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Death of Andrew Jackson “Jack” Settles

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Andrew Jackson “Jack” Settles, 81, of Wilsonville, IL died Saturday, October 6, 2012 at 10:25 pm at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield, IL. He was born on April 24, 1931 in Cass County, IL to Homer Settles and Grace (Wright) Settles.

He married Dorothy (Hayes) Stankoven Settles. Andrew was a retired from the US Army where he was a veteran in the US Navy 1949-1950 and the US Army 1955-1974. He also retired as a laborer from AO Smith. He was a member of the VFW Post 4547 of Gillespie, IL, American Legion of Mt. Olive, IL, and the Progressive Club.

Andrew leaves behind his grandchildren: Jennifer Byrd of Wilsonville, IL, Scott Andrew Byrd of Wilsonville, IL, Nick Byrd of Wilsonville, IL, great granddaughter: Michelle Byrd, Great Grandson, Adam Byrd, step sons: Dick Stankoven of Sumter, SC, Don Stankoven of Wilsonville, IL, step daughter: Peaches Settles of Gillespie, IL, step grandchildren: Alan Young of Edwardsville, IL, Shanna Bruckert of Gillespie, IL, Brandy Bruckert Fisher of Athens, Greece, Robert Young, Lonnie Manalia, Ronnie Manalia, 7 step great grandchildren, brother: Danny Joe Settles of Boonesville, MS, sisters: Wanda Laurie of Gillespie, IL, Mildred Blevins of Gillespie, IL, Nellie Smith of Gillespie, IL, and Kathryn Stull of Derby, KS.

Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by his spouse, daughter: Rosita Byrd, step daughter: Darlene Manalia, brothers: Jesse Bill Settles, Howard Edward Settles, Homer Eugene Settles, and sisters: Vera Maude Blevins, Edna Ellen Hopper.

Visitation is on Wednesday, October 10, 2012 at Kravanya Funeral Home, Gillespie from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm.

The funeral is scheduled for Thursday, October 11, 2012 at 10:00 AM at Kravanya Funeral Home in Gillespie, IL. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in Gillespie, IL. Pastor Steve Friese is ministering the services.

Anyone wishing to send an online condolence may do so at www.kravanyafuneral.com
Kravanya Funeral Home, Gillespie, IL is in charge of the arrangements.

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Death of Jean Marie Boston Wilson

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Jean Marie Boston Wilson, 52 of Staunton, passed away at 6:46 AM on Sunday, October 8, 2023, at Community Hospital of Staunton. She was born on March 10, 1971, in St. Louis, Missouri, the daughter of the late Jerry and Mary (Ackerman) Boston.

She was a homemaker. She enjoyed 5D Diamond Art, gardening, painting, cooking, baking, and arts and crafts.

She is survived by her son, Nicholas Wilson; two sisters, Anne Hood and  Barbie Ivey Boston; a brother, Joe (Peggy) Boston; several nephews; and her beloved dog, Max. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; a nephew, Don Ivey Jr.; and a brother-in-law, Donald Ivey.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the family. Williamson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Death of James Rudolph Zirkelbach

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James Rudolph Zirkelbach, 86 of Benld, passed away on Sunday, October 8, 2023, at 12:10 a.m. at his residence in Benld. He was born November 26, 1936, in Shawneetown, IL to Gregory Zirkelbach and Beulah (Vaughn) Zirkelbach.

He married Mary V. Lebro on August 12, 1977, in Carlinville. James was a retired Sheriff for Macoupin County Sheriff’s Department in Carlinville, a member of the Macoupin-Montgomery Crime Stoppers, Illinois Sheriff’s Association, Former board member for Community Unit School District #7, Amvets, and a former member of the Macoupin County Board.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Zirkelbach of Benld; five sons, Robert (Sandee) Zirkelbach of Carlisle, IA, Dennis (Julie) Zirkelbach of Eagarville, James Zirkelbach of Benld, Mark (Sandy) Zirkelbach of Kemp, TX, Brad Zirkelbach of Wentzville, MO; three daughters, Tracy (Bret) Werner of Hamel, Joan (Brent) Cain of Carlinville, and Kimberly J. (Jack) Burns of Benld; two brothers, Andrew (Shirley) Zirkelbach of Alton and Eugene (Ruth) Zirkelbach of Kampsville, IL; and sister, Pat Navarre of Godfrey.

James was preceded in death by his parents; son, Brian Zirkelbach; sister, Cecelia Zirkelbach; and daughter-in-law, Bonnie Zirkelbach.

Friends may call on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at Kravanya Funeral Home, 203 E. Elm St., Gillespie, from 4:00 until 8:00 pm. Funeral services are Thursday, October 12, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Kravanya Funeral Home, 203 E. Elm St., Gillespie with Pastor Bob Zirkelbach officiating.

Burial will be at Benld Cemetery in Benld. Memorials are suggested to Crimestoppers or to Gillespie High School Cross Country. Kravanya Funeral Home, Gillespie is in charge of the arrangements.

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Death of Richard A. Kapp

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Richard A. Kapp, 81, of Staunton, passed away at 7:00 AM on Friday, September 22, 2023, at Hallmark Health Care Center in Carlinville. He was born on February 21, 1942, in Staunton the son of the late August and Lydia (Becker) Kapp. He married Carol A. Meyer on February 8, 1975, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Staunton and she survives.

Dick was Superintendent of the Water Department for the City of Staunton for over 30 years and also served in the U.S. Army Reserves for 6 years. He was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Staunton, and a past member of the Staunton Volunteer Fire Department.  He loved duck hunting.

He is survived by his wife, Carol of Staunton; two sons, Daron (Alisha) Kapp of Benld and Aaron (Laura) Kapp of Lebanon; and three grandchildren,  Lucca, Giana, Kyle, and a fourth grandchild on the way. 

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Bob Kapp.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 18, 2023, from 5 PM until closing at the Staunton VFW Hall in Staunton. Memorials are suggested to either the Staunton Volunteer Fire Department or to the Staunton Sports Boosters.

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