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Kathy Hansel
Aug 15, 2021
Katherine "Kathy" Hansel, 54, of Troy, IL, born Thursday, October 27, 1966 in Garden Grove, CA and passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 15, 2021 at her home.
Kathy owned and operated Silly Grandma's Sweet Creations in Troy, IL. When she was not busy baking her treats she enjoyed golfing, camping and fishing trips as well as...
Michelle "Mitzi" Longshore
Aug 10, 2021
Michelle "Mitzi" Longshore, 68, of Troy, IL, born Sunday, September 14, 1952 in Highland, IL and passed away on Tuesday, August 10, 2021 in Maryville, IL.
Mitzi was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph "Scotty" Scott and Betty L. (nee Snow) Foster; and her brother, Joseph C. Scott.
Surviving are her children, Theresa (Jim...
Crystal M. Crews
Aug 8, 2021
Crystal M. Crews, 28, of Troy, IL, Born June 22, 1993 in St. Louis, MO and passed away on Sunday, August 8, 2021 in highland, IL.
Crystal graduated Triad high School class of 2011 and Graduated from SWIC with her Nursing Degree.  She loved her family and enjoyed being with them.
She...
Faye Ellen Mcmillin
Jul 29, 2021
Faye Ellen McMillin, 77, of St. Jacob, IL, born August 3, 1943 in Hamel, IL and passed away on Thursday, July 29, 2021 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, MO.
Faye was a faithful member of Friedens United Church of Christ, Troy, IL where she was active in the Ladies Guild. She enjoyed quilting, and working on the...
Mae Dell Klemme
Jul 27, 2021
Mae Dell Klemme, 78, of Clearwater, FL passed away Tuesday, July 27, 2021, surrounded by family, at Moffitt Cancer Center. She was born April 20, 1943 in Denmark, IL
Mae Dell worked 30 years in Banking, retiring in 1998 as Vice-President of FCB Banks. She was a member of Maryville Baptist Church, The Pinochle Club, The Troy/Maryville/St....
Kathy Smiley
Jul 23, 2021
Kathy Smiley, 81, of Troy, IL, born September 30, 1939 in Hillsboro, IL and passed away on Friday, July 23, 2021 at Evelyn's House, St. Louis, MO.
Kathy enjoyed her Bible studies, reading, research and teaching.  She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Smiley Sr,...
Linda Sue Cissell
Jul 22, 2021
Linda Sue Cissell, 66, of Troy, IL born October 21, 1954 in St. louis, MO and passed away on Thursday, July 22, 2021 at her home in Troy, IL.
Linda was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who will be deeply missed. She was a long-time member of the Troy, IL community who was sweet,...
Paul E. Nelson
Jul 18, 2021
Paul Eugene Nelson, 79, of Troy, IL, born January 27, 1942 in Olney, IL and passed away July 18, 2021 in Oahu, HI.
Paul received his Bachelor's Degree at Washington University in electrical engineering in 1967 and worked at McDonnell Douglas for his entire career until his retirement in 1997. He was an active and faithful member...
Cory Michael Wellen
Jul 17, 2021
With profound sadness, Cory Michael Wellen, formerly of Troy Illinois, died unexpectedly on Saturday, July 17, 2021 at the age of 38. He worked in sales at Spinnaker Resorts in Branson, Missouri. He is survived by his parents Carol Bauer (Deb Szatkowski), Brad Wellen (Ellen), sister Stacy Wellen, step-brother Kyle Gordon, and numerous family and friends. He is preceded...
David E. Tarrant
Jul 17, 2021
David E. Tarrant, 80, of Collinsville, IL, born Sunday, July 21, 1940 in Belleville, IL and passed away on Saturday, July 17, 2021 at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL.
David served in the United States Air Force during Vietnam conflict and was a life member of the Collinsville VFW Post 5691 and Leighton Evatt American Legion Post 365...
George Joseph Vogt Iii
Jul 14, 2021
George J. Vogt III, 70, of Troy, IL, born May 31, 1951 in Cahokia, IL and passed away Wednesday, July 14, 2021 in Keyesport, IL.
George was a Tri-township Park Commissioner since 2013, Athletic Board member, Baseball Coach and MERBL High School Baseball Division. He was the MC for MMA Fights. He enjoyed cooking and eating Barbecue. ...
Thomas Keefe Moore
Jul 14, 2021
Thomas Keefe Moore, 77, of Troy, IL, born January 9, 1944 in Belleville, IL and passed away on Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at Maryville, IL.
Thomas owned and operated Fireside in Maryville and Elevator Tavern in Troy. He enjoyed going on float trips. He loved his family and his many friends. Thomas enjoyed his rescue dog Friday....
Orsala "Terri Or Rosalind" Juehne
Jul 13, 2021
Orsala "Terri or Rosalind" nee Comporato, Juehne, 91, of Troy, IL, born August 10, 1929 in St. Louis, MO. Died Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL.
Mrs. Juehne was a member of St. Jerome Catholic Church, Troy, IL. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who loved to read, swim and sew.
...William "Bill" Mckinney
Jul 9, 2021
William A. "Bill" McKinney, 73, of Highland, IL, passed away on Friday, July 9, 2021 at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL. He was born in Mattoon, IL on February 15, 1948.
Bill attended St. Jacob United Church of Christ in St. Jacob, IL. He was Past International Director of Lions Clubs International 2013-15, Past District Governor and Council...
Carol Leigh Hook
Jun 28, 2021
Carol Leigh Hook, 52, of Edwardsville, IL, born Sunday, November 17, 1968 in Alameda, CA and passed away on Monday, June 28, 2021 at St. Elizabeth's Hospital, O'Fallon, IL.
Carol was a Real Estate Agent at Coldwell Banker Brown Realtors, Edwardsville and was awarded top ten realtors in Madison County. She was a member of the Illinois...
Caleb M. Powell
Jun 17, 2021
Caleb M. Powell, 31, of Highland, IL, born Saturday, January 13, 1990 in Alton, IL and passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2021 in Highland, IL.
Caleb loved his family, especially his children. He had been a. Volunteer Fireman with State Park Volunteer Fire Department. Caleb enjoyed his motorcycle rides where ever they led.
He...
Ellen M. Daniels
Jun 16, 2021
Ellen M. Daniels, 61, of Troy, IL, born July 7, 1959 in St. Louis, MO and passed away on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Ellen was a member of St. Jerome Catholic Church, Troy, IL. She worked for the Quantum Eye Care in Swansea, IL. Ellen enjoyed baking cakes and...
Deanna M. Gansmann
Jun 13, 2021
Deanna M. Gansmann, 80, of St. Jacob, IL. Born Friday, June 13, 1941 in Highland, Il and passed away peacefully on June 13, 2021 at San Gabriel, Highland, IL.
Deanna was St. Jacob Township Clerk for over 25 years. She was a member of the St. Jacob Fire Department auxiliary, St. Jacob United Church of Christ, the...
Lois A. Tarrant
Jun 6, 2021
Lois A. Tarrant, 79, of Collinsville, IL, born Monday, June 23, 1941 in East St. Louis, IL and passed away peacefully at her home in Collinsville, IL on Sunday, June 6, 2021.
Lois was a "Class of 59" graduate of East St. Louis High School and was active in the class reunions. She was an active member...
Mary "Mae" Grapperhaus
Jun 5, 2021
Mary "Mae" Olivia Mersinger Grapperhaus, age 82, of rural Troy, passed away on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at Morningside of Troy where she had lived for the past 2 years.
Mae was born on June 30, 1938, the daughter of Oscar and Louise (nee Levo) Mersinger in Highland, IL. She attended Spring Valley School, a country school...
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