Obituary Listing

Dec 22, 2021

Dr. Larry N. Peeno, 79, of St. Louis, MO , born December 24,1941 in Evansville, IN and passed away on December 22, 2021 in St. Louis, MO .

Dr. Peeno was a dedicated educator, researcher and leader in the field of art education. Larry's impact can be felt across the State of Missouri and...

Dec 16, 2021

William "Bill" Perryman peacefully passed away on December 16, 2021.

Born on April 13, 1946 in Belleville, Illinois, Bill spent 75 years creating a deep network of friends, colleagues and loved ones.

When he was just a teenager, Bill started his long career at Pete Gaerdner's Funeral Home in Belleville, IL and worked his way...

Nov 21, 2021

Vera O. Scott passed away peacefully on November 21, 2021 in Maryville. She was 101, born in Troy on October 2, 1920.

Vera was a good and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and aunt. She loved to cook, especially for her family. She enjoyed reading cookbooks, rather than newspapers, magazines or novels. Her chicken & dumplings...

Nov 13, 2021

John William Schneider Sr., 78, of Troy, IL, born June 14, 1943 in Erin, TN peacefully passed away on Saturday, November 13, 2021 at Memorial Hospital West, Belleville, IL.

John was a member of First Baptist Church Maryville since 1991.  He was a member of the Teamsters Local 525 and drove over the road and local delivery...

Nov 8, 2021

Betty Jean Perrine, 80, of Troy, IL, born March 19, 1941 in Pike County, IL and passed away on Monday, November 8, 2021 at Anderson Hospital, Maryville.

Betty was a good and loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and enjoyed every moment she spent with her family.

She was preceded in death by her son,...

Nov 7, 2021

Anna L. Nungesser, 88, of St. Jacob, IL, born Thursday, October 5, 1933 in Highland, IL and passed away on Sunday, November 7, 2021 in Alhambra, IL.

Anna attended church at St. Jacob united church of Christ, St. Jacob, IL.  She worked many years at the Marine Garment Factory, Highland supply and Walmart, but most of all...

Nov 7, 2021

Victoria "Vickie" Fischer, 75, of Troy, IL, born Friday, April 12, 1946 in Highland, IL and passed away on Sunday, November 7, 2021 at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL.

Vickie was a faithful lifetime member of Friedens United Church of Christ where she was active with the Women's Guild and the quilters.  She was a graduate of McKendree...

Nov 5, 2021

J Andrew "Andy" Robinson of Collinsville, IL fell asleep in death November 5, 2021 at 59 years of age after a long battle with ALS. He will be greatly missed by his surviving wife, Christy of 39 years, his son, Jacob (Belkys), his precious granddaughter, Vera and many more family and friends.

His life's work...

Oct 29, 2021

Wade A. Bettorf, 56, of Glen Carbon, IL, born Monday, October 4, 1965 in Granite City, IL and passed away on Friday, October 29, 2021 at his home.

Wade was preceded in death by his first wife, Connie J. (Nee Cassidy) Bettorf;  and his father, Robert L. Bettorf.

Surviving are his wife, Frankie (nee Sandford)...

Oct 18, 2021

Mary June Freeman, 99, passed away October 18 in Troy, where she had resided for more than 70 years.  She was preceded in death by her husband, William S. Freeman.  She leaves behind 4 children: Scottie, Bob (Karen), Connie McBride (Ken), and Tracy Coogen (Tim); 8 grandchildren: Kristan Byrd (Warren), Kyle Freeman (Amy), Kane Freeman (Jennifer), Jessica Grieshaber (Mark),...

Oct 18, 2021

Marcella "Sally" Brendel, 95, of Troy, IL, born Tuesday, December 29, 1925 in Breese, IL and passed away on Monday, October 18, 2021 at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL.

Sally was a faithful member of St. Jerome Catholic Church and the St. Ann's Sodality.  She worked at Triad Schools as a cook for over 20 years.  Sally enjoyed...

Oct 14, 2021

Robert L. Cook, 95, of Troy, IL, born Thursday, July 1, 1926 in Granite City, IL and passed away on Thursday, October 14, 2021 at Liberty Village, Maryville, IL.

Robert was a member of the Steel Worker Union and retired from Granite City Steel.  He was a member of the Belleville Pigeon Club.  He enjoyed playing bingo...

Oct 14, 2021

Jason A. Lesiewicz Jr., 26, of Troy, IL, born Monday, August 14, 1995 in Maryville, IL and passed away suddenly on Thursday, October 14, 2021 at his home in Troy, IL.

Jason loved his family and the time he spent with his children.  He enjoyed Arcade Games, 4-wheelers and Family Days.

He is survived by...

Oct 4, 2021

George Ioan Feher, 63, of Troy, IL, born Saturday, June 14, 1958 in Jimbolia, Romania and passed away on Monday, October 4, 2021 at his home in Troy, IL.

George was a true family man, he loved his family and the times they spent together.  He was a cabinet maker by trade and enjoyed any woodworking projects. ...

Oct 3, 2021

Jarrod "Scotty" Bailey, 54 of Troy, IL, born Thursday, April 6, 1967 in Huntingburg, IN and passed away on Sunday, October 3, 2021 at his home in Troy, IL.

Scotty was employed at William Bedell ARC, Wood River, IL.  He enjoyed watching sports especially his beloved St. Louis Cardinals.  Special Olympics was a big part of his...

Sep 24, 2021

Michael B. Meacham, 73, born Monday, July 19, 1948 in Herrin, IL and passed away on Friday, September 24, 2021 at his home in Troy, IL surrounded by his loving family.

Michael served his Country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam Conflict. He worked in the Coal Industry, retiring from Peabody Coal in 2010.  Family...

Sep 22, 2021

Pamela Jean "Pam" Stites Miller, 52, of Collinsville, IL, born Monday, August 11, 1969 in Belleville, IL and passed away on Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at her home in Collinsville, IL.

Pam loved her family and the time she spent with them.  She was active in the Caseyville PTA and Soccer with her four sons.

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Sep 12, 2021

Edward Bailey Shafer, 89, of St. Jacob, IL, born Saturday, March 12, 1932 in Lakewood, OH and passed away on Sunday, September 12, 2021 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Highland, IL.

Ed served his Country faithfully in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict.  He was raised in Lakewood Ohio. Graduated Lakewood High School and...

Sep 10, 2021

Kathryn Donohue, 73, of Fairview Heights, IL, born, June 21, 1948 in Paragould, AR and passed away on Friday, September 10, 2021 at Memorial East Hospital, O'Fallon, IL.

Kathy worked as a Floral Designer, retiring from Grimm and Gorly Florist, Belleville, IL.  She was a active member and Past President of the Elks Lodge 664...

Sep 9, 2021

James "Jim" F. Hinckle, 96, of Troy, IL, born July 22, 1925 in Palmyra, IL and passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 9, 2021 at his home in Troy, IL.

James served his Country in the United States Army during WW II.  He retired from the United States Postal Service in St. Louis, MO and enjoyed farming...