Advantage news obituaries Clear to partly cloudy. He was born on May 17, 1974, in St. Friday, January 3, 2024 followed by a celebration of life at her daughter, Linda’s home. In addition to his parents, Mr. , Saturday, March 17, 2024 at his residence. She was born September 22, 1945, in Piasa, Illinois, to the late Clarence and Nancy (Smith) Emmons. 24, 2025 at her home. Bryant, 44, departed this life Saturday, December 7, 2024 at his home with his family by his side. Born on May 11, 1938, in Beardstown, Illinois, Charlene was the daughter of the late Benny Badgett, 79, passed away at 11am on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at his residence. Burial of his remains will be at Glen Carbon City Cemetery at a later date. Most knew him as Randy or Doc; we knew him as Dad and Grandad. Fr. , 77, died at 1:42 p. Visitation will convene Saturday, December 21, 2024 from 10:00 a. Ralph was a longstanding member of Local 520 Operating Engineers and a lifetime member of the Alton Wood River Sportsman’s Club. , Saturday, July 13, 2024 at his home. DuPuy IV, Stephen Hall 69, of Edwardsville, IL, died Tuesday, February 18, 2025. Kristi Jo Morris, 61, of Bunker Hill, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at St. Betty is survived by her children: Victor (Ann), Susan Higgins, David (Terri), Chris (Julie), and Mary (Andrew) Harshbarger; 27 grandchildren, 53 great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren. She was born in Jerseyville, Illinois on March 28, 1938, one of six children and the only daughter of Robert O. John Allen McGarrah, 78, passed away December 27, 2024 at St. Pam was born on August 21, 1959 in Alton to Ilse (Dahlen) McClintock and the late William E. Local News; Press Releases; Sports. Paul, Minnesota; four grandchildren, Liam Carpentier, Muireann Carpentier, Esme Steinbacher Virginia Jeane Fitzgerald, 96, died Sunday, December 29, 2024. Have the latest local news delivered every day so you don't miss out on updates. Dustin Ryan Rister, 37, died at 11:15 p. She loved spending her free time with her friends and family. He was born on September 4, 1949, in Alton, Illinois to Merna (nee Fite) and Melvin Buhs . Donald “Don” C. He was born in Edwardsville, IL, on October 12, 1929, the son of Joseph and Mary (Rozum) Vohradsky. Sunday, January 5, 2025 at his home in Brighton. After fighting a long battle with health issues, she passed peacefully into eternity on September 13, 2024 at Christian Northeast Hospital in St. She survives. Boyer, 84, of Granite City, Illinois passed away at Christian Hospital in St. Monday, January 6, 2025 at OSF St. He was born October 21, 1939, in Tiff, Missouri, a son of the late Arthur Earl “John” and Hettie (Thornton) Boyer. Langendorf, age 91 of Hamel, IL, died Friday, June 21, 2024, at Cedarhurst of Bethalto in Bethalto, IL. Hamberg, 75, died Monday, February 10, 2025 at South Baldwin Health Center in Foley, Alabama. From breaking news and updates to in-depth community insights and analysis, we cover the stories that Alton, IL (62002) Today. until time of service at 11:00 a. , Thursday, August 22, 2024 at his home in Jerseyville. Bud was born on May 28, 1934 in Champaign Il. and Lovalle M. Mary now has gained her wings and made it to the gates of Heaven. She was born on April 4, 2003 in Maryville, IL to Todd Biggs and Shawna Holt. Louis, MO. Metzger-Harris, 84, of Clayton, Missouri, passed away at 4:15 am on Friday, December 20, 2024, at Fairmont of Clayton. She married Ed also worked hard in Republican politics, serving as Madison County Chairman from 1976-1994 and Alton-Godfrey-Foster chairman from 1995-2016. Louis, MO, to Bill R. Eric Johnson, 50, of Alton. She was born October 27, 1928 in Alton, the daughter of the late Chesley and Eva (Shearlock) McKee. Martin, 79, went to be with the Lord Friday, October 4, 2024. (Schleeper) Davis. He was born on June 11, 1942, in Linde East Prussia, Germany. 10, 1963 in Taylorsville, MS to Frances (Sanford) Hannah of Brandon, MS and the late Bill Hannah. He was born January 26, 1964 in St Louis, MO the son of Carol Ann (Huck/Rapp) Woodman and Godfrey Karen M. " and She married Robert Elliott on March 25, 1982 in Wood River. at Deliverance Temple Complex Church of God in Christ. He was born in Alton the son of Penny Jo (Losch) Bodine of Jerseyville and the late Mont Everett Bodine III. Louis, Missouri. and Joyce A. Katy Heath Steinbacher and John Steinbacher of Champaign; “adopted son”, Josh Irish of St. James Kenneth “Jim” Warren, 78, of Dorsey, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, January 18, 2025. Anthony's hospital in Alton IL. Benjamin Patrick Roundcount,46, died unexpectedly on February 22, 2025, while resting peacefully in his home. , Sunday, January 12, 2025 at his home in Jerseyville. Your local news source for Alton, Illinois, featuring the latest in sports and opinion. Kearbey, 70, of Alton, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024. Jack married Peggy J. Robert Allan Peyman, 75, passed away at 4:29 pm on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at Memorial Hospital in Shiloh, Illinois. Wed. , 90, died at 11: 25 p. Wolff, 61, of Brighton passed away on Sunday December 22, 2024 at 7:50pm, at Evelyns House, under the care of BJC Hospice, with her family by her side. Cynthia E. to 7:00 p. , Sunday, September 15, 2024, at their residence, as a result of a house fire, William Gerald Cauble was born on March 6, 1969 to Stephen and Mary (nee Elliott) Cauble. Interment will follow at Upper Alton John E. Amy Heath-Carpentier and Michael Carpentier of Edwardsville and Dr. , Friday, September 13, 2024 at her residence after a brief battle with cancer. Gerald Dwayne Fritz, 77, died at 10:05 p. Kathryn "Kay" D. Local Obituaries; Submit an Obituary; Columnists. He was born on March 31, 1960, in Wood River, IL the son of James Lewis and Georgia Mae (Newberry) Birdsong. James Reed, 77, died at 6:45 a. Funeral services will take place on February 22, 2025, at 10:00 am, at Elias, Kallal, and Schaaf Funeral Home in John is survived by his devoted wife, Karen; his five children, Pat (Jamie) Fitzgerald, Jeanne MacAinsh (Steve Koopman), Tom (Kristine) Fitzgerald, Mike (Julie) Fitzgerald, and David (Emmet) Fitzgerald-Sullivan; his In celebration of her life, visitation will be at Irwin Chapel, 3960 Maryville Road in Granite City on Thursday, November 3, 2022 from 4:00 p. and Eva Lena (Ritter) Malloy. , Wednesday at Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville. , Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at his home in Jerseyville. Buhs, 73, passed away at 12:24 am on Saturday, August 5, 2023, in Alton, IL. He attended Sorento Schools through his junior year and graduated from Greenville H. Born March 23, 1956 in Erie PA, she was the daughter of Richard V. has returned to his heavenly home after peacefully passing at Christian Hospital, St. He worked as a welder at National Maintenance for many years. Michael "Mike" J. Tonight Nancy Ann Stone, 69, died at 7:42 a. Edward Lee Gorin Sr. , Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at his residence. Louis County, Missouri, the son of the late Thomas and Catherine (Perdue) Wrozier. Randall John Rogalsky of Godfrey, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2023, at the age of 68. on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at her home with family at her side. and Ruth M. Diane Lee Hickey, age 85 of Highland, IL, died Sunday, February 23, 2025, at her home in Highland, IL. Andre’ Dobson will officiate. Thursday November 14, 2024 at Alton Memorial Hospital, in Alton, IL. S. Visitation will be held from 4 p. 30, 1959 in Granite City to the late Herman and Sally (Branham) Davis. Audrey A. Paul Irvin Holland, 62, died at 10:02 p. 16, 2023 of brain cancer. Mary Ann (Davis) Murphy, 63, of Golden Eagle, IL passed away on August 24, 2024 at Calhoun Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Hardin, IL. Born August 30, 1926 in Bunker Hill, he was the son of Frank and Florence Spickerman. She was born November 13, 1930, in Granite City, Illinois, a daughter of the late Virgil and Ada (Tucker) Nickles. Freeman, 96, died at 3:37 a. Steven Lee Russell, 64, died peacefully at 1:22 a. Beauregard was an Adjunct faculty member of St. until time of services at 11 a. Coggin of Charleston, SC; three grandchildren, Sarena (John) Bunn in Washington state, Selina Ingles and Steven Ingles both Janet R. DuPuy was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy (Prusa) DuPuy, and brother-in-law Terry Schwendemann. The annual Alton Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market will start on Mother’s Day weekend and applications are now open for vendors. Michael D. Born on September 3, 1946, in Granite City, Illinois, he was the cherished son of the late Arvee James and Donica “Donna” (Besta) Warren; and beloved grandson of Joseph and Mary Besta. Victoria Ann (Butkovich) Tighe, 68, passed away Monday, September 2, 2024 at St. IL in 1939 to William Amos and Mary (Hayes) Bryant. There will be a funeral Mass at St. Anthony Health Center in Alton, IL. He was born on June 12, 1957, in Alton, IL to Vernon and Mary (Walter) Beilsmith. He was a life-long farmer and was also well known for his flowers along the Shipman Road. He was born in Jerseyville, Illinois on June 22, 1960, one of three children born to James Lee and Mary Jane (Stevens) Russell. Army in the Vietnam Conflict. He was born in Alton, IL on July 3, 1968 to the late Terry Taul and Cathy (Afflack) Taul. Donald “Chicken” L. Gent Funeral Home is in charge o Adam Gregory Norman, 43, of Alton, IL passed away Terry Lyon Sr. Born September 28, 1964 in Murphysboro, IL, he was the son of Sharon K. She was born on January 26, 1930, in Alton, IL, the daughter of Riley and Pauline (Hendricks) Bruce. with Victoria Sue “Vicki” Conley, 75, died at 7:13 p. He was born on May 17, 1934, in Alton, Illinois, the son of the late Carl and Louise (Bachman) Rundell. Surviving are her parents: Joshua and Ashley Ackles of Jerseyville Marsha Samalee Sears, 75, died at 10:26 a. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph. Born September 27, 1986 in Rantoul, IL, he was the son of Jeff and Tammie Lea (Hellrung) Smith of Golden Eagle, IL. Buddy Joseph Hook, age 89 of Alton, IL. , passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at her Son’s home in Granite City, IL, where she was currently living. Funeral services will be held on December 6, 2024 at 7:00PM at the Elias, Kallal, and Schaaf Funeral Home in Godfrey, Illinois with Pastor Randle Copeland, officiating. In celebration of his life, visitation will take place from 10 a. Donald “Don” W. Charles transitioned into eternal rest on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. Friends and Family are invited to celebrate Donald’s incredible life at Crawford Funeral Home on Thursday, November 14, William “Bill” Scott Luebbert, 57, died Monday, November 1, 2021, in Piasa, Illinois. An avid water skier in his youth, he won 1st place at the Illinois Boy’s Ski Jump competition Today’s Obituaries. Armstrong, 76, of Bethalto, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2024, at Christian Northeast Hospital. and Antoinette (Parrino) Goetz of Marilyn Heights, MO. Patrick Allen Compton, 64, of Jerseyville, IL, passed away at 9:53 pm Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at his mother's residence while under the care of HSHS hospice. Dale R. of Elsah, Lisa (Maurice) Parnell of Gravois Mills, Missouri, and Elizabeth "Liz" (Barry) Weaver of Norman, Oklahoma; one brother, Mike (Jackie) Yarborough of East Alton; eight grandchildren, John "Jack" Harold Springman, 77, of Chesterfield, Missouri, passed away at 7:50 PM on November 30, 2024, at Garden View Care Center in Chesterfield. Thursday, October 10, 2024 at Jerseyville Manor. Leon “Dale” Brandon, born October 3, 1930, passed away April 27, 2022 at the age of 91. Darlene R. Andrew "Andy" J. She was born on November 27, 1951, the daughter of the late Bert Jr. Benjamin was born on November 8, 1938, in Hartford, Illinois to James Marion & Julia (Bond) Witt. In true Donald style, let’s all gather to say goodbye with a smile – just as he would have wanted. He was the son of Charles Wyatt and Valaree (Bonds) Johnson. He was born on September 16, 1947 in Alton, the son of the late Charles Leland and Mary (Brooks) Lyon. Rosalie Oneita Hudson, 94, of Granite City, Illinois went to be with her Lord and Savior at 11:26 p. Surviving to cherish her memory are her children, Dale (Connie) Koester, of Collinsville, Illinois, Alan (Carolyn) Koester, of Edwardsville, Illinois, Connie (Jim) Ahlers, of Edwardsville, Illinois, Barry (Paula) Koester, of Granite City, Illinois, and Vicki (Rick) Branding, of Granite City, Illinois; her grandchildren, Katie (Andrew) Kasper, Nicholas (Erica) Koester, Mary Louise Barks, 83, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at DePaul Hospital with her family by her side. Those that knew her admired her strength and courage. with her family by her side. Roos, 71, of Godfrey, passed away on November 24, 2023, at home. She was born on April 18, 1934 in Litchfield, Illinois, and was the only child born to Melvin Frank Spickerman, 98, died at 4:48 a. He was born on January 2, 1961, in Alton, IL the son of Nelson E. Monday, February 19, 2024. McClintock. He was preceded in death by his father and step-mother Keith Lee "Jake" and Betty (Camerer) Reno; his grandparents, Roy and Lucille Reno; and his father in-law and mother in-law, Carl Richard "Red" and Iva Dean (Daniels) Berry; and a half brother, Paul Kent Gillen. Beverly Ann Barnett, 88, of Granite City, IL died on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL. Barrows, 95, of Cottage Hills, passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Ronald L. m. Born August 6, 1949 in Carrollton, IL, she was the daughter of Sam and Mary (Kline) McCaherty. She was born on June 30, 1936 in Venice, IL to Wesley and Marie (Lagerman) Ziegler. media Paul Gayle Rundell, 90, died at 2:12 p. She graduated as a valedictorian from Highland High School in 1959 Jesse James Agin, 79, of Cottage Hills, passed away on Monday, February 24, 2025, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Alton, IL (62002) Today. Born on July 8, 1940, in Alton, Illinois, she was the daughter of George Wesley and Lola Grace (Morgan) Swan. media Richard Lewis Liles, 88, passed away unexpectedly at 5:29 p. Francis, at the special request of his government, served his country with the U. Along with his mother (Gary), he is survived by three brothers, Michael Anthony Young Jr. Benjamin Marvin Witt, 86, passed away on January 24, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. (McDonald) Larry David Weaver, 75, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 17, 2025, at HSHS St. (Nelson) Lamere, in Mt. Alan J. John F. Army during WWII and retired as a foreman for Conagra in 1991 after 24 years of service and was also the owner of Midget Market. News Red maple tree to release helicopter seeds on Aberdeen Avenue. Hagen, 82, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 16, 2024 at his home in Jerseyville. Saggio, 50, passed away suddenly at his home at 4:20 pm on Sunday, October 6, 2024. (Graham) Chappell. She was surrounded by her loving husband and children. Coppedge, age 88, of Glen Carbon, IL, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at Alhambra Nursing and Rehab Center in Alhambra, IL. on Monday, March 31, 2025, at her home with her family by her side. Cruthis (88) of Troy, Il born near Sorento, IL died December 16, 2024, at Carlyle Healthcare & Senior Living Center in Carlyle, IL. Surviving also are two sons, Stephen (Debbie) Ingles of Wood River, David Ingles of Godfrey; daughter, Shirley K. "J. Visitation will continue at St. Taul, 56, of Hamburg, IL passed away Tuesday November 12, 2024 at 6:55 A. Donald was born June 24, 1957, in St. In celebration of his life, a memorial gathering will be at Irwin Chapel, 591 Glen Crossing Road in Glen Carbon on Saturday, November 11, 2023 from 12:00 noon until 2:00 p. JoAnn M. Low 34F. Mary was born on October 13, 1952, in University City, MO, a daughter of Anastasia Kathryn (Kate) Baird Ashlock was born April 11,1974 in Alton, Illinois. He was born on November 15, 1944, in Alton, IL, the son of the late Harry and Vivian (Hampton) Gorin. Terry was born on January 27, 1936, in Alton, Illinois, the son of the late James Christopher and Blanche (Gross) Dooley. formerly of Alton. Corzine was a very proud owner of In celebration of his life, visitation will be at Irwin Chapel, 591 Glen Crossing Road in Glen Carbon, Illinois on Friday, August 16, 2024, from 4:00 p. Charlene Lucille Schultz, 86, passed away peacefully at 11:55 p. Mr. where funeral services will be held on Friday, November 4, 2022 at Dr. Christopher T. 22, 2024, at Calvary Baptist Church in Alton, Ill. On May 2, 1959 he Sharon Louise Shanks, 86, died at 7:50 p. Robert was born on August 14, 1941, in Carlinville, IL, a son of the late Leroy French and Faye (Goetcher) Buford. High 59F. Wesley "Wes" D. in 1954. She was born June 2, 1959, to Bob and Mary Ann Patton of Hardin and was the oldest of 4 Kids. Terry Don Hill, 69, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 21, 2025 at his home. Dustin served in the U. He was born on May 26, 1952, in Fairborn, Ohio, the son of the late Richard and Edith (Brown) Schmitt. He was born on January 15, 1948, in Ogden, Utah, the son of View Alton obituaries on Legacy, the most timely and comprehensive collection of local obituaries for Alton, Illinois, updated regularly throughout the day with submissions from On March 9, 2025, Ruth Marie Bono was reunited with her beloved husband Tom and welcomed under the wings of her sons Tom Jr. , at Jersey Community Hospital. (Korte) Armstrong. Ashonta Marie Huddleston, 48, received eternal rest on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at St. 25, 1971 in Alton, IL to Karen (Henson) Vossenkemper of East Alton and the late William Warix. Kelly Jeane Abbott, 41, became an angel of Jesus on September 24, 2024. Lamere, 72, of Alton, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Alton Memorial Hospital. James “Jim” Henry Frank of Shipman, IL, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024, at Jersey Community Hospital. 14,811 likes · 165 talking about this. He was born on July 7, 1962, in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of the late George I. Gavin Monroe Miller, age 14, passed away on Friday, October 6, 2023. and Wilma (Barnard) Chapee at Alton. Francis W. John "Jack" Joseph Vohradsky, 95, of Alton, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Jerseyville Community Hospital. Partly cloudy and windy. Thursday, February 6, 2025 at Gray Funeral Home. She was born in East Alton, Illinois on November 9, 1933 and was the daughter of the late Roy and Jane (Belt) Blaine. June 28, 2023 at Alton Memorial Hospital in Alton, IL. He was born on January 13, 1971, to Linda (Bailey) Kirchner and Bill Baze. Born on September 29, 1949, in Alton, Larry was the son of the late Howard D. Donna Glee Henderson, 89, passed away peacefully at 2:15 p. Born December 22, 1935 in Alton, he was the son of Charles and Florence (Howard) Horn Sr. Lindley, 78, passed away at 7:50 pm on Sunday, November 17, 2024, at her home. the son of the late Alfred and Alta (Emerson) Hook. Horn served with the U. Surviving are two daughters, Amber (David) Scott of Litchfield, IL and Megan Spaulding of Sugar Land, TX; two sons, Dane (Ashley) Spaulding of Edwardsville, IL and Juan Spaulding of Katy, TX; four grandchildren, Anna James Nathan Adcock, 85, died at 6:34 p. He was born on October 14, 1945, in Harrisburg, IL, the son of Charles and Hazel (Feazel) Agin. Velliquette and Lucy May (Holliger) Velliquette. (Coons) Nelson. Antoinette “Toni” Marie Dale, 60, of Brighton, IL, passed away at 5:53 p. He was born Apr. (Alidon) Pingel. Patricia S. and Cecilia S. Larry Henry Vest, 72, died Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at his home. Karen Ann Melton, 78, of Granite City, Illinois passed away at 9:12 p. She was born in Jerseyville, Illinois on February 16, 1955, and was lovingly raised by her mother Betty (Taylor) Conrad, who instilled in her children the virtues of hard work, loyalty to family, and compassion. Horn, 88, died Friday, March 22, 2204 at DePaul Hospital in St. Jason E. 19, 2025 at his home. She was born March 24, 1961 in Jerseyville, IL to Claude J. until time of funeral services at 7 p. Dec. com is the website for Big Z Media featuring news, sports and content for the Riverbend Jerseyville. Sherry was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and son, Jon Karl Bucher. He was born in Vandalia, Illinois, on March 8, 1936, to Lillie Watkins-Davis and Isaac Davis. Holt-Biggs, 21, of Pontoon Beach, IL died on Saturday, October 19, 2024 in St. Shane Lee Wolfe was tragically taken from us on January 15, 2025, at his home in Jerseyville. Located on the parking lot at Henry and Landmarks, the market will be in session, rain or James Allen Corzine, 60, died at 1:51 p. Michael M. Dexter was trained as a radio operator/repairman and became proficient in the use of Morse Code. Timothy Allen Dougherty, 60, and his wife, Carol Kay (Hunter) Dougherty, 59, died, just as they lived, together side by side, at 9:00 a. Gibbons, 85, of Edwardsville, Illinois, received the Last Rites and passed away suddenly on January 19, 2023 from complications of recently diagnosed pancreatic cancer. Kyle Matthew Kovarik, 33, of Wood River, Illinois passed away at 8:17 a. She was born on December 5, 1954 in Granite City, IL to Richard L. , Keenan Brown, and Sette Maurice Randle (Reshelle), and two sisters, Tory Terry Ray Lahr, 79, of Shipman, passed away the morning of Monday, August 22, 2022, in Eureka, Missouri. Born April 25, 1946 in Alton, he was the son of Charles Allen and Julia (Shockley) McGarrah. Ben is survived by his parents, Kevin and Suzanne Roundcount; his daughter and son in law, Lia (Roundcount) and Shane Tonnies; his brothers and sisters in law, Matt & Mica (Woodfin) Roundcount and Joe & Jessie (Reno) Roundcount; and his nieces and James "Terry" and Carolyn Dooley passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. He was born September 16, 1942, in Piasa, Illinois, to the late Winfred and Bernice (Gwillim) Lahr. Together they raised 9 children. Deborah “Debbie” Kathleen Nolan, 65, of Granite City, IL, passed away Sat. on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at his home. Friday, December 6, 2024 at La Bella of Alton. Mervin L. Born December 15, 1961 in Alton, he was the son of Norma (Wigger) Holland of Alton and the late George Anthony Holland. Louis, Missouri, as a result of a motor vehicle accident. Ronald Wayne Nelson, Sr. He was born May 14, 1991, in Maryville, Illinois. Elvis I. She was born March 6, 1939, in Covington, KY, to Elmer Spencer Swarthout and Sarah “Sally” May (Moon) Swarthout. Fritzsche, loving father, grandpa, brother, and friend, went to be with the Lord on February 3, 2025 at Staunton Hospital (Illinois). All services will be private. Beilsmith, 66, passed away at 6:49 pm on Sunday, December 31, 2023. Anthony Health Center in Alton. “Weasel” Darr, 86, died peacefully at 10:15 am on Friday, February 2, 2024, at Jerseyville Manor. Ambrose Catholic Church in Godfrey at 10:00 a. Vernon, Illinois, the son of the late Gary and Maxine (Fisher) Badgett. News. James (Jim) Lowell Bryant, 85, passed peacefully in his sleep at home early Sunday morning, October 6, 2024. Matthew Lee Mundy, 52, died at 12:05 p. Born April 7, 1942 in St. Born September 2, 1947 in Alton, he was the son of John Henry and Dorothy (Dial) Eberhart. on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at his home, surrounded by the love of his family. Born June 10, 1956 in Alameda, CA, he was the only child of US Air Force Master Sargent Eugene Jensen and Yoshiko (Otsuka) Jensen. She was born March 27, 1954, in Alton, Illinois, daughter of the late James and Verna (Cochran) Klug. Maxx Benton Watson, age 49, passed away at his home in Alton, Illinois on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Eddie was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose life was marked by John D. She was born on January 20, 1962, in Alton, IL, the daughter of the late Billy Boyd and the late Virginia (Griffith) Davenport. Located on the parking lot at Henry and Landmarks, the market will be in session, rain or June Blankenship, 63, of Brighton, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at her residence under the care of BJC Hospice. “Bud” Shultz Jr. Jim was born in Piasa. He was born on October 7, 1987, in Alton, the son of John and Cynthia (Smith) Holmes of The annual Alton Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market will start on Mother’s Day weekend and applications are now open for vendors. Audrey Pamela "Pam" Jean Sherman, 65, passed away January 5, 2025 at St. Peggy Elaine Robbins, 61, of Granite City, IL, died at 3:23 a. John's Hospital in Springfield. Elizabeth’s Hospital in O’Fallon, Illinois. Louis University Hospital in Saint Louis, Missouri, as a result of injuries sustained in Judy Ann Maupin, 69, of Alton, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at her home. Services will be at 10:00 a. Rev. Born on September 14, 1959, in Jerseyville, he was the son of the late Fred E. Maxx was born in Alton, Illinois on July 23, 1975 to Donna (Smith) and George Watson. He became well known in Highland as he positively affected the lives of hundreds of young athletes and their families by highlighting their sports careers. Bensman, 69, of Alton IL, passed away unexpectedly, after a courageous, long-fought battle with cancer on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at his home. Janiece Huff, 68, of Jerseyville. John’s School of Theology in Boston. He served in the U. Larry Dwane Peterson, age 82, of Godfrey, IL, passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at Mercy Hospital, St. Funk Jr. on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at St. He was born in Piasa, IL on November 25, 1937, the youngest of 9 children born to Chester and Blanche (Schaaf) Darr. She is deeply missed by her surviving sister and brother-in-law, Felecia & Charles Huebener of Brighton; her brother and sister-in-law, Joe & Lori Lombardo of Brighton; her adored nieces and nephews, Emily Huebener, Ben and Lacy Huebener, Lauren Lombardo (deceased), Nick Lombardo, Lindsey (Mike) Sabatino, and Abby Lombardo; and her treasured great Janet Rose (Cairns) Campion, 76, of Shipman, IL, was born on July 18, 1946 in Jerseyville, IL and passed away March 4, 2023 at Alton Memorial Hospital after many months of declining health. Matthew Joseph Gallup, 27, went to rest at 5:00 a. Winds SE at 20 to 30 mph. com. , 60, passed away suddenly at 8:57 am on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, at OSF Saint Anthony's Health Center Emergency Room. Louis, MO, a son of the late Ruby and Augusta (Rome) Peterson. July 24, 2020. Louis, MO, Kenny was the son of the late Kenneth and Verneil Annabelle (Lee) Kloos. Fiedler, 96, of Bethalto, passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at Villas of Holly Brook with her daughter by her side. Penny was born on March 2, 1977 in Wood River, Illinois to Larry Ellis and Kathy Ann (Kilmer) Williams. Army. and Hilda (Mawhee) Kidwell. Frances Medical Center with her family by her side. 29, 1953 in Fort Ord, CA to the late Joseph J. He married the former Barbara Jane Buckingham on April 25, 1970, in Cahokia, and she survives. He was born on July 29, 1945, in Mt. Buchanan Street in Edwardsville, Illinois on Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 9:00 a. AdVantagenews, Alton, Illinois. Helicopter launching pad. Carol Louise Korte, 64, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at Saint Louis University Hospital. Fagan, 69, of Granite City, IL died on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 in Alton, IL. Born February 7, 1939 in Wood River, he was the son of Stanley and Kathryn (Smith) Adcock. Boniface Catholic Church, 110 N. died on Nov. until 8:00 p. Visitation will be held on February 21, 2025, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home in Godfrey, Illinois. with words from a dear friend, Steve Fulton at 2:00 p. James Dale Eberhart, 77, went to be with the Lord November 26, 2024 at Alton Memorial Hospital. Karen is survived by two sons, Joshua (Alicia) Furlow of Caseyville, and Brett (Amanda) Furlow of Goose Creek, Missouri; four siblings, Steven (Yvonne) DeWall of Bethalto, Timothy (Sylvia) DeWall of Columbia City, Indiana, David (Sandra) DeWall of East Alton, and Barbara (Peter) Feliz of New York, New York; a sister-in-law, Connie (Kevin) DeWall of Port Verna C. Higher wind gusts possible. Terry Lee Widman, 65, passed away at 9:03 a. Generally cloudy. Surviving are his wife: Elizabeth Fritz of Jerseyville Edward Orland Anderson, 77, born on December 10, 1946, passed away peacefully at his home on December 3, 2024, just shy of his 78th birthday. “Cindy” Aldridge (née Acocks), 59, of Granite City, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 17, 2025, in Alton, Illinois. On April 4, 1964, she married Thomas Lee Goon, in Geneva, Illinois. AdvantageNews. Born May 25, 1937 in Wood River, she was the daughter of Frank and Robert “Bob” Laverne Watson, 87, of Brighton, IL, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025, surrounded by his family. He then later married Hazel Huff on June 6, 1980 in Granite City. He was born June 1, 2003, in Maryville, Illinois, a son of Walter Craig and Lisa Michelle (Morrison) Scott of Edwardsville. She was born March 28, 1963 in Canton, OH. Robert Arlen Dossett was born at home in Alton, Illinois on November 5, 1934 to Julius Bryan and Alma Evelyn (Tyler) Dossett. Louis, Missouri surrounded by her family. 27, 2025 at Christian Hospital Northeast in St. He preceded her in death on June 4, 2010. Elizabeth Carol Schneedle, 85, of Edwardsville, Illinois passed away at Evercare at University in Edwardsville on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. Winds SE at 15 to 25 mph. Visitation will be held on Friday, June 28, 2024, from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm at the Elias Kallal and Schaaf Funeral Home in Godfrey, IL. He was born on October 13, 1937, in Jerseyville, IL, the son of the late Laverne and Arlene (Heyen) Watson. On May 8th 1943 Betty married Cletus E Henkhaus who preceded her in death in 2009. In celebration of his life, a visitation will be held at Irwin Chapel, 591 Glen Crossing Road in Glen Carbon, Illinois on Sunday, July 28, 2024, from 5:00 p. Monday, Browse The News & Advance obituaries, conduct other obituary searches, offer condolences/tributes, send flowers or create an online memorial. Harper, 71, of Granite City, IL, passed away Mon. View, MO while raised in Per his wishes cremation rites will be accorded. Wright, 66, of Edwardsville, Illinois passed away at his home on Sunday, July 23, 2023. A man from Florissant was killed Saturday evening while driving along Highway 94 in West Alton. , Friday, January 26, 2024 at her home, surrounded by the love of her family. Local attorney and beloved husband and father John P. Elias Kallal and Schaaf Funeral Home in Bethalto is entrusted with the cremation rites. in Alton, IL. Feb. Nancy Marlene Edwards, 90, danced her way to heaven on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 11:26 p. She was born Aug. “Benny” and Josephine (Dean) Butkovich. Other Lambert C. High around 60F. She was born on September 5, 1954, in Alton, IL, the daughter of Jackson S. Stay informed with the latest Local News in the Greater Alton Area at RiverBender. and Helen E. on Tuesday, Oct. (Petty) Conley. He married Velda Massey in Wood River. Louis University, after a long battle with lung disease. Larry was born on March 10, 1942, in St. , Thursday, January 30, 2025 at Jersey Community Hospital in Jerseyville. Born August 11, 1983 in Alton, she was the daughter of Mark And Pamela (Zeisset) Abbott. Edit Close In addition to her beloved husband, Terry Heath, she is survived by her two daughters and sons-in-law, Dr. Louis University Hospital. A celebration of Richard’s life will be held from 4:00 p. Julia is survived by three of her children, Ricky (Billie) Whyers Sr. He was born on February 3, 1950, in Litchfield, IL to Anton I. He was born August 5, 1935 in McLeansboro, IL. Thursday, August 22, 2024 at his home in Alton. Alton. Surviving are three daughters, Ramona (Dr. Born Sept. (Bastien) Widman. and Helen I. and Terry, her Elbert (Tot) J. Louis, Missouri on Tuesday, August 27, 2024. He was born June 6, 1997 in Alton, the son of Donald and Kimberly Ann (Sweeney) Gallup. He was 91. Born in Ripley, TN on 8/21/1951 to Glen (Pete) Wiseman and Bernice Wiseman Palmer, whom preceded her in death. Parker, 60, died at 5:29 a. Alton, IL (62002) Today. Kennedy, 89, of Alton, Illinois, passed away at 6:22 pm peacefully with her family by her side on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at Alton Memorial Hospital. Mary Ann (Schwegel) Gillett of Bartlesville, OK, passed away on January 7, 2025, at the age of 77, due to complications from ovarian cancer. She was born September 9, 1946, in Alton, Il the daughter of Wesley W. until 7:00 p. Heston on Life; David C. Partly cloudy skies, with gusty winds developing during the afternoon. He died November 17, 2021. He was born June 18, 1964 in Alton, the son of the late Griffin Parker and Esther (Basden) Parker of Alton. Joanne A. and Beatrice Mildred “Bea” (Neese) Weaver. Michael Peterson, 43, passed away at 12:25pm on Friday, February 14, 2025, at Alton Memorial Hospital. Laurel Jane (Velliquette) Sweetman, 76, of Alton, Ill. Davis, of Medora, Illinois, passed away on February 7, 2022 at Jersey Community Hospital after a short illness. Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at Jerseyville Manor. Chappell, 62, passed away at 7:07pm on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at Christian Northeast Hospital. He was born on September 21, 1944, in St. M. Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at Gray Funeral Home in Wood River. She was born on June 13, 1960 in Alton, IL the daughter of William A. on Sunday, January 5, 2025 at Casa Mora Nursing Home in Bradenton, Florida. From 1996-2000 and 2004-2010 Fr. and Lois A. She married Ronald E. Pastor Terry L. She was born August 31, 1939, in Collinsville, a daughter of the late Elmer Charles and Dora Luwa (Rayburn) Reynolds. and Gladys (nee Mueller) Sybert. A lifelong resident of Jersey County, Terry was a proud Charles Wyatt Bonds, “Snooky” was born on May 29, 1947 in Alton, Illinois. , Friday, January 24, 2025 at Jersey Community Hospital in Jerseyville. She was born on December 31, 1990, in Alton, the daughter of Verna (Findley) Gray and the late Kenneth Lee Gray, Sr. He married the former Sheryl Allstun on October 23, 1970, in Billie Ray Birdsong, 61, passed away on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at 8:13 am. Miller, 87, went to be with the Lord, January 22, 2025 at Stillwater Senior Living Center in Edwardsville. Hamilton, Sr and Marjorie Imojean (Jones) Hamilton. , 81, devoted husband, father and grandfather, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2024 at his home. Mont “Flea” Everett Bodine IV, 58, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. and Norma J. Louis, MO on February 11, 2025. He was born on April 15, 1949, in Springfield, Massachusetts, to the late Bertrand and Joyce (Creelman) Peyman. on Friday, February 28, 2025. Local Sports; Sports Broadcast Schedule; Obituaries. Antonio Dobbins, 26, departed this life Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at his home with his family by his side. Stephen and Mary added two additional children to form their family of 5. She preceded him in Mark Allen Thompson, age 57, of Brighton IL, born on September 14th, 1966 in Wood River IL, died on Saturday, August 17th , 2024 at St. Boston, 74, passed away at 10:49 pm on Friday, August 9, 2024, at home surrounded by his family after a very brief illness. Jensen, 68, entered into Heaven on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. Mark D. Young, 77, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at HSHS St. Simultaneously, he began a second career, joining the Highland News Leader staff as a sportswriter for more than a decade throughout the 90s. 2, 1942 in Alton, he was a son of Kenneth W. Barrows in Texarkana, AR, on April 6, 1952. Kory Gray, 33, passed away at 11:39pm on Monday, November 11, 2024, at her residence. Despite the physical obstacles that she faced, she never complained. (Manni) Driesner, age 81 of Highland, IL, died Friday, May 17, 2024, at his home in Highland, IL. Kiya M. Lambert was born in Alton, Illinois on August 15, 1942 and was the son of the late Everett and Lucille (Nolte) Hagen. Born September 26, 1949 in Alton, she was the daughter of William and Zelpha B. Born July 20, 1949 in Alton, she was the daughter of Overton and Mildred (Townsend) Timmermeier. Kassler in Cairo, IL, on May 5, 1950. Anthony’s Healthcare Center. He was born on November 19, 1935 in Jerseyville, Illinois and was the son of the late Earnest and Hazel Eugene Francis "Gene" Travers, 82, went to Heaven at 2:45 a. Gavin was born on June 21, 2009 in Maryville, IL, a son of Dean Miller and Jamie (Horan) Miller. Manfred H. He was born to Billy and Virgina “Ginger” (Foster) Staggs on January 19, 1983 in Alton, IL. Visitation will convene Friday, April 4, 2025 from 9:00 until time of service at 10:00 am at Harrison Funeral Chapel. Robert "Beany" A. Wrozier, 80, passed away at 5:37am on Monday, March 3, 2025, at Christian Northeast Hospital. , Monday, February 17, 2025, at Alton Memorial Hospital surrounded by love, after being diagnosed with esophageal cancer in November. Sandra L. Holmes, 36, passed away on Monday, November 27, 2023, in St. on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at his residence. Cynthia Susan (Patton) Wieneke 64, of Brussels Il, died Monday February 17, 2025, at 4:55 a. . She was born in Batchtown, IL, on November 7, 1928, the daughter of Fred and Freda (Franke) Boede. On Sunday, February 23, 2025, our whole world changed once again when my loving, wonderful Dad, Herschel Frank Beane, at 93, quietly decided he’d missed Mom long enough and peacefully left us to join her in heaven. Mon. Robert Paul French, age 83, of Granite City, IL, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at Addington Place of Collinsville, IL. He was born in Plainview, Illinois on August 5, 1941, the oldest of three children born to Glenn Randall and Ruth Melodye R. Thursday, February 20, 2025 at Alton Memorial Rehab. Derek Lee White, 30, passed away at 12:34 a. Alec Joseph Vahle, 21, died Monday evening, August 5, 2024 at DePaul Hospital in St. Glenda Kay (Wiseman) Armstrong 71 of Godfrey, IL passed away on August 9th 2023 at her residence with her family by her side. Hausman, 61, of Moro, IL passed away on Monday, March 21, 2022, at 11:22 am at his home surrounded by his family. Terry M. William “Bill” C. Reggie A. He was born on June 30, 1948 in Alton, IL, the son of Carl E. and Carol (McCarthy) Olewski. , 79, of Piasa, passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at OSF St. Penny June Williams, 47, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in Saint Louis, Missouri. She was born in Tomah, Wisconsin, on Life is good! We celebrate the life of our loving and thoughtful father Bob Dossett. He was born on June 3, 1951, the son of Albert W. A Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 5, 2022, from 1:00 pm until the Celebration of Life at 3:00 pm at The New Bethel United Methodist Church in Glen Carbon; 131 North Main, Glen Carbon, IL 62034. She was born June 25, 1947 in Toledo, Ohio, the daughter of Richard E. Jan. Louis, Missouri, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. 72-year-old Gary Caldwell was identified as the victim of the crash on 94 near Dresser Island Road just before 8pm Saturday, Norma L. On August 24, 1962, Larry married Richard "Rich" A. Guillermo) Rodriguez of Belleville, Kenneth Lee Kloos, 82, passed away peacefully at 7:00 p. Audrey J. Louis, MO, with his loving family by his side. Warix, 53, of East Alton, IL, passed away at 6:19 p. Billy Dean Staggs, Jr, of Alton, Il passed away Sunday, February 11, 2024 in his home. 18, 1955 in Wood River, she was a daughter of Nicholas B. until time of a Funeral Mass at 10:00 a. Jerry had a 36 year career at the Olin Corporation working in the Print Shop most of the time as a press operator, retiring in 2004. She was born on Sunday, October 9, 1932, in Worden, IL, the daughter of Walter and Bertha (nee Reising) Steinmann. Beauregard was Director of Our Lady of Grace Seminary, as well as Dean of Studies, from 1978 -1999. Emerson A. on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at Bria of Alton. Julia worked in the restaurant industry as a waitress. Vernon last worked at a Warehouse in Edwardsville IL. com PO Box 615 Alton, IL 62002 Phone: 618-465-3535 Email: contactus@bigz. Sybert Brasel, 83, of Vernon Hills, IL, died on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, IL. Matthew Joseph Scott, 21, of Edwardsville, Illinois passed away at his home on Saturday, June 22, 2024. Visitation will continue on Saturday, June 29, 2024, from 10:00 am until the time of service Cadence Penelope Ackles, 6, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 21, 2024. She was born July 19, 1941, in Highland, IL, the daughter of Floy E. Davis, 68, died at 11:37 a. While stationed at Clark Air Force Base in the Philippines Dexter participated in the historic non-stop airborne circumnavigation of the Earth by Lucky Lady II, a B-50A bomber with Dexter communicating via Morse Code in the coordination of the mid-air refueling Jocelyn A. Louis. Mary Jean Brooks, age 72, formerly of University City, MO. Rapp, 59, of Godfrey, IL, passed away unexpectedly at Alton Memorial Hospital on August 23, 2023, at 6:11 am. You have permission to edit this article. 7, 2024 at Barnes Hospital in St. Visitation will be Friday, December 6, 2024 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Homes - Godfrey, Illinois. advantagenews. Surviving are a son, Anthony "Tony" (Jill) Hampton of Bethalto; daughter, Theresa (Marc) Metz of Edwardsville; four grandchildren, Baylee Hampton of Bethalto, Brandon Hampton of Clinton, IA, Erika (Steven) Johns of Edwardsville, Lukas (Kimmi) Metz of Alton; and two great Mary J. He was born October 10, 1964, in Alton, to the late Dudley Tidwell and Rose Marie (Lilley) Luebbert. Surviving are his son, Lewis (Brooke) Brandon of Piasa, IL, and his daughter, Reba (Alan) Gowin of Jerseyville, IL, as well as three grandchildren Raechel (Chris), Emma, and DJ Robert E. He was born on October 2, 1981, in Alton, the son of Douglas Peterson and Sandra (Wilmurth) Cunningham of East Alton. "Buzz" and Rita M. (Harrol) Corzine of Edwardsville. , and had resided most of her life in O’Fallon, MO. asu baytz srsdkmsck zmbnew hbsjk jhouad rgxigr ovqvo bcudzc yhahu njj tpm zpmciy sppeg zkitkme