Obituaries

Feb 5, 2022

Joseph Michael O’Hara, 93, of Mascoutah, IL born September 30,1928 in Youngstown, OH passed away on February 5, 2022, at Silver Creek Assisted Living in Mascoutah, IL.

Joe was a retired purchasing supervisor for the University of Wisconsin in Kenosha. He grew up in Youngstown, OH attending St Brendan Catholic Grade School and Chaney High School until...

Jan 29, 2022

Wendy A. Schmitt, nee Booten, 67, of Mascoutah, IL, born July 18, 1954 in East St. Louis, IL died Saturday, Jan. 29, 2022, at Memorial Hospital, Shiloh, IL.

Wendy retired as a decision writer for the Social Security Administration in August 2018.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Fred E. and Grace A.,...

Jan 18, 2022

Jeanette Marie Rakers, nee Hummert, 85, of Mascoutah, IL, born May 3, 1936, in St. Libory, IL died Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2022, at MarKa Nursing Home, Mascoutah, IL.

Jeanette was the former co-owner of Patchwork Corner Crafts in Mascoutah. She was a member of Holy Childhood Catholic Church and HCCCW.

Jeanette is preceded in death...

Jan 14, 2022

Kathrine L. Riess, nee Steehlinger, 94, of Mascoutah, IL born Nov. 9, 1927, in Edwardsville, IL died Friday, Jan. 14, 2022, at Silver Creek Assisted Living in Mascoutah, IL.

Kathy was raised and completed her schooling in Edwardsville. She was a homemaker, a very active member of Holy Childhood Catholic Church, H.C.C.C.W., ladies quilting groups, and many...

Jan 12, 2022

William Arthur E. Beam, 16 months, of Mascoutah, IL, born Sept. 1, 2020, in Breese, IL died Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2022, at Memorial Hospital East, Shiloh, IL.

William was baptized by Father Paul Wienhoff at Holy Childhood Catholic Church.

William is preceded in death by his maternal great-grandparents, Arvie (Dixie) Kerksick and paternal great-grandfather, E.K....

Jan 7, 2022

Robert P. Hislope, 54, of Mascoutah, IL born June 13, 1967, in Danville, IL died Friday, Jan. 7, 2022, at his home.

Bob was a retired Technical Sergeant from the U. S. Air Force and currently worked as a civil service employee at Scott AFB, IL. He was a life member of the American Legion, Attica, IN...

Jan 2, 2022

Keith David Kunze, 42, of Belleville, IL born June 15, 1979 in Belleville, IL died Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022.

Keith was a laborer with Laborers Local 100 in East St. Louis, IL. Keith's heart was bigger than his being! He lived. He loved. He never took His eyes off The Kingdom! Always seeking Jesus!!! Shining The Light!!!...

Dec 31, 2021

James M. Neer, 81, of St. Libory, IL born July 22, 1940 in East St. Louis, IL died Friday,  Dec. 31, 2021 at Memorial Hospital East, Shiloh, IL.

Jim graduated from Assumption High School in East St. Louis in 1958. After serving in the U. S. Air Force, Jim graduated from Ranken Technical College as an electrician...

Dec 27, 2021

Marilyn L. Culli, nee Glauert, 95, of rural Freeburg, IL born Sept. 16, 1926 in Belleville, IL died Monday Dec. 27, 2021 at MarKa Nursing Home, Mascoutah, IL.

Marilyn was a retired cafeteria worker for the Mascoutah School District 19 where she worked for 22 years. She was a member of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ...

Dec 27, 2021

Brittany N. Kaemmerer, 29, of Mascoutah, IL, born March 24, 1992 in Belleville, IL died Monday, Dec. 27, 2021 in Shiloh, IL.

Brittany was a dietary cook for Swansea Care Center.  She had a giving heart and loved her two boys more than anything.

Brittany was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Charles and...

Dec 22, 2021

Beverly Ann Wiedwilt, nee Jasper, 91 of Addieville, IL born Aug. 20, 1930, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2021.

Beverly was born and raised in East St. Louis, IL to Roy William Jasper and Helen, nee Carr, Jasper.

Beverly attended Holy Angels Catholic School until 8 th grade. She then attended St. Teresa’s Academy...

Dec 17, 2021

Louise M. Lintker, nee Szramkowski, 65, of Addieville, IL, born Nov. 10, 1956 in St. Louis, MO died Friday, Dec. 17, 2021, peacefully, surrounded by her family, from a long and courageous battle against Lewy Body Dementia.

Louise retired as a medical assistant from a physicians practice.  She was a member of St. Liborius Catholic Church, St....

Dec 17, 2021

Carol Ann Haas, nee Wilmsmeyer, 76, of Belleville, IL, born March 12, 1945 in Mascoutah, IL died Friday, Dec. 17, 2021 at her home.

Carol was a retired director of the former American Redemption Systems in Mascoutah.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Wilbert E. “Jack” Wilmsmeyer and Bernice I., nee Gramm, Wilmsmeyer...

Dec 10, 2021

Noel Henry “Ben” Benner, 80, of Mascoutah, IL, born Sept. 19, 1941, in Watseka, IL died Friday, Dec. 10, 2021, at Brightly Senior Living in Mascoutah, IL.

Noel retired as a Senior Master Sergeant after serving 24 years in the US Air Force, followed by 23 years in Civil Service. He was a Vietnam War vet, member...

Dec 8, 2021

Dennis J. Gore, 62, of Mascoutah, IL, born Feb. 13, 1959 at Elmendorf AFB, AK died Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2021.

Dennis was a retired MSgt. from the U. S. Air Force and a Gulf War veteran. He was currently employed as a government contractor at Scott AFB, IL. Dennis made friends wherever he went and had a...

Dec 3, 2021

Nadine D. Lake, nee Walta, 83, of Lively Grove, IL, born April 17, 1938 in Elkton, IL died Friday, Dec. 3, 2021 at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, O’Fallon, IL.

Nadine was a homemaker and a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Lively Grove, IL.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Ella, nee...

Nov 24, 2021

Judith M. Milloshewski, nee Kania, 81, of New Baden, IL, born March 4, 1940 in Chicago, IL died Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021 at her home.

Judy was a retired civil service employee from Scott AFB, IL and a member of Holy Childhood Catholic Church, Mascoutah.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Bernard L....

Nov 23, 2021

Christopher F. Sauerhage, 48, of Mascoutah, IL, born June 6, 1973 in Belleville, IL died Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2021 at Cedar Ridge Health Care Center, Lebanon, IL.

Chris was a substitute teacher for schools in the local area. He was a member of Holy Childhood Catholic Church, Mascoutah, Mascoutah Noon Lions Club, Mascoutah Sportsman’s Club, OUSART, Diocese...

Nov 22, 2021

Gary L. Scheich, 83, of Freeburg, IL, born June 21, 1938 in Belleville, IL died Monday, Nov. 22, 2021 at his residence.

Gary was a retired chief electrician from Peabody Coal Company and a member of the Gear Jammer Car Club of Belleville.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Bernice, nee...

Nov 18, 2021

Janice J. “Jan” Haas, nee Winkler, 81, of Mascoutah, IL, born Oct. 4, 1940 in Mascoutah, IL died Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021.

Jan was a homemaker. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and she enjoyed crocheting, quilting and loved all varieties of roses.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Allen...