Obituaries

Dec 30, 2020

Faye Bowles, 83, of Cisne, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at Aperion Care in Fairfield, Illinois

Faye was born October 17, 1937 at Sesser, Illinois to Willie Lawrence and Dorothy Louise (Woods) Hannis She married Orin Bowles October 31, 1953 at Sims, Illinois and he preceded her in death September 18, 2007.

Dec 30, 2020

Kenneth Earl Reid, age 72 of Albion, IL passed from this life to the next on December 30, 2020 at St. Vincent Hospital, Evansville, IN following a long and difficult battle with Covid-19 virus. Kenneth was born on March 24, 1948 in Olney, IL to Earl M. and Lucille (Cowling) Reid. Immediately following high school graduation, he served his...

Dec 29, 2020

Wanda L. Lassen, nee Waites, 98 of Maryville, IL, formerly of Collinsville, born on December 12, 1922 in Ellsinore Missouri, passed away on December 29th, 2020.

Wanda was a homemaker, and worked at Brooks Bottling Company for a time. She was an amazing cook who was devoted to her family. Her unwavering faith in the Lord was...

Dec 28, 2020

David J. Vosholler, 67, of Highland, IL, died Monday, December 28, 2020, at St. Joseph Hospital, Highland, IL, with his family by his side.

David was born November 4, 1953, to Fred “Fritz” and Jean (nee Dubach) Vosholler at St. Joseph Hospital, Highland, IL.  On April 15, 1978 he married Cynthia Bellm at St. Paul Catholic Church,...

Dec 26, 2020

Glenn McDonald born January 7, 1927 to Gilbert and Grace McDonald (nee Schilling) in Tamm’s Illinois.

After moving with his family to Collinsville, Illinois he worked as a farmhand until he joined the United States Navy in 1943. After completing his initial recruit training at Great Lakes Naval base, he was transferred to Norfolk Virginia to complete...

Dec 24, 2020

Miranda Kay Fritchley, age 24 of Albion, IL passed from this life to the next, unexpectantly on December 24, 2020 at her residence. She was born on January 17, 1996 in Olney, IL to David and Shannon (McCarty) Fritchley. When things were going well, Miranda was a loveable, friendly person. She unfortunately lost her battle to addiction and depression...

Dec 24, 2020

Rowena Lanora Raber, age 91 of Albion, IL passed from this life to the next on December 24, 2020 at Wabash General Hospital, Mt. Carmel, IL. Rowena was born on February 10, 1929 in West Salem, IL to Vane Lloyd and Elma Lanora Mason. She married Leo Henry Raber on May 20, 1944 in Allendale, IL and they thoroughly...

Dec 23, 2020

Jack Stuart Mueller, 88, of Caseyville, IL, passed away on Wednesday, December 23, 2020, at Cedarhurst in Highland, IL.

Jack was born February 6, 1932, to Francis “Zeke” and Marion (nee Euno) Mueller at Harrison Hospital in Collinsville, IL. On January 26, 1952, he married Jeanne Ruderer at the First United Presbyterian Church in Collinsville, IL.

Dec 23, 2020

Lynn (nee Weisenberger) Palenchar, 77, died Wednesday, December 23, 2020, at Highland Health Care.

Lynn was born August 15, 1943, to Robert and Patricia (nee Corrigan) Weisenberger, in Cleveland, Ohio.

Lynn enjoyed traveling and she was a big fan of the “Great American Road Trip.” Her adventures led her to visit the 48 states as...

Dec 21, 2020

Jason Clark, 42, of Highland, IL, passed away December 21, 2020.

He was born August 18, 1978, to Timothy and Vickie Clark.

Jason was a jack of all trades; quite the handyman, who could repair anything.  He loved to camp, fish and swim.  His most precious time was spent with his daughter and stepson, who...

Dec 20, 2020

Daniel T. Wegman, 67, of Pocahontas, IL, died Sunday, December 20, 2020, at St. Mary’s Hospital, St. Louis, MO.

He was born March 7, 1953, to Edward and Irene (nee Hediger) Wegman.

Danny loved his time fishing with his daughter, and being around people. He would do anything for anybody, and loved giving to charities....

Dec 20, 2020

Marsha Ann (nee Cross) Brady, 76, of Highland, Illinois, died Sunday, December 20, 2020, at her home.

She was born January 7, 1944, to Butler K. and Georgia E. Cross, in East St. Louis, Illinois.

Marsha worked many years as a Head Start caseworker with Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville, Illinois, where she eventually retired....

Dec 19, 2020

ROY L. SCHELL, 79, of Johnsonville, Illinois, passed away Saturday, December 19, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family.  He had been in Clay County Hospice Care, following a lengthy stay in the hospital due to multiple medical issues, not related to Covid-19.

Roy was born October 5, 1941 to Cecil G. and S....

Dec 18, 2020

Marilyn J. Gurlen, 74, of Collinsville, IL, died Friday, December 18, 2020, at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL.

Marilyn was born Nov. 10, 1946, to Lee and Bessie (Nee Hanks) Hughes in Malden, MO.  On May 30, 1964 she married Donald J. Gurlen in Gideon, MO.

Marilyn was a secretary/bookkeeper and for the last 8 plus...

Dec 15, 2020

Orville D. Walker, 77, of Pocahontas, IL, died Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at his home.

He was born April 26, 1943 to Herschel Andrew “Andy” and Nellie (nee Orr) Walker, in E. St. Louis, IL. On October 16, 1962, he married Veronica “Bonnie” Naeve in E. St. Louis, IL.

Orville was a first and foremost...

Dec 14, 2020

Barbara Ann Springs, 84, of Springfield, IL, died Monday, December 14, 2020 at the Heritage Health Therapy and Senior Care.

Barb was born in St Louis on October 27, 1936, to William Gerhard and Ottilia Helen (nee Huegen) Schulte, of Aviston, IL. In 1953, she married Kenneth Springs of Highland, IL.

Barb was a devout...

Dec 14, 2020

Marilyn Woods, age 92 of Albion, IL passed from this life to the next on December 14, 2020 at the Linda White Hospice House in Evansville, IN. Marilyn was born on August 8, 1928 in Albion to Clarence Victor and Nena Katherine (Ramsey) Horton. On December 12, 1964, she married Otho Woods, and they enjoyed over 20 years together,...

Dec 14, 2020

Thomas "Tom" Tubbs, 84 of Geff, Illinois passed away December 14, 2020 at Cisne Rehabilitation & Health Center.

Tom was born November 25, 1936 to Fred and Laura (Spaulding) Tubbs in Geff, Illinois. He married Bernetta Kiger on July 18, 1956 and she survives. , Tom was a self-employed farmer, also in his earlier life he was...

Dec 13, 2020

Matthew Mace Laws went home to his Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ, at his home with loved ones by his side on December 13, 2020.

Matt was born on December 14, 1967, in St. Louis, Missouri to Paul and Doris Laws.

Matt owned his own business, Signature Painting, and was a member of Faith Family...

Dec 12, 2020

Betty Jean Hagler, 91, of Greenville, IL, passed away, Saturday, December 12, 2020 at Greenville Nursing and Rehab, Greenville, IL.

Betty was born March 12, 1929 to Clyde and Elva (nee Denny) McCasland in Greenville, IL. She married Lavern Hagler on March 21, 1951 in Pocahontas, IL, and they celebrated 69 wonderful years together, earlier this year....