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Recent Obituaries in Alton, IL
Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Alton, IL area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.
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Adam Jeffrey Tinker
Nov 4, 2026
Adam Jeffrey Tinker, age 48, of Alton, Illinois, passed away on November 4, 2026, at Alton Memorial Hospital.
He was born on December 23, 1977 in Alton, Illinois to Jeffrey Lee Tinker and Clara Renee (Miller) Tinker.
Adam is survived by 2 sons; Alexander (Savannaha Twente) Tinker, Ethan Kennedy, 2 daughters; Hannah Forgy and Adalynn Kennedy, 2 grandchildren; Arlo Tinker and Xander...
Kathryn "KT" Toy McCadden
Nov 4, 2026
Kathryn "KT" Toy McCadden, age 75, passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, in Jerseyville, Illinois.
She was born on March 31, 1951, in Carrollton, Illinois to Norman and Beatrice McCadden.
KT was a member of the Church of Christ in Godfrey, Illinois.
She is survived by son; Chance (Crystal) McCadden of East Alton, Illinois, sisters; Marilou (Terry) Eldridge of Godfrey, Illinois and...
Harley D Norby
Nov 2, 2026
Harley D. Norby, 90, died at 3:34 p.m. Monday, November 2, 2026 at Laurel Meadows in Saint Charles, Mo. Born July 18, 1936 in LaCrosse, Wisconsin, he was the son of Harold and Jennie (Larson) Norby. On May 30, 1958 he married Effie “Faye” Parker, she preceded him in death on February 25, 2023. Mr. Norby is survived by a...
Alice Seise-Eden
Oct 30, 2026
Alice Victoria Seise-Eden passed away peacefully to eternal life on October 30, 2026. She was born on November 16, 1943, to Benigo and Agripina Seise in Panama, South America.
In 1977, Alice married the love of her life, Darrell Eden. Throughout their marriage, they shared a love of travel. Together they were avid baseball and tennis fans.
In keeping with family wishes,...
Robert Lee "Bob" Handling
Oct 30, 2026
Robert Lee “Bob” Handling, 84, of Brighton, Illinois, passed away on October 30, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories, love, and laughter.
A proud veteran of the United States Navy, Bob carried with him a deep sense of pride in serving his country. He valued the friendships and camaraderie of his fellow veterans and especially enjoyed spending time at...
Rohland H Pruetzel
Oct 29, 2026
Rohland H. Pruetzel, 87 of Alton, passed away peacefully Thursday, October 29, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by his family.
Born on April 5, 1939, in Belleville, IL, the son of Rohland F. and Irene (Hettenhausen) Pruetzel. On his birthday in 1974, he married Susan J. Henesey in Green Acres, Florida.
Rohland began a long and distinguished career in carpentry as a...
Thomas Eugene Davidage
Oct 25, 2026
Thomas Eugene Davidage, age 86, of Worden, IL passed away on Sunday October 25, 2026.
He was born on December 10, 1939, in Springfield, IL to Richard Aurther Davidage and Mercedes Julia (Knox) Davidage. He grew up in Springfield, IL with his two older brothers, Richard (Red) B. (Evelyn) Davidage and Loren K. Florence) Davidage.
Tom graduated from Feitshans High School, Springfield,...
Marsha Kaye Bordeaux
Oct 25, 2026
Marsha Kaye Bordeaux, age 78, of Godfrey, Illinois passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at her residence. She was born on March 3, 1948, to James Luellen Barnes and Earlene Mae (Crunk) Barnes in Alton, Illinois. Throughout her career, she served the Alton School District in several capacities, including as a truancy caseworker and in other administrative positions. She...
Jerald A Tinkey
Oct 25, 2026
Jerry Tinkey passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday afternoon, October 25, 2026, in Alton, Illinois. He was born to Arnold M. Tinkey and Edythe Ellis Tinkey Grover on October 15, 1933, in Keokuk, Iowa. Jerry was preceded on his next journey by his parents and his stepfather, George E. Grover, and Genevieve, his beloved wife...
Stella Mae Emmons
Oct 24, 2026
Stella Mae Emmons, 99, of Godfrey, IL, passed away Saturday, October 24, 2026, Alton Memorial Hospital, Alton. Born on October 19, 1927, in Alton to August and Sadie (Perkinson) Fritz. She was a retired teacher aid from ARC in Wood River, IL. She married Leroy Emmons in Alton, IL. She is survived by her sons and daughter, Vernon "Jack" (Anessa)...
Phyllis Ann Suhre
Oct 23, 2026
Phyllis Ann Suhre (nèe Martin), age 91, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2026 in Jerseyville, Illinois, after a short stay in rehab at Liberty Village. She was surrounded by family in her final hours. Phyllis was born on July 28,1935 to Arthur August Martin and Iva ("Ivy") Little Martin at their farm near Carrollton, Illinois. She graduated from Carrollton...
Sally Riggs
Oct 21, 2026
Dateline: Alton Sally J. Riggs, 80, died peacefully with her family by her side at 6:50 am Wednesday October 21, 2026 at La Bella of Alton in Alton, Illinois. Born July 31, 1946 in St. Louis Missouri. She was the daughter of Donald and Zelpha Walker(Mottweiler). She earned her certificate from Sanford Brown College. She was married to Fred "Fritz"...
James Peter Kanyo
Oct 18, 2026
James Peter Kanyo, 79, of Wildwood, MO passed away Sunday, October 18, 2026, at Missouri Baptist Medical Center in Town and Country, MO surrounded by family. He was born on November 12, 1946, in St Louis, MO to Peter and Hattie (Matula) Kanyo. James graduated Alton High School in 1965 and subsequently attended as a business major at Southern Illinois...
Julian Alexander Eaken
Oct 18, 2026
Julian Alexander Eaken, 17, of Godfrey, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2026, at his residence. Born on August 21, 2009, the son of Gregory and Tatyana Eaken. He was a Senior at Alton High School. He is survived by his parents, Gregory and Tatyana Eaken; two half-sisters, Vanessa Krits and Ashley Ruesch. Memorial visitation will be from 3 to 6...
Kasey Wayne Lavant Butler
Oct 18, 2026
Kasey Wayne Lavant Butler, born on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at Alton Memorial Hospital, passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026. The son of Tre'Shaun Lavant Butler and Cadence Denise Robinson of Alton. He is survived by his parents Tre'Shaun and Cadence.; grandparents, Oscar and Christian Nance of Alton; Christin Williams of Alton and Jason Moxey of Jerseyville He was...
Braedon Anthony Favilla
Oct 16, 2026
Braedon Anthony Favilla, 27, beloved son of Christine Favilla and Cody Favilla, and brother of Adriana Favilla (her beloved Bobo) passed away surrounded by loved ones on Friday, October 16, 2026 at Barnes Jewish Hospital after a sudden and short illness. Born January 22, 1999 in Durango, Colorado, Braedon moved to Alton with his parents in 2001. A 2017 graduate...
Timothy Shane Scott
Oct 16, 2026
Timothy Shane Scott, 57, of Hartford, IL, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2026, at his residence. Born on June 29, 1969, in Alton, IL, he was the son of David Lee Sr. and Lillian (Johnson) Scott. He loved darts, music, nature, helping others, his friends, and his family. He is survived by his wife, Darlene (Geilhausen) Scott; a daughter,...
Denise Eileen Sugent
Oct 15, 2026
Denise Eileen Sugent, 63, of Alton, passed away Thursday, October 15, 2026, at her residence. Born on October 30, 1962, in Alton, IL, the daughter of Charles and Nancy Goen. She worked as a clerk at Walmart. She married Joseph A. Sugent on June 16, 1984, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Alton. She is survived by her husband, Joseph;...
Katherine A. Morgan
Oct 13, 2026
Katherine "Kathy" A. Morgan, 66, of Jerseyville, passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL. She went to be with the Lord surrounded by her loved ones. Born on October 11. 1960 in Richmond, VA to George Arthur "Art" and Minnie (Martinez) Frank, Sr. She loved spending time with her grandchildren. She married Paul S. Morgan on...
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