Jul 16, 2026

James "Jim" Oglesby, 86 of Columbia, IL, born January 19, 1940 in St. Louis, MO, passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2026 at High Point Residence in Waterloo, IL.

Jim enjoyed golfing, traveling, woodworking and most importantly spending time with Mary Lou the love of his life for 53 years, as well as their children and grandchildren....

Jul 7, 2026

Geraldine "Gerry" (Gulledge) Meyer, nee Dement, 96, of Festus, Missouri, formerly  of Cahokia, Illinois, born May 18, 1930 in Broseley, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at Crystal Oaks Long term Care in Festus, Missouri.

She was formerly employed at the Cahokia Animal Clinic for 16 years; Touchette Regional Medical Office, and The Cahokia...

Jul 3, 2026

Corrinne Teresa (Holzum) Tenholder, 90, of Waterloo, Illinois, passed peacefully from this life on July 3, 2026. Born on April 30, 1936, in Leopold, Missouri, to Edward and Josie Holzum, she carried a deep love for her family throughout a long and beautifully lived life.

On May 21, 1955, in Glennon, Missouri, she was united in marriage...

Jul 2, 2026

John R. Braun, 91, of Fairview Heights, Illinois, born July 5, 1934 in Centreville, Illinois, died on Thursday, July 2, 2026 at Dammert Nursing Center at Our Lady of the Snows in Belleville, Illinois.

John was retired from O'Neil Lumber Company in East St. Louis, IL, after 42 years. He loved to travel and go camping. He...

Jun 26, 2026

Michelle A. Melendez, 48, of Cahokia, Illinois, born November 10, 1977 in New York, New York, died Friday, June 26, 2026 at her residence.

She was an avid fan of the "Hocus Pocus" movies. She loved being with her children and other family members. She enjoyed coloring in coloring books and loved to cook. At one time...

Jun 24, 2026

Arvil E. O'Guinn of Cahokia, IL., born November 28, 1931 in Truman, AR., passed away on June 24, 2026 at Memorial Hospital in Shiloh, IL.

Preceded in death by his wife Lucille M. O'Guinn nee Sitzes, 2 brothers; Bill and Gregory O'Guinn. 1 sister June Benson.

Surviving are his children; Roxanna (William) Haynes of Millstadt,...

Jun 22, 2026

Michael "Mike" J. Brawn, 77, of Columbia, Illinois, born July 22, 1948 in East St. Louis, Illinois, died Monday, June 22, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.

Mike was a retired professional counselor from Educational Therapy Center in Collinsville, IL.  He was a U.S. Army veteran. He was a member of Bethany Church in...

Jun 16, 2026

Bobbie Ray Comte, 83, of Cahokia, Illinois, born December 14, 1942 in Murphysboro, Illinois, died Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at St. Paul's Home in Belleville, Illinois.

Bobbie retired from PD George & Co. in St. Louis, MO, in April 2007, after many years of service.  He was a member of the NSRA, National Street Rod Association. He...

Jun 10, 2026

Caroline Marie Evans, of Maryville IL passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at St. Joseph's Hospital in St. Charles MO.

Born in St. Louis MO on August 19, 1941, she was raised by her parents Hazel, nee Thompson and Elmer Evans alongside her brother, William and sisters Elmira, Dorothy, Sophronia and Patricia.

She...

Jun 8, 2026

Ryta June Procasky nee Saltzman June 17, 1945 – June 8, 2026

Ryta June Procasky was born in Pinckneyville, IL to Carl and Elsie Marie, nee Eader, Saltzman. She moved on from her earthly life at Cedarhurst of Waterloo Assisted Living on Monday, June 8, 2026.

Ryta enjoyed quilting for her family, biking, camping, boating...