Published in the Interest of the Staunton Community for Over 143 Years
Published in the Interest of the Staunton Community for Over 143 Years
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Marilyn F. Schumacher, 93, of rural New Douglas, Ill., passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at Mill Creek Alzheimers’ Special Care. She was born on May 25, 1930 in North Platte, Neb., to the late Emile and Ethel Pearl (Lewis) Kurlbaum. She married Harold F. Schumacher on January 24, 1948, he passed December 21, 2012. Marilyn was employed as a Production and Plant Manager at Forms Systems in St. Louis, Mo., for over 30 years. She enjoyed painting, sewing and playing cards. Marilyn was very proud of her family! She is survived by three c...
Eugene A. “Gene” Bentrup, 86, of Staunton, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024. Gene was born on March 15, 1938 in Staunton to Louis and Ella (Heigert) Bentrup and they preceded him in death. Gene married Shirley on June 9, 1962 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Livingston and she survives. Gene served in the U.S. Army and was a Grains Inspector for Toberman Grain and Feed Company in East St. Louis, Ill. He enjoyed gardening, mowing grass, shopping with his wife, traveling with the Goldenaires Club, bowling, and table games. He was sur...
David Negro, 92, of Staunton, passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at his home. He was born May 16, 1931 in Staunton. David was a life-long mechanic in the community and had been employed by Staunton Auto Parts. He was also employed by Staunton Police Department before his retirement. He is survived by a daughter, Nancy (Steve) Griffith, Staunton; four grandchildren, Jamie (Darrel) Ruckman, Mt. Clair, Jill (Roger) Michaelis, Hillsboro, Aaron Hansel, East Alton, and Derek (Anita) Hansel, East Alton; he also leaves behind six...
Steven Wayne Foster, 70, of Mt. Olive, passed away at his residence on Friday, March 29, 2024. He was born in Germany on Oct. 26, 1953 to Stanley and Jessie Lorraine (Greemore) Foster. He graduated from Mount Olive High School. Steven was employed as a painter and a laborer. Steven is survived by his mother, Jessie; two sons, Stevie Foster and Brett Foster; one granddaughter, Jada Foster; three sisters, Vickie Laughlin, Karen (Bill) Hinz, and Kathleen Laboray; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father,...
Alberta Marie Schunk, 71, of Litchfield, died at Litchfield Health and Rehab Center in Litchfield on Sunday, March 31, 2024. Also known as “Cookie,” Alberta was born Dec. 4, 1952, in East St. Louis, Ill. to Frank and Virginia (Gillespie) Schunk. She was a home health care assistant. Alberta was a strong Christian and she enjoyed spending time with her family. She is survived by her four children, Zane (Trinity) Jones, Michael (Lissette) Jones, Cody Jones, and Ethan Jones. Alberta was preceded in death by her parents and son, Adam Jones. Vis...
Sharon Kay Nessl, 77, of Gillespie, died at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield on Sunday, March 31, 2024. She was born March 23, 1947, in Alton, Ill. the daughter of Leonard Garret and Florence Lorraine Davis Garret Ussery and they preceded her in death. She married Roger G. Nessl of Gillespie, in Bunker Hill on Dec. 31, 1966 and he survives her. She worked at Walmart and she enjoyed doing crafts, helping plan parties, and riding down the river road. She is survived by her two children, Travis Nessl and Melinda (Scott) Roeske, Gillespie; five...
Dr. Laurence (Larry) Bradley Sharos, 71, passed away on March 30, 2024. He was born to Hyman Chon and Jeane Kochinski and lived in Chicago on Kimball Ave until 1957 when his family bought a new home in Evergreen Park, Ill. Dr Sharos attended SIU School of Dental Medicine before practicing dentistry both as a sole medical professional, and for the US Army reserves retiring with rank of Colonel. Larry enjoyed being outdoors, going on runs, and later taking walks. Larry learned to play the violin later in life. He loved his dogs and took care of...
Robert "Bob" Bono, 77, of Staunton, Ill., passed away on March 30, 2024, following a hard-fought battle against Parkinson's Disease. he was born June 24, 1946, in Litchfield, Ill. the son of the late Victor and Ruth (Smith) Bono. He married Laurel Schuette on Nov. 17, 1979 at St. Michael's Church in Staunton. After high school, Bob worked at International Paper in Litchfield. Bob served in the Navy from 1966 to 1969 on the USS Grand Canyon and was a member of the VFW. Bob was employed by...
Jeanne Heather Eckhardt, 60, of Staunton, died at her residence on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. She was born Sept. 16, 1063, in Alton to Ronald Ooton and Robin (Williams) Ooton. She married Dennis Charles Eckhardt, Staunton, on March 18, 1989 in Worden and she was a homemaker. She is survived by her father, Ronald Ooton, Staunton; spouse, Dennis Eckhardt, Staunton; daughter, Emily (Jessie Smith) Eckhardt, Staunton; grandchildren, Levi Eckhardt and Mikayla Smith. Jeanne was preceded in death by her...
Paul Jay Stroud Jr., 76, passed away in Independence Mo. On March 31, 2024. Paul was born in Granite City, Ill. On December 28, 1947 to Paul and Verna (Loemker) Stroud. Paul was a cherished father, husband and friend. Paul’s life was marked by remarkable courage and dedication. Serving his country with honor, he bravely navigated the challenges of the Vietnam War as a member of the United States Army, embodying the values of courage and commitments throughout his service. Following his m...
Norma Jean Franke, 89, of Staunton, Ill. passed away on April 2, 2024. She was born on Oct. 4, 1934 in Bunker Hill, Ill. to the late Emil and Christina (Dubbelde) Johnson. She married Edwin E Frank on April 27, 1957. Norma and Edwin had two daughters. Norma worked at The Gardens Restaurant in Litchfield, Ill. for many years. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church of Staunton. Norma enjoyed her flowers, shopping with her daughters, playing Euchre, and watching game shows on TV. Norma is...
Robert “Bob” Edward Vazzi, 65, of Savannah, Ga., died on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023, unexpectedly at his residence. Williamson Funeral Home is assisting the family. Bob was born in Staunton, on July 29, 1958 the son of the late Frank and Elizabeth (Straub) Vazzi and they preceded him in death. Growing up in Worden, he took his studies seriously and graduated from Worden High School in 1976, at the age of 16. He continued his education at Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville, where at a you...
Brett A. Sandretto, 60, of Gillespie, died at St. Louis University Hospital in St. Louis, Mo., on Saturday, March 23, 2024. He was born Aug. 29, 1963, in Springfield, Ill. the son of James L. "Sonny" Sandretto and Rosalie Genetti Sandretto. His father preceded him in death and his mother survives. In his career, Brett graduated with an associates degree from Kilgore University. Brett worked with Don Link doing craft fairs, after he worked at Loveless Farms, then transitioned to become a semi truck driver for Oros and Busch before eventually wor...
Asleep in Jesus and awaiting the Resurrection, Loraine Leona Birmingham, 97, of Glen Carbon, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2024 at the Lutheran Senior Services Meridian Village in Glen Carbon, Ill. Loraine was born Sept. 18, 1926 in Sorento, Ill., the beloved daughter of the late Carl and Leona (Eickmeyer) Mohme. She was baptized into Christ on Oct. 21, 1926 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in New Douglas. She was the beloved wife of Robert Birmingham, whom she was married to for 55-years. They married on Dec. 12, 1948, at Immanuel Lutheran...
James “Jim” R. Makula, 89, of Staunton, passed away at the St. Louis University Hospital in St. Louis, Mo., on Monday, March 25, 2024. James was born on Oct. 5, 1934 the son of the late Joseph Makula and Julia (Radae) Makula. Jim was a salesman for Electrolux Vacuum Systems for many years. Jim enjoyed meeting up with friends and he loved animals. Often times, he amused himself with scratch-off lottery tickets and sudoku puzzles. He will be remembered for his oil paintings. Jim is survived by...
Marilyn Frances Williams, 81, of Gillespie, died at St. John's Hospital in Springfield on Friday, March 22, 2024. She was born March 19, 1943, in Gillespie the daughter of the late Robert M. Reid and Elizabeth Hendren Reid. Marilyn was a graduate of St. John's Hospital School of Nursing in St. Louis and she was a registered nurse for home health. She loved science, animals, especially dogs, and enjoyed animal documentaries. She is survived by her daughter, Tracey (Kevin) Kreipe of Thayer, Ill.; three grandchildren, Elizabeth (Bennett) Smith,...
Pamela M. Dyckman, 70, of Staunton, died at her residence in Staunton with her family by her side on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. She was born Jan. 11, 1954 in East St. Louis, Ill. the daughter of the late Paul Moore and Barbara (Berkley) Moore and they preceded her in death. She married Robert W. Dyckman on Feb. 2, 1973 in Granite City and he survives. Pamela was an Office Manager at Litchfield Family Practice in Litchfield for many years. She was a Videographer and Wedding D.J. Coordinator with...
Leonard “Dave” Eilmann, 79, of Warrenton, Mo., passed away at St. Joseph Hospital West Lake in St. Louis, Mo. on March 24, 2024. He was born Oct. 12, 1944 in Fargo, N.D. the son of the late Leonard and Doris (nee Ahren) Eilmann. He married his wife, Connie (nee Mansholt) Eilmann of Wright City, Mo. and she survives. Dave was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Warrenton. He was past president of Winfield Khoury League. Dave enjoyed golfing, collecting sports memorabilia and old cars. Dav...
Willis Edward Coatney, 90, of Normal, Ill., died on March 21, 2024. He was born in Gillespie on Dec. 24, 1933 the son of the late James and Elizabeth Coatney. He married his wife of sixty-three years, Thelma Millikin on Dec. 18, 1955 and she preceded him in death. Will graduated from Staunton High School and Southern Illinois University in 1955. He was a lifetime member of the SIU Alumni Association. Willis also served two years in the Army in Augusta, Ga. Willis was an active member of Wesley United Methodist Church in Bloomington, and had...
Mark A. Rhodes, 61, of Gillespie, died at St. John's Hospital in Springfield, on Saturday, March 30, 2024. He was born Jan. 21, 1963, in Staunton the son of father, Robert J. (spouse, Adell (Medley) Rhodes) and mother, Mary M. (Ogilvie) Rhodes and they preceded him in death. He married Marilyn S. (Mallory) Rhodes, of Gillespie, on April 22, 2000 in Gillespie and she survives. Mark was a laborer for Aladdin Steel and he was a member of the Litchfield Moose and Gillespie Fire Department. He was an avid Cub fan. Mark loved his grandkids and being...
Sandra Lynn Lane, 76, of Staunton, passed away Friday, March 22, 2024 at Staunton 's Health and Rehab Center located in Staunton. She was born May 22, 1947 in Chicago, the daughter of the late Dougald P. Thompson and Florence Labuhn and they preceded her in death. She married Charles H. “Chip” Lane on Oct. 29, 1977 in Palos Park, Ill. and he preceded her in death on Oct. 27, 2019. She was a bookkeeper at First National Bank in Staunton for many years. She is survived by her three daughters Sar...
Old & In the Way is the first album by the bluegrass band Old & In the Way. It was recorded Oct. 8, 1973 at the Boarding House in San Francisco by Owsley Stanley and Vickie Babcock utilizing eight microphones (four per channel) mixed live onto a stereo Nagra tape recorder. The caricature album cover was illustrated by Greg Irons. It was, for many years, the top selling bluegrass album of all time. The members are as follows: Vassar Clements, fiddle; Jerry Garcia, banjo, vocals; David Grisman,...
Laura Louise Brabec, 97, formerly of Staunton, of Pelham, Alabama., passed away at Columbiana Health and Rehab in Columbiana, Ala., on March 8, 2024. She was born on Nov. 8, 1926 in Edwardsville the daughter to the late Daniel and Ethel (Sparks) Harmon. She married her first husband and father of her children, Edgar Hering, and he preceded her in death. Her spouse, Albert Brabec, also preceded her in death. After graduating from Edwardsville High School in Edwardsville, Ill., she spent many...
Peter Joseph Matesa, 76, of Williamson, passed away at the Community Hospital of Staunton. on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. He was born Oct. 14, 1947 in Litchfield to the late Peter Matesa and Betty Maguire. He married to Vickie Cagle on Nov. 29, 1969 in Livingston and she survives. Peter was a Union Carpenter Local No. 633 in Granite City. Pete was a Vietnam Veteran, serving in the U.S. Army from 1966 to 1968. Holy Cross Lutheran Church of Livingston, Past Chief of Williamson Fire Department. Post Commander Staunton American Legion Post No. 362. A...
Nicholas William Novosel, 61, of Mt. Olive, passed away at Hillsboro Area Hospital in Hillsboro on Monday, March 11, 2024. Nick was born on Oct. 1, 1962 in Madison, Ill. to late Nicholas Novosel and Dorothy May (Pospieshel) Novosel and they preceded him in death. Nick married Rushelle Lou Allen at Holy Trinity Church in Mt. Olive. She survives. He attended high school in Granite City. He was employed in metal manufacturing and as a lab tech. Nick was an active member of St. John Paul II Catholic Church as a Eucharistic Minister and a member of...