All Obituaries 

Deborah G. Gischer, age 70, of Fairview Heights, IL, born on September 16, 1953, in St. Paul, MN, died on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at home with her loving family by her side. Debi was a LPN and worked for nursing homes, hospitals, and the St. Clair County jail.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Erwin and Loretta, nee Wolf Utech. Debi is survived by her husband, Terry Gischer, Sr.; her daughters, Jennifer Blesener of Clearwater, FL, and Chelsey Utech-Gischer of Fairview...

Rosalie Marie Vitale, nee Skrabacz, 95, of Belleville, IL, born July 18, 1928, passed away Friday, April 12, 2024, at her home in Belleville, IL surrounded by her loved ones. Rose was a homemaker for all her adult life, dedicating her time and love to her husband, children, and grandchildren. Rose was known for her wonderful cooking and baking. Family and friends always loved her food and Rose would just light up when someone complimented her. Rose was also a talented seamstress, making...

Linda F. Hernandez, age 76, of St. Louis, MO, born on May 16, 1947, in Davenport, IA, died on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at her home with her family by her side. Cooking and baking for the family were some of Linda’s favorite family traditions.  She also loved fishing, old westerns and collecting antiques. She was preceded in death by her son, David Nydegger; her parents, Dionisio and Alberta, nee Soto Morales; and her sister, Helen Hernandez. Linda is survived by her husband,...

Connie Sue Haege, nee Stokes, age 67, of Swansea, IL, born on July 27, 1956, in, East St. Louis, IL, died on March 28, 2024, at Evelyn’s House, Creve Coeur, MO. Connie was a Registered Oncology Nurse at Memorial Hospital, Belleville, IL and The Cancer Treatment Center in Swansea, IL. In over 30 years as a nurse, she helped care for and comfort countless individuals and families dealing with difficult medical struggles.  She always put other’s comfort and care before her own...

Aurelia M. “Sis” Bain, nee Petrini of Fairview Heights, IL, went to be with her ancestors on March 27, 2024, 4 days after her 99th birthday. “Sis” led a very full and long life. She was born in St. Louis, MO to an immigrant mother from the Austro-Hungarian Empire and an immigrant father from Italy (Tuscany region) who met and married in the St. Louis area. She enjoyed school, loved to roller skate, walk and bike ride all over Forest Park in St. Louis growing up, and...

Frank William Vlcek, 87, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2023, in Sarasota, Florida.  Frank was born on September 13, 1936, in East St. Louis, Illinois.Frank was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.  His gentle manner, warm smile and Big Bear Hugs will be missed by all who knew and loved him.Frank was a proud 30-year (1955-1985) Air Force Veteran, retiring as a Chief Master Sergeant.  He served around the world as a weather forecaster, solar...

Charles Edward Piper, age 95, formerly of Fairview Heights, Illinois, passed away March 23, 2024 in Wytheville, Virginia. He was born March 9, 1929 in Hiseville, Kentucky to Chris and Lilly B. (Emmitt) Piper. He was preceded in death by his wife, Anna Christine (Riley) Piper; daughters, Paula Jean Piper, Teleana (Tina) Gray and Vickie Piper; grandsons, Richard Jones II and Bobby Taylor; great grandson, Devon Joe Piper; sisters, Alma (Piper) Herrington, twins, Aleen and Pauleen Piper and...

Lori Ann “Ruby” Cooper, age 59, of Cahokia, IL, born on January 30, 1965, in Mesquite, TX, died on Friday, March 22, 2024, at her residence.        Lori Ann loved to spend as much time as possible with her grandchildren.  She was a loving mother, and grandmother and we will miss her terribly. She was preceded in death by her father, Howard Cooper; her mother, Dorothy Cooper; her sons, James Robert Herndon, Jr., and Billy Jack Herndon; her...

Arlan W. Francis, age 76, of Collinsville, Il, born on October 1, 1947 in Jena, Louisiana, died on  March 21, 2024 at Memorial Hospital, Belleville, IL. Arlan  worked for 37 years as a systems Analyst in accounts payable at Ameren Electric Missouri. He loved Bass fishing  all over the United States. Arlan was involved with several Bass clubs in the area and was president of Side Trax Bass Club.  He was a former Cub Scout leader and Den leader.  He loved hunting...

Jiviben Baldevbhai Patel, age 69, of Caseyville, IL, born on June 1, 1954, in Akhaj Gujarat, died on March 21, 2024, in Caseyville, IL. Funeral and Besanu will be at Kassly Mortuary, Ltd., Fairview Heights, IL, on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. onwards.