Mike Kohlmiller
Sep 3, 2026
Michael "Mike" Kohlmiller, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at home in Grafton, Illinois, on September 3, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on January 24, 1964, in Edwardsville, Illinois, Mike lived a life full of love, laughter, and generosity that touched everyone he met. The son of the late Eugene and Jorene...
Larry J. Holt
Aug 25, 2026
Larry J Holt passed Tuesday, August, 25th 2026 at Jerseyville Manor at the age of 77. He was born December 24th 1948 to the late John James and Emma Katherine Holt in Alton, Illinois. On August 27th, 1977 in Godfrey he married Cindy Holt, she proceeds him in death. Surviving are two daughters, Pamela Smith (Steve Watt) of Godfrey and...
Frances Evelyn Springman
Aug 24, 2026
FRANCES EVELYN SPRINGMAN, nee Pedone, lived a full and vibrant life, leaving us peacefully on August 24, 2026. She was born on September 21, 1932, to Onofrio and Frances Pedone in Alton, Illinois. Better known as "Fritzi," a nickname given to her by her husband, she loved to travel, spend time with her children and grandchildren, and stay active in...
Mercedena V Burns
Aug 23, 2026
Mercedena V. Burns, 95, passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2026 at LaBella of Alton. Born on February 1, 1931, she was the daughter of William and Cecile (Cox) Cato. Mercedena was a self-employed beautician and long-time member of Vaughn Hill Church of Christ. She is survived by daughter, Debra (Williamson) Neal of Milwaukie, OR; two sons, Stan (Mary) Williamson...
Carol Sue Mcpherson
Aug 22, 2026
Carol Sue McPherson, 82, of Alton, IL, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at Alton Memorial Hospital, with family by her side. She was born February 17, 1944, in Alton, IL, to the late Leo H. and Eleanor M. (Waggoner) Theisen. After retiring from Big Lots in Alton, Illinois, she continued working by caring for others. She became...
Shellie Rebecca Cougill-Rue
Aug 17, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Shellie Rebecca Cougill, a cherished mother, wife, and friend, who departed this life on Monday, August 17, 2026. Born on Friday, January 26, 1973, in Alton, IL, Shellie was a beacon of warmth, kindness, and impactful presence throughout her vibrant 53 years. A longtime resident of Brighton, IL, Shellie...
Robert Scot Rainey
Aug 16, 2026
Robert "Scot" Rainey, 55, of Alton, Il, passed away Sunday, August 16, 2026 at his residence. Born on September 1, 1970 in Alton, IL to Robert Allen Ellen Marie (Miller) Rainey. He was a pipefitter at the Alton Steel Mill. Surviving are a son, Robert "Paul" Rainey of St. Louis, MO; his mother, Ellen Rainey of Alton, Il and his...
Beverly Vanata
Aug 11, 2026
Beverly Vanata, 90 of Godfrey, passed away Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 11:39 pm at her residence surrounded by her family. Beverly was born on May 4, 1936, in Colchester, IL to Meredith Bernard and Hazel Katherine (Diffenderffer) Edwards. She worked as the Office Manager for Metro Sports and bookkeeper for Jim Beemer Parts Stop. She was a member of...
Beverly Baker
Aug 8, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and a deep appreciation for a life well-lived that we announce the peaceful passing of Beverly Baker on August 8, 2026, at the age of 91. Beverly departed this world due to natural causes, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and vibrant spirit. Born on May 7, 1935, in the charming town of Alma,...
Matthew Raymond Darr
Aug 5, 2026
Matthew Raymond Darr, 68, of Mt. Olive, Il, passed away at 10:27 pm, Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at St. Anthony's Hospital in Alton. He left this world peacefully surrounded by his family and friends while listening to Genesis, one of his all-time favorite bands. Born and raised in the Alton/ Godfrey IL area. He graduated from Alton High School and...
Holly Sinnott
Aug 4, 2026
Holly Sinnott, 73, of Moro, IL, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at Litchfield Health & Rehabilitation in Litchfield, IL. Born on December 24, 1952 in Glen Ridge, NJ, the daughter of Robert and Evelyn (Becker) Porter. She was a retired secretary from Mountainside Hospital in Glen Ridge, NJ. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Alton....
Kathryn Alice Sandberg
Aug 3, 2026
Kathryn Alice Sandberg, 86, passed away at 12:48 pm, Monday, August 3, 2026 at her residence. Born on June 5, 1940, in Moline, IL, the daughter of Ernest and Anna Nelson. She married her high school sweetheart, Phillip Sandberg on March 20, 1959. He passed away on March 25, 2019. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Alton....
Cecil Gerald "Gerry" Giles
Jul 29, 2026
Cecil Gerald "Gerry" Giles, 74, of Alton, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. Born on July 6, 1952, in Rosewood Heights, Illinois, Gerry was the beloved son of the late Cecil Jack Giles and Mary Jane (Roe) Giles. He graduated from Roxana High School, Class of 1970, where he proudly played on the drum line with the...
Patricia A Macias
Jul 28, 2026
Patricia A. Macias, 71, of Alton, passed away peacefully at 5:26 a.m. on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at La Bella Nursing & Rehabilitation in Alton. She was born on February 28, 1955, in Alton, Illinois, to the late Cecil and Petra (Carmona) Macias. Patricia dedicated many years to working in retail and banking and found great fulfillment in serving her...
Stacy Castillo
Jul 26, 2026
Stacy Castillo, 64, of Brighton, Illinois, passed away peacefully at 1:43 a.m. on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at Alton Memorial Hospital in Alton, surrounded by her loving family. Born on July 8, 1962, in Alton, Stacy was the daughter of the late Lanny Whitehead and Janice (Fessler) Callahan. She worked as a scheduler for TWA Airlines, where she was part...
Chamill La'Rai London
Jul 25, 2026
In Loving Memory of Chamill La'Rai London Born January 30, 2007, in Alton, Illinois Entered Eternal Rest July 25, 2026 Chamill was full of life, love, and endless dreams. She was ambitious, loving, kind, intelligent, funny, and unapologetically herself. Her infectious sense of humor would light up any room. She dreamed of seeing the world, making memories, and living life...
Merrill "Dale" Foiles
Jul 25, 2026
Merrill "Dale" Foiles, 91 of Jerseyville, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2026 at Jerseyville Manor. Born on October 2, 1934 in Batchtown, Illinois to M. Ellis and Anna B. (Wiener) Foiles. He was employed by Owens-Illinois Glass until his first retirement. Merrill then became a machine repairman at Boeing and McDonald-Douglas before his retirement. He was an Army Veteran., a...
Joyce Diane Wiegand-Bavas
Jul 24, 2026
Joyce Diane Wiegand-Bavas, 87, much beloved sister, aunt and friend, died peacefully on Friday, July 24, 2026, after a brief illness. Joyce was born on September 23, 1938 in St. Charles, Illinois to Beulah Emily (Ealy) Wiegand and William G. Wiegand. After attending high school in Geneva, Illinois, Joyce moved to Chicago where she worked for various media organizations, including...
Victoria Ann Sowders
Jul 24, 2026
Victoria Ann (Mattis) Sowders, 47, passed away on Friday, July 24, 20026. She was born in Alton, IL on April 30, 1979, to Richard and Christine Mattis. Victoria married Matthew Sowders, the great love of her life, on August 12, 2011. Victoria is much loved and missed by her husband Matt, her parents, her brother Jason Mattis, nephew Blake Mattis...
William P. Diddlebock
Jul 22, 2026
William "Bill" P. Diddlebock, 84 of Alton, passed away Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026, in Waterloo, IL, surrounded by his family. He was born on July 15th, 1942, in Concord, MA, to Colonel William Holtz and Louise (Payson) Diddlebock. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Sandy Sanders. Bill grew up skiing, riding horses, and playing...
