May 18, 2025

Cadence Eileen Prince, age 17, of O'Fallon, Ill., was born November 24, 2007 in La Jolla, Calif. She was sadly and abruptly taken from us on Sunday evening, May 18, 2025.

Eileen, as she preferred to be called, was an amazing and talented young woman. She spent hours watching YouTube videos and practicing her makeup techniques. Eileen...

May 17, 2025

Eliana Marie Timpson-Allen, daughter of Katerina and Joseph, passed away peacefully in her mommy and daddy's arms while surrounded by family after living a life filled only with love on May 17, 2025, 3 days after her birthday, May 14, 2025. Pictured: Eliana's hand and Daddy's finger

Weighing just 1 pound 15 ounces and measuring 12 inches...

May 13, 2025

Our beloved mother and nana, Margaret Ann Carter, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2025, at the age of 79, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Born on April 27, 1946, in East St. Louis, Ill., she was the daughter of Robert and Marie Carter.

Margie dedicated her career to public service, working as a telephone...

May 9, 2025

Janet Elizabeth Hellmann, age 67, of O'Fallon, Ill., born September 27, 1957 in Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on Friday morning, May 9, 2025 at Memorial Hospital, Shiloh, Illinois.

Janet was born and raised in Louisville, Ky., as the youngest of five children born to Charles and Bessie, nee Smith, Rogalinski,...

May 7, 2025

Boston Drew Johnson, age 17, much-loved son of Chrissy and Jim, little brother of Braden, all of O'Fallon, Ill., passed away in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his favorite people, on Wednesday morning, May 7, 2025. Boston was born a happy, healthy baby who grew into a sweet little boy full of personality. He loved any kind...

May 4, 2025

Shirley Ann Suski, 77, of Lebanon, Ill., passed away peacefully from pulmonary failure due to pneumonia complications on May 4, 2025 surrounded by her family. Shirley was born October 1, 1947 to Raymond and Barbara Boos. She is survived by her loving husband Richard, her sisters Barbara and Margaret, along with her 5 children, 10 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren....

May 1, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Margaret Ann (nee Gayer) Baughman, 79, on May 1, 2025, following a 6-year fight with ovarian cancer.

She was a dedicated wife to Charles M. Baughman and a loving mother to their three sons, Wade, Matt, and Chris.

Born in St. Louis, Mo., on...

Apr 27, 2025

Christopher Jon Hesse, age 55, of O'Fallon, IL was born August 2, 1969 in Belleville, IL, to Maurice A. Hesse and Dolalene "Dolly" (nee Hertzler) Hesse. Chris died peacefully on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. Chris was surrounded by the love and support of his family and amazing friends, many of whom traveled...

Apr 25, 2025

Judith Ann DeWitt, age 79, resident of Odin Healthcare Center, Odin, Ill., passed away April 25, 2025.

Judy was born April 5, 1946 in Breese, Ill., the daughter of Vincent and Helen, nee Voigt, Feldmann. She was a longtime employee and manager at Hardee's in O'Fallon, and later retired from Clean Uniform Co. in Highland. Judy loved...

Apr 25, 2025

Retired Air Force Major General Donald W. Bennett of Shiloh, Ill., passed peacefully to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 25, 2025. He spent his formative years in Buckhannon, W.Va. where he achieved Eagle Scout status in 1942 and his private pilot license in 1945. Throughout his life, Don expressed his aviation passion through his expert aircraft...

Apr 25, 2025

Elke Magdalene Haupt entered this life on August 25, 1959 and passed on April 25, 2025, at the age of 65, but her indomitable spirit will not be forgotten.

A longtime resident of O'Fallon, Ill., Elke was born in Wiesbaden, Germany but relocated to Crestline, Calif. with her family when she was in high school and graduated...

Apr 17, 2025

Mary Jeannette "Jean" Love, age 78, of O'Fallon, Ill., passed away April 17, 2025 at her home.

Jean, as she was known by her family and friends, was born in 1946 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Joseph John and Mildred Lee, nee Broome, Wagner. She grew up in Grand Rapids, Hattiesburg, Mississippi and the Metro East area...

Apr 12, 2025

Mary Eva Thurman, age 75, of Belleville, Ill., born May 10, 1949 in Alton, Ill., passed away suddenly on April 12, 2025 at HSHS St. Elizabeth's Hospital, O'Fallon, Ill.

Mary was the daughter of William and Phoebe, nee Ballard, Flint. She was a 1972 graduate of Cornerstone University and worked as a social worker for over 30...

Apr 11, 2025

Our beloved wife, mother, sister, and aunt, Jennet Dianne Gray, born May 31,1946, in Leesville, La., entered into eternal rest peacefully at Alive Hospice in Nashville, Tenn., Friday April 11, 2025, bringing to a close a life marked by profound kindness and love for others.

Jennet was the heartbeat of her family. From the moment of birth,...

Apr 9, 2025

Paul Raymond Ping, 89, of O'Fallon, Ill., passed away April 9, 2025 at his home.

Paul was born February 4, 1936 in St. Louis, Mo., to Ivan H. and Hattie, nee Elson, Ping. He grew up on a farm and graduated from the O'Fallon Township High School Class of 1954. He was proud to be part of...

Apr 8, 2025

Denise Lynn (Bagnarelli) Burton, born September 29, 1963 in Bristol Township, Pa., passed away Tuesday morning, April 8, 2025, at her home in O'Fallon, Ill., with her devoted husband of 43 years, Charles Burton Jr., at her side.

Denise was born to John and Mary Florence (Krumm) Bagnarelli, who raised Denise and her younger sister, Dolores (Bagnarelli)...

Apr 5, 2025

Linda Diann Kallvy, age 61, of O'Fallon, Ill., born September 26, 1963 in East St. Louis, Ill., passed away, surrounded by her devoted children and loving mother on April 5, 2025 at HSHS St. Elizabeth Hospital, O'Fallon.

A graduate of Collinsville High School, Linda attended Vatterott College. She worked as a clerk at CC Food Mart in...

Apr 4, 2025

Orren Wayne Wilcox, age 89, longtime resident of Greenville, Ill., passed away April 4, 2025 at HSHS St. Elizabeth Hospital, O'Fallon, Ill.

Born December 27, 1935 to Kenneth and Bethell, nee Pierce, Wilcox, Orren grew up in Guttenberg, Iowa with his siblings James, Gene, and Carol. He enlisted in the Air Force in 1956 and served 8...

Apr 1, 2025

Kim Francis Lobring, Chief Master Sergeant, USAF, Retired, age 73 of Gulfport, Miss., died Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at his residence. Kim Lobring was born September 30, 1951, in Cincinnati, Ohio to Carl and Otillia (Herbert) Lobring; and they preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife of 50 years, Mary E. (nee...

Mar 31, 2025

Kathleen 'Kathie' Novy, 84, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025, at Addington Place of Edwardsville Memory Care in Edwardsville, Illinois, with her children Mary and Michael by her side.

The second of her father's Four Queens was born June 12, 1940, in Anamosa, Iowa, to Charles Niles and Mary (Shifflett) Niles Weber. Kathie was a beloved...