Obituaries
Death of Gerald Robert Westwood
Gerald Robert Westwood, 58, of Buckner, IL, formerly of Gillespie, IL died Tuesday, July 17, 2012 at 12:55 pm at Franklin County Hospital in Benton, IL. He was born on July 29, 1953 in Litchfield, IL to Harry Westwood and Eva Joyce (Weller) Westwood.
He later married Donna (Montoro) Westwood on February 4, 1978 at Holy Cross Church in Wilsonville, IL. He was employed by the Department of Natural Resources of the State of Illinois where he was a site technician. He retired from the US Army in 1990. Gerald was a member of the American Legion of Bento and the Gillespie High School Class of 1973. He was a model Railroader and enjoyed outdoor activities.
Gerald leaves behind his spouse: Donna Westwood of Buckner, IL, daughter: Melissa (Ken) Turner of Murphysboro, IL, son: Joseph Greear of Wilsonville, IL, grandchildren: Andrew Turner, Ella Turner, Victor Greear, Alexis Greear, sisters: Brenda Kirby of Litchfield, IL, Shelly Klobnak of Benld, IL, and brothers: Larry Westwood of Hillsboro, IL, David Westwood of Houston, TX.
Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by his son William Greear.
Visitation is on Friday, July 20, 2012 at Kravanya Funeral Home, Gillespie from 5:00 pm until 7:30 pm.
A Memorial Service is set for Friday, July 20, 2012 at 7:30 pm at Kravanya Funeral Home in Gillespie, IL. Fr. Patrick Gibbons will be ministering the services. The family suggests memorials be made out to the Adopt A Pet.
Anyone wishing to send an online condolence may do so at www.kravanyafuneral.com
Kravanya 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.
