Obituaries
Obituaries in Highland, Lebanon, Pocahontas, Albion, Allendale, West Salem, Collinsville, and Cisne and their surrounding areas in Illinois
Anna W. "Ann" Plocher
Jan 2, 2026
Anna W. “Ann” Plocher, 99, of Highland, IL, passed away peacefully on Friday January 2nd at San Gabriel Memory Care facility, Highland, IL.
She was born Nov. 22, 1926, to Anton G. and Wilhelmina “Minnie” (Nee Goestenkors) Korte, at home in Pocahontas, IL. On Jan. 5, 1946, she married Edwin A. Plocher, at Camp Robinson, Little Rock, AR.
She was a member...
Peggy J. Gabriel
Dec 31, 2025
Peggy J. Gabriel, 82, of St. Jacob, IL, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at Edwardsville Nursing and Rehab, in Edwardsville, IL.
She was born on May 29, 1943, in Vulcan, MO, to Herbert and Leona (nee Adams) Miller.
Peggy was a devoted woman of faith whose life was firmly rooted in God and family. Her love for the Lord guided...
Sharon A. Whetstone
Dec 31, 2025
Sharon Annalie Fout Whetstone of Albion, IL passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025 at Oakview Nursing Home in Mt. Carmel. She was born on October 11, 1940 in Mt. Erie, Illinois to Carrol and Thelda (Moats) Fout. Sharon married the love of her life, Walter Whetstone, on November 26, 1987, and together they enjoyed 13 years of marriage until...
Josie "Marlene" Huelsmann
Dec 29, 2025
Josie “Marlene” Huelsmann, 77, of Highland, IL, passed away peacefully, Monday, December 29, 2025, at St. Louis University Hospital, surrounded by her family.
Marlene was born August 17, 1948, to Joe and Mildred (Nee Ingram) Phelps, in Birmingham, AL. On November 12, 1976, she married Jim Huelsmann in Birmingham.
She was a very active member of First Baptist Church in Highland, IL....
Jeffery Quinn Hunley
Dec 27, 2025
Jeffery Quinn Hunley, 57, Parkersburg, IL passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025 at Helia Healthcare in Olney, IL.
Jeff was born May 5, 1968 in Olney, IL to Quinn and Clara (Swarens) Hunley. He was an EMT, and enjoyed his work helping others. He worked for the Edwards County Ambulance Service for 20 years. He enjoyed being around his family,...
Ruby "Eileen" Slover
Dec 27, 2025
Ruby “Eileen” Slover, 100, passed away peacefully in her sleep at Salem Township Hospital on December 27, 2025.
She was born June 1, 1925 in Orchard Township the daughter of John Kell and Vera (Silvey) Henson. She married her prince charming, Forrest Slover on July 29, 1944 in Fort Riley, Kansas. He preceded her in death on November 28, 2000.
Forrest and...
Carolyn Sue Myers
Dec 26, 2025
Carolyn Sue Myers, 82, of Albion, IL passed away on December 26, 2025 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, IN surrounded by her loved ones.
Carolyn was born December 28, 1942 in Evansville, IN to Merritt and Ethel (Strunk) Gee.
Carolyn attended the First Baptist Church in Albion, IL. She retired from Champion Laboratories after almost 40 years of dedicated service. She...
Chol "Suki" Boicourt
Dec 25, 2025
Chol “Suki” Boicourt, 74, of Collinsville, passed away on December 25, 2025, at her home in Collinsville, IL.
She was born on October 25, 1951, in South Korea. On April 20, 1980, she married the love of her life, Thomas Boicourt.
Chol was a woman of deep faith, generous spirit, and a heart for service. She loved to travel, embracing every opportunity...
Patricia Rose Switzer
Dec 25, 2025
Patricia Rose Switzer, 92, of Highland, IL, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2025, at St. Joseph Hospital in Highland, IL.
She was born on October 27, 1933, in East St. Louis, IL, to Luke and Rose (nee Putz) Schutzenhofer. On July 11, 1953, she married Joseph “Joe” Switzer in East St. Louis, IL.
Patricia was a member at St. Paul Catholic...
John L Doty
Dec 16, 2025
John L. Doty, 58, of Sorento, IL, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at his residence, surrounded by loved ones.
He was born on October 22, 1967, in Centerville, IL to John D. and Virginia (nee Jones) Doty.
John was an over the road truck driver, Lazy Day Trucking. He was a loving father and grandfather. John loved working on cars...
Marvin "Digger" Bailey
Dec 12, 2025
Marvin Bailey, 96, of Albion, IL passed away on Friday, December 12, 2025 at home with his loving family and caregivers by his side.
He was born April 9th, 1929 at home in the baseline bottoms to Floyd and Emily (Ile) Bailey. Marvin married Shirley Dunlap on June 17th, 1948. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Marvin...
Scott L. Frank
Dec 11, 2025
Scott L. Frank, 56, of Pocahontas, IL, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, in St. Louis, MO, surrounded by loved ones.
He was born on February 5, 1969, in Highland, IL, to Lawrence and Patricia (nee Frey) Frank. On March 13, 1993, he married Anna Koberczky at Immaculate Conception, Pierron, IL.
Scott graduated from Highland High School in...
Halle Lorraine Troyer
Dec 10, 2025
Halle Lorraine Troyer was born peacefully sleeping Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at The Women’s Hospital in Evansville, Indiana.
Halle Lorraine was deeply loved before she ever arrived, and her life was meaningful beyond words. She is the cherished daughter of Maverick and Mekenzie Troyer, and baby sister to Kemme Troyer. She will always be remembered as a beautiful part of our...
Patricia J. "Tricia" Harling
Dec 10, 2025
Patricia J. “Tricia” Harling, 69, of Highland, IL, a devoted loving mother, cherished grandmother, daughter and dear sister, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at her home, surrounded by love.
She was born on October 14, 1956, in Alton, IL, to Warren and Jeannette (nee McDonough) Campbell. On June 10, 1978, she married David Harling at Roxana Church of the...
Donald D. Cates
Dec 10, 2025
Donald D. Cates, of Cisne, IL. passed away Wednesday, December 10, 2025, peacefully with his family by his side at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis MO.
Donald was born November 24, 1948, to Delbert and Marie (Sampson) Cates. in Johnsonville, IL. He married Patricia “Pat” Kranz October 14, 1972, in Plainfield, IL. They had celebrated fifty-three wedding anniversaries together.
Donald worked...
Earl Lee Tannahill
Dec 8, 2025
Earl Lee Tannahill, 73, of Olney, Illinois passed away Monday, December 8, 2025, at his residence.
Earl was born February 10, 1952, to Ted and Lorene (States) Tannahill at Cisne, Illinois.
Earl was a self-employed Landlord and owned several properties in the surrounding areas and managed them himself, for as long as his health allowed him to. He was a member of...
Charles Allen Perry
Dec 6, 2025
Charles A. Perry, 77, of West Salem, IL passed away on December 6, 2025 at his home in West Salem, IL.
Charles was born November 7, 1948, in Calvin, IL to L.D. and Constance P. (Franklin) Perry. He marriedMarilyn Taylor on July 4, 1967 at the Mt. Erie Christian Church and they enjoyed many happy years together.
Charles loved fishing, coin collecting,...
Willard "Bill" Gainer
Dec 4, 2025
Willard “Bill” Gainer, 73, of Bone Gap, IL passed away peacefully in his home on December 4, 2025.
Bill proudly served in the Army National Guard from 1972 to 1978. He was a kind-hearted man who valued family above all else.
Bill was a man of many hobbies and enjoyed working with his hands. He loved tinkering with cars, motorcycles, ATVs and...
Ramey E. Baker, Sr.
Dec 2, 2025
Ramey “Ray” E. Baker, Sr., 76, of Collinsville, IL, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
A gifted musician and songwriter, Ramey’s love of music shaped much of his life. In his younger years, his band, The Herd, would often open for legendary performers like Tina Turner and Michael McDonald. He also toured the U.S. and Germany playing guitar for Sammy...
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