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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Patrick J. Whitehead, 58, of Litchfield, Ill., died Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022, at his residence. He was born Aug. 13, 1964, in East St. Louis, the son of the late William and Ann (Gibson) Whitehead. He married Angel Harrison on Aug. 7, 1993, in Collinsville, and she survives. He was employed as a machine operator at Kraft Foods in Granite City for many years. Patrick loved to play his guitar. He also enjoyed wood-working and refinishing, and making his family laugh. He is survived by his wife, Angel Whitehead of Litchfield; five children, Cindy...
Linda Lou Wiersma, 76, of Springfield, Ill., formerly of Gillespie, died Dec. 15, 2022, at her residence. She was born on June 26, 1946, in Litchfield, the daughter of the late Martin and Gweneth (Jones) Molinar. She married John Clifford Wiersma on March 22, 1974, in Fort Smith, Ark., and he preceded her in death. She was a graduate of Gillespie High School and received a bachelor’s degree from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. She made her career as an educator beginning in the public school system then working until her r...
Elizabeth Koval, nee Stellhorn, 48, of Ballwin, Mo., died Friday, Dec. 16, 2022, at her residence surrounded by her loved ones. She was born Jan. 23, 1974, in Logan, Utah. Elizabeth grew up in Freeburg, started her own loving family in Ballwin, Mo., but her soul was always by the ocean. Elizabeth treasured her family, friends, patients and especially her pets. Elizabeth was a generous soul who gave with every ounce of her heart. aShe brightened any room she entered and was a stranger to no one....
Le Roy T. Fahnestock, 82, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at St. Anthony's Hospital in Alton on Monday, Dec. 12, 2022. He was born Feb. 20, 1940, in Ste. Genevieve, Mo., to Clifford Fahnestock and Maxine Pruitt Fahnestock. He married Janet Hahn on Feb. 24, 1961, in St. Louis County, Mo., and she survives. He was a banker. He was also a minister in Kimmswick, Mo., and pastor for Woodburn Bible Church for 30 years. He was a Mizzou football fan, St. Louis Cardinal fan and softball coach. He enjoyed...
Marian E. Slazinik, 91, of Staunton, Ill., died on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, at her residence. She was born March 25, 1931, in St. Louis, Mo., the daughter of the late Werner G. and Mary (Albertini) Zinn. She married Norman Slazinik on Sept. 5, 1950, in St. Louis, and he preceded her in death on Feb. 6, 2007. Marian was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church of Staunton and a member of Staunton Country Club for many years. She is survived by two sons, Norman J. (Monica)...
Patrick Joseph Magill, 56, of Staunton, Ill., formerly of Warrenton, Mo., died on Friday, Dec. 16, 2022, at Missouri Baptist Hospital in St. Louis, Mo. He was born on Aug. 17, 1966, in St. Louis, the son of Harry W. Jr. and Annette (Munster) Magill. Pat attended the Southview Special School District in St. Louis County, Mo., and graduated in 1987. Pat had a bright and curious love for life. Besides spending time with family, Pat was a proud uncle, loving brother, and brother-in-law. Pat enjoyed...
Billy "Bill" Dean Probst, 81, of Mt. Olive, Ill., died on Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022, at Stillwater Senior Living in Edwardsville. He was born in Staunton on Oct. 3, 1941, the son of William Probst and Marie Louise (Stieglitz) Probst. Bill married Judy Dittmaier on May 25, 1963. She preceded him in death on Dec. 21, 2018. He attended Zion Lutheran Grade School in Staunton and graduated from Staunton High School. He was employed by McDonnell Douglas Aircraft now Boeing Aircraft in St. Louis, Mo., for...
Darla Jean Haustein Kasten, 55, of Grand Tower, Ill., formerly of Livingston and Staunton, passed away in November 2022. She was born Aug. 1, 1967, in East St. Louis, the daughter of Kenneth Haustein and Darlene Allen. She married Peter Joseph Kasten on Nov. 21, 1986, in Las Vegas, Nev., and he preceded her in death on Sept. 3, 2002. She was a 1985 graduate of Livingston High School. Darla is survived by her daughter, Kati Elizabeth (Jonathon)Gooding; son, Joseph Anthony Kasten; granddaughter,...
Robert Everett Eickmeyer, 74, of St. Louis, Mo., died on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, at Christian Northeast Hospital in St. Louis. Robert was born on July 2, 1948, the son of the late Everett and Helen (Grosenheider) Eickmeyer of Mt. Olive, Ill. He served in the United States Navy in Vietnam from 1966-1972. He was honorably discharged. Robert is survived by a sister, Cynthia Walker of Vermont and many extended family and friends. A graveside service at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in St....
Thomas W. Schulze, 65, of Jerseyville, Ill., died at Mercy Hospital South in St. Louis, Mo., on Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022. He was born Feb. 17, 1957, in Wood River to Albert F. and Betty (Pace) Schulze. He married Connie S. Harvill on June 16, 1984, in Gillespie. She survives. He was a custodian for Scott Air Force Base. Thomas enjoyed fishing and spending time with his nieces and nephews. He is survived by his wife, Connie Schulze of Jerseyville; sisters, Janice (Gerald) Grammer of Gillespie, Karen (Richard) Keffer of Mansfield, Texas; brothers,...
Lois Kay Bidwell, 72, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at her residence on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022. She was born Aug. 3, 1950. She married Gary L. Bidwell on Feb. 22, 2004, in Hazelwood, Mo., and he survives. She worked in sales. She enjoyed fishing, boating, camping, cooking and being with family. Lois also loved flowers. She is survived by her husband, Gary Bidwell; son, Brian Joseph Guth; and three grandchildren. Lois was preceded in death by her parents. No public services are scheduled. Condolences may be left online at www.kravanyafuneral.com....
Milton James Bray, 69, of Gillespie, Ill., died at his residence on Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022. He was born Jan. 15, 1953, in Wood River to Milton Lawrence Bray and Georgia Ellen Baker Bray. He married Tyonia G. Parker, and she survives. He was a retired coal miner from Monterey Coal Co. He is survived by his mother, Georgia Bray of Shipman; wife, Tyonia Bray of Gillespie; children, Josh (Cynthia) Bray of Benld, Tish (Jeff) Bernhardt of Hamel, Adam (companion, Camilla Cox) Bray of Gillespie; stepson, Tommy Reynolds of Granite City; grandchildren,...
Jeffrey Allen Buzick, 47, of Mt. Olive, Ill., died. on Nov. 24, 2022, at St. John's Hospital in Springfield.He was born in Carlinville on April 7, 1975, to Leonard Carl Buzick and Teresa Marie (Williams) Buzick. He is survived by his mother, Teresa Buzick; children, Hailey Buzick, Cody Buzick and Zackary Buzick; sisters, Bobbie Doyle and Mary (Curtis) Wattler; several nieces and nephews; his grandmother, Mary Williams-Scheller; and many beloved family and friends. He was preceded in death by...
John William Ulakey, 77, of Glasgow, Ky., died at his residence on Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2022. He was born Feb. 22, 1945, in Carlinville, Ill., to Steve and Wilma (Heck) Ulakey. He married Nancy Rothermel on April 25, 1981, and she survives. He was retired after having been an internal auditor for May Department Stores. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army after serving as a captain during Vietnam. John was a member of the VFW and K of C. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Ulakey of Glasgow, Ky.; children, Kari Presnell, Lynn Sorbie, Kathy Fellin,...
Shane Michael Boston, 41, of Eagarville, Ill., died at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield on Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022. He was born Feb. 22, 1981, in Litchfield to Ronald N. Boston and Shari L. Estell Overturf. He was a roofer and tattoo artist. Shane enjoyed camping and fishing. He is survived by his mother, Shari Overturf (companion, Richard Overturf) of Eagarville; children, Derek Rhodes, Rhiannon Black; grandchild, Raclynn Rhodes; siblings, Trisha Kester, Crystal Parker, William Overturf, Jr., Jason Boston; grandma, Kay Purdy of Gillespie;...
Rosemary T. Messner, 86, of Gillespie, Ill., died on Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2022, at Heritage Health of Gillespie. She was born on May 12, 1936, in Graz, Austria, to Karl and Regina (Pongraz) Messner. She was a pianist and choir director at SS Simon & Jude Church for many years. She was a member of the SS Simon and Jude Altar Society. She is survived by several cousins in Austria; special friend, Becky Cerkoski; several closer friends and Bill Ruyle's special family. Rosemary was preceded in death by her parents. A memorial Mass will be held on...
Betty Ann McKinney, 82, of Livingston, Ill., died at her residence in Livingston, Ill., on Friday, Dec. 2, 2022. She was born on Sept. 25, 1940, in Alton, a daughter of the late Loren and Anna (Marchis) Hainaut. She married Jerome D. Bond on Aug. 16, 1958, in Edwardsville, and he preceded her in death on June 17, 1986. She then married James P. McKinney on Sept. 12, 2003, in Edwardsville, and he passed away on Oct. 3, 2008. Betty worked as housekeeping supervisor at Barry Care Center (now Heritage Health) in Staunton for 27 years. She was a...
Geraldine Ann Wright, 81, of Benld, Ill., died at her residence on Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022. She was born June 22, 1941, in Carlinville to Charles and Frances (Turigliatto) Norbent. She married Andrew J. Wright on May 21, 1960, in Carlinville. He preceded her in death on Feb, 19, 2005. She was a retired florist for Blossom Shop in Gillespie. Geraldine was a member of the of high school "Dinner Club." She was a former Girl Scout and Boy Scout leader. She is survived by her son, Robert J. Wright of Benld; daughter, Kellie (Phil) Vesper of Benld;...
Roleen B. Gregory, 94, of Gillespie, Ill., died at her residence on Monday, Nov. 21, 2022. She was born July 28, 1928, in Mt. Olive, to Henry Louis and Bertha Marie (Schwing) Gehner. She married Charles A. Gregory Sr. on Aug. 3, 1948, in East St. Louis. He preceded her in death on July 13, 1993. She was a painter for L & M Cabinets Manufacturer and was a bartender at S & S Bowl. Roleen was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary VFW. She was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan. She loved puzzles and was a proud grandma and great-grandma. She is survived...
Sarah Margaret Chestnut, 96, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at her residence on Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022. She was born April 3, 1926, in Alton, to Bijah and Anna Catherine (Hausman) Hodge. She was formerly married to Elmer G. Chestnut. She was a retired cook for South Lawn Sheltered Care. Sarah enjoyed going to church and baking. Sarah loved God, her family and her church. She is survived by her sons, Elmer Chestnut of Bunker Hill, Donald (Vicki) Chestnut of Bunker Hill; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren;...
Penny Marie (Crowder) Pulley, 65, of Staunton, Ill., passed away on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, at Community Hospital of Staunton. Penny was born Nov. 9, 1957, in St. Louis County, Mo., a daughter of the late Charles and Ada (Zumwalt) Crowder. She is survived by her daughters – Christy (Pulley) Ferguson (wife Emily), Kassia (Pulley) Wright (partner Jason), Rachel (Woosley) Maddalon (husband Gregg), Jessica Stillwell (husband J.R.), and Ashley (Woosley) Eaton (husband Jesse); and her g...
Gayle Marlene Weichbrodt, 76, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Mo., on Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2022. She was born May 15, 1946, in Alton to Robert and Ruth Joyce Wieseman. She married Edward J. Weichbrodt on Aug. 22, 1964, in Bunker Hill, and he survives. She was a homemaker. Gayle was an antique collector, car enthusiast and avid shopper. She is survived by her husband, Edward Weichbrodt of Bunker Hill; daughter, Cindy McCarty of Bunker Hill; grandson, Derek McCarty; sisters, Pat (Bill) Farris of Bunker Hill and...
Gary Ray Lilley, 71, of Livingston, Ill., died on Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Highland. He was born on Feb. 13, 1951, in East St. Louis, the son of Howard and Joan (Travis) Lilley. He married Carol Boston on June 23, 1971, in Carlinville, and she survives. Gary was a salesman for many years. He bought and sold antiques at flea markets in Missouri for many years. Gary also enjoyed baking, being outdoors, and he loved spending time with his children, grandchildren, and...
Betty Ann Sherman, 70, of Gillespie, Ill., died at her residence on Monday, Nov. 21, 2022. She was born Oct. 18, 1952, in Litchfield, to Lawrence and Minette (Harms) Enrici. She married Robert Dale Sherman Sr. on Sept. 16, 1972, in Gillespie. He preceded her in death on March 28, 2016. She was a cook for the Gillespie Community Unit School District 7. She is survived by her sons, Robert (significant other, Tammy Koniak) Sherman Jr. of Gillespie, Brian (Dominique) Sherman of Imperial, Mo.; grandchildren, Brock Sherman, Zoe Sherman; sister,...
Luther Dean Barnes, 92, of Bunker Hill, Ill., died on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022. Visitation will be on Saturday, Dec. 3, at Kravanya Funeral Home in Bunker Hill from 9:30 to 11 a.m. A memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. His full obituary was published last week....