Sep 9, 2024

Gary James Machovina, Colonel, US Air Force (retired), age 78, born November 30, 1945 in Berea, Ohio, passed away September 9, 2024 at Evelyn's Hospice House, Creve Coeur, Mo.

Gary attended school in Berea, Ohio and graduated from Bowling Green State University where he earned his commission through ROTC. He earned a master's in business from Webster...

Sep 8, 2024

Carolyn Joan Wessel, nee Baima, formerly of Okawville and O'Fallon, passed away Sunday, September 8, 2024, at Oak Hill Nursing Home, Waterloo, Ill.

Carolyn was born in Collinsville, attended St. Teresa Catholic School in Belleville, and married William D. Wessel on July 1, 1964. They lived in O'Fallon for many years before moving to Okawville in 1976....

Sep 5, 2024

Charles John "Chuck" Blowers, age 82, of O'Fallon, Ill., born April 28, 1942, passed away September 5, 2024.

Chuck served the US Army for four years before transitioning to the US Air Force, retiring in 1982 as MSgt. Chuck was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal with 3 service stars, the Meritorious Service Medal, and AF Commendation Medal...

Aug 31, 2024

Jeffrey Allen Wacker, age 52, of O'Fallon, Ill., born March 25, 1972 in Fayetteville, N.C., passed away at his home on August 31, 2024.

Jeffrey graduated from O'Fallon Township High School in 1990 and earned his associate's degree from SWIC. Jeff was an avid sports fan with many interests, including current events, WWII history, and his Lumbee...

Aug 27, 2024

Karen Ruth Ping, age 59, of Belleville, Ill., born August 16, 1965 in Belleville to Richard E. Ping and Margie R. Ping, nee Steinberg, died Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at her residence with her family at her side.

Karen grew up in Swansea, Ill. in the Twilight Terrace neighborhood.  She was a kindhearted soul with her faith...

Aug 26, 2024

David F. Clark, retired Lieutenant Colonel of the United States Air Force, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was 76 years old.

Born on May 28, 1948, David dedicated his life to serving his country with honor and distinction. He graduated from Penn State University, University of Southern California, and...

Aug 23, 2024

Robert G. Pontious, age 87, of O'Fallon, Ill., born November 18, 1936 in Belleville, Ill., to Fahren and Rosemond, nee Goedeke, Pontious, passed away August 23, 2024 at San Gabriel Assisted Living Center, Highland, Ill.

Bob grew up in Belleville, the oldest of seven children, and enlisted in the Air Force in 1955, serving until 1961. He...

Aug 22, 2024

Marta Louise Hinton, 62, of O'Fallon, Ill., passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, August 22, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous battle with liver cancer.

Marta was born on March 10, 1962, in Terre Haute, Ind., where she grew from a bright child who adored horses to a confident and independent young woman. She...

Aug 20, 2024

Sean Michael Miller, age 31, of O'Fallon, born January 14, 1993 in Belleville, passed away August 20, 2024 at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, Ill., following a motor vehicle accident.

Sean grew up in O'Fallon and attended OTHS, receiving an award at graduation for perfect attendance throughout his school years, from grade school through high school. He graduated from...

Aug 9, 2024

Michael Laroy Eyer, age 84, born March 14, 1940 in Olney, Ill., passed away August 9, 2024 at his home in O'Fallon, Ill.

After graduating from Richland County High School, Olney in 1958, Mike went to the University of Illinois to study engineering. Before finishing college, Mike enlisted to join the Air Force where he met his...

Aug 7, 2024

Darvin C. Huller, 88, born September 17, 1935 at home in O'Fallon, Ill., passed away Wednesday, August 7, 2024.

Before moving to Charter Senior Living of Shiloh 2 years ago, Darvin was a lifelong resident of O'Fallon. He graduated from O'Fallon Township High School and then attended Ranken Trade School to become a certified auto mechanic. He...

Aug 4, 2024

Timothy Alan Hendricks, age 62, of O'Fallon, born May 26, 1962, passed away August 4, 2024 at home, O'Fallon, Ill.

Tim grew up in O'Fallon and attended St. Clare Grade School and OTHS. He worked as an electrician and also as a freelance audio engineer in the music industry. Tim was a talented musician and played electric...

Jul 25, 2024

Flor Maria Garcia, born August 20, 1934 in Borbur, Colombia, passed away July 25, 2024 at the age of 89.

Flor Maria attended school in Colombia, South America and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Kean College in Union, N.J. She was a faithful Catholic and attended church at St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Church in...

Jul 20, 2024

Timara Lynn (nee Soehlke) McMillin – "Timi" to all who knew and loved her—passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 20, 2024 in the company of her beloved husband Brad. She was an absolute supernova who shone bright and those who knew her feel lucky to have basked in her light.

Timi was born at St. Mary's Hospital...

Jul 20, 2024

Thomas N. Wilkes, age 74, was born July 11, 1950 in Gelnhausen, West Germany. He passed away at his home in O'Fallon, Ill., on July 20, 2024.

Thomas enlisted in the United States Air Force 1970 and served for 20 years, first with the 341st Missile Wing at Malmstrom AFB, Mont., then as a plumbing technician at...

Jul 18, 2024

Our dear sister, Pamela Sue Billhartz, born on September 15, 1963, went home to be with Jesus on July 18, 2024, with her sisters by her side, following an over 2-year battle with physical and mental ailments. She will be greatly missed by her family and many friends. Pam was a devout Catholic and loved Jesus with a childlike...

Jul 9, 2024

On July 9, 2024, Raymond Anthony Gonzales passed away peacefully at home in O'Fallon, Illinois after a short battle with lung cancer. Ray was born May 30, 1952 in Colorado, where he spent his youth before enlisting in the Air Force in 1972. Ray then dedicated his entire life to service including almost 14 years in active duty as...

Jul 5, 2024

Judith Ann "Judy" Corradini, nee Nicholls, age 79, of Shiloh, Ill., born February 9, 1945 in Pequabuck, Conn., passed away July 5, 2024 at home.

She was preceded in death by her husband Richard, her parents Edna Tarnowski and Clarence Nicholls, and her brothers James and John Nicholls.

Surviving are her daughters Kimberly Corradini, Karen...

Jul 3, 2024

Lawrence Michael McGrath, age 83, of O'Fallon, Ill., formerly of Manteca, Calif., passed away July 3, 2024 at his daughter's home in O'Fallon.

Larry was born December 15, 1940 in Niagara Falls, N.Y., and grew up in northern Illinois. He enlisted in the US Marine Corps in 1960 and served as an aviation ordinance tech assigned to...

Jul 2, 2024

Our wife, mom, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Eva Macaluso, nee Wright, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2024, with her husband at her side, from complications following a stroke.

Eva, daughter of Clarence and Evelyn Wright, was born April 13, 1938, in Oil City, Pennsylvania. She spent her early years working and playing on the family fruit farm...