Local obituaries for Pitchford Funeral Home
Rosjean Custer
Mar 30, 2026
Worden:
Rosjean Custer, 63, passed away at 9:05am on Monday, March 30, 2026, at her residence. She was born on September 26, 1962, in Alton, the daughter of Viola (Smart) Kelly and the late Dennis Kelly. She married Bryan Custer on May 21, 1983, in Glen Carbon, and he survives. In addition to her mom and step dad: Viola “Mindy” and...
Larry Nesler
May 6, 2026
East Alton:
Larry Nesler, 75, passed away at 1:36pm on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, in the emergency room at Anderson Hospital. He was born on May 29, 1950, in Wood River, the son of the late Ross and Vera (Trantham) Nesler. He married the former Joyce Combs on October 13, 1973, in Wood River, and she survives. Other survivors include a...
Lynette Berigan
May 3, 2026
Lynette Berigan, 74, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026, while attending her beloved grandson Jesse’s second birthday celebration. Surrounded by family and friends, she spent her final moments exactly where she would have wanted to be, together with those she loved most.
She was born January 11, 1952, in Alton, the daughter of the late Ellsworth and Mary (Murphy) Speed....
Jacob Menke
May 1, 2026
Bethalto:
Jacob Menke, 35, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2026, at his residence. He was born on August 27, 1990, in Alton, the son of Debbie and Joe Baze of Godfrey and Steve Wade of Granite City. In addition to his parents, he is survived by two children: Emmett and Evelyn Menke, two brothers: Zackary Baze of Godfrey, Joshua Baze...
Bobbie Barnett
Apr 29, 2026
Rosewood Heights:
Bobbie Barnett, 66, passed away at 3:02pm on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at Barnes – Jewish Hospital. She was born on July 23, 1959, in Alton, the daughter of the late Daniel Moore. She married Kevin Barnett on July 5, 1980, in East Alton. Kevin and his two sons, daughter in law, and grandchildren live on: Jeremy and Melissa...
Cheryl Ann Martinez
Apr 29, 2026
Rosewood Heights:
Cheryl Ann Martinez, 79, passed away peacefully and went to be with Jesus at 1:10pm on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at Villas of Hollybrook surrounded by her family and close friends. She was born on January 26, 1947, in Alton, the daughter of the late Fredrick and Elizabeth (Kaulen) Vermillion. She married Henry “Marty” Martinez on October 28, 1967,...
Clifford Jerman
Apr 28, 2026
Hartford:
Clifford Jerman, 72, passed away at 8:30am on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at his residence with his family by his side. He was born on May 30, 1953, the son of the late John and Murray (Kelley) Jerman. He married the former Lora Lee Van Meter on February 25, 1978, in Cairo, and she preceded him in death on September...
Michelle Whitman
Apr 19, 2026
Michelle Antoinette Whitman, 61, of Chillicothe, passed away peacefully In her home on Sunday, April 19, 2026.
Michelle was born March 12, 1965, in Alton, IL to the late Kay (Storey) Stuttman and Robert Allsman. Michelle married Roger Whitman on February 17, 2016. He survives.
Michelle was a dedicated School Bus Driver for the IVC School District starting her career there on...
Brenda Revelle
Apr 16, 2026
Worden:
Brenda Revelle, 78, passed away at 5:12am on Thursday, April 16, 2026, in the emergency room at Barnes – Jewish Hospital. She was born on November 27, 1947, in Granite City, the daughter of the late Ralph and Alma (Smith) Miller. She married Joe Revelle on October 24, 1981, in East Alton, and he survives. Other survivors include a daughter...
Barbara Jean Carr
Apr 15, 2026
Barbara Jean Carr, 85, Maryville, IL passed away peacefully on April 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Barbara was born on January 9, 1941 in St. Louis, MO to Ezell Crosby and Idella Crosby. She was raised in Elmwood Park (St. Louis) and attended Ladue School District. Barbara worked for Vactec for over 25 years. Barbara shared a loving marriage...
Lonnie Lamar Dickerson
Apr 11, 2026
Lonnie Lamar Dickerson, age 56, passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026. He was born on June 3, 1969, in St. Louis, Missouri to the late Lonnie Dickerson Sr. and Charlotte Dickerson (Rowe).
After spending part of his childhood in St. Louis, Lonnie and his family relocated to Oakland City, Indiana. While he occasionally lived in other communities, Oakland City was...
Madeleine Iris Maxeiner
Apr 6, 2026
Madeleine Iris Maxeiner, 18, passed away on April 6, 2026. She was born on September 24, 2007, in Alton, the daughter of Robert and Roberta Maxeiner. Survivors include her father and step mom: Robert and Elisha Maxeiner, her mom: Roberta Cissell of Troy, a brother: Jaxon Maxeiner of Godfrey, her grandparents: H.P. and Regina Maxeiner of Bethalto, her grandpa: Bob...
Bruce Carpenter
Apr 4, 2026
Hartford:
Bruce Carpenter, 57, passed away at 12:56pm on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Alton Memorial Hospital. He was born on February 22, 1969, in Granite City, the son of the late William and Betty (Sullivan) Carpenter. Survivors include his longtime companion: Karen Dean of Hartford, two sons: Brenden Carpenter of Cottage Hills, Kale Carpenter of Hartford, two bonus children: Dillon...
Charles E. "Chuck" Corbin
Apr 1, 2026
Charles E. “Chuck” Corbin, 62, of Alton, Illinois, passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
He was born May 13, 1963, in Alton, Illinois, the son of Nancy J. (Zimmer) Corbin of Alton and the late Paul E. Corbin.
Chuck dedicated many years of service working in maintenance for the Alton School District. He had a passion for yard...
Daxton Lane Baker
Apr 1, 2026
Infant Daxton Lane Baker passed on April 1, 2026, at Children’s Hospital. He was born March 23, 2026, in St. Louis, the son of Cayden Baker and Kaitlyn Rappel of Brighton. In addition to his parents he is survived by his sister Mallie Rappel, his maternal grandparents Paula Rappel of Bunker Hill, Illinois and Eddie Rappel and Lacie Dreisewerd of...
Kimberly Lamb
Mar 30, 2026
Alton:
Kimberly Lamb, 65, passed away at 2:37am on Monday, March 30, 2206, at LaBella of Alton. She was born on August 1, 1960, in Bad Axe, Michigan, the daughter of Dolores (Cove) Smeaton of LaPorte, Indiana and the late Wallace Smeaton. In addition to her mom, she is survived by two daughters: Marie Maupin of LaPorte, Indiana, Brittney Barney of...
Nellie Gynon Black
Mar 28, 2026
Edwardsville:
Nellie Gynon “Jean” Black, 87, passed away at 12:35am on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at LaBella in Edwardsville. She was born on December 24, 1938, in Kentucky, the daughter of the late George and Merle (Brown) Rowe. She married Daniel J. Black and he preceded her in death. Survivors include many nieces, nephews, and other extended family and friends.
Jean formerly...
Amie Lynn Emery - Kelly
Mar 28, 2026
Amie Lynn Emery Kelly, 46, passed away on March 28, 2026. Born on August 28, 1979, she was the beloved daughter of Butch Emery and the late Vickie Kenshalo Emery.
Amie was a woman of immense heart who dedicated her life to her family and her community. She was a familiar and friendly face at Sparky’s in South Roxana, where she...
Christine Anderson
Mar 23, 2026
Roxana:
Christine Anderson, 86, passed away at 6:15am on Monday, March 23, 2026, at Alton Memorial Hospital. She was born on April 3, 1939, in Scottsville, Kentucky, the daughter of the late James Heaverin and Rethel Lea (Claiborne) Combs. She married
James W. “Jim” Anderson on January 30, 1957, in Franklin, Kentucky, and he preceded her in death on September 1, 2022....
Timothy Main, Jr.
Mar 14, 2026
Wood River:
Timothy Main, Jr., 45, passed away at 9:41pm on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at his residence. He was born on September 12, 1980, in Alton, the son of Denise (Leady) Miller of Alton, and the late Timothy Main, Sr. In addition to his mom, Timothy is survived by his children: Madalyn Main of Romulus, Michigan, Maddox Main of Wood...
