Feb 12, 2025

John Robert Wilson, 77, long-time resident of Fairview Heights, Ill. passed away Feb 12, 2025 in Granite City, Ill.

He was born to the late Thomas and Mildred (Schneider) Wilson in East St. Louis, Ill., on June 12, 1947.

John graduated from Belleville Township High School in 1966 and joined the U.S Air Force, where...

Feb 7, 2025

Bradley D. "Moe" Warchol, 69, of O'Fallon, Ill., passed away Friday, February 7, 2025 at Barnes Jewish Hospital ICU, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Brad was born June 9, 1955 in East St. Louis, Ill., to Alfred and Garnet, nee McClary, Warchol.

Brad's love for the outdoors began as a child growing up in...

Feb 6, 2025

Claudia Lowry, age 80, of O'Fallon, born December 7, 1944 in St. Louis, Mo., passed away Thursday, February 6, 2025 following a brief illness.

Claudia had previously worked at Rothman Furniture and Wood Bakery, but enjoyed her time as a homemaker. She was faithful to her God, and loved her grandchildren beyond measure, always eager to attend...

Feb 5, 2025

Joyce Ebert, nee Obernuefemann, age 77, lifelong resident of O'Fallon, born March 22, 1947, passed away at her home on Wednesday evening, February 5, 2025.

Joyce loved living on the farm, tending to the home and being with the lambs, sheep, and all the animals, including her beloved dog, Lettie. She and her late husband David were...

Feb 5, 2025

Donald L. Enke, age 81, MSgt, USAF, retired, of Belleville, Ill., passed away Wednesday morning, February 5, 2025 at Memorial Hospital, Shiloh, Ill.

Born November 18, 1943 in Bunker Hill, Ill., he was the son of the late Roscoe and Erma Enke. Don enlisted in the Air Force at the age of 18. While serving in France...

Jan 31, 2025

Mary Jean Wheatley, nee Munie, age 97, born June 30, 1927 at home in O'Fallon, Ill., passed away Jan. 31, 2025 at Heritage at The Colonnade in O'Fallon, Ill.

Mary Jean was one of seven children born to Oscar "Doc" and Matilda, nee Rapp, Munie. She was a lifelong O'Fallon resident and married Raymond M. Wheatley on...

Jan 31, 2025

Nancy Joan Pfeiffer, age 71, of O'Fallon, formerly of Belleville, Ill., born November 20, 1953 in St. Louis, Mo., passed away January 31, 2025.

Nancy grew up in St. Louis and graduated from Ritenour High School. She married John T. Pfeiffer on May 21, 1977. Nancy was a lifelong caregiver, showing love and kindness to family members,...

Jan 30, 2025

Robert M. Jacobs, age 96

Business Executive, Chess Master, Golfer, True Gentleman

Bob passed peacefully on January 30, 2025. He was born in 1928 in Pittsburgh, the middle son of Samuel David and Elizabeth Cushner Jacobs. He was educated at the University of Michigan and the University of California in Los Angeles. Then...

Jan 24, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jules Ragnetti, who passed away on January 24, 2025, at the age of 73. Jules was born on July 18, 1951, in Pawling, N.Y. to Michael J. and Harriette A. Ragnetti, and lived a life marked by service, dedication, and a deep love for his family and country....

Jan 21, 2025

Teresa Lynne "Terry" Rettig, nee Farmer, age 72, of Belleville, born April 16, 1952 in Biloxi, Miss., went to be with her Lord on Jan. 21, 2025 at home with her family at her side.

Terry moved with her family to the area in 1964 and graduated from Belleville Township High School East, Class of 1970. One...

Jan 20, 2025

Gerald William Bunge, age 91, born May 9, 1933 in Lebanon, Ill., passed away January 20, 2025 at St. Elizabeth's Hospital, O'Fallon, Ill., after a brief illness.

Jerry grew up in O'Fallon, where he worked as a pinsetter at the bowling alley as a teenager. He enlisted in the US Navy soon after high school and served...

Jan 14, 2025

Visitation for Mr. Coleman will be from 9 am - Noon, Sunday, January 19, 2025 at Wolfersberger Funeral Home. A procession will depart the funeral home at Noon, for a Graveside Service to be held at O'Fallon City Cemetery, O'Fallon, Ill.

Dr. Leandrew "Grandman" Coleman passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, surrounded by his family....

Jan 13, 2025

Claude Norton Barrow, age 90, born September 27, 1934 in Marilla, N.Y., passed away Monday evening, January 13, 2025, at St. Elizabeth's Hospital, O'Fallon, Ill., with family by his side, and Peg, his beloved wife of nearly 70 years, holding his hand.

Claude grew up in Marilla, the son of Claude and Lois, nee Kelsey, Barrow. As...

Jan 7, 2025

Jeremy Edward Stuart, 38, of O'Fallon, Ill., passed away on January 7, 2025. Jeremy lived a life filled with love, adventure, and dedication to his family and community.

Born on March 16, 1986, in Los Angeles, Calif., Jeremy spent his formative years in the City of Angels where he attended school at Harvard-Westlake School. There, he developed...

Jan 6, 2025

Janet Marie Todd, nee Walsh, born July 17, 1949, was granted eternal rest when she passed away Monday afternoon, January 6, 2025 at Evelyn's Hospice House in Creve Coeur, Mo. Her husband and family were at her side.

Jan grew up in Southern California. She attended what is now San Diego State University, majoring in Psychology. In...

Jan 5, 2025

John Samuel McKinney of Shiloh, Ill., passed away at Jefferson Barracks Veterans Hospital in St. Louis, Mo., on his 81st birthday, January 5, 2025. John will be remembered as a loving son, husband, father, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and dear friend. He was deeply devoted to his family and cherished each member. He considered his family the source of...

Jan 3, 2025

Walter O'Dell

Walter Anthony O'Dell, age 76, born June 10, 1948 in St. Louis, Mo., passed away January 3, 2025 at Barnes Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, Mo.

Walter grew up in St. Louis and attended Central High School. He enlisted in the US Navy at a young age and served honorably until his...

Jan 2, 2025

Sandra Kay Millikin, nee Grimes, born October 16, 1943 in Fithian, Ill., passed away Thursday morning, January 2, 2025 at Cedar Ridge Nursing Home, Lebanon, Ill.

Sandy was raised in Fithian, where she graduated from Oakwood High School. She later moved to Danville, where she raised her two sons. She was always a caregiver to others -...

Jan 1, 2025

Harold "Alan" Daggs of O'Fallon, Ill. was born November 12, 1958 in Oklahoma City, Okla. He passed away Wednesday, January 1st, 2025 peacefully in his home after struggling with health issues. He is the son of Harold Vernon Daggs and Ada Lucille Moberly Daggs Heitzman.

Alan grew up in Oklahoma City. He attended...

Dec 22, 2024

Jane Ferris

Nancy Jane Ferris, nee Stanton, was born August 19, 1948 in East St. Louis, Ill. She passed away December 22, 2024 at Jacob's House Nursing Home in Willard, Mo., at the age of 76.

She attended Holy Angels School, and later graduated from East Side High School in East St. Louis, Ill. She...