By Jim Meridith
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  • Visitation

    Memorial Visitation
    Friday, Feb. 12, 2021
    9:00 to 11:00 am
    Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Collinsville, IL

  • Service

    Memorial Mass of Christian Burial
    Friday, Feb. 12, 2021
    11:00 am
    Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Collinsville, IL

  • Full Obituary

    Michael Thomas Foley, 63, of Collinsville, IL, passed away Thursday, February 4, 2021, at his home.

    Michael was born July 23, 1957 at Saint Mary’s Hospital in East St. Louis, IL.

    Michael graduated Collinsville High School in 1975. As a proud life-long Kahok he dedicated many years in service to his hometown. Michael was an Inspector for the State of Illinois at Fairmount Park, of which he was a member of the ASFCME Local 1805 until his retirement. He was a lifetime member of the Collinsville Jaycees serving as Senator #41253. Michael was a senior member and Collinsville Township Trustee since 2005 and Collinsville Township Democratic Precinct Committeeman since 2000. He was also a past member of the Collinsville CUSD #10 School Board from 1995-2003, former play-by-play announcer for the CHS boys basketball Holiday Classic Tournament, and coached Collinsville Raiders football. He will be forever missed by his friends and family.

    Michael was preceded in death by his father, James C. Foley and mother, Norma Mary Foley (née Sperino), and cousin, Norma Renth (nee Leisen).

    Surviving are his siblings, Ronald (Diane Rizzo) Foley of Ft. Oglethorpe, GA, Elizabeth (Kenneth) Bunetic of Collinsville, IL, Jeri (John Honness) Foley of Collinsville, IL; cousin-in-law, Virgil Renth of Swansea, IL; nieces and nephews, Julie (Jake) Preston of Edwardsville, IL, Andrew (Jenna) Foley of Kirkwood, MO, Diane (James) Foley-Wienstroer of Des Peres, MO, Jessica (Michael Treece, Jr.) Honness of Collinsville, IL; four grand nieces and nephews, Tyler Murphy, Briley Bruninga, Teagan Foley, and Sloane Foley; cousins, Deborah Renth and Shelly Gerstner; along with many other family members; and special friends: Mary Francis, Al Woolen, and Terry “Bones” Allan, among others.

    Memorial donations may be made in Michael’s memory to KahokStrong or the Alzheimer’s Association. Condolences may be expressed to the family through this online guestbook at www.meridithfuneralhome.com

    Memorial Service and Visitation: Visitation will be held at Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Collinsville, IL on Friday, February 12, 2021 from 9:00 - 11:00am with a memorial service immediately following.

    Kassly-Meridith Funeral Home, Collinsville, IL.

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15 Condolences
 
  1. C. Wilson / February 8, 2021 at 12:01 pm

    My thoughts and prayers with the FOLEY FAMILY in their time of grief.

  2. Bonnie (Copeland) Moyer / February 8, 2021 at 4:45 pm

    Iam so sorry to hear the loss of my family friend, we go way way back when we all went to ClaySchool and rode the school bus together all thru grade school and high school, i talked to him back in October when i had loss my Dad he was so kind and willing to do anything he could for my family and me. and called me a couple of times, the Copeland Family loves the Foley Family…we will miss you my friend . Deepest Sympathy Bonnie Copeland Moyer….

  3. Caroljean Gerstner / February 9, 2021 at 10:23 pm

    Dear Foley family, accept our most heartfelt sympathy , our thoughts and prayers are with all ,take care,
    Carol Gerstner and families

  4. Patti Miller / February 10, 2021 at 11:05 am

    The news of Michael’s death was a shock to me. Mike was always so vested in making Collinsville a better place to live. Prayer going out to his family on the loss of this wonderful man. You will be missed! RIP!

  5. Lona Wagner Wagner / February 10, 2021 at 3:40 pm

    I new Mike from his calling Bingo for the Collinsville Senior Center! He served in that job very well! We all will miss him! Prayers to his family and friends!

  6. Mary Jo / February 10, 2021 at 6:47 pm

    John, Jeri, Jessica and Family-
    So very sorry to hear of your loss of Michael. I know he leaves you with many memories that make you smile. I share in your loss and with you in spirit. Love and God Bless…Mary Jo

  7. Anna Italiano Halde / February 10, 2021 at 8:14 pm

    Dear Jeri,
    I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. He was dedicated to Collinsville and will truly be missed. Hugs, dear friend. I will keep Mike and your family in my prayers.
    Sincerely,
    Anna Italiano Halde.

  8. Sis plasters / February 11, 2021 at 7:07 am

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. So so sorry for your loss. He was a very nice gentleman met him at the racetrack. God Bless 🙏🙏🙏

  9. Sgt. Ron Borkowski CPD Ret. / February 11, 2021 at 8:13 am

    Mike, Rest in Peace

  10. Chris Kusnerick / February 11, 2021 at 8:48 am

    So sorry to hear of the passing of Mike. He was a good man and loved Kahok sports. Always did a fantastic job announcing at the Schnucks Collinsville Holiday Basketball Tournament. RIP Mike.

  11. Tracy Howerter / February 11, 2021 at 9:37 am

    Oh Jeri I am so saddened to see this. Mike was such a fun and kind guy. I have so many good memories of Mike and all of us hanging out so many years ago. Please know I am praying for you as you grieve.

    John and Tracy Ferrell Howerter

  12. Marcia Billartz / February 11, 2021 at 1:35 pm

    Jeri,

    Sending my deepest sympathy to you, at this very sad time.
    It’s not easy losing a family member.
    Please know, Mike will be with you everyday.
    You will feel his presence.
    My heart breaks for you.

  13. Mick Gnavi / February 11, 2021 at 2:52 pm

    My sincere condolences to Jeri and the entire Foley family. Mike and I go back a long ways, Many great memories….and causes.
    So sorry to learn of his passing.
    Mick Gnavi

  14. Kathy Gaskill Scheffer / February 11, 2021 at 3:17 pm

    Dear Jeri,
    I am so sorry and shocked to hear of Mike’s death. Mike started out as just my friend’s annoying little brother and as we grew older he also became a dear friend. I have a lot of great & crazy memories of him.

    My whole family sends their prayers and condolences.

  15. Mead “Chuck” Dowling / February 12, 2021 at 1:50 pm

    Gailyn and I extend our deepest sympathies to Mike’s family. I first met Mike my freshman year in high school. He was easy to talk too, and we became friends. After high school we went our separate ways, but re-united as he was involved with the jaycees, worked at the track (Fairmount), and was a Collinsville Township board member. Mike was a friend that will be deeply missed.

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