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Don L. Wurm
Jan 4, 2025
Don L. Wurm, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away at his home in Carlyle on January 4, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on June 25, 1942, in Carlyle, the son of John "Sonny" and Hazel (Nettles) Wurm.
Throughout his impressive 32-year career at Scott Air Force Base, Don exemplified commitment and service. After retiring, he continued...
Corliss Evette Wright
Jan 1, 2025
Corliss Evette Wright, passed away peacefully at her home in New Baden on January 1, 2025, at the age of 56. Born on February 4, 1968, in Belleville, Illinois, she was the daughter of Carl and Dorothy (Sindel) Alexander, and they preceded her in death.
Corliss dedicated over 35 years of her life to her career at Walmart. She began her...
Christopher M. Sahs
Dec 25, 2024
Christopher M. Sahs, age 34, of New Baden, was born on October 25, 1990, in Hinsdale, Illinois, and passed away on December 25, 2024, in O'Fallon, Illinois. He was a beloved son, brother, and friend who brought light and joy to those around him.
Christopher possessed a vibrant personality characterized by his caring, loving, and kind nature. Always quick to lend...
Norma Jansen
Dec 21, 2024
Having led a good life, Norma J. Jansen, 89, entered into eternal rest with family at her side on December 21, 2024. She was born May 15, 1935, in Aviston, the daughter of Theodore and Catherine Richter, nee Zurliene. She married Edmund C. Jansen on June 14, 1955 at St. Dominic Catholic Church in Breese. He preceded her in death...
Larry D. Mathews
Dec 19, 2024
Larry D. Mathews, 84, formerly of New Baden, IL, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at The Villas of Holly Brook in Effingham, IL. He was born on July 18, 1940, in Mattoon, IL, the son of Paul D. and Virginia M. Mathews (nee Sanders), who predeceased him.
Larry had a distinguished career as Vice President for the Sweets...
Terry Lee Boatright
Dec 13, 2024
Terry Lee Boatright, age 72, of Carlyle, passed away on December 13, 2024, at the Carlyle Healthcare Center. Born on August 12, 1952, he was the beloved son of Darrell and Joyce (Kleber) Boatright. Terry married his cherished wife, Vicki (Maroon) Boatright, on November 2, 1979, in Carlyle; she survives him.
Terry's legacy continues with his children: Brad Boatright (Jamie), Les...
William "Bill" Thurman
Dec 10, 2024
William “Bill” D. Thurman, age 71, of Carlyle, passed away on December 10, 2024, at his home. He was born on May 22, 1953, to William R. Thurman and Bertha Mae Smith. In a heartfelt union, he married Barbara Ann Dempsey on February 12, 1979, in Central City, and she preceded him in death on September 11, 2020.
Bill is lovingly...
Jennifer Allyson Kalmer
Dec 9, 2024
Jennifer Allyson Kalmer, 53, of Aviston, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, on Monday, December 9, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on September 25, 1971, in Nuremberg, Germany, to Leonard Kalmer (Barb) and Ruth, nee Thole, Holmes (Jim) of Aviston.
In addition to her parents, Jenn is survived by her siblings:...
Rich S. Bradford
Dec 8, 2024
Rich S. Bradford, 58, of Albers, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, December 8, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 23, 1966, in Granite City, IL, the son of Howard and Alice, nee Dickinson, Bradford. He married Joanie Reinhardt September 4, 1993 at St. Bernard Church in Albers and she survives in Albers.
Rich...
James "Jim" Rakers
Dec 5, 2024
James H. "Jim" Rakers, age 89, of Aviston, passed away on December 5, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his devoted family. Born on January 12, 1935, in Aviston, Illinois, Jim was the son of Bernard and Gertrude (Hellmann) Rakers. He married the love of his life, Marilyn Richter, on October 14, 1958, who survives in Aviston.
In addition to his...
Mary Ann Hempen
Dec 1, 2024
Mary Ann Hempen, 92 of St. Rose, died Sunday, December 1, 2024 at her home. She was born October 2, 1932 in St. Rose, the daughter of Stephen and Mary, nee Tebbe, Wilke. She married Cletus Hempen on September 23, 1953 at St. Rose Church and he preceded her in death on April 2, 2017.
Mary Ann is survived by her...
Charles "Craig" Hoffman
Dec 1, 2024
Charles "Craig" Hoffman, 65, of Carlyle, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by loving family on Sunday, December 1, 2024 after fighting a courageous battle with cancer, exemplar tenacity and determination throughout his journey. He was born on February 9, 1959, in Breese, the son of Charles W. and Genevieve M, nee Mayfield, Hoffman. He married Kandy Backsmeyer May...
Sarah Ratermann
Nov 23, 2024
Sarah Ratermann, of Aviston, passed away peacefully at her residence Saturday, November 23, 2024, at the age of 75. She was born on January 21, 1949, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Richard and Margaret (nee Lambert) Berger. She married Ronald J. Ratermann October 10, 1970 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Centralia and he survives in Aviston.
Sarah dedicated many years...
Stephen A. Kolmer
Nov 20, 2024
Stephen A. Kolmer, 65, of New Baden, IL, passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2024, after a long battle with cancer. He was born March 22, 1959, in St. Louis, the son of Allen and Jan, nee Logan, Kolmer. He married Nancy Mueller on May 02, 1987, in New Baden.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his brother Jim...
Marie E. Lippert
Nov 4, 2024
Marie E. Lippert, age 69, of Hoffman, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2024, at SSM St. Mary’s Hospital in Clayton, Missouri. Born on November 14, 1954, in Centralia, IL, she was the cherished daughter of Vernon and Betty (Spenner) Lippert. A beloved figure in her family and community, Marie’s warmth and kindness touched the lives of many.
Marie is reunited...
Mary E. Craig
Oct 28, 2024
Mary Elizabeth (Adcock) Craig of Aviston, IL, passed away at Greenville Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Greenville, IL, on October 28, 2024, after a brief stay. She was the daughter of David Dewitt and Mary (File) Adcock and was born on October 26, 1935, at the family’s home in Bond County, Illinois. Mary Elizabeth spent most of her youth in Greenville,...
Leon Eugene Spangenberg
Oct 24, 2024
Leon Eugene Spangenberg, 60, of New Baden, passed away on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in O'Fallon. He was born on January 1, 1964, in Tampa, Florida, to Clarence and Elvira May(nee Tweady) Spangenberg. He married Christy Loehring February 8, 1997 in Summerfield and she survives in New Baden.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by...
Irene A. Thole
Oct 23, 2024
Irene A. Thole, 93, of Aviston, passed away peacefully on October 23 2024, at The Villas at St. James in Breese. She was born on September 1, 1931 in Damiansville, the daughter of Bernard H. and Margaret, nee Kalmer, Wiegmann. She married Alvis A.F. Thole May 8, 1956 in Damiansville and he preceded her in death on September 5, 1964.
Irene...
Toby E. Beard
Oct 16, 2024
Toby E Beard, born on January 13, 1976, to the late Wynona and Walter Beard Jr., passed away peacefully on October 16, 2024, at Greenville Nursing and Rehab in Greenville, IL.
Toby spent most of his life in Centralia, IL. In recent years, he relocated to Keyesport, IL, where he enjoyed visiting with neighbors and frequented local diners. Toby was well...
Agnes Huelsmann
Oct 7, 2024
Agnes T. (nee Fuhler) Huelsmann, 94, of Breese, IL, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2024 at Cedarhurst in Breese. She was born August 24,1930 in St. Rose, IL, a daughter of Bernard “Ben” and Rose (nee Haar) Fuhler. Agnes married Wilbert Huelsmann on September 6, 1950 at St. Rose Catholic Church in St. Rose, IL, and they shared 67...
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