Don Smith
Sep 23, 2026
Jerry Don Smith, 83, of St. Jacob, IL, born January 5, 1943, in Blackrock, AR and passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL.
Don worked as a horseshoer/farrier for many years. He retired from Belle-Valley School District 119 in 1996. He and Kathy worked at the Strackeljahn Farm and ran the produce stand until retirement.
Don was...
Dwayne Damm
Sep 22, 2026
Dwayne E. Damm, 44 of Troy, IL, born June 10, 1982, in Litchfield, IL and passed away Peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL.
Dwayne enjoyed camping, fishing, junking and playing video games. He was an avid Cardinals and Chicago Bears Fan. He enjoyed listening to music and especially Country Music. He...
Justina Wilbur
Sep 18, 2026
Justina Marie Wilbur, 48, of Collinsville, IL, passed away on September 18, 2026, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL.
She was born on September 11, 1978, in Centralia, IL where she was raised and graduated from Centralia High School. She was accredited as a Surgical Technologist from Parkland College in Champaign, IL where she first worked at Carle Hospital. Later she...
Michael Donavon
Sep 4, 2026
Master Sergeant Michael (Mike) T. Donavon, USAF, Retired, 86 of Troy, IL, born September 21, 1939, in Newark, OH, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 4, 2026, in Edwardsville, IL, at the Chapters Senior Living Residential Community.
Ever the high-achiever, Mike was a life-long learner, possessing an unending curiosity to know how things work and to fix them when they break....
Larry Talbert
Sep 3, 2026
Larry Talbert, 79, of Troy, IL was born April 25, 1947, in Watseka, IL and passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Larry honorably served his country as a Marine. He enjoyed skydiving and had thousands of documented jumps. A good day included a ride through the country on his Harley, grilling...
Norman "Sandy" Lyerla
Aug 23, 2026
Norman “Sandy” Lyerla, 82, of Highland, IL, formerly of St. Jacob, IL, was born July 9, 1944, in Hillsboro, IL, and passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
Sandy was dedicated to his family, especially the love of his life, Pat, whom he married for 57 years. He was gifted at making...
Mary Jacob
Aug 18, 2026
Mary L. Jacob, 95 of Troy, IL born September 29, 1930, in East St. Louis, IL passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
Mary was a faithful long-time member of Bethel Baptist Church in Troy, serving on many committees and programs. She was founder and co-owner of Jewel Box Studio in Troy, IL. Mary was a long-time...
Dr. Leslie E. Colyott
Aug 17, 2026
Dr. Leslie E. Colyott, 62 of Troy, IL, born June 10, 1964, in Belleville, IL and passed away peacefully on August 17, 2026, at his home in Troy, IL.
Everyone knew him as “Les,” but to his family, he was lovingly known as “Dr. Cool.”
Les was a naturally curious person with an insatiable passion for learning and sharing knowledge with others....
George Himmeger
Aug 5, 2026
On Wednesday, August 5 th , George Nelson Himmeger, our beloved father passed away peacefully at his home, at the age of 88.
George was born November 18, 1937, in St. Louis, MO. He was preceded in death by his wife, Audrey M. (nee Beynon) Himmeger; his parents, George E. and Julia (nee Kordonowy) Himmeger; a brother, John Himmeger and his...
Wayne E. Lambird Jr.
Aug 1, 2026
Wayne E. Lambird Jr., 59, of New Baden, IL, born August 31, 1966 in East St. Louis, IL and passed away at his home on Saturday, August 1, 2026.
Wayne was the Produce Manger at New Baden Market, New Baden, IL He was always ready to lend a helping hand to those needing help. He enjoyed a quiet day on the...
Tully C. Parker
Jul 27, 2026
Tully Charles Parker, 79, of Troy, IL, born March 26, 1947, in Kilgore, TX and passed away on Monday, July 27, 2026, at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL.
Tully graduated from LeTourneau University, Longview, TX with a double major in Electrical and Welding Engineering. He retired from Miller Electric Manufacturing after 35 years of service. He was a member and board member...
Patricia A. "Pat" Lyerla
Jul 26, 2026
Patricia A. “Pat” Lyerla, 81, of Highland, IL, formerly of St. Jacob, IL, born January 3, 1945, in Granite City, IL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Pat was a former member of St. Jacob Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday School for many years. Pat loved people and loved being...
Sharon G. Walker
Jun 27, 2026
Sharon G. Walker, 85, of Collinsville, IL, born August 2, 1940, in Collinsville, Il and passed away on Saturday June 27, 2026, at Mercy South Medical Center in St. Louis, MO
Sharon attended the Lutheran Church. She worked at Brunos Bakery in Collinsville and later retired from Famous Barr/Macys. She enjoyed traveling, watching her favorite TV programs and her pets. Most...
Geraldine "Gerry" Mersinger
Jun 21, 2026
Geraldine M. “Gerry” Mersinger, 75, of Troy, IL, born April 10, 1951, in East St. Louis, IL and passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at her home in Troy, IL.
Gerry was a member of St. Jerome Catholic Church, Troy, IL. She lived in Brush CO for many years just recently moving back to Troy to be closer to her...
Alan R. DeBlock
Jun 11, 2026
Alan R. “Big Al” DeBlock, 69, of Troy, IL, born October 27, 1956, in Kewanee, IL and passed away at his home on Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Alan was a member of St. Jerome Catholic Church, Troy, IL. He was a Service Manager in Tele-Communications for GTE-Verizon, IPC and retired from Market Communications LLC. He was a member of the Knights...
Sharon Kay Keeton
Jun 8, 2026
Sharon Kay Keeton, 78, of Granite City, IL, was born February 1, 1948 and passed away peacefully surrounded by family at her Troy, IL senior living home on Monday, June 8, 2026.
Sharon was a loving mother and grandmother and enjoyed spending time with her family. She enjoyed watching game shows and gardening. She once bowled, played bingo, used to be...
Kay Trone
Jun 6, 2026
Kay Trone, 74, of Troy, Illinois, born July 2, 1951, in St. Louis, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, O’Fallon, IL.
Her parents were Carl H. and Fern E. (nee Porter) Embrey. Kay graduated from Triad High School in St. Jacob, Illinois in 1969. She worked for many years as a legal secretary, first at...
Charles T. Gammon
May 30, 2026
Charles T. Gammon Sr., 77, of Collinsville, IL, born October 25, 1948, in East St. Louis, IL and passed away at his home on Saturday, May 30, 2026.
Charles loved his family and enjoyed the times spent together. He was always ready for a motorcycle ride. He enjoyed watching the St. Louis Cardinals play ball. Charles retired from Granite City Steel...
Emilie A. Poletti
May 23, 2026
Emilie Ann Poletti, 13, of Troy, IL, fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church, born, February 14, 2013, in Maryville, IL and passed peacefully on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.
Emilie was a member of St. Jerome Catholic Church, Troy, IL where she was an alter server, she was active in...
Franklin D. "Frank" Conour
May 21, 2026
Franklin D. “Frank” Conour. 61, 0f Bonne Terre, MO, born January 13, 1965, in Highland, IL and passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at his home in Bonne Terre, MO.
Frank enjoyed the freedom when riding his motorcycle and socializing with his biker friends. He loved his family in his own way, his mom and dad, brother, his women, and...
