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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Mark W. Leckrone, 73, of Edwardsville, formerly of Staunton, died on Monday, Feb. 13, 2023, with his family by his side. Mark was born on March 17, 1949, in Alton, to William E. and Shirley M. (Luckert) Leckrone. On Nov. 26, 1971, in Belleville, he married Linda S. Wise, who survives. Mark grew up the son of a Methodist pastor, moving from Thompson, to Pocahontas, to Caseyville, where he met Linda. Upon graduating from Collinsville High School in 1967, he entered the United States Coast Guard. He attended college at Southern Illinois...
Sandra J. Salvati, 81, died Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023, at her daughter's home in Staunton, Ill. She was born in Radford, Va., on May 18, 1941, to John Lewis Roop and Hattie Louise (Simpson) Roop. She married Richard S. Salvati on June 10, 1971, in Washington, N.J., and he preceded her in death on Aug. 11, 2007. Mrs. Salvati was a homemaker and a retired babysitter. She is survived by her only daughter, Laura (Thomas) Heigert of Staunton; and a sister, Rose Roop of Roanoke, Va.; and many nieces...
Betty J. Sauerwein, 78, of Plainview, Ill., died at Heritage Health of Gillespie on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023. She was born Oct. 17, 1944, in Alton, to J.W. Gregory and Velda Manahan Gregory. She married James Sauerwein, and he preceded her in death. She was a CNA for Heritage Health in Carlinville. She is survived by her son, Jason (Miranda) Sauerwein of Gillespie; grandchildren, Paige, Justis "Bear", Kleesey; and siblings, Bernard "B.J." (Darleen) Gregory of Gillespie, Joan Page of Gillespie, Kathy Robinson of Shipman, Deborah (Randy) Hagen of...
Wendy Kay Looser, 43, of Staunton, Ill., died on Jan. 12, 2023, at Alton Memorial Hospital. Wendy was born on Nov. 29, 1979, to Jim and Sheri (Bombardieri) Looser. She attended Mt. Olive Elementary and High School, graduating with the Class of 1998, and later briefly attended Lincoln Land Community College. While she held several jobs over the course of her life, Wendy's greatest professional joy came from her work in hospitality. In her free time, Wendy enjoyed reading and re-reading her hundre...
John Edward Pickett, 70, of Gillespie, Ill., died at Carlinville Area Hospital in Carlinville on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023. He was born May 31, 1952, in Litchfield to William and Isabelle (Murray) Pickett. He was a retired auto salesman. He is survived by his children, Jaimi (Jay) Reid of Gillespie, Jennifer Pickett of Gillespie; grandchildren, Aiyanna Taylor, Davian Taylor, Paxton Reid, Jiles Lyons, Jr., Atlen Lyons, Haze Berisa; siblings, Jim (Carolyn) Pickett of Gillespie, Dan Pickett of St. Louis, Mo., David (Pam) Pickett of Gillespie, and...
Gail Hainaut, 66, of Granite City, Ill., died on Friday, Jan. 13, 2023, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Mo. She was born April 10, 1956, in Litchfield, the daughter of the late Calvin Hainaut and the late Clara (Senaldi) Mansholt. Gail was employed as a utility technician at Granite City Steel in Granite City. She was a member of U.S. Steelworkers Union Local #1899. She is survived by one brother, Rick (Sheila) Hainaut of Taylorville; four nieces, Charis (Ryan) Lowis of Taylorville, Melissa Hainaut of Taylorville, Michelle Hainaut of...
John Harold Klekamp, 76, a well-known area resident of rural Litchfield died Jan. 19, 2023, at Elevate Care Chicago North in Chicago due to a fall resulting in a traumatic brain injury. John was born July 21, 1946, a son of the late Harold and Helen (Lueneman) Klekamp. John was baptized in St. John's Lutheran Church in Litchfield. He attended Immanuel Lutheran School and was confirmed there. He was a 1964 graduate of Mt. Olive High School and excelled in track earning letters all four years....
Janet F. Brown, 81, of Gillespie, Ill., died at her residence on Monday, Jan. 16, 2023. She was born Nov. 9, 1941, in Brighton to Lester and Wilmeth (Carr) Brown. She was a retired clerk for Walmart. Janet enjoyed spending time with her kids and grandkids. She also enjoyed camping. She is survived by her children, Teena (Jim) Pratt Lafferty of Gillespie, Patti (Dale) Rather of Bunker Hill, Suzy Novak of Gillespie, Russell (Stephanie) Pratt III of Gillespie; grandchildren, Dakota Bunnell, Noah Robertson, Bianca Royer, Joseph Rather, Alexander...
Kenneth Charles Kay, 87, of Benld, Ill., died peacefully at home on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023. He was born in 1935 in Racine, Wis., to Elwood and Mary (Trione) Kay. He grew up in East St. Louis, until his family moved to Hollywood Heights. Kenneth graduated from Collinsville High School in 1952 and went on to attend the University of Illinois where he earned a bachelor's degree in music education. Kenneth was drafted into the Army in 1958. He was stationed at Ft. Leonard Wood, Mo., until his early release in 1959 to teach band in Manito. In...
Harold D. Smith, Sr., 85, of Gillespie, Ill., died at St. John's Hospital in Springfield on Jan. 23, 2023. He was born Oct. 1, 1937, in Gillespie to Irvin and Ruth Hazel (Dillard) Smith. He married Lindia M. Crocker on July 25, 1959, and she survives. He was a retired coal miner for Monterey Coal Co. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy who served during Korea. He was a member of the UMWA. He loved trucks, fast cars and western movies. He is survived by his wife, Lindia Smith of Gillespie; children, David (Tracy) Smith of Gillespie, Barry Smith...
Adam David Thomason, 33, of Bethalto, Ill., died on Friday, Jan. 13, 2023, at St. Louis University Hospital in St. Louis, Mo., from injuries received in a car accident. He was born Feb. 5, 1989, in Alton, the son of Rick and Carol (Hopper) Thomason. He married Kristen Goben on June 2, 2018, at New Hope Baptist Church in Worden, and she survives. Adam was eagerly anticipating the birth of their baby boy who will be born approximately Feb. 10, 2023. He was a 2007 graduate of Staunton High School...
Jeffrey Scott Timmermeier, 60, of Litchfield, Ill., died at his residence on Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023. He was born Nov. 2, 1962, in Alton, to Robert "Mike" Michael and Janet L. (Stahl) Timmermeier. He married Tracy D. Drake Timmermeier on July 8, 1989, in Staunton, and she survives. He was an adjuster for Olin Corporation for 41 years. Jeffrey enjoyed fishing and mushroom hunting. He enjoyed watching sports, working on puzzles and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Tracy...
Marietta M. Welborn, 87, of Staunton, Ill., died Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023, at her residence. She was born Oct. 15, 1935, in Staunton, the daughter of the late Joseph and Lena (Colpi) Cheragotti. She married Daniel Welborn in 1975, and he preceded her in death in January 2003. Marietta was employed as a registered nurse at Community Hospital of Staunton for over 30 years. She was also a member of St. Michael Catholic Church of Staunton, a volunteer at His Service Station and at Community Hospital...
Margaret McGrady, 97, died peacefully on Jan. 6, 2023, at her home in Gillespie, Ill. She was born in Farina on Jan. 24, 1925, to Charles and Agnes (Crooker) Bee. Margaret grew up in Alma. She attended the University of Illinois, where she studied piano and voice. As a freshman, she was the accompanist for the U of I Mens’ Glee Club. It was at U of I that she met Denis McGrady, her husband of 63 years. They were married on April 26, 1944, and settled in Gillespie, where they raised their nine children. Margaret shared her considerable m...
Mary Ann (Pickerill) Cherry Scopel, 83, of Benld, Ill., died at Community Hospital of Staunton on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023. She was born Jan. 3, 1940, in Harvel, to James and Mary Eileen (Floyd) Pickerill. She married Wesley C. Cherry on Sept. 3, 1960, in Mt. Olive. He preceded her in death on Sept. 16, 1986. She married Bruce J. Scopel on June 8, 1996, in Benld. He preceded her in death on Dec. 27, 2020. Mary Ann's employment consisted of a secretary for Purina, Macoupin County Treasurer's Office...
Aaron Tytus Robbins, 74, of Benld, Ill., died at Community Hospital of Staunton on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023. He was born April 10, 1948, in Grassy, Mo., to Bill Robbins and Rosemary Fowler Baker. He married Portia Diane Goad on Nov. 29, 1968, in St. Louis, Mo., and she survives. He was a retired welder for Ideal Fabricators in White City. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy after having served during Vietnam. Aaron was all about his family. He is survived by his wife, Diane Robbins of Benld; children, Vicki (James) Turner of Hamel, Wes Robbins of...
Clara Marie Mansholt, 94, of Staunton, Ill., died on Monday, Jan. 9, 2023, at Heritage Health in Staunton. She was born July 6, 1928, the daughter of the late Harry and Margaret (Zdlikofer) Senaldi. She married Marcus A. Mansholt on Dec. 20, 1958, in Mississippi, and he preceded her in death on July 14, 2017. Clara was employed as a cashier at Bill's IGA in Staunton for many years. She was also a UFCW member and loved spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by one son, Rick (Sheila) Hainaut of Taylorville; one daughter, Gail Haina...
Vivian Lea (Martintoni) Martin, 76, of Opdyke, Ill., died Jan. 10, 2023, at Mercy Hospital in St. Louis, Mo. She was born July 30, 1946, in Williamson, a daughter of the late Robert and Marion (Bononi) Martintoni. Vivian married Richard Martin, and he preceded her in death on Jan. 7, 2006. Vivian worked as a bookkeeper at Pitchford Elevator in Richview. She formerly worked at Karchmer Pipe and Supply in Centralia. Vivian was the owner of Parkway Shoe Repair in Mount Vernon. She loved working on the farm with her grandson. Vivian will be deeply...
Mary Ann Hasse Buel passed away on Jan. 2, 2023, at a hospice facility near Tampa, Fla. Mary Ann Hasse was born on May 27, 1938, in Litchfield, Ill. She attended Staunton High School and Illinois State Normal University. While in high school, she was an accomplished pianist who accompanied musicians and played at special events including graduations. After college Mary Ann was a teacher in the Dundee/Hampshire area where she met her first husband Jerry Herrmann. They had two children, Lisa and Chris. Some years later and being single again,...
Maridel Lee Fowler, 88, died on Jan. 11, 2023, at Heritage Health Care in Gillespie, Ill.. She was born on March 1, 1934, in Williamson, the daughter of the late William and Nora (Best) Nixon. She married Arvel Fowler on June 29, 1968, at the First Methodist Church in Staunton, and he preceded her in death on Sept. 2, 2011. Maridel received her Masters Degree in Education and worked as a teacher for Bethalto School District, and the Williamson, Livingston and Staunton School Districts. Maridel was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Bethalto...
Jeanne Yvonne Townsend, 64, of Staunton, IL died on Saturday, January 14, 2023 at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL. She was born on March 1, 1958 in Granite City, IL to William Omer Eaker and Beulah (Stroder) Eaker. Jeanne married Kenneth Townsend in Granite City, IL on February 19, 1975. The loving wife and mother enjoyed doing crossword puzzles and spending time with her family and grandchildren. Besides her husband, Jeanne is survived by a daughter, Mandy Townsend of Staunton; a son, Kenneth Jr (Stephanie) Townsend of Staunton; 5...
Helen Joan "Jody" Zarr, 86, of Mt. Olive, Ill., died on Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023, at her home. She was born on Feb. 8, 1936, in Shoal Creek Township to Herman J. Schweppe and Goldie B. (Seeger) Schweppe. She married John Andrew Zarr at the home of Ferdinand and Pauline Girardi in Benld on Feb. 16, 1963, and he preceded her in death on Dec. 19, 2013. She attended school in Livingston. Mrs. Zarr was a self-employed beautician and owned and operated a business that sold crafts, furniture and offered...
Randall Herman Caldwell, 88, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at his residence on Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023. He was born Dec. 15, 1934, in Mattoon to Elwood Caldwell and Jessie Patrick Caldwell. He married Joy Lee Mansholt, and she survives. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy during Korea. He was a retired operating engineer for Local 520. Randall was a member of the Operating Engineers Local 520. He was former road commissioner for Dorchester Township. His favorite saying was "Oh My." He is survived by his wife, Joy Caldwell of Bunker Hill; children,...
Janice Marie Kern, 67, of Gillespie, Ill., died at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Mo., on Sunday, Dec. 25, 2022. She was born June 20, 1955, to William E. and Shirley Jean (Logsdon) Hopper. She was a bookkeeper. Janice adored Bichon dogs. She is survived by her children, Timothy Clotfelter, of Gillespie, Cole Kern of Gillespie; grandchildren, Demi, Gabe; siblings, Nancy Hopper of Gillespie, William (Jeana) Hopper Jr. of Arkansas, Stephen (Terrie) Bloomfield of Mt Olive; several step-siblings, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Janice was...
William Steven Meyer, 75, of Hamel, Ill., passed away on Friday, Jan. 6, 2023. He was born Jan. 9, 1947, in St. Louis, Mo., the son of the late Wilbur and Lucille (nee Meyer) Meyer. He was preceded in death by his parents and his daughter, Jennifer Meyer-Ashauer. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Amy (Pohlmann) Meyer; daughters Julie (Aaron) Fish and Billie (Guy) Robinson; six grandchildren, Ethan, Morgan, and Peyton Ashauer, Meila and Willow Robinson, and Gabriel Fish; and a sister, Sue...