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Death of Arthur William Konneker

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Arthur William Konneker, 78, of Carlinville, passed away Friday morning, November 16, 2012 at Carlinville Area Hospital in Carlinville IL.

Art was born May 9, 1934 to William Otto and Opal (Leefers) Konneker in Shaws Point Township, Carlinville. He was a 1952 graduate of Carlinville High School and served in both the United States Air Force, as well as the Air National Guard after graduation. On August 18, 1956 Art married Jana Ruth Early at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Carlinville and she preceded him in death on July 13, 2010.

Art was a grain and livestock farmer in the Carlinville area, retiring in 1986. He also worked for M&M service company for several years. Art was a member of the Carlinville Elks Lodge #1412, enjoyed hunting, fishing, the outdoors and spending time at Otter Lake. Art was strongly devoted to his wife, Jana Ruth and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

Arthur is survived by 2 daughters, Kim Bruzek (Steve) of Wheaton, IL and Elizabeth Sandino (Steve) of Carlinville; son, Scott Konneker (Brenda) of Carlinville; 4 grandsons, Mathew Konneker, Andrew Sandino, Elliot Bruzek and Alexander Bruzek; 2 granddaughters, Ashley Wofford (Jack) and Alyse Sandino; 3 great-grandchildren, Christian and Kyra Konneker and Jocelyn Wofford; sister, Irene Tindle of Monticello, IL; 2 brothers, Don (Betty) Konneker of Carlinville and Pete Konneker (Rachel) of Clayton, NC, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Art was preceded in death by his wife, Jana; parents and an infant brother, Marvin Konneker.

Visitation will be held Monday, November 19, 2012 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Davis-Anderson Funeral Home in Carlinville.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, November 20, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Robert Sabo officiating.

Burial will follow in Moore Cemetery, rural Carlinville with military rites performed by the Guy Baird American Legion Post #554. Memorials can be made to Carlinville Area Hospital.

Davis Anderson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Obituary of Roberta “Bobbi” Haneghan

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Roberta “Bobbi” Haneghan, 89 of Bunker Hill, died on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at Cedarhurst Senior Living, Bethalto. She was born in Bunker Hill on June 24, 1936, to Robert and Clara (Fensterman) Haneghan.

Bobbi was fiercely independent and loved being active. She enjoyed traveling, woodworking, spending time with family and friends, and had a strong passion for dogs. Her exuberant laugh brought joy to everyone around her.

She is survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Bobbi was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, William “Bill” Haneghan; and seven sisters, Jean Haneghan (infant), Vivian O’Toole, June Fortschneider, Patricia “Patty” Whiting, Veronica “Ronni” Waymire, Edwina “Babe” Weishaupt, and Mary Lynn Brunaugh.

A private burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Bunker Hill. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Metro East Humane Society at https://www.mehs.org/support. Kravanya Funeral Homes are in charge of arrangements.

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Obituary of Mathew Dwayne Spickerman

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Mathew Dwayne Spickerman, 66 of Bunker Hill, died at his residence on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 3:38 pm.  He was born on December 20, 1959, in Alton to Harold Spickerman and Dorothy Bixen Spickerman.  

He was a carpenter.  Mathew enjoyed hunting, motorcycles and was an outdoorsman.  

He is survived by his children, Daniel Spickerman (Megan Ferraris) of Dorsey and Shelby Spickerman (Matt Rose) of Bunker Hill; grandchild, Aryn Rose; several cousins and best friend, Jeff Chapman.  

Mathew was preceded in death by his parents.  

Friends may call on Friday, May 1, 2026 at Zion Lutheran Church in Bunker Hill from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm.  Funeral services are Friday, May 1, 2026 at 1:00 pm at Zion Lutheran Church in Bunker Hill.  Burial will be at Bunker Hill Cemetery, Bunker Hill.

 Memorials are suggested to Zion Lutheran Church of Bunker Hill. Kravanya Funeral Home, Bunker Hill is in charge of the arrangements.

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Obituary of Ann Marie Maguire

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Ann Marie Maguire, 73 of Gillespie, passed away at home, Sunday, April 19, 2026. She was born on January 25, 1953, one of twelve children to Wayne F. and Kathryn M. (Miller) Murray in Pana.

She attended St. Patrick’s Catholic School in Pana and graduated with Hillsboro High School’s Class of 1971. She married Perry W. Maguire on September 29, 2010. She had a passion for horses and during their honeymoon on Mackinac Island she made it her goal to have Perry photograph her with as many horses as possible.

She worked as paraprofessional at both the elementary and high schools in Gillespie. Her first love was always her family; she dearly loved Perry, all their children and grandchildren, equally. She was a member of the First Christian Church of Gillespie where she enjoyed being a part of their women’s prayer group.

Ann is survived by her children, Amee Lee, Michael Burrow, Kathleen Schmidt, Jeremy Burrow, Anne Fullington, Kara Burrow, and Tyler Burrow; her step-children, Natalie Maguire Levite and Shane Maguire; her grandchildren, Damon Lee, Allie Burrow, Sam Burrow, Jack Goby, Henry Schmidt, Jacob Burrow, Jared Burrow, Beau Zachary, Layne Burrow, Luke Anderson, Cali Powell, Daytn Powell, Knox Burrow, Taylor Maguire, Jessie Maguire, Cameron Reid, and Kellan Maguire; her great-grandchildren, Jackie Burrow, Carter Davis, Alabama Finley, Portlyn Finley, Folsum Finley, Seager Finley, and Cabot Harper; and her brothers and sister, Dan Murray, Leo Murray, Raymond Murray, Steve Murray, Pat Murray, John Murray, Gerry Murray, and Veronica Armentrout.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and three brothers, Tom Murray, Greg Murray, and Dale Murray.

A private service for the family is planned; Hough-Dean Funeral Home is assisting.

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