Nelson Scott Libell, Jr.
August 5, 2021
Nelson Scott Libell, Jr., age 39, of O'Fallon, born January 17, 1982, died at home on August 5, 2021.
Nelson grew up in O'Fallon and graduated from OTHS in 2000. He studied HVAC and welding at SWIC before starting his employment with Omega Steel Co., in Granite City, where he was a hard worker and loyal employee....
Charles F. Baker
August 5, 2021
Charles "Chuck" Baker, age 96, of O'Fallon, Ill., born July 20, 1925 in Lenoir City, Tenn., passed away peacefully at home on August 5, 2021, while holding Harriet's hand.
Growing up in Tennessee, Chuck was an avid University of Tennessee Volunteers fan. He joined the US Navy as a young man, and served on the USS PC-1264...
Sharon A. Orr-Woods
August 1, 2021
Updated Service Info: The family will host a Celebration of Life event from 2-5 pm., Sunday, September 19, 2021 at the Quail Club, 8303 Concordia Church Rd, Belleville.
Sharon A. Orr-Woods, age 77, of O'Fallon, born May 27, 1944 in East St. Louis, Ill., passed away Sunday evening, August 1, 2021...
Janeita Keck
July 17, 2021
Janeita Keck, age 89, of O'Fallon, Ill., passed to life eternal on Saturday, July 17, 2021. She was born on November 24, 1931, to George and Christine, nee Rick, Schroeder. She grew up in rural St. Jacob until meeting the love of her life, Clifford "Bud" Keck of Lebanon, Ill., whom she married July 15, 1950. He passed away...
Glennon W. Musial
July 15, 2021
Glennon W. Musial, age 78, of O'Fallon, Ill., born July 14, 1943 in St. Louis, Mo., died Thursday, July 15, 2021 at St. Elizabeth's Hospital, O'Fallon.
Glenn served as a military security police in the US Air Force during the Vietnam era. He was a proud member of the VFW Post 805 and American Legion Post 137....
Cheryl Sumpter
July 3, 2021
Cheryl Lynn Sumpter, nee Young, age 58, of Shiloh, Ill., born April 12, 1963 in St. Louis, passed away Saturday evening, July 3, 2021 at Memorial East Hospital, Shiloh, after a brief and sudden illness.
Cheryl grew up in St. Louis, and was employed at Hoy Shoe Company for over 30 years. She enjoyed big-game hunting, and...
Rufus Daniel Mccollum, Jr.
July 3, 2021
Rufus D. McCollum, Jr, age 84, resident of O'Fallon, Ill. since 1972, transitioned peacefully Saturday, July 3, 2021 at his home with his wife Betty and family at his side. Rufus was born February 11, 1937 in Abingdon, Va. to Mr. Rufus D. McCollum, Sr. and Velma McCollum.
Rufus retired as a Lieutenant Colonel from the United...
Meghan E. Rosenberg
July 3, 2021
Meghan Elaine Rosenberg, age 29, of Belleville, Ill., born December 23, 1991 at Scott AFB, passed away July 3, 2021.
Born at Scott AFB, Meghan was raised as a military kid, and moved around often. She graduated from Cocoa Beach High School, Fla., in 2010, before moving back to the area. Meghan had a creative spirit; she...
Timothy Harms
June 28, 2021
Timothy Allen Harms, age 66, of Mattoon, Ill., formerly of O'Fallon, passed away at his residence on Monday, June 28, 2021. Tim was born on May 26, 1955, in Portland, Ore. to the late Mervin and Doris (Krassig) Harms. He grew up in Omaha, Neb., was the youngest of six children, and was a proud graduate of Omaha South...
Donald Hocher
June 21, 2021
Donald L. Hocher, age 85, of O'Fallon, born September 18, 1935 on the family farm in Collinsville, Ill., passed away Monday morning, June 21, 2021 at Colonnade Senior Living Center, O'Fallon, Ill.
Don grew up on the Hocher family farm and graduated from O'Fallon Twp. High School in 1953. While serving in the Army during the Korean...
Roscoe Woodward
June 18, 2021
Roscoe L. Woodward, age 87, of Fairview Heights, Ill., born October 8, 1933, passed away at home on June 18, 2021.
Roscoe served 26 years in the US Air Force, retiring as Senior Master Sergeant in 1979 from Scott AFB where he had served as Superintendent in Logistics Planning with the 375 th CAM.
He...
Victoria Marie Stake
June 12, 2021
Victoria "Tori" Marie Stake, age 29, born August 12, 1991, at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, passed away Saturday, June 12, 2021, at Barnes Jewish Hospital, following a 12-month battle with breast cancer.
Tori grew up in O'Fallon, Ill., and enjoyed baking, sewing, and playing hockey. She graduated OTHS Class of 2009. She attended SWIC, then transferred and earned...
Merle Frech
June 6, 2021
Merle "Moe" Frech, age 85, of O'Fallon, Ill., born June 16, 1935 in Lenzburg, Ill., passed away Sunday evening, June 6, 2021, at Memorial Hospital, Belleville, Ill.
Moe grew up in New Athens, where as a young paper boy, loved his community. He maintained his strong ties to his New Athens' roots and lifelong friends throughout his...
Jeffrey Haynes
May 18, 2021
Jeffrey Dean Haynes, 57, of O'Fallon, Ill., born on May 4, 1964 in Bryan, Texas., went to be with his Lord in heaven on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at Siteman Cancer Center in St. Louis, Mo.
Jeff was a General Manager at the Auffenberg Dealer Group in O'Fallon, Ill. He enjoyed his job and spending time with...
June Phares
May 17, 2021
June Marie Phares, age 79, formerly of Springfield, Ill., died Monday morning, May 17, 2021, at Cedar Ridge Nursing & Rehab, Lebanon, Ill.
June was born in Carlinville, Ill., and spent most of her life in Springfield. She had worked as an admission clerk at St. John's Hospital in Springfield. She was an amazing cook, enjoyed her...
Jere F. Buttimer
May 16, 2021
Jere Francis Buttimer, age 79, of O'Fallon, Ill, born July 1, 1941 in Stoneham, Mass., passed away Sunday afternoon, May 16, 2021.
Jere grew up in Massachusetts, attended Stonehill College in North Easton, and served in the US Air Force from 1964-76 as a meteorologist. He was a long-time carrier for the Belleville News-Democrat and worked as...
Andrew J. Pelak, Jr.
May 6, 2021
Andrew J. Pelak, Jr., age 74, Major General, USAF (Ret.), of O'Fallon, Ill., born August 7, 1946 in Newark, N.J., died suddenly on May 6, 2021.
Andy grew up near Newark, N.J., and attended East Orange High School where he was an accomplished athlete and scholar. He went on to play baseball and earn his B.A. in...
Frank B. Austin
May 1, 2021
Frank B. Austin, age 77, of Shiloh, Ill., died at home on May 1, 2021.
Mr. Austin was a Vietnam veteran and had received the Distinguished Flying Cross for his role in a helicopter rescue of American soldiers, and he had retired from the US Army. An avid reader, Mr. Austin had an interest in military history...
Robert Clarence Weber
April 25, 2021
Robert Clarence Weber, age 89, of Belleville, formerly of St. Louis, Mo., died Sunday evening, April 25, 2021 at Joe's Place Caring Cottage, O'Fallon, Ill.
Bob was born and raised in St. Louis. He spent most of his life in St. Louis, and after retirement, moved to Ozark, Mo. He worked as a union plumber for almost...
Luke Matthew Rennison
April 24, 2021
To help us celebrate Luke's life, please wear your own SUPERHERO shirt on Thursday.
Luke Matthew Rennison, age 19, left this life for a new one on April 24, 2021. He was the son of Matt and Kristi Rennison of Belleville, Illinois. He leaves three sisters whom he adored, and they included him in everything...
