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Death of Fern Amellia Massey

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Fern Amellia Massey, 82, of Eagerville, formerly of Worden, passed away at 4:35 on Friday, July 26, 2024, at her residence in Eagerville. She was born Friday, March 20, 1942, in Highland, the daughter of the late Clarence and Alberta (Otto) Hoffman. She married James Massey, and he preceded her in death in January 1970.

Fern was employed as a dietary aide at Edwardsville High School in Edwardsville. She was a member and confirmed at Salem United Church in Alhambra. She enjoyed cooking and baking, and adored her grandchildren.

She is survived by three sons, Gary (Candy) Otto of Mt. Olive, Jim Massey of Alhambra, and Greg Massey of Worden; one daughter, Sue (Roger) Cartwright of Eagerville; twelve grandchildren, twenty-three great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren (due in November); one brother, Edwald (Lynn) Hoffman of Troy; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive. Besides her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one son, David Massey, one great-grandson, Blake, one sister, Frieda Hoffman, and two brothers, Edward and Fred Hoffman.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the family (checks payable to Sue Cartwright). To sign the guestbook visit http://lesickofuneralhome.com

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Obituary of Kelly D. Frillman

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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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Obituary of Chlorus Donald Jarman III

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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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Obituary of Letha Marie Fritz

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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.

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