Thelma M Wuehler

Aug 2, 2024

Thelma Mae (Dutton) Wuehler, nee Phelps, passed away on August 2, 2024, at the age of 97 in Glen Carbon, Illinois. Born on September 18, 1926 in White County, Illinois to Cecil Phelps and Harriet Gaul.

Thelma was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Glen D. Wuehler; her son, Larry Dutton; two sisters and two brothers....

Don "Kim" Ehlers

Aug 2, 2024

Don "Kim" Ehlers, age 69, went home to be with the Lord on August 2, 2024 at his home in Marine, Illinois.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Mary Ehlers.

Kim married Rebecca Ann Fahnster on May 31, 1986, and enjoyed 38 wonderful years of marriage together.

He is...

Delbert E. Johnessee

Aug 1, 2024

Delbert Ernest "Ernie" Johnessee, loving husband, father, and friend passed away August 1, 2024, at the age of 89.

Ernie was born on June 22, 1935, in Granite City, IL, son of Delbert and Eva Johnessee. He was a graduate of Granite City High School and a member of Operating Engineers Local 520 for over 50 years....

Bruce William Hawkins

Jul 27, 2024

Bruce William Hawkins, 71, of Collinsville, Illinois, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his beloved family. Born on April 19, 1953, and raised in Granite City, Illinois, Bruce was the son of Velma and Raymond Penn of Collinsville and William Hawkins. He was preceded in death by his parents as well as his...

Nina Eileen Davenport

Jul 27, 2024

Nina Eileen Davenport, age 91, formerly of Collinsville, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at her residence in Walnut Hill, Illinois.

She was born on August 27, 1932 to Edward Carter and Glafra (Swafford) Carter.

Later on she met and married the love of her life Paul E Davenport.

They were...

Della Jean Seim

Jul 23, 2024

Della Jean Seim born Della Jean Metcalf on July 15, 1938 to Albert Metcalf and Maybelle Kelio (nee Mounds) was called home on Tuesday July 23, 2024 at the age of 86. She was a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Collinsville, IL. She loved old time movies and shows on lifetime, Oxygen and Hallmark such as the...

Murrel Elton King

Jul 22, 2024

Murrel Elton King died peacefully with loved ones surrounding him on Monday, July 22, 2024 in Rockford , from complications of lung cancer.

Murrel was born April 18, 1933 to John and Mildred King in Edwardsville, IL.  Murrel was known for a tireless work ethic, dedication to his family, and for being an all around "Good Dude"...

Shirley Jean Bean

Jul 21, 2024

Shirley Jean Bean, nee Powell, 91, of Collinsville, IL peacefully passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at Hitz Memorial Home in Alhambra, IL.

Shirley was one of five children born to Bill and Flossie, nee Akes, Powell in Caseyville, IL on January 27, 1933.

Shirley was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who cherished...

Raymond Henry Hilmes

Jul 14, 2024

RAYMOND HENRY HILMES, age 76, of Collinsville, passed away at his home, Sunday, July 14, 2024. He was born on December 24th, 1947, in Breese, IL, the son of Arnold and Christine (Schleper) Hilmes.

Ray grew up in Clinton County and attended Mater Dei High School. At a very early age, Ray had much responsibility and worked...

Frank R. Ganschinietz

Jul 11, 2024

Frank R. Ganschinietz, Jr., 84, of Collinsville, IL, passed away on Thursday July 11th, 2024 at HSHS St. Elizabeth's Hospital in O'Fallon, IL.

He was born on February 1st, 1940 in East St. Louis, IL, to Frank R. and Emma (nee Petchulat) Ganschinietz Sr. He was a retired Collinsville Firefighter of 28 years. He served faithfully in...