Walter Landgraf

Walter William Landgraf, most recently of Ellisville, Mo., died peacefully Oct. 9, 2018, at the Ames Family Hospice House, Westlake, Ohio.

He was born Nov. 8, 1927, in the “birthing room” of his Grandfather Vogt’s former home in Columbia, son of Walter Gustave and Virginia Otillia Landgraf (nee Vogt).

He was married to Jean Marie Landgraf (nee Donovan) for 62 years; she preceded him in death.

Walter, or “Walter Bob” as he was known in and around Columbia, serendipitously met Jean (eternal gratitude to Lillian Ortman and the late Robert Donovan) on Oct. 29, 1949, at a dance at Turner Hall in Columbia. Walter always maintained that it was a classic case of true love at first sight for him. They married March 31, 1951, in chapel No. 10 of Fort Bliss, Texas, shortly after Walter began to serve in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.

Walter and Jean ultimately made their home for 45 years in Ballwin, Mo. Walter worked for McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing) as a systems analyst for 30 years.

Walter and Jean traveled extensively throughout North America and abroad, both before and after retiring in 1992. Walter enjoyed photography (“Picture your memories!”), parades, puns, “playing at” playing the piano, Puccini (preferably without the words), reading, always learning new things, listening to classical music and the marches of John Philip Sousa, dancing, and singing many older religious hymns and the popular songs of his younger years, especially “Skylark” (Jean’s favorite) and “Danny Boy.”

He, just like Jean, loved animals, and fully shared her particularly strong love of dogs. But above all, he loved and cherished his wife, his children and their families, his relatives and his friends. He lived a long and remarkably full, rich life and will be truly missed by all whose lives he touched. And they were many.

He was the beloved husband for nearly 62 years of the late Jean Marie Landgraf (nee Donovan); loving father of Steven (Jean) Landgraf of Lakewood, Ohio, and the late Theresa “Terri” (survived by James) Lee of Ellisville, Mo.; dear grandfather of Valerie (Scott) Mason of Chicago, Jennifer Huang of Ellisville, Mo., Jalene Huang and partner Alex Monroe of Chicago, and Jevon (Katie) Huang of Chicago; dear brother of Nancy (Alan) Machmer of Lincoln, Neb., and the late Florine (Julian) Burks of Columbia; great-grandfather, father-in-law, brother-in-law, great-uncle, uncle, cousin and friend.

He was a lifelong consummate master of “The Dash,” an inspirational poem by Linda Ellis (TheDashPoem.com).

A memorial visitation will be 1-2 p.m. Feb. 2, 2019, at St. Martin’s Episcopal Church, 15764 Clayton Road, Ellisville, Mo.

A memorial service will follow at 2 p.m., at the church.

The family respectfully suggests that any memorial contributions for Walter be made to the Humane Society of Missouri or another charitable organization if preferred.

Plans for a Celebration of Life for Walter, to be held later in 2019, are pending.

Arrangements were handled by Schrader Funeral Home and Crematory.

Family and friends may sign the family’s online guestbook at Schrader.com.

Wilfred A. Roscow, Jr.

Wilfred A. Roscow, Jr., 66, of Waterloo, died Oct. 19, 2018, at his home.

He was born July 26, 1952, in Belleville, son of the late Wilfred A. and Alma Agatha Roscow Sr. (nee Wolfe).

He married Vickie Simmons on Sept. 10, 1984, in Pasadena, Texas; she died March 26, 1997.

After graduating from Southwestern Illinois College, he moved to New Orleans, La., due to a job transfer and then to Houston, Texas, to work for Superior Oil Co. as a maintenance technician in offshore wells, where he worked for many years. He later returned to Illinois to be with his family.

Surviving are his sisters, Patricia (George) Deterding of Prairie du Rocher and Kathryn (Daniel) DeVan of Belleville; his nieces and nephews, Rebecca (Roger) Rice of Waterloo, James Deterding, Teresa Ehret and Alan (Amy) Deterding, all of Red Bud; along with great-nieces, great-nephews and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, nephew Douglas Deterding and his lifelong friend, Joey Ripplinger.

Visitation is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 3, at Creason Funeral Home, Millstadt.

Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Nov. 3, at the funeral home, Monsignor Marvin Volk officiating.

Inurnment will be held at a later date at St. James Catholic Cemetery, Millstadt.

Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association and will be received at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be made at www.CreasonFuneralHome.com.

Stephen P. “Steve”Jones

Stephen P. “Steve” Jones, 68, of Waterloo, died Oct. 26, 2018, in St. Louis. 

He was born Aug. 19, 1950, in Palestine, son of the late Denzil and Nellie Jones (nee Richart).

He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Waterloo.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving with the Seabees, and was a member of the Waterloo American Legion.

He retired from the Chrysler truck plant after 31 years of employment and was a member of United Auto Workers Local.

He is survived by his wife, Marcia Jones (nee Straub); children David (Shelly) Jones, Sarah Jones and Michael (special friend Kari Doyle) Jones; grandchildren Emma, Logan and Mariah; brothers Gene (Peggy) Jones and Carl (Sue) Jones; and sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Larry Jones and Jesse Jones.

Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Oct. 31, at Quernheim Funeral Home, Waterloo, and 9-10 a.m. Nov. 1, at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Waterloo.

Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Nov. 1, at the church, Pastor Tony Troup officiating.

Interment will follow at Kolmer Memorial Cemetery, Waterloo.

As an expression of sympathy the family prefers memorial contributions to the family.

Vera J. Whiteside

Vera J. Whiteside, 79, of Red Bud, died at 9:56 a.m. Oct. 28, 2018, at her residence.

She was born April 15, 1939, in Ava, daughter of the late Kermit and Dorothy Lewis (nee Burnett).  

Vera married Jesse Harry Whiteside on Sept. 26, 1956, in Red Bud; he survives.  

She was a homemaker and was also an in-home daycare provider.  

Vera had attended St. Peter’s United Church of Christ in Red Bud and St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in Waterloo. She also attended Adult Fellowship at St. Peter’s, where she helped with the Youth Group and Bible School. 

Vera was instrumental in starting and also coached the youth softball league in the Red Bud area in the early 1970s.  

Survivors include her husband, Jesse Whiteside; children Ginger Whiteside of Red Bud, Kimberly Crowell of Red Bud and John (Joy) Whiteside of Waterloo; brother Donald Lewis of Merrimack, N.H.; grandchildren John Adam Whiteside, Michael Feehan, Brian (Rachael) Crowell, Andrew (Caitlin) Crowell, Bradley (Sarah) Whiteside, Janet (Jordan) Bessler, Whitney (Zach) Dunker and Jessica Whiteside; great-grandchildren Kerrigan and Oliver Crowell, Jackson and Violet Crowell and Jaclyn and Jaxson Bessler; along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends

She was preceded in death by her parents, son John Arthur Whiteside, son-in-law Warren Crowell, brothers Freddie Lewis and Miles Lewis, and sisters Allene Schulties, Roberta Newman and Elizabeth Moore.

Per her wishes, Vera was cremated.

A private inurnment was held at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis.

Veronica L. “Bonnie” Rieso

Veronica L. “Bonnie” Rieso

Veronica L. “Bonnie” Rieso (nee Parker), 75, of Waterloo, died Oct. 29, 2018, in St. Louis.

She was born Jan. 28, 1943, in Belleville, daughter of the late Elmer J. and Veronica J. Parker (nee Klein).

Bonnie was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church in Hecker.

She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, gardening and fishing.

She is survived by her husband Joseph R. Rieso, to whom she was married for 54 years; daughter Janet (Mike) Schwartz; special grandchildren Travis (Taylor Fuegner) Schwartz and Taylor (Luke Grimm) Schwartz; sister and brothers Melvin (Barb) Parker, Marian (Darrell) Hein and Kenny Parker; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law Betty Patterson, Frannie (Darrell) Quirin, Delores (Lloyd) Heuring, Dennis (Nanette) Rieso, Rosie (Brian) Funk and Jerry (Donna) Miller; along with nieces, nephews and cousins.

Veronica was preceded in death by her parents, sister Catherine Miller, father-in-law and mother-in-law Raymond and Josephine Rieso, sister-in-law Arlene Rieso and brothers-in-law Jack Blake and Pat Patterson.

Visitation was Oct. 30-31, at St. Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Church, Hecker.

A funeral Mass was celebrated Oct. 31, at the church, Father Von Deeke officiating.

Interment followed at St. Augustine Cemetery, Hecker. 

As an expression of sympathy the family prefers memorial contributions in the form of Masses or to St. Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Church, Hecker.

Anna Margaret Luth
Anna Margaret Luth, 94, of Columbia, died Oct. 24, 2018, in Columbia.
Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Nov. 1, and 9-10 a.m. Nov. 2, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Columbia.
A funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Nov. 2, at the church, Fr. Carl Scherrer officiating.
Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery, St. Louis.

Marilyn J. Frasure
Marilyn J. Frasure (nee Niemann), 75 of Columbia, died Oct. 25, 2018, at Mercy Hospital South, St. Louis.
Visitation was Oct. 30-31, at  Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Columbia.
A funeral Mass was Oct. 31, at the church, Fr. Carl Scherrer officiating.
Interment followed at Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Columbia.

Gelea Speck

Gelea Morris Speck (nee Karraker), 83, of Waterloo, died Oct. 31, 2018, in Waterloo.

She was born May 7, 1935, in Cairo, daughter of the lateWard and Dorothy Karraker of Cairo.

Gelea grew up in Cairo, graduated from Arizona State University and brought her family to Waterloo to teach English at Waterloo High School from 1968 until she retired in 2002.

She enjoyed being a member of Sister Cities of Portaloo, Monroe County Retired Teachers Association, and the Red Hat Society. 

She had a great love of traveling and with her husband, Gordon, had seen much of the world. 

Gelea is survived by her children Blaze (Rhonda) Morris, Kelly (Rick) Shilliday, Robin (Clay) Siedle, Tracy (Tom Van Buren) Morris, Lance (Mary) Morris, Candace (Karl) Buckman and Shaleen (Kevin) Grabill; grandchildren Aubrey (Sean)  O’Reilly, Kayla (Dave) Keeney, Jake (Raakhi) Morris, Austin Morris, Coley (Jeff) Hoffmann, Zach Buckman, Isaac Buckman, Theo Grabill and Raleigh Grabill; five great-grandchildren; her brother Kenneth ( Donna ) Karraker of Vancouver, Wa., sister Marilyn Satterfield of Memphis, Tenn.; and nieces, nephews, her best friend Gloria Linnertz and her cat, Sam.

She is preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Gordon Speck.

A memorial visitation is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 4, at Quernheim Funeral Home, Waterloo.

A memorial service will follow at 1 p.m. Nov. 4, at the funeral home, Pastor Michael Southcombe officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials and contributions can be made to National Parkinson’s Foundation or Family Hospice, Belleville.

Duel R. Douglas

Duel Ray Douglas, 88, of Waterloo, born Oct. 20, 1930, in Midland, Texas, died Oct. 25, 2018, at his home.

Duel retired from the U.S. Air Force as a technical sergeant and a veteran of the Korean War. After retiring in 1971 from the USAF, Duel went on to work at Beno J. Gundlach Co. in Belleville. Duel spent the majority of his free time going to auctions and sales, tinkering with bicycles and lawnmowers and watching sports. He was a life member of Waterloo VFW Post 6504.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Lorraine (Clark) Douglas, father Clarence Douglas, mother Bertha (Harrell) Douglas and grandson Jacob Douglas.

Surviving are his children, Stephen Douglas, Michelle Bergauer, Rebecca Timken, Michael (Laura) Douglas, all of Waterloo, and Philip (Becky) Douglas of Smithton; sister Faye Peeler of Pleasanton, Texas; nine grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, sisters and brothers-in-law, many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Memorials may be made to Waterloo VFW Post 6504.

Private services were held.

Creason Funeral Home in Waterloo handled arrangements.

Helen L. Rey (nee Mueller), 83, of Waterloo, died Nov. 5, 2018, in St. Louis. 

She was born Nov. 3, 1935, in Columbia, daughter of the late Herbert L. Sr. and Alma Mueller (nee Ahrens).

She was a Cub Scout and Boy Scout leader, a member of the Home and Community Extension, a 50-year member of the Card Club, and a member of Zoar United Church of Christ in Columbia and Columbia American Legion Post 581 Auxiliary.

Helen was truly a “people person.” She never met a stranger, and could strike up a conversation with anyone who was willing. She especially enjoyed talking to children. Her goal in life was to become a math teacher, but when she met the love of her life in Al, her plans changed, and she became a wife and mother. 

Though she never held the official title of “teacher,” those who knew her can verify she truly was a teacher at heart. 

Helen was always interested in learning new things, and passed that passion on to her children and grandchildren. She loved the outdoors and everything about nature. 

The family vacations she planned took her to many places where she could enjoy the beauty and sounds of the country around her.  

She was married to Alvin “Al” for 33 years before he was taken from her way too soon. She and Alvin built his insurance business together and enjoyed working side by side for many years. Helen then became a bank teller — first at Commercial State Bank of Waterloo and then at State Bank of Waterloo. She met many people and became a foundation at the branch where she worked. 

She spent the latter years of her life enjoying her children and grandchildren, and will be terribly missed by her family. She has been reunited with her “Al,” and for that, we are thankful.

She is survived by her children John Rey, Mark (Brenda) Rey and Ellen (Lance) West; grandchildren Michael Rey, Heather Rey, Lauren (Ryan) Hesterberg, Jacob Rey, Dustin (Ashley) West and Lindsey (JP) Fitzgibbons; great-grandchildren Beau Bradley West and James Patrick Fitzgibbons V; sisters-in-law Maudie Brandt, Shirley Mueller, Catherine (Marvin) Hoffmann and Marian Rey; along with nieces, nephews cousins.

Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin C. Rey, parents, brother Herbert L. Mueller Jr., sister Ruth (Les) Gruenewald, sister-in-law Ardell (Earl) Schewe and brothers-in-law Arland “Buddy” Rey and Marvin Brandt.

Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Nov. 8, at Quernheim Funeral Home, and 9-10 a.m. Nov. 9, at Zoar United Church of Christ, New Hanover.

Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Nov. 9, at the church, Pastor R.J. Morgan officiating.

Interment will follow at New Hanover Cemetery of Zoar, New Hanover.

As an expression of sympathy the family prefers memorial contributions to New Hanover Cemetery of Zoar or Zoar United Church of Christ Christian Education Building Fund.

Shirley E. Mueller

Shirley E. Mueller (nee Gruenewald), 85, of Columbia, died Nov. 5, 2018, in Waterloo. 

She was born March 16, 1933, in Millstadt, daughter of the late Walter and Mathilda Gruenewald (nee Stumpf).

She was a member of St. Paul United Church of Christ in Columbia, the St. Paul UCC handbell choir, St. Paul UCC orchestra, St. Paul UCC choir.

She was also a member of Monroe County Home Extension and Monroe County Farm Bureau, and an avid pinochle player and member of the card club. 

Shirley enjoyed gardening, cooking, flowers, family, farming, animals and faithful dog, “Skippy.” 

Her passion was playing the accordion, which she began playing at the age of 10 with her family band.

She is survived by her five children, Willis (Peggy) Mueller, Maureen Mueller, Glen (Gale) Mueller, Brian (Karen) Mueller and Allen (Michelle) Mueller; eight grandchildren, Jennifer (Jamie) Pickens, Tara (Gary) Rea, Valerie (Jim) Ruland, Chad (Dawn) Mueller, Brad (Mary Jo) Mueller, Martin Mueller, Jacob Mueller and Garrett Mueller; 13 great-grandchildren, Zachary Rea, Carson Rea, Kaylee Rea, Jared Pickens, Gavin Mueller, Alex Ruland, Henry Ruland, Kenley Mueller, Kyleigh Mueller, Kaitlyn Mueller, Emily Mueller, Haley Mueller and Tyler Mueller; and sister Melba Schnellbecher.

Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert L. Mueller Jr., parents, sister Alice (Frank) Hartmann; brother Lester (Ruth) Gruenewald, sister-in-law Helen (Alvin) Rey and brother-in-law Walter Schnellbecher.

Visitation is 3-8 p.m. Nov. 9, at Quernheim Funeral Home, Waterloo, and 10-11 a.m. Nov. 10, at St. Paul United Church of Christ, Columbia.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Nov. 10, at the church, Pastor Robert Goddard officiating.

Interment will follow at Evangelical St. Paul Cemetery,  Columbia.

As an expression of sympathy the family prefers memorial contributions to St. Paul United Church of Christ, Columbia.

Gregory K. “Gregg” Turner

Gregory K. “Gregg” Turner, 67, of Fults, formerly of Collinsville died Nov. 5, 2018, in Richmond Heights, Mo. 

He was born Sept. 21, 1951, in E. St. Louis, son of the late Ardy and Ruth “Pooch” Turner (nee Thurston).

Gregg was a music enthusiast and an avid St. Louis Cardinals baseball fan. He loved living on The Ridge golf course and making people laugh, and he was a proud patriot and veteran.

Gregg is survived by his wife, Connie J. Turner (nee Kuergeleis), daughter Carrie Turner, sister Gillis Turner, mother-in-law Elveria Miller and pet Lucy.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

There will be an open house from noon to 4 p.m. Nov. 10, at Annbriar Golf Course, Waterloo, with a celebration of life at 2 p.m. Guests are asked to bring their best GT stories.

As an expression of sympathy the family prefers memorial contributions to Helping Strays of Monroe County or donor’s choice.

John Huetsch and Christina Lai

John Huetsch and Christina Lai were married Oct. 6, 2018, near their home in Baltimore, Md.

The bride is the daughter of Anthony and Jessica Lai of Kennesaw, Ga. She is a graduate of Emory University with a bachelor’s degree in biology and a graduate of Johns Hopkins University with a bachelor’s degree in science and nursing. She also earned a master’s degree in business and science from Keck Graduate Institute. She is a nurse at Johns Hopkins Hospital.

The bridegroom is the son of Jay and Mary Huetsch of Waterloo. He is a graduate of Harvard University with an undergraduate degree in biochemistry. The earned his doctorate in medicine from Washington University in St. Louis. He is a medical doctor and assistant professor at Johns Hopkins with a specialty in pulmonary research.   

Allison Elizabeth Csik and Travis Aaron Greenwood

Allison Elizabeth Csik and Travis Aaron Greenwood of Denver Colo., announce their engagement and upcoming marriage.

The bride-elect is the daughter of Helen and John Csik of Columbia. 

The prospective groom is the son of Ted and Gina Greenwood of Dayton Ohio.

The couple are planning an Aug. 17, 2019, wedding.

Addison Jean Beasenburg

Nicole and Kyle Beasenburg of Smithton announce the birth of their daughter, Addison Jean.

She was born Sept. 19, 2018, at 11 a.m., at Memorial Hospital East, Shiloh. She weighed 7.6 pounds and was 19 inches long.

Her maternal grandparents are Alan and Rhonda Straub. Her paternal grandmother is Patricia Beasenburg.

Charles Arthur Cameron

Charles Arthur “Charlie” Cameron, 87, died Nov. 11, 2018, in Waterloo.

He was born Dec. 16, 1930, in Maplewood, Mo., son of the late to Gibson and Eva Cameron. 

His family moved to Hecker in 1945, where Charlie attended Waterloo High School. 

 There he met Shirley Josten, who on Nov. 18, 1950 became his wife and life-long partner of 68 years.   

During his life journey Charlie was the beloved father to son Dr. Mark Cameron, and daughters, Debbie (Peter) Egan and Gale (Glenn) Wetzler; as well as a grandfather to Drs. Ryan (Elisa) Wetzler, Justin (Sarah) Wetzler and Sam Egan; and great-grandfather to Mason, Logan and Ava Wetzler, and Cameron and Henry Wetzler. As a father, he always was there for his children and was proud of his children, as they were of him.

Charles enjoyed many years of watching his grandsons play baseball in grade school, high school and beyond.

Charlie was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He served during the Korean War period as a radar expert in the Strategic Air Command. He would tell many stories about his years of service, including his very early service as an 11-year-old with his father, helping by working for a defense plant after school and in the evenings during World War II.  

Charlie believed deeply in services to others, as could be seen in his volunteer community work.  Charlie served for 12 years as a board member and president for four years for the Waterloo Community School District No. 5, as a Hecker Village Board member for nine years and on the United Church of Christ Board for 15 years.  

His professional life was all about the railroads. Charlie worked diligently and moved up the ranks in various railroads during his career.  He started as a clerk of the Illinois Terminal Railroad and retired after 40 years as Director of Industrial Inter-Carrier Contract/Rates and Divisions.  

He is survived by his loving wife, son, daughters, three grandsons and five great-grandchildren. His grandsons, just as his children, were proud of his dedication to family. They received much time and love from their grandfather and all three boys have continued in his path that includes a love for baseball, aspiring career goals and dedication to community and family.

In continuing his service to others, Charlie has dedicated his body to science through Saint Louis University.  

A memorial service is at 1 p.m. Nov. 17, at Cedarhurst Assisted Living, Waterloo, Pastor Ivan Horn officiating.

As an expression of sympathy the family prefers memorial contributions to Arthritis Foundation, Frieden’s United Church of Christ in Hecker or donor’s choice.

Betty Eyerly
Betty Eyerly (nee Long), 88, of Columbia, died Nov. 5, 2018, in St. Louis.
Visitation was Nov. 11, at South County Bible Church (4111 Von Talge Rd., St. Louis, MO 63128).
Services were Nov. 11, at the church, Pastor Clegguart Mitchell officiating.
Private family interment followed at Evangelical St. Paul Cemetery, Columbia.

Jean Belt
Jean Belt, 91 of Waterloo, died Nov. 9, 2018, in Waterloo.
Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Nov. 14, at Lawlor Funeral Home, Columbia.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m., Nov. 15, at the funeral home.
Interment will follow at Red Bud City Cemetery, Red Bud.

Ronald Jaeger
Ronald E. Jaeger, 66, of Columbia, died Nov. 10, 2018, in Columbia.
Visitation and funeral services were Nov. 13, at Quernheim Funeral Home, Waterloo.
Interment followed at Ss. Peter & Paul Cemetery, Waterloo.

Reba Lavern Kilhafner
Reba Lavern Kilhafner (nee Thompson), 85, of Columbia, formerly of Cahokia, died Nov. 7, 2018 in Columbia.
Visitation was Nov. 9, at Braun Family Funeral Home, Columbia.
A Mass of Christian Burial was Nov. 10, at Holy Family Catholic Church,Cahokia, Father Linus Umoren officiating.
Graveside services followed at Matthews Cemetery, in Matthews, Mo.

R.L. Shackelford
R.L. Shackelford, 87, of Columbia, died Nov. 7, 2018, in Columbia.
Visitation and funeral services were Nov. 13, at Lawlor Funeral Home, Columbia.
Interment followed at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis.

Thomas D. Nagel

Thomas D. Nagel, 57 , of Villa Ridge, passed away on November 12, 2018.

Mr. Nagel, son of the late Delbert Nagel, and his wife Rosemary NEE Frisch, was born February 27, 1961 in Red Bud, IL.

He received his education from Gibault High School. On September 28, 2002, he was united in marriage to Robin Johansen in St. Louis. Thomas was employed at DAP Foam in Pacific.

Among his survivors are his wife Robin Nagel of Villa Ridge; mother, Rosemary Nagel of Waterloo, IL; two sons, Dustin Nagel and fiancé Megan Dudley of Prairie du Rocher, IL and Daniel Nagel of Waterloo, IL; step-daughter, Nikita Harvey of Washington; two sisters, Liz and husband John Jelks of Waterloo, IL and Linda and husband Randy Veit of Millstadt, IL; two brothers, Jim Nagel and wife Karen of Waterloo, IL and John Nagel and wife Cynthia of St. Charles; grandchildren, Skylar Nagel, Donovan, Elizabeth, and Cameron Uncapher, and Amberlynn Marion; nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Delbert Nagel.

A visitation will be held on Friday, November 16, 2018 from 4-8 P.M. at Nieburg-Vitt,Thiebes Funeral Home.

A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 11 A.M. at Nieburg-Vitt,Thiebes Funeral Home.

Interment will be in the Sunset Cemetery in Pacific.

Thomas R. Kozma
Thomas R. Kozma, 92, of Columbia, died Nov. 14, 2018, in Belleville.
Visitation is 10-11 a.m. Nov. 19, at Lawlor Funeral Home, Columbia.
Committal services will follow at Lake View Memorial Gardens, Fairview Heights.

Gerald “Jerry” U. Kish

Gerald “Jerry” U. Kish, 73 years, of Glen Burnie, MD, passed away on November 13, 2018 at home with his family. He was born October 10, 1945, in Columbia, IL, son of the late Al and Betty (nee Schmidt) Kish. He was married to the late Rumay Kish for almost 40 years when she passed away May 9, 2008.

Jerry retired from the National Security Agency in 2006 where he spent his career as a linguist after serving in the United States Navy, achieving the rank of Senior Chief Petty Officer.  He was a Vietnam Veteran. His greatest love was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Surviving are his Son Jeffrey Kish (Devon) of Bel Air, Maryland, Daughter, Janna Jackson (Christopher) of Hughesville, MD and Son, Jared Kish of Glen Burnie, MD, Grandchildren Liliana and Lathe Kish (Jeffrey), Cameron and Nathan Urlock (Janna) and Parker Castagnera (Jared), brothers and sisters, Dennis (Elaine) Kish, Michael (Jeanne) Kish, Thomas Kish, Steven (Debbie) Kish, Patrick Kish, Albert (Patresa) Kish, Mary (John) Olsson, Susan Settle, Margaret (James) Burns, Joanne Stahlmann and brothers-in-law Joe (Loretta)Vogt, John (Joni) Vogt, Jim (Jean)Vogt, and sisters-in-law  Becky (Warren) Reagan, Runelle (Dave) Graff,  and Roselle (Russ) Howitzer and many additional nieces, nephews and extended family.

He was also preceded in death by sister-in-law Nancy Kish and brothers-in-law Kenny Settle and Steve Stahlmann.

A special thank you to Katie Fitzpatrick who helped provide care and comfort for him as if he were her own family; your love and support will be remembered always.

Jerry and Rumay will be placed together during their final inurnment which will be held with full military honors on a future date at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, VA.

 In lieu of customary remembrances, the family requests with gratitude that memorial contributions be directed to: Immaculate Conception Catholic Education & Activities Center Building Fund, or the Eugene Schorb – Immaculate Conception School Education Fund, 411 Palmer Road, Columbia, IL, 62236 . 

Wilbur I. “Chris” Christopher, Jr., 96, of Waterloo, IL, died November 14, 2018, in Waterloo, IL. He was born August 12, 1922, in St. Louis, MO.

He is survived by his children Nancy Diane (Tim Morrison) Christopher, Mark Stephen (Catherine) Christopher, & Brian Thomas (Tina) Christopher; 3 grandchildren Coral, Bethany, & Anna Christopher; sister Aline (Jim) Lynch; best friend Roseann Duffy; nieces; nephews; & cousins.

Wilbur is preceded in death by his parents Wilbur I. Sr, & Florence Isabel (nee Sanguinet) Christopher, wife Anna Estelle (nee Riley) Christopher, 2 sisters Florence Lucile Dernoncourt, Alice Kotler, & brother Robert Marshall.

His career was in health care management both through Hospital administration, teaching Hospital administration at both St. Louis University and Washington University, and as a nationally known consultant in the field.  His life time reflects upon 2 published text books, and over 150 published articles on the subject. He was a pioneer in the field of extended teaching through lectures on a variety of subjects pertaining to health care institutional management. 

As an expression of sympathy the family prefers memorial contributions to: 

SS Peter & Paul School building program or Waterloo Lion’s Club