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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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Charles "Chuck" Wittman

Charles "Chuck" Wittman

Oct 25, 2026

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Marsha Kaye Bordeaux

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Cheryl Lynn Hausman

Cheryl Lynn Hausman

Oct 11, 2026

Cheryl Lynn Hausman, 77, of Elsah, IL passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2026. Born on May 2, 1949, in Christopher, IL, the daughter of Dalles and Isabell (Holman) Terry. She married Kevin A. Hausman on April 17, 1971, in Alton. Surviving are her husband, Kevin; a daughter and son, Jason (Jenny) Hausman and Sarah Bartlett; granddaughters, Rebeka Bartlett, Lee...

Donna L Eskew

Donna L Eskew

Oct 10, 2026

Donna L. Eskew, 90, went home to her Savior Jesus on October 10, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Eskew; her parents, Samuel and Rosa Harmon; her siblings, Lee Harmon, James Davis, Margaret McDaniel, Gene Harmon, and Patty Stone (her twin); and her son-in-law, David W. Jackson. She is survived by her daughters, Cheryl Jackson and...

Gary L. Neese Sr.

Gary L. Neese Sr.

Oct 9, 2026

Gary Leo Neese, Sr., Alton, IL, passed away Friday, October 9, 2026 at Evergreen Senior Living, Alton, IL. Born on October 19, 1943 in Nebo, Il to Elza E. and Lola L. (Killebrew) Neese. He retired from the maintenance department at Olin Corporation in East Alton. Surviving are his son and daughter, Gary L. (Tammy) Neese, Jr. and Carol (Mitch)...

Robert "Bob" L. Heaton

Robert "Bob" L. Heaton

Oct 6, 2026

Robert "Bob" L. Heaton, 90, of Staunton, IL, passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at Staunton Health and Rehabilitation in Staunton, IL. Born on June 13, 1936 in Springfield, Ohio, he was the son of Clarence A. and Ardis Virginia (Hatfield) Heaton. He was a retired truck driver at Hutchinson Concrete. He was a US Air Force Veteran. Surviving are...

Thomas Widger

Thomas Widger

Oct 6, 2026

Thomas W. Widger, 65, passed away at his home on October 6, 2026. He was born April 5, 1961, in Springfield, Illinois, to Jack and Shirley (Sullivan) Widger. Tom was a graduate of Marquette High School in Alton, Class of 1979. He earned an associate degree in Civil Engineering from St. Louis Community College and was a graduate of the...

Dr. Michael T Carrow

Dr. Michael T Carrow

Oct 5, 2026

Dr. Michael T. Carrow, DMD, 59 of Godfrey, Il, passed away Monday, October 5, 2026 at his residence with his family by his side. Born on December 3, 1966, in Alton, Michael was the son of Martin T. and Janet M. (Cox) Carrow. He was the owner of Michael T. Carrow Dentistry in Alton for 30 years. He married Kimberly...

Michael Lynn Volz

Michael Lynn Volz

Oct 4, 2026

Michael Lynn Volz, 78, of Cottage Hills, IL, passed away Sunday, October 4, 2026, at St. Anthony Hospital, Alton. Born on September 22, 1948, in Alton, Il to Arthur Donald and Fern Louise (Gaither) Volz. Michael was a mail carrier for the Godfrey Post Office. He was a US Army Vietnam Veteran. Mike enjoyed playing slot machines, playing poker with...

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