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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Andrew Patrick Dennis Heinemeier, 68, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died June 29, 2023, at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis. He was born in Jerseyville on April 14, 1955, to John and Lela (Roman) Heinemeier. Andy married Ria Norton, on April 1, 1992, in Las Vegas, Nev., and they were married for 31 years. Andy and Ria were hosts for foreign exchange student, Jana Geerhardt, who they “adopted” as their own. Andy affectionately known as “Uncle Honey” by all, worked as a self-employed contractor for over 33 years, doing what he loved, carpentry work. This jo... Full story
Avery Cooper, 80, of Gillespie, Ill., died at his residence on June 28, 2023. He was born May 24, 1943, in St. Louis, Mo. He was a retired master sergeant from the U.S. Army after having served from 1961-1989. He loved dogs, fishing, golfing and sailing. He is survived by his children, MaryAlice Cooper of Gillespie, Teddy (Shannon) Cooper of Gillespie; and grandchildren, Gabriel Melchert and Orion Hoffman. Remains will be cremated and interred in Camp Butler Cemetery. Condolences may be left online at www.kravanyafuneral.com. Kravanya Funeral... Full story
Eleanor June Dubetz, 93, of Benld, Ill., died at Calhoun Nursing & Rehab Center on Monday, June 19, 2023. She was born March 19, 1930, in Mt. Olive to Michael Sr. and Eleanor (Hefner) Jatcko. She married Alex Dubetz on Sept. 5, 1953, in Benld. He preceded her in death on June 29, 2012. She worked at Brown Shoe Factory, East Side Bakery and Rice Stix Dress Factory. Eleanor was a member of the Mt. Olive VFW Auxiliary and Green Oaks Garden Club. She was a former Girl Scout leader. Eleanor was a volunteer at Heritage Health of Gillespie. She is... Full story
Ruth Marie Gillespie, 100, of Shipman, Ill., fought a heroic battle to the end of 100 years. She died peacefully on June 23, 2023. Ruth was was born on March 8, 1923, the daughter of Sidney William and Marjory (Leak) Reno. Marjory died following childbirth. Sidney married Genevia Leak who soon became the mother Ruth would know and love. On Aug. 24, 1940, Ruth married Lloyd Gillespie. He preceded her in death in 1988. Ruth's life was not only a homemaker, but following the return from war, Lloyd and Ruth were active with the American Legion.... Full story
Jason Daniel Hanner, 39, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at his residence on Friday, June 23, 2023. He was born Dec. 30, 1983, in Alton, to Robert "Danny" Hanner and Dee Anna Schuetz Hanner. He was a welder. Jason was a volunteer for the Gillespie Minor Soccer Association. He loved fishing and enjoyed being with his family. He is survived by his grandmother, Delores Schuetz of Bunker Hill; mother, Dee Anna Hanner of Bunker Hill; sisters, Dea (Dusty) Bennett of Bunker Hill, Sara (Justin) Paul of Bunker Hill, Tara Provaznik of Bunker Hill; nieces and... Full story
Bentley Eugene Beer passed away peacefully in the loving arms of his parents on Thursday, June 15, 2023, at Children's Hospital and Medical Center in Omaha, Neb. Funeral services will be held at Christ Lutheran Church at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, June 21. Bentley was born in Sioux Falls, S.D., at 8:30 a.m. on June 10, 2023, to parents Justin and Amanda (Lemke) Beer. He was baptized in Christ on June 11. During his five short days here on earth he touched many lives and was loved tremendously by family and friends. Bentley experienced lots of... Full story
Michael Anthony Wilkinson, 58, of Gillespie, Ill., died in Bunker Hill on Saturday, June 3, 2023. He was born Jan. 1, 1965, in Chester, to Ronald Dale and Virginia Rose (Johnson) Wallace. He was a laborer. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Michael was an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan. He enjoyed spending time with family, drinking beer, camping and boating. He is survived by his mother, Virginia Wallace of Alton; fiancée, Mary Phillips of Gillespie; brothers and sisters, Bob (Michelle) Wilkinson of Godfrey, Cindy Wilkinson of East Alton, Tim... Full story
Shirley M. Zanter, 91, of Chatham, Ill., died at Country Lane Memory Care in Riverton on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. She was born Sept. 21, 1931, in Gillespie, to Charles and Rose (Rolando) Parrish. She married Eugene "Hack" Zanter on Oct. 25, 1952, in Gillespie. He preceded her in death on March 24, 1974. She was the bookkeeper for Little Dog Coal Mine, Prairie Farms and Peoples State Bank. She was the city clerk for the City of Gillespie. She enjoyed golfing, bowling, cross stitching and sewing. She is survived by her daughters, Roseann (Mark)... Full story
Lonnie W. Patton, 74, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Mo., on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. He was born Jan. 16, 1949, in Bloomfield, Mo., to Charles A. and Helen M. (Layton) Patton. He married Vicki Boner, and she survives. He was a backtender for Jefferson Smurfitt and worked in maintenance at SIUE. Lonnie was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force after having served during Vietnam. He loved camping, fishing, metal detecting, photography and spending time with his family. He is survived by his mother, Helen M. Patton of... Full story
Howard A. Reising, 70, of Hamel, Ill., died Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at Memorial Hospital East in Shiloh. He was born on May 22, 1953, in Staunton, the son of Herman and Anna (Rode) Reising. Howard grew up two miles east of Hamel on Hoxey Road and has lived in Hamel most of his life. In 1990 he and Keith Behrhorst purchased Hamel Concrete Products, later started a tire business and phased out the concrete business. They sold the business in 2015, to retire. He enjoyed hunting deer and quail, butchering and golfing. Survivors include three... Full story
Milda E Bussmann, 98, of Gillespie, Ill., died at Heritage Health of Gillespie on June 8, 2023. She was born May 30, 1925, in Midway, to August and Freida (Stoecker) Roessel. She married Harold G. Bussmann on Sept. 20, 1947. He preceded her in death on June 6, 1995. She was a farmer's wife. She operated Bussmann Turkey Farm along with her husband, Harold. She was a bookkeeper for Madison County Mutual. Milda was a member of the Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church of Gillespie and a member of the Willing Workers. She was also a member of the VFW... Full story
Richard J. Mitchell, 81, of Gillespie, Ill., died at his residence on Thursday, June 8, 2023. He was born May 6, 1942, in St. Louis, Mo., to Joseph and Mary Juanita (Webb) Mitchell. He married Jo Ann Poivey on Jan. 20, 1962, in Gillespie. She preceded him in death on May 30, 2020. He was a retired pipefitter for Shell Refinery. Richard was a member of the Knights of Columbus of Gillespie and Croatian Fraternal Union Lodge 217. He was a former member of the Macoupin County Board and Illinois Valley Association. He is survived by his children,... Full story
Kenneth Scott Snyder "Kenny, Kennyballs," 53, of Springfield, Ill., died peacefully Wednesday, June 7, 2023, surrounded by his family. Kenny was born Sept. 29, 1969, in Springfield at St. John's Hospital to Marlin Sr. and Darlene (Kunze) Snyder. Kenny went to Springfield schools – Hay Edwards and graduated from Lee Developmental Center in 1991, where Kenny met his favorite teacher, Janet Stratton. Kenny's passion was his family and family friends – he knew no stranger and all that met him became his instant friend for life. He loved pla... Full story
Kenneth J. Heigert, 65, of Staunton, Ill., died at his residence on Sunday, June 11, 2023. He was born on June 13, 1957, in Staunton, to Elmer and Doris (Jardin) Heigert. He married Linda Turner on Oct. 10, 1992, and she survives. Ken, a life-long Staunton resident, was formerly a heavy equipment mechanic at Fairmount Race Track and was a hobby farmer. A true handyman and Mr. Fix It, he was always willing to lend a hand. He was very proud of his children and grandchildren, and loved watching them grow. He is survived by his wife, Linda Heigert... Full story
A celebration of life for Leroy and Donna Vegher will be held Saturday, June 17, 2023, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Masonic Lodge in Staunton. Food will provided. Masonic rights will be given. Memorials may be given to Masonic Lodge 177 or Shriners Hospital in St. Louis, Mo.... Full story
Joseph Bradford "Brad" Bahn, 71, died on May 20, 2023, at Gilbert Mercy Hospital in Gilbert, Ariz. Born in St. Louis, Mo., on Feb. 9, 1952, and raised in Staunton, Ill., he was the son of the late Joseph and Sharon Bahn. Brad attended St Michael's Parochial School and Staunton High School. He graduated in 1970. He was very proud of setting and maintaining the Bulldogs basketball scoring record of 980 points. The family moved to Arizona in 1972. Brad attended the ASU school of business in Tempe.... Full story
John William Ernst, 92, of Alhambra, Ill., died on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at the Hitz Memorial Home in Alhambra. He was born on March 12, 1931, in New Douglas. He was the son of Albert G. Sr. and Tillie (Boehme) Ernst. He married Juanita Clotfelter on Aug. 16, 1953, at the First Baptist Church in Litchfield. She preceded him in death on July 27, 2021. John owned and operated the J&S Ernst Farm north of Alhambra. He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in New Douglas. John served as a... Full story
David Allen Zimmerman, 54, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at Anderson Hospital in Maryville on Thursday, June 1, 2023. He was born Jan. 31, 1969, in Alton, to Duane and Joan (Burt) Zimmerman. He married Stephanie Lahey on June 17, 1989, in Fosterburg, and she survives. He was an electrician where he completed warehouse maintenance. He was a member and shop steward of Local 649 IBEW. David was a member of the Bunker Hill Volunteer Fire Department Association. He was an avid hunter of boar and white tail bucks. He enjoyed fishing, four wheeling and... Full story
Terry L. Simpson, 61, of Gillespie, Ill., died on May 28, 2023, in Montgomery, Ala., while on vacation with his wife, Denise. He and his twin brother were gifted at birth on Sept. 23, 1961, in Waverly, Tenn., to Truman and Frances (Lampley) Simpson and was preceded in death by them as well as their biological mother, Imogene Thomas Etheridge. Terry attended grade school at Glenview Elementary school in Nashville, Tenn., until age 10, then moved to McEwen, Tenn., and attended McEwen Grade School and graduated from McEwen High School. After high... Full story
Arlene Anna Butts, 68, of Litchfield, Ill., died at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Mo., on Thursday, May 25, 2023. She was born Aug. 27, 1954, in Mt. Olive to Louis and Viola (Eickmeyer) Pauge. She married Larry G. Butts on July 7, 2000, in Gillespie. He survives. She was a factory assembler in the boat and motor parts industry. Arlene was an avid reader and seamstress. She enjoyed video games. She is survived by her husband, Larry Butts of Litchfield; sons, Ron Street, Eric Street, Chris Peters; two grandchildren; brother, Pete Peters... Full story
Eric D. Roberts, 51, of Gillespie, Ill., died at his residence on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. He was born June 22, 1971, at Scott Air Force Base to Theodore "Casey" and Jean (Herron) Roberts. He was a high-reach forklift operator for Gateway Commerce Center. Eric enjoyed listening to music, playing instruments and composing. He is survived by his siblings, Aaron (Angeline) Roberts of Moro, Betty (Carl) Salmon of Ohio, Casey (Scott) Roach of Springfield; nieces and nephews, Xander Roberts, Xia Roach, Jordan (Garrett) Belville and Jacob Roach. Eric... Full story
Roy Lee Baker, 95, of Shipman, Ill., died at Heritage Health of Staunton on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. He was born April 1, 1928, in Shipman, to George and Eva (Smith) Baker. He married Audrey Irene Smithpott, and she preceded him in death. He was a farmer and a self-taught machinist. Roy enjoyed toy making, casting, coin collecting and toy collecting. He is survived by his children, Gerald (Mina) Baker of Shipman, Dennis (Sonja) Baker of Plainview, Kenneth (Grace) Baker of Bethalto, Darrell... Full story
Wanda Jean Walford, 74, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at Alton Memorial Hospital in Alton on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. She was born June 17, 1948, in Cairo, to Oscar and Wanda (Whittenberg) Phelps. She married James F. Brewer, Sr. and later married John Walford. She was a homemaker. Wanda was a member of the Bunker Hill First Assembly of God Church. She is survived by her children, Patra (Leonard) Hankins of Bunker Hill, Tina (Rodney) Schumann of Cuba, Mo., Malinda (Jeffrey) Wolff of Brighton, Jason (Kim) Brewer of Bunker Hill, Aaron (Gina)... Full story
James A. Smith, 76, of Staunton, Ill., died at St. John's Hospital in Springfield on Sunday, May 21, 2023. He was born March 18, 1947, in Litchfield, to Kenton and May (Yakos) Smith. He married Cheryl J. Cherry on June 7, 1980, in Benld. She survives. He was retired after having been a dispatcher for the Illinois State Police. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army who served during the Vietnam era. James was a member of the VFW of Staunton, and a 45-year member of the Masonic Lodge of Staunton. He was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan and a Los... Full story
Mary Ann Bertels, 88, of Dorsey, Ill., died at Anderson Hospital in Maryville on Monday, May 22, 2023. She was born Jan. 16, 1935, in Carlinville, to George and Florence (Knetzer) Koster. She married Lorman Bertels, and he preceded her in death. She was a clerk for Carlinville Farm Bureau and Dorsey Post Office. She is survived by her son, David (Donna) Bertels of Dorsey; grandchildren, Kalie, Justin, Logan; siblings, John (Delores) Koster of Carlinville and Judy (Don) Pigg of Jacksonville. Mary was preceded in death by her parents and... Full story