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

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...

Donald Robert Thole

Donald Robert Thole

Feb 5, 2024

Donald Robert Thole, 63, of Pocahontas, passed away on Monday, February 5, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at Kindred Hospital in St. Louis, MO. He was born on July 14, 1960, in Breese, the son of Alvis A.F. Thole and Irene (nee Wiegman) Thole.

Donald was known for his dedication to his craft as a Union Carpenter. With his unwavering...

James G. Kaulig

James G. Kaulig

Jan 29, 2024

James G. Kaulig, age 95, of Breese, passed away on Monday, January 29, 2024 at Cedarhurst Living Center in Breese. He was born in Breese on August 21, 1928, the beloved son of Joseph and Ida (Neumann) Kaulig.

James is survived by two sisters: Betty Jones of Trenton and Rita Bible of South Carolina; nieces and nephews: Tom Meyer of Nashville,...

Duane R. Allen

Duane R. Allen

Jan 27, 2024

Duane Ray Allen, age 62 of Carlyle, passed away on January 27, 2024, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Breese, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 27, 1961, in Breese, IL, the son of Larry and Mildred (Meskil) Allen.

Duane was a dedicated and skilled construction business owner who had a true passion for building homes. In his...

Dale L. Pulver

Dale L. Pulver

Jan 24, 2024

Dale L. Pulver

August 8, 1959 - January 24, 2024

Dale L. Pulver, age 64, beloved member of the Beckemeyer community, passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at St. Louis University Hospital. He was born on August 8, 1959, in Breese, IL to Vera Pulver and the late Lloyd Pulver. Dale worked at Casey's General Store in Beckemeyer where he met...

Nancy Kay Clark

Nancy Kay Clark

Jan 22, 2024

Nancy Kay Clark, age 56, of Carlyle, passed away on January 22, 2024, at her home in Carlyle, IL. She was born on December 27, 1967, in Highland, IL to her loving parents William Lee and Betty Katherine Clark.

Nancy had a career that spanned several establishments. She worked as a clerk at Shell Stores and Jumpin Jimmy's. Her dedication and...

Jessica E. Page

Jessica E. Page

Jan 19, 2024

Jessica E. Page, age 34, passed away on January 19, 2024, at St. Louis University Hospital in St. Louis, MO. She was born on January 29, 1989, in Belleville, IL to Mike and Tanya, nee Page, Powell. Jessica's untimely departure has left her family and friends devastated, as they mourn the loss of an extraordinary individual.

Jessica had a passion for...

Nick "Fly" Fischer

Nick "Fly" Fischer

Jan 17, 2024

Nicholas “Fly” Fischer, of Collinsville, left this world on January 17, 2024.

Nick had a huge heart and an even huger shoe collection. It didn’t matter if you called him Fisch, Nick Swisher, Snicky, or Fly, he had your back. Even if you didn’t have his. He was funny, sweet, and generous even when he had nothing to give. He’d roll in...

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