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Death of Carolyn Jean (Bertetto) Philippe

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Carolyn Jean (Bertetto) Philippe, 79 of Livingston, passed away peacefully with her family on Tuesday, May 12, 2020, at 4:30 a.m. Carol was cremated according to her wishes and there will be no services. 

She was born in Wilsonville on June 14, 1940, to Bert and Wanda (Cleeton) Bertetto (deceased) of Wilsonville. She graduated from Gillespie High School in 1958. In 1961, she graduated from St. John’s School of Nursing in Springfield as a registered nurse. She worked as an RN at both St. John’s and St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield. 

Carol was married in Wilsonville in 1961 to Richard L. Philippe of Livingston. She was a dedicated mother, grandmother, and friend who was well-liked by everyone. She volunteered at the Livingston grade school PTA and was the scorekeeper for the Livingston Golddiggers girls’ softball team for many years. 

She was an excellent seamstress and cook. She was an avid reader. She also loved to go shopping and eating out, spending time with her family, traveling to Florida beaches, and bird watching out her back window. She also enjoyed listening and dancing to the Bill Berutti Combo where both her husband and son played drums. 

Carol is survived by her husband, Richard Philippe, and children, Rick L. Philippe of rural Livingston, Lynette (Philippe) and Kenny Zirges of Staunton, and Denise (Philippe) and Dan Mateyka of Edwardsville; grandchildren, Tyler and Christine Zirges of Jackson, MO, Marissa Zirges of Clute, TX, and Taylor Mateyka currently in school at University of Wisconsin-Madison from Edwardsville; brother, Larry Bertetto from Florida; and her beloved chihuahua dogs, Chita and Chico. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Wanda and Bert Bertetto, and brothers, Frank Bertetto of Wilsonville and Don Bertetto of Springfield. 

Please keep Carol in your memories. Memorials in Carol’s name may be made to Adopt-A-Pet Shelter, Benld. Kravanya Funeral Home is in charge of 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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