Obituary Listing

Oct 28, 2023

Neil Take, 82, of Troy, IL, born Friday, October 3, 1941 in Alton, IL and passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, October 28, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.

Neil attended the Methodist Church.  He was in the last graduating class at McCray-Dewey High School, Troy, IL.  He served his country faithfully in the United...

Oct 25, 2023

Cathy L. Leathers, 81, of Troy, IL, born Tuesday, July 21, 1942 in Bangor, ME and passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL,

Cathy was a faithful member of Troy Methodist Church.  She was a member of MWL and also volunteered for over 30 years at Anderson Hospital, Maryville and Ministries Unlimited...

Oct 19, 2023

Mary R. Fultz, 90, of Troy, IL, born June 20, 1933 in St. Louis, MO and passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 19, 2023 at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL.

Ruth loved her family and was always happiest when she was with them.  She was a huge supporter of the Salvation Army.  Ruth enjoyed watch the St. Louis...

Oct 1, 2023

Lola J. Kelley, 91, of St. Jacob, IL, born Saturday, June 25, 1932 in Highland, IL and passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 1, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.

She was a long time member of St. Jacob United Church of Christ, St. Jacob, IL where she was a very active volunteer with the "Elfs" and...

Oct 1, 2023

Christopher T. Buskirk, 44, of St. Jacob, IL, born  April 17, 1979 in Belleville, IL and passed away on Sunday, October 1, 2023 at St. Joseph's Hospital, Highland, IL.

Chris enjoyed going to Eminence, MO and consider it his second home.  He was always ready for a fishing or hunting trip. Spending time with his car buddies...

Sep 17, 2023

Darlene G. Buchanan, 92, of Highland, IL, born Tuesday, November 4, 1930 in Marissa, IL and passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 17, 2023 surrounded by her family at her home in Highland, IL.

Darlene grew up in Marissa, IL and graduated from Marissa High School Class of "47" She attended the Methodist Church in Troy, IL...

Sep 15, 2023

Jayda N. Fulkerson, 21, of Marine, IL, born Thursday, January 17, 2002 in Maryville, IL and passed away suddenly on Friday, September 15, 2023 in St. Jacob, IL.

Jayda attended Marine United Church of Christ, Marine, IL.  She was a graduate of the Triad Class of 2020.  She was working at Boeing as a Support Coordinator and...

Sep 14, 2023

On September 14, 2023, Jamie Lynn (Hildreth) Runion passed away at age 40 surrounded by loving family members at Evelyn's House, a peaceful hospice facility in Creve Coeur, MO. Jamie was committed to fighting colon cancer, and fought she did.

Jamie followed every dream she ever had.

Jamie married Josh Runion on November 11th 2006...

Sep 13, 2023

Norma J. Caraker, 60, of Troy, IL formerly of Cahokia, IL, born Thursday, September 5, 1963 in East St. Louis, IL and passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 in Troy, IL.

Norma never met a stranger, loved and took care of many family and friends.  She waited tables at Seargent Peppers in Edwardsville for over 17...

Sep 12, 2023

Brandon J. "BJ" Thomason, 44, of Troy, IL, was born May 30, 1979 in Danville, IL and passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at St. Louis University Medical Center, St. Louis, MO.

He graduated from Bismarck Henning High School in 1997 and then attended Danville Area Community College. He received his degree in Criminal Justice from...

Sep 10, 2023

Margaret M. "Margie" Dodson, 83, of Swansea, IL, born Monday, January 29, 1940 in East St. Louis, IL and passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 10, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Margaret attended the First Baptist Church of Fairview Heights.  She was the manager of Seidels Apparel Co. in East St. Louis until...

Aug 31, 2023

Sue Tracy, 88, of Troy, IL, born Sunday, June 30, 1935 in Odin, IL and passed away on Thursday, August 31, 2023 at Eden Village in Glen Carbon, IL.

Sue was a faithful member of the Bethel Baptist Church.  She was Pantry Director for Ministries Unlimited for many years.  She received the Key to the City celebrating...

Aug 28, 2023

Louise G. Snyder, 85, of Troy, IL, born Wednesday, March 23, 1938 in Rome, NY and passed away on Monday, August 28, 2023 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Highland, IL.

Louise was a faithful member of St. Jerome Catholic Church in Troy, IL where she was a member of the St. Ann Sodality.  She received the St....

Aug 16, 2023

Carol L. Taake, 80, of Troy, IL, born Monday, December 21, 1942 in Highland, IL and passed away on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at BJC Medical Center, St. Louis, IL.

Carol was an avid reader and enjoyed going to the Tri-Township Library.  She was a huge St. Louis Cardinals fan.  Carol was a school bus driver for...

Aug 10, 2023

Bonnie Lou Dobrinich, nee Rehg 83 of St Jacob died August 10th 2023. She was born in Highland, IL on February 27, 1940, to the late Edgar Rehg and Edith (Woods) Aebischer.

She was preceded in death by her sister Carol Hewitt, and her son-in-law Billy Bridges and her partner Jerald Schneider. Her survivors include a daughter,...

Jul 29, 2023

Cheryl L. Chinal, 64, of Highland, IL, born Friday, January 2, 1959 in Chicopee, MA and passed away at her home in Highland on Saturday, July 29, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.

Cheryl worked at Regions Bank for many years in the trust department.  She enjoyed the outdoors, traveling, the beach and the holidays.  She loved...

Jul 19, 2023

Edwin F. "Ted" Field, 76, of Edwardsville, IL, born Saturday, June 14, 1947 in East St. Louis, IL and passed away at his home on July 19, 2023.

Ted loved his family and all the time they spent together.  He enjoyed camping, fishing, chatting on the CB radio and drinking a good cup of coffee.

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Jul 18, 2023

Paul Edward Schmitt, 63, of Carlyle, IL formerly of Troy and Belleville, IL, born Saturday, July 2, 1960 in Highland, IL And passed away on Tuesday, July, 18, 2023 in St. Louis, MO,

Paul was a 1978 Graduate of Triad High School, Troy, IL.  He owned and operated Schmitt Building and Remodeling of Belleville. He enjoyed playing...

Jul 18, 2023

James L. Diemer, 75, of Troy, IL, born Saturday, May 15, 1948 in Iowa Falls, IA and passed away on Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at Aspen Creek of Troy, IL.

James was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Troy, IL.  He enjoyed traveling, camping, football, following and attending NASCAR races.  Most of all he loved his...

Jul 14, 2023

Edward L. Holshouser, 73, of Edwardsville, IL, born June 27, 1950 in Nuremberg, Germany and passed away at his home on Friday, July 14, 2023.

Edward was a member of Central Baptist Church in St. Jacob, IL.  He worked for GKN Aviation in St. Louis, MO.  He loved to tinker on small engines and automobiles.  He loved...