Obituaries

Mar 9, 2020

Doris I. (nee Woelfert) Kopac

Entered into rest on March 9, 2020 at the age of 90. Beloved wife of the late Jerome Kopac. Loving mother of Richard (Mary Jane), Donald (Gerianne), Thomas (Terri), Gary (Darlene) Kopac, Sharon (Gregory) Veile, and Linda (David) Spellmeyer; dear grandmother; dear great grandmother; aunt, cousin, and friend...

Mar 8, 2020

Trokey, Charles F.

Passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the age of 84. Dear brother of Tommy (Connie) Trokey; dear uncle, great uncle and great, great uncle, cousin, and friend. If desired Memorial contributions may be made to an organization of your choice.

Charles was a quiet man that was close to his...

Mar 7, 2020

Behnen, Rose Marie (nee Schulte)

Entered into eternal rest peacefully on Saturday, March 7, 2020 at the age of 89.

Loving wife of the late Richard F. Behnen; dear mother of Peggy (Dan) Klipsch and Ric (Amy) Behnen; dearest grandmother of Anna & David Klipsch and Jeremy & Ryan Behnen; dear sister of the late...

Mar 6, 2020

Chenot, Albert L. Jr., Baptized into the hope of Christ’s resurrection on Friday, March 6, 2020, at age 87.  Best friend for 64 years and loving husband for 57 years of the late Marilyn M. Chenot (nee Sartori).  Beloved father of Lisa (Paul) Harrington, Michael Chenot, Marilyn (Douglas) Beck and Albert (Lisa) Chenot.  Dear grandfather of Laura,...

Mar 6, 2020

Cheeley, John T. Asleep in Jesus March 6, 2020.  Loving father of Austin & Allison Cheeley, Beloved son of Marilyn Cheeley (Knollhoff); Dear brother of David Cheeley and Christy (Tim) Stansifer.  Dear uncle and friend to many.

SERVICES; Funeral Wed. 11 am at Abiding Savior Lutheran Church. Visitation Tues. 4-8 pm at JOHN L.  ZIEGENHEIN & SONS...

Mar 5, 2020

Engert, Geraldine (nee Lexa) asleep in Jesus on Thursday, March 5, 2020 at age 86.  Beloved wife of the late Harry E. Engert.

Beloved mother of William (Cecelia) Engert and Robert (Mary) Engert Sr., Michelle (Michael) Caldwell, Terry Ann (Jonathan) Kitzmiller, and like a son, Richard Kinkade.

Loving grandmother of Joshua (Christina) Engert, Jacob (Heather)...

Mar 4, 2020

Wangler, Robert

Entered into rest on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at the age of 71.

Beloved husband of Frances Wilkerson; stepfather of James (Kathy) Wilkerson and Matthew Wilkerson; grandfather of four; brother of Gary (Ellen) Wangler and Debbie (Ward) Twyford; dear uncle, cousin, and friend.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be...

Mar 4, 2020

Phyllis C. Bolle (nee Emerick) was born August 1, 1924 in Vandalia, Illinois to the late Harold & Hazel (nee Lawson) Emerick.   She passed away peacefully at the age of 95 on Wednesday, March 4, 2020.

She was preceded in death by her husband Roy L. Bolle; siblings, Marion Emerick and Virginia Obergoenner.

She is...

Mar 3, 2020

Lehr, Robert W. “Bob” asleep in Jesus on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at age 84. Beloved husband of Carole M. Lehr (Nee Stock) for 46 years and the late Grace Rosalie Lehr (nee Hinck).  Beloved father of Judy (Mark) Maichel, Nancy (Jeff) Crawford and Chris Alexander.  Loving grandfather of Nathan (Caroline) Maichel, Gabe (Emily) Maichel, Joel Maichel, Luke Maichel,...

Mar 3, 2020

Ronald D. Kirnbauer, Sr., 77, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2020 of lung cancer surrounded by his loving family.  He leaves his wife of 56 years, Aline (Thomure) Kirnbauer; son, Ronald (Sharon) Kirnbauer, Jr.; daughters Kathleen (Patrick) Mahoney and Patricia (John) McAlister; five grandchildren: Joshua (Kaylynn), Lane, Kristen, Ian and Elise; and one great-grandchild, Luke.  Wonderful brother, brother-in-law, uncle,...

Feb 29, 2020

Busch, Marie C., (nee Heck) asleep in Jesus on Saturday, February 29, 2020, at the age of 85.

Beloved wife of the late Robert W. Busch; mother of Robert W. (the late Linda) Busch, Jr., Karen (the late Richard) Martin and William Busch; grandmother of seven; great-grandmother of seven; sister of Martin C. (Boni) Heck; dear sister-in-law, aunt,...

Feb 28, 2020

Kirby, Jean E. (nee Wende) 68 Passed away on Friday, Feb. 28, 2020.

Beloved mother of Dave (Becca) Kirby and Susie (Scott) Nutter; grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend.

In lieu of flowers Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association.

Services: Visitation Fri. 3/6, from 10am-12:15pm at John L. Ziegenhein...

Feb 26, 2020

Earley, Violet P. (nee Bender, 98) passed away peacefully Feb 26. Beloved mother of Dennis (Shelia), Mark and the late Diane (Tom) Behrmann; wife of the late Emil Earley; grandmother of Christopher Behrmann, Saliena Dowd, Camaron Earley and David Taylor; loving great grandmother, aunt and friend. Visitation at Ziegenhein Funeral Home, South County, from 4-7 pm Feb 28.  Service...

Feb 24, 2020

Feldt, Hazel C.

97, Nee Friederich, Born Aug. 18, 1922 and passed away on Feb. 24, 2020. Preceded in death by her loving husband, Bernard L. Feldt and daughter, Marilyn Breeding and son-in-laws, Michael Breeding and William Stattman. Survived by her seven (7) children, Sharon (Ken) Clemens, Elaine Stattman, Shirley (Terry) Hasis, Joan (Jerry) Schmidt, Kevin (Laura)...

Feb 23, 2020

Sharon K. Overall

69. Entered into rest on Sunday, February 23rd, 2020. She is survived by her daughters; Sherri (Thomas) Schaefer, Janet Overall, Dana (Justin) Riggs; grandchildren, Kristopher Overall, Brooklyn Wilson, Alyssa Schaefer, Rachel Schaefer, and Dylan Wilson; siblings Dottie Taylor, Sandra Braddy, Michael Henthorn, and Frederick Henthorn; She is preceded in death...

Feb 21, 2020

We come together to celebrate the life of Steven Gregg Butler, which ended here on earth February 21, 2020, at 58 years old. Steve was a humble leader who loved his family and friends.  He found enjoyment in the outdoors including fishing, camping, skiing, landscaping, hiking, and relaxing with those around him.  His two boys, Brian and Craig, grew...

Feb 18, 2020

Anthony M. “Red” Phinney

47, passed away on February 18, 2020. Beloved son of Linda Blackwell (nee Phinney). Loving father of Chelsey (Michael Gorges) Phinney, Chivina Johnson, Carla Phinney and Anthony Phinney, Jr. Grandfather of Xadrian and Ezra Johnson. Nephew to Judy Woodson and Darlene Kapeller.  Dear cousin and friend. Memorial donations to Backstoppers.

Feb 16, 2020

Fred "Iceman" Steinert Jr.

Entered into rest on Sunday, February 16th, 2020 at the age of 75. Loving husband of the late Roberta Gayle Steinert; dear brother of Fran (Wendy) Steinert; dear father of Lynne (Eric) Steinert and Cynthia Steinert; dear grandfather of Nicole Steinert; dear stepfather of Connie (Phil) Timmons; dear step-grandfather...

Feb 15, 2020

Bernard Russell “Russ” Nunley

81. Russ is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Jacqueline Ann Nunley; children Cheryl Lyons, Karen (George) Francis, Keith Nunley, and Mark Nunley; grandchildren Nicole Lyons, Angela (Casey) Marshall, Cory Francis, and Austin Nunley; great grandson Remington Jones; sister Judy Dieckmann. He is preceded in death by...

Feb 14, 2020

McConnell, William C. “Bill” Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church on February 14, 2020.  Beloved husband of the late Augustine “Auggie” McConnell (nee Dattilo);  Loving uncle of  Judith Herron, Robert (Karen) Baker, Barbara (Alan) Rogg and the late William G. Baker;  dear son of the late Helen & Robert McConnell;  dear brother of the late Helen (George)...