Kenneth C. McLaughlin
Kenneth C. McLaughlin, aged 63, of New Baden, peacefully passed away at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in O’Fallon on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. Born on October 1, 1962, in Neptune, New Jersey, he was the cherished son of George and Barbara McLaughlin. He united in marriage with Robin McCormick in Freehold, New Jersey, on January 25,…
Read MoreDelmer P. Scheurer
Delmer P. Scheurer, 99, of Trenton, IL, born Aug. 31, 1926, in Shiloh Valley Township, IL died Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025, at The Colonnade Senior Living, O’Fallon, IL. Delmer was a retired grain farmer. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Lebanon, IL, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Farm Bureau. Delmer…
Read MoreIrma E. Jesenick
Irma E. Jesenick, nee Klein, 91, of Mascoutah, IL, born July 7, 1934, in Mascoutah, IL, died Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in O’Fallon, IL. Irma was a homemaker and former bookkeeper for businesses in the Mascoutah area and a member of Holy Childhood Catholic Church in Mascoutah. She is preceded in…
Read MoreBoil Order Lifted – Mascoutah
*UPDATE 11/5/2025 4:48PM** THE BOIL ORDER HAS BEEN LIFTED. THERE ARE NO CURRENT BOIL ORDERS AT THIS TIME. November 4, 2025 – 11:00 AM Mascoutah, Illinois – Due to necessary maintenance, there is a temporary water service disruption. This was not a planned outage. As soon as water is restored, a BOIL WATER ORDER will…
Read MoreEdna R. Hite
Edna R. Hite, nee Hancock, 92, of Mascoutah, IL, born Apr. 10, 1933, in Parrot, VA died Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at Freeburg Care Center. Edna was a homemaker who loved raising her six children and taking care of her grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, Cecil and Alma, nee Cressell, Hancock,…
Read MoreRoger L. Grodeon
Roger L. Grodeon, 82, of Mascoutah, IL, born June 15, 1943, in Belleville, IL died Friday, Oct. 31, 2025, at Freeburg Care Center. Roger was a retired 40-year veteran of the Postal Service, retiring as Postmaster of Oakdale, IL. He was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church in Mascoutah where he served as Church…
Read MoreMascoutah Police Department announces results of fall enforcement campaign
MASCOUTAH – The Mascoutah Police Department conducted a successful Halloween enforcement safety crackdown, resulting in the following: 1 – Disobeyed Traffic Control Device 1 – Improper Use of Electronic Communication Device 2 – Operating Uninsured Vehicle 1 – Seat Belt – Driver 1 – No Valid Driver’s License 2 – Warrant Arrests 11 – Written…
Read MoreMascoutah Food Pantry Continues Serving Local Families in Need
By Zachary Daum [email protected] MASCOUTAH – As food insecurity continues to affect families across the country, the Mascoutah Food Pantry & Concerned Christians remains a vital source of support for residents in the Mascoutah School District area. Located at 17 West Main Street, the pantry is open Tuesdays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon,…
Read MoreBarry M. Rodenbush
Barry M. Rodenbush, 79, of Mascoutah, IL, born Mar. 23, 1946, in Danville, IL died Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025 at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, O’ Fallon, IL. Barry was a retired merchandiser for MotoMart Gas Station and Convenience Stores. He was a member of Mascoutah Senior Center and was…
Read MoreGary E. Linck
Gary E. Linck, 82, of Mascoutah, Illinois, born September 19, 1943, in Belleville, Illinois, passed away Thursday, October 9, 2025, at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in O’Fallon, Illinois. Gary lived a life marked by quiet service, sharp wit, and a warm sense of humor that those who knew him will never forget. A proud graduate of…
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