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Eugene Philip Kinon - October 18, 1942 - October 16, 2021

Departed: 10/16/2021 (Collinsville)

Obituary Preview: Eugene P. Kinon, age 78, passed away October 16, 2021, in Godfrey, IL.

Eugene was born October 18, 1942, in St. Louis, Mo. He was a proud military veteran, having served our country in the United States Marine Corps as a Corporal. He was honored to make donations to all branches of military organizations. He was also proud to have retired from the Teamsters Union.  He had a special place in his heart for animals and made donations to various animal organizations as well.  Eugene lived an active life and enjoyed an array of hobbies which included fishing, bowling, and golfing.

He was a very loving father and grandfather and will be greatly missed.

Eugene is preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Hilda Kinon, nee Tritch; two sisters, Wanda Rinehart and Myra Thomasson; and a brother, Alvin Wall.

Surviving are his children, Anna Kinon of Alton, IL and Richard Kinon of Folley Beach, SC; three grandchildren, Amanda (August) Sansone of Foristell, MO, Allison Moran of Rosewood Heights, IL and Brendan (Cassie Goheen) Moran of Alton, IL; great grandchildren, Ayla Sansone, Declan Moran; and numerous nieces and nephews. In memory of Eugene, donations may be made in his name to the American Diabetes Association at www.diabetes.org or the Alzheimer Association at www.alz.org.  Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.cremationllc.com

Eugene will be cremated.  Burial will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 24, 2021, at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery with full military honors, 2900 Sheridan Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63125.  Funeral procession will depart at 10:00 a.m. from 301 South Lincoln Avenue, O’Fallon, IL 62269.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Cremation and Memorial Services, Collinsville, IL.

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Gurry Raymond Chappel - July 17, 1938 - September 10, 2021

Departed: 09/10/2021 (Collinsville)

Obituary Preview: Gurry Raymond Chappel, age 83 of Edwardsville, IL, passed away at his residence on September 10, 2021 with his loving family by his side.

Gurry was born July 17, 1938 in Rockford, IL. He attended Lincoln Christian College where he met his first wife, Glenda Chappel. Together they had three children, Greg, Gary and Grant. He later married Jean Chappel and had two stepsons, Greg and Tim.

Gurry was somewhat a jack of all trades, having various careers over the years. He spent many years as a salesman before venturing into owning his own business. Among these were working at a facility caring for medical laboratory animals, windshield chip repair technician and photography. During much of this time, he was also a medical technician at Barnes Jewish Hospital, where he worked for over 20 years.

Gurry had several hobbies which included swimming, windsurfing, golf and photography. He loved to take family photos and would frequently attend his grandchildren’s sporting events to get action shots. In an attempt to pass on his passion for photography, he also took some of his grandchildren to the zoo and let them shoot pictures of the animals. His faith was also very important to him and he spent a lot of time with the Kenyan Church in Florissant, MO. One of his favorites memories was his trip to Africa, where he got to meet more Kenyans from the church that he helped. Overall, Gurry was known for being a very friendly guy who knew no strangers. Those who met Gurry always remembered him, as he promptly told them, “I’m Gurry from Missouri. And you never have to worry, because I’m never in a hurry.”

Gurry was preceded in death by his wife, Jean Chappel; parents, Gurry and Marie Chappel; his foster parents while he was in high school, whose impact in Gurry’s life cannot be overstated, Jim and Mary Ann Showen.

Surviving Gurry are his three children, Greg Chappel of Wood River, IL, Gary (Susan) Chappel of Edwardsville, IL and Grant (Sarah) Chappel of West Chicago, IL; two stepsons, Greg (Dawn) Walgate and Tim Chappel; along with several grandchildren.

In honor of Gurry, memorial donations may be made to PIPES, 904 Altavia Dr, Hazelwood, MO 63042. Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.cremationllc.com

Gurry will be cremated. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, September 25, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at Christ’s Covenant Church, 3465 Shackelford Road, Florissant, MO.

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Sandra Crnokrak - August 29, 1962 - August 18, 2021

Departed: 08/18/2021 (Collinsville)

Obituary Preview: Sandra (Sandy) Crnokrak, nee Slone, age 58 of Collinsville, IL, passed away on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, at her residence with her loving family by her side.

Sandra was born August 29, 1962, in Bowling Green, Kentucky. She will be remembered for her wit, empathy, and loyalty to those she loved. She was a highly skilled and talented nurse and had extreme passion for helping others along with loving her dogs and cats as well as being involved with pet rescue. She enjoyed traveling with her husband and family. Sandra was a very loving and devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend who will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved her.

Sandra was preceded in death by her father, Hillard Slone.

Surviving are her mother, Jean Slone, nee Douglas; loving husband, Robert “Kent” Crnokrak of Collinsville, IL; daughter, Rachel Crnokrak-Hagan and son-in-law, Rob Hagan of St. Louis Missouri; sister, Tracey Slone of West Frankfort, IL; and grandchild, Tegan Donato of St. Louis, MO. In honor of Sandra, memorial donations may be made to St. Louis Pet Rescue at www.stlpetrescue.com Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.cremationllc.com

Sandra will be cremated, and no services will be held at this time.

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Kathleen Claypool - November 04, 1957 - August 05, 2021

Departed: 08/05/2021 (Collinsville)

Obituary Preview: Kathleen “Kathy” Claypool, nee Mitchell, age 63 of Collinsville, IL, passed away August 5, 2021 at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in O’Fallon, IL.

Kathy was born on November 4, 1957 in Belleville, IL. She absolutely loved nature and found pleasure in flower gardening, time on or near water and just spending time outdoors. Some of her favorite things to do were reconnecting with her old friends, along with socializing and dancing. She also enjoyed playing bingo and learning new crafts. Kathy was always ready and willing to try new things. She was a firm believer in helping the homeless, was very compassionate and considered anyone she met to be family.

Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, Londie and Naomi (nee, Woodford) Mitchell; and one brother, Ricky Mitchell.

Kathy is survived by her children, Valerie (James) Walls of Collinsville, IL, Sarah Mitchell of Leavittsburg, OH, and her honorary daughter, Nancy Owen of Collinsville, IL; three sisters, Nancy (Lennie) Eiskant of Shiloh, IL, Carol (David) Darnell of Cape Coral, FL and Patricia Scholes of Pocahontas, IL; two brothers, Mick Mitchell of Old Ripley, IL and Tom Mitchell of Old Ripley, IL; one grandchild, Aidan Walls of Collinsville, IL along with her closest friends, Bonnie Frankie and Karen Singleton, many close cousins, nieces and nephews.

Kathy will be sorely missed by all who knew and love her.

A Celebration of Life has been scheduled for Sunday August 15th, 2021, from 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. at the Moose Lodge, 8550 Bunkum Rd, Caseyville, IL 62232. Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.cremationllc.com In honor of Kathy, donations can be made to the Collinsville Food Pantry, 201 East Church Street, Collinsville, IL. www.collinsvillefoodpantry.org

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Eli Joe Morrow - April 05, 2021 - May 30, 2021

Departed: 05/30/2021 (Collinsville)

Obituary Preview: Eli Joe Morrow, age 8 weeks, passed away May 30, 2021 in Collinsville, IL.

Eli was born April 5, 2021 in Downers Grove, IL. He was a wonderful baby who slept through the night. His favorite item was his binky and he loved to listen to the heartbeat of anyone who rocked him. As a young child and adult, there is no doubt he would have been an avid Chicago Bears fan! He was loved and will be sorely missed by his mother, his brother and his sister, along with all who loved him.

Surviving Eli are his mother, Andrea Morrow (Dominic Uzzardo) of Downers Grove, IL; his father, Christopher Basham of Joliet, IL; two sisters, Jaime Bednarz and Destiny Basham and one brother, Jacob Morrow; maternal grandmother, Karen Morrow of Downers Grove, IL; paternal grandmother, Laurie Tidwell of Danville, IL and his wonderful and special aunt, Linda Pfeuffer.

Eli is preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, George Morrow, Jr; his paternal grandfather, Gerald Basham and his Uncle, Mark Kemp.

Memorials may be made to the family to assist in Eli’s final expenses and can be forwarded to Cremation and Memorial Services, 216 E. Main Street, Collinsville, IL 62234. Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.cremationllc.com

A private visitation will be held followed by cremation. No additional services will be held at this time.

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Robert Michael Arguello - January 04, 1956 - March 31, 2021

Departed: 03/31/2021 (Collinsville)

Obituary Preview: Robert Arguello, age 65 of Caseyville, IL, passed away March 31, 2021 at Belleville Memorial Hospital.

Robert was born January 4, 1956 in St. Louis, MO. He loved fishing and would access almost any lake in Illinois to enjoy this hobby. He was a collector of many things, especially die cast model cars and coins. He was an avid gun collector and a member of the NRA. You could often find him attending auctions, flea markets and window shopping for antique cars.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Arguello, Sr. and Margaret Arguello, nee Lopez; and one sister, Trina Nolan.

Surviving Robert are two sisters, Margo (David) Clark and Antonia Arguello, both of Fairmont City, IL; one brother, Joseph (Velva) Arguello of Collinsville, IL; one grandchild, Kimber Lake of Kansas; nieces, Eva (Danny) Carbaugh, Heather (Zach) Forrest, Erica (Jeff) Foster and Alexis Amador; nephews, Tomas (Tiffany) Arguello, Joseph Arguello, III and Christopher Beard; step-nieces, Angela (Petey) Garza, Heather Ralston; and step-nephew, Christopher Rives; along with his beloved and cherished cats, JoJo and Bubba.

Robert will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him. Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.cremationllc.com

Robert will be cremated. A Celebration of Life will be held on April 11, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at the Caseyville VFW, 415 North Long Street, Caseyville, IL 62232.

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Casandra Lynn Baron - August 30, 1998 - March 05, 2021

Departed: 03/05/2021 (Collinsville)

Obituary Preview: Casandra Lynn Baron, age 22 of Belleville, IL, passed away March 5, 2021.

Cassie was born August 30, 1998 in St. Louis, MO. She was extremely intelligent, excelled academically and is described as Ivy League College smart. She loved school, reading, and constantly learning. Cassie enjoyed working out and was always ready to partake in any adventure, which included almost anything, when the opportunity presented itself. She loved to drive and often proclaimed to her passengers that she was a race car driver so, “buckle up!” She and her passengers always made it to their destination safely, often with “12 minutes to spare”. She was always ready to leave for school 30 minutes early, every day, so she could get a large sweet tea from McDonalds. Cassie had a great and unique sense of humor and constantly made people laugh. She was always laughing. You would never see Cassie without a smile on her face. She will be remembered by many as the funniest person they have ever known and could have easily made a career of being a comedian.

Cassie had a “strange obsession…Catsup.” It did not matter how fancy the restaurant, rest assured she would order chicken strips, french fries and a full bottle of catsup.

There is nothing more Cassie wanted in life than a big, happy family. She always wanted to be around her siblings. Cassie loved hugs. She took every chance to hug you even if felt you did not need it. She had the sweetest heart.

She, her sisters and best friend, Shelby Bauer, would often beg her father for his credit card so they could rent and spend days watching the movie, “Jennifer’s Body”. She will be remembered as being the greatest sister anyone could ask for and a very loyal person to anyone who needed her. She would do anything for anyone she loved. Cassie and her cousin, Hailey Ham, were inseparable. They argued like a married couple, but they always made up right away.

Cassie loved her cats, jewelry, and anything with diamonds. She was the type of person you could talk to for hours. She saw the rough side of life but she would sit and talk to you if you were upset, as if nothing was bothering her, just to make you feel better. Cassie loved to color as it took her mind off everything around her.

Surviving Cassie are her parents, Robert (step-mother Samantha) Baron of Barnhart, MO and mother, Angela Fults of Cahokia, IL; sisters, McKenzey Baron of Smithton, IL, Daisy Baron of Okawville, IL, Destiny Rewis of Granite City, IL, and Matilda Baron of Barnhart, MO; brothers, Michael Baron of Cahokia, IL and Jett Baron of Barnhart, MO; step-brother, Charlie Pratt of Barnhart, MO and step-sister, Alyson Phelps of Barnhart, MO; and many uncles. Cassie always knew her Dad loved her, his “Cassie Bear.”

Cassie will be greatly mourned and missed by all who knew and loved her. Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.cremationllc.com

Cassie will be cremated and services will be held at a later date.

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Robert Morris Lewey - March 30, 1974 - February 25, 2021

Departed: 02/25/2021 (Collinsville)

Obituary Preview: Robert Lewey, age 46 of Granite City, IL, passed away February 25, 2021 at his residence.

Robert was born March 30, 1974 in Germany. He loved being outdoors, especially partaking in his favorite hobbies which included fishing, hunting, hiking and camping. He always had to have something to do and was never one to sit still for long. He enjoyed listening to classic heavy metal music. Robert absolutely cherished his family and friends, as they did him, and he will be greatly missed.

Robert was preceded in death by his mother, Joyce Ann Palmer; a sister, Vickie Ann Bergman; and his grandparents, Donna and Otis Palmer.

Surviving Robert are his father, Paul E. Lewey, Jr. of Santa Teresa, NM; his brother, Paul (Cynthia) Lewey, III of Phoenix, AZ; a sister, LaDonna Palmer of Mt. Vernon, IL; along with two nieces, many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.cremationllc.com

Robert will be cremated, and services will be held at a later date.

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Alicia Katherine McDanel - August 04, 1985 - February 13, 2021

Departed: 02/13/2021 (Collinsville)

Obituary Preview: Alicia McDanel, age 35, of Godfrey, IL passed away on Friday, February 13, 2021.

Alicia was born on August 4, 1985 in Alamosa, CO. When she was just over one year old her family moved to Bismarck, ND. They lived in North Dakota for 3 years. In November of 1989 they moved to Montana where Alicia spent most of her life.

She enjoyed the outdoors and loved hiking, camping, and exploring. She collected everything from rocks and sticks to the paper wrappers that restaurants use on their utensils. Even as a child she was a bit Obsessive Compulsive.

She had a strong personality and wanted things her way. As a child she often told friends that disagreed with her that “it was time for them to go home”. She knew what she liked and wanted and would not settle for less.

She was a good negotiator as well. She once made a deal with her dad for a trip to Yellowstone Park. He wanted to go but none of the family wanted to go with him. She agreed to go if he agreed to stop at every gift shop in the park; he agreed, and the adventure was on.

Alicia began to explore the wild side of life in high school. This led to the addiction issues with which she struggled the rest of her very short life.

When Alicia realized she was pregnant with her first son, she stopped using drugs to ensure that he was a bright and healthy baby. The transformation was nothing less than a miracle. While at times she struggled with alcohol and drugs, she made sure to have healthy pregnancies and beautiful children.

Alicia was looking to rekindle the nature of her youth and to teach her children the adventure and joy of exploration. She packed up and moved to Florida. Unfortunately, addiction is not something that can be left behind, even when starting a new adventure. While living in Florida addiction again reared its ugly head. Just 3 months after they arrived in Florida, she decided to join her father in Illinois. But alas, there too, addiction came back into her life and in the end, it took her life.

Alicia was a loving mother who worked tirelessly to support her children and give them all of the love she had to give. Riley, Kooper, and Adela you must always remember that above all things, your mother loved you.

Surviving Alicia are her parents, Gary McDanel of Godfrey, IL and Adelita Trujillo of Harlowton, MT; three children, Riley Davis, Kooper Davis and Adela Davis of Godfrey, IL; two sisters, Amelia McDanel of Portland, OR and Faith Wheeler of Billings, MT; nephews, Aiden Worden of Billings, MT and Ian Worden of Billings, MT; and brother-in-law, Patrick Wheeler of Billings, MT.

Memorials may be made to the family for Alicia’s children and may be forwarded to Cremation and Memorial Services, 216 E. Main Street, Collinsville, IL 62234. Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.cremationllc.com

Alicia will be cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later date.

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Burton James Naberhuis Jr. - February 11, 1944 - January 02, 2021

Departed: 01/02/2021 (Collinsville)

Obituary Preview: Burton James (“Jim”) Naberhuis, Jr., age 76 of Troy, IL, passed away on January 2, 2021 at Memorial Hospital.

Jim was born February 11, 1944 in Denver, Colorado. He was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Jim was also proud of his father, Burton James Naberhuis, Sr. who fought in WWII but perished in a plane crash. Unfortunately, Jim was just a baby when he lost his father, who served in the Army Air Corps. Jim had a life-long interest in airplanes, could identify the type of plane just by hearing its sound, and loved to skydive. He loved all things Marines and had the utmost respect for all military members, past and present. Jim frequently attended Friday fish fries at the American Legion. Jim had a passion for knowledge and robust debate; he earned his Bachelors degree at the University of Maryland.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Burton James Naberhuis, Sr. and Dorotha Beecher, nee Hendrickson, and his third wife, Dian Naberhuis, nee Tanner.

Jim is survived and mourned by his daughter, Karey Sutton, nee Naberhuis of Golden, Colorado; stepchildren, Frankie Rudis of Louisiana, Cathy McCammack of Illinois and Chad Hildreth of Illinois; two grandchildren, Norah Sutton and Ava Sutton of Colorado; step-grandchildren, Jordan Rudis of Louisiana and Cole Rudis of Illinois, Brad McCammack and Jillian McCammack of Illinois, Hunter Hildreth and Holly Anne Hildreth of Illinois; and his first wife and life-long friend, Donna Naberhuis, nee Lower of Maryland.

In honor of Jim, donations can be made to Ministries Unlimited Food Pantry at www.ministriesunlimited.org. Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.cremationllc.com

Jim will be cremated and services will be held at a later date. Interment of ashes will be held at Restlawn Memorial Gardens in Holland, Michigan.

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Carmen "Mark" Barresi - February 25, 1952 - December 30, 2020

Departed: 12/30/2020 (Collinsville)

Obituary Preview: Carmen “Mark” Barresi, age 67 of Pontoon Beach, IL, passed away on December 30, 2020 at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL.

Mark was born February 25, 1952. He enjoyed watching movies of any genre and especially enjoyed watching his favorite sport teams, the St. Louis Cardinals and the St. Louis Blues. One of his many hobbies was collecting sports memorabilia, collecting coins and attending car shows. He will be remembered as being very organized. One of Mark’s favorite past times, outside of playing with his grandchildren, was spending time at Carlyle Lake playing on his jet ski. Rarely did he and his family miss going to the lake on the 4th of July to enjoy watching the fireworks while being on the lake. Mark was extremely proud of his father who was a World War II veteran and was on the Beach of Normandy.

Mark was preceded in death by his parents, Carmen and Dorothy Barresi, nee Gryson.

Surviving are his beloved wife, Cheryl Barresi, nee Agnew; two children, Lance Barresi and Abbie (Michael) Kramer; three step-children, Derek (Sara) Young, Michael (Tracy) Young and Tiffanie (Jesse) Pingel; and six grandchildren. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Memorials may be made to the family to assist in Mark’s final expenses and can be forwarded to Cremation and Memorial Services, 216 E. Main Street, Collinsville, IL 62234. Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.cremationllc.com

Mark will be cremated and no services will be held at this time.

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Richard Bullock - December 26, 1951 - December 27, 2020

Departed: 12/27/2020 (Collinsville)

Obituary Preview: Richard Douglas Bullock, 69, of Worden, Illinois, an attorney and educator, died December 27, 2020 at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL. He had been in declining health following a fall at his home in 2018, which aggravated a spinal injury sustained in a 1976 auto accident. At the time of his death, Richard was being treated for several conditions related to an MRSA infection, including pneumonia, sepsis, and kidney failure. His son and daughter-in-law, Bill and Andrea Bullock, were with him throughout his final hospitalization.

Richard was born December 26, 1951, in Evanston, Illinois. He began his higher studies at the University of Evansville in 1969. Throughout his life, Richard demonstrated a wide range of scholarly interests, eventually accumulating six post-graduate degrees, including master’s degrees in Philosophy, Business Administration, Mathematics, Psychology, and Education, as well as a juris doctorate from Northern Illinois University in 1992. He principally made his living as an attorney from that point, although he continued to teach part-time at both the secondary and college level, mostly in Mathematics and Philosophy.

Richard enjoyed travel and the outdoors, and he especially loved the Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona, which he hiked many times. He was an ever-avid follower of public affairs, and enjoyed discussing politics, philosophy, and many other interests with family and friends. A life-long supporter of civil rights and progressive causes, he once served as the corresponding secretary for the Democratic Party of Nevada. He was an active member of St. Michael’s Episcopal parish in O’Fallon, Illinois.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Jack W. Bullock of Topeka, Kansas, and Bobbie Jo Bullock (née Currie) of Longview, Texas; a son Richard - “Little Ricky” - Bullock, Jr; a sister Judith Bullock of Evansville, Indiana, and a half-brother Ronald Bullock of Ozawkie, Kansas. Surviving are his wife of 13 years, Jodi O’Keeffe of Mexico, Missouri; his son Bill Bullock of Noblesville, Indiana; step children Steven Nelson of Carbondale, Illinois, Andrea Bledsoe of Rockford, Illinois, Timothy Nelson of Champaign, Illinois, Jessi Pflugradt of Tomah, Wisconsin, Jared Olive of Tomah, Wisconsin, and Justin Olive of Sparta, Wisconsin; siblings James L. Bullock of Washington, DC, Rebecca Rathman of Dallas, Texas, and Joan Kohlschmidt of Aubrey, Texas; as well as half-siblings John Bullock of Franklin, Wisconsin, Jennifer Stelter of Larned, Kansas, and Joseph Bullock of Silver Lake, Kansas; and a granddaughter, Bridget Bullock, of Noblesville, Indiana. Richard is also survived by step-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, former students, and friends, many of whom knew him as “Uncle Richard.”

Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.cremationllc.com.

Because of the current COVID-19 pandemic, no services will be held at this time. Richard will be cremated with a memorial service to follow at a later date.

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Jeffery Lynn Blackburn - August 18, 1965 - December 14, 2020

Departed: 12/14/2020 (Collinsville)

Obituary Preview: Jeffery Blackburn, age 55 of Collinsville, IL, passed away on December 14, 2020.

Jeffery was born August 18, 1965 in Centreville, IL. He was an avid baseball and hockey fan. His favorite teams were the St. Louis Cardinals and St. Louis Blues. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR racing, with Jeff Gordon being his favorite driver. Jeffery truly embraced gospel music, especially Christian rock. He very much was a man of faith and made it a priority in his life to worship our Lord. He enjoyed volunteering at his church, Rivers of Life Community Church and took pride in being a volunteer Worship Pastor at Solid Rock Church.

Jeffery was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Tommie Blackburn, nee Riddle.

Surviving are his daughter, Candace Eads, nee Blackburn of Collinsville; and three brothers, David (Theresa) Blackburn of Florida, Paul (Nicole) Blackburn of Florida, and Michael Blackburn of Florida; and grandchildren, Cathay Eads, James Eads and Ryan Eads.

In honor of Jeffery, donations can be made to Rivers of Life Church at 3201 East 23rd Street, Granite City, IL 62040. Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.cremationllc.com

Per the family’s request, Jeffery will be cremated and no services will be held at this time.

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Mark Joseph Wieberg - July 04, 1964 - December 10, 2020

Departed: 12/10/2020 (Collinsville)

Obituary Preview: Mark Wieberg, age 56 of Wood River, IL, passed away on December 10, 2020 in Granite City, IL.

Mark enjoyed relaxing by playing games on his phone and listening to Christian metal music. He excelled at woodworking which was his hobby. He built many keepsakes which include a hope chest, coffee table and shelves for his home. He enjoyed collecting and building model cars.

Mark was preceded in death by his parents, Wilbert and Helen Wieberg, nee Brenner; and one sister, Wilberta (Jerry) Randolph.

Surviving are his wife, Mariam Wieberg, nee Mansor; stepchildren, Steven (Jessica) Jantzen, Christina Johnson and Jessica Sutton; one brother, Michael Wieberg; and four grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to the family to assist in Mark’s final expenses and can be forwarded to Cremation and Memorial Services, 216 E. Main Street, Collinsville, IL 62234. Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.cremationllc.com

Per the family’s wishes, Mark will be cremated, and no services will be held at this time.

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Charles Clifford Casey Jr. - December 11, 1949 - November 09, 2020

Departed: 11/09/2020 (Collinsville)

Obituary Preview: Charles “Charlie” Casey, Jr., age 70 of Caseyville, IL, passed away on November 9, 2020.

Charlie was born December 11, 1949 at Scott Air Force Base. He had a passion of collecting toy trains and devoted an entire room to this hobby, along with collecting diecast classic cars. He enjoyed traveling and spending time at the ocean, where you could find him riding his boogie board. Charlie was an avid dancer and could best be described as very suave and debonair. Charlie was an avid bird collector, owned many parrots and cockatiels and loved to hear them sing and talk. He was a very devoted husband and friend who will be greatly missed.

Charlie was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Clifford Casey, Sr. and Bienvenida Casey, nee Rivera-Mendez.

Surviving are his beloved wife, Toni Casey; three children, Charles “Charlie” (Tina) Casey, III, Dustin Hawkins and Bradley (Sam) Hawkins; two sisters, Iris Casey, and Linda (Mike) Vujnich; three brothers, Rick (Kathy) Casey, Dennis (Becky) Casey and Jerry (Cindy) Casey; grandchildren and his “best and forever friends” Don and Laura Carosello. Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.cremationllc.com

Per Charlie’s request, he will be cremated and no services will be held.

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Dr. Richard Alan Moore - January 06, 1948 - October 03, 2020

Departed: 10/03/2020 (Collinsville)

Obituary Preview: Dr. Richard A. Moore, age 72 of Collinsville, IL, passed away on October 3, 2020 at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL.

Richard was born January 6, 1948 in La Harpe, Illinois. He graduated from Carthage High School and then went on to attend Drake University where he received his Bachelor’s degree and was an active member of the Theta Chi fraternity. He later received his Doctorate in optometry from Pacific University. He started his first optometry practice in Oregon before eventually moving back to Carthage to take over his father’s practice. He finished his career as an optometrist with ShopKo in Monmouth, Illinois. Throughout his career he was very active in both the American Optometric Association and Illinois Optometric Association. He served in community organizations throughout his life, including the Rotary while living in Oregon and also the Carthage Kiwanis. He was also quite active in politics, serving as President of the Carthage School Board, a member of the Hancock County Board, and he also ran for Illinois State Representative. Richard was an avid musician and enjoyed his time in various bands, including his original high school band the “Wildcats” band where he could most often be seen on the bass guitar.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Emory R. and Betty Jane Moore, nee Baldwin.

Surviving are his children, Dr. Shannon (Jeremy) Hindahl of Collinsville, IL; David (Bridget) Moore of St. Louis, MO and Michael Moore of Indiana; brother Dr. James R. (Betsy) Moore of Minnesota and grandson, Asher Hindahl of Collinsville, IL. Donations can be made in honor of Richard to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society at www.multiplemssociety.org Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.cremationllc.com

Per the family’s request, he will be cremated and services will be held at a later date.

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Alexander "Al" Haas - June 01, 1963 - August 28, 2020

Departed: 08/28/2020 (Collinsville)

Obituary Preview: Alexander “Al” Haas, age 57 of Collinsville, IL, passed away on August 28, 2020 at his residence with his loving family by his side.

Al was born June 1, 1963 in East St. Louis, Illinois. Al was employed as a laborer at Labor Local 44 in Collinsville. Prior to being a proud union worker, he was employed at Fairmont Racetrack for over 30 years. He enjoyed working and will be remembered as being a workaholic. Al was very much an outdoorsman and loved nature. His favorite past time was fishing, hunting and taking walks in the woods enjoying nature. On the weekends you could find him working at his Clubhouse and drinking coffee on the front porch. He enjoyed playing horseshoes for over 20 years. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend who will be greatly missed. Al made friends wherever he went, and his conversation and stories will be cherished by all who met him.

Al was preceded in death by his parents, John and Marie Haas, nee Brewer.

Surviving are his beloved wife, Linda Haas, to whom he shared his life with for over 39 years, and they have shared 36 years of marriage; his two daughters, Natalie Hays of Collinsville, Illinois and Katie Seib of Collinsville, Illinois; four sisters, Johna Maxwell of Georgia, Irene (Don) Coffey of Indiana, Loretta (Pat) Pittman of Georgia and Stephanea (Shelby) Boyce of Illinois, and one brother, John L. (Susan) Haas of Tennessee; three grandchildren, Jesse Fuentes, IV of Collinsville, Illinois, Jocelynn Fisk of Collinsville, Illinois and Leela Fisk of Collinsville, Illinois. He is also known as “Uncle Al” by several nieces, nephews and friends. Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.cremationllc.com

Per Al’s request, he will be cremated and no services will be held at this time.

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Helene McGee - April 19, 1944 - July 05, 2020

Departed: 07/05/2020 (Collinsville)

Obituary Preview: Helene McGee, nee Koppel, age 76 of Collinsville, IL, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2020 at Collinsville Rehabilitation and Health Care Center.

Helene was born April 19, 1944 in Washington, DC. Helene was an extremely talented singer. She loved singing Jazz, Swing and Big Band style music. She made a living with her angelic voice working many lounge circuits and truly enjoyed spending time with other musicians. She always had a love for animals, especially dogs.

Helene was preceded in death by her parents, Sidney and Mildred Koppel, nee Lipman.

Surviving are her sisters, Rita Koppel of North Carolina, Diane (John) McAfee of Georgia, Deborah (Jeff) Blom of Florida and Mimi (Kirk) McConnell of Georgia. Memorial donations may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society in Helene’s name at www.nationalmssociety.org Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.cremationllc.com

Helene will be cremated and no services will be held at this time.

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Brenda J. Mitchell - August 02, 1951 - March 30, 2020

Departed: 03/30/2020 (Collinsville)

Obituary Preview: Brenda J. Mitchell, 68, of Granite City, IL, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2020 at Gateway Regional Hospital in Granite City, IL.

Brenda was born August 2, 1951 in St. Louis MO. She was raised catholic, worked as a postal worker at the St. Louis Downtown Post Office and was s a retired union postal worker. She loved being with her grandchildren, going to movies, shopping and enjoying people. She was a caring, loving person.

Brenda was preceded in death by her parents, Leo and Irene Clavin and a brother Ronnie Clavin.

Surviving are her daughter Patricia Clark of Granite City, IL; grandchildren, Hannah Clark and Michael Held.

Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.cremationllc.com.

At the family’s request cremation will be held and memorial services will be held at a later date.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including biographical information, details about their life, and information about funeral services or memorial events.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to honor and celebrate the life of the deceased, while also providing important information to friends, family, and community members. They can also help to notify people of the passing and provide closure.

Who typically writes an obituary?

The responsibility of writing an obituary usually falls on the family members or close friends of the deceased. In some cases, a funeral home or mortuary may assist with writing the obituary.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, cause of death (optional), survivors (family members), predeceased relatives, accomplishments, hobbies, and information about funeral services or memorial events.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary, but it's generally recommended to keep it concise and to the point. Aim for around 150-200 words.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many newspapers and online obituary platforms allow you to include one or more photos of the deceased. This can help to make the obituary more personal and meaningful.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, typically including only basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary, on the other hand, provides more detailed information about the person's life and legacy.

Where can I publish an obituary?

Obituaries can be published in local newspapers, online obituary platforms, funeral home websites, and social media. You can also create a memorial website or blog to share the obituary and other memories of the deceased.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the platform or newspaper. Some online platforms offer free or low-cost options, while traditional newspapers may charge by the word or line.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, it's becoming increasingly popular for people to write their own obituaries in advance. This can be a therapeutic exercise and ensure that your life story is told in your own words.

What if I don't have any family members to write my obituary?

In this case, a friend or acquaintance may step in to write the obituary. Alternatively, some funeral homes or hospices may offer assistance with writing an obituary.

Can I include humor in an obituary?

Absolutely! Obituaries don't have to be somber and serious. Including humorous anecdotes or quotes can help to capture the personality of the deceased and bring comfort to those who are grieving.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

Contact the newspaper's obituary department directly to inquire about their submission process and deadlines. Be prepared to provide the written obituary and any accompanying photos or documents.

Can I edit an obituary after it's been published?

This may be possible depending on the platform or newspaper. However, it's essential to proofread carefully before submitting the obituary to avoid errors.

How long does it take for an obituary to be published?

The timeframe for publishing an obituary varies depending on the platform or newspaper. Online platforms may publish immediately, while traditional newspapers may take several days or even weeks.

Can I include charitable donations in an obituary?

Yes, many families choose to include information about charitable donations in lieu of flowers. This can be a meaningful way to honor the deceased and support a worthy cause.

What if I want to keep the funeral private?

If you prefer not to disclose funeral service details publicly, you can simply omit this information from the obituary or indicate that services will be private.

Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?

Absolutely! Including meaningful quotes, lyrics, or poems can add depth and personality to the obituary.

How do I handle corrections or updates to an already-published obituary?

Contact the platform or newspaper directly to report any errors or request changes. They will guide you through their correction process.

Can I republish an old obituary for a future anniversary or special occasion?

Yes, many online platforms allow you to republish an existing obituary for future dates. This can be a meaningful way to honor the deceased on special occasions.

Are there any specific guidelines for writing an LGBTQ+ inclusive obituary?

Yes, it's essential to use respectful language and acknowledge same-sex relationships or gender identity when writing an LGBTQ+ inclusive obituary. Consult with LGBTQ+ organizations or resources for guidance if needed.

Can I include pets in an obituary?

Absolutely! Many families consider pets as beloved members of their family. Including them in the obituary can be a touching tribute.

How do I preserve an online obituary for future generations?

You can save a copy of the online obituary as a PDF or print it out for safekeeping. Additionally, some online platforms offer archiving services to ensure permanent preservation.

Can I write multiple versions of an obituary for different audiences?

Yes, you may want to create different versions of the obituary tailored to specific groups, such as colleagues, friends, or family members. Just be sure to keep each version respectful and accurate.

What if I'm unsure about what information to include in an obituary?

DON'T hesitate to reach out to family members, friends, or a funeral home for guidance. They can help you determine what information is appropriate and necessary for the obituary.