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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A brief memorial and burial service will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery in Staunton for John "Jack" M. Mahota (1938-2011) and his wife Mary "Mary Kay" C. Mahota (1938-2015) on Friday, June 9, 2023, at 1 p.m. The service will be presided over by the Rev. Thomas Hagstrom, V.F. of Saint Michael the Archangel Catholic church. Jack and Mary Kay's children, Mike, Tim and Kristen will be in attendance. Anyone wishing to come is welcome to attend.... Full story
Richard A. Sturgill, 87, of Livingston, Ill., died at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, on Thursday, May 25, 2023. He was born May 22, 1936, in Equality, the son of the late Arzie and Mildred (Lassater) Sturgill. He married Karen J. Turner on April 14, 1974, in Alton, and she survives. He was the owner and manager of Poor Boy Portable Buildings at Rt. 140 and Rt. 4 junction for 28 years, retiring in 2018. Survivors include his wife, Karen Sturgill of Livingston; one daughter, Cherise (Patrick) Sowell of Granite City; and three grandsons, J... Full story
John J. Fraelle, 72, of Benld, Ill., died at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield on Saturday, May 20, 2023. He was born Sept. 10, 1950, in Litchfield, to John J. and Emily (Carter) Fraelle. He married Lynn Bray on Oct. 27, 1989, in Carlinville. She survives. He was retired after having been a foreman for Monterey Coal Co. After John retired from Monterey Coal Co, he studied computer technology and he worked for Frick, Inc., in St. Louis, Mo. He was a member of the Army National Guard. He is survived by his wife, Lynn Fraelle of Benld; son, Eric... Full story
Melanie Anne Hedlund, 67, of Troy, Ill., died on Sunday, May 14, 2023, in St. Louis, Mo. She was born Friday, Feb. 24, 1956, in Louisville, Ky., to Paul and Yvonne (Hakes) McAllister. Melanie was a member of the Catholic Church. She enjoyed watching her TV programs, playing with the grand-dogs and visiting with her family. Surviving are her children, Lori (Jeff Rachell) Sanders of Waterloo, Ill., Lisa (Rodney Weis) Kittel of Collinsville, Samantha Hedlund of Staunton; and her grandson, Charles Rachell. She was preceded in death by her parents.... Full story
Dennis G. Nowell, 72, formerly of Mt. Olive Ill., died peacefully on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, in St. Louis, Mo. He was born in Portageville, Mo., on Oct. 24, 1950, the son of Thomas and Roberta (DeRousse) Nowell. He married his high school sweetheart, Sharon Knes, in Mt. Olive on June 6, 1970, and she preceded him in death on April 18, 2012. He met Paulette Crawford in 2014, and they married on Sept. 24, 2016. She survives. Dennis spent his early childhood years in Granite City before the family... Full story
Curt L. Hicken, 73, of Gillespie, Ill., died at his residence on Thursday, May 18, 2023. He was born Oct. 30, 1949, in Litchfield, to Neal and Mary Lucille (Keck) Hicken. He married Elizabeth Jean Clark on Jan. 1, 1999, in Gillespie. She survives. He was a technical writer for Boeing and an outdoor writer. He was a member of the Carlinville Elks, Masonic Order Gillespie Chapter, Aglow Outdoor Writer's Group where he was also former executive director. He was a musician, avid hunter and fisherman. He loved to camp, travel and spend time with... Full story
Herbert C. "Herb" Sievers, 74, of Staunton, Ill., died on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at St. Louis University Hospital in St. Louis, Mo. He was born June 20, 1948, in Litchfield, the son of the late Charles F. and Vera (Gerdes) Sievers. He married Linda Pass on April 25, 1970, at St. Michael Catholic Church in Staunton, and she survives. Herb was the owner of Sievers Truck Service in Staunton for many years. He started it in 1973 with one truck and over the years grew the business to over 20 trucks.... Full story
Kinsley Elizabeth Blum was born without a heartbeat Sunday, May 14, 2023, at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield, Ill. Though she never spent much time with us on earth, she touched many of our lives but angels never die they just gain their wings. Kinsley is survived by her mother and father, Anna Semar and Dustin Blum of Palmyra; her four brothers, Ashton, Eli, Noah, Levi; maternal grandparents, Addie Perkins (partner Carlo Vitale) and several aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her brother, Andrew Blum; maternal... Full story
Janet Meininger, 75, of Plainview, Ill., died at St. John's Hospital, Springfield, on Monday, May 8, 2023. She was born Nov. 16, 1947, in Alton, to Kenneth and Irene (Myers) Foreman. She married Steven A. Meininger on April 16, 1980, in Galacia. She was owner, operator for J&S Tires. Janet enjoyed quilting and cats. She is survived by her husband, Steve Meininger of Plainview; children, Josyane (Shane) White of Hillsboro, Marci (Dan) Carter of Hillsboro, Erik (Cathy Jo) Meininger of Shipman, Kelly (Don) Geirtz of Shipman; grandchildren, Alex... Full story
Lillian June Strubinger, 91, formerly of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at River Crossing of Alton on Monday, May 15, 2023. She was born July 16, 1931, in Hardwick, Vt., to Chester and June Bailey. She married Glen Strubinger on May 12, 1954, in Nashua, N.H. He preceded her in death on Dec. 23, 2008. She is survived by her daughters, Gayle Vincelette of West Frankfort, Ill., Robin (Chris) Schlobohm of Bunker Hill, Ill.; sons, Randal (Sharon) Brunet of Chaska, Minn., Wayne (Jeannie) Strubinger of Denver, Colo., Ron (Dennis Sorenson) Strubinger of... Full story
Kay Ann Purdy, 81, of Gillespie, Ill., died at Community Hospital of Staunton on Friday, May 19, 2023. She was born July 22, 1941, in East Chicago, Ind., to Henry Wagner and Irma Johanntosettel. She was married to and divorced from the father of her four children. She then married Theodore "Ted" Cummings on Dec. 29, 1989, and he died in August 1998. Then she married Alfred "Chick" Purdy on June 2, 2010. He preceded her in death on Dec. 23, 2020. She worked as a cashier at the Diamond's Restaurant and Nickerson's Restaurant. She also traveled... Full story
Raymond Allen Chapman, 82, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at his residence on Friday, May 12, 2023. He was born Jan. 20, 1941, in Alton, to Bertram and Virginia (Stickney) Chapman Landreth. He married Mary Catherine "Cookie" Grelle on Sept. 30, 1961, in Alton. She preceded him in death on Jan. 14, 2022. He was retired after working for Local 553 Pipefitters & Plumbers where he was a guard and taught trade school. He was manager of building maintenance at SIUE. He also had worked for Alton Plumbing and Heating, Bunker Hill School District, France... Full story
Patricia L. Luttman, 63, of Hillsboro, Ill., died at her residence on Friday, May 12, 2023. She was born April 21, 1960, in Litchfield, to Floyd and Joan (Hamilton) Luttman. She enjoyed cake decorating, reading, jigsaw puzzles and drawing art. She is survived by her mother, Joan Luttman; siblings, Joann Conlee, Pam Atkin, Ron (Melanie) Luttman, Bob Luttman; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Patricia was preceded in death by her father; nephew, Philip Luttman; brother-in-law, Bill Conlee and sister-in-law, Donna Luttman.... Full story
Sharon K. Hilts, 75, of Florissant, Mo., died at DePaul Hospital in St. Louis, Mo., on Wednesday, May 10, 2023. She was born March 8, 1948, in Carlinville, Ill., and was the daughter of the late Myron L. and Lucille (Bozue) Spencer. She married Gary Hilts, and he preceded her in death on Aug. 5, 2014. She was employed as a baker at the Pillsbury Factory in St. Louis for many years. She is survived by her brother, Myron Spencer of Worden, Ill. Several cousins also survive. No services are scheduled. Private burial was at Memorial Park Cemetery... Full story
Donald L. Best, 72, of Staunton, Ill., died Monday, May 8, 2023, at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield. He was born on April 1, 1951, in Staunton, and was a son of the late Kenneth and Elizabeth Frame Best. He married Linda Hainaut on Nov. 6, 1971, at St. Michael Catholic Church in Staunton, and she survives. He worked as a coal miner with Monterey Coal Co. #1 in Gillespie for over 30 years and was a member of United Mine Workers Local #1613 (member of the Mine Rescue Team). He was a member of... Full story
Leroy J. Vegher, 81, of Worden, Ill., died Thursday, May 4, 2023, at Bria Healthcare of Wood River. Born Dec. 5, 1941, in Litchfield, he was the son of Paul and Ann (Zeni) Vegher. On Dec. 8, 1962, in Staunton, he married Donna Honerkamp. She survives. He had been a driver for Cassens Transport for many years before retiring. He is survived by his wife Donna Vegher of Worden; a son, Dean (Kim) Vegher of Worden; daughters, Lee Ann (Charles) Wiley of Alton, Lisa Callahan of Alton; five... Full story
Amy Lynn Carter, 38, of Gillespie, Ill., died at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield on Monday, May 1, 2023. She was born Feb. 13, 1985, in Tampa, Fla., to Dennis and Mary Jo (Yurkovich) Henson. She was a painter for the local union. Amy enjoyed painting, motorcycle riding, boating, dancing and being with family and friends. She is survived by her father, Dennis Henson of Benld; mother, Mary Jo Henson of Benld; sons, Trevlin Long of Benld, Jonathon Carter of Mt. Olive; daughter, Emilyn Boaz of Gillespie; sisters, Keisha Campbell of Wilsonville,... Full story
Danny Michael Richardson, 72, of Granite City, Ill., died on Friday, May 12, 2023, at his home while under hospice care. He was born Dec. 31, 1950, in Clarksville, Tenn., to Elva (Grizzard) Burcham and Vonnie Richardson. On June 11, 1982, he and Robyn Ann Grayson were married in Granite City. She preceded him in death May 16, 2019. Danny was a U.S. Army veteran, and after military service he owned and operated a construction company in Washington and later became a welder working for Tower... Full story
Judith Ann Schoen, 78, of Litchfield, Ill., died at her residence on Sunday, May 7, 2023. She was born Nov. 26, 1944, to Howard "Red" and Vera Hoxsey Cottingham. She married Philip Schoen on Dec. 5, 1970, in Litchfield. He preceded her in death on March 28, 2007. She was retired after having been a secretary for the Litchfield Middle and High Schools. Judith was a member of the First Christian Church of Gillespie. She sang in trio at Litchfield Christian Church. She loved dancing and enjoyed being with her grandchildren. She is survived by her... Full story
Sheryn Lee "Sherrie" Little, 75, of Sawyerville, Ill., died at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Mo., on Sunday, May 7, 2023. She was born June 8, 1947, in Arkansas City, Kan. For many years, Sherrie worked retail for Rural King in both Carlinville and Litchfield. She took great joy and pride in addressing the customers with a smile and hello, and escorting them through the store to retrieve the item they were looking to purchase. She enjoyed talking to people. She is survived by her son, Rick (Rachel) Smith of Carlinville; four... Full story
Joseph A. Mishanec, 90, of Staunton, Ill., died on Monday, May 8, 2023, at Aspen Creek in Troy. He was born May 15, 1932, the son of the late Joseph and Catherine (Rumisek) Mishanec. He married Joy M. Fraker on March 20, 1955, at Zion Lutheran Church in Staunton, and she preceded him in death on March 2, 2023. Joe was an iron worker out of Local #396 in East St. Louis. He served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. He met his sweetie at an Officers Ball. Joe loved his family and... Full story
Victor John Sauerwein, 86, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Mo., on Saturday, May 13, 2023. He was born Feb. 11, 1937, in Bunker Hill to John and Ruth (Zarges) Sauerwein. He married Charlene Bauer on Jan. 23, 1960, in Edwardsville. She survives. He was a retired steelworker who worked for 29 years at Laclede Steel. He was also a farmer. Victor was a hunter, fisherman and trapper. He also enjoyed gardening. He is survived by his wife, Charlene Sauerwein of Bunker Hill; son, Jon (Theresa) Sauerwein of Bunker...
Merry L. Callovini, 66, of Staunton, Ill., died on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at Alton Memorial Hospital in Alton. She was born Aug. 7, 1956, in Alton, the daughter of the late Shirley (Geisler) Hansel Buehler and the late Kenneth Buehler. She married Phil Callovini, Sr., on Sept. 3, 1988, and he survives. Merry worked as a paralegal with law offices in Edwardsville for many years and was also a Mary Kay consultant. She was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church of Staunton, Staunton Lions... Full story
James R. Wright, 82, of Gillespie, Ill., died at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield on Sunday, March 5, 2023. He was born July 11, 1940, in Alton, to Clyde Wright and Freda Boker Wright. He married Ann Marie Cox on July 23, 1965, at SS Peter & Paul Church in Alton, and she preceded him in death. James graduated from Marquette High School in Alton in 1958. He was retired after having been the owner/operator of Wrights Cleaning. James was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a member of the Macoupin Amateur Radio Club and SS Simon & Jude... Full story
William Nolan Logue Jr., 75, of Hamel, Ill., died on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at his home. William was born on Feb. 5, 1948, the son of William Logue Sr. and Mary (Manning) Logue. He attended Mt. Olive High School and graduated in the Class of 1966. He married Michele Logue on Sept. 26, 1970, at the White City Motorcycle Club in White City, and she preceded him in death. William was a firefighter for over 30 years. He loved traveling with his wife and spending time with his family. Cars and trucks were one of William's hobbies, and he also... Full story