Christine June Mahan
Jun 9, 2026
Christine June Gaines Mahan, nee Wiesehan, 65, went peacefully to be with her Lord on June 9, 2026, with her loving husband and sister by her side.
She is survived by her beloved husband, Rick Mahan; son, Nicholas (Ash’Lee) Gaines; brother, Scott (Carrie) Wiesehan; sister, Anita (Mike Diuguid) Heath; grandchildren, Hailey, Morgan, Kelsi, Cody, Bricen, Stella and Kalani; as well as...
Robert Julius Garcia
Jun 3, 2026
Robert "Bob" J. Garcia, 82, of Glen Carbon, Illinois, went home to be with Jesus on June 3, 2026.
Born on January 2, 1944, in East St. Louis, Illinois, Bob lived a life defined by faith, hard work, and love for his family. He was proud of his Spanish roots and often spoke of his family's origins in Avilés, Asturias, Spain....
Rita Kay McLaughlin
Jun 1, 2026
Rita Kay McLaughlin, née Strubinger, of Maryville, Illinois, passed away surrounded by family on June 1, 2026, at the age of 75.
Born on November 27, 1950, Rita was preceded in death by her parents Charles and Georgia Strubinger; her devoted husband, James McLaughlin; and her brother, Mark Strubinger.
Rita was one of seven children and cherished the lifelong memories she shared...
Thomas R. Roustio
May 31, 2026
Thomas Reid Roustio, 82, of Glen Carbon passed quietly on Sunday, May 31, 2026, with the love of his life by his side. Tom was born in East St. Louis, IL on June 23, 1943 to parents Melvin P. and Lucille Roustio, who proceeded him in death. He married his high school sweetheart, Victoria (née Brindley) on October 19, 1963....
Kenneth Carl Bluemner
May 23, 2026
Kenneth “Kenny” C. Bluemner, 93, of Caseyville, Illinois, born in E. St. Louis, Illinois on October 17th, 1932, passed away on Saturday May 23rd, 2026.
Kenny was a 1950 Collinsville High School graduate. He served in the Navy Air during the Korean Conflict from 1952 to 1956. He retired from Union Electric (Ameren) as a Maintenance Supervisor after having been a...
Tyler C. Robinson
May 19, 2026
Tyler C. Robinson, passed away too soon on May 19, 2026 at the young age of 24. Known affectionately by all who knew him as a "gentle giant," Tyler brought an immense amount of warmth, compassion, and love into the world during his short but deeply meaningful life.
Born on February 25, 2002, Tyler grew up with a remarkably kind heart...
Helen Louise Busarow
May 17, 2026
Helen Louise Busarow was born on June 30, 1929 in Decatur, Illinois to Otto and Louise Tertel and died peacefully on Sunday, May 17, 2026. She was married to Pastor Gilbert N. Busarow for 34 years and brought 5 children into their family. In addition to being a homemaker, Helen worked as a certified nursing assistant at Belleville Memorial Hospital...
Ian Michael Bishop
May 9, 2026
Ian Michael Bishop, born on July 31, 2006, in Mount Vernon, Illinois, left this world far too soon on May 9, 2026, at Saint Louis University Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. His departure has left an indelible void in the hearts of those who cherished him, as they come together to remember the vibrancy and spirit that defined his young...
Michael Beatty
May 8, 2026
Dr. Michael E. Beatty, a longtime plastic and reconstructive surgeon, known not only for his surgical skill but also for his warmth, his steady faith, and his deep loyalty to family and friends, died Friday, May 8, after a long illness. He was 85.
Dr. Mike was born December 16, 1940, in Columbus, Ohio, the son of Bert William Beatty Sr....
Dennis R. Endicott
May 6, 2026
Dennis R. Endicott, a man whose life was as richly varied as the many roles he embraced, passed away on May 6, 2026, in his hometown of St. Louis, Missouri. Born on November 16, 1954, in St. Louis, Dennis embodied the spirit of a true jack of all trades—bringing dedication, skill, and heart to every endeavor he pursued.
Dennis’ journey took...