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Death of Norma (Moore) Schroeder

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Norma (Moore) Schroeder, 93 of Carlinville, passed away on January 10, 2021, at Heritage Health Care in Carlinville with her family at her side. She was born on January 26, 1927, in Carlinville, the only child of Dr. William G. Moore and Lydia (Kuester) Moore.

When she was quite young, the family moved to Edwardsville where she attended Edwardsville Elementary and Junior High School. After the death of her father, Norma and her mother returned to Carlinville. Norma graduated from the Carlinville Community High School with the class of 1945.

Norma met Andrew “Andy” Schroeder shortly after he returned from the service in Europe during World War II. It was love at first sight and after a whirlwind courtship, they were married on October 30, 1946, in Edwardsville. They became the parents of two sons, Drew and Kurt.

Norma was a “stay at home” wife and mother, a career she often said she loved. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, long rides in the country, working games and puzzles and was an avid reader. Norma enjoyed her time spent in the kitchen. Some of the dishes the family enjoyed were her macaroni and cheese, potato pancakes and frozen lime pie. Norma was a Cub Scout leader and attended and taught Sunday School at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ.

Norma is survived by her beloved husband of 74 years, Andrew Schroeder of Carlinville; two sons, Drew (Connie) Schroeder of Carlinville and Kurt (Jennifer) Schroeder of Shiloh, IL; two granddaughters, Stephanie Schroeder Duncan of Carlinville and Kaitlin Schroeder of Shiloh, IL; grandson, Dr. Andrew Schroeder of Memphis, TN; great-grandson, Myles Duncan of Carlinville; step-grandchildren, Courtney Boznos of Bloomington, IL and Christian Tieman of Troy; step great-granddaughter, Everleigh Boznos of Bloomington; and two nephews, Mike Soutar of Palos Verdes, CA, and Jon Soutar of Barstow, CA.

Norma was preceded in death by her parents. Private family services will be conducted on Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at Davis-Anderson Funeral Home in Carlinville. Burial will follow at Mayfield Memorial Park Cemetery, Carlinville. Memorials are suggested to Carlinville School Milk Fund, Carlinville Food Pantry or donor’s choice. Davis-Anderson Funeral Home, Carlinville 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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