Obituaries
Death of Rady Onis McKenzie
Rady Onis McKenzie, 104 of Litchfield, passed away at his residence on Friday, October 11, 2024, with his daughter by his side. Mr. McKenzie was born on May 18, 1920, in Stantonville, TN, a son of Mance and Leorie (Smallwood) McKenzie. He married Hazel Gladys McCann on August 30, 1941, in Corinth, MS. They enjoyed 77 years of marriage until her passing on November 30, 2018.
Mr. McKenzie, along with his wife, moved to Alton in May 1942 where he began work for Mr. DuVal as a carpenter and roofer. A hardworking man, he held many jobs throughout his lifetime including Olin Corporation, railroad maintenance worker, and at Skinny’s Café in Litchfield. In 1952, he began work at Allis Chalmers, later known as Fiat Allis, and retired in 1982 after 30 years.
Mr. McKenzie lived life to the fullest. He treasured time spent with his large extended family and friends. He loved playing his guitar and fiddle and played with renowned Tennessee musician Ernest Whitten. He was in two local bands in the area, one being Wayne Pierce’s band. He enjoyed traveling with his wife, camping, and fishing. Keeping with the times, he and his wife enjoyed playing Nintendo, wearing out three units in a decade. He loved board games, especially checkers, dominos, and Aggravation. His favorite story to tell was as a young man in Tennessee, he received a ride from notorious gangster, John Dillinger.
Mr. McKenzie is survived by three sons, Sam (Mary) McKenzie of Livingston, John McKenzie and Ron McKenzie, both of Litchfield; two daughters, Jeanne (Rev. Jack) Barrett, Sr. of O’Fallon and Sara McKenzie of Litchfield; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Mr. McKenzie is preceded in death by his parents; his wife; a son, Ray McKenzie; daughter, LaVonne Sutton; son-in-law, Chester Sutton; three brothers; two sisters; a great-granddaughter, Katerina McKenzie, and an infant great-grandson.
Funeral services for Mr. McKenzie will be held at 12 noon on Friday, October 18, 2024, at Plummer Funeral Home. Rev. Jack Barrett, Sr., son-in-law of Mr. McKenzie officiating. Burial will be in Elm Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Memorials may be directed to Litchfield Volunteer Fire Department or Hearts United. Plummer Funeral Home in Litchfield is serving the family.
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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.
