Obituaries
Obituaries in Highland, Lebanon, Pocahontas, Albion, Allendale, West Salem, Collinsville, and Cisne and their surrounding areas in Illinois
James Corley Stumpf
Jul 13, 2025
James Corley Stumpf, 87 of Pana, IL, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at Highland Health Center in Highland, IL.
He was born on November 8, 1937, in Pana, IL, to James Sayre and Ruth Etta (nee Corley) Stumpf. On June 6, 1992, he married Barbara Sue Shepherd, in Clarksville, TN.
James pursued a military career in the U.S. Army, with...
Vivian C. Reichert
Jul 7, 2025
Vivian C. Reichert, born February 11, 1940, in East St. Louis, IL, only daughter of John Henry and Helen Ann (nee Matejka) Nevenner. She attended St. Philip grade school in East St. Louis and graduated from St. Theresa’s Academy in East St. Louis.
On August 8, 1959, she married the love of her life, Kenneth Reichert, at St. Philip Catholic Church...
Melvin Earl Cundiff
Jul 4, 2025
Melvin Earl Cundiff, 74, of Royalton, passed away on Friday July 4, 2025, at Parkway Manor in Marion, IL.
He was born on April 28, 1951, in Watseka, IL to Francis and Irene (Spain) Cundiff.
He married Marjorie (Bolen) Cundiff on May 5, 1973, and she preceded him in death on June 5, 2024.
He is survived by his daughters Melissa Cundiff of...
Roger D. Trotter
Jul 3, 2025
Roger D. Trotter, 68, of Wayne City, IL passed away Thursday, July 3, 2025, at his residence.
Roger was born August 7, 1956, in McLeansboro, IL, to Darwin Delmer and Gayle (Smith) Trotter.
Roger had worked at North American Lighting as a technician for many years and also had done electrical work. He was a member of the Orchardville Fire Department, if...
Samuel L. Jenny, PhD
Jul 2, 2025
Samuel L. Jenny, 89, of Highland, IL, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at HSHS St. Joseph Hospital in Highland, IL.
He was born on August 4, 1935, in Highland, IL, to Samuel Ludwig and Anna Elizabeth (nee Hoffman) Jenny. On June 24, 2004, he married Janet (nee Oberbeck) Flamm.
Visitation: Thursday, July 10, 2025, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm,...
Michael Lynne Young
Jul 1, 2025
Michael Lynne Young, 47, of Albion, IL passed away on July 1, 2025 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, IN.
Michael was born on September 25, 1977 in Olney, IL to Michael Lee and Georgia Lynne (Aborn) Young.
Michael was a truck driver in the oil industry. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Albion, IL. He enjoyed hunting,...
Sharon Kay Neunlist
Jun 30, 2025
Sharon Kay Neunlist of West Salem, IL died on June 30, 2025 at her home.
She was born on October 26, 1944 in Olney, IL to Dale and Sylvia (Tharp) Felton. Before retiring, she worked as a secretary/administrator at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney, IL. As an avid reader, Sharon enjoyed chatting about her books with friends and family ranging in...
Victor D. Short
Jun 29, 2025
The family of Victor Short of Fairfield, IL is saddened to announce his sudden passing on Sunday, June 29, 2025 at the age of 46.
Victor will be lovingly remembered by his son Clayton Short; Clayton’s sibling Victoria who he thought of as his daughter; Alex, who he thought of as his son; and JJ, who he thought of as his...
Robert E. Knebel
Jun 27, 2025
Robert Eugene Knebel, 74, of Highland, IL, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025, at St. Joseph Hospital surrounded by family.
He was born on May 28, 1951, to Wilbert and Elizabeth (nee Collman) Knebel. On April 22, 1972, he married Connie Tebbe at St. Rose Catholic Church, St. Rose, IL.
Robert retired from the Air Force Reserves. He was a car...
Theodore J. O'Gara
Jun 26, 2025
Theodore “T.O.” J. O’Gara, 89, of Highland, IL, passed away Thursday, June 26, 2025, at his daughter’s home in Troy, IL, surrounded by his family.
He was born July 18. 1935, in Indianapolis, IN, to Hugh and Catherine “Marie” (nee Riley) O’Gara. On July 11, 1976, he married the love of his life, Maleane E. McGee, in Las Vegas, NV.
Theodore was...
Raymond Edward Lawson Jr.
Jun 25, 2025
Raymond Edward Lawson Jr, 60, of Friendswood, TX passed away on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney, IL.
Raymond was born on November 26, 1964 in Houston, TX. to Raymond Lawson Sr. and Louise Ann (Eversole) Lawson.
Raymond was a member of the Community Transformation Church of Houston, TX. He worked in construction as a crane operator,...
Terrence W. "Terry" Carroll
Jun 24, 2025
Terrence W. “Terry” Carroll, 73, of Pierron, IL, passed away on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in O’Fallon, IL.
He was born on July 8, 1951, in Decatur, IL, to George and Darla (nee Rexroat) Carroll.
Terry attended Eisenhower High School from 1967 to 1970. After high school, he worked for ADM in Decatur, IL, and Kerasotes Theater...
Stephen Wade Hatton (Tank)
Jun 21, 2025
Stephen Wade Hatton (Tank) 71, of Alhambra, IL, passed away early on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Belleville Memorial Hospital in Belleville, IL, surrounded by his family.
He was born on March 25, 1954 in Highland, IL, to William Hatton and Marilyn Weis (nee Zbinden). On Dec 31 st 1982, he married Deborah (Debbie) Renko in Bolingbrook, IL.
Steve was a musician...
Monsignor David L. Peters
Jun 20, 2025
Monsignor David L. Peters, 93, of Decatur, IL, passed away on Friday, June 20, 2025.
He was born on May 24, 1932, in Decatur to Robert and Margaret (nee Friend) Peters.
Msgr. David Peters was ordained on his birthday, May 24, 1958, in Springfield, IL. He celebrated his 67th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood on May 24, 2025.
Msgr. Peters attended...
David Ray Morris
Jun 19, 2025
David Ray Morris, 51, of Albion, IL passed away on June 19, 2025 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, IN.
David was born on December 10, 1973 in Carmi, IL to Donald “Butch” and Priscilla (Kieffer) Morris.
David was a tank truck driver in the oil industry. He loved spending time with family and friends. He enjoyed gardening and collecting antiques.
He is...
Rose Marie Chadwick
Jun 17, 2025
Rose Marie Chadwick, (nee Postawko), 92, of Collinsville, IL, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL, surrounded with love by her family.
She was born on Friday, January 13, 1933, in Madison, IL, to parents Louis (Peewee) and Mary (Mamie) (nee Kula) Postawko. Rose Marie lived a life full of joy, love, and tenacity,...
Frances Arlene Earhart
Jun 15, 2025
On June 15, 2025, Arlene Earhart of Albion, Illinois died peacefully at the home of her daughter in Evansville, Indiana. Frances Arlene was born on January 27, 1933, to her parents Rev. Henry L. and Helen Frances (Colwell) Metcalf in Wamac, Illinois. Although she was named Frances after her mother and maternal great-grandmother, she always went by her middle name.
Growing...
Barbara Byrne
Jun 15, 2025
Barbara Byrne, 75, of Collinsville, IL, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL.
She was born on November 8, 1949, in Rosiclare, IL, to Joseph and Norma (nee Keeton) Goolsby.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Norma Goolsby.
Barbara is survived by her husband, Richard Byrne, Sr.; son, Richard Byrne, Jr.; sisters, Sharon...
Jacqueline "Jackie" White
Jun 15, 2025
Jacqueline (Jackie) White, 77, of Geff, IL passed away Sunday, June 15, 2025, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO.
Jackie was born June 9, 1948, at Fairfield Memorial Hospital to James W. And Mary Margaret (Merrick) Riddle. She married Dannie Allen White on August 22, 1970, at Mt. Vernon, IL. He preceded her in death on March 19, 2020.
Jackie...
Patricia S. Helbig
Jun 10, 2025
Patricia (Pat) Helbig, 73, of Collinsville, IL, passed away June 10, 2025, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL.
Born Patricia Sue Shook on June 5, 1952, to Windell Shook and Bertha Marie (Pflasterer) Shook of Clarmin, IL.
Pat was an avid reader and traveler and enjoyed spending time with family and friends.
Preceded in death by parents, Windell and Marie Shook, brother-in-law, Eugene...
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