Louise A. Rinkel
Jan 29, 2021
Louise Ann Rinkel (Flath), 85, departed to meet her Savior, Jesus, on Friday, January 29, at 6:36 pm at Anderson Hospital, with loved ones near.  She was born on June 14, 1935 in Marine, IL, the daughter of Arthur L. and Evelyn N. (Nobs) Flath.  Louise married her high school sweetheart, Marlin G. Rinkel on June 26, 1955...
James E. "Jim" Lanahan
Jan 27, 2021
James E. "Jim" Lanahan, 58, of Troy, IL born May 14, 1962 in Highland, IL and passed away Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at DePaul Hospital in St. Louis, MO.
Jim attended Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Maryville, IL.  He was very giving and charitable to causes dear to him.  He loved his...
Dale Thomas Labrier
Jan 26, 2021
Dale Thomas LaBrier, 82, of Glen Carbon, IL, formerly of Millstadt, IL born June 28, 1938 in St. Louis, MO, passed on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Dale was a faithful member of St. Jerome Catholic Church, Troy, IL and former member of St. James Catholic Church, Millstadt,...
Lillian C. Gaultney
Jan 25, 2021
Lillian C. Gaultney, 89, of St. Jacob, IL, born Saturday, October 24, 1931 in St. Jacob, IL and passed away at her home on Monday, January 25, 2021.
Lillian was a member of Hope Lutheran Church, Highland, IL, Lutheran Women's Missionary League, MO Synod, Christian Women's Club, Dorcas. She was also a member of St....
Gerald Wayne Messina
Jan 18, 2021
Gerald W. Messina, 57, of Edwardsville, IL, born Saturday, August 3, 1963 in East St. Louis, IL and passed away on Monday, January 18, 2021 at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL.
Gerald was a member of Local 520 Operating Engineers and worked for Hayes Excavating. He enjoyed boating and camping and working.
He was preceded in...
April Crowe Pickard
Jan 11, 2021
April D. Crowe-Pickard, 46, of Troy, IL, born Monday, December 30, 1974 in Bogalusa, LA and passed away on Monday, January 11, 2021 at her home in Troy, IL.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Gregory Pickard; mother, Deborah (nee Seal) Crowe.
Surviving are her partner, Michael D. Gryzmala of Troy, IL; children,...
Frances Lee Russell
Jan 1, 2021
Frances L. Russell, 76, of Collinsville, IL, born Saturday, May 13, 1944 in Indianapolis, IN and passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, January 1, 2021.
Frances retired from Shop and Save Grocery Stores. She attended school at Technical Arsenal High School in Indianapolis, IN. Frances was a huge "Elvis" fan. Most of all she loved...
Wyndi Lyn Kloepper
Dec 25, 2020
Wyndi Lyn Kloepper, 47, of Troy, IL, born March 3, 1973 in Granite City, IL and passed away on December 25, 2020 in St. Louis, MO.
Wyndi was preceded in death by her father, Richard A. Stemmer; sister, Heather Phillips and her nephew, Dilyn P. Reagan.
Surviving are her husband, Eric Kloepper; son, Nicholas A....
Robert H Releford
Dec 25, 2020
Robert H. Releford, 65, born Saturday, March 16, 1955 in Carlinville, IL and passed away on Friday, December 25, 2020 at Passavant Area Hospital, Jacksonville, IL.
Bob enjoyed dancing, cooking, bar-b-quing, mostly having a good time and was always the life of the party. He loved his family and will be missed by all.
He...
George Melton Jr.
Dec 18, 2020
George Melton, Jr. 89, of St. Jacob, IL, born Sunday, May 10, 1931 in Poplar Bluff, MO and passed on Friday, December 18, 2020 at St. Joseph's Hospital, Highland, IL.
George honorably served in United State Marines serving his country during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the VFW Post # 3583, Carlyle, IL. George...
Marlin "Berk" Bergschneider
Dec 13, 2020
Marlin H. "Berk" Bergschneider, 88, of Troy, IL, born Wednesday, December 16, 1931 in Granite City, IL and passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 13, 2020 at his home in Troy, IL.
Berk joined the Army during the Korean Conflict and was stationed in Alaska. He loved to reminisce and share stories of his time...
Donald R. Blanke
Dec 8, 2020
Donald R. Blanke, 68, of Troy, IL, born Saturday, July 26, 1952 in St. Louis, MO and passed away on Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL.
Don worked at Grandpa's for over 20 years and retired from Walgreen's Drug Stores.  He always enjoyed his travels with work especially the international trips.  He...
Vivi V. Acedo
Dec 3, 2020
Vivi Acedo. 78, of Troy, IL, born Monday, July 20, 1942 in Hayden, AZ and passed away on December 3, 2020 in Edwardsville, IL.
Vivi has lived in Troy for the past 10 years. She was the Homecoming Queen of Buckeye Union High School, Buckeye AZ and also State Champion Tennis Player.
She was preceded...
Thomas R. Berkel
Nov 29, 2020
Thomas Raymond Berkel, 64, of Troy, IL, born February 12, 1956 in Belleville, IL, passed away on Sunday, November 29, 2020 at Barnes Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, MO, surrounded by family.
Tom was a member of St. Jerome Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus Council #8729, Troy, IL.  He retired in 2016 after 35 years from Boeing...
Charles R. Seymore
Nov 29, 2020
Charles Ray Seymore, 82, of Troy, IL, born February 21, 1938 in Osceola, AR and passed away on Sunday, November 29, 2020 at Memorial Hospital East, Shiloh, IL.
Charles was a member of Friedens UCC, Troy, IL. He was a member of the Teamster Local and worked at Fairmont Horse Track. He enjoyed fishing, working on antique...
Bobbie Ellen Byrne
Nov 29, 2020
Bobbie Ellen Byrne, 94, of Troy, IL, born January 18, 1926 in Wichita Falls, TX and passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 29, 2020 at Liberty Village of Maryville, IL.
Bobbie was a member of the Catholic Church. She loved her family and spending time with them playing cards, fishing and crocheting gifts.
She was...
Cornelia "Connie" Chrusciel
Nov 26, 2020
Cornelia R. "Connie" Chrusciel, 93, of Troy, IL, born November 13, 1927 in Fagus, MO and passed away peacefully on November 26, 2020 at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL.
Connie was a log time faithful member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Troy, Il where she was active in Lutheran women's League, Helping Hands, Pleasant Hour Club. She loved...
Gloria Jean Shelton
Nov 26, 2020
Gloria Jean Shelton, 70, of Troy, IL, born May 20, 1950 in St. Louis, MO and passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 26, 2020 at St. Louis, University Medical Center, St. Louis, MO.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Norval and Imogene (Nee Gipperich) LaRose.
Surviving are her husband, John Shelton of Troy,...
Jason Scott Frost
Nov 21, 2020
Jason Scott Frost, of St. Jacob, IL, passed away on Saturday, November 21, 2020 at the age of 48 after a month-long battle with COVID-19.
Jason worked for over 25 years at Trouw Nutrition in Highland, IL and was a member of Troy United Methodist Church. He had a strong love for his country and enjoyed 4th...
Kenneth F. Ackerman
Nov 20, 2020
Kenneth F. Ackerman, 94, of Troy, IL, born Sunday, November 7, 1926 in Troy, IL and passed away on Friday, November 20, 2020 at his home in Troy, IL.
Kenny was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Hamel, IL.  He owned and operated KenDons Restaurant in Livingston, IL.  He enjoyed riding his bike...
