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10/27/2026

Phyllis Ann Suhre (nèe Martin), age 91, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2026 in Jerseyville, Illinois, after a short stay in rehab at Liberty Village. She was surrounded by family in her final hours.

Phyllis was born on July 28,1935 to Arthur August Martin and Iva (“Ivy”) Little Martin at their farm near Carrollton, Illinois. She graduated from Carrollton High School in 1952, and attended Shurtleff College in Alton, Illinois.

Phyllis lived in Libertyville, Illinois and Marietta, Georgia, for a few years after college and marriage, before returning to the Alton area. She worked as an administrative assistant for Azcon, Inc. for 35 years before retiring in 2000. She was an active member of College Avenue Presbyterian Church in Alton (now part of Lovejoy United Presbyterian Church) for over 50 years, and served as a children’s Sunday School teacher, a deacon, and a Stephen Minister, and was a member of the Piasa Pilot Mariners. After retirement, she also volunteered for Senior Services, OASIS women’s shelter, the American Red Cross and the Salvation Army, and enjoyed many fun escapades as a charter member of the “Alton Red Hat Belles” group. She enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, travel, gardening, and researching family history. She moved to Asbury Village in Godfrey in 2009, where she enjoyed many social activities with friends. Everyone will remember her sweetness and beautiful smile that could light up the room.

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10/25/2026

Stella Mae Emmons, 99, of Godfrey, IL, passed away Saturday, October 24, 2026, Alton Memorial Hospital, Alton. Born on October 19, 1927, in Alton to August and Sadie (Perkinson) Fritz. She was a retired teacher aid from ARC in Wood River, IL. She married Leroy Emmons in Alton, IL. She is survived by her sons and daughter, Vernon "Jack" (Anessa) of Godfrey, Dave (Joann) Emmons of Texas, Daniel Emmons of East Alton, Dennis Emmons of Godfrey, Terry Emmons of Godfrey, Sherry Weigel of Godfrey, Jay Emmons of Godfrey, Jan (Connie) Emmons of Alton and Brian Emmons of Godfrey; grandchildren, Jackson, Bailey, Molly, Rachel and Laura and numerous great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy; a son, Mickey Emmons; two daughters, Peggy Emmons and Candice Ann Emmons; brothers and sisters, Virgil, Marion, Millie, Shirley, Alice, Emma Lou, Virginia and Margie. Visitation will be from 9 am until time of funeral service at 1 pm, Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at Gent Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Alton, IL. Burial will be in Upper Alton Cemetery in Alton. Memorials may be given to 5 A's or the American Cancer Society. Additional information and online guestbook are available at www.gentfuneralhome.com.

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10/21/2026

Julian Alexander Eaken, 17, of Godfrey, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2026, at his residence. Born on August 21, 2009, the son of Gregory and Tatyana Eaken. He was a Senior at Alton High School. He is survived by his parents, Gregory and Tatyana Eaken; two half-sisters, Vanessa Krits and Ashley Ruesch. Memorial visitation will be from 3 to 6 pm, Sunday, October 25, 2026, at Gent Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Alton, with a Memorial service at 6 pm. Memorials may be made to The Jed Foundation (JED) or other charity of choice. Additional information and online guestbook are available at www.gentfuneralhome.com.

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10/21/2026

Kasey Wayne Lavant Butler, born on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at Alton Memorial Hospital, passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026. The son of Tre'Shaun Lavant Butler and Cadence Denise Robinson of Alton. He is survived by his parents Tre'Shaun and Cadence.; grandparents, Oscar and Christian Nance of Alton; Christin Williams of Alton and Jason Moxey of Jerseyville He was preceded in death by a cousin, Lachlynn Robinson. Visitation will be from 10 to 12 pm, Monday, October 26, 2026, at Gent Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Alton. Funeral service will be held at 12 pm. Burial will be in Short Cemetery in Cottage Hills, IL. Additional information and online guestbook are available at www.gentfuneralhome.com.

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10/20/2026

James Peter Kanyo, 79, of Wildwood, MO passed away Sunday, October 18, 2026, at Missouri Baptist Medical Center in Town and Country, MO surrounded by family.

He was born on November 12, 1946, in St Louis, MO to Peter and Hattie (Matula) Kanyo. James graduated Alton High School in 1965 and subsequently attended as a business major at Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville. He served five years in the United States Air Force, receiving honorable discharge in 1973 as a Vietnam Veteran. The majority of his career was spent at Union Electric, starting as a lineman in Alton, and eventually managing records for the Callaway power plant in Missouri. He also worked at Edward Jones, and later in his career worked for the Alton School District as a bus driver and teacher assistant for autistic students.

He will forever be remembered by his loving wife of 29 years, Deborah Sue Kanyo; son, Jeremy James Kanyo (Maurice Fernandez); daughter, Courtney Kanyo Veszi; two stepsons, Derrick (Laci) Davault and Dustin (Samantha) Davault; grandchildren, Oszkar Veszi, Brynden, Brystel, Delanie, Dani, and David Davault; a brother, Ollie Kanyo, and a sister, Nancy Yates. He will also be missed by his first wife Paula, with whom he shared 22 years of marriage, countless friends and family, his loving and loyal dog, Cassie, and every life blessed by his friendship, kindness, and generosity.

James was an active member of each community he touched. A devout Christian, he...

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10/19/2026

Timothy Shane Scott, 57, of Hartford, IL, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2026, at his residence. Born on June 29, 1969, in Alton, IL, he was the son of David Lee Sr. and Lillian (Johnson) Scott. He loved darts, music, nature, helping others, his friends, and his family.

He is survived by his wife, Darlene (Geilhausen) Scott; a daughter, Hannah Faith Scott; two sons, Samuel Shane Scott and Timothy Michael Scott; his father, David Lee Scott; four brothers, David L. Scott Jr. (Cathy Scott), Eric Scott, Jonathan Scott, and Dennis Scott; a sister, Lori Scott, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lillian Scott.

Cremation rites have been entrusted to Gent Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Alton. A celebration of life will be held from 2 to 5:30 pm, Sunday, November 15, 2026, at Willoughby Farms in Collinsville, IL. Timothy will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Memorials may be made to his daughter, Hannah's Education Fund. Additional information and online guestbook are available at www.gentfuneralhome.com

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10/19/2026

Denise Eileen Sugent, 63, of Alton, passed away Thursday, October 15, 2026, at her residence. Born on October 30, 1962, in Alton, IL, the daughter of Charles and Nancy Goen. She worked as a clerk at Walmart.

She married Joseph A. Sugent on June 16, 1984, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Alton. She is survived by her husband, Joseph; a son, Maximilian Sugent; a brother, David Goen and a special friend, Allison Meisenheimer. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Derrick Goen.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 to 1:00 pm, Thursday, October 22, 2026, at Gent Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Alton. Burial will be held at St. Joseph's Cemetery in Alton at 1:30 pm. Memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society. Additional information and online guestbook are available at www.gentfuneralhome.

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10/18/2026

Braedon Anthony Favilla, 27, beloved son of Christine Favilla and Cody Favilla, and brother of Adriana Favilla (her beloved Bobo) passed away surrounded by loved ones on Friday, October 16, 2026 at Barnes Jewish Hospital after a sudden and short illness.
Born January 22, 1999 in Durango, Colorado, Braedon moved to Alton with his parents in 2001. A 2017 graduate of Alton High School and graduate of Lewis and Clark Community College, Braedon worked at World Wide Technology.
Braedon loved music, and attended many concerts, local shows, and music festivals in his 27 years. He occasionally provided immersive light displays for shows, getting to showcase his artistic and technical skills. He enjoyed spending time with friends, family, and his fur babies Pumpkin, Momo and Papaya.
Braedon loved to travel and spend time in the mountains and in nature. He also loved food, trying new places to eat, and creating amazing meals. He loved art. He was a fierce advocate for the environment, human and animal rights, always speaking on behalf of marginalized groups.
There are no words to express the grief his family, friends, and of those his kind heart and gentle soul touched. We are heartbroken. 27 years was not enough time with him.
Braedon is survived by: his father Cody Favilla of Godfrey; mother Christine Favilla (nee Heffron) of Alton; his sister Adriana Favilla; parental grandparents, Robert and Marijane Favilla; maternal grandfather, Melvin Heffron;...

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10/16/2026

Katherine "Kathy" A. Morgan, 66, of Jerseyville, passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at Anderson Hospital, Maryville, IL. She went to be with the Lord surrounded by her loved ones. Born on October 11. 1960 in Richmond, VA to George Arthur "Art" and Minnie (Martinez) Frank, Sr. She loved spending time with her grandchildren. She married Paul S. Morgan on May 17, 1980, at the First Baptist Church in Jerseyville, IL. She is survived by her three daughters, Jessica Morgan, Danielle (Dana) Morgan Hessler and Sadie Morgan; two grandchildren, Russell Morgan and Isabelle Smith; four brothers, Robert "Bob" (Cindy) Frank, Albert Frank, George A. Frank, Jr. and Paul Frank; Aunts and Uncle, Mary Kuehnel and Louis (Mary) Frank; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul; two sons, Russell and Eli Morgan and her parents, Art and Minnie Frank; a niece and nephew, Stephanie Frank and George Arthur Lee Frank. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 pm, Monday, October 19, 2026, at Gent Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Alton, IL. Memorials may be made to Ronald McDonald House. Additional information and online guestbook are available at www.gentfuneralhome.com.

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10/15/2026

Donna L. Eskew, 90, went home to her Savior Jesus on October 10, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Eskew; her parents, Samuel and Rosa Harmon; her siblings, Lee Harmon, James Davis, Margaret McDaniel, Gene Harmon, and Patty Stone (her twin); and her son-in-law, David W. Jackson. She is survived by her daughters, Cheryl Jackson and Vickie Berghorst (Steve), her grandchildren Alexis Austin (Matthew) and David B. Jackson, her great-grandson Matthew Austin, her nephew Scott Chapman (Yvonne), her siblings Doris Nelson (Calvin), Charlotte Gritt (Frank), David Harmon (Karen), and Norma Dougherty (Terry).

Donna was born in Red House, WV. She met her husband Robert in Charleston, WV, at the Owens-Illinois glass factory. Robert’s job led them to spend most of their lives between Charlotte, MI, and Godfrey, IL.

Donna was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Alton, IL, where she served with the homebound ministry and kept the nursery and children’s rooms clean. She enjoyed doing puzzles, watching hummingbirds, taking care of her plants, and being with her friends and family. She always took time to listen and be a good friend.

Visitation will be at 9:00–10:15 a.m. on October 24th at Gent Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Alton, with the funeral following at 10:30 a.m. Burial will be at Rose Lawn Memory Gardens, Bethalto, IL.

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