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Death of Ross Everett Wilson, Sr.

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Ross Everett Wilson, Sr., 86 of Litchfield, passed away Friday, May 19, 2017, at 7:06 p.m. in his home. He was born on Feb. 7, 1931, in South Litchfield Twp. on the family farm, a son of Harry Joseph and Florence Sarah (Kahl) Wilson.

Mr. Wilson was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served during the Korean War. He graduated with Litchfield High School Class of 1939. He married Bessie Lou Smith on Aug. 31, 1979, in St. Timothy United Methodist Church in Litchfield. She preceded him in death on Dec. 10, 2004.

He worked as a lineman for Illinois Power Company for over 30 years until his retirement. Ross was a member of IBEW Local 309 – Collinsville and Mt. Moriah Lodge #51 A.F. & A.M. He enjoyed reading, traveling and wintering in Texas.

He is survived by sons, Ross (Stacey) Wilson, Jr. of Litchfield and Daniel (Belinda) Wilson of Walshville; two step-sons, Beuford (Peggy) Coss of Litchfield and Jimmie (Gaila) Coss of Nokomis; one step-daughter, Jennifer Rickard of Chesapeake, VA; five grandchildren, Ross “Skeeter” (Brandi) Wilson, IL, John R. (Katie) Wilson, Jamie Bell, Olivia Wilson and Mindy (Nick) Pastrovich; step-grandchildren, Tyson Coss, Brianna Coss, Eric Rickard, Jenny Lynn Rickard and Brian (Jackie) Coss; six great-grandchildren; and six step-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; two brothers, Ed Wilson and Herbert Wilson; and two sisters, Jessie Meicenheimer and Maude May Moses.

Funeral services will be held Wed., May 24, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. in Plummer Funeral Home in Litchfield. Don Hudelson, member of Southside Church in Litchfield, will officiate. Burial will be in Elm Lawn Cemetery in Litchfield. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. in the funeral home. Masonic services will be exemplified at 7:00 p.m.

The family suggests memorials to Litchfield Food Pantry.

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Plummer 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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