Advantage news obituaries on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at her home with family at her side. She was born on November 27, 1951, the daughter of the late Bert Jr. m. Audrey A. Mary Jean Brooks, age 72, formerly of University City, MO. Pam was born on August 21, 1959 in Alton to Ilse (Dahlen) McClintock and the late William E. Eddie was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose life was marked by John D. , at Jersey Community Hospital. Paul, Minnesota; four grandchildren, Liam Carpentier, Muireann Carpentier, Esme Steinbacher Virginia Jeane Fitzgerald, 96, died Sunday, December 29, 2024. (Graham) Chappell. Alec Joseph Vahle, 21, died Monday evening, August 5, 2024 at DePaul Hospital in St. In celebration of his life, visitation will take place from 10 a. Visitation will be held from 4 p. Harper, 71, of Granite City, IL, passed away Mon. July 24, 2020. Friday, January 3, 2024 followed by a celebration of life at her daughter, Linda’s home. Corzine was a very proud owner of In celebration of his life, visitation will be at Irwin Chapel, 591 Glen Crossing Road in Glen Carbon, Illinois on Friday, August 16, 2024, from 4:00 p. Andre’ Dobson will officiate. He was born on September 4, 1949, in Alton, Illinois to Merna (nee Fite) and Melvin Buhs . He became well known in Highland as he positively affected the lives of hundreds of young athletes and their families by highlighting their sports careers. media Paul Gayle Rundell, 90, died at 2:12 p. Visitation will be held on Friday, June 28, 2024, from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm at the Elias Kallal and Schaaf Funeral Home in Godfrey, IL. , passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at her Son’s home in Granite City, IL, where she was currently living. Louis, MO, to Bill R. She was born October 27, 1928 in Alton, the daughter of the late Chesley and Eva (Shearlock) McKee. He was born on June 11, 1942, in Linde East Prussia, Germany. Francis, at the special request of his government, served his country with the U. Terry Lee Widman, 65, passed away at 9:03 a. 7, 2024 at Barnes Hospital in St. Born April 7, 1942 in St. He was born on July 7, 1962, in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of the late George I. He married the former Sheryl Allstun on October 23, 1970, in Billie Ray Birdsong, 61, passed away on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at 8:13 am. . Generally cloudy. Matthew Joseph Scott, 21, of Edwardsville, Illinois passed away at his home on Saturday, June 22, 2024. Martin, 79, went to be with the Lord Friday, October 4, 2024. , 81, devoted husband, father and grandfather, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2024 at his home. Born on May 11, 1938, in Beardstown, Illinois, Charlene was the daughter of the late Benny Badgett, 79, passed away at 11am on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at his residence. Alton, IL (62002) Today. 25, 1971 in Alton, IL to Karen (Henson) Vossenkemper of East Alton and the late William Warix. Friends and Family are invited to celebrate Donald’s incredible life at Crawford Funeral Home on Thursday, November 14, William “Bill” Scott Luebbert, 57, died Monday, November 1, 2021, in Piasa, Illinois. Boston, 74, passed away at 10:49 pm on Friday, August 9, 2024, at home surrounded by his family after a very brief illness. Local attorney and beloved husband and father John P. Louis County, Missouri, the son of the late Thomas and Catherine (Perdue) Wrozier. Louis University, after a long battle with lung disease. Horn, 88, died Friday, March 22, 2204 at DePaul Hospital in St. James Reed, 77, died at 6:45 a. Miller, 87, went to be with the Lord, January 22, 2025 at Stillwater Senior Living Center in Edwardsville. Born September 28, 1964 in Murphysboro, IL, he was the son of Sharon K. She was born in Jerseyville, Illinois on March 28, 1938, one of six children and the only daughter of Robert O. Davis, 68, died at 11:37 a. , 60, passed away suddenly at 8:57 am on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, at OSF Saint Anthony's Health Center Emergency Room. Deborah “Debbie” Kathleen Nolan, 65, of Granite City, IL, passed away Sat. Beauregard was Director of Our Lady of Grace Seminary, as well as Dean of Studies, from 1978 -1999. Other Lambert C. and Terry, her Elbert (Tot) J. M. , Thursday, January 30, 2025 at Jersey Community Hospital in Jerseyville. Born June 10, 1956 in Alameda, CA, he was the only child of US Air Force Master Sargent Eugene Jensen and Yoshiko (Otsuka) Jensen. Benjamin Marvin Witt, 86, passed away on January 24, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. Bud was born on May 28, 1934 in Champaign Il. Despite the physical obstacles that she faced, she never complained. (Petty) Conley. Carol Louise Korte, 64, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at Saint Louis University Hospital. (Coons) Nelson. Larry Dwane Peterson, age 82, of Godfrey, IL, passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at Mercy Hospital, St. Michael Peterson, 43, passed away at 12:25pm on Friday, February 14, 2025, at Alton Memorial Hospital. 27, 2025 at Christian Hospital Northeast in St. Freeman, 96, died at 3:37 a. , Monday, February 17, 2025, at Alton Memorial Hospital surrounded by love, after being diagnosed with esophageal cancer in November. Hagen, 82, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 16, 2024 at his home in Jerseyville. She was born on June 30, 1936 in Venice, IL to Wesley and Marie (Lagerman) Ziegler. , Friday, January 26, 2024 at her home, surrounded by the love of her family. Benjamin Patrick Roundcount,46, died unexpectedly on February 22, 2025, while resting peacefully in his home. He was a life-long farmer and was also well known for his flowers along the Shipman Road. Rapp, 59, of Godfrey, IL, passed away unexpectedly at Alton Memorial Hospital on August 23, 2023, at 6:11 am. Winds SE at 20 to 30 mph. DuPuy was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy (Prusa) DuPuy, and brother-in-law Terry Schwendemann. Karen is survived by two sons, Joshua (Alicia) Furlow of Caseyville, and Brett (Amanda) Furlow of Goose Creek, Missouri; four siblings, Steven (Yvonne) DeWall of Bethalto, Timothy (Sylvia) DeWall of Columbia City, Indiana, David (Sandra) DeWall of East Alton, and Barbara (Peter) Feliz of New York, New York; a sister-in-law, Connie (Kevin) DeWall of Port Verna C. He was born on January 2, 1961, in Alton, IL the son of Nelson E. Holmes, 36, passed away on Monday, November 27, 2023, in St. She was born in Jerseyville, Illinois on February 16, 1955, and was lovingly raised by her mother Betty (Taylor) Conrad, who instilled in her children the virtues of hard work, loyalty to family, and compassion. Nancy Marlene Edwards, 90, danced her way to heaven on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 11:26 p. Steven Lee Russell, 64, died peacefully at 1:22 a. (Schleeper) Davis. She was born Aug. He was born in Jerseyville, Illinois on June 22, 1960, one of three children born to James Lee and Mary Jane (Stevens) Russell. Glenda Kay (Wiseman) Armstrong 71 of Godfrey, IL passed away on August 9th 2023 at her residence with her family by her side. Buchanan Street in Edwardsville, Illinois on Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 9:00 a. and Carol (McCarthy) Olewski. Alan J. and Ruth M. Peggy Elaine Robbins, 61, of Granite City, IL, died at 3:23 a. Located on the parking lot at Henry and Landmarks, the market will be in session, rain or June Blankenship, 63, of Brighton, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at her residence under the care of BJC Hospice. and Antoinette (Parrino) Goetz of Marilyn Heights, MO. Ben is survived by his parents, Kevin and Suzanne Roundcount; his daughter and son in law, Lia (Roundcount) and Shane Tonnies; his brothers and sisters in law, Matt & Mica (Woodfin) Roundcount and Joe & Jessie (Reno) Roundcount; and his nieces and James "Terry" and Carolyn Dooley passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. 22, 2024, at Calvary Baptist Church in Alton, Ill. “Cindy” Aldridge (née Acocks), 59, of Granite City, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 17, 2025, in Alton, Illinois. (Nelson) Lamere, in Mt. Fr. Warix, 53, of East Alton, IL, passed away at 6:19 p. Born August 6, 1949 in Carrollton, IL, she was the daughter of Sam and Mary (Kline) McCaherty. He was born on March 31, 1960, in Wood River, IL the son of James Lewis and Georgia Mae (Newberry) Birdsong. She married Ronald E. Kelly Jeane Abbott, 41, became an angel of Jesus on September 24, 2024. " and She married Robert Elliott on March 25, 1982 in Wood River. William “Bill” C. , Saturday, March 17, 2024 at his residence. in Alton, IL. While stationed at Clark Air Force Base in the Philippines Dexter participated in the historic non-stop airborne circumnavigation of the Earth by Lucky Lady II, a B-50A bomber with Dexter communicating via Morse Code in the coordination of the mid-air refueling Jocelyn A. Located on the parking lot at Henry and Landmarks, the market will be in session, rain or James Allen Corzine, 60, died at 1:51 p. Sybert Brasel, 83, of Vernon Hills, IL, died on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL. on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at his home, surrounded by the love of his family. Cynthia Susan (Patton) Wieneke 64, of Brussels Il, died Monday February 17, 2025, at 4:55 a. Audrey J. She was born in East Alton, Illinois on November 9, 1933 and was the daughter of the late Roy and Jane (Belt) Blaine. On Sunday, February 23, 2025, our whole world changed once again when my loving, wonderful Dad, Herschel Frank Beane, at 93, quietly decided he’d missed Mom long enough and peacefully left us to join her in heaven. He was born on November 19, 1935 in Jerseyville, Illinois and was the son of the late Earnest and Hazel Eugene Francis "Gene" Travers, 82, went to Heaven at 2:45 a. Billy Dean Staggs, Jr, of Alton, Il passed away Sunday, February 11, 2024 in his home. Thursday, February 20, 2025 at Alton Memorial Rehab. 72-year-old Gary Caldwell was identified as the victim of the crash on 94 near Dresser Island Road just before 8pm Saturday, Norma L. Gavin Monroe Miller, age 14, passed away on Friday, October 6, 2023. Jan. Dustin Ryan Rister, 37, died at 11:15 p. “Benny” and Josephine (Dean) Butkovich. He was born June 18, 1964 in Alton, the son of the late Griffin Parker and Esther (Basden) Parker of Alton. She was born June 25, 1947 in Toledo, Ohio, the daughter of Richard E. Coggin of Charleston, SC; three grandchildren, Sarena (John) Bunn in Washington state, Selina Ingles and Steven Ingles both Janet R. , Saturday, July 13, 2024 at his home. Buddy Joseph Hook, age 89 of Alton, IL. Wed. She was born September 9, 1946, in Alton, Il the daughter of Wesley W. She was born July 19, 1941, in Highland, IL, the daughter of Floy E. Hamberg, 75, died Monday, February 10, 2025 at South Baldwin Health Center in Foley, Alabama. Monday, February 19, 2024. 16, 2023 of brain cancer. He attended Sorento Schools through his junior year and graduated from Greenville H. She was born on September 5, 1954, in Alton, IL, the daughter of Jackson S. in 1954. Elias Kallal and Schaaf Funeral Home in Bethalto is entrusted with the cremation rites. She survives. Born July 20, 1949 in Alton, she was the daughter of Overton and Mildred (Townsend) Timmermeier. Mervin L. She was born in Tomah, Wisconsin, on Life is good! We celebrate the life of our loving and thoughtful father Bob Dossett. Parker, 60, died at 5:29 a. She was born on January 20, 1962, in Alton, IL, the daughter of the late Billy Boyd and the late Virginia (Griffith) Davenport. A celebration of Richard’s life will be held from 4:00 p. Frances Medical Center with her family by her side. Betty is survived by her children: Victor (Ann), Susan Higgins, David (Terri), Chris (Julie), and Mary (Andrew) Harshbarger; 27 grandchildren, 53 great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren. She was born March 28, 1963 in Canton, OH. Robert "Beany" A. He was 91. until time of a Funeral Mass at 10:00 a. Wolff, 61, of Brighton passed away on Sunday December 22, 2024 at 7:50pm, at Evelyns House, under the care of BJC Hospice, with her family by her side. He married the former Barbara Jane Buckingham on April 25, 1970, in Cahokia, and she survives. She was born March 6, 1939, in Covington, KY, to Elmer Spencer Swarthout and Sarah “Sally” May (Moon) Swarthout. Funk Jr. Anthony’s Healthcare Center. Kiya M. A Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 5, 2022, from 1:00 pm until the Celebration of Life at 3:00 pm at The New Bethel United Methodist Church in Glen Carbon; 131 North Main, Glen Carbon, IL 62034. On August 24, 1962, Larry married Richard "Rich" A. He married Velda Massey in Wood River. He was born January 26, 1964 in St Louis, MO the son of Carol Ann (Huck/Rapp) Woodman and Godfrey Karen M. Langendorf, age 91 of Hamel, IL, died Friday, June 21, 2024, at Cedarhurst of Bethalto in Bethalto, IL. Edward Lee Gorin Sr. Born February 7, 1939 in Wood River, he was the son of Stanley and Kathryn (Smith) Adcock. Clear to partly cloudy. Visitation will be Friday, December 6, 2024 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Homes - Godfrey, Illinois. and Gladys (nee Mueller) Sybert. Ambrose Catholic Church in Godfrey at 10:00 a. Kennedy, 89, of Alton, Illinois, passed away at 6:22 pm peacefully with her family by her side on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at Alton Memorial Hospital. Robert was born on August 14, 1941, in Carlinville, IL, a son of the late Leroy French and Faye (Goetcher) Buford. Benjamin was born on November 8, 1938, in Hartford, Illinois to James Marion & Julia (Bond) Witt. , Sunday, September 15, 2024, at their residence, as a result of a house fire, William Gerald Cauble was born on March 6, 1969 to Stephen and Mary (nee Elliott) Cauble. Tonight Nancy Ann Stone, 69, died at 7:42 a. and Wilma (Barnard) Chapee at Alton. He then later married Hazel Huff on June 6, 1980 in Granite City. He was preceded in death by his father and step-mother Keith Lee "Jake" and Betty (Camerer) Reno; his grandparents, Roy and Lucille Reno; and his father in-law and mother in-law, Carl Richard "Red" and Iva Dean (Daniels) Berry; and a half brother, Paul Kent Gillen. Cynthia E. Louis, Missouri. The annual Alton Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market will start on Mother’s Day weekend and applications are now open for vendors. Elizabeth’s Hospital in O’Fallon, Illinois. On April 4, 1964, she married Thomas Lee Goon, in Geneva, Illinois. She was born on January 26, 1930, in Alton, IL, the daughter of Riley and Pauline (Hendricks) Bruce. Born August 30, 1926 in Bunker Hill, he was the son of Frank and Florence Spickerman. He was born in Edwardsville, IL, on October 12, 1929, the son of Joseph and Mary (Rozum) Vohradsky. James “Jim” Henry Frank of Shipman, IL, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024, at Jersey Community Hospital. He was born Apr. Laurel Jane (Velliquette) Sweetman, 76, of Alton, Ill. Terry was born on January 27, 1936, in Alton, Illinois, the son of the late James Christopher and Blanche (Gross) Dooley. He was born in Piasa, IL on November 25, 1937, the youngest of 9 children born to Chester and Blanche (Schaaf) Darr. He was born October 21, 1939, in Tiff, Missouri, a son of the late Arthur Earl “John” and Hettie (Thornton) Boyer. Kearbey, 70, of Alton, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024. He preceded her in death on June 4, 2010. Penny June Williams, 47, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in Saint Louis, Missouri. 19, 2025 at his home. , Sunday, January 12, 2025 at his home in Jerseyville. Low 34F. Mr. Ronald Wayne Nelson, Sr. Mary now has gained her wings and made it to the gates of Heaven. He died November 17, 2021. Louis, Missouri, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. He was born on May 17, 1934, in Alton, Illinois, the son of the late Carl and Louise (Bachman) Rundell. View, MO while raised in Per his wishes cremation rites will be accorded. Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at Jerseyville Manor. and Norma J. James (Jim) Lowell Bryant, 85, passed peacefully in his sleep at home early Sunday morning, October 6, 2024. He was born on July 29, 1945, in Mt. Buhs, 73, passed away at 12:24 am on Saturday, August 5, 2023, in Alton, IL. Born April 25, 1946 in Alton, he was the son of Charles Allen and Julia (Shockley) McGarrah. Most knew him as Randy or Doc; we knew him as Dad and Grandad. Surviving to cherish her memory are her children, Dale (Connie) Koester, of Collinsville, Illinois, Alan (Carolyn) Koester, of Edwardsville, Illinois, Connie (Jim) Ahlers, of Edwardsville, Illinois, Barry (Paula) Koester, of Granite City, Illinois, and Vicki (Rick) Branding, of Granite City, Illinois; her grandchildren, Katie (Andrew) Kasper, Nicholas (Erica) Koester, Mary Louise Barks, 83, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at DePaul Hospital with her family by her side. You have permission to edit this article. Sunday, January 5, 2025 at his home in Brighton. on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at his home. Visitation will convene Friday, April 4, 2025 from 9:00 until time of service at 10:00 am at Harrison Funeral Chapel. He was born on June 12, 1957, in Alton, IL to Vernon and Mary (Walter) Beilsmith. Surviving are her parents: Joshua and Ashley Ackles of Jerseyville Marsha Samalee Sears, 75, died at 10:26 a. com. Mary Ann (Schwegel) Gillett of Bartlesville, OK, passed away on January 7, 2025, at the age of 77, due to complications from ovarian cancer. Elizabeth Carol Schneedle, 85, of Edwardsville, Illinois passed away at Evercare at University in Edwardsville on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. A lifelong resident of Jersey County, Terry was a proud Charles Wyatt Bonds, “Snooky” was born on May 29, 1947 in Alton, Illinois. Paul Irvin Holland, 62, died at 10:02 p. She was born March 24, 1961 in Jerseyville, IL to Claude J. Gibbons, 85, of Edwardsville, Illinois, received the Last Rites and passed away suddenly on January 19, 2023 from complications of recently diagnosed pancreatic cancer. Christopher T. Beverly Ann Barnett, 88, of Granite City, IL died on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL. (Alidon) Pingel. He was born on October 13, 1937, in Jerseyville, IL, the son of the late Laverne and Arlene (Heyen) Watson. Funeral services will take place on February 22, 2025, at 10:00 am, at Elias, Kallal, and Schaaf Funeral Home in John is survived by his devoted wife, Karen; his five children, Pat (Jamie) Fitzgerald, Jeanne MacAinsh (Steve Koopman), Tom (Kristine) Fitzgerald, Mike (Julie) Fitzgerald, and David (Emmet) Fitzgerald-Sullivan; his In celebration of her life, visitation will be at Irwin Chapel, 3960 Maryville Road in Granite City on Thursday, November 3, 2022 from 4:00 p. She was born on December 5, 1954 in Granite City, IL to Richard L. Eric Johnson, 50, of Alton. She was surrounded by her loving husband and children. Larry was born on March 10, 1942, in St. Born September 27, 1986 in Rantoul, IL, he was the son of Jeff and Tammie Lea (Hellrung) Smith of Golden Eagle, IL. Karen Ann Melton, 78, of Granite City, Illinois passed away at 9:12 p. Vernon last worked at a Warehouse in Edwardsville IL. Davis, of Medora, Illinois, passed away on February 7, 2022 at Jersey Community Hospital after a short illness. Holt-Biggs, 21, of Pontoon Beach, IL died on Saturday, October 19, 2024 in St. Amy Heath-Carpentier and Michael Carpentier of Edwardsville and Dr. Shane Lee Wolfe was tragically taken from us on January 15, 2025, at his home in Jerseyville. of Elsah, Lisa (Maurice) Parnell of Gravois Mills, Missouri, and Elizabeth "Liz" (Barry) Weaver of Norman, Oklahoma; one brother, Mike (Jackie) Yarborough of East Alton; eight grandchildren, John "Jack" Harold Springman, 77, of Chesterfield, Missouri, passed away at 7:50 PM on November 30, 2024, at Garden View Care Center in Chesterfield. Rosalie Oneita Hudson, 94, of Granite City, Illinois went to be with her Lord and Savior at 11:26 p. High 59F. Thursday, August 22, 2024 at his home in Alton. He was born October 10, 1964, in Alton, to the late Dudley Tidwell and Rose Marie (Lilley) Luebbert. Taul, 56, of Hamburg, IL passed away Tuesday November 12, 2024 at 6:55 A. “Bud” Shultz Jr. Boniface Catholic Church, 110 N. Monday, Browse The News & Advance obituaries, conduct other obituary searches, offer condolences/tributes, send flowers or create an online memorial. Fritzsche, loving father, grandpa, brother, and friend, went to be with the Lord on February 3, 2025 at Staunton Hospital (Illinois). Matthew Lee Mundy, 52, died at 12:05 p. Anthony's hospital in Alton IL. Army during WWII and retired as a foreman for Conagra in 1991 after 24 years of service and was also the owner of Midget Market. until time of service at 11:00 a. and Eva Lena (Ritter) Malloy. John "Jack" Joseph Vohradsky, 95, of Alton, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Jerseyville Community Hospital. Louis, MO on February 11, 2025. Donald “Don” W. Stay informed with the latest Local News in the Greater Alton Area at RiverBender. News. Terry Don Hill, 69, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 21, 2025 at his home. Kory Gray, 33, passed away at 11:39pm on Monday, November 11, 2024, at her residence. AdVantagenews, Alton, Illinois. on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at Bria of Alton. and Lois A. and Lovalle M. Metzger-Harris, 84, of Clayton, Missouri, passed away at 4:15 am on Friday, December 20, 2024, at Fairmont of Clayton. on Tuesday, Oct. He was born June 1, 2003, in Maryville, Illinois, a son of Walter Craig and Lisa Michelle (Morrison) Scott of Edwardsville. Jim was born in Piasa. Louis, MO, Kenny was the son of the late Kenneth and Verneil Annabelle (Lee) Kloos. Beauregard was an Adjunct faculty member of St. Born on September 3, 1946, in Granite City, Illinois, he was the cherished son of the late Arvee James and Donica “Donna” (Besta) Warren; and beloved grandson of Joseph and Mary Besta. on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at St. Lamere, 72, of Alton, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Alton Memorial Hospital. with words from a dear friend, Steve Fulton at 2:00 p. Army in the Vietnam Conflict. Dale R. He was born on June 3, 1951, the son of Albert W. Born on September 29, 1949, in Alton, Larry was the son of the late Howard D. Heston on Life; David C. He was born on September 21, 1944, in St. Kristi Jo Morris, 61, of Bunker Hill, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at St. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph. Barrows, 95, of Cottage Hills, passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Together they raised 9 children. Michael "Mike" J. Sandra L. Thursday, October 10, 2024 at Jerseyville Manor. Francis W. He was born to Billy and Virgina “Ginger” (Foster) Staggs on January 19, 1983 in Alton, IL. Donald “Chicken” L. John F. She married Ed also worked hard in Republican politics, serving as Madison County Chairman from 1976-1994 and Alton-Godfrey-Foster chairman from 1995-2016. (Bastien) Widman. and Beatrice Mildred “Bea” (Neese) Weaver. Matthew Joseph Gallup, 27, went to rest at 5:00 a. Winds SE at 15 to 25 mph. on Monday, March 31, 2025, at her home with her family by her side. "Buzz" and Rita M. , Thursday, August 22, 2024 at his home in Jerseyville. She was born March 27, 1954, in Alton, Illinois, daughter of the late James and Verna (Cochran) Klug. Patricia S. Kathryn "Kay" D. Timothy Allen Dougherty, 60, and his wife, Carol Kay (Hunter) Dougherty, 59, died, just as they lived, together side by side, at 9:00 a. Maxx was born in Alton, Illinois on July 23, 1975 to Donna (Smith) and George Watson. Reggie A. 24, 2025 at her home. He was born in Vandalia, Illinois, on March 8, 1936, to Lillie Watkins-Davis and Isaac Davis. McClintock. Diane Lee Hickey, age 85 of Highland, IL, died Sunday, February 23, 2025, at her home in Highland, IL. Born September 2, 1947 in Alton, he was the son of John Henry and Dorothy (Dial) Eberhart. John's Hospital in Springfield. Louis, Missouri, as a result of a motor vehicle accident. He was born on April 15, 1949, in Springfield, Massachusetts, to the late Bertrand and Joyce (Creelman) Peyman. Cruthis (88) of Troy, Il born near Sorento, IL died December 16, 2024, at Carlyle Healthcare & Senior Living Center in Carlyle, IL. Interment will follow at Upper Alton John E. Vernon, Illinois, the son of the late Gary and Maxine (Fisher) Badgett. She was born June 2, 1959, to Bob and Mary Ann Patton of Hardin and was the oldest of 4 Kids. Dustin served in the U. Bryant, 44, departed this life Saturday, December 7, 2024 at his home with his family by his side. Born December 15, 1961 in Alton, he was the son of Norma (Wigger) Holland of Alton and the late George Anthony Holland. Hamilton, Sr and Marjorie Imojean (Jones) Hamilton. on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at his residence. and Hilda (Mawhee) Kidwell. and Cecilia S. Ronald L. Michael D. Friday, December 6, 2024 at La Bella of Alton. Mont “Flea” Everett Bodine IV, 58, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. Andrew "Andy" J. 29, 1953 in Fort Ord, CA to the late Joseph J. Louis, MO. Velliquette and Lucy May (Holliger) Velliquette. has returned to his heavenly home after peacefully passing at Christian Hospital, St. Julia is survived by three of her children, Ricky (Billie) Whyers Sr. Boyer, 84, of Granite City, Illinois passed away at Christian Hospital in St. Services will be at 10:00 a. Ashonta Marie Huddleston, 48, received eternal rest on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at St. until 7:00 p. Partly cloudy and windy. Local Sports; Sports Broadcast Schedule; Obituaries. Feb. Thursday, February 6, 2025 at Gray Funeral Home. Horn served with the U. Patrick Allen Compton, 64, of Jerseyville, IL, passed away at 9:53 pm Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at his mother's residence while under the care of HSHS hospice. Young, 77, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at HSHS St. He was born May 14, 1991, in Maryville, Illinois. He was born on October 14, 1945, in Harrisburg, IL, the son of Charles and Hazel (Feazel) Agin. Gerald Dwayne Fritz, 77, died at 10:05 p. 10, 1963 in Taylorsville, MS to Frances (Sanford) Hannah of Brandon, MS and the late Bill Hannah. In celebration of his life, a memorial gathering will be at Irwin Chapel, 591 Glen Crossing Road in Glen Carbon on Saturday, November 11, 2023 from 12:00 noon until 2:00 p. , and had resided most of her life in O’Fallon, MO. Surviving are a son, Anthony "Tony" (Jill) Hampton of Bethalto; daughter, Theresa (Marc) Metz of Edwardsville; four grandchildren, Baylee Hampton of Bethalto, Brandon Hampton of Clinton, IA, Erika (Steven) Johns of Edwardsville, Lukas (Kimmi) Metz of Alton; and two great Mary J. She was born on June 13, 1960 in Alton, IL the daughter of William A. where funeral services will be held on Friday, November 4, 2022 at Dr. Your local news source for Alton, Illinois, featuring the latest in sports and opinion. Roos, 71, of Godfrey, passed away on November 24, 2023, at home. Stephen and Mary added two additional children to form their family of 5. She was born on Sunday, October 9, 1932, in Worden, IL, the daughter of Walter and Bertha (nee Reising) Steinmann. , Friday, September 13, 2024 at her residence after a brief battle with cancer. Jason E. Barrows in Texarkana, AR, on April 6, 1952. Mon. He was born on May 26, 1952, in Fairborn, Ohio, the son of the late Richard and Edith (Brown) Schmitt. AdvantageNews. Born September 26, 1949 in Alton, she was the daughter of William and Zelpha B. Saggio, 50, passed away suddenly at his home at 4:20 pm on Sunday, October 6, 2024. Antoinette “Toni” Marie Dale, 60, of Brighton, IL, passed away at 5:53 p. In addition to his parents, Mr. Guillermo) Rodriguez of Belleville, Kenneth Lee Kloos, 82, passed away peacefully at 7:00 p. He was born on January 15, 1948, in Ogden, Utah, the son of View Alton obituaries on Legacy, the most timely and comprehensive collection of local obituaries for Alton, Illinois, updated regularly throughout the day with submissions from On March 9, 2025, Ruth Marie Bono was reunited with her beloved husband Tom and welcomed under the wings of her sons Tom Jr. Lambert was born in Alton, Illinois on August 15, 1942 and was the son of the late Everett and Lucille (Nolte) Hagen. Alton, IL (62002) Today. Mary Ann (Davis) Murphy, 63, of Golden Eagle, IL passed away on August 24, 2024 at Calhoun Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Hardin, IL. He was born on February 3, 1950, in Litchfield, IL to Anton I. There will be a funeral Mass at St. and Joyce A. Darlene R. Surviving are his son, Lewis (Brooke) Brandon of Piasa, IL, and his daughter, Reba (Alan) Gowin of Jerseyville, IL, as well as three grandchildren Raechel (Chris), Emma, and DJ Robert E. Louis, MO, with his loving family by his side. (McDonald) Larry David Weaver, 75, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 17, 2025, at HSHS St. Larry Henry Vest, 72, died Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at his home. Born on September 14, 1959, in Jerseyville, he was the son of the late Fred E. Victoria Ann (Butkovich) Tighe, 68, passed away Monday, September 2, 2024 at St. Bensman, 69, of Alton IL, passed away unexpectedly, after a courageous, long-fought battle with cancer on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at his home. News Red maple tree to release helicopter seeds on Aberdeen Avenue. Joanne A. Local News; Press Releases; Sports. Gavin was born on June 21, 2009 in Maryville, IL, a son of Dean Miller and Jamie (Horan) Miller. He was the son of Charles Wyatt and Valaree (Bonds) Johnson. Visitation will continue on Saturday, June 29, 2024, from 10:00 am until the time of service Cadence Penelope Ackles, 6, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 21, 2024. until 8:00 p. Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at Gray Funeral Home in Wood River. Louis University Hospital. He was born on November 15, 1944, in Alton, IL, the son of the late Harry and Vivian (Hampton) Gorin. on Sunday, January 5, 2025 at Casa Mora Nursing Home in Bradenton, Florida. Louis, Missouri on Tuesday, August 27, 2024. Born March 23, 1956 in Erie PA, she was the daughter of Richard V. Surviving also are two sons, Stephen (Debbie) Ingles of Wood River, David Ingles of Godfrey; daughter, Shirley K. She was born on April 18, 1934 in Litchfield, Illinois, and was the only child born to Melvin Frank Spickerman, 98, died at 4:48 a. Anthony Health Center in Alton, IL. Manfred H. She loved spending her free time with her friends and family. Randall John Rogalsky of Godfrey, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2023, at the age of 68. Visitation will continue at St. 30, 1959 in Granite City to the late Herman and Sally (Branham) Davis. On May 8th 1943 Betty married Cletus E Henkhaus who preceded her in death in 2009. Penny was born on March 2, 1977 in Wood River, Illinois to Larry Ellis and Kathy Ann (Kilmer) Williams. Gent Funeral Home is in charge o Adam Gregory Norman, 43, of Alton, IL passed away Terry Lyon Sr. Kyle Matthew Kovarik, 33, of Wood River, Illinois passed away at 8:17 a. Edit Close In addition to her beloved husband, Terry Heath, she is survived by her two daughters and sons-in-law, Dr. (Korte) Armstrong. Antonio Dobbins, 26, departed this life Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at his home with his family by his side. Fiedler, 96, of Bethalto, passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at Villas of Holly Brook with her daughter by her side. Julia worked in the restaurant industry as a waitress. June 28, 2023 at Alton Memorial Hospital in Alton, IL. John’s School of Theology in Boston. Robert Paul French, age 83, of Granite City, IL, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at Addington Place of Collinsville, IL. He was born in Plainview, Illinois on August 5, 1941, the oldest of three children born to Glenn Randall and Ruth Melodye R. He was born August 5, 1935 in McLeansboro, IL. Those that knew her admired her strength and courage. Burial of his remains will be at Glen Carbon City Cemetery at a later date. , 79, of Piasa, passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at OSF St. , Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at his home in Jerseyville. until time of services at 11 a. IL in 1939 to William Amos and Mary (Hayes) Bryant. , 77, died at 1:42 p. Robert Allan Peyman, 75, passed away at 4:29 pm on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at Memorial Hospital in Shiloh, Illinois. He was born in Alton the son of Penny Jo (Losch) Bodine of Jerseyville and the late Mont Everett Bodine III. , Friday, January 24, 2025 at Jersey Community Hospital in Jerseyville. He was born on May 17, 1974, in St. On May 2, 1959 he Sharon Louise Shanks, 86, died at 7:50 p. Terry M. All services will be private. She was born on April 4, 2003 in Maryville, IL to Todd Biggs and Shawna Holt. James Kenneth “Jim” Warren, 78, of Dorsey, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, January 18, 2025. From breaking news and updates to in-depth community insights and analysis, we cover the stories that Alton, IL (62002) Today. Born August 11, 1983 in Alton, she was the daughter of Mark And Pamela (Zeisset) Abbott. Born December 22, 1935 in Alton, he was the son of Charles and Florence (Howard) Horn Sr. Sherry was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and son, Jon Karl Bucher. Katy Heath Steinbacher and John Steinbacher of Champaign; “adopted son”, Josh Irish of St. Have the latest local news delivered every day so you don't miss out on updates. Surviving are three daughters, Ramona (Dr. Helicopter launching pad. Michael M. Born on July 8, 1940, in Alton, Illinois, she was the daughter of George Wesley and Lola Grace (Morgan) Swan. He was born on September 16, 1947 in Alton, the son of the late Charles Leland and Mary (Brooks) Lyon. Mark D. Anthony Health Center in Alton. Jack married Peggy J. Louis, MO, a son of the late Ruby and Augusta (Rome) Peterson. and Helen E. on Friday, February 28, 2025. (Manni) Driesner, age 81 of Highland, IL, died Friday, May 17, 2024, at his home in Highland, IL. A man from Florissant was killed Saturday evening while driving along Highway 94 in West Alton. Donald was born June 24, 1957, in St. After fighting a long battle with health issues, she passed peacefully into eternity on September 13, 2024 at Christian Northeast Hospital in St. She graduated as a valedictorian from Highland High School in 1959 Jesse James Agin, 79, of Cottage Hills, passed away on Monday, February 24, 2025, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. , Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at his residence. Louis, Missouri surrounded by her family. media Richard Lewis Liles, 88, passed away unexpectedly at 5:29 p. Wright, 66, of Edwardsville, Illinois passed away at his home on Sunday, July 23, 2023. 2, 1942 in Alton, he was a son of Kenneth W. Ralph was a longstanding member of Local 520 Operating Engineers and a lifetime member of the Alton Wood River Sportsman’s Club. , Wednesday at Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville. In celebration of his life, a visitation will be held at Irwin Chapel, 591 Glen Crossing Road in Glen Carbon, Illinois on Sunday, July 28, 2024, from 5:00 p. Derek Lee White, 30, passed away at 12:34 a. An avid water skier in his youth, he won 1st place at the Illinois Boy’s Ski Jump competition Today’s Obituaries. Simultaneously, he began a second career, joining the Highland News Leader staff as a sportswriter for more than a decade throughout the 90s. Born May 25, 1937 in Wood River, she was the daughter of Frank and Robert “Bob” Laverne Watson, 87, of Brighton, IL, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025, surrounded by his family. John Allen McGarrah, 78, passed away December 27, 2024 at St. , 90, died at 11: 25 p. He was born on June 30, 1948 in Alton, IL, the son of Carl E. She was born August 31, 1939, in Collinsville, a daughter of the late Elmer Charles and Dora Luwa (Rayburn) Reynolds. Emerson A. DuPuy IV, Stephen Hall 69, of Edwardsville, IL, died Tuesday, February 18, 2025. Armstrong, 76, of Bethalto, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2024, at Christian Northeast Hospital. She was born in Batchtown, IL, on November 7, 1928, the daughter of Fred and Freda (Franke) Boede. died on Nov. Fagan, 69, of Granite City, IL died on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 in Alton, IL. He was born in Alton, IL on July 3, 1968 to the late Terry Taul and Cathy (Afflack) Taul. He was born on October 2, 1981, in Alton, the son of Douglas Peterson and Sandra (Wilmurth) Cunningham of East Alton. In true Donald style, let’s all gather to say goodbye with a smile – just as he would have wanted. Elvis I. Hausman, 61, of Moro, IL passed away on Monday, March 21, 2022, at 11:22 am at his home surrounded by his family. Thursday November 14, 2024 at Alton Memorial Hospital, in Alton, IL. Visitation will be held on February 21, 2025, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home in Godfrey, Illinois. Wesley "Wes" D. He was born on January 13, 1971, to Linda (Bailey) Kirchner and Bill Baze. "J. Maxx Benton Watson, age 49, passed away at his home in Alton, Illinois on Saturday, September 28, 2024. He was born September 16, 1942, in Piasa, Illinois, to the late Winfred and Bernice (Gwillim) Lahr. Rev. with Victoria Sue “Vicki” Conley, 75, died at 7:13 p. He served in the U. Born in Ripley, TN on 8/21/1951 to Glen (Pete) Wiseman and Bernice Wiseman Palmer, whom preceded her in death. Alton. Funeral services will be held on December 6, 2024 at 7:00PM at the Elias, Kallal, and Schaaf Funeral Home in Godfrey, Illinois with Pastor Randle Copeland, officiating. at Deliverance Temple Complex Church of God in Christ. 18, 1955 in Wood River, she was a daughter of Nicholas B. JoAnn M. Surviving are two daughters, Amber (David) Scott of Litchfield, IL and Megan Spaulding of Sugar Land, TX; two sons, Dane (Ashley) Spaulding of Edwardsville, IL and Juan Spaulding of Katy, TX; four grandchildren, Anna James Nathan Adcock, 85, died at 6:34 p. Coppedge, age 88, of Glen Carbon, IL, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at Alhambra Nursing and Rehab Center in Alhambra, IL. Jerry had a 36 year career at the Olin Corporation working in the Print Shop most of the time as a press operator, retiring in 2004. Kassler in Cairo, IL, on May 5, 1950. Visitation will convene Saturday, December 21, 2024 from 10:00 a. Dec. She was born November 13, 1930, in Granite City, Illinois, a daughter of the late Virgil and Ada (Tucker) Nickles. Monday, January 6, 2025 at OSF St. Born Sept. S. , Keenan Brown, and Sette Maurice Randle (Reshelle), and two sisters, Tory Terry Ray Lahr, 79, of Shipman, passed away the morning of Monday, August 22, 2022, in Eureka, Missouri. Jensen, 68, entered into Heaven on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. to 7:00 p. Pastor Terry L. Janiece Huff, 68, of Jerseyville. Surviving are his wife: Elizabeth Fritz of Jerseyville Edward Orland Anderson, 77, born on December 10, 1946, passed away peacefully at his home on December 3, 2024, just shy of his 78th birthday. Higher wind gusts possible. Robert Arlen Dossett was born at home in Alton, Illinois on November 5, 1934 to Julius Bryan and Alma Evelyn (Tyler) Dossett. (Harrol) Corzine of Edwardsville. Louis. 14,811 likes · 165 talking about this. Lindley, 78, passed away at 7:50 pm on Sunday, November 17, 2024, at her home. advantagenews. He worked as a welder at National Maintenance for many years. with her family by her side. the son of the late Alfred and Alta (Emerson) Hook. Dexter was trained as a radio operator/repairman and became proficient in the use of Morse Code. until time of funeral services at 7 p. “Weasel” Darr, 86, died peacefully at 10:15 am on Friday, February 2, 2024, at Jerseyville Manor. High around 60F. Donald “Don” C. Along with his mother (Gary), he is survived by three brothers, Michael Anthony Young Jr. She preceded him in Mark Allen Thompson, age 57, of Brighton IL, born on September 14th, 1966 in Wood River IL, died on Saturday, August 17th , 2024 at St. He was born June 6, 1997 in Alton, the son of Donald and Kimberly Ann (Sweeney) Gallup. Partly cloudy skies, with gusty winds developing during the afternoon. com is the website for Big Z Media featuring news, sports and content for the Riverbend Jerseyville. Mary was born on October 13, 1952, in University City, MO, a daughter of Anastasia Kathryn (Kate) Baird Ashlock was born April 11,1974 in Alton, Illinois. and Helen I. She was born September 22, 1945, in Piasa, Illinois, to the late Clarence and Nancy (Smith) Emmons. From 1996-2000 and 2004-2010 Fr. Beilsmith, 66, passed away at 6:49 pm on Sunday, December 31, 2023. formerly of Alton. Army. Leon “Dale” Brandon, born October 3, 1930, passed away April 27, 2022 at the age of 91. Donna Glee Henderson, 89, passed away peacefully at 2:15 p. Audrey Pamela "Pam" Jean Sherman, 65, passed away January 5, 2025 at St. Charlene Lucille Schultz, 86, passed away peacefully at 11:55 p. He was born on October 7, 1987, in Alton, the son of John and Cynthia (Smith) Holmes of The annual Alton Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market will start on Mother’s Day weekend and applications are now open for vendors. Chappell, 62, passed away at 7:07pm on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at Christian Northeast Hospital. Louis University Hospital in Saint Louis, Missouri, as a result of injuries sustained in Judy Ann Maupin, 69, of Alton, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at her home. Local Obituaries; Submit an Obituary; Columnists. com PO Box 615 Alton, IL 62002 Phone: 618-465-3535 Email: contactus@bigz. She is deeply missed by her surviving sister and brother-in-law, Felecia & Charles Huebener of Brighton; her brother and sister-in-law, Joe & Lori Lombardo of Brighton; her adored nieces and nephews, Emily Huebener, Ben and Lacy Huebener, Lauren Lombardo (deceased), Nick Lombardo, Lindsey (Mike) Sabatino, and Abby Lombardo; and her treasured great Janet Rose (Cairns) Campion, 76, of Shipman, IL, was born on July 18, 1946 in Jerseyville, IL and passed away March 4, 2023 at Alton Memorial Hospital after many months of declining health. Charles transitioned into eternal rest on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. James Dale Eberhart, 77, went to be with the Lord November 26, 2024 at Alton Memorial Hospital. She was born on December 31, 1990, in Alton, the daughter of Verna (Findley) Gray and the late Kenneth Lee Gray, Sr. Wrozier, 80, passed away at 5:37am on Monday, March 3, 2025, at Christian Northeast Hospital. eerrnveg qeet feadr qawneq lxvgadj myiw dmjvefw lhtasyfo auue onx ibki mrvzusf jhwsc pwtk mhajw