Obituary Listing

Feb 27, 2026

Palmer K. Kemp, 89, pf Holiday Shores, IL, born December 18, 1936, in East St. Louis, Il and passed away peacefully on Friday, February 27, 2026, in Alhambra, IL.

Palmer served his Country in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam Conflict.  He was a faithful member of Zion Lutheran Church, Bethalto, IL.  Palmer retired from...

Feb 22, 2026

Scott D. Payne, 64, of Troy, IL, born Sunday, December 17, 1961, in East St. Louis, Il and went home to be with his Lord and Saviour on Sunday, February 22, 2026.

Scott was a member of Troy-Collinsville Church of Christ, Troy, IL.  He was scheduled to retire March 8, 2026, from Nike Air Manufacturing and Innovation...

Feb 11, 2026

Robert L. "Bob" Blaylock, 73, of Troy, IL, born Saturday, August 23, 1952, in Bristol, VA and passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at BJC Medical Center, St. Louis, MO.

Bob retired from United States Airforce with 23 years active-duty service. He then worked for and retired from Triad School District Transportation Department. He enjoyed playing...

Feb 11, 2026

John F. "Jack" Schmerbauch, 86, of Troy, IL, born Monday, June 5, 1939, in Troy, IL and passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, in Alhambra, IL.

Jack was a member of St. Jerome Catholic Church, Troy, IL.  He managed Marnick Thoroughbred Horse Farms in Troy, Il and Ocala, Fl.  Jack worked for United Steel Workers Local...

Feb 10, 2026

Robert D. "Bob" Dalluge 54, of Highland, IL, born Tuesday, November 30, 1971, in Decatur, IL and passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at St. Louis University Medical Center, St. Louis, MO.

Bob was a man who felt most at home outdoors - whether he was casting a line, grilling for a backyard barbecue or spending...

Feb 4, 2026

William Earl Wolfe, 90, of St. Jacob, IL born Wednesday, November 20, 1935, in Carlyle IL, and passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at St. Joseph's Hospital, Highland, IL.

In William's early years he helped his parents start and run Wolfe Bow and Arrow in St. Louis, MO. He then went to work for the City...

Feb 1, 2026

Deborah Gale Mullin, a quiet soul with a deep love for horses, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, at the age of 74

She lived a simple life, finding her greatest joy in the company of the animals she cherished most. Horses were not just her passion—they were her purpose. Over the years, she worked at...

Jan 6, 2026

Phil C. Loethen, 73, of Troy, IL, born Friday, August 8, 1952, in St. Louis, MO, passed peacefully on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, surrounded by his family.

Phil was a faithful member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Troy, IL.  He graduated from SIUE with a degree in Computer Science.

Abraham Lincoln wrote that "No man...

Jan 5, 2026

Donald James Setar was a devoted husband, beloved father, grandfather or "Papa", and great-grandfather; a caring shepherd, gifted musician and teacher, zealous preacher, adoptive and spiritual father to many, many people, and most importantly, a friend to his loving God, Jehovah.

Don, of Troy, IL, was 91.  He was born on March 25, 1934, in Palmerton, PA,...

Dec 31, 2025

Kathleen D. "Kay" Johnson-Rhodes, 84, of Troy, IL, born Sunday, May 18, 1941, in East St. Louis, Il and passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2025, in Maryville, IL.

Kay was a faithful member of Living Church of God in St. Louis.  She excelled academically, including a double grade promotion as an elementary student, and as Valedictorian in...

Dec 27, 2025

Ovil Kadavi, 100, of Troy, IL, formerly of Caseyville, IL.  She was born Thursday, August 13, 1925 in Ronson, TX and passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at her home in Troy, IL.

She was a member of St. Stephen's Catholic Church in Caseyville, IL.  She loved her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She...

Dec 19, 2025

Philip G. Creath, 76, of Troy, IL, born, July 12, 1949, in Granite City, IL and passed away on December 19, 2025, in St. Louis, MO.

Philip was a member of Metro East Assembly of God Church, Troy, IL.  He served his Country faithfully in the United States Army during the Vietnam Conflict.  He enjoyed flying ultra-light...

Dec 17, 2025

David G. Harris, 49, of Troy, IL, was born Tuesday, October 12, 1976, in Jacksonville, FL and passed away at his home on Wednesday, December 17, 2025.

David loved his family and enjoyed the times they spent together.  He served his Country faithfully from 1994 to 1996 in United States Army.  He was a movie enthusiast, enjoyed...

Nov 30, 2025

Jacquelyn "Jackie" Mornhinweg Estes, 92, of Troy, Illinois was born Friday, August 18, 1933, in St. Louis, MO and passed away Sunday, November 30, 2025, in Troy, IL.

Jackie was a life-long member of Friedens United Church of Christ in Troy where her father Rev. Richard Mornhinweg had been the Pastor for 43 years.  She was an...

Nov 15, 2025

Deborah Anne "Debbie" Settle, 60, of Troy, IL, born Monday, July 26, 1965, at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH and passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at St. Louis University Medical Center, St. Louis, MO.

Debbie was a faithful member of New Rivers Assembly of God Church, Maryville, IL. She was the Patient Service Specialist at...

Nov 10, 2025

Charles William Nolen Jr., 78, of Troy, IL, was born Tuesday, January 14, 1947, in St. Louis, MO and passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025, in Highland, IL.

Charles attended St. Jerome Catholic Church. He served his Country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the Troy American Legion...

Nov 4, 2025

On November 4, 2025, George Lee Opolka left this life to be at peace and rest with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

George was born in Wamac, Illinois on December 10, 1928, to Albert Paul and Georgia Lucille Opolka (nee Wiley). Albert was a German immigrant.

George was a proud Army veteran serving his...

Nov 2, 2025

Jimmie Lee Hoggatt, 65 of Troy, IL, born Tuesday, June 7, 1960, in Terre Haute, IN and passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at his home.

Jimmie was a member of Troy Methodist Church, Troy, IL.  He worked as a Programmer Analyst at US Bank.  He was a loving husband, father and grandfather and enjoyed the...

Nov 2, 2025

Debra Ann Field, 71, of St. Jacob, IL, born Wednesday, December 9, 1953, in Yakima, WA and passed away at her home on Sunday, November 2, 2025.

Debra was a loving wife and mother. She enjoyed spending time with her children and gardening.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Peggy (nee Crane) Hicks....

Oct 21, 2025

Susan L. Dawson, 61, of Troy, IL, born Tuesday, May 5, 1964, in Highland, IL, passed away on Monday, October 21, 2025, at St. Louis Mercy de Greeff Hospice House, St. Louis, MO.

Susan loved visiting and spending time with her family and friends, and she was always ready for a card game or dominoes. She was...