Obituaries
Death of Elizabeth Rita Skeldon
Elizabeth Rita Skeldon, 91, of Gillespie, IL died Monday, April 16, 2012 at 7:16 pm at Heritage Health of Gillespie, IL. She was born on July 14, 1920 to William “Larry” Cavanaugh and Elizabeth (Sawyer). She married Lester D. Skeldon on September 3, 1939 at SS Simon and Jude Church in Gillespie, IL. He preceded her in death on May 2, 1999.
She was currently a homemaker and was a previous manager at Reabans in Gillespie. Other than that, she was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary and SS Simon and Jude Church.
Elizabeth leaves behind five sons and their spouses: Ronnie (Sandy) Skeldon of Sumter, SC, John (Debbie) Skeldon of Forest Lakes, AZ, Dennis (Debbie) Skeldon of Gillespie, IL, David (Chris) Skeldon of Gillespie, IL, Chuck (Diane) Skeldon of Benld, IL, three daughters and their spouses: Judy (Larry) Ernst of Nokomis, IL, Lynne (Gary) Striegel of Gillespie, IL, Loretta (Randy) Troutwine of Gillespie, IL, 20 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, brother: Vince (Spouse, Mary) Cavanaugh of Florissant, MO, and sister: Ann (Spouse, Larry) Elvers of Litchfield, IL.
Other than her parents, she was preceded in death by her spouse, daughter: Beth, grandson: Derek Rauzi, brothers: Bill Cavanaugh, Harry Cavanaugh, George “Red” Cavanaugh, and sister: Virginia Rudolph.
Visitation is on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at Kravanya Funeral Home, Gillespie from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm.
The funeral is set for Friday, April 20, 2012 at 10:00 AM at SS Simon and Jude Church in Gillespie, IL. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in Gillespie, IL. Monsignor Larry Auda will be ministering the services. The family suggests memorials be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
Anyone wishing to send an online condolence may do so at www.kravanyafuneral.com
ravanya Funeral Home, Gillespie, IL is in charge of the arrangements.
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Kelly D. Frillman, 64 of Gillespie, died at his residence on Friday, May 9, 2025, at 6:04 a.m. He was born on May 25, 1960, in Alton to Edward Frillman and LaVerne Weger Frillman.
He married Delma Volentine Frillman on April 18, 1987, in Reno, IL. He was a pipefitter for Local 553 of Wood River. Kelly enjoyed classic cars especially his 1934 Ford Pickup. Kelly was a craftsman of many talents and enjoyed nature.
He is survived by his spouse, Delma Frillman of Gillespie, and children, Zack Frillman of Mt. Olive and Dylan (Shelby) Frillman of Wood River.
Kelly was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Mark Frillman.
Visitation will be on Friday, May 16, 2025, at Kravanya Funeral Home in Bunker Hill from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. with a memorial service to follow at the funeral home at 7:00 p.m. Memorials are suggested to St. Peter’s Lutheran School. Kravanya Funeral Home, Bunker Hill is in charge of the arrangements.
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Chlorus Donald Jarman III, 46 of Litchfield, passed away on Monday, May 5, 2025, at 9:48 p.m. at Memorial Hospital in Belleville. Mr. Jarman was born in Springfield on December 22, 1978, a son of Chlorus Donald and Donna Jean Jarman Jr.
He graduated from Litchfield High School, then attended college to become a paramedic. He married the former Faye Lee in 1999; they later divorced. In his free time, he enjoyed playing darts and fishing. He was a member of the Zims Rack Pool League and he had acquired many medals and trophies.
Chlorus is survived by a son, Logan Jarman, and two daughters, Corianne Jarman and Caitlyn Jarman, all of Worden.
A memorial service is planned for a later date. Memorials may be directed to the family. Plummer Funeral Home is serving the family.
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Letha Marie Fritz, 66 of O’Fallon, formerly of Staunton, passed away at 8:55 PM on Monday, May 5, 2025, at her residence in O’Fallon. She was born on March 13, 1959, in Staunton, the daughter of the late Harley O. and Maxine (Huett) Williams.
Letha was employed as a production worker at Olin Corporation in East Alton. She was a member of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Union, and was a past member of Cross Community Church in Staunton. She loved to fish, was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan, and the #1 fan of her grandchildren!
She is survived by two children, Harley (Nikki) Williams of O’Fallon and Florence (Kenneth) Muhoro of Troy; five grandchildren, Kenia, Zuri, River, Ava, and Davion; three sisters; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters; one brother; two grandchildren; and one niece.
Visitation will be held from 11 AM to 12 noon on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Williamson Funeral Home in Staunton. A memorial service will follow at 12 noon on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Williamson Funeral Home in Staunton.
Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society.
