Kloss at St. Paul Catholic Church in Highland, IL....

Jan 22, 2022

Donna J. Thompson, 79, of Rinard, Illinois passed away at her home Saturday, January 22, 2022.

Donna was born November 5, 1942, at Cisne, Illinois to Pearl and Lillie Ester (Brown) Leathers.  She married Gordon Dee Thompson, April 9, 1961, at Providence General Baptist Church and he survives.

Donna was a housewife and...

Jan 21, 2022

Jodie R. Churchwell, 35, of Albion, IL, died on Friday January 21, 2022, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital, Newburgh, IN.

She was born September 12, 1986, to Mike and Carolyn (Lockler) Goldman in Fairfield, IL.

There’s a lot anyone can say about Jodie and a lot of people knew her for her beautiful smile.. but one...

Jan 16, 2022

Lillian Marie Rommersckirchen Wehrle, 97, of Salisbury, NC, passed away January 16, 2022, at Northeast Hospital in Kannapolis, NC.

She was born December 16, 1924, in Pocahontas, IL to Herman and Lililan (nee Minerva) Rommerskirchen, the eighth of eleven children.  She married Earl H. “Butch” Wehrle.

She was an active member of Franklin Presbyterian Church,...

Jan 14, 2022

Alvin W. Seger Sr., 72, of Collinsville IL, passed away, Friday, January 14, 2022, at Memorial Hospital in Belleville, IL.

He was born September 19, 1949, to Vernon and Mary (nee Johnson) Seger, in Belleville, IL.

Alvin Seger was a builder. Alvin built great things with his hands, thanks to his carpentry skills and wizardry...

Jan 14, 2022

Elizabeth ‘Betty’ Bailey, 82, of Mt. Erie, Illinois passed away Friday, January 14, 2022, at Cisne Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center.

Betty was born February 25, 1939, at Huntingburg, Indiana to Edwin L. and Clara (Rohleder) Bosler.  She married Carl E. ‘Jack’ Bailey November 26, 1967, at Ellery, Illinois.  He preceded her in death November 16, 2010.

Jan 12, 2022

Don Berger, 74, Albion, IL, passed from this life to his heavenly home on Wednesday January 12, 2022, at Deaconess Heart Hospital, Newburgh, IN. He was born February 14, 1947, in Olney, IL to Fred and Peggy Marie (McCord) Berger. He married Diana Hart on January 22,1965 in Albion, IL.

He was a member of the First...

Jan 11, 2022

John Borders, 56, of Collinsville, IL, passed away peacefully in his home on Tuesday, January 11, 2022.

John was born August 14, 1965, to William and Judith (nee O’Leary) Borders in East St. Louis, IL.

John was a selfless man with a heart of gold, he had never met a stranger, only made new friends. ...

Jan 11, 2022

Jerry Ray (Catfish) Tannahill, 73, of Cisne, Illinois passed away Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at Carle Hospital in Urbana, Illinois.

Jerry was born May 7, 1948, to Ted and Lorene (States) Tannahill at Cisne, Illinois.  He was a proud Dr. Phillips Baby.  He married Cora Ann Kissee March 27, 1971, in Sycamore, Illinois.

Jerry retired...

Jan 10, 2022

Donald J. “Don” May, 59, of Greenville, IL passed away, Monday, January 10, 2022, at his home.

Don was born February 3, 1962 to Gladys Brulee in Vandalia, IL.  He was later adopted by Howard and C. Angeline May.  He married Dorothy Hill on May 27, 2011, in Greenville, IL.

Don was a member of...

Jan 9, 2022

Charlie Wells, 91, Albion, IL, passed away on Sunday January 9, 2022, at his home.

He was born May 9, 1930, in Grayville, IL to Ed and Verder (Owens) Wells. He married Madeline Colyer June 1, 1957, at Oakwood Christian Church in Wayne County, IL.

Charlie was a Korean War veteran, serving our country in...

Jan 8, 2022

Carol Ann Wright, 84 of Collinsville, IL, passed away on January 8, 2022 in Maryville, IL.

She is survived by her husband, Thomas Wright of Collinsville, IL; son, Kenneith E. Wright of Naples, FL; daughter, Laura Ann Wright of Cedar Hill, MO.

Kassly-Meridith Funeral Home, Collinsville, IL

Jan 6, 2022

Bernita L. “Memom” Porter, 93, of Louisville, Illinois passed away Thursday, January 6, 2022, at her home surrounded by her family.

Bernita was born September 1, 1928, at Rinard, Illinois to Berlie Hawkins and Edna (Spriggs) Barnfield.  She married Henry L. Porter April 12, 1947, at Morganfield, Kentucky.  He preceded her in death February 15, 2012.

Jan 5, 2022

Jeanette C. Brashear, 81, of Orchardville, Illinois passed away Wednesday, January 5, 2022, at her home.

Jeanette was born May 26, 1940, to Lester and Gladys (Sanders) Jackson at DeKalb, Illinois.  She married Larry Brashear August 29, 1959, at Wayne City, Illinois and he survives.

Jeanette was a Bank Teller at First National Bank of...

Jan 3, 2022

Patricia Sue Anderson, 75, formerly of West Salem, IL, passed from this life to her heavenly home, January 3, 2022, at Oasis Dementia Care, Evansville, IN.

She was born November 13, 1946, to Kenneth and Donna (Scherer) Sager in Olney, IL. On November 22, 1964, she married Marvin Allen Lomas in Michigan, and he preceded her in...