Obituaries
Obituaries in Highland, Lebanon, Pocahontas, Albion, Allendale, West Salem, Collinsville, and Cisne and their surrounding areas in Illinois
Thomas (Tom) B. Frey
Oct 12, 2026
Thomas (Tom) B. Frey, of Denison, Texas, formerly of Highland, Illinois and Branson, Missouri, died July 22, 2026, in Denison.
Tom was born in Highland, Illinois to Nelson J. and Eleanor S. (nee Buehne) Frey. He was a graduate of St. Paul High School and Southern Illinois University. He served in the United States Army at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Following...
Sharon Lynn Box
Oct 9, 2026
Sharon Lynn Box was an extraordinary woman whose warmth, kindness, and vibrant love for life touched everyone fortunate enough to know her. With profound sadness and deep respect, we celebrate her life and the beautiful legacy she leaves behind following her passing on October 9, 2026.
Born on June 23, 1956, in Paris, Illinois, Sharon was the beloved daughter of Joellen...
Gary D. Wilson
Oct 7, 2026
Gary Dean Wilson, 77, of Highland, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in O'Fallon, Illinois.
Gary was born on April 23, 1949, in Greeley, Colorado. In June 1957, Robert and Doris Wilson began their family by adopting Gary and his two brothers.
On October 28, 1978, Gary married the love of his life, Anna Lindgens,...
Anne L. Collins
Oct 7, 2026
Anne L. Collins entered into eternity in the early morning hours of Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at the age of 76 years and 11 months. She died at home, peacefully, in her bed while being lovingly cared for by her spouse, Michael J. Haufler, of 33 years. Anne was fortunate to have been under the care of Hospice of Southern...
Olive Sue Withrow
Oct 5, 2026
Olive Sue “Susie” Withrow, 91, formerly, of Geff, IL. passed away October 5, 2026, at Cisne Rehabilitation & Health Care Center.
Sue was born on March 22, 1935, to Elmo and Verl (Bullard) Mugrage at their home in Rinard, IL. She married Jerry Withrow on November 1, 1953 in Fairfield, IL. He preceded her in death on February 1, 2014.
Sue was...
Thomas James Davis
Oct 5, 2026
Thomas James Davis, 74, of Albion, IL passed away on October 5, 2026, in Mt. Carmel, IL.
He was born August 10, 1952 in Vincennes, Indiana, the son of James and Melba (Masters) Davis. He married Mary (Hatcher) Davis on August 15, 1970 in Vincennes, Indiana and they enjoyed many happy years together.
Tom was a veteran, who served in the United...
Thresalla A Britsch
Oct 4, 2026
Thresalla A. Britsch, 95, of Swansea, IL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 4, 2026, with loved ones by her side at Cedar Ridge Nursing Home, in Lebanon, IL.
She was born on March 2, 1931, to Henry and Minnie (nee Voss) Benhoff. On September 24, 1949, she married Elmer E. Britsch in O’Fallon, Illinois.
Thresalla, who was also known as Trish...
John F. Janini
Oct 3, 2026
John F. Janini, 93, of Collinsville, IL, born December 10, 1932, in Duquoin, IL, passed away Saturday, October 3, 2026, peacefully at his home in Collinsville, IL.
John was a U.S. Navy veteran who served in the Korean War as a gunners mate on the USS Marshall. He was also a member of Carpenters Local 295. John loved the great outdoors...
Catherine E. "Cat" Schneider
Oct 3, 2026
Catherine Eva “Cat” Schneider, 58, of Pocahontas, IL, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at her home, surrounded by loved ones.
She was born on October 9, 1967, to Paul and Carola (nee Strauss) Gogley. On October 10, 2020, she married Tim Schneider, in Pocahontas, IL.
Catherine was a strong, independent woman. She served in the Air Force for 5 years...
Carol A. Baker
Oct 3, 2026
Carol A. Baker, 89, of Highland, IL, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL.
She was born on November 6, 1936, in East St. Louis, IL, to Charles and Caroline (nee Erhart) Norton. On June 25, 1960, she married Hubert “Glenn” Baker in Washington Park, IL.
Carol liked to crochet and crafts. She was also a...
Earl Ray Stoltz
Oct 3, 2026
Earl Ray Stoltz, 94, of St. Francisville, Illinois passed away on October 3, 2026, at his home, located one mile south of the Mt. Carmel Airport in Lawrence County, Illinois.
He was born on November 24, 1931 at home, which was located one mile north of the Mt. Carmel Airport. He was the son of William Alvin Otto “Allie” and Maude...
Donald Joseph James
Oct 1, 2026
Donald Joseph James, 81, of Ellery, IL passed away on October 1, 2026, in Fairfield, Illinois.
He was born July 29, 1945 in Mt. Carmel, Illinois, the son of Joseph Ellsworth and Hilda Marie (Reisinger) James. He married Deanna Kinkade on November 26, 1966 at Friedens United Church of Christ in Browns, Illinois and they enjoyed many happy years together. Don...
Michael G. "Mike" Alldredge
Sep 30, 2026
Michael G. “Mike” Alldredge, 69, of Edwardsville, IL, passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at home, surrounded by his family.
He was born on July 2, 1957, in Belleville, IL, to Billie and Peggy (nee O’Neil) Alldredge. On September 25, 1981, he married Beth Ann Schmidt in Marine, IL.
Mike moved to the Edwardsville area in 1970, from East St. Louis,...
Canda S. "Candy" Aussieker
Sep 30, 2026
Canda S. “Candy” Aussieker, 76, of Highland, IL, passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at her home. She was born on July 14, 1950, in Centralia, IL, to Jake and Maxine (nee Landers) Newell.
She is survived by her husband, Robert “Bob” Aussieker, and daughter, Jamie (Tim) Boyer.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Memorial Visitation: Thursday, October...
Verna Lee Done
Sep 29, 2026
Verna Lee Done, 83, of Collinsville, IL, passed away on September 29, 2026 at Alhambra Health Care, in Alhambra, IL.
She was born in Collinsville, at her family home on April 5, 1942. Verna got her undergraduate degree at SIUE, then went on to get her Masters Degree in Education at University of Illinois. She spent 35 years as a dedicated...
Kathleen Ann "Kathie" Essenpreis
Sep 29, 2026
Kathleen Ann "Kathie" Essenpreis (née Lovellette), known to many loved ones as "KK," of Highland, Illinois, passed away on September 29, 2026, at the age of 79. Born in St. Louis, Missouri, on February 21, 1947, Kathie was a fighter who lived with determination, always striving to do right by herself, her family, and those she served.
Kathie was raised in...
Margaret "Jane" Trost
Sep 28, 2026
Margaret “Jane” Trost, 92, of Gravois Mills, MO, passed away on Monday, September 28, 2026, at Alhambra Rehab and Healthcare, Alhambra, IL, surrounded by loved ones.
She was born on March 7, 1934, in Philadelphia, PA, to Owen and Sylvia (nee Dunlap) Dorsey. On June 12, 1954, she married Oscar Trost.
Jane was a member at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Laurie, MO....
James W. Boyle, Sr.
Sep 27, 2026
James W. Boyle, Sr., 81, of Collinsville, IL, passed away Sunday, September 27, 2026, at Liberty Village, in Maryville, IL.
He was born on October 27, 1944, in East St. Louis, IL, to Joseph Perry and Dora Mildred (nee Lucas) Boyle, Jr. On June 14, 1975, he married Judith Moss, in Collinsville, IL.
James was a loving and selfless man who was...
Donald E. "Don" Weder
Sep 22, 2026
Donald Erwin “Don” Weder, 79, of Highland, IL, born in Highland on August 18, 1947, went on to his reward Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at his home on Deck’s Prairie with his family by his side following a brief illness.
For the past 50 years, Don has led the Weder family’s manufacturing and agricultural businesses, including Highland Supply Corp., Seven W...
Ronald J. "Rocky" Gruner
Sep 20, 2026
Ronald J. “Rocky” Gruner, 92, of Grantfork, IL, passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at Cedarhurst of Highland.
He was born on June 20, 1934, in East St. Louis, IL, to Edward and Alma (nee Taylor-Altic) Gruner. On November 10, 1956, Rocky married Maxine Smith.
Rocky was raised on a family farm outside of Old Ripley, IL, and graduated from Pocahontas...
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