Obituary Listing

Aug 10, 2025

Doris Gause, 85, of Edwardsville, IL, was born Monday, July 15, 1940, in Highland, IL, and passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 10, 2025, in Troy, IL.

Doris lived a life rooted in faith, hard work, and devotion to her family. She was a member of Eden Church in Edwardsville. She graduated from McCray Dewey High School...

Aug 8, 2025

Donald J. Thomas, 69, of St. Jacob, IL, born Tuesday, March 6, 1956, in Litchfield, IL and passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL.

Don attended St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Troy, IL.  He was an avid athlete, competing in basketball, baseball, track and football at Mt. Olive high school, and...

Jul 30, 2025

Eugene J. Orlandi, 83, of Troy, IL, born Wednesday, June 10, 1942, in Trenton, MI passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at Aspen Creek of Troy surrounded by his loving family.

Eugene served his country faithfully in the United States Army serving during the Vietnam conflict.  He enjoyed tinkering on cars, being outdoors, hunting and...

Jul 20, 2025

Helen N. Tedford, 93, of Troy, IL., born Friday, on March 4, 1932, in Mt. Vernon, IL., passed away on July 20, 2025, in Glen Carbon, IL.

Helen was a devoted wife and a loving mother to 7 children, cherished grandmother to 14 Grandchildren, 16 Great-Grandchildren and 4 Great-Great Grandchildren and a dear friend to many. She...

Jul 16, 2025

Michael L. Perrine, 83, of Troy, IL, born Sunday, December 14, 1941, in Quincy, IL and passed away at his home on Wednesday, July 16, 2025.

Mike attended Troy Methodist Church in Troy, IL.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Jean (nee Quincy) Perrine; his son, Eric Perrine; his parents, Lindsey R....

Jul 8, 2025

Sandra G. Bowler, 88, of Troy, IL, born Friday, March 12, 1937, in Granite City, IL and passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.

Sandra and Roger were long time faithful members of Trinity Methodist Church in Granite City, IL.  Sandra taught at Worthen Elementary in Granite City, IL.  She loved her family...

Jul 6, 2025

Glen E. Canady, 76, born Saturday, May 7, 1949, in Enfield, IL and passed away on Sunday, July 06, 2025, at Highland Health Care, Highland, IL

Glen enjoyed his family, storytelling, horseshoes and the times he spent with his buddies at the VFW hall in Troy.

He is survived by his sister, Donna Spealman of...

Jul 5, 2025

Joann McDonald, 84, of Pocahontas, IL, born Sunday, July 14, 1940, in McLeansboro, IL and passed away on Saturday July 5, 2025, at Highland Health Care in Highland, IL.

Joann was a member of Silver Creek Bible Fellowship Church in Troy, IL.  Joann loved her family and was happiest when she spent time with them.

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Jul 4, 2025

Earl Dennis "Denny" Franks, age 85, of Lebanon IL, formerly of Rittman, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025, at 11:01 am, following a surgery to remove blockage.

Denny was born on April 24, 1940, at Wadsworth-Rittman Hospital to the late Earl "Frog" and Mildred Katherine (Kurtz) Franks, graduated from Rittman High class of 1958, and served...

Jul 2, 2025

Nelda J. Barbour, 84, of Highland, IL born Sunday, September 29, 1940, in Sweetwater, TX and passed away at her home in Highland Il on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.

Nelda was a long-time faithful member of CrossView Assembly of God Church in O'Fallon, IL.  She and Bobby loved vacationing, camping and enjoyed the times they spent traveling...

Jun 26, 2025

Virginia A. Aylsworth, 85, of Troy, IL born Saturday, December 30, 1939, in Ladysmith, WI and passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025, in St. Louis, MO.

Virginia attended St. Jerome Catholic Church and was a member of St. Ann Sodality.  She was a member of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority.  Virginia worked as a Radiographer for...

Jun 19, 2025

William F. "Bill" Kohl, 82, of Troy, IL, born Wednesday, April 14, 1943, in St. Louis, MO and passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at his home.

Bill served his country faithfully in the United States Army.  He was a long-time member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Troy, IL where he served on the...

Jun 17, 2025

Jack A. Sockoch, 87, of Troy, IL, was born Monday, July 26, 1937, in Kingston, West Virginia and passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at his home in Troy, IL.

Jack was a devoted and loving son, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend who lived honestly and with integrity. He served his country, faithfully, in...

Jun 16, 2025

Kevin J. Trepka, 72, of Troy, IL, born Thursday, November 6, 1952, in St. Louis, MO and passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025, at his home in Troy, IL.

Kevin was a loving husband, father and grandfather enjoying all the times spent together.  He was a Boy Scout Leader for over 10 years.  He enjoyed listening...

Jun 3, 2025

Jacquelyn Belle Rucker, 23, of St. Jacob, IL, born Wednesday, February 27, 2002, in Maryville, IL and passed on Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Jacquelyn Belle Rucker, age 23, who left us far too soon. Born in Maryville, Illinois, and raised in St. Jacob, Jacquelyn brought light, laughter, and love...

Jun 2, 2025

Jon Maxwell Rhodes Sr., 85, of Troy, IL, born Tuesday, May 14, 1940, in St. Louis, MO and passed away peacefully on Monday, June 2, 2025, at his home in Troy.

Jon was a faithful active member of Living Church of God in St. Louis, MO.  His passion and work were restoring classic English cars.  His classic...

May 31, 2025

Fred A. Isenberg, 78, of Troy, IL, born Friday, October 25, 1946, in St. Louis, MO and passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, May 31, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Fred attended St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Troy, IL.  He was a member of the Laborers Local 110.  Fred was a member of Ainad...

May 18, 2025

April K. Deatherage, 76, of Marine, IL, born Friday, July 23, 1948, in East St. Louis, IL and passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL.

April was a faithful member of St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church in Marine, IL.  She enjoyed food and was a great chef especially when she was making...

May 2, 2025

Thomas W. Bankston, 88, of Troy, IL formerly of Bettendorf, IA, born Friday, January 15, 1937, in Holland, MO and passed away peacefully on Friday, May 2, 2025, at Litchfield Hospice and Rehab Center, Litchfield, IL.

Thomas served his country faithfully in the United States Navy during the Vietnam Conflict.  He retired from Case Heavy Equipment as...

Apr 26, 2025

Dorothea E. Buchanan, 77, of St. Jacob, IL, born Sunday, April 27, 1947, in East St. Louis, IL, peacefully ended her earthly journey on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at her home, surrounded by the love of her family.

Dorothea was a faithful member of Bethel Baptist Church in Troy, IL. She retired from Triad Schools after many...