Obituaries

Nov 20, 2023

Andrew J. Huber, 57, of Mascoutah, IL, born March 7, 1966, in Belleville, IL died Monday, Nov. 20, 2023, at his home. Andy was a laborer for local 742 in Mascoutah, a pilot car driver for Huber Transport Services, and a retired member for the Mascoutah Volunteer Fire Co.

He was preceded in death by his parents,...

Nov 15, 2023

Bill Watson, 86, of LaSalle, Illinois, passed away of cancer peacefully at the Cedar Ridge Care Center in Lebanon, Illinois.

Bill was born in 1938 to Mary and Dr. Francis Watson. He attended St. Bede High School, where he played football. Bill served in the Army and was honorably discharged. He worked at Libbey-Owens-Ford. He loved the...

Nov 15, 2023

Doris L. Bergkoetter, nee Milloshewski, 80, of Fairview Heights, IL, born April 7, 1943, in Chicago, IL., died Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023, at her home. Doris was retired from Illinois Power Co. and a loving homemaker. She loved attending her grandchildren’s sporting events and Cardinal baseball. She was a tremendously, selfless woman with a beautiful spirit. Doris took all...

Nov 9, 2023

Robert G. “Bob” Conreaux, 63, of Mascoutah, IL, born Jan. 26, 1960, in Granite City, IL died Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023, at St. Louis University Hospital.

Bob was a retired corrosion supervisor for Ameren and a member of the Knights of Columbus, Council 4380.  He enjoyed fishing at the Lake of the Ozarks, deer hunting, card games,...

Nov 8, 2023

Min Karen Johnson, nee Schuessler, 70, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023, at home surrounded by her family.  Min was born on May 1, 1953, in Belleville, IL the daughter of Stanley O Schuessler, Elva W (Borrenpohl) Schuessler, and Martha M (Haier) Schuessler.  On November 29, 1996, she married the love of her life, Joseph O Johnson, Sr....

Nov 5, 2023

Sean M. Nolan, 51, of Mascoutah, IL, born July 22, 1972, in Casper, WY died Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, at his home.

Sean was a retired communication specialist for the Department of Defense.  He enjoyed hunting, traveling, riding his motorcycle, coaching softball, and baseball.  Sean loved spending time with his family and friends.  Sean was a devoted...

Nov 5, 2023

Victor B. Albers, 101, of St. Libory, IL, born Oct. 15, 1922, in Freeburg, IL., died Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, at Mercy Rehab and Care Center. Mr. Albers was a lifelong farmer, and in his early years, he also drove for Dressler Trucking. Victor was a member of the St. Liborius Catholic Church, a son of the American Legion...

Oct 26, 2023

Gregory C. Stepp, 75, of Mascoutah, IL, born May 11, 1948, in Macomb, IL died Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023, at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, O’Fallon, IL.

Greg was a retired Tech Sergeant for the United States Air Force and a Vietnam War veteran.  He was a member of the VFW Post 7682 in Mascoutah and the American Softball...

Oct 22, 2023

Alvin J. “Al” Forsyth, 85, of Mascoutah, IL, born Dec. 10, 1937, in Belleville, IL died Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023, at MarKa Nursing Home, Mascoutah, IL.

Al was a retired letter carrier for the U. S. Postal Service after 28 ½ years of service and then worked for Norrenberns Foods in Freeburg and Mascoutah for 15 years....

Oct 17, 2023

George H. Kolb, Jr., 88, of Mascoutah, IL, born Nov. 16, 1934, in Mascoutah, IL died Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2023, at Marka Nursing Home, Mascoutah, IL.

George retired from Weyerhaeuser Co. where he worked for 32 years as a maintenance technician. He was a former 18-year treasurer of his local union and a U. S. Army veteran....

Oct 16, 2023

Donna Marie Cameron, 57, of Mascoutah, IL, born May 17, 1966, in Belleville, IL died Monday, Oct. 16, 2023, at Silver Creek Assisted Living, Mascoutah, IL.

Donna was the lead librarian for the East St. Louis School District 189, since 1999. She was a member of Holy Childhood Catholic Church in Mascoutah, American Library Assn., Southern Illinois...

Oct 6, 2023

Mary A. Surmeier, nee Kokenes, 90, of St. Libory, IL born Nov. 24, 1932, in Springfield, IL died Friday, Oct. 6, 2023, at her daughter’s home.

Mary was a homemaker, a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteer, a reader for Mindseye Radio for the blind and she was extremely proud of her Greek heritage.

She...

Oct 1, 2023

Mary “Midge” Corsi of Belleville, Illinois, beloved wife of Retired U.S. Air Force Colonel Jim Corsi, passed away unexpectedly on 1 October 2023. Midge was a dedicated teacher, bringing her love and knowledge of math to many students at Holy Childhood School in Mascoutah. Midge was stylish and creative; these talents were seen in her love of quilting, knitting,...

Sep 30, 2023

Donald J. Otten, 87, of St. Libory, IL born May 8, 1936, in St. Libory, IL died Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, at Barnes Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, MO.

Donald was a retired carpenter working 70 years for Local 480.  He was the owner and operator of Otten Construction Inc.  Don was a member of the St. Liborius...

Sep 19, 2023

Robert Earl Wilcox, 78, of New Memphis, IL, born Oct. 24, 1944, in St. Louis, MO died Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023, at his daughter’s home in Godfrey, IL.

Robert was retired from the St. Louis Post Dispatch where he was employed in advertising and sales and, in his earlier years, owned and operated the Tom Boy grocery...

Sep 17, 2023

Elwin C. “Carl” Brand, 90, of Mascoutah, IL, born Sept. 1, 1933, in Ruthven, IA, died Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023, at his home.

Elwin was a retired MSgt. from the US Air Force. He grew up and attended school in Ruthven, IA, where he was active in sports and graduated from high school in 1952.  Carl entered...

Sep 11, 2023

Michael G. Rud, 67, of Belleville, IL born June 16, 1956, in East St. Louis, IL died Monday, Sept. 11, 2023, at his home.

Michael worked in the IT department for various companies.

He is preceded in death by his father, Robert D. Rud.

Michael is survived by his mother, Marion V., nee...

Sep 1, 2023

Dorothy Irene Mense, nee Koeller, 88, of St. Libory, IL born Aug. 10, 1935, in St. Libory, IL died Friday, Sept. 1st, 2023, at Friendship Manor in Nashville, IL.

Dorothy was a homemaker and farmer for many years, a member of St. Liborius Catholic Church, Council of Catholic Women, and the American Legion Auxiliary, St. Libory, IL....

Aug 26, 2023

Theresa Marie Widman, nee Schuetz, 82, of Mascoutah, IL, born March 9, 1941, passed away on August 26, 2023. Born and raised in Wilkes-Barre, PA, Theresa moved to Mascoutah in 1982 living there and enjoying the rest of her life while raising her family and making wonderful friends.

After living many places around the world including The...

Aug 24, 2023

Andrea R. Hall, nee Frantzen, 56, of Mascoutah, IL born July 19, 1967, at Camp Lejeune, NC died Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023, at Memorial Hospital East, Shiloh, IL.

Andrea was a longtime employee of McDonough District Hospital in Macomb, IL.  She loved her family, German shepherds, and the Chicago Cubs.

Andrea is survived by her...