Christopher Alan Shurtz
Mar 17, 2025
Christopher Alan Shurtz, age 52 of Collinsville, IL, born August 26, 1972, in Granite City, IL, passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025, at Mercy Hospital South in St. Louis, MO, surrounded by his family and friends.
Chris received his GED and worked for Dodge Moving. He later attained his CDL and became a truck driver. He...
Elbert Edward Eschman
Mar 16, 2025
Elbert "El" Edward Eschman, age 84 of Collinsville, IL, passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at La Bella of Edwardsville surrounded by his family.
He was born May 20, 1940, in Belleville, IL to the late Elbert Otto Eschman and Kathryn (nee Drysdale) Underwood. He attained a bachelor's degree in Physical Education from St. Joseph's College...
Leroy F. Adamove
Mar 15, 2025
Leroy F. Adamove, age 75 of Fairmont City, IL, born July 5, 1949, in East St. Louis, IL, passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL.
Leroy attained a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Southern Illinois University Carbondale. He retired from Terminal Railroad where he worked as a switchman. He was...
Barbara Rose Gamble
Mar 11, 2025
Barbara Rose Gamble, age 83 of Glen Carbon, IL, passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL.
She was born May 29, 1941, in St. Louis, MO to the late Armand and Carrie (nee Renfro) Kleb. She married Eugene V. Gamble, Jr., on September 29, 2001.
Barbara worked as a...
Stephen J. Truccano
Mar 7, 2025
Stephen J. Truccano, age 64 of Collinsville, IL, born October 22, 1960, in East St. Louis, IL, passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025 at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL.
Stephen was a 1978 Collinsville High School graduate. He was a member of the American Legion SAL and was an Eagle Scout. He enjoyed listening to classic...
Robert Allen Mounts
Mar 7, 2025
Robert "Bob" Allen Mounts, age 64 of Naples, FL, born January 26, 1961 in Muncie, IN passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025 at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in O'Fallon, IL.
Bob, formally of Collinsville, IL, was a 1979 graduate of Madison Heights High School in Anderson, IN. He served in the United States Navy from February 13,...
Neal C. Strebel
Mar 3, 2025
Neal C. Strebel, age 87 of Maryville, IL, born November 1, 1937, in Highland, IL, peacefully passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025, at Evelyn's House in Creve Coeur, MO.
Neal was a man full of life and had an exceeding passion as a band director and performing musician that gave him an incredibly, unique, rich life....
John P. Weber
Mar 1, 2025
John P. Weber, age 74 of Glen Carbon, IL, passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Eden Village Care Center in Glen Carbon.
He was born December 10, 1950, in St. Louis, MO, the only child, to the late Jonas Fredrick and Josephine Mary (nee McCarthy) Weber. John is survived by his former spouse Lisa E....
Dwayne Carl Chaney
Feb 28, 2025
Dwayne "Boone" Carl Chaney, age 83 of Collinsville, IL passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025, at HCA Florida Blake Hospital in Bradenton, FL.
He was born October 26, 1941, in Ridgway, IL to the late Thomas and Mary Ruth (nee Lang) Chaney. He honorably served in the United States Army Reserves. He attained a Bachelor of...
Shirley R. Knippenberg
Feb 27, 2025
Shirley Ruth Knippenberg (nee Utter), 98, asleep in Jesus on February 27, 2025. She was born August 1, 1926, in St. Louis, Missouri, the daughter of the late George P. and Adele C. (nee Lohmeyer) Utter. Her beloved brother, George A. Utter, and sister-in-law, Arline R. Utter, preceded her in death. Shirley married Arnold K. ("Knipp") Knippenberg at Hope...
Michael J. Jones
Feb 27, 2025
Michael J. Jones, age 77 of Maryville, IL, passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at La Bella of Edwardsville.
He was born August 16, 1947 in East St. Louis, IL, to the late Charles and May Anna (nee Croy) Jones. He retired from Amtrak Railroad where he worked as a carman.
He was preceded...
Nikki A. Hoskin
Feb 26, 2025
Nikki Hoskin, a cherished resident of Collinsville, IL, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 52 on February 26, 2025, at Anderson Hospital.
Born on May 1, 1972, Nikki was a warm and familiar presence in her community, known for her friendly demeanor and dedication to her work. For 20+ years, she served as an office checker...
Andrew A. Kassing
Feb 26, 2025
Andrew A. Kassing, age 23 of Edwardsville, IL, born June 23, 2001, in St. Louis, MO, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL.
Andrew attended Edwardsville High School. He was a wonderful person who enjoyed his life to the fullest. He was a proud member of Our Lord's Lutheran Church in...
Josephine Steiner
Feb 23, 2025
Josephine "Josie" Steiner, age 65 of Collinsville, IL, born January 21, 1960, in St. Louis, MO, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025 at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL.
Josie grew up in Washington Park, Il. Josie was a 1977 Collinsville High School graduate. She retired from the Collinsville Community Unit School District 10 where she had...
David L. West
Feb 23, 2025
David "Dave" L. West, age 84 of Collinsville, IL, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025.
He was born March 19, 1940 in Carnegie, PA to the late Ralph and Teresa (nee Sumney) West. He graduated from Slippery Rock State College in 1964 with a BS in Education. Following college he served in the United States Army....
Donna Jean Sorrell
Feb 21, 2025
Donna Jean Sorrell, age 66 of Troy, IL, born January 23, 1959, in Belleville, IL, peacefully passed away on Friday, February 21, 2025 with her family by her side.
Donna retired from Menard's where she was a dedicated worker since 2013. She enjoyed camping, motorcycle rides with her husband, and watching football. Most of all she loved...
Donald E. Freeman
Feb 18, 2025
Donald E. Freeman, age 82 of Caseyville, IL, born February 17, 1943 in St. Louis, MO, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at Highland Health Center.
Donald retired from Anheuser-Busch where he worked as a machinist. He also worked for Obear-Nester Glass Company. He enjoyed woodworking, fishing, hunting and gardening.
He was preceded in...
Joyce Ann Pryor
Feb 17, 2025
Joyce Ann Pryor, age 81 of Maryville, IL, born October 15, 1943, in Granite City, IL, peacefully passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025 at her residence surrounded by her family.
Joyce retired from The May Department Stores Company as a receptionist. She also worked at Hudson's Jewelers in Granite City for many years. She enjoyed spending...
Norma A. Whitworth
Feb 16, 2025
Norma A. Whitworth, 92, of Glen Carbon, IL, formerly of Springfield, IL, passed away early Sunday morning, February 16, 2025 at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL.
Norma was born in Springfield on July 27, 1932, the daughter of Joseph and Anna (Kubish) Proctor. She married Charles H. Whitworth on August 16, 1952 in Springfield. He preceded her in...
Marcella L. Lindsay
Feb 12, 2025
Marcella L. Lindsay age of 84 of Troy, IL, born February 8, 1941 in Granite City, IL, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at Cedarhurst of Granite City, IL.
Marcella was heavily involved with the Illinois 4-H University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign. She enjoyed quilting and was a member of two quilting organizations, an avid golfer, active with...
