Feb 15, 2021

Jessie Marie Castegnaro, nee Whitlock, (86) of Highland, Illinois, died at 9:27 p.m. February 15, 2021, at Highland Healthcare. Jessie was born December 21, 1934, in Fairfield, IL, one of 5 girls, to Lycurgus and Alberta (Close) Whitlock.  She married Wayne Merrill Castegnaro Sr.,  on February 21, 1953, at the Methodist Church in Collinsville, Illinois; the couple had 3...

Feb 10, 2021

Charles S. Cloin Jr., 69 years old, was born on December 27, 1951, in East St. Louis, IL, and passed away on Wednesday, February 10, 2021, in O'Fallon, IL.

He was preceded in death by his mother Evelyn Cloin (nee Malinosky), stepmother Rita Cloin (nee Benyr), and father Charles S. Cloin Sr.

Charlie was an...

Feb 8, 2021

Janet A. Engelman, 78 years old, was born on August 20, 1942, in East St. Louis, IL, and returned to her heavenly home on Monday, February 8, 2021, in Festus, MO.

Janet was a devout Christian and loved the Lord. Her life's passion was focused on the Lord and spreading his message.  She belonged to Holy Cross...

Feb 7, 2021

Charles Edward Franke, 76 years old, was born on March 28, 1944, in East St. Louis, IL, and passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021, in Creve Coeur, MO.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Annabelle Franke.

Charles was an avid poker, bridge, and chess player and would play games of...

Feb 5, 2021

Charles Edward Glasco, 76 years old, was born on January 14, 1945, in Walterboro, South Carolina, and passed away on Friday, February 5, 2021, in Caseyville, IL.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Pauline Glasco (nee Smith), and his brother, James Glasco.

Charles is survived by his loving wife, Linda Glasco...

Feb 3, 2021

John W. Heil, 58, of Belleville, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, February 3, 2021. He was born on March 6, 1962, in Belleville, Illinois to Jerald and Ruth (Marquis) Heil. He attended Belleville West High School. He joined the Navy in 1978 and served for 3 years.

After his military service, he resided in Belleville for the...

Feb 2, 2021

Robert "Bob" Keith Oldani, 72 years old, was born on April 10, 1948, in Herrin, IL, and passed away on Tuesday, February 2, 2021, in Maryville, IL.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Gerri Oldani (nee Stutsman).

Bob is survived by his wife, Donna Rudd, his children, Dennis (Donna) Ponder, Scott...

Feb 1, 2021

George "Bogie" Redmon, age 77, of Glen Carbon, IL, born May 7, 1943, in E. St. Louis, IL passed in the early morning of February 1, 2021.

Bogie loved growing up in Collinsville and enjoyed spending time with family and friends.  He cherished many great memories while participating in athletics and social activities while attending Collinsville High...

Jan 29, 2021

Glen D. Wuehler, 88 years old, was born on March 29, 1932, in Granite City, IL, and passed away on Friday, January 29, 2021, in Glen Carbon, IL.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred C. and Lora E. Wuehler, his sister, Ruth Knowles, his brother, Earl Wuehler, his sister-in-law, Irma Wuehler, and his nephew,...

Jan 28, 2021

Shirley J. Star, age 74, of Staunton, IL, formerly of Granite City, passed away on Thursday, January 28, 2021. She was born September 28, 1946, to Harry and Mildred (Hodshire) Bell.

She married the love of her life, Frank Star, on October 17, 1964. Shirley loved life, loved to laugh, and was a little sassy, but most...