Jun 19, 2026

Ralph Hustedde, 76, of Germantown, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 19, 2026, at Carlyle Healthcare Center. He was born on April 16, 1950, in Breese, the son of the late Gerhard and Alvina, nee Becker, Hustedde.

Ralph’s contributions extended beyond his professional life; he faithfully served our nation as a member of the US Army during the Vietnam era, demonstrating...

Jun 15, 2026

Patricia "Patty" Wolkowicz, age 75, formerly of New Baden, peacefully passed away on June 15, 2026, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville. Born on March 19, 1951, in St. Louis, MO, she was the beloved daughter of Hardigrew Charles and Elizabeth Roberta "Bert" Bridger.

Patty was united in marriage to Peter John "PJ" Wolkowicz on November 30, 1985, in New Baden, and...

Jun 20, 2026

Floyd Arlo Ashdown, 84, of Albers, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Carlyle Healthcare Center. He was born on August 10, 1941, in Moline, Illinois, the son of Lester and Frances (née Floyd) Ashdown. On October 29, 1965, he married Margaret “Peg” Belcher in Denver, Colorado, and together they shared more than 60 years of marriage.

After...

Jun 19, 2026

Mark William Burnett, 59, of Carterville, passed away Friday, June 19, 2026, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO. He was born on March 20, 1967, the son of William Dean and Edna, nee Short, Burnett. He married Cindy Clark on July 11, 1998, in Branson, MO, and she survives in Carterville.

Mark is survived by his wife, Cindy; his mother,...

Jun 19, 2026

David John Broeckling, 74, of Germantown, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 19, 2026, at St. Joseph Hospital in Breese, Illinois. He was born on January 27, 1952, in Breese, the son of Edward Henry and Henrietta, nee Seelhoefer, Broeckling. He married Florence Leona "Suz" Albers on April 2, 1976 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Germantown and she survives...

Jun 14, 2026

Jun 8, 2026

Agnes G. White, age 84, formerly of Hoffman, IL, died at Evercare of Breese on June 8, 2026. Agnes was born December 30, 1941, daughter of Alfred G. and Catherine T. (Walker) Schneider on the family farm north of Vergennes IL. She married John H. White on Sept. 9, 1978, and he preceded her in death March 21, 1999.

She is...

Jun 2, 2026

Charles "Chuck" R. Morris known to friends as Harley Charlie, 69, of New Baden, passed away peacefully on Tuesday June 2, 2026, at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in Shiloh. He was born on June 12, 1956, in East St. Louis, IL, the son of John Morris and Romelda "Ronnie" Morris nee Grosenheider. He married Margaret "Peggie" Hubert on May 9, 1981...

May 30, 2026

Brenda Lee Linthicum, née Kreke, passed away on May 30, 2026, at the age of 68. Born on August 2, 1957, in Breese, Illinois, Brenda lived a life centered on faith, family, service, and unconditional love.

Brenda married the love of her life, Jerry Linthicum, on April 15, 1978. Together, they recently celebrated 48 years of marriage, though their love story...

May 18, 2026

Gary D. Lowe, age 81, of Carlyle, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 18, 2026, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Breese. Born on March 20, 1945, in Carlyle to Henry and Amelia (Lee) Lowe.

On June 27, 1969, he married Bernadette "Bernie" Szczeblewski at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Beckemeyer. They shared many years of companionship and true love until...

May 16, 2026

Valerie Lynee Hupfer (Mosconi), whose life was a testament to generosity, kindness, and unwavering compassion, peacefully passed away on May 16, 2026, in New Baden, Illinois. Born on August 27, 1970, in St. Louis, Valerie brought light and laughter to everyone she encountered, carrying an amazing sense of humor and a heart full of warmth. She found her true love...

May 13, 2026

Bernard "Bummy" G. Lowe, aged 82, of Carlyle, passed away at his home on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Born on October 30, 1943, he was the son of Henry and Amelia (Lee) Lowe.

Bernard is lovingly remembered by his brother Gary Lowe, sister Ruth Ann Hopper, and numerous nieces and nephews including Diane (Leo) LaRose, Brian (Connie) Lowe, Gene (Kris) "Spook"...

May 8, 2026

Katherine I. Haynes-Cameron, 34, of New Baden, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2026, at her home. She was born on June 16, 1991, in Breese, the daughter of Penny and Wanda, nee Hensley, Haynes. She married Kyle Cameron in September 2020 in New Baden and he survives in New Baden.

Katherine was an active and beloved member of the 1st...

May 6, 2026

Dawn O. Luttrull, 64, of Mascoutah, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at her home. She was born April 16, 1962 in Belleville, the daughter of Richard and Jean, nee Manwaring, Sinkler. She married Ricky Luttrull August 16, 2019 in St. Clair County and he survives in Mascoutah.

In addition to her husband, Dawn is survived by her son, Micheal...

May 4, 2026

Donald B. Fuhler, 87, of New Baden, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 4, 2026, at Carlyle Healthcare Center in Carlyle. He was born on January 16, 1939, in Aviston,  the son of Herman and Bertha, nee Stoff, Fuhler. He married Jane E. Netemeyer at St. George Catholic Church in New Baden in 1966 and she survives in New Baden.

Donald...

May 2, 2026

Charles Franklin Taylor, 87, of Damiansville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at St. Joseph Hospital in Breese. He was born on March 10, 1939, in Kennett, MO, the son of Lee Thomas and Hazel Agnes, nee McElyea, Taylor. He married Mary Hahn on December 4, 1959 at Memphis, Tennessee and she preceded him in death on February...

May 1, 2026

Edna M. Southard, 94, of New Baden, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2026, at Bria of Columbia. She was born on January 11, 1932, in West Frankfort, Illinois, the daughter of John and Lida, nee Ozee, Fletcher. She married Henry O. Southard, Jr. in Piggott, Arkansas in 1949 and he preceded her in death on October 8, 1977.

Edna’s journey...

Apr 29, 2026

Ann Marie Stidham, 81, of Damiansville, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. She was born July 23, 1944 in Brownsville, PA, the daughter of William Henry and Anna Marcella, nee Morosky, Griffin. She married Douglas C. Stidham, Sr. on May 23, 1964 and he preceded her in death on December 23, 2022.

Ann is survived by...

Apr 27, 2026

Julia “Jupie” A. Gonzalez, age 68, of Beckemeyer, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 27, 2026, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Breese. Born on February 11, 1958, in Breese, she was the beloved daughter of Joaquin “Jack” and Lorraine (Vahlkamp) Gonzalez.

Jupie is lovingly remembered by her siblings: Jack (Linda) Gonzalez, Mary (Steve) Kelso, Joe Gonzalez, Ben (Jan) Gonzalez, and Chris...

Apr 22, 2026

James "Jim" A. Nehrt, age 82, of Carlyle, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Aviston Countryside Manor following a long and courageous battle with Parkinson's Disease. Born on January 17, 1944, in Breese, Illinois, he was the beloved son of Elmer and Anna (Hermsmeyer) Nehrt.

On October 8, 1966, Jim married his devoted wife, Rosalyn "Rosie" Kueper, with...