obituaries


Rufino J. Arbas Jr.

Rufino J. Arbas Jr.

Apr 17, 2025

Rufino J. Arbas, Jr., age 65 of Collinsville, IL, passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2025, in Tennessee while on a fishing trip doing what he loved.

He was born March 2, 1960, in Pampanga, Philippines to Rufino Sr. and Clementina C. (nee Jabier) Arbas. Rufino retired from the United States Air Force as a Lieutenant Colonel...

Jennie M. Cain

Jennie M. Cain

Apr 15, 2025

Jennie Marie Cain, age 86 of Maryville, IL, born December 14, 1938, in Somerset Township, IL, passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Meridian Village Memory Care Center in Glen Carbon, IL.

She graduated from Collinsville High School, Class of 1956. She worked for many years as a communications specialist at Scott Air Force Base before...

Helen R. Link

Helen R. Link

Apr 15, 2025

Helen Ruth Link, age 92 of Collinsville, IL, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her family.

She was born March 2, 1933, to the late Russell Owen and Noveta Marie (nee Holt) Baucom; She married Ivar Matthew Link on February 21, 1950, and he preceded her in death.

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Frank Netemeyer

Frank Netemeyer

Apr 12, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Frank G. Netemeyer, age 70 of St. Jacob, IL. He passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL.

Frank was born June 13, 1954, in Highland, IL to the late Ralph and Dolores (nee Poettker) Netemeyer. He married Cyndi (nee Soroka)...

Rev. Donald Robert Kirst

Rev. Donald Robert Kirst

Apr 6, 2025

Rev. Donald Robert Kirst, age 90 of Glen Carbon, IL, born September 24, 1934, in Ripon, WI, passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at Meridan Village in Glen Carbon.

Donald graduated from Concordia College in Milwaukee, WI in 1954 and Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, MO in 1959.  He worked as a pastor serving Lutheran churches...

Rae M. Price

Rae M. Price

Apr 5, 2025

Rae Marie Price, age 89 of Collinsville, IL, born October 6, 1935, in Collinsville, peacefully passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Meridian Village Care Center in Glen Carbon, IL.

Rae was a 1953 Collinsville High School graduate. She retired from the Illinois Education Teachers Union where she worked as a secretary. She enjoyed playing tennis,...

Robert Edwin Hulme

Robert Edwin Hulme

Apr 3, 2025

Robert "Bob' Edwin Hulme, 84, of Edwardsville passed away on April 3, 2025. He was born in Woonsocket, Rhode Island on July 28, 1940.

Bob is survived by his devoted wife, Patricia (nee Browder) Hulme; three sons, John Hulme, Peter (Kristian) Hulme and Douglas Hulme. Five grandchildren: Gabie (Andrew) Brown, Morgan and Colton Hulme, Daisy and Bobby...

Dorothy Jean Lochmann

Dorothy Jean Lochmann

Apr 1, 2025

Dorothy Jean Lochmann, age 90, of Glen Carbon, IL (formerly of Collinsville), born November 20,1934 in Collinsville, IL, passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL.

Dorothy was a 1952 graduate of Collinsville High School and a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church. She enjoyed being a homemaker and was a loving...

Jerry Davis Mentz

Jerry Davis Mentz

Apr 1, 2025

Jerry Davis Mentz, age 77, of Collinsville, IL, born November 18, 1947 in Greenwich, CT, passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL 62062.

Jerry graduated from Proviso West High School, Hillside, IL in 1965. During his time at Proviso West, he was a stand out runner in track and cross country....

James Earl Cuff

James Earl Cuff

Mar 30, 2025

James "Jim" Earl Cuff, age 98 of Collinsville, IL, born March 9, 1927 in Collinsville, IL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 30, 2025 in his home at Stillwater Senior Living in Edwardsville, IL surrounded by his loving family.

Jim's love for the game of baseball started at an early age. He played in any pickup game...

William "Bill" Rehling

William "Bill" Rehling

Mar 30, 2025

William "Bill" Robert Rehling, age 84 of St. Jacob Illinois, died peacefully at his home Sunday, March 30th, 2025, surrounded by his loving wife and family.

Bill was born on December 22, 1940, in Granite City to William and Neola Rehling (Luster).

Following the divorce of his parents, he was raised in Millstadt, Illinois by...

James Robert Fitzgerald

James Robert Fitzgerald

Mar 29, 2025

James "Jim" Robert Fitzgerald, age 69 of Maryville, IL, born June 25, 1955, in Belleville, IL, peacefully passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family.

Jim was a 1973 graduate of Althoff Catholic High School. He attained an associate degree in Law Enforcement in 1975. He retired from Alton & Southern...

Gilbert Edward Erhardt Sr.

Gilbert Edward Erhardt Sr.

Mar 27, 2025

Gilbert E. Erhardt, Sr., age of 81 from Collinsville, IL, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025 at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL 62062.

Gilbert is survived by two sons: Gilbert "Ed" E. (Tracey) Erhardt of Duluth, MN and Anthony Erhardt of Superior, WI; one daughter: Bonnie Jean Erhardt of Superior, WI; grandfather of seven: Samantha Rigotty,...

Sandra C. Phillips

Sandra C. Phillips

Mar 23, 2025

Sandra "Sandy" C. Phillips, age 77 of Edwardsville, IL, peacefully passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at Evercare at University in Edwardsville.

She was born November 22, 1947, in East St. Louis, IL to the late Walter and Delphine (nee Craft) Tutka. She graduated from St. Theresa's Academy in 1965 and work as a paralegal. She...

Robert Earl Bailey

Robert Earl Bailey

Mar 22, 2025

Robert Earl Bailey, beloved brother, father, grandfather, and uncle, age 82 of Maryville, IL, born September 28, 1942, in East St. Louis, IL, passed peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, March 22, 2025.

Robert was a retired automobile mechanic and talented handyman. He enjoyed participating in firearm competitions, feeding and watching birds, and reminiscing about his days...

James William Schapp

James William Schapp

Mar 21, 2025

James W. Schapp, loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother, age 91 of Collinsville, IL, peacefully passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

He was born November 30, 1933, in St. Louis, MO, to the late William John and Margaret Mary (nee Smith) Schapp. He attained a BA from St....

Elisabeth Anne Cochran

Elisabeth Anne Cochran

Mar 20, 2025

Elisabeth Anne Cochran, age 80 of Glen Carbon, IL, passed away on March 20, 2025 surrounded by her loving family at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO.

Elisabeth was born in Sheffield, United Kingdom to her late parents, Gordon David Hallam and Anne Aubrook (nee Steel) on November 5, 1944, in Sheffield, United Kingdom. In addition...

Stephanie Sue Bartsch

Stephanie Sue Bartsch

Mar 19, 2025

Stephanie Sue Bartsch, age 59 of Odesa, TX, formerly of Collinsville, IL, born October 29, 1965 in East St. Louis, IL, passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at her residence.

Stephanie was adopted at birth by Dr. Peter and Mrs Elizabeth Bartsch.  She attended Collinsville Unit 10 schools where she was involved in both music and...

James Vincent Caminiti

James Vincent Caminiti

Mar 18, 2025

James Vincent Caminiti, age 79 of Caseyville, IL, born July 30, 1945, in East St. Louis, IL, passed away on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

James graduated from Collinsville High School, Class of 1964. He honorably served in the United States Marines from 1965 to 1967 during Vietnam. He retired...

Norma Jean Bouse

Norma Jean Bouse

Mar 17, 2025

Norma Jean Bouse, age 94 of Collinsville, IL, peacefully passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025, at Meridian Village Memory Care in Glen Carbon, IL surrounded by her family.

She was born January 19, 1931, in East St. Louis, IL to the late Clarence and Leona (nee Bess) Meyer. She graduated from Collinsville High School, Class of...