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Local obituaries for Carlyle, New Baden, Aviston, Albers, and Breese, IL areas

Rita Ann Broeckling

Rita Ann Broeckling

Apr 25, 2024

Rita Ann Broeckling, age 95, of New Baden, passed away on April 25, 2024, at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Breese, IL. She was born on July 12, 1928, in Belleville, Illinois, the daughter of Arthur and Matilda (Rieken) Peters. She married Walter Broeckling in Mississippi on December 27, 1947, and he preceded her in death on August 9, 2002. They were...

Linda Ann Fuehne

Linda Ann Fuehne

Apr 25, 2024

Linda Ann Fuehne, 66, of Albers, died Thursday, April 25, 2024, at Barnes Jewish Hospital surrounded by family. She was born September 11, 1957, in Belleville, the daughter of Herman and Janet Rensing. She married Thomas Frank Fuehne on September 20, 1980, in New Baden, IL., and he survives in Albers.

Linda is also survived by her children, Nichole J. (Bryan)...

Michael John Hellmann

Michael John Hellmann

Apr 24, 2024

Michael John Hellmann, 69, of Trenton, died Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at Cedarhurst of Breese. He was born October 20, 1954 in Dubuque, IA, the son of James and Marlene, nee Kenkel, Hellmann. He married Monica Ann Schomaker October 6, 1984 at St. George Catholic Church in New Baden and she survives in Trenton. 

 In addition to his wife he is...

Joseph B. Loquasto

Joseph B. Loquasto

Apr 23, 2024

Joseph B. Loquasto, 60, of Breese, died Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at Memorial Hospital in Shiloh. He was born February 25, 1964, the son of Paul Loquasto and Marlene, nee Minor, Wilkerson. 

Joseph is survived by his mother, Marlene Wilkerson of Greenville; his life partner, Robin Criner of Breese, his children, Dylan (Brittany) Loquasto and Kasi Criner; his grandchildren, Koen, Maddalynn,...

Andrew J. Devine

Andrew J. Devine

Apr 22, 2024

Andrew J. Devine, 67, of Fairview Heights, died Monday, April 22, 2024 at his home. He was born December 17, 1956 in Terre Haute, IN, the son of Herman and Thelma, nee Meddows, Devine. He married Jacquita Workman December 3, 1990 in New Mexico and she preceded him in death January 26, 2023. 

 Andrew is survived by his children, Jacquita (Craig)...

Janice Frances Kolmer

Janice Frances Kolmer

Apr 21, 2024

Janice Frances Kolmer, 87, of New Baden IL, passed away peacefully Sunday, April 21, 2024, at Highland Health Care in Highland, IL.  She was born September 14, 1936 in Belleville, IL to Ruth and Edwin Logan.  She married a handsome young man, Allen Kolmer, who happened to be a patient in the hospital where she was attending nursing school.  They...

Betty Jean Hodapp

Betty Jean Hodapp

Apr 19, 2024

Betty Jean Hodapp (née Davis), 102, of Carlyle, passed away on April 19, 2024, at Aviston Countryside Manor, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 8, 1921, in Petersburg, Indiana, the daughter of Kenneth and Doris, nee Hisgen, Davis. She married Dominic L. Hodapp July 27, 1942 in Carlyle and he preceded her in death on December...

Sharol Guerin

Sharol Guerin

Apr 14, 2024

Sharol Guerin, 91, of New Baden, died Sunday, April 14, 2024 at Clinton Manor Living Center in New Baden. She was born February 7, 1933 in Mascoutah, the daughter of Clarence and Flora, nee Frerking, Dichhaut. She married Edmund R. "Ed" Guerin, Jr. on November 30, 1952 in Mascoutah and he preceded her in death on June 20, 2010. Sharol is...

John Inman Southard

John Inman Southard

Apr 11, 2024

John Inman Southard, 65, of New Baden, passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at St. Joseph Hospital in Breese, IL. He was born in Geneva, IL, on December 24, 1958, the son of Henry "Hank" and Edna, nee Fletcher, Southard. He married Nell Rose Whitecotton on August 7, 1993 in Nashville, IL and she preceded him in death on...

Patricia "Pat" Barackman

Patricia "Pat" Barackman

Apr 11, 2024

Patricia “Pat” Barackman, age 88, of Carlyle, peacefully passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at her home with her family by her side. She was born on January 12, 1936, in Wade Township, the daughter of Paul and Dorothy (nee Wiese) Junker. She married Charles Barackman on February 14, 1956, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Carlyle what was...

Robert L. Erlinger

Robert L. Erlinger

Apr 10, 2024

Robert L. Erlinger, age 95, passed away on April 10, 2024, at Carlyle Healthcare Center. He was born on July 14, 1928, in Carlyle, the son of Leo and Mary (O'Brien) Erlinger. He married Lillian Lou Moss on July 10, 1971 in Carlyle and she preceded him death on June 11, 2004.Robert was known for his love of spending quality...

Kathy F. Crocker

Kathy F. Crocker

Mar 26, 2024

Kathy F. Crocker, nee Imming, was born on November 24, 1948, in Breese, IL. She passed away on March 26, 2024, at her home in Carlyle, surrounded by her loved ones. In her journey through life, Kathy was a beacon of light to her family and friends. She married the love of her life, Alan Crocker, on June 8, 1968,...

William "Bill" Kleiboeker

William "Bill" Kleiboeker

Mar 25, 2024

William “Bill” C. Kleiboeker Sr., age 81, of Murphysboro, formerly of Hoffman,  passed away on Monday, March 25, 2024 at his home. He was born on April 1, 1942, in Chicago, IL, son of William and Marcella (Roberts) Rohn. In 1952, he was adopted by Gus and Rosina (Haake) Kleiboeker of Hoffman, IL. On February 27, 1965, he married Eileen...

Jack A. Kimball

Jack A. Kimball

Mar 23, 2024

Lt. Col. Jack A. Kimball, USAF, Ret., a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, peacefully passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at the age of 95 at his home in New Baden, surrounded by his family.Born on December 30, 1928, in Detroit, Michigan and raised in Fraser, Michigan, Mr. Kimball graduated from Fraser High School in 1947. On May 23,...

Judith "Judy" Mary Dulle

Judith "Judy" Mary Dulle

Mar 17, 2024

Judith "Judy" Mary Dulle, peacefully passed away at the age of 77 at Grandview Healthcare Center in Washington, MO on March 17, 2024. She was born on August 19, 1946, in Highland, IL, the daughter of Anthony and Marcella, nee Netemeyer, Dulle.In her professional life, Judy's commitment to healthcare management at Mercy Hospital in Washington, MO was unwavering, leaving a...

Kimberly A. Karbach

Kimberly A. Karbach

Mar 15, 2024

Kimberly A. Karbach, a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, daughter, and friend, passed away on March 15, 2024, at her home in Beckemeyer. She was born on June 25, 1959, in Breese, IL. Kimberly will always be remembered for her kind heart, her love for her family and friends.Kimberly had a passion for spending quality time with her children and...

James Michael Yeager

James Michael Yeager

Mar 8, 2024

James (Jim) Michael Yeager, 64, passed away at home on March 8, 2024, after an almost 8-year battle with stage 4 cancer.  He was born in Cape Girardeau, MO, but resided for the past 20 years in Freeburg, IL. 

Jim was a huge sports fan, loved all genres of music, was an avid wine connoisseur, and was an excellent grill master. 

He...

Ruth Ann Schauster

Ruth Ann Schauster

Feb 24, 2024

Ruth Schauster (nee Kalmer), age 74, of New Baden, passed away peacefully at home Saturday, February 24, 2024 surrounded by her supportive family. She fought off cancer like a true warrior for the past 4 ½ years. Ruth was born November 9, 1949 in Belleville, the daughter of Hubert and Henrietta (nee Rakers) Kalmer, Sr. She married Paul Schauster July...

Eugene W. Wehmeyer

Eugene W. Wehmeyer

Feb 15, 2024

Eugene W. Wehmeyer, 80, of Okawville, passed away Thursday, February 15, 2024 at Memorial Hospital in Shiloh, IL. Born on April 7, 1943, the son of Raymond and Florence, nee Steinkamp, Wehmeyer and they preceded him in death.

Beyond his professional life as a chemical applicator for Terayne, Eugene found solace and contentment in various hobbies. Woodworking allowed him to showcase...

Keith Alan Nordike

Keith Alan Nordike

Feb 14, 2024

Keith Alan Nordike, age 57, passed away on February 14, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in O'Fallon, IL. Born on August 26, 1966, in Highland, IL, Keith lived a life full of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories.

Keith was a man of many talents and interests. He had a deep passion for SxS riding. He...

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